TAMCO Series 9000 Thermally Insulated Damper Instructions
- August 22, 2024
- TAMCO
Table of Contents
TAMCO Series 9000 Thermally Insulated Damper
Product Information
- Frame: Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) not less than 0.080″ (2.03 mm) thick, with mounting flanges on both sides and a rear mounting flange for Extended Rear Flange install type.
- Blades: Maximum 6″ (152.4 mm) deep extruded aluminum air-foil profiles, internally insulated with expanded polyurethane foam and thermally broken, with an insulating factor of R-2.29. Symmetrically pivoted.
- Seals: Blade seals are extruded EPDM and frame seals are extruded silicone. Seals are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement.
- Bearings: Celcon inner bearing, aluminum hexagon blade pivot pin, polycarbonate outer bearing for smooth rotation.
- Hardware: Zinc-plated steel drive rod and fasteners, corrosion-resistant linkage hardware.
- Leakage Class: 1A at 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) static pressure differential.
Specifications
- Product Name: Series 9000 Thermally Insulated Damper with Thermally Broken Blades
- Install Types: In-Duct or Flanged to Duct
- Cold Side: Opposed Action
- Warm Side: Parallel Action
- Blade Depth: 6.4″ (162.6 mm) fully open
Product Usage Instructions
- Installation: Follow TAMCO’s online installation guidelines for proper installation. Ensure structural support for multi-section dampers.
- Cold Temperature Option: For severe cold temperatures, consider the SC option with an extruded silicone blade and frame seals for reduced air leakage.
FAQs
Q: What are the available install types for the damper?
A: The damper is available in In-Duct, Flanged to Duct, Extended Rear Flange, and Square to Round Transition install types.
Q: What is the insulating factor of the blades?
A: The blades have an insulating factor of R-2.29.
Q: How should I handle installation guidelines?
A: Installation guidelines are available online on TAMCO's website and should be followed for proper installation.
SUBMITTAL DATA
SP–Standard Profile
- Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 4” (101.6 mm) deep x 1″ (25.4 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. Damper frame has a 2″ (50.8 mm) mounting flange on the rear of the damper when ordered as Extended Rear Flange install type.
- Blades are maximum 6” (152.4 mm) deep extruded aluminum (6063-T5) air-foil profiles, internally insulated with expanded polyurethane foam and thermally broken. The complete blade has an insulating factor of R-2.29. All blades are symmetrically pivoted.
- Blade seals are extruded EPDM. Frame seals are extruded silicone. Seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions. Blade and frame seals are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
- Bearings are composed of a Celcon inner bearing – fixed around a 7/16” (11.11 mm) aluminum hexagon blade pivot pin – rotating within a polycarbonate outer bearing inserted in the frame. This eliminates action between metal-to-metal or metal-to-plastic riding surfaces.
- Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are zinc-plated steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
- Aluminum and corrosion-resistant zinc-plated steel linkage hardware is installed in the frame side, complete with cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
- Dampers are designed for operation in temperatures ranging from -40 °F (-40 °C) to 212 °F (100 °C).
- Leakage Class 1A at 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) static pressure differential. Standard air leakage data is certified under the AMCA Certified Ratings Program.
- Dampers are custom-made to the required size, without blanking off free areas. The blade stop is set at a fixed height and is a continuous and integral part of the top and bottom frames.
- Dampers are available with either opposed blade action or parallel blade action.
- Dampers are available in four install types: Installed In-Duct, Changed to Duct, Extended Rear Flange, and Square Round Transition. (See Install Type pages for details.)
- Installation of dampers must be by TAMCO’s current online installation guidelines. (Printed installation guidelines are provided with each damper shipment, however, all technical information available on TAMCO’s website at www.tamcodampers.com supersedes the information contained within printed versions.)
- Intermediate structural support is required to resist applied pressure loads for dampers that consist of two or more sections in both height and width. (See TAMCO Aluminum Damper Installation Guidelines.)
