HVAC Control & Balancing Dampers

Models VCD, MBD and RBD

Selection Construction Performance

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March

2012

HVAC Control and Balancing Dampers

Commercial Control Dampers are used in buildings to regulate the flow of air in a HVAC system. They can be used in intake, exhaust, or mixed air applications. There are two categories of control dampers: Balancing Commercial Control

Balancing

Manual balancing dampers are control dampers that regulate the flow of air but are not intended to be used in applications as a positive shut off or for automatic control. These dampers are shipped with manual hand quadrants, that can be locked in place. There are four balancing damper models available: MBD-10/10M is a single blade MBD-15 is a multi-blade MBDR-50 is a round blade Remote balancing dampers offer the same function as the manual balancing dampers plus the added benefit of the ability to control the damper remotely at the diffuser or wall plate. These remote balancing dampers are ideal for applications where it is difficult to get access to manually adjust the dampers and balance airflow. The Quick Control remote control operates the damper motor by connecting to the wall, ceiling, or diffuser mounted RJ11 connector. There are two balancing damper models available: RBD-10 is a single blade RBDR-50 is a round blade.

* shown with optional standoff bracket

MBD-10 Single Blade

MBD-15
Multi-blade M  eets SMACNA recommended construction requirements

MBDR-50
Round Blade

RBD-10 Single Blade

* Actuator shipped as a kit for field installation

RBDR-50
Round Blade Factory Mounted actuator

Manual and Remote Balancing Dampers

Quick Selection Chart
MBD-10 Blade Profile Material Frame Gauge Bearings Axles Linkage Material Single Blade 3V Round Galvanized 20 (1) 18 (1.3) 16 (1.5) Synthetic Bronze Steel Steel Manual Quadrant Actuator 1 1/2 in. Standoff Bracket 2 in. Standoff Bracket Remote Powered 9 Volt Actuator Minimum Sizing Inches (mm) Maximum Single Section Maximum MultiSection
X = Standard O= Optional

MBD-10M X

MBD-15 X

MBDR-50

RBD-10 X

RBDR-50

X X X X X X X X O X X X O O X O O X X O X O O X 6x4 (152 x 102) 36 x 12 (914 x 305) 8x4 (203 x 102) 36 x 12 (914 x 305) 6x6 (152 x 152) 48 x 60 (1219 x 1524) 96 x 96 (2438 x 2438) 4 (102) 24 (610) 6x4 (152 x 102) 36 x 12 (914 x 305) X X X X X X X

X X X

X X

X 4 (102) 24 (610) -

Velocity
RBD-10 RBDR-50 MBD-10/10M MBD-15 MBDR-50 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000

Pressure
RBD-10 RBDR-50 MBD-10/10M MBD-15 MBDR-50

Feet per Minute (maximum)

Inches wg (maximum)

Remote Balancing Accessories

A wide variety of accessories are available for the RBD and RBDR series. They include: Diffuser connector Wall plates with ports Round wall/ceiling plate with single port Single gang outlet box EZ Balance remote kit Plenum and non-plenum rated cables and Cable connectors. Cable Coupler kit connects multiple cables together. It also is used as a diffuser connector. The kit includes a connector and double sided tape (for mounting to the diffuser). Single Gang Outlet Box

Cables are available with plenum and non-plenum ratings. The plenum rated cable is available in 14, 25 and 50 foot lengths. The non-plenum rated cable is available in 5, 14, 25 and 50 foot lengths.

The EZ Balance hand held remote operates the damper actuator when connected to the diffuser connector or wall/ceiling plate. The EZ Balance remote includes lights that indicate when the damper is open or close as well as a low battery indicator light. The EZ Balance remote kit includes the hand held remote, 5 feet (1524mm) of RJ11 cable and 9 volt battery.

Wall/Ceiling plates are available in round or rectangular. The round wall/ceiling plate kit includes a white or ivory round plate and 1 port. The rectangular wall plates are available in white, ivory, almond or stainless steel. The kits include the wall plate and 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 ports based on requirements. Round Wall Plate

Wall Plates
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Volume Control Dampers- VCD Series

Commercial Control

Commercial control dampers regulate the flow of air in the same manner as manual balancing dampers, in addition they can also be used as a positive shutoff or for automatic control. There are three types of commercial control available: Volume control VCD series Air measuring control AMD and IAQ series Insulated control ICD series Blade Bearing

Manual Quadrant Kit

Shaft Extension

Jamb Seal

Axle Blade Seal Linkage

Frame

Variable Symmetric Blade Design (VSB)

Part of Greenhecks unique approach to damper construction, Variable Symmetric Blade design (VSB) uses two principles to increase damper performance. First, all damper blades are symmetric about their axis. Second, any combination of 4, 5, 6, and 7 in. (102, 127, 152, and 178mm) blade widths are used in a single damper. These two features, part of Greenhecks standard construction, provide the following advantages: Increases Mounting Flexibility - Symmetrical blades have identical operating characteristics regardless of airflow direction. This allows a Greenheck control damper to be mounted in either direction of flow, an advantage when installing with space constraints. Increases Free Area - Traditional damper designs with a single blade width require oversized blade stops, limiting free area when the blades are open (Figure 1). Greenheck is able to reduce or eliminate blade stop height, which maximizes free area, and increases damper performance (Figure 2). Reduces Actuator Torque - If an unsymmetrical blade closes against airflow, a large amount of torque is needed because the air distribution is unbalanced. Greenhecks VSB design balances airflow on each side of a symmetrical blade, reducing the torque required to operate the damper. The use of symmetrical blades has allowed Greenheck to reduce the sizes and quantities of actuators used on dampers (Figure 3).

