Cycle Time Calculator
Calculate cycle time CT = Total production time / Units produced and output rate in parts per hour.
How to Use the Cycle Time Calculator
- Enter the total production time in minutes.
- Enter the number of units produced during that time.
- Click Calculate to get cycle time and parts-per-hour output.
Casos de Uso
- •Determining line or machine throughput.
- •Comparing actual cycle time against standard.
- •Calculating machine loading during production planning.
Fórmula
CT = Production Time (min) / Units Produced. Parts per Hour = 60 / CT.
Preguntas Frecuentes
What is cycle time?
Cycle time is the average time to produce one unit, including processing, waiting, and internal transport time within the process.
What is the difference between cycle time and takt time?
Cycle time is the actual production time per part. Takt time is the maximum allowable time based on customer demand. Cycle time must be ≤ takt time.
How can cycle time drive improvement?
Comparing cycle time to takt time reveals slack and bottlenecks. Reducing cycle time increases output without additional resources.