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hvactek



74.37.131.73

"unit sizing?" , posted Sun 15 Apr 17:54user profileedit/delete messagepost reply


i have a 3000 square foot building with insulated attic and 18 foot high ceilings what size air handlers should i put i would normally do 5 ton for 3000 square feet but how do i compensate for the high ceilings and should i oversize the ducts?

 


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drcuervo

69.121.246.63

"Re(1):unit sizing?" , posted Fri 8 Jun 20:53user profileedit/delete messagepost reply


There is just too many variables to give an answer ex. is it a wearhouse or office or house? what kind of load do you have? like exterior walls or windows and door locations? what shape the room is evem matters if you want to send me a drewing i'll take a look at it.

Steve W.