Suction Pressure in Refrigerant Compressors Formulas

Suction pressure is the pressure of the fluid at the inlet of a compressor, which affects the compressor’s performance and work done. And is denoted by P₁. Suction Pressure is usually measured using the Bar for Pressure. Note that the value of Suction Pressure is always negative.

Refrigerant Compressors formulas that make use of Suction Pressure

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FAQ

What is the Suction Pressure?

Suction pressure is the pressure of the fluid at the inlet of a compressor, which affects the compressor’s performance and work done. Suction Pressure is usually measured using the Bar for Pressure. Note that the value of Suction Pressure is always negative.

Can the Suction Pressure be negative?

Yes, the Suction Pressure, measured in Pressure can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Suction Pressure?

Suction Pressure 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 can be measured.

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