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Hello,

What is the best way to simulate domestic hot water produced with steam?

Thank you,

Jason Robinet
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Hi Jason,

I usually model it as a natural gas DHW. I then take the efficiency of
the steam boilers and derate the efficiency to account for the
inefficiencies of the heat exchanger and condensate losses. Not sure if
this is the best way though or if anyone else has an idea.

Jordan Bouchard, EIT, LEED AP

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