Measured Hose Fill Time Calculator
Use a bucket measurement to estimate delivery time for a chosen total volume.
Result for the values shown.
Calculations run in your browser.
What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Measured bucket volume (L) | Enter measured bucket volume in L; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Seconds to fill bucket (s) | Enter seconds to fill bucket in s; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Chosen delivery volume (L) | Enter chosen delivery volume in L; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
Understanding your result
Assumes flow remains constant at the measured setup; target water volume is supplied, not prescribed.
Common mistakes
- Changing nozzle settings or pressure can invalidate the measured flow.
Check your calculation
- Use the worked example as a known reference case, then change one input at a time and check the direction and units of the response.
Calculation checks, sources and review limits
How long would my hose take to deliver an entered water volume?
Use a bucket measurement to estimate delivery time for a chosen total volume.
Common uses
- How long would my hose take to deliver an entered water volume
How it works
Convert bucket liters per measured seconds to liters per minute, then divide chosen liters by that flow. Assumes flow remains constant at the measured setup; target water volume is supplied, not prescribed. Measured quantities and user-selected spacing only; no crop, watering, chemical treatment or growing recommendation is provided. Biological outcomes can differ.
Worked example
Enter Measured bucket volume: 10 L; Seconds to fill bucket: 40 s; Chosen delivery volume: 75 L. Results: Measured flow estimate: 15 L/min; Delivery time estimate: 5 min.