I am currently in the process of designing a swimming pool filter system. I was wondering if anyone has ever modeled a swimming pool in either WaterCAD or SewerCAD. I would think that each inlet would need to be modeled as a reservoir, and the filters as a tank with head loss through them. If anyone would have a sample layout they wouldn't mind sharing that would be great. Thanks for your help.
Daniel
Daniel,
I have never tried to model a pool filter system, but it sounds like you are on the right track. For the filter I would recommend that you model it in WaterCAD as a GPV (General Purpose Valve), which allows you to enter a table of flow versus headloss.
Also, instead of modelling each inlet as a reservoir, you could just have one reservoir (or tank) to represent the pool, and have multiple pipes connected to it (one for each filter inlet).
Regards,
Mal