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`mu = ( "t2" - "t1" )/( "t3" - "t1" )`
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The Temperature Transfer Efficiency calculator computes the temperature transfer efficiency of an heat recovery unit
INSTRUCTIONS: Choose units and enter the following:
- (t1) Outside Temperature BEFORE Heat Exchange
- (t2) Outside Temperature AFTER Heat Exchange
- (t3) Inside Temperature BEFORE Heat Exchange
Transfer Efficiency ( μ ): The calculator returns the transfer efficiency as a percent. However, this can be automatically converted to a real number or dB via the pull-down menu.
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The Math / Science
The formula for temperature transfer efficiency of an heat recovery unit is:
μ = (t2 - t1) / (t3 - t1)
where
- μ = temperature transfer efficiency
- t1 = temperature outside air before heat exchange
- t2 = temperature outside air after heat exchange
- t3 = temperature inside air before heat exchange
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