Free Area

Free Area

Competitor

Greenheck with low prole frame

Figure 1

Figure 2

Airow works against actuator

Airow works against actuator

Actuator Torque Airow works with actuator

Actuator Torque

Unbalanced Blade Requires Higher Torque

Balanced Blade Requires Less Torque

Figure 3

Design and Construction Features

Blades

3V blades are fabricated from a single thickness of 16 ga. (1.5mm) galvanized steel incorporating three longitudinal V-Type grooves running the full length of the blade to increase strength. This blade is standard on models VCD-15, 18, 20, 20V, 23, 23V, and SEVCD-23, designed for low to medium velocity and pressure applications. Airfoil blades are constructed of double skin galvanized steel or heavy gauge extruded aluminum. This blade design presents a lower resistance to airflow and strength that is typically used in high pressure systems. Airfoil blades are standard on models VCD-33, 33V, 34, 40, 42, 42V, 43, 43V and SEVCD-33.

3V Blade

Steel Airfoil Blade

Aluminum Airfoil Blade

Parallel Versus Opposed Blade Operation

Greenheck control dampers are offered with either parallel or opposed blades. Each style has distinguishing characteristics in regard to the type of operation required. Parallel blade operation - This configuration requires the damper blades to rotate in the same direction, parallel to one another. Parallel blade orientation is typically used when the damper operates in two positions, open or close. Opposed blade operation - Adjacent damper blades will rotate opposite one another under opposed blade configuration. Opposed blade configuration is typically used on dampers that modulate airflow.

Parallel Blades

Opposed Blades

Frame
Specifically designed for installation inside ductwork, Greenheck control dampers utilize a 5 in. x 1 in. (127mm x 25mm) hat channel frame made of 16 ga. (1.5mm) steel or 0.125 in. (3mm) aluminum. Each frame is built with four separate pieces of material and joined by our Tog-L-Loc process with the following advantages:  Rigid frame - When two pieces of 16 ga. (1.5mm) steel are joined by the Tog-L-Loc system, the joint has an equivalent thickness of 10 ga. (3.5mm) steel.
Tog-L-Loc Reinforced Corner

Increased corrosion resistance -The high temperatures from welding will remove the galvanized finish from damper frames. As the Tog-L-Loc process doesnt use heat, Greenheck damper frames have greater corrosion resistance by retaining the galvanized coating.

Optimal free area - On all dampers that are 17 in. (432mm) high or less, Greenheck uses a low profile top and bottom frame section to maximize free area. Square frame - Many damper manufacturers construct each frame from a single piece of sheet metal, formed into shape by bending at three corners and spot welding in one. This type of construction can produce weak corners that are not necessarily 90, resulting in a frame that is out of square. Symptoms of out-of-square frames include blades that do not close properly and reduced leakage performance. Using four separate frame components (top, bottom, and two sides), Greenhecks Tog-L-Loc process results in four sturdy, 90 joints. This ensures that each Greenheck damper is square and provides optimum performance in the field.

Frame Options:

Channel Frame (standard) Single Flange Single Reverse Flange Double Flange Quick Connect (VCD-43, -43V; ICD series)

Standard Frame

Single Flange (actuator side)

Double Single Reverse Flange Flange (opposite actuator)

Quick Connect

Design and Construction Features

Linkage

Traditional damper linkages are found in the airstream, adding to the pressure drop of the damper blades and frame. Greenheck control dampers have blade linkage concealed in the frame to prevent additional pressure drop. With standard plated steel construction (stainless steel optional), the linkage is engineered to accurately control each and every blade without need for adjustment.

No Top or Bottom
Greenhecks control dampers are designed for installation in any position with the blades horizontal. As shown in the drawing at the right, the damper can be turned over so the actuator is on the left or right side.

Multi-Section Dampers
Each of Greenhecks VCD control dampers have a maximum size for a single damper section or panel. These sections vary from 48 in. x 60 in. (1219mm x 1524mm) to 60 in. x 74 in. (1524mm x 1880mm). Dampers larger than a single section will be made up of equal size sections which, depending upon model and size, may be shipped as a single complete assembly or as separate sections for field assembly. Most multi-section damper assemblies are supplied with a factory installed jackshaft so all sections operate together. Models VCD-15 and VCD-18 utilize a field-installed crossover bracket to connect adjacent sections.

