Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around finding calculators for the design of condensers, evaporators, and heat pumps. Participants share resources and experiences related to specific software tools and their functionalities.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant inquires about calculators for condenser, evaporator, or heat pump design, mentioning common unknown parameters like number of passes and column dimensions.
- Another participant recommends a calculator from RAE Corporation, noting it can be found under "downloads" as the "total package," and mentions that Carrier also offers a good calculator, though access requires contacting a sales engineer.
- A participant expresses gratitude for the recommendation, indicating it was helpful.
- One participant reports difficulty accessing the RAE package due to a password requirement.
- Another participant acknowledges the password issue and suggests that the company may provide one based on the user's situation.
- A different participant mentions discovering another program called evap-cond and expresses intent to test it against proven designs, while dismissing the idea of using CFD software for testing.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants share various recommendations for calculators, but there is no consensus on a single best option or resolution to the password access issue.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include potential dependency on specific software functionalities and the need for user credentials for certain tools, which may not be universally applicable.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals interested in designing or analyzing condensers, evaporators, and heat pumps, as well as those seeking software tools for thermal system calculations.