The Bohn Monarch and Ambassador Series of direct
drive air-cooled condensers incorporate the latest
advancements in condenser technology to provide the
quietest and most ecient condensers in the industry.
Monarch™ Series
Optimized sound and energy performance.
The Monarch Series of condensers by Bohn oers the
optimum solution for sound and energy performance.
The Monarch Series utilizes variable speed EC (VSEC)
motor technology, which provides unmatched sound
and energy performance and is the perfect solution
for those applications where low noise levels and
signicant energy savings are essential for success.
1140 RPM Series
Features & Options ............................................................ 20
Sound Data ............................................................................... 31
Ambassador™ Series
Excellence in sound, energy
and capacity solutions.
The Ambassador Series of condensers by Bohn is
designed specically with the growing needs of the
supermarket and grocery industry in mind. This series
utilizes 830 and 540 RPM motors and incorporates
advanced features that further improve sound levels
and energy eciencies, as well as provide increased
capacity in a smaller footprint. In addition, there are
new features designed to improve serviceability,
resulting in reduced maintenance costs.
The Ambassador Series is a perfect t for applications
requiring low sound and energy levels and
optimized capacities.
Since product improvement is a continuing eort, we reserve the
right to make changes in specications without notice.
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1140 Series
Bohn continues to oer the 1140 RPM Series for
customers seeking the most economical solution for
their capacity requirements.
Bohn condensers now incorporate a broader product
range with capacities ranging from 11 to 265 nominal
tons to address all applications.
All Bohn condenser coils incorporate the Floating Tube™
coil design, which virtually eliminates the possibility
of tube sheet leaks. Condenser coils are designed for
maximum heat transfer and are designed to operate
with most common refrigerants.
As with all Bohn products, extensive testing of the
condenser ensures long and trouble-free service life.
The condensers are designed for outdoor application
with housings available in aluminum nish and painted
or unpainted galvanized steel.
The condensers are available in either single or double
wide fan congurations.
The condenser design incorporates the features most
desired in air-cooled condensers. An extensive list of
options and fan cycle control panels complement the
condenser design and allow the condenser to match the
most rigid application requirements.
The Floating Tube™ Coil Design
Dramatically Reduces Tube Sheet Leaks
FEATURES
Bohn’s latest air-cooled condenser is available in
multiple product tiers and are designed with features to
meet exacting customer requirements.
Bohn Monarch™ Series of Condensers
Customers seeking optimum sound and energy
performance can select the Bohn Monarch Series of
condensers with variable speed EC motor technology.
VSEC motors provide unparalleled sound and energy
performance.
Features include:
• VSEC motor, swept fan blade and venturi
incorporating integrated variable speed technology
• Broad capacity range from 16 to 264 tons
• Aluminum housing for an attractive appearance and
corrosion protection, with painted galvanized steel,
or galvanized steel available as an option
Monarch™ Series with VSEC Motor Technology
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• Side access panels allow for ease of cleaning
coils
Bohn Ambassador™ Series of Condensers
The Ambassador Series by Bohn is designed
specically with the growing needs of the
supermarket and grocery industry in mind. This series
utilizes 830 and 540 RPM motors and incorporates
advanced features that further improve sound levels and
energy eciencies as well as provide increased capacity
in a smaller footprint. In addition, there are new features
designed to improve serviceability, resulting in reduced
maintenance costs. The Ambassador Series is a perfect
t for applications requiring low sound and energy levels
and optimized capacities.
Features include:
• Direct drive fan motors in 830 or 540 RPM
• The patented QuietEdge™ fan blade provides an
unprecedented sound level of 49.6 dBA (540 RPM @ 10 ft.)
• Bohn’s patented (#7, 210, 661) ServiceEase™ motor
mount feature, allows for ease of motor service and
reduces likelihood of damage to the coils during
servicing
• Bohn condenser coils incorporate the latest
advancements in coil technology to provide
maximum capacity
• Broader product range to address all applications
— capacities ranging from 11 to 225 nominal tons
• Galvanized steel cabinet with the option for
aluminum or painted galvanized steel
• High eciency, three-phase fan motors with ball
bearings and internal overload protection
1140 Series
For customers seeking an economical solution to
their capacity needs, Bohn now oers the 1140 RPM
Bohn's Patented QuietEdge™ Fan Blade for
Improved Sound Performance
Series with enhancements to improve capacity and
serviceability.