Factory Installed Jackshaft

Field Installed Crossover Bracket

Damper assemblies (larger than one section) are not designed to be structurally self-supporting. Additional horizontal bracing is recommended to support the weight of the damper and vertical bracing should be installed if required to hold against system pressure.

Options and Accessories

Paint Finishes

Wide variety of paint finishes are available including: Anodize Baked Enamel Epoxy Hi Pro Polyester Industrial Epoxy Kynar/Hylar Permatector We offer standard colors that are available for fans and louvers.
Sleeve

Factory Sleeve Option

Greenheck control dampers are available in factory furnished sleeves in lengths up to 48 in. (1219mm). Sleeves are constructed out of 10 through 20 ga. (3.25 through 0.91 mm) galvanized steel. When dampers are installed in factory sleeves, the A dimension specifies the location of damper within the sleeve.
Damper Location Damper

D*

C L Damper Frame L

D*+ 2 in. sq.

One Piece Retaining Angles

Greenheck's one piece retaining angle, the POC (literally named for being a Piece of Cake) makes control damper installation a breeze. The POC angle is designed by riveting four pieces together at the corners to form one piece. When installed the angle simply wraps around the sleeve of the damper and fastens in place.

Transitions
Greenheck control dampers can be supplied with the appropriate transition option in applications where dampers require installation in round or oval openings. Rectangular dampers are constructed 0, 1 inch (25mm), or 2 inches (51mm) larger than the dimensions provided and installed in a factory sleeve. The sleeve is transitioned at each end to the appropriate round, oval, or rectangular size.

Type O

Type R

Type C

Transition options available

Security Bars
When security becomes an issue, Greenheck offers optional factory installed security bars. Security bars are factory welded into a 10 ga. (3.5mm) sleeve.

Open Close Indicator - OCI

The OCI option provides two switches to indicate damper position. One set of contacts close when the damper blades are at their open position and the other set to close when the damper blades are at their closed position. The switches are physically linked to a damper blade and therefore give a true representation of the dampersposition.
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Wide Range of Actuators

Greenheck has a wide range of manual, electric, and pneumatic actuators for use with our control dampers. Actuators can be installed at the factory or shipped loose with the necessary linkage and brackets required for mounting. Each damper and actuator is cycle tested in our factory before the final product is shipped, ensuring Greenheck quality and trouble free operation in the field.

Manual Hand Quadrant See Figure 5

Location Internal or external

Electric Actuator Checklist See Figures 6 & 7

Power Supply 24 Vdc, 24 Vac, 120 Vac, and 240 Vac Frequency Operation Spring Return (spring will drive damper to original starting point) Power Open or Power Closed

Figure 5 Manual Quadrant

Operating Mode  Modulating (damper position determined by modulating control signal) Floating (damper can be stopped anywhere between open and closed) Two position (damper position is open or closed) Fail Direction (for spring return only) Open or Closed Location
Internal or External

Figure 6 Electric-External Mount

Control Signal (for modulating only) 0-10 Vdc, 2-10 Vdc or 4-20 mAdc NEMA Enclosure 1, 3, 4, 4X, or 7 (specify one for specific application) Accessories Auxiliary Switches Transformers
Greenhecks most commonly used electric actuator manufacturers are Honeywell, Siemens, and Belimo. Call your Greenheck representative for other options.

Pneumatic Actuator Checklist See Figure 8

Power Supply 20 psi
Figure 7 Electric-Internal Mount

Operation Spring Return (spring will drive damper to original starting point) Operating Mode Modulating (damper position determined by modulating pressure signal) Two Position (damper position is open or closed) Fail Direction (for spring return only) Open or Closed Location Internal or external Control Signal (for modulating only) 3-15 psi Accessories Solenoid Valves or Positioners
Greenhecks most commonly used pneumatic actuator manufacturers are Siemens and Invensys. Call your Greenheck representative for other options.

Figure 8 Pneumatic 9

Volume Control Dampers Quick Selection Chart

X=standard O=optional
Single Blade 3V Blade Profile 3V-Vertical Blade Airfoil Airfoil-Vertical Blade Airfoil-Insulated Galvanized Frame Material 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Aluminum Galvanized Blade Material 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Aluminum Frame Gauge (in mm) 20 (1.0) 16 (1.5) 14 (2) 12 (2.8) TPE Silicone 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Synthetic Bearings Bronze 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Steel Axles 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Linkage Material Steel 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Sleeves Accessories Transitions Actuators* Flanges** Retaining Angles Security Bars Sizing inches (mm) Minimum Size Maximum Single Section Size Maximum Multi Section Size Max. Velocity ft/min (m/s) Max. Pressure in. wg (kPa) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 48x60 (1219x1524) 84x60 (2134x1524) 1500 (7.6) 2 (.5) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 48x60 (1219x1524) 84x60 (2134x1524) 1500 (7.6) 2 (.5) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 48x74 (1219x1880) Unlimited 3000 (15.2) 5 (1.2) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 74x48 (1880x1219) NA 3000 (15.2) 5 (1.2) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 48x74 (1219x1880) Unlimited 3000 (15.2) 5 (1.2) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 74x48 (1880x1219) NA 3000 (15.2) 5 (1.2) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 60x74 (1524x1880) Unlimited 4000 (20.3) 10 (2.5) X X X O X O X O X O X O X X X O X O X O X O X O X O O X O O X O O X O O X O O X O O X O O X X X X X O O X O O X O O X O X X O O X O X X O O X O X X X X O X O X O X O X O X X X O X O X O X O X O X X X X X X X

