Steam Leaks through Orifices

Steam leaks through orifices for pressures ranging 250 - 600 psi

Steam lost (lb per month) trough orifice leaks - orifices ranging size 1/16" to 1/2":

steam leaks through orifices diagram

1 lb = 0.4536 kg
1 psi (lb/in²) = 6,894.8 Pa (N/m²) = 6.895×10^-2 bar

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