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Circulation Pump Selection: A Real-World Case Study

Mar. 30, 2025

<span style="font-size: 18px;">Complete Guide to Circulation Pump Selection for Underfloor Heating</span>

Circulation Pump Selection: A Real-World Case Study

Why Circulation Pump Selection Matters

A mismatched pump can lead to:

  • Cold spots from insufficient flow

  • Higher energy bills from overpowered pumps

  • Premature wear on pipes and components

Key Factors for Circulation Pump Selection

1. Flow Rate Calculation

G = 3.6 × Q / (C × (Tg - Th))
Where:
Q = 1.2 × 1.2 × q × A (kW)
q = Heat demand (60 kcal/m²)
A = Floor area (m²)

2. Head Pressure Requirements

Hf = λ × (L/D) × (V²/2g)
ΔP = 102 × (G/KV0.01)²

Case Study: 120m² Home in Beijing

System Configuration

  • Condensing boiler + 6-loop underfloor heating

  • Supply/return temperatures: 50℃/40℃

  • Pipe length: 140m (25mm diameter)

Step 1: Flow Rate Calculation

Q = 1.2 × 1.2 × 60 × 120 = 12 kW
G = 3.6 × 12 / (4.1868 × 10) = 1.032 m³/h

Step 2: System Resistance Analysis

Frictional loss: 0.235m
Local loss: 0.156m
Total resistance: 4.29mH₂O

Step 3: Pump Performance Comparison

Pump Head
Flow RangeRecommendation

5m

0.55-1.05 m³/h

Insufficient capacity

6m

0.6-1.45 m³/h

Optimal selection

7m

0.65-1.8 m³/h

Overpowered


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