VCD-15

VCD-18

VCD-20

VCD-20V

VCD-23

VCD-23V

VCD-33

VCD-33V

VCD-34

VCD-40

X X X X O X O

X X O X O

X O O X O X

X O O X O X .125 (3.2) X O X

Jamb Seals

Blade Seals

X O O

X O O

X O O

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 74x60 (1880x1524) NA 4000 (20.3) 10 (2.5)

O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 60x74 (1524x1880) Unlimited 4000 (20.3) 8 (2) 6x6 (152x152) 60x74 (1524x1880) Unlimited 6000 (30.5) 6 (1.5) O O O

* Actuators include manual, 24V, 120V, 240V, and pneumatic. **Flanges include single, single reverse, and double flange. *** On airfoil blade dampers, the inside of the blade is not painted.

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Ratings

Volume Control Dampers Quick Selection Chart

X=standard O=optional
Single Blade 3V Blade Profile 3V-Vertical Blade Airfoil Airfoil-Vertical Blade Airfoil-Insulated Galvanized Frame Material 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Aluminum Galvanized Blade Material 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Aluminum 20 (1.0) Frame Gauge in (mm) 16 (1.5) 14 (2) 12 (2.8) 10 (3.5) EPDM Blade Seals TPE Silicone Jamb Seals 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Synthetic Bearings Bronze 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Steel Axles 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Linkage Material Steel 304 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel Sleeves Accessories Transitions Actuators* Flanges** Retaining Angles Security Bars Sizing inches (mm) Minimum Size Maximum Single Section Size Maximum Multi Section Size Max. Velocity ft/min (m/s) Max. Pressure in. wg (kPa) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 60x74 (1524x1880) Unlimited 6000 (30.5) 6 (1.5) O O O O O O 6x6 (152x152) 74x60 (1880x1524) NA 6000 (30.5) 6 (1.5) 6x6 (152x152) 60x74 (1524x1880) 288 x 222 (7315 x 5639) 6000 (30.5) 6 (1.5) 6x6 (152x152) 6x6 (152x152) 6x6 (152x152) 4 (102) 24 (610) NA 3000 (15.2) 4 (1) O O O O O O X O X O X O X O X O O O O O X O O O O O O X O X O X O X O X X X O O X O O X O O X O O X X X O X O X O X X O X X O X X O X X X X O X O X O O X O O .125 (3.2) .125 (3.2) X X X X X X X O O X X X X X O X X X X X O X X X X X X

VCD-42

VCD-42V

VCD-43

VCD-43V

SEVCD-23 SEVCD-33

VCDR-50
X

VCDR-53
X

VCDRM-50 VCDRM-53

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O O X .125 (3.2) O X X .125 (3.2) O Vinyl

O X

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

X O

4 (102) 24 (610) NA 3000 (15.2) 4 (1)

10 (254) 36 (914) NA 2500 (12.7) 5 (1.2)

10 (254) 36 (914) NA 2500 (12.7) 5 (1.2)

74x60 48x74 60x74 (1880x1524) (1219x1880) (1524x1880) NA 6000 (30.5) 6 (1.5) Unlimited 3000 (15.2) 5 (1.2) Unlimited 4000 (20.3) 10 (2.5)

* Actuators include manual, 24V, 120V, 240V, and pneumatic. **Flanges include single, single reverse, and double flange. *** On airfoil blade dampers, the inside of the blade is not painted.

Ratings

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Damper Performance Testing Criteria

Pressure drop testing was conducted in accordance with AMCA Standard 500-D using the three configurations shown. All data has been corrected to represent standard air at a density of 3 .075 lb/ft (1.2 kg/m3). Actual pressure drop found in any HVAC system is a combination of many factors. This pressure drop information along with an analysis of other system influences should be used to estimate actual pressure losses for a damper installed in a given HVAC system.

Figure 5.3 Illustrates a fully ducted damper. This configuration has the lowest pressure drop of the three
test configurations because entrance and exit losses are minimized by straight duct runs upstream and downstream of the damper.

Figure 5.2 Illustrates a ducted damper exhausting air into an open area. This configuration has a lower

pressure drop than Figure 5.5 because entrance losses are minimized by a straight duct run upstream of the damper. Figure 5.5 Illustrates a plenum mounted damper. This configuration has the highest pressure drop because of extremely high entrance and exit losses due to the sudden changes of area in the system.
5D 6D

Figure 5.3

5D

6D

5D

gure 5.3

Figure 5.2

5D

Figure 5.5

D=

gure 5.2

4 (W) (H) 3.14

D=Duct length W=Damper width H=Damper height

Figure 5.5

4 (W) (H) 3.14

Greenheck Fan Corporation certifies that the model AMD-23 and 33, VCD-15, 20, 40, ICD-44 and 45 shown herein are licensed to bear the AMCA Seal. The ratings shown are based on tests and procedures performed in accordance with AMCA Publication 511 and comply with the requirements of the AMCA Certified Ratings Programs. The AMCA Certified Ratings Seal applies to air performance ratings only.

