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In HVAC hydronic line sizing, if equivalent length of fittings greatly exceeds straight pipe in a branch, the designer should (conceptual)?

Choices

  • (A) Include all fitting losses in head calculation (C or K method) to avoid under-sizing pumps
  • (B) Ignore all fittings in hot water return
  • (C) Use FPM in suction only for all
  • (D) Rely on sight glass in pump

Correct answer: (A)

Include all fitting losses in head calculation (C or K method) to avoid under-sizing pumps

Explanation

Cameron/Crane: equivalent length + C factors.

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