ACCA Ductulator – Duct Calculation Slide Rule
ACCA Ductulator – Duct Calculation Slide Rule
Book Overview
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- The ACCA Ductulator—officially titled the ACCA Duct Calculation Slide Rule—is a mechanical duct-sizing tool developed by the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA). It is a slide-rule-style calculator designed for HVAC professionals to assist in accurate duct sizing for residential and light commercial air distribution systems, using methods outlined in ACCA Manual D. This tool has been widely used since its introduction and remains a staple in the HVAC industry due to its simplicity, accuracy, and portability.
- Key Aspects:
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- Duct Sizing for Round and Rectangular Ducts
- Quick Manual Calculations
- Adjustable Friction Rate
- Air Velocity Reference
- Equivalent Rectangular Sizing
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- Highlights:
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- Designed to Work with ACCA Manual D
- Lightweight, Portable, Durable
- Helps size ducts to balance efficiency, noise levels, and velocity.
- Useful for fitting ducts into architectural constraints.
Key Features & Benefits
- The ACCA Ductulator is a field‑theoretical tool used in performing ACCA Manual D based duct sizing calculations quickly. Here’s a deep dive into its comprehensive coverage—features, functionality, supported systems, and instruction manual scope.
- The practical application of the ACCA Duct Calculation Slide Rule (Ductulator) is to quickly and accurately size HVAC ductwork in the field or during system design, following the standards in ACCA Manual D. It is used by HVAC professionals—installers, designers, and inspectors—for real-time calculations without the need for software or extensive chart lookups.
- The ACCA Duct Calculation Slide Rule (Ductulator) is a critical tool used to prepare for HVAC licensing and certification exams—especially those involving duct design and system sizing, such as those based on ACCA Manual D.
- The ACCA Duct Calculation Slide Rule is a mechanical, circular slide rule specifically designed for manual duct sizing and airflow calculations in HVAC systems. Its visual and organizational tools are simple but highly effective, making it a practical field tool that aligns with ACCA Manual D procedures.
Book Details
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- Publisher: The Air Conditioning Contractors of America Association, Inc.
- Edition/Release Date: First published in 1990
- ISBN: 978-1892765147
- Format: Paperback / Softbound
Target Audience: Professionals
Pricing & Purchase Information
• Price: $65.99
• Shipping: Free shipping on orders over $250.
• Formats Available: Physical Book
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