December 1981
This Residential Duct Systems - Selection and Design of Ducted HVAC Systems guide to residential duct systems provides information for homebuilders on the selection and design of ducted heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Topics include ductwork and alternative duct systems, as well as on equipment selection, installation and operating costs and design of the total HVAC system. It includes tables, charts, rules-of-thumb, examples of duct layouts and equipment and product illustrations. The guide also references useful publications on thermal protection, designing and building energy-conserving homes, load calculation, and detailed design of duct systems.
Prepared for:
National Association of Home Builders
66 pages