Learning, our way DUCT DESIGN (material to be checked with local legislation) Daikin Europe, Consulting sales section

Learning, our way Summary 1.Introduction 2.Ducts classification 3.Pressure losses in ducts 4.Air diffusers and resisters 5.Methods for duct calculation 6.Daikin ductmeter

Learning, our way 1. Introduction Needs to be considered –Space availability –Space air diffusion –Noise level –Duct leakage –Duct heat gains and losses –Balancing –Fire and smoke control –Investment costs –Operating cost of the system

Learning, our way 1. Introduction Needs to be considered –Poor or excessive air distribution can cause discomfort, loss of productivity and even adverse health problems. –Lack of sound attenuators may permit objectionable noise levels. –…

Learning, our way Main duct system:  each branch is connected to the main duct  most widely used Separate ducting system: “-” more ducting material required more ducting space necessary. “+”economical solution if:  mass produced  round ducts are used. 2. Duct classification By size

Learning, our way 2. Duct classification By purpose Air supply duct –Cool or warm air coming out of the air-conditioner, is delivered to the room through the air supply duct. –The air supply duct is generally insulated to prevent heat losses and dew formation. Return air duct –The air is returned from the room to the air-conditioner through the return air duct. –If the resistance inside the duct is big, pressure inside the duct goes down, leading to a lower efficiency.

Learning, our way 2. Duct classification By purpose Fresh air intake duct. –The fresh air intake duct is connected to the suction side of the machine –Location of the fresh air intake port should prevent sucking in bad smells or dust. –Insulation might be necessary –Separate fresh air system id recommended Air exhaust duct. –Polluted air is released to the outside through the air exhaust duct. –The material and paint of the air exhaust duct should be selected in function of the composition of the polluted air

Learning, our way 3. Pressure losses in ducts Introduction Duct system losses are the irreversible transformation of mechanical energy into heat. These losses can be divided into friction losses and dynamic (local) losses.

Learning, our way 3. Pressure losses in ducts Fluid resistance caused by friction in round ducts can be determined by use of the friction chart (based on an absolute roughness of 0.09 mm.) Friction loss (mmH 2 O/m) Friction loss in the Zn Iron Plate duct Air volume (m³/h) Diameter (mm) Air velocity (m/s Charts for friction losses in round ducts

Learning, our way 3. Pressure losses in ducts: dynamic losses Dynamic losses are the result of flow disturbances caused by duct mounted equipment and fittings. These fittings include entries, exits, elbows, transitions and junctions. The dynamic losses due to these fittings can be derived from tables, curves and equations.

Learning, our way 4. Air diffusers & resisters- Types Adjustable flush with hidden pattern control for horizontal draftless air distribution to vertical projection plan Deep outer cone reduces smudging. Inner cone is a plaque. Flange outer cone. Adjustable square diffuser for directional control from horizontal to vertical pattern. Extruded aluminium construction Adjustable square diffuser with a plaque. Extruded aluminium construction Extruded aluminium linear slot diffuser for directional control from horizontal to vertical position Extruded aluminium linear grilles with fixed bars Double direction supplying grilles with front louvers vertical behind louvers horizontal C2C2 E2E2 VTL VHS ACP EP KL

Learning, our way Cylindrical air diffuser with a long throw and low noise Diffusers with unrestricted swivel type inner assembly Return air grilles with fixed bars Return air grilles with filters. Cores are hinged for easy removal and replacement of filter Return air grilles with punching plates Grilles for exhaust air or intake air with slant louvers Return air grilles with a sight ploof core NOZZLE PK SLIT PG DG RF GL 4. Air diffusers & resisters- Types

Learning, our way 4. Air diffusers & resisters Location –needs to be determined with care. –to avoid drafts for the people, the diffuser should be positioned high enough. –care to avoid dew generation on the ceiling surface. –position of the lights, structural beams, etc., needs to be considered

Learning, our way 4. Air diffusers & resisters Divide the room into squares or rectangles Each sq./rectangle to be served by one grille Rules of thumb: H= height of room W and L: dimensions of Sq/rectangle W or L ≤ 3 * H L ≤ 1.5 * W L=15 m W=9 m H= 3m L=7,5 m Variant 1 Variant 2 Design procedure for supply/return grilles

Learning, our way 4. Air diffusers & resisters Design procedure for supply/return grilles Outlet velocity The permissible sound level, and as a consequence the maximum air velocity, is determined by the application. dB(A)ApplicationMax. velocity (m/s) 25Studio – recording room 2 35Cinema – hospital – library 3 40Office – school – hotel 4 46Bank – public hall 5 50Store – post office 6 70Factory10

Learning, our way 5. Duct calculation Main steps Draw schematically the duct network Establish the airflows for each section of the duct Calculate dimensions of ducts, based on airflow velocities (see following 4 methods) Draw on scale the duct network, mentioning the special fittings (elbows, junctions, regulating flaps, etc.) Calculate the total pressure loss, to choose the corect ventilator (the correct ESP) The velocities are decreasing from the ventilator to the far end of duct

