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How do you determine the tonnage of a Tempstar?
For Tempstar, you should look for two numbers in the middle of the model number that are divisible by 6 or 12, and represent the nominal BTU of the system in thousands. A ton of air conditioning equals 12,000 BTU, and 30 divided by 12 equals 2.5, so the data plate below indicates the system is 3 tons.
How do I tell what ton my unit is?
Find the model number. Within this string of letters and numerals, you should find an even, two-digit number. The possibilities on residential units range from 18 to 60. Divide the number by 12 (which represents 12,000 Btu/hr, or one ton of cooling capacity) to get your AC unit’s tonnage.
How do I read my Tempstar furnace model number?
The first two numbers of the serial number, after a single letter, are the year of manufacture of a Tempstar furnace. So the data plate for the Tempstar furnace shown below indicates it was manufactured in 2015. Sometimes the date is also listed nearby.
How many tons is a 80000 BTU furnace?
4-ton
In terms of tonnage, an 80,000 BTU gas furnace is typically a 4-ton unit.
What size is my carrier furnace?
For Carrier, you should look for the 7th and 8th digits, or maybe 8th and 9th digits, of the model number. It will be a number divisible by 6 or 12, and represents the nominal BTU of the system in thousands.
How do you convert BTU to tons?
Convert BTU To Ton: How Many BTU In A Ton? (12,000 BTU)
- 1 ton is equal to 12,000 BTUs.
- 1 Ton = 12,000 BTU.
- Tons x 12,000 = Number of BTUs.
- Number of BTUs / 12,000 = Tons.
What size furnace do I need for a 3000 sq ft home?
Chart For Furnace Tonnages And BTUs For 500 – 3,000 Sq Ft Houses
| House Size (Sq Ft): | Furnace Size (in BTUs): | Furnace Size (in Tons): |
|---|---|---|
| 2800 sq ft home | 126,000 BTU furnace | 10.5 tons furnace |
| 2900 sq ft home | 130,500 BTU furnace | 10.9 tons furnace |
| 3000 sq ft home | 135,000 BTU furnace | 11.3 tons furnace |