The Duplex Pump Output per Stroke calculator computes the number of barrels (bbl) per stroke produced by a duplex pump.
INSTRUCTIONS: Choose units and enter the following:
Pump Output per Stroke (PO): The calculator returns the pump output per stroke in barrels (bbl). However this can be automatically converted to other volume units (e.g. gallons or liters) via the pull-down menu.
A triplex mud (or slush) pump has three horizontal plungers (cylinders) driven off of one crankshaft. Triplex mud pumps are often used for oil drilling.
The formula for duplex pump output per stroke is:
PO = 0.000162 * S * (2*D2 - d2) * PE
where:
A duplex pump is a type of positive displacement pump that consists of two separate pumping units within a single pump housing. These pumps are designed to deliver a more consistent and continuous flow of fluid compared to single-piston pumps or other simpler designs. The two pumping units typically operate in tandem, with one unit active while the other is on standby. This design helps to maintain a steady flow rate and can also provide a backup in case one unit fails or requires maintenance. Duplex pumps are commonly used in various industrial applications, such as oil and gas, chemical processing, and water treatment, where reliable and efficient pumping is essential.