Sizing
- Heat (kW) = Flow rate (kg/s) x 4.2 x Temperature difference (10°C)
- Effective Pipe Length = pipe length x 0.33 (average number of bends)
| Copper pipe (OD) | Approx. Loading |
|---|---|
| 8 | 1.5kW |
| 10 | 2.5kW |
| 15 | 6kW |
| 22 | 13kW |
| 28 | 22kW |
| < Go Back | 2013-04-19 |
Central Heating
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