KMC BAC-5901C(E)-AFMS Airflow Measurement System User Guide

Airflow Measurement System
Selection Guide
AFMS Controller, Sensors, and Actuator

BAC-5901C(E)-AFMS Airflow Measurement System

Introduction

The KMC Conquest Airflow Measurement System (AFMS) reliably provides accurate outside, return, and supply airflow data for monitoring and control.
The system delivers accurate, repeatable results on any type of equipment, without the traditionally expected mechanical limitations, performance issues, or ongoing maintenance issues.
The system consists of the following components, installed on an AHU, RTU, or unit ventilator:

• One controller with airflow measurement programming
• One inclinometer (included with the controller) mounted on a horizontal outside or return air damper blade
• If only vertical damper blades, one HLO-1050 Linkage Kit
• At least two flow pickup tubes installed in a pitot array in the supply air duct, or on the fan inlet
• If a BAC-5901C(E)-AFMS is used, one pressure transducer
• If pressure assist measurements are needed (see Considerations on page 4), one additional pressure transducer, connected to two additional flow pickup tubes that are mounted on both sides of either the outside air damper or return air damper.
• Three temperature sensors for outside, mixed, and return air
• One proportional actuator mounted on the damper shaft

Example Diagrams

Standard Application OAD Pressure Assist Application

RAD Pressure Assist Application

Selecting an AFMS Controller (with inclinometer)

Considerations
Does the unit have any of these non-standard features?:

• A relief fan that is variable speed, or is operating independent of mixed air damper position
• A return fan that is not controlled by a supply fan / return fan offset
• A bypass damper for a heat recovery system
• Return VAV boxes
• Supply to return bypass (or a bypass damper used in place of a VFD)
• Outside and return air dampers that modulate independently
• More than one outside air damper

If so, the pressure of the unit’s mixed and/or return air sections may change. In that case, select a BAC-5901C(E)-AFMS for (OAD or RAD) pressure assist measurements.
Is customizable programming needed?
If the capability to program the controller for other functions in addition to airflow measurement is needed, select a BAC-5901C(E)-AFMS. The inputs and outputs of a BAC9311C(E)-AFMS will be used by the components of the airflow measurement system.  Therefore, it must be solely dedicated to airflow measurement. Where will the controller be mounted?
If the controller will be mounted more than 20 feet from the location of the pickup tubes (see Selecting Flow Pickup Tubes on page 5), select a BAC- 5901C(E)-AFMS. A pressure transducer can be mounted closer to the sensors, then wired over a greater distance to the controller. (See Selecting Pressure Transducers on page 6.)

BAC- 5901C- AFMS

| RTU AHU  unit venti- lator| 10 total:
•  2 analog (room sensor port)
• 8 universal inputs (software configurable as analog, binary, or accumulator on terminals)| 8 universal:
•Software configurable as analog or binary
• Override boards give additional options| | External| | ****

MS/TP

| standard airflow measurement, OAD pressure assist, and RAD pressure assist applica- tion program- ming

BAC- 5901CE- AFMS

| Ethernet

BAC- 9311C- AFMS

| 1 air pressure sensor and 8 (total) stand- ard:
•     2 analog (room sensor port)
•     6 universal inputs (software configurable as analog, binary, or accumulator on terminals)| 10 total:

•     6 triacs (binary)

•     4 universal (software configurable as analog or binary)

| | Integrated| MS/TP| standard airflow measurement application

Selecting Flow Pickup Tubes

Options for Installation Location
The array of supply airflow pickup tubes can be installed in one of two places:

• At least six straight duct widths down the supply air duct (the location of laminar flow)
• At the supply air fan inlet

If pressure assist measurements are needed (see Considerations on page 4) two additional flow pickups tubes must be installed, one on either side of the outside air damper (pressure assist) or return air damper (RAD pressure assist).
Arrangement in Parallel Array
The pickup points must be arranged in a parallel array that evenly covers the area of the supply air duct or fan inlet, similar to what is show below:

Determining the Number of Pickup Points

1. Measure the duct or fan inlet:
   • For a rectangular or square duct, measure the length of the longest side.
   • For a circular duct or the supply fan inlet, measure the diameter.