Greenheck Fan Corporation certifies that the model VCD-18, 23, 33, 34, SEVCD-23 and 33 shown herein are licensed to bear the AMCA Seal. The ratings shown are based on tests and procedures performed in accordance with AMCA Publication 511 and comply with the requirements of the AMCA Certified Ratings Programs. The AMCA Certified Ratings Seal applies to Air Leakage and Air Performance ratings.

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Pressure Drop Data

Insert type round single blade Blade seals VCDR-53

VCDR-50 & 53

Insert type round multi-blade Blade seals VCDRM-53

VCDRM-50 & 53

Models VCDR-50, 53
Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 .01 .06 .13 .23 .37 .53 5.2 12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24 5.3 5.5 Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) .02 .09 .20 .36 .56 .81 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 5.2

Models VCDRM-50, 53
12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .02 .05 .08 .13 .19 .02 .10 .22 .38 .60 .86 .01 .04 .08 .15 .23 .33 .01 .01 .03 .06 .09 .13

Pressure Drop in. wg .04 .15 .33 .59 .93 .03 .11 .25 .45 .70 .05 .19 .42 .75 1.18 .03 .13 .29 .51 .79 .02 .10 .21 .38 .60 .04 .15 .33 .59 .92 .05 .19 .42 .75 1.18 .05 .20 .44 .79 1.23 .06 .25 .57 1.01 1.58

Models VCD-15, 18, 20, 23 & SEVCD-23

Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 .01 .05 .11 .19 .29 .41 .55 .72 .01 .03 .08 .13 .20 .29 .40 .51 .03 .13 .30 .53 .82 1.19 1.62 2.10 .01 .03 .06 .10 .16 .23 .30 .40 .01 .02 .04 .07 .11 .16 .21 .28 .03 .12 .26 .47 .75 1.04 1.41 1.90 5.2 12x12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24x24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36x36 5.3 5.5 5.2 12x48 5.3 5.5 5.2 48x12 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .02 .05 .09 .14 .19 .27 .35 .01 .02 .03 .06 .09 .13 .19 .25 .02 .10 .22 .40 .62 .90 1.23 1.62 .01 .04 .08 .15 .22 .32 .43 .56 .01 .03 .07 .12 .18 .26 .36 .46 .03 .12 .27 .47 .75 1.07 1.45 1.91 .01 .03 .07 .12 .18 .26 .36 .47 .01 .03 .06 .10 .16 .22 .30 .39 .03 .12 .28 Galvanized 3V blade  Economic VCD-15 & .49 VCD-18 Blade and jamb seals .77  VCD-18 & 23 1.12

VCD-15,18,20,23

1.53  316 stainless steel 3V blade 2.01  316 stainless steel construction Blade and jamb seals

SEVCD-23

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Pressure Drop Data

Models VCD-20V, 23V
Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 .01 .05 .11 .19 .29 .41 .55 .72 .01 .03 .08 .13 .20 .29 .40 .51 .03 .13 .30 .53 .82 1.19 1.62 2.10 .01 .03 .06 .10 .16 .23 .30 .40 .01 .02 .04 .07 .11 .16 .21 .28 .03 .12 .26 .47 .75 1.04 1.41 1.90 5.2 12x12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24x24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36x36 5.3 5.5 5.2

12x48 5.3 5.5 5.2

48x12 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .02 .05 .09 .14 .19 .27 .35 .01 .02 .03 .06 .09 .13 .19 .25 .02 .10 .22 .40 .62 .90 1.23 1.62 .01 .03 .07 .12 .18 .26 .36 .47 .01 .03 .06 .10 .16 .22 .30 .39 .03 .12 .28 .49 .77 1.12 1.53 2.01 .01 .04 .08 .15 .22 .32 .43 .56 .01 .03 .07 .12 .18 .26 .36 .46 .03 .12 .27 .47 .75 1.07 1.45 1.91

Vertical 3V blade  Blade and jamb seals VCD-23V

VCD-20V & 23V

Models VCD-33, 34, & SEVCD-33

Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000  Galvanized airfoil blade  Insulated airfoil VCD-34 Blade and jamb seals  316 stainless steel airfoil blade  316 stainless steel construction Blade and jamb seals .01 .03 .07 .13 .19 .26 .35 .45 .01 .02 .05 .08 .12 .17 .23 .30 .03 .12 .27 .48 .74 1.07 1.46 1.91 .01 .03 .06 .10 .15 .21 .28 .36 .01 .01 .03 .05 .09 .13 .17 .22 .03 .11 .26 .45 .71 1.02 1.40 1.89 5.2 12x12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24x24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36x36 5.3 5.5 5.2 12x48 5.3 5.5 .5.2 48x12 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .02 .04 .07 .11 .15 .20 .26 .01 .01 .02 .04 .06 .08 .12 .15 .02 .09 .21 .38 .58 .85 1.15 1.52 .01 .03 .07 .11 .17 .23 .31 .39 .01 .02 .04 .08 .12 .17 .22 .29 .03 .11 .24 .43 .67 .96 1.31 1.71 .01 .02 .04 .08 .12 .16 .21 .27 .01 .02 .04 .07 .11 .15 .20 .25 .03 .11 .24 .44 .68 .97 1.32 1.73