Learning, our way 5. Methods for duct calculation 4 main methods related to the selection of air velocities along the main duct sections: –The method of equal air velocities –The method of reducing the air velocities –The method of equal frictions –The method of static pressure regain

Learning, our way 5. Methods for duct calculation The method of equal velocities: –Uses the same air velocity along the main duct “+”simple easy equilibration of duct branches “-”big and expensive installation noisy in case of big air velocities Conclusion: recommendable for industrial applications

Learning, our way 5. Methods for duct calculation The method of reducing the air velocities: –Establish a maximum air velocity next to the fan –Choose an air velocity for each section of the main duct. The velocities are decreasing gradually to the end of the main duct. “+” Provides simple calculation of each section Gives the possibility to choose velocities according to the required level of comfort “-”Arbitrary selection of velocities Conclusion: requires personal experience

Learning, our way 5. Methods for duct calculation The method of equal friction: –Establish a maximum air velocity next to the fan –Determine the friction loss by using the chart –Use the same friction loss along the whole duct system –Determin the duct dimensions and the speed by inputing the friction loss and the airflow into the chart. Friction loss (mmH 2 O/m) Friction loss in the Zn Iron Plate duct Air volume (m³/h) Diameter (mm) Air velocity (m/s

Learning, our way 5. Methods for duct calculation Advantages/difficulties of the equal friction method: “+” The velocities resulting from charts are already decreasing along the duct- no arbitrary selection in this case “-”Calculation may become difficult in case of many dynamic losses (elbows, etc.): Dynamic losses are determined from charts Add dynamic losses and divide the sum to the total duct length Add the result to the constant value of the friction loss Use the new value to determin the duct dimensions and air velocity from charts Difficulty: the dynamic losses have to be recalculated by using several attempts (velocities) Conclusion: precise method, easy to use for straight ducts

Learning, our way 6. Duct calculation by equal friction method The Daikin ductmeter

Learning, our way 6. Duct calculation with the Daikin ductmeter Assume that one packaged air conditioner is used to cool 4 rooms of a public building Given data: 1.Total air volume: 84 m³/min 2.Discharged air flow volume from each universal resister: 21 m³/min 3.Passing air velocity through supply and return grille: aprox. 4 m/s

Learning, our way STEP 1 Draw schematic view of the duct system Make notes for air volume, air velocity, etc Mark clearly the elbow, the branch parts, the air discharge outlet Select one main ducting route (where the maximum static pressure loss occures) STEP 2 Find the static pressure loss of the main duct route Select the corresponding air velocity and duct size 21 m³/min B C A DE F K G 3,5 m 1 m 2 m 1 m 1,5 m 2,5 m 6. Duct calculation with the Daikin ductmeter

Learning, our way Select the air velocity for the main duct in accordance with the desirable air velocity, mentioned in the table: 6. Duct calculation with the Daikin ductmeter

Learning, our way INPUT: the total air flow is 84 m³/min select the velocity 6 m/s for the source section (B- C) of the main duct OUTPUT from the ductmeter: friction loss: 0,07 mm H 2 O/m size of round duct: ǿ 53 cm or, size of rectangular duct: Lxl=75 cm x 35 cm Long side length < 7 x short side length Friction loss Round duct Rectangular duct Air volume Air velocity Long side length Short side length 6. Duct calculation with the Daikin ductmeter

Learning, our way STEP 3: Find the local friction loss of the main duct Find the total friction loss at the elbow or branch parts: Input the velocity into the local friction loss calculation table In our case, to v=6 m/s corresponds 0,4 mm H2O friction loss in the elbow w “W“shows the diameter of the round duct or the long side of the rectangular duct 6. Duct calculation with the Daikin ductmeter

Learning, our way Equivalent length of main duct (A K) STEP 4 : Calculate the required external static pressure ESP > total friction loss main duct + local friction loss + 1 mm H2O In our example: ESP > (0,07 x 13,5) + 4,4 + 1= 6,4 mm Necessary ESP = 7 mm H2O STEP 5 : Dimensioning of the branch ducts Obtain the duct size of each branch duct based on the same standard friction loss as for the main duct:0,07 mm H2O/m Input standard friction loss and airflow and use the ductmeter to find velocity and duct size Complete the calculation tables for main ducts and branch ducts 6. Duct calculation with the Daikin ductmeter

Learning, our way Table for main duct calculation Main ducting route Reducer

Learning, our way Table for branch duct calculation

Learning, our way Remember the main steps of duct calculation ! Draw schematically the duct network Establish the airflows for each section of the duct Calculate dimensions of ducts, based on airflow velocities Draw on scale the duct network, mentioning the special fittings (elbows, junctions, regulating flaps, etc.) Calculate the total pressure loss, to choose the corect ventilator (the correct ESP) The velocities are decreasing from the ventilator to the far end of duct

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