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Hot water tank sizing is the process of determining the appropriate capacity for a residential hot water system based on household size and typical Australian hot water usage patterns. Proper sizing ensures adequate hot water supply while maximizing energy efficiency.
The calculator uses the standard Australian formula:
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Explanation: This formula provides a baseline estimate for hot water tank capacity based on Australian standards and typical usage patterns.
Details: Correctly sizing your hot water tank is crucial for energy efficiency, cost savings, and ensuring you have enough hot water for daily needs without unnecessary waste or shortages.
Tips: Enter the number of people in your household and adjust the daily hot water usage value if you have specific knowledge of your household's consumption patterns. The default value of 50L per person represents typical Australian usage.
Q1: Why is the default value 50L per person?
A: This represents the average daily hot water consumption per person in Australian households, based on national energy efficiency standards.
Q2: Should I adjust the daily usage value?
A: You may want to increase this value if your household has higher-than-average hot water usage (e.g., multiple showers per day, frequent bathing) or decrease it for more conservative usage.
Q3: Does this account for peak usage times?
A: This calculator provides a daily average. For peak usage considerations, you may want to add a safety margin of 10-20% to the calculated size.
Q4: Are there different requirements for different water heater types?
A: Yes, storage tanks, instant systems, and heat pump systems have different sizing considerations. This calculator is most appropriate for traditional storage tank systems.
Q5: Does climate affect hot water tank sizing?
A: In cooler Australian regions, you may need a slightly larger tank as incoming water temperature is lower and requires more heating to reach desired temperature.