Water Heater Sizing Calculator Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Spec accurate hot water systems for residential and commercial plumbing projects
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Why people use Water Heater Sizing Calculator
Water Heater Sizing Calculator for Solving Plumbing Spec Errors
With this Connector, you just tell your agent the occupancy and the fuel type. It handles the math for FHR requirements and tank capacities instantly. You get a precise spec ready for your plans without ever having to leave your chat interface. It turns a tedious engineering task into a quick conversation.
What Vinkius changes
You get accurate, spec-ready water heating data without doing any manual math.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
Sizing a heater for a multi-family apartment complex
A plumber asks the agent to calculate the FHR for a 20-person building using gas.
- Real-world use case 02
Comparing heat pump vs gas for a commercial audit
An HVAC engineer wants to show a client the energy savings.
- Real-world use case 03
Calculating tank size for a new residential build
A contractor needs to know if a 450-gallon tank is enough for a 20-person occupancy.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete Water Heater Sizing Calculator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Water Heater Sizing Calculator.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through Water Heater Sizing Calculator.
- 01 Capability
Calculate fhr requirement
This capability calculates the required First Hour Rating based on occupant demand and fuel type. It helps ensure the heater can keep up with the building's actual usage.
- 02 Capability
Calculate tank capacity
Use this to find the recommended minimum tank volume in gallons for a specific number of people. It takes the guesswork out of choosing the right size for residential or commercial spaces.
- 03 Capability
Get efficiency comparison
This capability provides a comparison of Energy Factor benchmarks across different technologies. It's great for showing clients the long-term savings of heat pumps over gas.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Water Heater Sizing Calculator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Water Heater Sizing Calculator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_nr7TIpWriAAy32tr1iHsvUpKnQRaTMVuG0hpxPJ7/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Water Heater Sizing Calculator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Water Heater Sizing Calculator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_nr7TIpWriAAy32tr1iHsvUpKnQRaTMVuG0hpxPJ7/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Water Heater Sizing Calculator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Water Heater Sizing Calculator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-sizing-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_nr7TIpWriAAy32tr1iHsvUpKnQRaTMVuG0hpxPJ7/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Sizing Calculator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Water Heater Sizing Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-sizing-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_nr7TIpWriAAy32tr1iHsvUpKnQRaTMVuG0hpxPJ7/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Sizing Calculator
Ask Copilot: "Using Water Heater Sizing Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-sizing-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_nr7TIpWriAAy32tr1iHsvUpKnQRaTMVuG0hpxPJ7/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Sizing Calculator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Water Heater Sizing Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"water-heater-sizing-calculator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_nr7TIpWriAAy32tr1iHsvUpKnQRaTMVuG0hpxPJ7/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Sizing Calculator
Ask Cline: "Using Water Heater Sizing Calculator, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add water-heater-sizing-calculator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_nr7TIpWriAAy32tr1iHsvUpKnQRaTMVuG0hpxPJ7/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Water Heater Sizing Calculator
Ask Claude: "Using Water Heater Sizing Calculator, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Water Heater Sizing Calculator can move forward.
This is for the plumbing contractor who needs to spec systems for a new build and the HVAC engineer who wants to ensure a commercial building meets energy codes without the headache of manual calculations.
Plumbing Contractor
Uses the capability on Tuesday afternoons to quickly size heaters for residential bids so they don't underquote the materials.
HVAC Engineer
Uses the capability to create accurate hot water delivery specs for large commercial projects and energy audits.
Construction Project Manager
Checks tank capacities against building occupancy to ensure the plumbing plan meets local codes.
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Before you connect
Questions about Water Heater Sizing Calculator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Water Heater Sizing Calculator help with commercial building specs?
Yes, it calculates the required tank capacity and FHR for commercial occupancy patterns, ensuring your large-scale projects have enough hot water delivery.
Does the Water Heater Sizing Calculator support different fuel types?
It supports gas, electric, and heat pump technologies, providing specific calculations for each fuel's unique recovery rates.
How does the Water Heater Sizing Calculator determine the FHR?
It uses a combination of occupant demand, usage types, and fuel technology to provide a precise First Hour Rating for your project.
Can I use the Water Heater Sizing Calculator for small residential homes?
Absolutely. It can calculate the exact requirements for small houses based on the number of residents and their typical water usage.
Can the Water Heater Sizing Calculator compare energy efficiency?
Yes, it provides a comparative view of Energy Factor benchmarks, which is perfect for helping clients decide between gas, electric, and heat pump systems.
How do I calculate the required FHR?
Use the calculate_frl_requirement capability by providing the number of occupants, whether the usage is residential or commercial, and the heating fuel type (gas, electric, or heat pump).
What factors affect the tank capacity recommendation?
The recommended capacity is based on the number of occupants and the usage type. Commercial profiles use a higher multiplier to account for more frequent, continuous demand.
Can I compare different fuel types?
Yes, you can use the get_efficiency_comparison capability to see Energy Factor (EF) benchmarks for gas, electric resistance, and heat pump technologies.
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