Module-VI Reliability & Failure Data Analysis
Module-VI Reliability & Failure Data Analysis
The total operation time is the difference between the total working time and the
total breakdown time, so this is the MTBF formula:
Then, as per the MTBF formula, the Mean Time Between Failures calculation
will be:
Why is MTBF important?
MTBF is useful to estimate how likely an asset is to fail, and how often certain
failures occur. This makes it extremely important for reliability engineering,
although it’s also an indicator for the asset’s availability.
While there are many more maintenance KPIS you should keep an eye out for, the
MTBF is a guideline for preventive maintenance scheduling. Plus, if you make an
accurate estimate, it will improve inventory and prevent stock outs.
However, remember that any KPI is only as good as the data. To make sure you
have accurate data from the equipment to calculate MTBF, you need the right
CMMS.