How to calculate radiators: Analysis of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days
As winter approaches, the selection and calculation of radiators has become the focus of attention for many families. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the radiator calculation method, and provide structured data reference to help you solve the heating problem efficiently.
1. Core elements of radiator calculations

The calculation of the radiator needs to comprehensively consider factors such as room area, thermal insulation performance, and heat source type. The following is a comparison table of key parameters:
| Influencing factors | Calculate reference value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Room area (㎡) | Requires 60-100W per square meter | The lower value is taken in the south and the higher value is taken in the north. |
| House insulation | The thermal insulation difference increases the power by 20%-30% | Old houses or single-layer glass require additional calculations |
| Radiator type | Steel/copper aluminum have different heat dissipation efficiencies | Copper and aluminum heat dissipation efficiency is 10%-15% higher |
2. The radiator calculation issue that is hotly discussed on the Internet
In the past 10 days, the following topics have been relatively popular on social platforms:
| Popular questions | focus of discussion | solution |
|---|---|---|
| "How to calculate the number of radiators?" | How to allocate the number of slices after calculating by area | Single chip power ÷ total required power = number of chips |
| “Do different materials have a big impact?” | The difference between copper-aluminum composite sheets and steel sheets | Copper and aluminum are more suitable for self-heating, while steel is suitable for central heating. |
| "How to adjust the floor height above 3 meters?" | Increased heat loss in high spaces | For every 1 meter increase in floor height, the power needs to be increased by 10% |
3. Step-by-step calculation example
Take the 15㎡ southern bedroom as an example:
1.Basic power calculation:15㎡×80W=1200W;
2.Additional adjustments: Single-layer glass increases by 20%, that is, 1200W×1.2=1440W;
3.Choose a radiator: If the power of a single chip is 150W, then 1440W÷150W≈10 chips.
4. Common misunderstandings among users
According to discussions across the Internet, the following misunderstandings need to be noted:
-Ignore heat source temperature: If the central heating water temperature is high, the number of pieces can be reduced;
-Over-reliance on formulas: The actual installation needs to consider furniture blocking, orientation and other factors;
-Blindly pursuing the number of films: Too much will lead to waste of energy consumption.
5. Summary
The calculation of the radiator requires a scientific combination of environmental and product parameters. It is recommended to consult a professional HVAC company first. Through the structured data and analysis of popular issues provided in this article, I hope it can help you achieve efficient heating this winter!
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