CaidentCalc · Technical specifications

Everything under the hood.

Comprehensive hydraulic calculation software for fire sprinkler systems. Discover everything that powers a faster, more modern calculation workflow.

Requirements

What you need to run it.

A desktop application for Windows. Calculations and error-checking run on Caident’s secure cloud servers, so results stay fast, accurate, and up to date.

Fully supported

Windows 10 & 11

A native desktop app for current Windows versions.

Account-based

Valid license key

Activate through your Caident account. No USB dongles.

Required

Internet connection

Cloud compute powers every calculation and check.

Floating

Use it on any computer

One active machine at a time. Switch computers in seconds.

Intended use

Engineered for NFPA compliance.

CaidentCalc performs hydraulic calculations in compliance with three NFPA standards. It isn’t intended to assess or verify systems outside these categories.

Standard

NFPA 13

Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

Standard

NFPA 13R

Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential Occupancies.

Standard

NFPA 13D

Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings & Manufactured Homes.

Core features

A full suite of calculation capabilities.

Everything you need to streamline and validate a sprinkler system design.

Calculation engine

Hydraulic calculationsHazen–Williams method
System typesGrid, loop & tree
Pump integrationPumps & fixed-loss devices
Batch processingMultiple areas at once
Hose allowancesAllowances & outgoing flows

Data management & export

PDF export NewAHJ-ready, with auto-generated cover sheets
Graphical summariesSystem performance visualization
Pipe tablesEditable pipe & fitting tables
File importImport .PIP pipe table files
Calc import NewPDF calcs from other software → editable CaidentCalc files

Customization & validation

Custom diametersSupport for custom pipe diameters
Material librariesAdd materials, diameters & fittings
Input validationError & warning checks
Execution validationFlags calculation issues

Accessibility

High-contrast textEnhanced clarity & readability
Color profilesMultiple visual preference options
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