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The hydrostatic pressure for RTR (Reinforced Thermosetting Resin) pipes can be calculated using the

following formula:

Hydrostatic Pressure (P) = Density of fluid (ρ) x Gravity (g) x Height of fluid column (h)

Where:

P is the hydrostatic pressure in Pascals (Pa) or pounds per square inch (psi)

ρ is the density of the fluid in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m^3) or pounds per cubic foot (lb/ft^3)

g is the acceleration due to gravity in meters per second squared (m/s^2) or feet per second squared
(ft/s^2)

h is the height of the fluid column in meters (m) or feet (ft)

For example, if the fluid is water with a density of 1000 kg/m^3 and the height of the fluid column is 20
meters, the hydrostatic pressure at the bottom of the pipe would be:

P = 1000 kg/m^3 x 9.8 m/s^2 x 20 m = 196000 Pa = 196 kPa

It's important to note that the hydrostatic pressure test is done by filling the pipe with a liquid (usually
water) and pressurizing it to a certain value and hold it for a certain time. The pressure must be higher
than the normal operating pressure and the time must be for a certain time to check for leaks or any
other issues. Additionally, the pressure must be in compliance with the standard specification and the
design of the pipe.

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