Bryant Furnace Model Number Breakdown

Do you know what size your air conditioner is? In the world of building science, you'll hear a lot of talk about why.

Briefly, they may not dehumidify as well, short-cycling wears them out quicker, and your home will probably be less comfortable if the air conditioner is too big. But to know if your AC is oversized, first you have to know what size it is.

I need a age of a Bryant gas furnace Serial # 54056C08 Model. CARRIER/BRYANT/DNP First four Serial Numbers=week and year.

( Note: This article is about finding the size of your existing AC, not determining what size you need.) Look for the label The good news is that most HVAC manufacturers make it easy to determine the nominal capacity of your air conditioner. It's in the model number. Go outside and find the outdoor unit, that metal noisemaker hidden away on the side or the back of the house. It'll look something like the one you see above, although maybe not quite so decrepit as that one.

Then find the lable that gives the data about your AC. It'll look like the image below.

Up near the top of the label, you see the model number (M/N) and serial number (S/N). The model number is where you can find the number you're looking for. Not all manufacturers do this, but most will give you a 2 or 3 digit section that tells you how many thousands of BTU/hour your air conditioner can move out of your home. The first section in the model number gives you info about the type and efficiency of the unit you're looking at. In the case of this Lennox model (which, by the way, is not from the outdoor unit shown at the top of this article), the 13HPX tells you it's a heat pump with an efficiency rating of 13 SEER.

The digits you need Just past that string of 5 characters, though, is the part that tells you the nominal size: 048. That means the air conditioner—or heat pump in cooling mode in this case—has a nominal capacity of 48,000 BTU/hour. I say nominal because the. The numbers you'll see on residential air conditioners and heat pumps are: M/N Tons 018 1.5 024 2 030 2.5 036 3 042 3.5 048 4 060 5 The 3 digits in the model number tell you the nominal capacity in thousands of BTU/hr. Since each 12,000 BTU/hr is equivalent to 1 ton of air conditioner capacity, it's easy to figure out how many tons of nominal capacity your AC has. Pretty simple, eh?

Related Articles NOTE: Comments are moderated. Your comment will not appear below until approved. Prestons will give you good data on units prior to 2005. Worth the cost if you work in the replacement market. I wouldn't worry as much about replacement windows changing the loads as I would the potential to improve performance by fixing the duct system. Correct sizing, correct construction, and sealing. If you are investing 6-15K for a new HVAC unit - another 1-3K for an effective distribution system is very reasonable.

It will do more for comfort than a round of replacement windows that cost more. Allison - nice topic, which as you know leads to others. First the SEER 13 designation.

The prefix designation applies to the whole family (series) of air conditioners from a 1.5 ton unit up to a 5 ton unit. In the case of 13 it probably designates the lowest SEER in the group. If it is a higher number however, the (16 to 30) rating probably only applies to the smallest and most efficient unit. The SEER rating applies to specific combinations of the outdoor unit and the indoor unit. See: ahridirectory.org/ As you know SEER is a flawed comparison tool, EER is often better, see Lastly, It is incumbent on us to not blindly assume that putting in a smaller AC will be better. It depends a lot on the ducts and whether the unit is a single speed machine or has more speeds. I sincerely hope to question the argument that short AC cycles shorten its life.

My system appears set to 3 cycles per hour, controlled by a setting in the thermostat. On hot days, near design conditions, 3 cycles per hour.

On mild days (when all systems are oversized), 3 cycles per hour. This is with Honeywell thermostats which are exceedingly common. I submit you are arguing from what 'everybody knows' rather than valid research. I heartily agree with right sizing equipment and trying to obtain long run times for efficient operation and good humidity removal. Just cannot see that system life is affected.

