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    panamjim Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 5, 2009, 02:39 PM
    A/C capacity requirement
    What is the formula for figuring how many tons of cooling are required for a given area?
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    #2

    May 5, 2009, 02:42 PM

    How much sf do you have?
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    #3

    May 5, 2009, 02:43 PM

    See if this helps:
    AC Direct - How to Size Your System
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    #4

    May 7, 2009, 04:06 AM
    Another option LOL
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    May 7, 2009, 05:22 AM

    For a small area within a building you go with the sf rule of thumb, but to properly size a residence you really should do a Manual J.
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