An air-cooled condenser has an expected U value of 30 W/m2∙K based on the airside. The condenser is to transfer 60 kW with an airflow rate of 15 kg/s entering at 35°C. If the condensing temperature is to be 48°C, what is the required airside area in m2?

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An air-cooled condenser has an expected U value of 30 W/m2∙K based on the airside. The condenser is to transfer 60 kW with an airflow rate of 15 kg/s entering at 35°C. If the condensing temperature is to be 48°C, what is the required airside area in m2?

 
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