Relative Coefficient of Performance Formula

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Relative Coefficient of Performance is a measure of the efficiency of an air refrigeration system, comparing the actual performance to the ideal performance. Check FAQs
COPrelative=COPactualCOPtheoretical
COPrelative - Relative Coefficient of Performance?COPactual - Actual Coefficient of Performance?COPtheoretical - Theoretical Coefficient of Performance?

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0.3333Edit=0.2Edit0.6Edit
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Relative Coefficient of Performance Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Relative Coefficient of Performance?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
COPrelative=COPactualCOPtheoretical
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
COPrelative=0.20.6
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
COPrelative=0.20.6
Next Step Evaluate
COPrelative=0.333333333333333
LAST Step Rounding Answer
COPrelative=0.3333

Relative Coefficient of Performance Formula Elements

Variables
Relative Coefficient of Performance
Relative Coefficient of Performance is a measure of the efficiency of an air refrigeration system, comparing the actual performance to the ideal performance.
Symbol: COPrelative
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Actual Coefficient of Performance
Actual Coefficient of Performance is a measure of the effectiveness of an air refrigeration system in transferring heat from one location to another.
Symbol: COPactual
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Theoretical Coefficient of Performance
Theoretical Coefficient of Performance is the maximum theoretical efficiency of a refrigeration system, representing the ideal performance of an air refrigeration system under ideal conditions.
Symbol: COPtheoretical
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

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rp=P2P1
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How to Evaluate Relative Coefficient of Performance?

Relative Coefficient of Performance evaluator uses Relative Coefficient of Performance = Actual Coefficient of Performance/Theoretical Coefficient of Performance to evaluate the Relative Coefficient of Performance, Relative Coefficient of Performance formula is defined as a measure of the efficiency of a refrigeration system, comparing its actual performance to its theoretical maximum performance, providing a benchmark to evaluate and improve the system's design and operation. Relative Coefficient of Performance is denoted by COPrelative symbol.

How to evaluate Relative Coefficient of Performance using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Relative Coefficient of Performance, enter Actual Coefficient of Performance (COPactual) & Theoretical Coefficient of Performance (COPtheoretical) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Relative Coefficient of Performance

What is the formula to find Relative Coefficient of Performance?
The formula of Relative Coefficient of Performance is expressed as Relative Coefficient of Performance = Actual Coefficient of Performance/Theoretical Coefficient of Performance. Here is an example- 0.333333 = 0.2/0.6.
How to calculate Relative Coefficient of Performance?
With Actual Coefficient of Performance (COPactual) & Theoretical Coefficient of Performance (COPtheoretical) we can find Relative Coefficient of Performance using the formula - Relative Coefficient of Performance = Actual Coefficient of Performance/Theoretical Coefficient of Performance.
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