2. Consult one of the tables below to determine the total minimum number of pickup points needed:

FOR A RECTANGULAR OR SQUARE DUCT

If the longest side is less than or equal to:| Total minimum number of pickup points needed is:
4 inches| 2
15 inches| 3
24 inches| 4
35 inches| 5
48 inches| 6
63 inches| 7
80 inches| 8
99 inches| 9
100 inches or greater| 10

FOR A CIRCULAR DUCT OR THE FAN INLET

Selecting the Tubes
Select multiple flow pickup tubes (at least two) from below that are the maximum length that will fit in the space and total to the minimum number of pickup points needed:
SSS-101x models have 3/16” connections for 1/4” OD polyethylene tubing and flat mounting flanges for installation in ducts (or on fan inlets that have struts):

SSS-1012 | One pickup point, 80 mm (about 3”) length tubes
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SSS-1013| Two pickup points, 137 mm (about 5.5”) length tubes
SSS-1014 | Three pickup points, 195 mm (about 8”) length tubes
SSS-1015 | Four pickup points, 252 mm (about 10”) length tubes

SSS-111x models have 3/16” connections for 1/4” OD polyethylene tubing and right-angled mounting feet for installation on the supply air fan bell.
Single mounting foot:

SSS-1112 | One pickup point, 80 mm (about 3”) length tubes
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SSS-1113 | Two pickup points, 137 mm (about 5.5”) length tubes
SSS-1114 | Three pickup points, 195 mm (about 8”) length tubes

Dual mounting feet:

SSS-1115 | Four pickup points, five sections, 315 mm (about 13”) length tubes
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SSS-1116 | Five pickup points, six sections, 395 mm (about 15.5”) length tubes
SSS-1117 | Six pickup points, seven sections*, 457 mm (about 18”) length tubes

*NOTE: The extra section connects the tubes to the second mounting foot, which mounts to the other end of the fan bell (or a midway strut).

Selecting Pressure Transducers

NOTE: Select pressure transducers for a BAC-5901C(E)-AFMS only. BAC- 9311C(E)-AFMS have differential air pressure ports, so a pressure transducer is not necessary to connect the flow pickup tubes.
For the standard airflow measurement application, select one pressure transducer.
For the airflow measurement application with pressure assist, select two pressure transducers.

TPE-1475-21| –2 to +2” or 0 to 2” wc (–0.5 to +0.5 kPa or 0 to 0.5 kPa)
TPE-1475-22*| –10 to +10″ or 0 to 10″ wc (–2.5 to +2.5 kPa or 0 to 2.5 kPa)

• Requires KMC Connect (see Selecting Tools for Configuration and Operation on page 9) and technical support to configure.

Selecting the Mixed Air Temperature Sensor

Select a sensor that is long enough to cover the entire mixed air section of the unit. Copper sensors are recommended when the mixed air section is easily accessible. If not easily accessible, a cable sensor can be used.

MODEL| SENSOR TYPE| PROBE TYPE| PROBE LENGTH| ENCLOSURE| **CONNECTIONS*
---|---|---|---|---|---
STE-1411| Duct, Averaging| Copper, bend- able| 6 feet (1.8 m)| Plastic, UL94-V0, IP65 (NEMA 4X) ABS| FT-6 plenum-rated, 22 AWG wire leads
STE-1412| 12 feet (3.6 m)
STE-1414| 20 feet (6.1 m)
STE-1413| 24 feet (7.3 m)
STE-1415| Flexible, FT-6 plenum-rated cable| 6 feet (1.8 m)
STE-1416| 12 feet (3.6 m)
STE-1417**| 24 feet (7.3 m)

Selecting the Outside Air Temperature Sensor

For units with accessible outside air hoods, select an STE-1412 12-foot bendable copper averaging sensor.
For units with inaccessible outside air hoods, or for outside air ducts, select an STE-1404 duct- mounted 12-inch probe with enclosure. (For sheltered tight fits, an STE-1405 duct-mounted 4-inch probe without enclosure can be used.)

