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Irrigation Runtime Calculator

Find watering duration from target depth, area and total flow.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter area to cover, water depth, total flow rate.
  2. Select Calculate to view the result.
  3. Check the method and assumptions below before using the result.

Input reference and sample values

Use the units and choices shown for each field. Sample values are provided for practice, not as recommendations.

InputFormat and unitsSample
Area to coverNumeric value. Unit: m². Must be greater than zero.20
Water depthNumeric value. Unit: mm. Must be greater than zero.10
Total flow rateNumeric value. Unit: L/min. Must be greater than zero.20

Result for these sample inputs

10 minutes

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The method, explained

Minutes = area × depth(mm)/flow(L/min), because 1 mm over 1 m² is 1 liter.

A WORKED EXAMPLE

Using area to cover = 20 m², water depth = 10 mm, total flow rate = 20 L/min, the result is 10 minutes. Change these example inputs to match your task; use the method above to check each step.

What to keep in mind

Assumes uniform application and no runoff or evaporation. A material-quantity estimate, not a structural design or building-code check. Confirm site measurements, supplier coverage and waste before ordering.

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