Features include:
• Direct drive fan motors
• Bohn’s patented (
mount
• New, high eciency condenser coil designed for
optimum performance
• Expanded product range from 15 to 249 nominal tons
• Galvanized steel as a standard housing, with an option
for aluminum or painted galvanized steel
• High eciency, three-phase fan motors with ball
bearings and internal overload protection
#7, 210, 661) ServiceEase™ motor
All Standard Condensers
• 10 ns per inch spacing
• Modular design with models in both single and
double wide fan congurations
• All Bohn condensers incorporate the Floating Tube™
coil design, which virtually eliminates tube sheet leaks
• Internal baes provided between all fan cells
• Condensers up to 3 fans in length use 3/8” diameter
tube to minimize refrigerant charge. Condensers
4 or more fans in length use 1/2" diameter tube to
minimize refrigerant pressure drop
• Coated steel fan guards
• Weatherproof control panel with factory-mounted
door interrupt disconnect switch
• UL and UL listed for Canada
Available Options:
• Multi-circuiting at no additional charge
• Optional 8, 12 or 14 FPI spacing
• Fan-cycle control panels
• Alternate coil construction including BohnGuard™
coated ns, epoxy or phenolic coated ns and copper ns
• Hinged fan panels for ease of servicing (Ambassador
and 1140 Series only)
• Side access panels
• Extended condenser legs for increased ground clearance
• Sealtite wiring
• Frame for shipping
ServiceEase™ Motor Mount System
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Three solutions tailored to t your unique needs.
Choose from the Monarch, Ambassador or 1140 Series of air-cooled condensers by
Bohn. Choosing the Monarch Series means you have an unmatched solution for
capacity, sound and energy eciency while the Ambassador Series oers excellence
in capacity, sound and eciency. Bohn continues to oer the 1140 RPM Series to meet
high capacity needs without concerns for low sound and high eciency.
FEATURE1140 SERIESAMBASSADOR
SERIES
MONARCH
SERIES
Motors
Standard Motor 1140 RPM 830, 540 RPM Variable Speed
EC Motors
P66 Motor Option
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(not required)
Cabinet
Standard Cabinet GalvanizedGalvanizedAluminum
Galvanized Option(standard)(standard)
Pre-Painted Galvanized Option
Aluminum Option
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aa
a
(standard)
Venturi Cover
Standard VenturiRemoveableRemoveableEC Tall Optimized
Hinged Option
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Fan Blades
Standard BladeStandardQuietEdge™EC Optimized
Motor Mount
Standard Motor Mount ServiceEase™ServiceEase™ EC Optimized
Warranty
2-Year Warranty
3-Year Warranty — EC Motors--
5-Year Warranty — Floating Tube™
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NOMENCLATURE
B N H – S 04 A 050
B - Bohn
N – Vintage
Motor
H – 1140 RPM, 1.5 HP
L – 830 RPM, 1.5 HP
X – 830 RPM, 1.0 HP
Q – 540 RPM, 0.5 HP
E – Monarch VSEC Motor
Model Identier
Fans
Width
S – Single Wide
D – Double Wide
01-14
Standard Capacity
(MBH/°TD, R-22 @ 10 FPI)
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Condenser Selection
Capacity for air-cooled condensers are based on Total Heat of Rejection (THR)
at the condenser. Total heat of rejection is equal to net refrigeration at the
evaporator (compressor capacity) plus the energy input into the refrigerant
by the compressor (heat of compression). The heat of compression will
vary depending on the compressor manufacturer, type of compressor
and the operating conditions of the compressor. Whenever possible, it is
recommended that you obtain the heat of compression value from the
compressor manufacturer.
If this is not available, the THR can be estimated using the following formula:
Table 1 contains heat of compression factors for suction cooled compressors
and Table 2 contains factors for open drive compressors. For refrigeration
systems beyond the range of Tables 1 and 2, use the following equations to
estimate THR:
The compressor capacity is eected by its altitude. If the condenser location
is above sea level, an additional correction is required to the THR, as follows:
Compressor capacity: 350,000
Evaporator temperature: +25° F
Condensing temperature: 115° F
Ambient temperature 95° F
Refrigerant: R-22
Compressor type: Semi-hermetic, suction cooled
Condenser type: 540 RPM, one row of fans
Condenser altitude: 1,000 feet
THR (MBH) = 476,595 / 1,000 = 476.6
THR (MBH/°TD) = 476.6 / 20 = 23.83
Locate the 10 FPI column for R-22 refrigerant and read down until you locate a
value equal to or just larger than 23.83. This value is 25.9. Read horizontally to
the left to obtain a condenser model of BNQ-S05-A026.
