Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) vs. Mean Time to Failure (MTTF)

[Image depicting a factory machine with the text “MTBF vs. MTTF” next to it] In the realm of engineering and reliability, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Failure (MTTF) are crucial metrics that measure the lifespan and performance of systems, components, and equipment. While both terms may sound similar, they have distinct meanings and applications. What is MTBF? MTBF, also known as Mean Time Between Outages or Mean Uptime, represents the average time a system or component operates without failure....

November 29, 2023 · 3 min · 511 words