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title: Inputting Pipe Properties
description: "## **Properties Tab (RHS)** Used to display properties of the selected node. Select any nodes in the workspace and go to Properties Tab (RHS) to put in the pipe properties. ### **Running Network** For ease of organization, the [running network…"
url: "https://mes100.com/docs/inputting-pipe-properties/"
updated: "2025-12-17"
category: Water / Input / Pipes and Accessories
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# Inputting Pipe Properties

## **Properties Tab (RHS)**

Used to display properties of the selected node. Select any nodes in the workspace and go to Properties Tab (RHS) to put in the pipe properties.

### **Running Network**

For ease of organization, the [running network can be defined](https://mes100.com/docs/customizing-mark-for-nodes-and-edges-in-utility-modules/#3-toc-title) prior to adding or importing the pipe network. Once set as the Active Running Network (in the Properties Tab – RHS), all newly added or imported pipes will automatically follow the defined network name.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Water-Runnign-Network.png?resize=1080%2C539&ssl=1)
*Running Pipe Network*

### **New Pipe Properties**

Can be found at the Properties Tab (RHS) when clicking the **Pipe button** **without selecting any pipes in the workspace**. The properties can be configured prior to adding or importing sewer pipes. Any sewer pipe added afterwards will automatically follow the configured settings.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/New-Pipe-Properties.png?resize=1080%2C539&ssl=1)

## **Spread Input**

Used to display information of all entities for better clarity. Pipe properties can be modified in the Spread Input tab.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Water-Spread-Input.png?resize=1080%2C539&ssl=1)

### **Invert Level Adjustment**

Default invert level of all pipes are 1.5m below Ground Level. Should the pipe invert level needs to be adjusted, select the pipes and click on the “Adjustment” button.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Invert-Level-Adjustment.png?resize=1080%2C537&ssl=1)

The depth below invert settings can be set to follow:

1. Adjust from the current IL
2. Adjust from GL

Note:

1. Users can select multiple pipes to raise/lower the pipes.
2. Positive (+ve) value is to raise the IL
3. Negative (-ve) value is to lower the IL

### **Pipe Type**

Select the pipe type from the dropdown list.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Pipe-Type.png?resize=1080%2C539&ssl=1)

#### **Add New Pipe Type**

To add a new pipe type, go to: Options > Project Settings > Water Ret > Material > Pipe Type > Add the Pipe Type description and insert the Head Loss coefficient of the pipe type > Press Enter to commit the changes.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Add-Pipe-Type.png?resize=940%2C619&ssl=1)

### **Head Loss Coefficient**

Display the [head loss](https://mes100.com/docs/manual-headloss-calculation-benchmark-with-mes-software/) coefficient of the pipe (HWC, DWC or CMC).

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Head-Loss-Coefficient.png?resize=1080%2C540&ssl=1)

### **Pipe Diameter**

Display the inner diameter of the water pipe. Toggle the “iterate” column from “Yes” to “No” to select different pipe diameters from the drop down list.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Pipe-Diameter.png?resize=1080%2C541&ssl=1)

#### **Add New Pipe Diameter**

To add new pipe diameter, go to: 

Options > Project Settings > Water Ret > Diameter > Select the pipe type from the dropdown list > Add the new inner and outer diameter

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Add-Pipe-Diameter.png?resize=930%2C620&ssl=1)

### **Offset**

Refers to the position of the water pipe from the centerline, either Center, Right or Left.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Offset.png?resize=1080%2C538&ssl=1)

### **Reverse Labeling**

Refers to the orientation of the pipe description. Reverse Labeling only flip the pipe label position for display purposes and does not affect the flow direction or analysis.

To **change pipe flow direction**, double click the arrow at the pipe to reverse the direction.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Reverse-Labelling.png?resize=1080%2C538&ssl=1)

### **Pumps/ Valve**

Used to insert [pumps or valves](https://mes100.com/docs/pump-valves/) to increase/ decrease pressure head.

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Pump-Valve.png?resize=1080%2C537&ssl=1)

### **Minor Loss Coefficient**

Used to insert [minor loss](https://mes100.com/docs/minor-loss-in-water-reticulation/) coefficient (K)

![](https://i0.wp.com/mes100.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Minor-Loss-coefficient.png?resize=1080%2C538&ssl=1)

### *Related*

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I’m the [Benevolent Dictator for Life](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benevolent_dictator_for_life) for MiTS Software cum Editor of this website. Read more [here](/about-ngu-soon-hui/).

You can also contact me at soonhui@mes100.com