Plant engineering calculator · Updated 17 September 2026
Condensate Receiver Level Band Calculator — Pump Cycle Volume & Runtime
Calculate receiver volume between pump start/stop levels, fill time, pump-out time and approximate cycles per hour from return and pump rates.
Inputs
Live results
- Cycle-band volume 0.6 m³
- Fill time 6 min
- Pump-out time 4 min
- Approx cycles/hour 6
Formula and method
Vband=Vtank×(high−low); fill=Vband/Qreturn; pumpout=Vband/(Qpump−Qreturn).
Worked example
A 2 m³ receiver with a 30% level band stores 0.6 m³ per cycle.
Engineering assumptions and limits
- Pump capacity must exceed return flow during pump-out.
- Linear level-volume assumption should be replaced by vessel calibration when needed.
Frequently asked questions
What does this Condensate Receiver Level Band Calculator calculate?
Calculate receiver volume between pump start/stop levels, fill time, pump-out time and approximate cycles per hour from return and pump rates.
Can I use this for final equipment selection?
Use it for transparent engineering screening. Final selection must be checked against vendor curves, operating envelopes, applicable standards and site measurements.
Why are intermediate results shown?
They expose unit conversions and governing loads so unrealistic assumptions are easier to catch.