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The Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant is the resistance to movement of one layer of fluid over another. Check FAQs
μl=qfWh3ApQbp
μl - Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant?qf - Flow Coefficient?W - Load Acting on Sliding Bearing?h - Oil film thickness?Ap - Total Projected Area of Bearing Pad?Qbp - Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad?

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219.9185Edit=11.8Edit1800Edit0.02Edit3450Edit1717Edit
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
μl=qfWh3ApQbp
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
μl=11.81800N0.02mm3450mm²1717mm³/s
Next Step Convert Units
μl=11.81800N2E-5m30.00041.7E-6m³/s
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
μl=11.818002E-530.00041.7E-6
Next Step Evaluate
μl=0.219918462434479Pa*s
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
μl=219.918462434479cP
LAST Step Rounding Answer
μl=219.9185cP

Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant Formula Elements

Variables
Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant
The Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant is the resistance to movement of one layer of fluid over another.
Symbol: μl
Measurement: Dynamic ViscosityUnit: cP
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Flow Coefficient
The Flow Coefficient is a relative measure of the efficiency at allowing fluid flow.
Symbol: qf
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Load Acting on Sliding Bearing
Load Acting on Sliding Bearing is the force acting onto the sliding journal bearing.
Symbol: W
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Oil film thickness
Oil film thickness is defined as the thickness of the oil film between the two parts in relative motion.
Symbol: h
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Total Projected Area of Bearing Pad
Total projected area of bearing pad is the total area of the bearing pad that is projected onto the bearing surface.
Symbol: Ap
Measurement: AreaUnit: mm²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad
Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad is defined as the volume of lubricant oil passing through the flowing per unit time between the surfaces.
Symbol: Qbp
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: mm³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant

​Go Viscosity in Terms of Kinematic Viscosity and Density for Sliding Contact Bearing
μl=zρ
​Go Viscosity of Lubricant in Terms of Sommerfeld Number of Bearing
μl=2πSp((rc)2)ns
​Go Viscosity of Lubricant in Terms of Flow of Lubricant
μl=ΔPbh312lQslot

Other formulas in Viscosity and Density of Lubricant category

​Go Absolute Viscosity of Oil in Terms of Tangential Force
μo=PhApoVm
​Go Area of moving plate of sliding contact bearing given absolute viscosity
Apo=PhμoVm
​Go Velocity of Moving Plate in Terms of Absolute Viscosity
Vm=PhμoApo
​Go Kinematic Viscosity in Centi-Stokes in Terms of Viscosity in Saybolt's Unversal Seconds
zk=(0.22t)-(180t)

How to Evaluate Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant?

Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant evaluator uses Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant = Flow Coefficient*Load Acting on Sliding Bearing*(Oil film thickness^3)/(Total Projected Area of Bearing Pad*Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad) to evaluate the Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant, Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant formula is defined as a relationship that describes the internal resistance of a lubricant to flow, influenced by the flow coefficient and the lubricant's flow characteristics in mechanical systems. Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant is denoted by μl symbol.

How to evaluate Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant, enter Flow Coefficient (qf), Load Acting on Sliding Bearing (W), Oil film thickness (h), Total Projected Area of Bearing Pad (Ap) & Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad (Qbp) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant

What is the formula to find Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant?
The formula of Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant is expressed as Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant = Flow Coefficient*Load Acting on Sliding Bearing*(Oil film thickness^3)/(Total Projected Area of Bearing Pad*Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad). Here is an example- 219918.5 = 11.8*1800*(2E-05^3)/(0.00045*1.717E-06).
How to calculate Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant?
With Flow Coefficient (qf), Load Acting on Sliding Bearing (W), Oil film thickness (h), Total Projected Area of Bearing Pad (Ap) & Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad (Qbp) we can find Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant using the formula - Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant = Flow Coefficient*Load Acting on Sliding Bearing*(Oil film thickness^3)/(Total Projected Area of Bearing Pad*Flow of Lubricant across Bearing Pad).
What are the other ways to Calculate Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant-
  • Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant=Kinematic Viscosity of Lubricant Oil*Density of Lubricating OilOpenImg
  • Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant=2*pi*Sommerfeld Number of Journal Bearing*Unit bearing pressure for bearing/((Radius of Journal/Radial Clearance for Bearing)^2*Journal Speed)OpenImg
  • Dynamic Viscosity of Lubricant=Pressure Difference Between Slot Sides*Breadth of Slot for Oil Flow*(Oil Film Thickness^3)/(12*Length of Slot in Direction of Flow*Flow of Lubricant From Slot)OpenImg
Can the Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant be negative?
No, the Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant, measured in Dynamic Viscosity cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant?
Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant is usually measured using the Centipoise[cP] for Dynamic Viscosity. Pascal Second[cP], Newton Second per Square Meter[cP], Millinewton Second per Square Meter[cP] are the few other units in which Viscosity in Terms of Flow Coefficient and Flow of Lubricant can be measured.
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