HP of Aircon per Square Meter

Aircon HP Formula:

\[ HP = \frac{A_{room} \times 44.6}{2545 \times COP} \]

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1. What is Aircon HP per Square Meter?

Definition: This calculator determines the required horsepower (HP) of an air conditioning unit based on room area and the unit's efficiency.

Purpose: Helps homeowners and HVAC professionals properly size air conditioning units for optimal performance and energy efficiency.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ HP = \frac{A_{room} \times 44.6}{2545 \times COP} \]

Where:

\( HP \) — Required horsepower of aircon
\( A_{room} \) — Area of the room (square meters)
\( COP \) — Coefficient of Performance (efficiency factor)
44.6 — Conversion factor (BTU/hr per W/m²)
2545 — Conversion factor (BTU/hr per HP)

Explanation: The formula converts room area to cooling requirements and then to horsepower based on the unit's efficiency.

3. Importance of Proper Aircon Sizing

Details: Correct HP calculation ensures efficient cooling, prevents overworking the unit, and optimizes energy consumption.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter room area in square meters and COP (default 3.5 for typical units). All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a typical COP value?
A: Standard units range from 2.5-3.5, while high-efficiency units can reach 4.0-5.0.

Q2: How does room insulation affect the calculation?
A: Poor insulation may require a higher HP. Consider increasing the result by 10-20% for poorly insulated spaces.

Q3: What about room height?
A: This calculator assumes standard ceiling height (2.4-3m). For taller ceilings, multiply area by (height/2.7).

Q4: How to convert HP to BTU/hr?
A: Multiply HP by 2545 to get BTU/hr (1 HP = 2545 BTU/hr).

Q5: What if my room has many windows?
A: Add 10-15% to the calculated HP for rooms with significant sun exposure through windows.