Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power Calculator

✖Converted Power refers to the electrical power output that is generated by the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy.ⓘ Converted Power [P_conv]			+10% -10%
✖Input Power refers to the power input required to rotate the armature of the generator, which in turn generates electrical power. The mechanical power is provided by an external source.ⓘ Input Power [P_in]			+10% -10%

✖Mechanical Efficiency the ratio of the power delivered by a mechanical system to the power supplied to it.ⓘ Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power [η_m]

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Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power Solution

STEP 0: Pre-Calculation Summary

Formula Used

Mechanical Efficiency = Converted Power/Input Power
η_m = P_conv/P_in
This formula uses 3 Variables

Variables Used

Mechanical Efficiency - Mechanical Efficiency the ratio of the power delivered by a mechanical system to the power supplied to it.
Converted Power - (Measured in Watt) - Converted Power refers to the electrical power output that is generated by the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy.
Input Power - (Measured in Watt) - Input Power refers to the power input required to rotate the armature of the generator, which in turn generates electrical power. The mechanical power is provided by an external source.

STEP 1: Convert Input(s) to Base Unit

Converted Power: 150.5 Watt --> 150.5 Watt No Conversion Required
Input Power: 220 Watt --> 220 Watt No Conversion Required

STEP 2: Evaluate Formula

Substituting Input Values in Formula

η_m = P_conv/P_in --> 150.5/220

Evaluating ... ...

η_m = 0.684090909090909

STEP 3: Convert Result to Output's Unit

0.684090909090909 --> No Conversion Required

FINAL ANSWER

0.684090909090909 ≈ 0.684091 <-- Mechanical Efficiency

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Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power Formula

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Mechanical Efficiency = Converted Power/Input Power
η_m = P_conv/P_in

What is the Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator?

The Mechanical Efficiency of DC generator is simply the ratio of output power to input power. It is calculated using the converted armature power and input mechanical power. Its values ranges from 85% to 95%.

How to Calculate Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power?

Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power calculator uses Mechanical Efficiency = Converted Power/Input Power to calculate the Mechanical Efficiency, Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power is dependent on the power in the armature and mechanical power applied at the input. The vaule of Mechanical Efficiency of a DC Generator is generally very high ranging for 85% to 95% . Mechanical Efficiency is denoted by η_m symbol.

How to calculate Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power using this online calculator? To use this online calculator for Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power, enter Converted Power (P_conv) & Input Power (P_in) and hit the calculate button. Here is how the Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power calculation can be explained with given input values -> 0.684091 = 150.5/220.

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What is Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power?

Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power is dependent on the power in the armature and mechanical power applied at the input. The vaule of Mechanical Efficiency of a DC Generator is generally very high ranging for 85% to 95% and is represented as η_m = P_conv/P_in or Mechanical Efficiency = Converted Power/Input Power. Converted Power refers to the electrical power output that is generated by the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy & Input Power refers to the power input required to rotate the armature of the generator, which in turn generates electrical power. The mechanical power is provided by an external source.

How to calculate Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power?

Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power is dependent on the power in the armature and mechanical power applied at the input. The vaule of Mechanical Efficiency of a DC Generator is generally very high ranging for 85% to 95% is calculated using Mechanical Efficiency = Converted Power/Input Power. To calculate Mechanical Efficiency of DC Generator using Converted Power, you need Converted Power (P_conv) & Input Power (P_in). With our tool, you need to enter the respective value for Converted Power & Input Power and hit the calculate button. You can also select the units (if any) for Input(s) and the Output as well.

How many ways are there to calculate Mechanical Efficiency?

In this formula, Mechanical Efficiency uses Converted Power & Input Power. We can use 1 other way(s) to calculate the same, which is/are as follows -

Mechanical Efficiency = (Armature Voltage*Armature Current)/(Angular Speed*Torque)

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