ΔPdry = 0.4VD2 ρGST/gc ε ρw (3)
Where V = Gas Superficial velocity = Ft / Sec
ρG Gas Density lbs / ft3
S = Specific surface area of mesh ft2 / ft 3
T = Mesh Pad Thickness - Ft
Gc = gravitational constant, 32.2 ft / sec2
ε = Mesh Void Fraction
ρw =Ambient Density of water — lbs / ft3
Note: Applicable for wire diameter 0.0045” to 0.015”.