MODEL| SENSOR TYPE| PROBE TYPE| PROBE LENGTH| ENCLOSURE| CONNECTIONS
---|---|---|---|---|---
STE-1405| Duct, Rigid probe| 1/4-inch OD stainless-steel| 4 inches (100 mm)| None (mounting bracket only)| 10-ft. FT-6 plenum-rated, 22 AWG cable
STE-1404| 12 inches (300 mm)| Plastic, UL94-V0, IP65 (NEMA 4X) ABS| PVC insulated, 22 AWG, wire leads
STE-1412| OA Hoods, Averaging| Copper, bend- able| 12 feet (3.6 m)| FT-6 plenum-rated, 22 AWG, wire leads

Selecting the Return Air Temperature Sensor

When possible, select an STE-1404 duct-mounted 12-inch probe with enclosure. For sheltered tight fits, an STE-1405 ductmounted 4-inch probe without enclosure can be used.

MODEL| SENSOR TYPE| PROBE TYPE| PROBE LENGTH| ENCLOSURE| CONNECTIONS
---|---|---|---|---|---
STE-1405| Duct, Rigid probe| 1/4-inch OD stainless-steel| 4 inches (100 mm)| None (mounting bracket only)| 10-ft. FT-6 plenum-rated, 22 AWG cable
STE-1404| 12 inches (300 mm)| Plastic, UL94-V0, IP65 (NEMA 4X) ABS| PVC insulated, 22 AWG, wire leads

Selecting a Proportional Actuator

The unit must have a proportional actuator for the AFMS to modulate the damper as needed. If the unit does not have a proportional damper actuator already, select one.

MODEL| TORQUE in-lb. (N•m)| PROPORTIONAL CONTROL| FEEDBACK| FAILSAFE
---|---|---|---|---
MEP-4552| 45
(5)| 0-10 or 2-10| |
MEP-4952| 90
(10)| VDC| 0/1-5 or 0/2-10 VDC|
MEP-7552| 180
(20)| 0-10 VDC, 2-10 VDC, or 4-20 mA| |
Use the online Actuator Calculatorto assist with torque requirements.

Selecting an HLO-1050 Linkage Kit

The AFMS controller’s inclinometer must be mounted on a horizontal-axis damper blade. For units with vertical-axis damper blades, select an HLO-1050 Linkage Kit. The linkages transfer the damper motion to a surface with a horizontal axis (the kit’s inclinometer crankarm), on which inclinometer can then be mounted.
The kit’s damper blade crankarm can be mounted to a damper blade or on a jackshaft using its included jackshaft coupler and V-bolt.
If the kit’s axle mount shaft cannot be mounted on a unit’s damper frame (such as when mounting in a duct), select a VTD-0903 right-angle bracket in addition to the kit.

Selecting Tools for Configuration and Operation

The rows in the table below list the sequence of processes to set up and operate an AFMS. The columns give the KMC Controls tools that can be used to complete the processes. Consult the table to determine which tools can complete each process and for which AFMS applications.
The user interface and setup requirements of each tool varies. For more information, see each tool’s product pages and documents.

BAC- 5051(A)E

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| Ethernet controller 1 served web pages| Conquest™ NetSensor| KMC Connect™ or TotalControl™| KMC Converge™ for Niagara Workbench| KMC Commander ® 2| KMC Connect Lite™ (NFC) app 3
Selecting the application| | ?| ?| ?| | |
Configuring communication| | ?| ?| ?| ?| | ?
Setting AFMS parameters| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?|
Calibrating sensors| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?|
Starting Learning Mode| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?|
Controlling airflow| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?|
Monitoring operation & faults| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?| ?|
1 Ethernet “E” models with the latest firmware can be configured with a web browser from pages served within the controller.
2 KMC Commander’s AFMS module currently supports the standard AFMS application only.
3 Near Field Communication via enabled smart phone or tablet running the KMC Connect Lite app.

Support

Additional resources for product specifications, installation, configuration, application, operation, programming, upgrading and much more are available on the KMC Controls web site (www.kmccontrols.com).
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References

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