HVAC Duct Sizing & CFMConstruction

HVAC Duct Sizing, Airflow CFM, Velocity & Equivalent Rectangular Duct Estimator

Calculate supply and return air duct dimensions: round duct diameter (inches & mm), rectangular duct cross-section (WxH), airflow volume (CFM & m³/h), and design air velocity (FPM).

Calculated Result

Recommended Round Duct Diameter (Inches)

14in

Calculator Inputs

CFM
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Recommended Round Duct Diameter (Inches)

14in

Round Duct Metric Diameter (mm)

356 mm

Airflow Volume in Cubic Meters / Hour (m³/h)

1,359 m³/h

Estimated Cooling Capacity Equivalent (Tons AC)

2 tons AC

Equivalent Rectangular Duct Width (at 10" Height)

15 in

Required Net Duct Cross-Section Area

1 sq ft

Airflow Volume: CFM vs. m³/h Breakdown

airflow_volume_cfm
800(37%)
Airflow Volume in Cubic Meters / Hour (m³/h)
1,359 m³/h(63%)

ASHRAE standard recommended residential velocity is 700-900 FPM in main trunks and 500-700 FPM in branch ducts to prevent air noise.

All engineering calculations, structural estimates, and electrical sizing metrics are provided for preliminary estimation only. Always ensure compliance with relevant statutory building codes and occupational safety standards, verified by a certified professional engineer before practical implementation.

Calculation Methodology

Duct Area (sq ft) = CFM / Velocity (FPM). Round Diameter (in) = sqrt((Area * 4) / π) * 12. Equivalent Rectangular Dimensions: Area = Width * Height.

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard residential HVAC design requires approximately 400 CFM of airflow per ton of refrigeration (12,000 BTU/hr).

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