Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio Formula

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Suction Pressure is the pressure of the refrigerant before the compression. It is also called the suction pressure of the refrigerant. Check FAQs
P1=P2r
P1 - Suction Pressure?P2 - Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant?r - Compression Ratio?

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1.6842Edit=8Edit4.75Edit
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Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
P1=P2r
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
P1=8Bar4.75
Next Step Convert Units
P1=800000Pa4.75
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
P1=8000004.75
Next Step Evaluate
P1=168421.052631579Pa
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
P1=1.68421052631579Bar
LAST Step Rounding Answer
P1=1.6842Bar

Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio Formula Elements

Variables
Suction Pressure
Suction Pressure is the pressure of the refrigerant before the compression. It is also called the suction pressure of the refrigerant.
Symbol: P1
Measurement: PressureUnit: Bar
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant
Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant is the pressure of the refrigerant after the compression stage or it is the pressure of the refrigerant at the discharge.
Symbol: P2
Measurement: PressureUnit: Bar
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Compression Ratio
Compression Ratio is the ratio of the absolute stage discharge pressure to the absolute stage suction pressure.
Symbol: r
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

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How to Evaluate Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio?

Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio evaluator uses Suction Pressure = Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant/Compression Ratio to evaluate the Suction Pressure, Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio formula is defined as the measure of the pressure exerted by a compressor on the suction side, which is inversely proportional to the compression ratio, and is a critical factor in determining the performance and efficiency of a compressor in various industrial and engineering applications. Suction Pressure is denoted by P1 symbol.

How to evaluate Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio, enter Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant (P2) & Compression Ratio (r) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio

What is the formula to find Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio?
The formula of Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio is expressed as Suction Pressure = Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant/Compression Ratio. Here is an example- 1.7E-5 = 800000/4.75.
How to calculate Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio?
With Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant (P2) & Compression Ratio (r) we can find Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio using the formula - Suction Pressure = Discharge Pressure of Refrigerant/Compression Ratio.
Can the Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio be negative?
Yes, the Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio, measured in Pressure can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio?
Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio is usually measured using the Bar[Bar] for Pressure. Pascal[Bar], Kilopascal[Bar], Pound Per Square Inch[Bar] are the few other units in which Suction Pressure given Compression Ratio can be measured.
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