OPTIONS FOR SP – STANDARD PROFILE:
For each option listed, replace the lines above with their corresponding lines
below.
SC – SEVERE COLD TEMPERATURE OPTION:
-
3. Blade and frame seals are extruded silicone, for reduced air leakage at colder temperatures. Blade and frame seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions and are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
MR – MOISTURE RESISTANCE OPTION: -
1. Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 4” (101.6 mm) deep x 1″ (25.4 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. Damper frame has a 2″ (50.8 mm) mounting flange on the rear of the damper when ordered as Extended Rear Flange install type. The frame is assembled using stainless steel screws.
-
5. Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are stainless steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
-
6. Aluminum and stainless steel linkage hardware is installed in the frame side, complete with stainless steel cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
SW – SALTWATER RESISTANCE OPTION: -
1. Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 4” (101.6 mm) deep x 1″ (25.4 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. Damper frame has a 2″ (50.8 mm) mounting flange on the rear of the damper when ordered as Extended Rear Flange install type. The aluminum frame is clear anodized to a minimum depth of 0.7 mil (18 microns). The frame is assembled using stainless steel screws.
-
2. Blades are maximum 6” (152.4 mm) deep extruded aluminum (6063-T5) air-foil profiles, internally insulated with expanded polyurethane foam and thermally broken. The complete blade has an insulating factor of R-2.29. All blades are symmetrically pivoted. Extruded aluminum blades are clear anodized to a minimum depth of 0.7 mil (18 microns).
-
3. Blade and frame seals are extruded silicone, for reduced air leakage at colder temperatures. Blade and frame seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions and are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
-
5. Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are stainless steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
-
6. Clear anodized aluminum and stainless steel linkage hardware is installed in the frame side, complete with stainless steel cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
In Duct or Flanged to Duct Install Types
Extended Rear Flange Install Type
NP–Narrow Profile–4″ Blades
- Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 4” (101.6 mm) deep x 1″ (25.4 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. Damper frame has a 2″ (50.8 mm) mounting flange on the rear of the damper when ordered as Extended Rear Flange install type.
- Blades are 4” (101.6 mm) deep extruded aluminum (6063-T5) profiles, internally insulated with expanded polyurethane foam, and thermally broken. The complete blade has an insulating factor of R-2.29. Each blade seal extends only 0.2” (5.1 mm) beyond the frame when in the full open position. All blades are symmetrically pivoted.
- Blade seals are extruded EPDM. Frame seals are extruded silicone. Seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions. Blade and frame seals are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
- Bearings are composed of a Celcon inner bearing – fixed around a 7/16” (11.11 mm) aluminum hexagon blade pivot pin – rotating within a polycarbonate outer bearing inserted in the frame. This eliminates action between metal-to-metal or metal-to-plastic riding surfaces.
- Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are zinc-plated steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
- Aluminum and corrosion-resistant zinc-plated steel linkage hardware is installed on the frame side, complete with cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
- Dampers are designed for operation in temperatures ranging from -40 °F (-40 °C) to 212 °F (100 °C).
- The leakage rate through a 36” x 36” (915 mm x 915 mm) does not exceed 1.19 cfm/ft² (6.0 l/s/m²) against 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) differential static pressure. Tested by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D.
- Dampers are custom-made to the required size, without blanking off free areas. The blade stop is set at a fixed height and is a continuous and integral part of the top and bottom frames.
- Dampers are available with either opposed blade action or parallel blade action.
- Dampers are available in four install types: Installed In-Duct, Changed to Duct, Extended Rear Flange, and Square Round Transition. (See Install Type pages for details.)
- Installation of dampers must be by TAMCO’s current online installation guidelines. (Printed installation guidelines are provided with each damper shipment, however, all technical information available on TAMCO’s website at www.tamcodampers.com supersedes the information contained within printed versions.)
- Intermediate structural support is required to resist applied pressure loads for dampers that consist of two or more sections in both height and width. (See TAMCO Aluminum Damper Installation Guidelines.)
