Work done during polytropic compression Formula

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Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression is the energy transferred per minute during the polytropic compression process in a single stage compressor. Check FAQs
WPolytropic=(nn-1)m[R](Tdischarge-Trefrigerant)
WPolytropic - Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression?n - Polytropic Index?m - Mass of Refrigerant in kg per minute?Tdischarge - Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant?Trefrigerant - Suction Temperature of Refrigerant?[R] - Universal gas constant?

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720586.7602Edit=(1.3Edit1.3Edit-1)200Edit8.3145(450Edit-350Edit)
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
WPolytropic=(nn-1)m[R](Tdischarge-Trefrigerant)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
WPolytropic=(1.31.3-1)200kg/min[R](450K-350K)
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
WPolytropic=(1.31.3-1)200kg/min8.3145(450K-350K)
Next Step Convert Units
WPolytropic=(1.31.3-1)3.3333kg/s8.3145(450K-350K)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
WPolytropic=(1.31.3-1)3.33338.3145(450-350)
Next Step Evaluate
WPolytropic=12009.7793373324J/s
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
WPolytropic=720586.760239947J/min
LAST Step Rounding Answer
WPolytropic=720586.7602J/min

Work done during polytropic compression Formula Elements

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Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression
Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression is the energy transferred per minute during the polytropic compression process in a single stage compressor.
Symbol: WPolytropic
Measurement: Rate of Heat TransferUnit: J/min
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Polytropic Index
Polytropic Index is a dimensionless quantity used to describe the compression and expansion process of a gas in a single stage compressor.
Symbol: n
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Mass of Refrigerant in kg per minute
Mass of refrigerant in kg per minute is the amount of refrigerant in kilograms that flows through the compressor per minute of operation.
Symbol: m
Measurement: Mass Flow RateUnit: kg/min
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant
Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant is the temperature of refrigerant at the outlet of a single stage compressor after compression is complete.
Symbol: Tdischarge
Measurement: TemperatureUnit: K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Suction Temperature of Refrigerant
Suction Temperature of Refrigerant is the temperature of the refrigerant at the suction port of a single stage compressor during the compression process.
Symbol: Trefrigerant
Measurement: TemperatureUnit: K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Universal gas constant
Universal gas constant is a fundamental physical constant that appears in the ideal gas law, relating the pressure, volume, and temperature of an ideal gas.
Symbol: [R]
Value: 8.31446261815324

Other formulas in Work Done by Single Stage Compressor category

​Go Work done during Isothermal Compression given Temperature and Compression Ratio
WIsothermal=2.3mgas[R]T1ln(r)
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WIsothermal=2.3m[R]Tln(V1V2)
​Go Work done during Isothermal Compression given Temperature and Pressure Ratio
WIsothermal=2.3m[R]Tln(P2P1)
​Go Work done during Isothermal Compression given Pressure and Volume Ratio
WIsothermal=2.3P1V1ln(V1V2)

How to Evaluate Work done during polytropic compression?

Work done during polytropic compression evaluator uses Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression = (Polytropic Index/(Polytropic Index-1))*Mass of Refrigerant in kg per minute*[R]*(Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant-Suction Temperature of Refrigerant) to evaluate the Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression, Work done during polytropic compression formula is defined as the energy transferred to the refrigerant during the compression process in a single stage compressor, which is a critical parameter in refrigeration systems, affecting the overall performance and efficiency of the compressor. Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression is denoted by WPolytropic symbol.

How to evaluate Work done during polytropic compression using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Work done during polytropic compression, enter Polytropic Index (n), Mass of Refrigerant in kg per minute (m), Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant (Tdischarge) & Suction Temperature of Refrigerant (Trefrigerant) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Work done during polytropic compression

What is the formula to find Work done during polytropic compression?
The formula of Work done during polytropic compression is expressed as Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression = (Polytropic Index/(Polytropic Index-1))*Mass of Refrigerant in kg per minute*[R]*(Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant-Suction Temperature of Refrigerant). Here is an example- 4.3E+7 = (1.3/(1.3-1))*3.33333333333333*[R]*(450-350).
How to calculate Work done during polytropic compression?
With Polytropic Index (n), Mass of Refrigerant in kg per minute (m), Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant (Tdischarge) & Suction Temperature of Refrigerant (Trefrigerant) we can find Work done during polytropic compression using the formula - Work done per minute during Polytropic Compression = (Polytropic Index/(Polytropic Index-1))*Mass of Refrigerant in kg per minute*[R]*(Discharge Temperature of Refrigerant-Suction Temperature of Refrigerant). This formula also uses Universal gas constant .
Can the Work done during polytropic compression be negative?
Yes, the Work done during polytropic compression, measured in Rate of Heat Transfer can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Work done during polytropic compression?
Work done during polytropic compression is usually measured using the Joule per Minute[J/min] for Rate of Heat Transfer. Joule per Second[J/min], Megajoule per Second[J/min], Kilojoule per Second[J/min] are the few other units in which Work done during polytropic compression can be measured.
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