Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (Question)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the interpretation of a specific labeling in a piping and instrumentation diagram related to air flow values in an energy modeling context. Participants are exploring the meaning of "air flow1/air flow2" and its implications in the context of air handling units (AHUs).

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that "air flow1/air flow2" likely refers to minimum and maximum airflow values, but seeks confirmation from others.
  • Another participant expresses uncertainty about the visibility of the diagram and requests a closer view of the relevant section to provide better input.
  • A different participant agrees with the initial interpretation of the airflow labels as min/max values and notes that the labeling conventions can be confusing without understanding the underlying rationale.
  • One participant speculates that the airflow values may represent reduced outdoor air and exhaust conditions when a specific system (the washer) is off.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no clear consensus among participants regarding the interpretation of "air flow1/air flow2." While some agree on the min/max interpretation, others express uncertainty and seek further clarification.

Contextual Notes

Participants acknowledge potential limitations in understanding due to the visibility of the diagram and the need for additional context regarding labeling conventions.

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Hey everyone,

I am an energy modeling engineer, and I would like to ask a question regarding a project I am working on.

In the attached instrumentation diagram (and I also found this on AHU specification tables), what does it mean to have "air flow1/air flow2" (see figure). I deduce it is the "min airflow value/max airflow value", but I would like to be sure about this. Concerning colors, orange is return air, green is outdoor/fresh air supply, blue is primary air and pink is exhaust air.

Thank you all in advance for your time.

242027
 
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Welcome to PF.

That's a good guestion, but I am unable to zoom that image big enough to read what you are saying. Can you add a post with a close-up of the part of the image showing the label in question?
 
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Thank you, and thank you again for the fast repply.

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Thank you. min/max would be my guess also. Wait a while for others to weigh in also.
Label conventions sometimes seem irrational unless you know the underlying thoughts.
 
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redux said:
In the attached instrumentation diagram (and I also found this on AHU specification tables), what does it mean to have "air flow1/air flow2" (see figure). I deduce it is the "min airflow value/max airflow value", but I would like to be sure about this.
That's what it looks like, yes; it's probably reduced outdoor air and exhaust when the washer is off.
 
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Thank you all for the help.
 

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