OPTIONS FOR NP – NARROW PROFILE:
For each option listed, replace the lines above with their corresponding lines
below.
SC – SEVERE COLD TEMPERATURE OPTION:
-
3. Blade and frame seals are extruded silicone, for reduced air leakage at colder temperatures. Blade and frame seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions and are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
-
8. Leakage rate through a 48” x 36” (1220 mm x 915 mm) does not exceed 1.07 cfm/ft² (5.4 l/s/m²) against 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) differential static pressure. Tested by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D.
MR – MOISTURE RESISTANCE OPTION: -
1. Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 4” (101.6 mm) deep x 1″ (25.4 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. Damper frame has a 2″ (50.8 mm) mounting flange on the rear of the damper when ordered as Extended Rear Flange install type. The frame is assembled using stainless steel screws.
-
5. Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are stainless steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
-
6. Aluminum and stainless steel linkage hardware is installed in the frame side, complete with stainless steel cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
SW – SALTWATER RESISTANCE OPTION: -
1. Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 4” (101.6 mm) deep x 1″ (25.4 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. Damper frame has a 2″ (50.8 mm) mounting flange on the rear of the damper when ordered as Extended Rear Flange install type. The aluminum frame is clear anodized to a minimum depth of 0.7 mil (18 microns). The frame is assembled using stainless steel screws.
-
2. Blades are 4” (101.6 mm) deep extruded aluminum (6063-T5) profiles, internally insulated with expanded polyurethane foam, and thermally broken. The complete blade has an insulating factor of R-2.29. Each blade seal extends only 0.2” (5.1 mm) beyond the frame when in the full open position. All blades are symmetrically pivoted. Extruded aluminum blades are clear anodized to a minimum depth of 0.7 mil (18 microns).
-
3. Blade and frame seals are extruded silicone, for reduced air leakage at colder temperatures. Blade and frame seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions and are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
-
5. Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are stainless steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
-
6. Clear anodized aluminum and stainless steel linkage hardware is installed in the frame side, complete with stainless steel cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
-
8. Leakage rate through a 48” x 36” (1220 mm x 915 mm) does not exceed 1.07 cfm/ft² (5.4 l/s/m²) against 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) differential static pressure. Tested under ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D.
In Duct or Flanged to Duct Install Types
Extended Rear Flange Install Type
WP–Wide Profile–6.5” Frame
- Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 6.5” (165.1 mm) deep x 1.625” (41.3 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame.
- Blades are maximum 6” (152.4 mm) deep extruded aluminum (6063-T5) air-foil profiles, internally insulated with expanded polyurethane foam and thermally broken. The complete blade has an insulating factor of R-2.29. All blades are symmetrically pivoted.
- Blade seals are extruded EPDM. Frame seals are extruded silicone. Seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions. Blade and frame seals are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
- Bearings are composed of a Celcon inner bearing – fixed around a 7/16” (11.11 mm) aluminum hexagon blade pivot pin – rotating within a polycarbonate outer bearing inserted in the frame. This eliminates action between metal-to-metal or metal-to-plastic riding surfaces.
- Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are zinc-plated steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
- Aluminum and corrosion-resistant zinc-plated steel linkage hardware is installed on the frame side, complete with cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
- Dampers are designed for operation in temperatures ranging from -40 °F (-40 °C) to 212 °F (100 °C).
- The leakage rate through a 36” x 36” (915 mm x 915 mm) does not exceed 0.99 cfm/ft² (5.0 l/s/m²) against 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) differential static pressure. Tested by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500 D.
- Dampers are custom-made to the required size, without blanking off free areas. The blade stop is set at a fixed height and is a continuous and integral part of the top and bottom frames.
- Dampers are available with either opposed blade action or parallel blade action.
- Dampers are available as Flanged to Duct install type only. (See Install Type pages for details.)
