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Heat pump power usage refers to the electrical power consumed by a heat pump system to produce a certain amount of heat output. It is calculated using the Coefficient of Performance (COP), which measures the efficiency of the heat pump.
The calculator uses the power formula:
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Explanation: The formula demonstrates the relationship between the heat output, power input, and efficiency of a heat pump system. A higher COP indicates better efficiency and lower power consumption for the same heat output.
Details: Accurate power calculation is essential for energy efficiency assessment, system sizing, operational cost estimation, and environmental impact evaluation of heat pump systems.
Tips: Enter heat output in kW and COP as a dimensionless value. Both values must be positive numbers (heat output > 0, COP > 0).
Q1: What is a typical COP value for heat pumps?
A: Typical COP values range from 2.5 to 5.0 for air-source heat pumps and can be higher for ground-source systems, depending on operating conditions.
Q2: How does outdoor temperature affect COP?
A: COP generally decreases as outdoor temperature drops for air-source heat pumps, while ground-source systems maintain more consistent COP values.
Q3: Why calculate power usage for heat pumps?
A: Power calculation helps in understanding energy consumption, operating costs, and environmental impact of heat pump operation.
Q4: Can this calculator be used for cooling mode?
A: Yes, the same formula applies for cooling mode, where heat output would represent the heat removed from the space.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation provides theoretical power usage. Actual consumption may vary due to system efficiency, operating conditions, and other factors.