Secrets of characteristics of series and parallel pipelines

Pipeline is an indispensable part of industrial production, and series pipeline and parallel pipeline are two common pipeline forms. In this paper, the characteristics of these two kinds of pipelines will be discussed in depth to help readers better understand the mystery of pipelines.

Characteristics of series pipeline

The characteristic of series pipeline is that the flow in and out of each node keeps a perfect balance, and the total head loss of the whole pipeline is the cumulative sum of the losses of each section. This kind of pipeline is suitable for occasions with small flow change.

Characteristics of parallel pipeline

The characteristic of parallel pipes is that the total flow into each parallel pipe is perfectly matched with the outflow, and the head loss per unit weight of liquid in different parallel pipe sections is consistent! This kind of pipeline is suitable for occasions where the flow changes greatly.