Interactive Air flow

Discover how air moves through an HVAC system. Click the components to learn how airflow affects comfort, efficiency, and system performance.

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HVAC Technician

Airflow Fundamentals

Why 400 CFM per ton matters, and what a dirty filter really does

Return grille room air in Air handler Filter Blower Evap coil coil 40°F Supply registers return 75°F supply 55°F 0.50" w.c.
1200CFM
Airflow actually moving
400CFM/ton
Target 350 to 450
20°F
Delta-T (return minus supply)
0.50" w.c.
Total external static
Healthy
System reading

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Why It Matters

Even a perfectly charged air conditioner won't perform properly without good airflow. Understanding how air moves through a system is essential for diagnosing problems and keeping HVAC equipment running efficiently.

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