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May 14
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By: John Fabian

The Integrated Part Load Value (IPLV) is a performance characteristic developed by the
Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). It is most commonly used to
describe the performance of a chiller capable of capacity modulation. Unlike an EER
(Energy Efficiency Ratio) or COP (coefficient of performance), which describes the efficiency
at full load conditions, the IPLV is derived from the equipment efficiency while operating at
various capacities. Since a chiller does not always run at 100% capacity, the EER or COP is
not an ideal representation of the typical equipment performance. The IPLV is a very
important value to consider since it can affect energy usage and operating costs throughout
the lifetime of the equipment. Energy codes such as ASHRAE Standard 90.1 specifies
minimum values for the equipment.

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The IPLV is calculated using the efficiency of the equipment while operating at capacities of
100%, 75%, 50%, and 25%. For the purpose of chiller equipment, the operational conditions
are shown in Table 3 of AHRI Standard 550/590-2003. A water cooled chiller, for example,
is required to run at a 44F evaporator LWT with a flow rate of 2.4 gpm/ton. The condenser
EWT will vary depending on the part load capacity utilizing a 3.0 gpm/ton flow rate. If a
chiller is designed to operate at different conditions than specified in Table 3, including lower
water temperature or different flow rate, the efficiency is called a NPLV (non-standard part
load value). Both of these ratings can be calculated using the following equation:
IPLV (or NPLV) = 0.01A+0.42B+0.45C+0.12D
Where:
A = COP or EER @ 100% Load
B = COP or EER @ 75% Load
C = COP or EER @ 50% Load
D = COP or EER @ 25% Load
The derivation of this equation is extensive and includes various assumptions which create a
lengthy discussion. For more information refer to Appendix D, AHRI 550/590-2011.

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24 Comments
Pragya nand says:
April 16, 2015 at 8:02 am

any one tell me ..

how to calcute the minimum inside temperature can be maintain with chilled water system @
evaporator side at 54 F (chilled water in) / 44 F (chilled water out).
plz help me

mdw@kcpl.net.in says:
April 2, 2015 at 5:20 am

Can anybody tell me if some chiller is not delieverng capacity at 100% say requirement 325 TR

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George Hernandez says:

December 9, 2014 at 12:49 pm
C o py right 2 0 1 5 | P o w e re d by W o rdP re s s | im print t he m e by m udThe m e s

What is the definition of PPLV??? I have a chiller selection with 3 ratings, IPLV, NPLV and
PPLV. Im familiar with IPLV ans NPLV, not PPLV

zamree says:
May 24, 2014 at 9:30 am

IPLV & NPLV is depend on application of No of chiller Compressor to usage, EWT/LWT &
Related to condensing in out temperature.Normally IPLV efficient almost at 100% at chilled
water 44/54F & at 97F LWT condenser., not at Part load.
For fact with use 1 unit bigger compressor capacity IPLV doesnt real shown efficiency were
within Part Load the compressor amp is not down due to a huge motor KW selected cause the
RPM still remain at 2900 but chilled water is already reach 44/54F,IPLV & NPLV is depend on
temperature were condenser temperature from 65F to 97F(100%)
With condensing Temperature from 65 to 97F The table data shown is confuse.
Condensing temperature for tropical area almost 87/97F consistent.. It cant at 65F.
Selected lower IPLV for Higher efficiency is good at only 100%,but must consider on
application,usage of building, no of compressor.I think for good practice for energy saving
multiple compressor is the answer not a single one.

quyume says:
February 18, 2014 at 1:58 pm

1. the evaporator side at 54 F (chilled water in) / 44 F (chilled water out).On the condenser side
in both the modes 100 F (condenser water in)/90 F (condenser water out).
2. the evaporator side at 54 F (chilled water in) / 44 F (chilled water out).On the condenser side
in both the modes 95 F (condenser water in)/85 F (condenser water out).
which option give more efficiency ? what is the basic of selecting condenser for better
efficiency?
pls let me know

bharat bhushan says:

January 22, 2014 at 11:11 am

i have to select one chilling machine from two having IPLV 0.33 and .49, which one is more
efficient. please suggest.
thanks

yasin says:
December 5, 2013 at 8:35 am

thanks

Sagar says:
November 6, 2013 at 1:12 pm

Can any one let know the formula or thumb rule for pressure drop for evaporator and condenser
for 300 TR water cooled screw chiller with 7/12 degree Celsius & 32/36 degree Celsius. Thanks

Ernie Tolentino says:

August 29, 2013 at 4:09 pm

The ASHRAE NPLV based on COP = 3.517/(NPLV based on Kw/ton) since

NPLV based on Kw/Ton = 1/((.01/A)+(0.42/B)+(0.45/C)+(o.12/D))
Where A = kw/ton at 100% capacity
B = kw/ton at 75% capacity
C = kw/ton at 50% capacity
D = kw/ton at 25% capacity

