What Does MTBF Stand For?
MTBF stands for Mean Time Between Failure
MTBF, or Mean Time Between Failure, is a key reliability metric used to measure the average time elapsed between inherent failures of a system during operation. It is commonly applied in engineering and maintenance contexts to assess the reliability and performance of equipment and systems, helping organizations predict maintenance needs and enhance service availability. MTBF is expressed in hours and is calculated by dividing the total operational time by the number of failures that occur within that timeframe.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym