What is Critical Flow Factor (Cf)?| Ep. #8 Stuff About Energy Production

Critical Flow Factor (Cf) is an essential number to know when sizing your control valve.

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know about Oil and Gas, Kyle explains what Cf is and how to calculate it. 

Topics include the difference between Critical Flow Factor (Cf) and Flow Coefficient (Cv), how Cf is used, and a simple tool available for calculating Cf. 

Resources mentioned in this episode:


What is the Critical Flow Factor? https://bit.ly/3ceRczf
Kimray Valve Sizing Calculator: https://kimray.com/sizing/Gas
What is Flow Coefficient (Cv)? https://bit.ly/2U2ZrIP