Ernie Tolentino says:

August 29, 2013 at 2:45 pm

COP = 12000/(Kw/ton x 3412) = 3.517/(kw/ton)

1 Ton = 12000 Btu/hr per ton

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1 Kw = 3412 Btu/hr

E Tolentino says:
August 29, 2013 at 2:10 pm

Kw/Ton = 12000/COP x 3412) = 3.517/COP

RAMON says:
August 16, 2013 at 2:47 pm

No logro entender los conceptos IPLV NPLV PARA QUE SIRVEN

Wasfi says:
January 23, 2013 at 4:43 am

Lower kW/ton that means higher efficiency,IPLV and NPLV both are the reciprocal of COP or
efficiency.
Regards

Glen says:
August 10, 2012 at 7:12 pm

Amit, I would leave the chiller water temperture at a constant 44 degrees and use a mixing
valve to control the higher temperature water for your chilled beams. You will also be better off if
you can keep the condenser water below design. However you cant go too long. I would speak
to your rep because depending on your chiller low condenser water temp can cause issues.

Ray Hickey says:

May 22, 2012 at 10:01 am

IPLV or IEER (newest)

The lower the kw/ton or the higher the EER equals the highest efficiency.

Hernando says:
April 13, 2012 at 6:21 pm

In the IPVL, the coefficients are specific for each climatic zone conditions?.
These are the percentage of time that the chiller operate at each load?.
Analizing the indoor and outdoor temperature can I derive these coefficients?.
Regards,
Nando

Amit Kumar says:

April 13, 2012 at 3:12 pm

Dear All,
Very Good Morning,
In one of my projects I am facing one difficulty. Here I have to use chiller in two modes i.e Mode
(1)on the evaporator side at 60.8 F (chilled water out) / 68 F (chilled water in) and Mode (2)on
the evaporator side at 54 F (chilled water in) / 44 F (chilled water out).On the condenser side in
both the modes 96 F (condenser water in)/89 F (condenser water out). Now my question is that
in both the modes can we use the same in /out temp in condenser end or we have to modulate
the same to get the desired temp at diffrent modes of the screw chiller ?
Mode(1)of chiller is being used to feed chilled water to the chilled beams and Mode(2)is used to
feed chilled water to the AHUs for conventional system.
And how does tower relief will help to get the desired result without effecting much on the
efficiency end ?
Outside wet bulb temp is 83 F.
Mode(1)generates 160 TR and Mode(2)generates 240 TR.
What is the minimum temp the condenser should go to get the desired result ?
Can anyone please help regarding the above issues ? I will be available on the below
mentioned mail and contact no.
Regards,
Amit Kumar
mail.voltas@gmail.com
+919910498934

Calvin Li says:
April 10, 2012 at 3:34 am

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Dear Bill,
Will the weighting of the COP of the formula be changed for different geographic area? Where
could these weighting be found?

Bill says:
April 8, 2012 at 12:58 pm

Robert, yes, water conditions will affect part load performance. Contact your local rep to get
chiller efficiency curves for your particuliar application. At a minimum, they will need to know
your design conditions: Capacity, entering and leaving CW Temp, entering and leaving
condenser temp, and % glycol in either evap or condenser loop (if any). If you are wondering
about an existing chiller, youll want to provide the model and serial number too.
Another important factor is if you want the analysis done using tower relief, which lowers the
tower temperature as the chiller unloads. This assumes the chiller unloading typically coincides
with lower OA wet bulb temperatures. There are AHRI standard values that are typically used
for tower relief.
Heres a link to a document that explains AHRI tower relief, along with additional info on IPLV /
NPLV:
http://trane.com/commercial/library/vol281/en_28-01.pdf

Robert says:
March 4, 2012 at 7:10 pm

will the leaving chilled water temperature(LCHT) and the entering condensing water
temperature (ECWT) affect the part load performance? if yes, what are the other neccesary
data to get chiller curve?
I am more interested in chiller curves. Hope you can help me.

Bill says:
February 23, 2012 at 8:47 pm

The units for IPLV are KW/Ton, which is (energy input / energy output). Thus Lower IPLV =
Higher Efficiency!

FAYAZ says:
February 6, 2012 at 12:48 pm

yes, the higher the value of IPLV, the better the efficiency.

Hans Viggaard says:

January 30, 2012 at 1:46 am

The higher IPLV, the more energy efficient.

Hans

Bruce says:
January 27, 2012 at 10:18 am

Concerning IPLV, the higher the value indicate better efficiency or poorer?
Thanks,
Bruce

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