CSA® F280-12 Residential Heating and Cooling Loads
LoopCAD and HeatCAD provide for easy and accurate CSA F280-12 residential heating and cooling load calculations.
The Professional and MJ8 Editions of these programs have been specifically designed for the latest CSA F280-12 (R2021 Update 3)
standard and have undergone rigorous testing and review to ensure compliance.
Users of the Professional and MJ8 Editions are strongly encouraged to purchase a copy of the CSA F280-12
standard to use in conjunction with the software. Visit shop.csa.ca for purchasing information.
The following highlights key features in the Professional and MJ8 Editions for both LoopCAD and HeatCAD. For a detailed comparison
of features go to to the LoopCAD Features page or the
HeatCAD Features page
Heating Load Calculations
Residential heating loads are calculated according to the CSA F280-12 standard, including component properties, infiltration, mechanical
ventilation, cold partitions and radiant floors.
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Cooling Load Calculations
Full support for CSA F280-12 residential cooling loads including internal loads, infiltration and ventilation loads,
automated orientation for maximum loads, and room CFM estimates.
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Infiltration Air Leakage Loads
Implementation of CSA F280-12 methods for infiltration loads based on shielding, building type and air tightness.
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Clear and Concise Reports
HeatCAD and LoopCAD provide clear, easy to read reports to communicate your design work to clients, homeowners or inspectors. The available reports include:
- CSA Load Summary
- CSA Load Details
- Heating System Summary
- Annex D Summary
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