HVAC Zone Controls & Zoning Dampers
The latest form Honeywell ARD dampers is a nice looking product and works nicely with ecojay SmartZone. Wire as shown below. Other damper wiring at www.zoningsupply.com/blog
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For many years, lots of car manufacturers have been putting separate passenger/driver/rear climate controls in cars. In such a small space, this could be seen a “silly” feature because the passenger & driver are in very close quarters. In most homes, however, heating and air conditioning systems still tend to have only ONE climate zone (one thermostat). Dual or multiple climate zones for a home makes much more since than in a car but is not nearly as often implemented. With SmartZone most existing heating & air conditioning equipment can be upgraded to have multiple climate controls (thermostats) in different areas. You could have a thermostat in the kitchen, bedroom and living room… comfort everywhere. Additionally, with SmartZone, areas that are not being used can be turned OFF to save energy. All the parts you need shipped for free from ZoningSupply.com Zoning experts standing by to answer any questions you have or help with system design.
Typically in an existing install, the duct size will determine the damper sizes needed. But if starting with a new duct system 2 variables must be known to determine damper sizes.
Total CFM of System
Calculate using the “whole house load” with maximum diversity.
Total the rooms associated with each zone separately to get the “Zone CFM” (No diversity)
Round Damper Sizes
Round damper sizes range from 4” to 18” typically in 1” increments up to 10” and in 2” increments up to 18”. There are two numbers that must be used when designing a zoning system with regard to all dampers.
Design CFM – Used to properly size the dampers based on a maximum FPM air velocity at the register to avoid air noise and still provide enough throw to heat or cool the space. (Typical acceptable FPM 600 to 800)
Max CFM – The maximum amount of air that might move through a damper if it is the only zone open. This assumes the pressure relief is also sized properly (see Pressure Relief below). This will result in more air noise but must be kept at an acceptable level (no more than 900 FPM).
The chart shows the recommended round damper sizes to be uses for Design and Max CFM.
NOTE: These are rough estimates & other duct restriction variables could affect the size damper needed. Consult an HVAC professional if you are unsure.
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REPLACES:
Honeywell ARD
EWC RSD
ZoneFirst RDS
DuraZone NSPRD
Braeburn 129 ***
AprilAire AVD 66**
& MANY MORE... ANY 24VAC 2-Wire Damper can be replaced with the ECOJAY SmartZone DSUS.
Also available SUPER DUTY POWER DAMPER