- Installation of dampers must be by TAMCO’s current online installation guidelines. (Printed installation guidelines are provided with each damper shipment, however, all technical information available on TAMCO’s website at www.tamcodampers.com supersedes the information contained within printed versions.)
- Intermediate structural support is required to resist applied pressure loads for dampers that consist of two or more sections in both height and width. (See TAMCO Aluminum Damper Installation Guidelines.)
OPTIONS FOR WP–WIDE PROFILE:
For each option listed, replace the lines above with their corresponding lines
below.
SC – SEVERE COLD TEMPERATURE OPTION:
-
3. Blade and frame seals are extruded silicone, for reduced air leakage at colder temperatures. Blade and frame seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions and are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
-
8. Leakage rate through a 48” x 36” (1220 mm x 915 mm) does not exceed 0.89 cfm/ft² (4.5 l/s/m²) against 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) differential static pressure. Tested by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500 D.
MR – MOISTURE RESISTANCE OPTION: -
1. Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 6.5” (165.1 mm) deep x 1.625” (41.3 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. The frame is assembled using stainless steel screws.
-
5. Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are stainless steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
-
6. Aluminum and stainless steel linkage hardware is installed in the frame side, complete with stainless steel cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
SW – SALTWATER RESISTANCE OPTION: -
1. Extruded aluminum (6063-T5) damper frame is not less than 0.080” (2.03 mm) in thickness. Damper frame is 6.5” (165.1 mm) deep x 1.625” (41.3 mm), with mounting flanges on both sides of the frame. The aluminum frame is clear anodized to a minimum depth of 0.7 mil (18 microns). The frame is assembled using stainless steel screws.
-
2. Blades are maximum 6” (152.4 mm) deep extruded aluminum (6063-T5) air-foil profiles, internally insulated with expanded polyurethane foam and thermally broken. The complete blade has an insulating factor of R-2.29. All blades are symmetrically pivoted. Extruded aluminum blades are clear anodized to a minimum depth of 0.7 mil (18 microns).
-
3. Blade and frame seals are extruded silicone, for reduced air leakage at colder temperatures. Blade and frame seals are secured in an integral slot within the aluminum extrusions and are mechanically fastened to prevent shrinkage and movement over the life of the damper.
-
5. Adjustable 7/16” (11.11 mm) hexagonal drive rod, U-bolt fastener, and hexagonal retaining nuts are stainless steel. These provide a positive connection to blades and linkage.
-
6. Clear anodized aluminum and stainless steel linkage hardware is installed in the frame side, complete with stainless steel cup-point trunnion screws for a slip-proof grip.
-
8. Leakage rate through a 48” x 36” (1220 mm x 915 mm) does not exceed 0.89 cfm/ft² (4.5 l/s/m²) against 1 in. w.g. (0.25 kPa) differential static pressure. Tested under ANSI/AMCA Standard 500 D.
Flanged to Duct Install Type
PERFORMANCE DATA
SP–Standard Profile
SP – Standard Profile With no Option or with MR Option
VELOCITY VS. PRESSURE DROP
-
12″ x 12″ –
(305 mm x 305 mm) -
12″ x 48″ —
(305 mm x 1220 mm) -
24″ x 24″ —
(610 mm x 610 mm) -
36″ x 36″ …
(915 mm x 915 mm) -
48″ x 12″ -.-
(1220 mm x 305 mm)
T.A. Morrison & Co. Inc. certifies that the TAMCO Series 9000 Thermally Insulated Damper, with Thermally Broken Blades, no Option or MR Options, and SP – Standard Profile shown herein is licensed to bear the AMCA Seal. The ratings shown are based on tests and procedures performed by AMCA Publication 511 and comply with the requirements of the AMCA Certified Ratings Program. The AMCA Certified Ratings Seal applies to air leakage and air performance ratings.
- FIG. 5.3 Test damper is fully ducted with a 5-diameter duct run upstream, and a 6-diameter duct run downstream.
