Radiator Calculator — Size Your Heating System Correctly

Radiator Calculator

Calculate the right radiator size for your room. Understand how room dimensions, insulation, and climate affect heating requirements.

Step 1: Room Details

Understanding Radiator Sizing

Proper radiator sizing ensures efficient heating. Undersized radiators won’t heat your room effectively, while oversized ones waste energy. The calculation considers room volume, insulation, and desired temperature.

Step 2: Additional Factors

1.0
15%

About Insulation Factors

Insulation level affects how much heat is needed. Well-insulated rooms (1.0-1.2) require less heating power, while poorly insulated spaces (1.3-1.5) need more. Modern homes typically have values around 1.0.

Radiator Sizing Results

Summary
Radiator Comparison
Heat Requirement

Recommended Radiator Output

5,200 BTU/h
Equivalent to: 1,525 Watts
Room Volume
2,400 ft³
Temperature Difference
28°F
Insulation Factor
1.0
Radiator Size
Medium

Radiator Size Comparison

Room Type Dimensions Heat Requirement Radiator Size Typical Cost

Heat Requirement Analysis

Radiator Calculation Formula

BTU/h = Volume × ΔT × Insulation Factor × 0.133

The radiator output is calculated using a standard formula that considers room volume, temperature difference, and insulation quality. Actual requirements may vary based on window quality, external walls, and specific room characteristics.

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