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  • August 15, 2016 at 7:01 am #207538
    Bill
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    Hello,

    I’m trying to size my ventilation system using inline fans such as the Vortex. Is there a table or rule of thumb for CFM loss throughย ducting? I would be interested in these values for 4″, 6″ and 8″ duct diameter. I may have longer runs, so this will be important.

    Thanks for your help.

    August 15, 2016 at 8:28 am #207549
    Eric Vinje
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    Hi Bill –

    Great question. When setting up a ventilation system we typically figure a 7% loss in CFM for every 25 ft. when using flexible ducting (a 3% loss if using metal duct pipe). You should also factor a 3% loss for every 90 degree bend in your ductwork. Keep in mind that these are ballpark numbers — each system is unique and actual numbers may vary.

    The following post should also help:

    https://www.planetnatural.com/forums/topic/setting-up-air-cooled-grow-light/

    Good luck!

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