Presents an explanation of the many standards used to rate unitary air-source pumps, air-source (direct-expansion) cooling units, furnaces and water-to-air heat pumps. Also points out important assumptions, calculation methods and rating points. The aim was to compare the energy use and demand characteristics of ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) to conventional equipment. Presents the conclusions from a bin analysis using Atlanta and Chicago weather data.
KEYWORDS: Heat pumps, calculating, standards, USA, heat pumps, soil heat pumps, boilers, comparing, energy consumption
Citation: Symposium Papers, Baltimore, MD, 1992
Product Details
- Published:
- 1992
- File Size:
- 1 file , 930 KB
- Product Code(s):
- D-17911