VCD-33 & 34

1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000

SEVCD-33

Model VCD-33V
Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 V  ertical galvanized airfoil blade  Blade and jamb seals .01 .03 .07 .13 .19 .26 .35 .45 .01 .02 .05 .08 .12 .17 .23 .30 .03 .12 .27 .48 .74 1.07 1.46 1.91 .01 .03 .06 .10 .15 .21 .28 .36 .01 .01 .03 .05 .09 .13 .17 .22 .03 .11 .26 .45 .71 1.02 1.40 1.89 5.2 12x12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24x24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36x36 5.3 5.5 5.2 12x48 5.3 5.5 5.2 48x12 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .02 .04 .07 .11 .15 .20 .26 .01 .01 .02 .04 .06 .08 .12 .15 .02 .09 .21 .38 .58 .85 1.15 1.52 .01 .02 .04 .08 .12 .16 .21 .27 .01 .02 .04 .07 .11 .15 .20 .25 .03 .11 .24 .44 .68 .97 1.32 1.73 .01 .03 .07 .11 .17 .23 .31 .39 .01 .02 .04 .08 .12 .17 .22 .29 .03 .11 .24 .43 .67 .96 1.31 1.71

VCD-33V

3000 3500 4000

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Volume Control Damper Performance

Models VCD-40
Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 .08 .31 .69 1.19 1.84 2.67 3.59 4.64 .05 .20 .45 .76 1.19 1.7 2.29 2.97 .10 .40 .88 1.54 2.41 3.45 4.75 6.09 .01 .05 .11 .19 .30 .43 .58 .76 .01 .02 .05 .10 .15 .22 .3 .40 .03 .12 .29 .52 .80 1.14 1.6 2.14 5.2 12x12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24x24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36x36 5.3 5.5 5.2 12x48 5.3 5.5 5.2

48x12 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .04 .09 .16 .24 .35 .48 .62 .01 .02 .04 .07 .10 .15 .20 .27 .03 .11 .26 .46 .72 1.04 1.43 1.87 .01 .05 .11 .20 .30 .43 .59 .77 .01 .03 .07 .12 .19 .26 .36 .46 .03 .12 .27 .49 .76 1.11 1.53 2.00 .06 .23 .52 .91 1.43 2.05 2.82 3.69 .03 .13 .29 .51 .81 1.16 1.59 2.09 .08 .29 .63 1.12 1.76  Extruded aluminum airfoil blade 2.52  Blades contained 3.40 within the frame 4.52 Blade and jamb seals

VCD-40

Models VCD-42, 43
Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 .05 .18 .43 .76 1.19 1.71 2.33 3.04 .03 .12 .28 .49 .77 1.11 1.51 1.98 .07 .28 .62 1.11 1.73 2.50 3.41 4.45 .01 .05 .12 .22 .34 .49 .66 .87 .01 .03 .06 .11 .17 .24 .33 .43 .04 .17 .37 .66 1.04 1.50 2.04 2.66 5.2 12x12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24x24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36x36 5.3 5.5 5.2 12x48 5.3 5.5 5.2 48x12 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .04 .09 .17 .26 .38 .51 .67 .01 .02 .05 .08 .13 .19 .26 .34 .02 .12 .28 .50 .78 1.13 1.53 2.01 .01 .01 .14 .25 .39 .57 .77 1.01 .01 .04 .09 .16 .25 .36 .49 .64 .03 .18 .40 .72 1.12 1.62 2.21 2.88 .03 .11 .25 .44 .69 1.0 1.36 1.78 .02 .06 .14 .25 .39 .57 .77 1.01 .05 .19 .44 .78 1.21 1.75 2.38 3.11  Extruded aluminum airfoil blade  Galvanized frame VCD-42  Aluminum frame VCD-43 Blade and jamb seals

VCD-42 & 43

Models VCD-42V, 43V

Dimension inches AMCA figure Velocity (ft/min) 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 .05 .18 .43 .76 1.19 1.71 2.33 3.04 .03 .12 .28 .49 .77 1.11 1.51 1.98 .07 .28 .62 1.11 1.73 2.50 3.41 4.45 .01 .05 .12 .22 .34 .49 .66 .87 .01 .03 .06 .11 .17 .24 .33 .43 .04 .17 .37 .66 1.04 1.50 2.04 2.66 5.2 12x12 5.3 5.5 5.2 24x24 5.3 5.5 5.2 36x36 5.3 5.5 5.2 12x48 5.3 5.5 5.2 48x12 5.3 5.5

