CaidentCalc Technical Specifications

Compatible Operating Systems

CaidentCalc is a desktop software application designed for seamless operation on:

Windows 10

Windows 11

A valid license key is required to access the software.

CaidentCalc requires an active internet connection. All computations and error checking are performed on Caident’s secure cloud servers, ensuring accuracy, speed, and up-to-date validation.

Intended Use

CaidentCalc is engineered for hydraulic calculations in compliance with:

NFPA 13

Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

NFPA 13R

Standard for Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential Occupancies

NFPA 13D

Standard for Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes

CaidentCalc is not intended for the assessment or verification of systems outside these NFPA categories.

Core Features

CaidentCalc provides a full suite of capabilities to streamline and validate sprinkler system design.

Hydraulic Calculations

Using the Hazen–Williams method

System Types

Support for grid, loop, and tree systems

Pump Integration

Integration of pumps and fixed loss devices

Batch Processing

Batch calculations across multiple areas

Hose Allowances

Support for hose allowances and outgoing flows

PDF Export

Results in formats suitable for AHJ submittal

Graphical Summaries

System performance visualization

Pipe Tables

Editable pipe and fitting tables

File Import

Import .PIP pipe table files

Custom Diameters

Support for custom pipe diameters

Material Libraries

Add new materials, diameters, and fittings to the library

Input Validation

Input error and warning checks

Execution Validation

Flag calculation issues

High-Contrast Text

Enhanced clarity for better readability

Color Profiles

Multiple options to support different visual preferences

Current Limitations

To maintain transparency, the following features are not currently supported in CaidentCalc

  • Equivalent K-factor calculations 
  • Grid peaking analysis 
  • Import of calculation source files from non-Caident software  
  • Darcy–Weisbach based calculations  
  • Pumps with multiple pressure/flow points 

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