Step 5: Calculate Actual T.D. and Condensing Temperature
The actual condenser T.D. can be calculated by dividing the design THR by
the condenser rating.
Actual T.D. = THR (Design) / (Rating @ 1° T.D.)
= 476.6 / 25.9
= 18.4°F. T.D.
The actual condensing temperature is the actual T.D. plus the ambient
temperature.
Actual Condensing Temperature = (Actual T.D.) + (Ambient)
= 18.4 + 95
= 113.4°F.
Table 1. Heat of Compression Factor for Suction Cooled Compressors.
Design Condenser T.D. = Condensing Temp — Ambient Temp
= 115 - 95
= 20° T.D.
Step 4: Condenser Selection
Condenser capacities for condensers with one row of fans at 540 RPM are
located in Table 6. These capacities are given in MBH/°TD. Convert the THR
calculated in step 2 to MBH/°TD by dividing by 1,000 to get THR in MBH.
Then divide the THR by the design TD to get MBH/°TD.
Table 2. Heat of Compression Factor for Open Drive Compressors.
The air-cooled condensers are available with more than one
refrigerant circuit. The condenser will be factory assembled with the
condenser coil divided into individual refrigerant circuits, each sized
Multi-Circuit Condenser Selection
Given four suction cooled compressors with conditions shown in Table
4. The condenser shall have 830 RPM, 1.0 HP fan motors,
Selection Procedure
Step 1: Input customer data in Table 4 in columns 1, 2, 3, 4
and 5.
Step 2: From Table 1, select the heat of compression factor
for suction cooled compressors and input into
Column #6.
Step 3: From Table 3 obtain the altitude correction factor
and input into Column #7.
Step 4: From Table 5 obtain the refrigerant capacity factor and
input into Column #8.
for its own specic application. Each circuit is supplied with its own
inlet and outlet connections, individually labeled.
with two rows of fans. The condenser location is at 3,000 ft. and the
design ambient is 95°F.
Step 5: Calculate the design T.D. for each circuit by
subtracting the ambient temperature from the circuit
design condensing temperature and input into
Column #9.
T.D. = Design Condensing Temperature - Ambient Temperature
Step 6: Calculate the design THR / °T.D. for each circuit.
Multiply Column #5 by Column #6 and Column #7 to
calculate the THR for each circuit. Divide the result by
the refrigerant correction factor, Column #8 to convert
the capacities to a common refrigerant. Divide the
result by the design T.D., Column #9 to calculate the
design THR / °T.D. and input into Column #10.
Design THR / °T.D. = Compressor Capacity (#5) * Heat of Compressor Factor (#6) x Altitude Factor (#7)
Refrigerant Capacity Factor (#8) * Design T.D. (#9)
Example for Circuit #1:
Design THR / °T.D. = 235,000 * 1.31 * 1.07
1.02 x 15
= 21,529 BTUH / °T.D.
Step 7: Add the design THR / °T.D. for each circuit in column #10, to get a total of 39,578 BTUH / °T.D. Divide this
total by 1,000 to get 39.6 MBH / °T.D.
Step 8:
830 RPM, 1.0 HP fan motors, locate the column for
R-404A capacity with 10 FPI. Read down the column until you get to a capacity equal to or greater than 39.6
MBH / °T.D. This value is 44.5 which corresponds to a
BNX-D06-A045. From Table 9 obtain the total number of feeds available as 56.
Step 9: Determine the number of feeds per circuit. Divide the design THR / °T.D. in Column #10 by the total capacity required (39,578) and
multiply this result by the number of feeds available, which is 56. Round this value to the nearest integer and place in Column #11
Add the individual feeds per circuit to get a total number of feeds for the condenser. This total must equal the total number of
feeds available for the condenser (56).
T.D.
Actual
Cond.
Temp.
°F
Number of = Design THR / °T.D.(#10) * Number of Circuits Available (56)
feeds/circuit Total Capacity Required (39,578)
Step 10: Calculate actual condensing T.D., (ATD):
ATD = Design T.D. (#9) * Design THR/°T.D. (#10) * Number of Feeds Available (56)
Number Feeds / CIR (#11) * Condenser Capacity / °T.D. (Step #8) * 1,000
Example for Circuit #1:
ATD = 15 * 21,529 x 56
= 13.1°F.
31 * 44.5 * 1,000
Input these T.D. values in column #12.
Step 11: Calculate the actual condensing temperature. Actual condensing temperature is equal to the actual condensing T.D., Column #12
plus the design ambient (95°). Input these values in Column #13. If the actual condensing temperature for each circuit is too high,
it may be necessary to adjust the number of feeds per circuit or to select the next larger condenser size and recalculate the number
of feeds per circuit.
