Length of Stroke in Reciprocating Pumps Formulas

Length of Stroke is the distance of the piston’s movement in a single acting pump, which affects the pump’s overall performance and efficiency. And is denoted by L. Length of Stroke is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Length of Stroke is always negative.

Reciprocating Pumps formulas that make use of Length of Stroke

fxWork Done by Single-acting Pump considering all Head LossesGo

fxWork done against friction in suction pipeGo

fxWork done against friction in delivery pipeGo

fxWork Done by Single Acting Pump due to Friction in Suction and Delivery PipesGo

FAQ

What is the Length of Stroke?

Length of Stroke is the distance of the piston’s movement in a single acting pump, which affects the pump’s overall performance and efficiency. Length of Stroke is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Length of Stroke is always negative.

Can the Length of Stroke be negative?

Yes, the Length of Stroke, measured in Length can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Length of Stroke?

Length of Stroke is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Length of Stroke can be measured.

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