Thank you for publishing this series and considering this matter. What Proctor said. Nominal SEER ratings can be very misleading. @M.Johnson, cycle settings affect the minimum run-time at part-load conditions. They have little to no affect if AC needs to run longer than the minimum to satisfy the set-point. Selecting a longer minimum run-time (fewer cycles per hour) trades off against tighter temperature control when load is significantly less than capacity. However, if AC is properly sized, a good thermostat should be able to maintain the local temp well within 1 degree F under all load conditions.

How well it can maintain perimeter temps depends on house and duct system. The cycles per hour matter: I still think this probably has no measurable effect on system life. To say short cycling 'wears equipment out quicker' is a perfectly good hypothesis, but a hypothesis needs some kind of experiment to report that as truth.

Another perfectly good hypothesis is 'longer run times wear it out quicker', which at least has some intuition in its favor. I have heard mediocre building advice guys say this. I do not believe that either, but present it as a contrast to the other hypothesis.

My hypothesis: length of cycles has no measurable effect on system life. The equipment is made to do this, so well engineered, that equipment fails for some other reason than simply wearing out.

With the number of design days being far outweighed by the number of cooler days, I think we must accept that short-ish cycles are a fact of life we cannot escape. I really think the equipment is fine with that. Based on my most recent AC install, one can get pretty good humidity removal with 3 not-so-long cycles per hour. I differ from M.

Johnson's view that increased cycle rate does not reduce system life. While I have no hard and fast data as he would like to base his perspective upon, I do have much field experience, and observations I've made while working on residential and commercial HVAC systems. Let's take out a magnifying glass and examine what happens to a residential split system when it first starts up. During the off cycle, oil in the compressor tends to drain off bearing and other close contact areas and collect in the compressor's sump. When the compressor starts, for a brief moment all of these surfaces have insufficient lubrication until an oil film reestablishes on these surfaces. Not much consequence, of course, because this interval is quite short. However over time, the extent of which this short interval contributes to any long term wear and tear depends on how often it occurs.

Next, the compressor, if it is a PSC motor, and the blower and condenser motors, if they are also PSC, undergo 'inrush current' every time they start. Sure, the windings can handle this. The contact points on the contactor can also handle it. But, regarding the latter, a penalty known as an 'arc' is assessed each time those contact points make and break. The more often that happens, the quicker the points will become pitted, fouled, and eventually useless. There is also strain on each of these motors as they instantly attempt to reach rated speed. Now, let's look at the oversized aspect Allison discussed in his blog entry above; how that comes into play concerning what I just discussed should be obvious, if it is true that oversized systems tend to short cycle.

Yes, a well maintained, oversized system can run for years and not encounter major failures. It could also fail sooner than it should for the same reason. The extent of each possibility would require extensive data collection, which I don't see anyone being all that motivated to do. That said, the aspect of physics and entropy lean my view toward short cycling favoring a reduction of expected system life vs.

No difference to prolonging it. I ben getting estimates on my home also. I have 1000 floor square feet. I have hade 2 estimates both said 2.5 ton with number of my vents, judging by my size. I would say u are in range at needing a 3.5 ton i know the guys giving me estimates also both asked what temp i desired on a 100 degree day, cause u can go alittle smaller but it might only pull it down to 76-77 degress on a hot hot day. U dont want that u want to be able to get 70-72 degrees if wanted.but i am no expert just tellin what i was told by them the hvac guys. Bradley - the 'necessary' size for your air conditioner depends on what climate you live in, the insulation, air leakage, and windows of your house.

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The question cannot be answered by the square footage of the house or the number of vents. Find a new contractor who will talk about insulation, windows, etc. Rather than the vents and square footage. All that said unless you live in a very hot place, with a very leaky house, with little or no insulation, with single pane windows, then 2.5 or 3.5 tons will be too big.

