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Capacity conversion factor for hot water in radiators?
Chuck_17
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What is a good capacity conversion factor from steam capacity to hot water at 180 deg (70 deg room air) for cast iron radiators?
I have 0.9 which seems high.
I have 0.9 which seems high.
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Don't forget that the numbers above represent average water temp and not entering water temp.
https://heatinghelp.com/systems-help-center/conversion-factors/ has the full range.0 -
150 BTUH per EDR (ft2 rating) @ Average 170F temp (180 supply and 160 return).0
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Thanks.0
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