The new Bohn Monarch Series of air-cooled condensers
incorporates VSEC motor technology to provide the quietest
and most ecient condensers in the industry, using
integrated variable speed technology.
Simplicity: Variable speed without the complexity
The Bohn Monarch Series is a complete system that
incorporates an VSEC motor, integrated drive and control
electronics, optimized swept motor blade and venturi panel
in one simple package. Variable speed is accomplished
without the complexities typically associated with Variable
Frequency Drives.
Flexibility: Maximum eciency, minimum sound,
capacity when you need it
The Monarch Series condensers’ integrated variable speed
capability allows optimization to your operating conditions;
at higher speeds on hot summer afternoons to maintain
capacity or at lower speeds at night to meet a local sound
ordinance. Whatever your requirements, the Bohn Monarch
Series can be selected and programmed to your specic
needs; whether it is lower energy costs, lower sound or both.
Reliability: The highest quality backed
by industry-leading warranties
We are so condent in the reliability of the VSEC motor that
we are providing an unprecedented 3-year warranty on
the VSEC motor (2-year warranty on the unit) so you can be
assured of worry-free operation.
Protection at every level
The VSEC motors have several built-in features that protect
against locked-rotors, under-voltage and phase failure.
Variable Speed Operation
The Monarch Series condensers provide variable speed
operation automatically; providing dramatically lower sound
and energy levels than would be observed with condensers
using traditional AC motors.
Typical performance of a Monarch Series condenser at various
loads versus a 540 RPM or 1140 RPM condenser is shown in
the charts on the next page.
Model Selection
Selecting the right Bohn Monarch Series unit for your needs
is easier than you think, and is just as easy as selecting a
standard unit.
Simply use Table 12 to nd the model and ns per inch
required to meet your capacity needs.
Selecting condensers with specic sound or energy levels
The variable speed nature allows selection to meet maximum
sound or energy usage levels.
To select condensers with these goals in mind, please contact
your sales representative. They will be able to help you select
the appropriate model for your specic requirements.
EC Sound Data (dBA @ 10 ft.)
dBA @ 10 ft.
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BNE
Fans
1030
RPM
BNE
RPM
830
BNE
630
RPM
BNE
420
RPM
166.962.052.945.3
269.965.055.948.3
371.766.857.750.1
472.968.058.951.3
573.969.059.952.3
674.769.860.753.1
775.470.561.453.8
875.971.061.954.3
1076.972.062.955.3
1277.772.863.756.1
1478.473.564.456.8
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Power Consumption & Variable Speed Operation
Bohn Monarch vs. Ambassador (540) and 1140 Series
Monarch Series
10 Fan EC Motor Sound Production at Various Loads
Percent of Max. Load30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
RPM2153134075116307488921030
dBA @ 10 ft49.551.85558.462.967.874.876.9
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CONDENSER CAPACITY
Table 12. Monarch BNE Models, 2.2 kW, 31.5” Fan Diameter
BNE 540830 VSEC 1140
Monarch Series
Model
BNE-S01-A008
BNE-S01-A009
BNE-S02-A011
BNE-S02-A015
BNE-S02-A018
BNE-S03-A023
BNE-S03-A027
BNE-S04-A031
BNE-S04-A036
BNE-S05-A039
8 FPI
R-22 | R-410A
MBH / 1° TD
10 FPI12 FPI14 FPI8 FPI10 FPI12 FPI14 FPI
R-404A
MBH / 1° TD
6.87.78.59.16.67.68.39.0
8.39.310.010.68.19.19.810.4
10.211.312.413.110.011.112.112.9
13.915.416.517.313.615.116.217.0
16.618.119.220.316.317.818.819.9
20.923.124.825.920.422.724.325.4
24.927.228.731.724.426.728.231.1
27.830.833.034.627.230.232.433.9
33.236.338.340.632.635.537.539.8
35.639.341.643.834.938.540.842.9
BNE-S05-A047
BNE-S06-A056
BNE-S07-A065
BNE-D04-A023
BNE-D04-A031
BNE-D04-A036
BNE-D06-A046
BNE-D06-A054
BNE-D08-A062
BNE-D08-A073
BNE-D10-A079
BNE-D10-A093
43.046.648.851.542.145.747.850.5
51.656.058.661.850.554.857.460.5
58.764.668.671.657.663.367.370.2
20.422.724.826.219.922.224.325.7
27.830.833.134.627.230.232.433.9
33.236.338.340.632.635.537.539.8
41.746.249.551.940.945.348.650.8
49.854.457.463.448.853.356.362.2
55.661.766.169.254.560.564.767.8
66.572.576.681.365.271.175.179.7
71.178.683.287.569.777.081.685.8
85.993.397.6103.084.291.495.7100.9
BNE-D12-A112
BNE-D14-A129
BOLD indicates standard model capacity.
