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caddesigns
Apr 17, 2008, 06:53 AM
I am looking for conversion units, or factors, etc. of Drainage Fixture Units to Gallons per minute for plumbing design calculations. Can anyone give me some directions as to where I can find this information?

Thanks

speedball1
Apr 18, 2008, 06:59 AM
Does this help?


Here's a Rundown on Average Water Usage

Bath= 30-40 gals.** 3 fixture units
Shower= 5 gals. Per minute ** 2 fixture units
Washer= 20-30 gals. ** 3 fixture units
Toilet=1.6-- -3 1/2 gals per flush ** 4 fixture units
Lawn watering= 10 gal per minute