This Bryant furnace review will examine the brand’s models, efficiency ratings, features, prices, warranty, and more. Average Price: $3000 – $6000 ➤ Get the BEST Prices on Bryant furnaces: Good: Bryant offers consumers an impressive lineup of propane and gas furnace models. With 87.5% of their natural gas furnace models being ENERGY STAR certified, Canadians can be confident that they will enjoy a high level of energy efficiency, resulting in more money in their pocket, in the form of monthly energy savings. Their limited lifetime heat exchanger warranty gives consumers. Want: Price and efficiency make Bryant a strong competitor in their mid-range priced brand tier. One area they fall short when stacked up against their direct competitors is warranty coverage. Although they offer consumers a limited 10 year parts and limited lifetime heat exchanger, like their high-efficiency central air conditioner warranty plan, they offer consumers no distinction between model tiers.

Whether you are purchasing an entry level efficiency natural gas furnace or an ENERGY STAR premium efficiency high-efficiency natural gas furnace you will receive the same warranty. Other brands like Amana, don’t distinguish between model tiers either but they offer consumers a limited lifetime unit replacement. Difficult to say if Bryant would consider offering distinction between the models, since many consumers are satisfied with a limited lifetime heat exchanger protection. The Bottom Line: Bryant is an affordable solution for consumers looking for a propane or gas furnace in the mid-range priced brand tier. What they lack in warranty coverage compared to other mid-range priced brands, they make up for in fair and reasonable pricing, with a wide range of ENERGY STAR certified natural gas furnace models. Detailed Review Efficiency/AFUE – 9/10 Bryant manufactures a broad range of efficiency levels when it comes to natural gas furnaces. From entry-level, moderate to premium efficiency, Bryant has you covered!

Bryant knows how important efficiency is when it comes to your home heating system and 87.5% of Bryant high efficiency natural gas furnaces are ENERGY STAR certified. An impressive feature that sets them apart from their competition in the mid-range priced brand tier. Efficiency Breakdown:. 7 of 8 models are ENERGY STAR certified. 2 of 8 Bryant models offer entry-level efficiency at 92.1% AFUE. 5 of 8 Bryant models offer high efficiency between 96-97% AFUE.

1 of 8 Bryant models offer premium level efficiency greater than 97% AFUE. Innovative Technology and Additional Features – 8/10 Bryant residential furnaces offer consumers three innovative technologies: Perfect Heat™ technology, Fan On Plus™ technology, and QuietTech™ technology. Each of these technologies is dedicated to enhancing the overall performance of your Bryant home heating system, ensuring consumers receive consistent heating, greater temperature control and reduced operational noise. Innovative Technologies:. Perfect Heat™ technology – consistent home heating with continuous adjustments. This technology is responsive to temperature changes. Fan On Plus™ technology – this innovative technology allows consumers to select the fan speed for their natural gas furnace, providing greater control and efficiency.

QuietTech™ technology – decreases operational noise of your Bryant gas-fired furnace. Igniter PerfectLight ™ – eliminates the need for a pilot light Additional Features:.

Insulated cabinet. Dual heat exchanger. ECM motor.varies depending on the Bryant residential furnace model you select. Pricing – 7/10.The pricing listed below is intended as a general guideline only. Pricing may vary according to installation factors, city or region, the company or distributor you deal with, etc. Bryant falls within the mid-range priced brand tier with propane and gas furnaces starting from $3000-$6000. Bryant is equally matched with the following mid-range priced brands: Rheem, Amana and American Standard.

Value: Bryant propane and gas furnaces provide consumers with great value for their money. All but one model of Bryant’s high-efficiency natural gas furnace models are ENERGY STAR certified.

Many consumers see a positive return on their initial investment in the form of energy savings thanks to Bryant’s commitment to energy efficiency. Warranty – 8/10 Not one to play favourites, Bryant affords the same warranty protection to all of it’s high-efficiency natural gas furnaces, regardless of whether you purchase an economy-priced, mid-range priced or premium priced model. A furnace’s heat exchanger is an expensive repair for a natural gas furnace. Bryant understands the need to protect your investment and their limited lifetime heat exchanger warranty protection gives consumers added peace of mind. Warranty Breakdown:. Limited lifetime heat exchanger.

Limited 10 year parts.