Modulating Gas

Furnaces
Presentation by Chris Tyler & Max
Rozvodovskiy
 Learning Objectives

DEFINE MODULATED EXPLAIN HOW EXPLORE ADVANTAGES DISCUSS CHALLENGES

HEAT MODULATING GAS
FURNACES WORK
 • Minimizes energy use
• Produces the right amount of
heat for comfort
• Outstanding efficiency

4 good reasons to invest in A modulating furnace. (2019, January 8). https://www.henrysserviceall.com/4-good-

reasons-to-invest-in-a-modulating-furnace
• Integrated Furnace Control (IFC)
• Modulating Gas Valve
• Variable Capacity Blower Motor
• constantly receives information
from the thermostat regarding indoor
temperature.
• determines the most efficient
settings and speeds for the
modulating gas valve and variable-
capacity blower
• These Speeds are determined by t-
stat set point(s).

Lady, A. A. (2013, March 28). Modulating furnace: Tops in efficiency, but how does it work?
Amarillo Air Conditioning | Air Conditioner Experts | HVAC Services Texas.
https://blog.amarilloair.com/2013/03/28/modulating-furnace/
• When a call for heat is received from IFC board the
modulating gas valve opens 100 percent.
• This fills the combustion chamber, and the gas is ignited.
• Upon reaching adequate temperature, the t-stat signals the
IFC to reduce flow of gas.
• This flow of gas is based on the actual heating needs inside
your home.
• Precisely regulates the volume of heated
airflow through the duct system.
• As the Modulating Gas Valve heats the
furnace, our motor powers on low speed.
• Motor then slowly ramps up to meet real-
time heating requirements.
• Continuously adjust to real time heating
requirements.
• Use substantially less electricity than
traditional blowers.
 How do
Modulating Gas
Furnaces
Compare to
Single and Two
stage Heating?
 Modulating Gas Valve
Helps the Furnace stick close to target
temperatures, lowers temperature swing.

Variable-Speed Blower Motor

Offers continuous airflow for effective air
filtration and comfort. Less noise as well.

Secondary Heat Exchanger

Scavenges heat energy from combustion gases
which allows for fuel to be used more efficiently.
With AFUE Ratings of up to 98 percent not only do you use less energy, but annual costs are lowered SIGNIFICANTLY!
With Variable Speeds and a Modulating Gas valve your house can be kept within 1 degree of desired
thermostats set point.
Modulating Furnaces have the
capability to adjust heating
and fan outputs based of
outside weather.
Average costs for the Furnace and
Installation can be anywhere from
$5,000 to $7,500.
 Modulating Gas Valve
Helps the Furnace stick close to target
temperatures, lowers temperature swing.

Variable-Speed Blower Motor

Offers continuous airflow for effective air
filtration and comfort. Less noise as well.

Secondary Heat Exchanger

Scavenges heat energy from combustion gas which
allows for fuel to be used more efficiently.
 •Lower Operating • Initial Costs of the
Costs Furnace
•Improved Overall • Installation Costs
Comfort
•Superior Air Quality
•Weather Intuition
Pros and cons of a modulating furnace - HVAC BOSS. (2021, February 8). HVAC Boss. https://hvac-
boss.com/heating/pros-and-cons-of-a-modulating-furnace/
Thank you for your time
and attention.