Capacity factor (of a valve), Cv, Kv

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-000533",
  "term": "Capacity factor (of a valve), Cv, Kv",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A measure of a valve's flow capacity, representing the volume of water at a specific temperature that can pass through the valve per unit of time at a given pressure drop. The Cv (flow coefficient) is typically measured in US gallons per minute with a 1 psi pressure drop at 60°F. The Kv (flow factor) is the metric equivalent, measured in cubic meters per hour with a 1 bar pressure drop at 20°C.",
  "subject": "Production",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/capacity-factor-of-a-valve-cv-kv/"
}