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Pipe Fall

Fall over a run for a given grade (1:X).

AS/NZS 3500 commonly 1:60 for DN100+, 1:40 for smaller.

Total fall

100 mm

Fall0.1 m
Gradient1 : 60

Formula

fall = length / grade

6 / 60 = 0.1 m

Guide only. AS/NZS 3500 common minimum grades are about 1:60 for DN100 and larger, and 1:40 for smaller drains. Confirm for your job.