- Pressure drop values are based on the Flanged to Duct install type. The pressure drop will be greater for In-Duct install-type dampers.
TAMCO LEAKAGE RATING
BLADE DESIGN PRESSURE LIMITATIONS
Series 9000 dampers with SP – Standard Profile, whose blade length exceeds the maximum design pressure, may be reconfigured to maintain a blade length compatible with the required system pressure by increasing the number of sections per damper and thereby reducing each damper section’s blade length. Appropriate intermediate structural support will be required for all multiple- section damper assemblies. (Refer to line 13 of the Submittal Data and to TAMCO’s Aluminum Damper Installation Guidelines.)
Example:
A single-section damper of 60”w x 36”h (1524 mm x 915 mm) at 5 in w.g. (1.24
kPa) would need to be built in two sections of 30”w x 36”h (762 mm x 915 mm).
Leakage testing was conducted by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D, Figure 5.4. Data are based on a torque of 10.8 in-lb/ft² (13.1 N-m/m²) and a minimum of 70 in- lb (7.9 N-m) applied to close and seat the opposed blade damper during the test. Air leakage is based on operation between 32 °F (0 °C) and 120 °F (49 °C).
The following sizes of TAMCO Series 9000 dampers with no Option or MR Option, and SP – Standard Profile were tested: 12″ x 48″ (305 mm x 1220 mm), 36″ x 36″ (915 mm x 915 mm), 48” x 36” (1220 mm x 915mm), 60″ x 36″ (1524 mm x 915 mm).
AMCA LEAKAGE CLASS DEFINITIONS
Pressure| MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE LEAKAGE
CFM/ft ² (l/s/m² )
---|---
Class| 1 in. w.g.
0.25 kPa
| 4 in. w.g.
1.0 kPa
1A| 3 (15.2)| n/a
1| 4 (20.3)| 8 (40.6)
2| 10 (50.8)| 20 (102)
3| 40 (203)| 80 (406)
SP – Standard Profile With SC Option or SW Option
VELOCITY VS. PRESSURE DROP
LEGEND:
-
12″ x 12″ –
(305 mm x 305 mm) -
12″ x 48″ —
(305 mm x 1220 mm) -
24″ x 24″ —
(610 mm x 610 mm) -
36″ x 36″ …
(915 mm x 915 mm) -
48″ x 12″ -.-
(1220 mm x 305 mm)
T.A. Morrison & Co. Inc. certifies that the TAMCO Series 9000 Thermally Insulated Damper, with Thermally Broken Blades, SC or SW Options, and SP – Standard Profile shown herein is licensed to bear the AMCA Seal. The ratings shown are based on tests and procedures performed by AMCA Publication 511 and comply with the requirements of the AMCA Certified Ratings Program. The AMCA Certified Ratings Seal applies to air leakage and air performance ratings.
- FIG. 5.3 Test damper is fully ducted with a 5-diameter duct run upstream, and a 6-diameter duct run downstream.
- Pressure drop values are based on the Flanged to Duct install type. The pressure drop will be greater for In-Duct install-type dampers.
TAMCO LEAKAGE RATING
Damper Width
inches (mm)
| 1 in. w.g.
0.25 kPa
| 4 in. w.g.
1.0 kPa
| 6 in. w.g.
1.5 kPa
| 8 in. w.g.
2.0 kPa
---|---|---|---|---
0.0 to 12.0 (0 to 305)| 1A| 1| 1| 1
12.1 to 36.0 (306 to 915)| 1A| 1| 1| 1
36.1 to 48.0 (916 to 1220)| 1A| 1| 1| 1
48.1 to 60.0 (1221 to 1524)| 1A| 1| n/a| n/a
BLADE DESIGN PRESSURE LIMITATIONS
Series 9000 dampers with SP – Standard Profile, whose blade length exceeds the maximum design pressure, may be reconfigured to maintain a blade length compatible with the required system pressure by increasing the number of sections per damper and thereby reducing each damper section’s blade length. Appropriate intermediate structural support will be required for all multiple- section damper assemblies. (Refer to line 13 of the Submittal Data and TAMCO’s Aluminum Damper Installation Guidelines.)
