Cycle Time Calculator

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The unit used for all time inputs and outputs.
Total elapsed time the production line was actually running (exclude planned downtime and breaks).
min
Total number of units (good and scrap) completed during the run.
units
Net production time per shift or planning period, used to calculate takt time. Usually the same as run time unless there are scheduled breaks.
min
Number of units customers need within the same period. Used to compute takt time and the efficiency ratio.
units
Cycle timeExcess capacity
2

Average time to complete one unit

Cycle time unitmin/unit
Takt time2.4
Takt time unitmin/unit
Throughput rate30
Efficiency ratio (CT / TT)0.83
Capacity per period240
Surplus / shortfall+40 units surplus
0.83 CT/TT
Very low load<0.5Spare capacity0.5-0.85Balanced0.85-1Near limit1-1.15Overloaded1.15+
Cycle time2
Takt time2.4

Cycle time: 2.00 min/unit (30.0 units/hr)

  • Your process completes one unit every 2.00 min, equivalent to 30.0 units per hour.
  • Your cycle time (2.00 min) is well below takt time (2.40 min), meaning you produce faster than demand requires.
  • Excess capacity can signal an opportunity to reduce batch sizes, cross-train staff, or absorb additional product lines.
  • +40 units surplus

Next stepConsider levelling production (heijunka) to smooth workflow and reduce work-in-progress inventory.

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