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Pulsation Bottle Sizing Calculator

Filter Design · Helmholtz Analysis · API 618 · Attenuation Estimation

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Comprehensive Design Tool: This calculator provides preliminary bottle sizing, internal component design, and performance estimates. For critical applications or API 618 Design Approach 2/3 compliance, a formal acoustic study by qualified specialists is required.

Compressor Data

RPM
cyl
in
in
in
For double-acting cylinders

Gas Properties

lb/lb-mol
Cp/Cv
dimensionless
Use 0.85-0.95 for typical gas

Operating Conditions

psig
psig
°F
°F
Leave blank to calculate
MMSCFD
in
Connection to bottle

Design Options

psi
Through pulsation control system

Design Results

Enter compressor and operating data, then click Calculate Design to see pulsation bottle sizing results.

Quick Reference

Volume Multipliers
Standard service 10-15×
Pipeline/custody 15-20×
Process/sensitive 20-25×
Choke Tube Velocity
Typical range 50-100 ft/s
Max recommended 125 ft/s