Air Usage Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate air usage (AU) is:

\[ AU = FR \times OT \]

Where:

\(AU\) is the air usage (cubic feet)
\(FR\) is the flow rate of air (cubic feet per minute)
\(OT\) is the operating time (minutes)

What is Air Usage?

Air usage is the volume of air consumed by a pneumatic system or process over a given period of time. It is a critical parameter for designing and operating compressed air systems, as it affects the sizing of compressors and the efficiency of the system. Understanding air usage helps in optimizing performance and reducing energy costs associated with compressed air systems.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Flow Rate of Air (FR) = 100 cubic feet per minute
Operating Time (OT) = 60 minutes

Using the formula to calculate air usage (AU):

\[ AU = FR \times OT = 100 \times 60 = 6000 \text{ cubic feet} \]

The Air Usage (AU) is 6000 cubic feet.