Duplex Pump Output Q (bbl/stroke) and q (bpm)

The mud pump output is a crucial parameter in drilling operations. It represents the volume of drilling fluid (mud) pumped per stroke.

Different correlations are used to calculate outputs for Duplex and Triplex pumps.

Reference: www.drillingmanual.com

Correlations

  • Pump Output Q
  • Pump Output q

Input Parameters

NameInput Value - UnitConverted ValueValidityLink to Calculation Page
Pump Liner Diameter

5.5

in

Pump Rod Diameter

2

in

Stroke Length

14

in

Stroke Per Minute

50

stroke/min

Pump Volumetric Efficiency

100

%

CALCULATE

Results

CorrelationCalculated ValueWarningsRemarks
Pump Output Q0.1281bbl/stroke
Pump Output q6.4035bbl/min - bpm