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EDR / BTU's steam / hot water

Steve_210
Steve_210 Member Posts: 647
in Strictly Steam
When I measure up an existing radiator and calculate the EDR, I know you multiply by 240 to get the BTU's for steam. But for hot water I believe you multiply the EDR by 150 for 170 degree hot water - I seem to remember reading this in one of Dan's books - can anyone clarify?

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  • Steamhead
    Steamhead Member Posts: 17,312
    That's right

    assuming you're working with a max boiler temp of 180° F.
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  • Brad White
    Brad White Member Posts: 2,399
    Correct, and

    keep in mind that the reference temperature (the 170F) is the "average" water temperature. This is what Steamhead is saying, re: 180F supply water, but presumes a 20 degree drop.



    If you size for condensing boilers using 140F maximum supply (Say 130F average assuming 120F return), you get about 90 BTUH per EDR.
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  • Steve_210
    Steve_210 Member Posts: 647
    thanks

    thanks guys
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