Pump Slippage Formula

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Pump slippage is the difference between the theoretical discharge and the actual discharge. Check FAQs
S=Qgp-Qga
S - Pump Slippage?Qgp - Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump?Qga - Actual Discharge of Pump for Gear Pump?

Pump Slippage Example

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Here is how the Pump Slippage equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Pump Slippage equation looks like.

0.4146Edit=0.843Edit-0.4284Edit
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Pump Slippage Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Pump Slippage?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
S=Qgp-Qga
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
S=0.843m³/s-0.4284m³/s
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
S=0.843-0.4284
LAST Step Evaluate
S=0.4146m³/s

Pump Slippage Formula Elements

Variables
Pump Slippage
Pump slippage is the difference between the theoretical discharge and the actual discharge.
Symbol: S
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump
Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump is the volume of liquid pumped out in unit time.
Symbol: Qgp
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Actual Discharge of Pump for Gear Pump
Actual discharge of pump for Gear Pump is the actual amount of liquid pumped out in a minute.
Symbol: Qga
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Gear Pumps category

​Go Theoretical Volumetric Displacement of External Gear Pump
Vgp=π4w(Do2-Di2)
​Go Theoretical Discharge of External Gear Pump
Qgp=Vgpn1
​Go Volumetric Efficiency of Gear Pumps
ηv=QgaQgp100
​Go Pump Slippage Percentage
%S=(Qgp-QgaQgp)100

How to Evaluate Pump Slippage?

Pump Slippage evaluator uses Pump Slippage = Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump-Actual Discharge of Pump for Gear Pump to evaluate the Pump Slippage, Pump Slippage formula is defined as the difference in the ideal and actual flow rates of a hydraulic pump, measuring the loss of energy due to internal leakage or other inefficiencies, providing a critical indicator of pump performance and overall system efficiency. Pump Slippage is denoted by S symbol.

How to evaluate Pump Slippage using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Pump Slippage, enter Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump (Qgp) & Actual Discharge of Pump for Gear Pump (Qga) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Pump Slippage

What is the formula to find Pump Slippage?
The formula of Pump Slippage is expressed as Pump Slippage = Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump-Actual Discharge of Pump for Gear Pump. Here is an example- 0.4116 = 0.843-0.4284.
How to calculate Pump Slippage?
With Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump (Qgp) & Actual Discharge of Pump for Gear Pump (Qga) we can find Pump Slippage using the formula - Pump Slippage = Theoretical Discharge of Pump in Gear Pump-Actual Discharge of Pump for Gear Pump.
Can the Pump Slippage be negative?
No, the Pump Slippage, measured in Volumetric Flow Rate cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Pump Slippage?
Pump Slippage is usually measured using the Cubic Meter per Second[m³/s] for Volumetric Flow Rate. Cubic Meter per Day[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Hour[m³/s], Cubic Meter per Minute[m³/s] are the few other units in which Pump Slippage can be measured.
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