How Can Air Throw Distance for Fans Be Calculated?

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The calculation of air throw distance for fans involves several key parameters: fan diameter, volumetric flow rate (m^3/h), temperature, RPM, and power. The discussion references the equation 0=ma-cv^2, where 'm' represents mass air rate, 'a' is acceleration, 'c' is a constant, and 'v' denotes velocity. It is noted that the formula provided by Hartzell Fan is specific to their products, and additional resources such as ASHRAE guidelines may offer further insights into HVAC systems and fan performance. The need for the coefficient of friction between air layers is also highlighted as a critical factor in accurate calculations.

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  • Basic HVAC system concepts
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Hello Everybody.

I have a problem.

I study calculate air throw distance for FANs. How can I calculate it?

So I have some data below.

Fan Diameter
Volumetric flow rate (m^3/h)
Temperature
RPM
Power

Please send me note or documents If you have any.

Thanks for your help.
 
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I did some internet search and found only this.
Note that they say the formula is applicable for only "their" fans.

http://www.hartzellfan.com/getbulletin/series-22t/

Maybe Ashrae has some info for HVAC systems regarding a single fan.
 
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Thanks for your intertest.

As you motioned that formula given by Hartzellan Co. for only their Fans.

I try to calculate with Newtons First Laws (Motion in One Dimension or Two Dimension).

But I need coefficient of friction between air and air.
 

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