Pressure Drop in. wg .01 .04 .09 .17 .26 .38 .51 .67 .01 .02 .05 .08 .13 .19 .26 .34 .02 .12 .28 .50 .78 1.13 1.53 2.01 .03 .11 .25 .44 .69 1.0 1.36 1.78 .02 .06 .14 .25 .39 .57 .77 1.01 .05 .19 .44 .78 1.21 1.75 2.38 3.11 .01 .01 .14 .25 .39 .57 .77 1.04 .01 .04 .09 .16 .25 .36 .49 .64 .03 .18 .40 .72 1.12 1.62 2.21 2.88 V  ertical extruded aluminum airfoil blade  Blade and jamb seals

VCD-42V, 43V

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Air leakage is based on operation between 32F (0C) and 120F (49C). Tested for leakage in accordance with ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D, Figure 5.5. Tested for air performance in accordance with ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D, Figures 5.2, 5.3 and 5.5. Torque Data is based on a torque of 5.0 in.lb./ft (0.56 Nm) applied to close and seat the damper during the test.
VCD-18, 23, SEVCD-23
Maximum Damper Width 48 in. (1219mm)

Leakage Class*
1 in. wg (0.25 kPa) 1A 4 in. wg (1 kPa) 1

Torque Data is based on a torque of 7.0 in.lb./ft (0.79 Nm) applied to close and seat the damper during the test.
VCD-33, 34, SEVCD-33
Maximum Damper Width 60 in. (1524mm)

Leakage Class*
1 in. wg (0.25 kPa) 1A 4 in. wg (1 kPa) 1 8 in. wg (2 kPa) 1

*Leakage Class Definitions The maximum allowable leakage is defined by AMCA as the following:  Leakage Class 1A -  3 cfm/ft2 @ 1 in. wg (class 1A is only defined at 1 in. wg). Leakage Class 1 - 4 cfm/ft2 @ 1 in. wg - 8 cfm/ft2 @ 4 in. wg - 11 cfm/ft2 @ 8 in. wg - 12.6 cfm/ft2 @ 10 in. wg
Greenheck Fan Corporation certifies that the model VCD-18, 23, 33 and 34, SEVCD-23 and 33 shown herein are licensed to bear the AMCA Seal. The ratings shown are based on tests and procedures performed in accordance with AMCA Publication 511 and comply with the requirements of the AMCA Certified Ratings Programs. The AMCA Certified Ratings Seal applies to Air Leakage and Air Performance ratings.

Maximum Leakage cfm/sq. ft. (cmh/sq.m) Pressure Model

VCD-23V VCD-40 VCD-42, 42V, 43, 43V VCDR-53 VCDRM-53

@ 1 in. wg (.25 kPa)

3 (55) 2 (37) 3 (55) 4 (73) 4 (73)

@ 4 in.wg (1 kPa)
6 (110) 4 (73) 6 (110) 8 (146) 8 (146)

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Specialty Control Dampers

ICD - Insulated Control Damper
Greenhecks ICD dampers were developed for applications where it is necessary to minimize the transfer of heat or cold penetration and reduce condensation. ICD series dampers meet Class 1A leakage of less than 3 cfm/sq. ft. @ 1 in. wg (55 cmh/m2 @ .25 kPa). ICD series dampers can be used in applications down to -70F (-56C) and up to 200 F (93C) for: Cold food storage warehouses Buildings/warehouse Rooftop intake or exhaust

Cross section of thermally broken frame and blade

ICD-44
Maximum Velocity ft/min (m/s) Maximum Pressure in. wg (kPa) Temperature range F (C) Frame Insulated Thermally Broken Aluminum Aluminum Channel Frame Type Quick Connect Reverse Flange Single Flange Blade Action Blade Type Blade Material Blade Seal Jamb Seal Parallel Opposed Insulated Thermally Broken Extruded Aluminum Airfoil Silicone 304SS Silicone X X O O O O X X X X X O 4000 (20.3) 8 (2) -70 to 200 (-56 to 93)

ICD-45
4000 (20.3) 8 (2) -70 to 200 (-56 to 93) X O X O O O X X X X

X = Standard O = Optional
SLEEVE

Damper/Louver in a Common Sleeve

Greenheck can provide a damper and louver in a common sleeve for your applications requiring single unit assembly. This assembly makes it convenient for installing in the field as one unit instead of dealing with multiple units (consult factory for more information).

DAMPER

HEIGHT

LOUVER

Face & Bypass Dampers

1.250 DAMPER LOCATION

21.000 SLEEVE LENGTH

The face and bypass dampers are used in applications where two dampers are connected together allowing one damper to open while the other damper closes. The FBH-43 is a horizontal style (dampers alongside each other). The FBV-43 is a vertical style (dampers stacked on top of each other).

LEFT SIDE OF SLEEVE ELEVATION

FBH

FBV
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Air Measuring Products

Airflow measuring products are used to accurately measure and control air. Applications include meeting the minimum outdoor air requirements of ASHRAE Standard 62 or California Title 24 by providing accurate monitoring and control of outside air.

