Enter the screw speed, shot weight, and cycle time into the calculator to determine the extruder output in kilograms per hour. This calculator helps in estimating the production capacity of an extrusion process.
Extruder Output Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the extruder output.
O = (SW / 1000) * (3600 / CT)
Variables:
- O is the output (kg/hour)
- SW is the shot weight (grams)
- CT is the cycle time (seconds)
To calculate the extruder output, divide the shot weight by 1000 to convert it to kilograms, then multiply by the number of cycles in an hour (3600 seconds divided by the cycle time).
What is Extruder Output?
Extruder output refers to the amount of material that an extruder can produce over a certain period of time, typically measured in kilograms per hour (kg/h). It is a critical parameter in the manufacturing process of plastic products, as it affects the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of production. The output depends on various factors such as the screw speed, shot weight, and cycle time of the extrusion process.
How to Calculate Extruder Output?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Extruder Output.
- First, determine the shot weight (SW) in grams.
- Next, determine the cycle time (CT) in seconds.
- Use the formula from above = O = (SW / 1000) * (3600 / CT).
- Finally, calculate the Extruder Output (O) in kilograms per hour.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
shot weight (SW) = 150 grams
cycle time (CT) = 30 seconds
