Pump Efficiency

eta = P_hydraulic / P_input

What it means

Hydraulic work delivered divided by power consumed. Falling efficiency at constant flow signals wear.

Variables

η = Efficiency (fraction or %)
P_hydraulic = Hydraulic power (kW)
P_input = Input power (kW)

Trades that use it

Industrial Mechanical Environmental / Water Resources

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