Example:
A single-section damper of 60”w x 36”h (1524 mm x 915 mm) at 5 in. w.g. (1.24
kPa) would need to be built in two sections of 30”w x 36”h (762 mm x 915 mm).
Leakage testing was conducted by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D, Figure 5.4. Data are based on torque of 10.8 in-lb/ft² (13.1 N-m/m²) applied to close and seat the opposed blade damper during the test. Air leakage is based on operation between 32 °F (0 °C) and 120 °F (49 °C). The following sizes of TAMCO Series 9000 dampers with SC or SW Options, and SP – Standard Profile were tested: 12″ x 48″ (305 mm x 1220 mm), 36″ x 36″ (915 mm x 915 mm), 48” x 36” (1220 mm x 915 mm), 60″ x 36″ (1524 mm x 915 mm).
AMCA LEAKAGE CLASS DEFINITIONS
Pressure| MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE LEAKAGE
CFM/ft ² (l/s/m² )
---|---
Class
| 1 in. w.g.
0.25 kPa
| 4 in. w.g.
1.0 kPa
| 6 in. w.g.
1.5 kPa
| 8 in. w.g.
2.0 kPa
1A| 3 (15.2)| n/a| n/a| n/a
1| 4 (20.3)| 8 (40.6)| 9.8 (49.8)| 11.3 (57.4)
2| 10 (50.8)| 20 (102)| 24.5 (125)| 28.3 (144)
3| 40 (203)| 80 (406)| 98 (498)| 113 (574)
NOTE:
TAMCO Leakage Class Rating is not provided for dampers measuring more than 48″
(1220 mm) wide at 6 in. w.g. (1.5 kPa) and at 8 in. w.g. (2.0 kPa), as the
recommended blade length is exceeded at these static pressures. (Refer to the
Blade Design Pressure Limitations Chart.)
EPDM VS. SILICONE UPGRADE OPTION BLADE SEALS
LEAKAGE COMPARISON GRAPH
- Damper tests were conducted in a laboratory cold room to determine the effects of severe cold temperatures, down to -40 °F (-40 °C) on sealing gaskets and leakage rates.
- NOTE: Leakage rates shown in this graph are not licensed to bear the AMCA Seal. There is no AMCA standard dealing with the testing of leakage in temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C).
SEAL PERFORMANCE COMPARISON GRAPH
Minimum service temperatures and brittle points are as stated by material manufacturers. Flexibility, rigidity, and suitability status of various materials were determined by observation and operation of dampers in both cold room and cold box environments.
NP–Narrow Profile–4″ Blades
VELOCITY VS. PRESSURE DROP
LEGEND:
-
12″ x 12″ –
(305 mm x 305 mm) -
12″ x 24″ —–
(305 mm x 610 mm) -
24″ x 12″ …………
(610 mm x 305 mm) -
24″ x 24″ ———
(610 mm x 610 mm)
FIG. 5.3 Test damper is fully ducted with a 5-diameter duct run upstream, and a 6-diameter duct run downstream. Air Performance testing was conducted by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D.
- Pressure drop values are based on the Flanged to Duct install type.
- The pressure drop will be greater for In-Duct install-type dampers.
BLADE DESIGN PRESSURE LIMITATIONS
Series 9000 dampers with NP–Narrow Profile, whose blade length exceeds the maximum design pressure, may be reconfigured to maintain a blade length compatible with the required system pressure by increasing the number of sections per damper and thereby reducing each damper section’s blade length. Appropriate intermediate structural support will be required for all multiple- section damper assemblies. (Refer to line 13 of the Submittal Data and TAMCO’s Aluminum Damper Installation Guidelines.)
