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    jcp6649 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 6, 2009, 06:23 PM
    How large of a heat strip do I need?
    Is there a "standard" method for calculating the size of the heating strip required? I have a heat/loss/gain report if that helps. It's a 2 ton unit and currently has a 5Kw strip installed. The HVAC guy uses the following method:

    1 ton = 3Kw
    2 ton = 5Kw
    3 ton = 7Kw
    4 ton = 10Kw etc etc

    I am beginning to wonder if the inspector will take issue if he feels there's inadequate aux available. There are Pros/Cons with everything. What's the Con if the heat strip that is installed is inadequate? I am located in Middle Georgia if geography is a factor. Any help is greatly appreciated.
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    tkrussell Posts: 9,659, Reputation: 725
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    Oct 7, 2009, 02:44 AM
    Not sure what the purpose of this heater strip is.

    Is this the emergency or auxiliary heat?

    I will copy this over at HVAC and see if those resident experts can help.
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