
Nozzle Dreams | LeGear Engineering F.D. Consulting
13/12/2015· Vestal and Bridge conclude that a minimum initial fire flow of 160 gpm is needed in 1 ¾-inch hose and based on kinks that reduce attained nozzle pressure on the fire ground they recommend a 15/16-inch smooth bore tip. This is a logical choice even though the 15/16-inch smooth bore tip is rated at 185 gpm at 50 psi, as a few kinks and or poor line management can …