Example:
A single-section damper of 60”w x 36”h (1524 mm x 915 mm) at 5 in. w.g. (1.24
kPa) would need to be built in two sections of 30”w x 36”h (762 mm x 915 mm).
WP–Wide Profile–6.5” Frame
VELOCITY VS. PRESSURE DROP
SIZE
inches
| ****
VELOCITY
fpm
| PRESSURE DROP (inches w.g.)
---|---|---
AMCA Fig. 5.4 (Intake)| AMCA Fig. 5.5 (Exhaust)
DAMPER & SYSTEM| SYSTEM ONLY| DAMPER ONLY| DAMPER & SYSTEM| SYSTEM ONLY|
DAMPER ONLY
12 X 48
| 1000| 0.168| 0.166| 0.002| 0.151| 0.155| -0.004
2000| .0649| 0.654| -0.005| 0.618| 0.638| -0.020
3000| 1.483| 1.482| 0.001| 1.389| 1.458| -0.069
24 X 24
| 1000| 0.171| 0.164| 0.007| 0.161| 0.159| 0.002
2000| 0.666| 0.658| 0.008| 0.672| 0.653| 0.019
3000| 1.514| 1.478| 0.037| 1.523| 1.471| 0.052
36 X 36
| 1000| 0.180| 0.172| 0.008| 0.166| 0.157| 0.009
2000| 0.716| 0.685| 0.031| 0.671| 0.634| 0.037
3000| 1.613| 1.547| 0.066| 1.509| 1.427| 0.082
48 X 12
| 1000| 0.168| 0.166| 0.002| 0.152| 0.155| -0.003
2000| 0.669| 0.654| 0.015| 0.628| 0.638| -0.010
3000| 1.497| 1.482| 0.015| 1.423| 1.458| -0.035
48 X 48
| 1000| 0.176| 0.169| 0.007| 0.160| 0.155| 0.005
2000| 0.704| 0.673| 0.031| 0.644| 0.613| 0.031
3000| 1.571| 1.520| 0.052| 1.428| 1.394| 0.034
- FIG. 5.4 The test damper is located at the entrance of a plenum.
- FIG. 5.5 The test damper is located at the exit of a plenum.
- Air Performance testing was conducted by ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D.
- Pressure drop values are based on the Flanged to Duct install type. The pressure drop will be greater for In-Duct install-type dampers.
BLADE DESIGN PRESSURE LIMITATIONS
The table above shows AMCA Figure 5.4 (intake) and Figure 5.5 (exhaust) pressure drop test results for a range of opening sizes. Pressure drop tests were conducted for each of the following:
- System Only. (No damper installed in the opening.)
- Damper & System. (TAMCO damper installed in the opening.)
The third column (Damper Only) under each AMCA Figure shows what effect the TAMCO WP dampers have on the airflow through each opening size. This is calculated by subtracting the Damper and System results from the System Only results.
Series 9000 dampers with WP–Wide Profile, whose blade length exceeds the maximum design pressure, may be reconfigured to maintain a blade length compatible with the required system pressure by increasing the number of sections per damper and thereby reducing each damper section’s blade length. Appropriate intermediate structural support will be required for all multiple- section damper assemblies. (Refer to line 13 of the Submittal Data and TAMCO’s Aluminum Damper Installation Guidelines.)
Example:
A single-section damper of 60”w x 36”h (1524 mm x 915 mm) at 5 in. w.g. (1.24
kPa) would need to be built in two sections of 30”w x 36”h (762 mm x 915 mm).
INSTALL TYPES
Thermally Insulated Damper with Thermally Broken Blades
- Always provide opening width and height dimensions, when ordering.
- The width dimension is always parallel to the blades.
- The height dimension is always perpendicular to the blades.
INSTALLED IN DUCT TYPE
- Applies to SP and NP Profiles only. Not available for WP Profile.
- The finished damper O.D. is ½” (12.7 mm) less than the opening width and height dimensions.
