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Sprinkler Precipitation Rate Calculator

Calculate observed precipitation rate from catch-can depth and test duration.

Inputs

Range: at least 0 in

Use the average depth from multiple cans placed across the zone when possible.

Range: at least 0.01 minutes

Time the test accurately and keep the zone settings consistent during the test.

Result

Observed precipitation rate (in per hour)
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