K-factor

Meanings

1. The number of pulses expected for every volumetric unit of fluid passing through a given flowmeter.
2. The relative pelleting efficiency of a given centrifuge rotor.
3. A systematic means of classifying a crude oil according to its paraffinic, naphthenic, intermediate or aromatic nature.
4. A measurement of how well a power transformer can handle harmonic distortion.
5. The discharge rate from a nozzle, as calculated using a formula.
6. The bending capacity of sheet metal, as calculated using a formula.
7. The proportion of annual average daily traffic occurring in an hour.
8. The ratio of the value of deferrable expenses to the value of estimated gross profits.
9. A measure of growth based on the number of invitations sent by users and the number of resulting conversions.