MINIMUM SECTION SIZE:
SP| 6½”w x 6¾”h| (166 mm x 172 mm)
NP| 6½”w x 12⁵/8”h| (166 mm x 320 mm)
MAXIMUM SECTION SIZE:
| 25 ft²| (2.3 m²)
| 60”w x 60”h or| (1524 mm x 1524 mm) or
| 48”w x 75”h| (1220 mm x 1905 mm)
FLANGED TO DUCT TYPE
- For SP and NP Profiles, the finished damper O.D. is 2” (50.8 mm) greater than the opening width and height dimensions.
- For the WP Profile, the finished damper O.D. is 3.25” (82.6 mm) greater than the opening width and height dimensions.
MINIMUM SECTION SIZE:
SP/WP| 4½”w x 4¼”h| (115 mm x 108 mm)
NP| 4½”w x 10⅛”h| (115 mm x 257 mm)
MAXIMUM SECTION SIZE:
| 25 ft²| (2.3 m²)
| 60”w x 60”h or| (1524 mm x 1524 mm) or
| 48”w x 75”h| (1220 mm x 1905 mm)
EXTENDED REAR FLANGE TYPE
- Applies to SP and NP Profiles only. Not available for WP Profile.
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The finished damper O.D. is 4” (101.6 mm) greater than the opening width and height dimensions.
MINIMUM SECTION SIZE:SP| 4½”w x 4¼”h| (115 mm x 108 mm)
NP| 4½”w x 10⅛”h| (115 mm x 257 mm)
MAXIMUM SECTION SIZE:
| 25 ft²| (2.3 m²)
| 60”w x 60”h or| (1524 mm x 1524 mm) or
| 48”w x 75”h| (1220 mm x 1905 mm) - Extended Rear Flange install type dampers are not designed so that the front of the damper may be inserted into an opening, as the side frame members extend to the full height of the rear flange.
SQUARE-TO-ROUND TRANSITION
- Applies to SP and NP Profiles only. Not available for WP Profile.
- Always provide duct diameter dimensions when ordering.
- If using TAMCO Connect software to submit orders, enter duct diameter dimensions in both the width and height fields.
- Transition pieces are a minimum of 18 ga. galvanized steel for Series 9000 dampers, when ordered no option or with the SC Option.
- Transition pieces are 304 stainless steel when Series 9000 dampers are ordered with MR or SW Options.
- Transition pieces and damper are sealed together.
- Dampers are built 4” (102 mm) larger than the specified duct diameter. (Dampers are fabricated square.)
- The finished transition diameter is ¼” (6.35 mm) less than the specified duct diameter, providing clearance for the mating duct which slides over a round transition. This ensures free movement of damper blades.
MINIMUM DUCT DIAMETER:
SP| 4”| (102 mm)
NP| 8⅛”| (206 mm)
MAXIMUM DUCT DIAMETER:
| 58”| (1474 mm)
MAXIMUM SECTION SIZE:
| 25 ft²| (2.3 m²)
MAXIMUM FINISHED OD:
| 62”w x 62”h| (1575 mm x 1575 mm)
NOTE:
- To reduce pressure drop, use Flanged to Duct or Extended Rear Flange install types for sizes under 9 ft² (.83 m²).
- Suitable for operation in breathable air environments within the stated temperature range.
- SP and WP dampers sized for duct openings exceeding 373/4” (959 mm) in height and NP dampers sized for duct openings exceeding 35¾” (908 mm) are equipped with a brace at mid-height to strengthen and maintain air leakage tolerances.
- Thermally insulated dampers should not be installed or stored in locations where insulation is in direct line of sight of sunlight or UV light.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REFER TO:
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
UNDER THE DOCUMENTS TAB:
- TAMCO Aluminum Control Damper Installation Guidelines.
- Installing Vertical Blade Damper
- Damper Jumper Installation Guidelines
- Horizontal Jackshaft Installation Guidelines
- Vertical Jackshaft Installation Guidelines.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINE
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