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HVAC load calculation determines heating and cooling requirements. Proper sizing ensures comfort and efficiency without over/under-capacity.

Formel

Total load = sensible + latent

Trin-for-trin guide

  1. 1Calculate sensible load: Q_s = U×A×ΔT (conduction) plus solar gains and internal loads
  2. 2Calculate latent load: Q_l = 0.68×CFM×Δh (moisture removal)
  3. 3Total load = sensible + latent

Løste eksempler

Input
Office building 5000 m², design ΔT 8°C, occupancy 500 people
Resultat
Cooling load ≈ 250-300 kW depending on assumptions
Detailed calculation

Almindelige fejl at undgå

  • Under-sizing for future expansion or occupancy increases
  • Neglecting solar gains on west-facing windows

Ofte stillede spørgsmål

What are typical cooling loads per area?

Office: 100-150 W/m², retail with solar: 200-300 W/m², industrial much higher.

How do people affect load?

Each person generates 100W sensible + 40W latent heat; occupancy density is major load driver.

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