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Round bass-reflex port

Find the physical length of one or more identical circular ports for a specified tuning frequency.

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Example values

Greater than 0 · max 10,000

Greater than 0 · max 1,000

Greater than 0 · max 2,000

Min 1 · max 8

A port flush with a large baffle approximates a flanged end.

Point or comma for decimals.

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The calculation

S = N × π × (D / 2)²
Leff = c² × S / (4π² × Fb² × Vb)
L = Leff − k × (D / 2)
c = 343 m/s; SI units inside the formula

Assumptions & limits

Helmholtz approximation for straight round ports. Net volume excludes the port assembly and other solid displacement. Flared ends, nearby walls, losses and air velocity need separate assessment. k is the selected total end correction in radii.

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