Indoor Ventilation Capacity (CFM] Calculator

Ventilation Calculator, Required Airflow (CMH] by Space, and Fan Selection Guide

We calculate the optimal ventilation rate for a comfortable indoor environment by considering the area and purpose of the space. From general homes to humid bathrooms and smoky restaurant kitchens, check the required airflow (CMH] tailored to the characteristics of the space and select the appropriate ventilation fan specifications.

Ventilation volume calculation formula

Ventilation volume is calculated by multiplying the total volume of the space by the 'number of ventilations' required per hour.

Calculation of spatial volume
Volume (m³] = Area (㎡] × Ceiling height (m]
Calculation of Required Ventilation Capacity
Ventilation Rate (CMH] = Space Volume (m³] × Number of Ventilations per Space (times/h]

CMH (Cubic Meter per Hour] is a standard unit representing the volume of air discharged or drawn in per hour.


Detailed Guide to Calculator Input Items

Please check the items below to calculate the airflow accurately.

1. Selection of space usage

The recommended hourly ventilation rate varies depending on the level of pollutants generated in areas such as bathrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, and kitchens. Please select the item that suits your purpose.

2. Input construction area and floor height

Enter the floor area and ceiling height of the space to be ventilated. As the ceiling height increases, the total volume of air increases, so a larger capacity ventilation fan is required.

3. Check result (CMH/CFM]

Select a fan with specifications slightly larger than the calculated recommended airflow. It is recommended to leave a margin of 10 to 20 percent to account for duct resistance.


Recommended Ventilation Frequency Standards by Space

Space usage Ventilation rate (times/h] Recommended airflow per pyeong Major sources of pollution
Living room / Living room 5 ~ 10 30 ~ 60 carbon dioxide, fine dust
General office / cafe 15 ~ 20 100 ~ 200 Body odor, office equipment heat
Bathroom / Toilet 20 ~ 30 300 ~ 500 Moisture, odor, and mold prevention
Commercial Kitchen / Butcher Shop 40 ~ 60 1000 more Cooking smoke, fine dust, oil vapor

Expert Practical Know-how & Checklist

Here are practical field tips to maximize ventilation performance.

  • The Importance of Air Intake

    Fresh air must enter to the same extent as air is expelled. If air is not drawn in through door gaps or windows, the ventilation fan's performance will rapidly deteriorate.

  • Duct (piping] length and bends

    The longer the piping is or the more 90-degree bends it makes, the greater the resistance (static pressure], which reduces the airflow. It is most advantageous to install it as short and straight as possible.

  • High-pressure ventilation fan selection

    In places like apartments or villas that use shared exhaust vents, backdrafts and resistance are severe, so it is recommended to use a powerful, high-pressure dedicated ventilation fan.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ]

  • Q. What is the difference between CMH and CFM?
  • A. CMH stands for cubic meters per hour (m³/h], and CFM stands for cubic feet per minute (ft³/min]. Typically, 1 CFM is converted to approximately 1.7 CMH.
  • Q. How to reduce ventilation fan noise?
  • A. Rather than running a product with too small a capacity at maximum speed, operate a product with a large capacity at a low speed or choose a low-noise model equipped with a damper.