Suction Volume in Refrigerant Compressors Formulas

Suction volume is the volume of air drawn into the compressor’s cylinder during the suction stroke of a single stage compression process. And is denoted by V₁. Suction Volume is usually measured using the Cubic Meter for Volume. Note that the value of Suction Volume is always negative.

Refrigerant Compressors formulas that make use of Suction Volume

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FAQ

What is the Suction Volume?

Suction volume is the volume of air drawn into the compressor’s cylinder during the suction stroke of a single stage compression process. Suction Volume is usually measured using the Cubic Meter for Volume. Note that the value of Suction Volume is always negative.

Can the Suction Volume be negative?

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

What unit is used to measure Suction Volume?

Suction Volume is usually measured using the Cubic Meter[m³] for Volume. Cubic Centimeter[m³], Cubic Millimeter[m³], Liter[m³] are the few other units in which Suction Volume can be measured.

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