Carmex Expert

Wood Chips Calculator

The wood chips calculator allows you to quickly calculate the energy cost — PLN/MWh and compare scenarios for different classes: SM1 / SM1W / SM2 / SM3D / SM3 / SM4. After selecting a class, the tool automatically fills in typical values and shows quality limits, including minimum and maximum moisture, maximum ash content, permitted fines below 3.15 mm, minimum share of the main fraction 3.15–63 mm, and chlorine content. The results are indicative — final parameters and settlements are always confirmed for a specific batch based on the COA, after verification of logistics and unloading conditions.

Installation parameters

Energy estimate based on power (MWh/year)

Wood chip and billing parameters

This is an indicative calculator for fuel and cost planning. Wood chip quality (SM1–SM4) affects moisture, ash and fine fraction, among other factors, which translates into MWh/t and OPEX costs.

Results (indicative)

Total fuel cost + fuel OPEX / year
Wood chip consumption (t/year)
Energy in fuel (MWh/year)
Useful energy (MWh/year)
Unit cost (PLN/useful MWh)
Daily consumption (t/day)
Ash (t/year, estimate)
Effective fuel price (PLN/t) including logistics and handling