Time to pump down an engine-room bilge-holding tank to the next transfer-destination, given bilge-pump capacity and tank level.
Formula
$$ t = \frac{\min(V_{src}, V_{dst_free})}{\dot V} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $V_{src}$ | Source tank liquid | m³ | soundings |
| $V_{dst_free}$ | Destination free space | m³ | soundings |
| $\dot V$ | Pump flow rate | m³/h | pump curve |
Sources
- MARPOL Annex I Reg. 17.