Solar radiation cooling load for glass Formula

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Solar radiation cooling load for glass is the solar radiation heat gain entering through the glass. Check FAQs
Qcl=SHGFAgSCCLFG
Qcl - Solar Radiation Cooling Load for Glass?SHGF - Maximum Solar Heat Gain Factor?Ag - Area of Glass?SC - Shading Coefficient?CLFG - Cooling Load Factor for Glass?

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29282.4Edit=196Edit240Edit0.75Edit0.83Edit
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Qcl=SHGFAgSCCLFG
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Qcl=196BTU/h*ft²240ft²0.750.83
Next Step Convert Units
Qcl=618.2998W/m²22.29670.750.83
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Qcl=618.299822.29670.750.83
Next Step Evaluate
Qcl=8581.82430521124W
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
Qcl=29282.4Btu/h

Solar radiation cooling load for glass Formula Elements

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Solar Radiation Cooling Load for Glass
Solar radiation cooling load for glass is the solar radiation heat gain entering through the glass.
Symbol: Qcl
Measurement: PowerUnit: Btu/h
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Maximum Solar Heat Gain Factor
Maximum solar heat gain factor is the fraction of solar radiation admitted through a window or door either transmitted directly or absorbed, and subsequently released as heat inside a home.
Symbol: SHGF
Measurement: Heat Flux DensityUnit: BTU/h*ft²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Area of Glass
Area of glass is the area through which solar radiation entering to conditioned space.
Symbol: Ag
Measurement: AreaUnit: ft²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Shading Coefficient
Shading coefficient is a measure of thermal performance of a glass unit (panel or window) in a building.
Symbol: SC
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Cooling Load Factor for Glass
Cooling Load Factor for Glass is based on the solar radiation heat gain entering through the glass and the effect of the room surfaces and furnishings in absorbing and transmitting the radiant heat.
Symbol: CLFG
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

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How to Evaluate Solar radiation cooling load for glass?

Solar radiation cooling load for glass evaluator uses Solar Radiation Cooling Load for Glass = Maximum Solar Heat Gain Factor*Area of Glass*Shading Coefficient*Cooling Load Factor for Glass to evaluate the Solar Radiation Cooling Load for Glass, Solar radiation cooling load for glass formula is defined as the total heat gain of a building's glass surfaces due to solar radiation, taking into account the solar heat gain factor, glass area, shading coefficient, and cooling load factor. It helps architects and engineers to estimate the cooling load required to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature. Solar Radiation Cooling Load for Glass is denoted by Qcl symbol.

How to evaluate Solar radiation cooling load for glass using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Solar radiation cooling load for glass, enter Maximum Solar Heat Gain Factor (SHGF), Area of Glass (Ag), Shading Coefficient (SC) & Cooling Load Factor for Glass (CLFG) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Solar radiation cooling load for glass

What is the formula to find Solar radiation cooling load for glass?
The formula of Solar radiation cooling load for glass is expressed as Solar Radiation Cooling Load for Glass = Maximum Solar Heat Gain Factor*Area of Glass*Shading Coefficient*Cooling Load Factor for Glass. Here is an example- 99915.7 = 618.299786027422*22.2967296001784*0.75*0.83.
How to calculate Solar radiation cooling load for glass?
With Maximum Solar Heat Gain Factor (SHGF), Area of Glass (Ag), Shading Coefficient (SC) & Cooling Load Factor for Glass (CLFG) we can find Solar radiation cooling load for glass using the formula - Solar Radiation Cooling Load for Glass = Maximum Solar Heat Gain Factor*Area of Glass*Shading Coefficient*Cooling Load Factor for Glass.
Can the Solar radiation cooling load for glass be negative?
Yes, the Solar radiation cooling load for glass, measured in Power can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Solar radiation cooling load for glass?
Solar radiation cooling load for glass is usually measured using the Btu (IT) per Hour[Btu/h] for Power. Watt[Btu/h], Kilowatt[Btu/h], Milliwatt[Btu/h] are the few other units in which Solar radiation cooling load for glass can be measured.
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