Why is outside air measurement important?

There are many significant benefits to monitoring outside air volumes. First, by measuring the amount of outside air coming into a building you can be assured that the building is in compliance with all applicable indoor air quality codes including ASHRAE Standard 62 and California Title 24. Meeting these minimum requirements reduces indoor airborne viruses and bacteria which can lead to Sick Building Syndrome. Studies have shown that inhabitants in buildings that are under ventilated suffer from reduced productivity levels. The second major advantage to monitoring outside air volumes is that it eliminates costly over ventilation. In addition to increased energy costs associated with heating and cooling of outside air, over ventilation causes an increase in humidity that can result in mold development.

The AMS is an accurate airflow measuring station and is furnished with a properly sized pressure transducer that outputs a signal proportional to cfm. The AMS is compatible with a field supplied controller or a factory supplied LON controller (sold separately) that uses a signal to position a damper to the airflow required. AMD series dampers were developed as a low cost alternative to the IAQ-42 damper. Many control contractors like to use their own controllers. Field supplied controllers for the AMD dampers are very easy to program. A large label on every AMD damper shows the controls contractor everything theyll need to program their own controller. A factory-supplied controller is also available. The AMD series comes standard with a modulating actuator and a properly sized pressure transducer that outputs a signal proportional to cfm. A field supplied controller can use the transducers signal along with the flow formula (provided) to regulate a modulating actuator to the target set-point. The AMD series is also available with a factory supplied LON controller that accepts a target flow set-point as an input (either analog or digital) and outputs a 0-10 VDC signal proportional to the airflow that can be used to position a damper. The four available models are: AMD-23 featuring a 3V blade control damper  AMD-33 featuring a fabricated airfoil blade control damper  AMD-42 featuring an extruded airfoil blade control damper  AMD-42V featuring an extruded airfoil vertical blade control damper.
AMD-23 AMS

AMD-33

AMD-42

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Greenhecks IAQ-42 is an air measuring control damper that utilizes patented Speciflow technology. The IAQ-42 will control air to prevent: Over ventilation Provide energy savings during low occupancy periods Under ventilation The Speciflow technology built into the controller measures the pressure, position of the damper blades, and temperature of the air flowing through the damper. The IAQ-42 can help meet the indoor/outdoor air requirements of ASHRAE Standard 62 or California Title 24 for buildings by providing accurate monitoring and control of outside air. You can earn LEED-EB credits for air monitoring, increased ventilation, and ultra low leakage. The IAQ-42 is provided with a factory supplied honeycomb air straightener (4 or 6 in. louver is optional), 24 Vac modulating actuator, air pressure pickups mounted on the damper blades, temperature sensors to allow the controller to correct airflow rate, and optional factory calibrated controller. IAQ-42 with a 4 or 6 inch louver

IAQ-42 with straightener

Quick Selection Chart

AMS
Velocity ft/min (m/s) Temperature range F (C) Factory calibration required Accuracy Measures airflow Regulates airflow volume Temperature compensated Factory supplied transducer Factory supplied controller Airflow straightener Blade Action Unit depth in. (mm) Maximum size Quick Build program Opposed Parallel 8 (203) 60 x 48 (1524 x 1219) 12 (305) 144 x 148 (3658 x 3759) 12 (305) 144 x 148 (3658 x 3759) 12 (305) 144 x 148 (3658 x 3759) 12 (305) 74 x 60 (1880 x 1524) 5% 5% 5% 5% 5% 2000 (10.2) -20 to 180 (-29 to 82)

AMD-23
2000 (10.2) -20 to 180 (-29 to 82)

AMD-33
2000 (10.2) -20 to 180 (-29 to 82)

AMD-42
2000 (10.2) -20 to 180 (-29 to 82)

AMD-42V
2000 (10.2) -20 to 180 (-29 to 82)

IAQ-42
2000 (10.2) -20 to 180 (-29 to 82) Yes 5% 12 (305) 93 x 74 (2362 x 1880)

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Drive Arrangement Definition

Each damper is given a drive arrangement code that helps describe the construction of the damper. The following breaks down what each number and letter represents.

22-2FEL- 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Number of sections wide 2 Number of sections high 3 Number of actuators or manual quadrants 4 Who supplies the actuators or manual quadrants F - Factory C - Customer Supplied (field mounted) 5 Actuator or manual quadrant mounting E - External I - Internal B - Both internal and external 6 Actuator or manual quadrant location L - Left-hand drive R - Right-hand drive B - Both right and left 7 Number of jackshafts
Damper Width Actuator or Manual Quadrant Jackshaft Damper Height

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Greenheck warrants this equipment to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the shipment date. Any units or parts which prove defective during the warranty period will be replaced at our option when returned to our factory, transportation prepaid. Motors are warranted by the motor manufacturer for a period of one year. Should motors furnished by Greenheck prove defective during this period, they should be returned to the nearest authorized motor service station. Greenheck will not be responsible for any removal or installation costs. As a result of our commitment to continuous improvement, Greenheck reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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