The sheet must automatically compute:
: Without specific third-party plugins, you must still manually find and move data into your Excel spreadsheets. Verdict
A standard workflow using the ASHRAE Excel database:
: Some users note that it doesn't cover every possible custom fitting, forcing engineers to approximate. Expert Perspectives Reviewers on forums like Reddit's MEPEngineering
| Template Name | Source | Key Feature | Price Range | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Carrier (User forums) | Integrates with Carrier HAP load files | Free (Community) | | Elite DuctSize Excel Add-in | Elite Software | Full ASHRAE fitting database + CAD export | $199+ | | Engineering Pro Guides - Fitting DB | Engineering Pro Guides | Tutorial + pre-loaded 500+ fittings | $49 |
To use the database, follow these steps: