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Utility 05

Rectangular duct velocity

Calculate face area and average air velocity for a rectangular duct. Area = width × height ÷ 144; velocity = CFM ÷ area.

CFM
inches
inches
DUCT RESULT
Face areaft²
Average velocityFPM

Average face velocity is a preliminary check. Pressure loss, noise, fittings, leakage, and actual velocity profile require separate evaluation.