What Output Rating (Watts) Do I Need for a Pump to Lift 8kg of Water per Minute?

In summary, the problem involves calculating the output rating in watts for a pump lifting 8 kg of water per minute through a height of 3.50 m. The concept of work and energy is relevant, particularly the formula for calculating work as force multiplied by distance cos Θ. The teacher did not provide instruction, leaving the student to figure out the solution on their own.
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Bayley
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Homework Statement


A pump is to lift 8.00 kg of water per minute through a height of 3.50 m. What output rating (watts) should the pump motor have?


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The Attempt at a Solution


I have no idea how to even start.
 
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Welcome to Physics Forums,

Which concept(s) do you think are involved?
 
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Well think about what a Watt is. It is a J/s.
 
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Well energy is measured in joules and work=fdcosΘ. So...
 
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Bayley said:
Well energy is measured in joules and work=fdcosΘ. So...
Good, you're on the right lines. How much work does the pump have to do in one minute?
 
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I don't know what the components are.
I'm so clueless about this because my teacher didnt have time to teach us, and he said just try and figure it out.
 
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Bayley said:
I don't know what the components are.
I'm so clueless about this because my teacher didnt have time to teach us, and he said just try and figure it out.
Well, in one minute the pump lifts a mass of 8kg vertically upwards to a height of 3.50m...
 

Related to What Output Rating (Watts) Do I Need for a Pump to Lift 8kg of Water per Minute?

1. What is the meaning of output rating (watts)?

The output rating (watts) refers to the amount of power that a device or system can produce, typically measured in watts. It is a measure of the rate at which energy is transferred or converted.

2. How is output rating (watts) calculated?

The output rating (watts) is typically calculated by multiplying the voltage (in volts) by the current (in amps) at which a device or system operates. This calculation is known as Ohm's Law and is represented by the formula: P = V x I, where P is power in watts, V is voltage in volts, and I is current in amps.

3. Is a higher output rating (watts) always better?

Not necessarily. The appropriate output rating (watts) for a device or system depends on its intended use and design. A higher output rating may result in more power consumption and higher costs, while a lower output rating may not provide enough power for the desired function.

4. Can output rating (watts) be increased?

In some cases, output rating (watts) can be increased by altering the voltage or current input to a device or system. However, this should only be done if the device or system is designed to handle the increased output without causing damage.

5. How does output rating (watts) affect the efficiency of a device or system?

The output rating (watts) of a device or system does not directly affect its efficiency. However, a higher output rating may result in a higher power consumption and therefore, a higher energy cost. It is important to balance the output rating with the desired function and efficiency of a device or system.

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