Gas Rate Calculator
Free tool from FC Training Academy. Work out heat input from a meter test and check it against the data plate.
Gas Rate Test Timer
Test duration
Take the start reading, press Start, and take the end reading when the alarm sounds.
Calculate Gas Heat Input
Enter the appliance's rated net heat input to check tolerance
Using CV: 38.76 MJ/m³ | Ratio: 1.11
Net heat input (rated 18 kW)
17.46 kW
Volume (m³)
0.0600
Flow (m³/h)
1.80
Gross kW
19.38
Data plate comparison
Within tolerance (-3.0%)Natural gas CV 38.76 MJ/m³ / 1040 Btu/ft³, ratio 1.11. LPG CV 93.2 MJ/m³ / 2500 Btu/ft³, ratio 1.09. For guidance only — always refer to current Gas Safe technical standards.
Combustion Ratio Check (CO/CO₂)
Enter the flue gas analyser readings and the ratio limit from the manufacturer's instructions (MI).
CO/CO₂ ratio
0.0009
Ratio = CO ÷ (CO₂ × 10,000). Always refer to the appliance manufacturer's instructions for the applicable limit.
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Tolerance shown is the common +5% / -10% of the rated net input. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for the appliance.
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