HVAC Lecture
HVAC Lecture
HVAC Lecture
BTU/hr = A + B
A = width (ft) x length (ft) x 50
B = # people x 500
Sample Computation
• For a 15ft x 20ft regular room with 2 people
BTU/hr = A + B
15000 = 15 (ft) x 20 (ft) x 50
1000 = 2 people x 500
16,880 KJ
17,750 KJ
TIP # 1
• Air conditioner sizes can be calculated using this
formula
BTU/hr = A + B
A = width (ft) x length (ft) x 50
B = # people x 500
Voltage: 220v,
380v, 400v, 440v
Phase: Single or
Three Phase
Frequency:
60Hz or 50Hz
Physical Data:
Use this for
the layout and
design of the
equipment
foundation.
TIP # 3
• Outdoor units (air-cooled condensers) should
be located outside the building with enough
space to dissipate heat to the environment.
Do not put it on basements and inside the
ceilings.
TIP # 4
• Provide enough space and access for repairs
and maintenance of the equipment,
refrigerant pipes, drain pipes and ducts.
TIP # 5
• For large aircon capacity starting from 50TR
(tons of refrigeration cooling), use chiller
water system and provide a chiller
room/pump room and cooling towers at the
roofdeck.
Summary
1. Use the quick calculation for regular room
construction only and for estimate purposes.
2. Always refer on the product catalogue for
details of the equipment.
3. Outdoor units should be located outside the
building.
4. Provide enough space and access for repairs
and maintenance.
5. Use chilled water system for large capacities.
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