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BEP (Best Efficiency Point)

The operating point on a pump's performance curve where hydraulic efficiency is maximum. Pumps are sized so the design duty point lands within ±10% of BEP (POR — Preferred Operating Region) per Hydraulic Institute 9.6.1.

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