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Machine Hour Cost Calculator

Allocate annual machine costs over productive operating hours.

Use a consistent reporting periodCheck the calculation below
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Use figures from the same reporting period.

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Review the method below for assumptions and conventions.

How to use this tool

  1. Enter annual fixed machine costs, annual variable machine costs, annual productive hours.
  2. Select Calculate to view the result.
  3. Check the method and assumptions below before using the result.

The method, explained

Machine-hour rate = (annual fixed + annual variable costs)/productive hours.

A WORKED EXAMPLE

Using annual fixed machine costs = 12000 currency, annual variable machine costs = 8000 currency, annual productive hours = 2000 hours, the result is 10 money. Change these example inputs to match your task; use the method above to check each step.

Understanding your result

Use productive hours, not calendar hours. Include depreciation, maintenance and energy only once in the selected cost categories.

What to keep in mind

Use productive hours, not calendar hours. Include depreciation, maintenance and energy only once in the selected cost categories. Use consistent currencies, reporting periods and accounting definitions. This arithmetic estimate excludes items not entered in the form.

Common questions

How do I use this machine hour cost calculator?

Allocate annual machine costs over productive operating hours. Enter annual fixed machine costs in currency, annual variable machine costs in currency, annual productive hours in hours. The starting example is editable; use values for the same system or project.

Which assumptions affect this result?

Use productive hours, not calendar hours. Include depreciation, maintenance and energy only once in the selected cost categories.

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