103.1111.9117.1123.6101.0109.7114.8121.1
117.5129.2137.2143.1115.2126.7134.5140.3
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CONDENSER SPECIFICATIONS
Table 13. Monarch BNE Models, 2.2 kW, 31.5” Fan Diameter
BNE 540830 VSEC 1140
208-230/3/60460/3/60
ModelCFM
BNE-S01-A00811,0007.015.0253.515.0152.21 3/87330
BNE-S01-A009
BNE-S02-A011
BNE-S02-A015
BNE-S02-A018
BNE-S03-A023
BNE-S03-A027
BNE-S04-A031
BNE-S04-A036
BNE-S05-A039
10,5007.015.0253.515.0152.21 3/814360
23,40014.020.0357.015.0154.41 3/814590
22,00014.020.0357.015.0154.41 5/821640
20,90014.020.0357.015.0154.42 1/828690
33,10021.022.84010.515.0206.62 1/821930
31,40021.022.84010.515.0206.62 1/8281,010
42,60028.029.84514.015.0208.82 1/8211,220
40,00028.029.84514.015.0208.82 5/8281,320
53,20035.036.85017.520.02511.02 5/8211,520
Unit
kW
Conn.
(in.)
Max.
Number
of Feeds
Approx.
Net
Weight
(lbs)FLAMCAMOPDFLAMCAMOPD
Monarch Series
BNE-S05-A047
BNE-S06-A056
BNE-S07-A065
BNE-D04-A023
BNE-D04-A031
BNE-D04-A036
BNE-D06-A046
BNE-D06-A054
BNE-D08-A062
BNE-D08-A073
BNE-D10-A079
BNE-D10-A093
50,00035.036.85017.520.02511.02 5/8281,650
60,00042.043.86021.021.93013.22 5/8281,960
70,00049.050.87024.525.43515.42 @ 2 5/8282,260
46,70028.029.84514.015.0208.82 @ 1 3/8281,290
44,10028.029.84514.015.0208.82 @ 1 5/8421,390
41,80028.029.84514.015.0208.82 @ 2 1/8561,490
66,10042.043.86021.021.93013.22 @ 2 1/8422,060
62,70042.043.86021.021.93013.22 @ 2 1/8562,210
85,10056.057.87028.028.93517.62 @ 2 1/8422,730
80,00056.057.87028.028.93517.62 @ 2 5/8562,930
106,40070.071.89035.035.94522.02 @ 2 5/8423,410
100,10070.071.89035.035.94522.02 @ 2 5/8563,660
BNE-D12-A112
BNE-D14-A129
120,10084.085.810042.042.95026.42 @ 2 5/8564,370
140,10098.099.811049.049.95030.84 @ 2 5/8565,070
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1140 Series
For customers seeking an economical solution to their capacity requirements, Bohn now oers the 1140
RPM Series with enhancements to improve capacity and serviceability. The 1140 Series features a broader
product range with capacities ranging from 15 to 249 nominal tons to address all applications.
New features include:
• Bohn’s patented (#7, 210, 661) ServiceEase™ motor mount
• New, high eciency condenser coil designed for optimum performance
• Expanded product range from 15 to 249 nominal tons
• Galvanized steel cabinet with options for aluminum or painted galvanized steel
Standard Features
• 10 ns per inch spacing
• Modular design with models in both single and double wide fan congurations.
• All Bohn condensers incorporate the Floating Tube™ coil design, which virtually eliminates
tube sheet leaks.
• Internal baes provided between all fan cells
• Condensers up to 3 fans in length use 3/8” diameter tube to minimize refrigerant charge. Condensers 4
or more fans in length use 1/2” diameter tube to minimize refrigerant pressure drop
• Coated steel fan guards
• Weatherproof control panel with factory mounted door interrupt disconnect switch
• UL and UL listed for Canada
Available Options
• Multi-circuiting at no additional charge
1140 Series
• Optional 8, 12 or 14 FPI spacing
• Fan-cycle control panels
• Alternate coil construction including BohnGuard™ coated ns, epoxy or phenolic coated ns and
copper ns
• Hinged fan panels for ease of servicing
• Side access panels
• Extended condenser legs for increased ground clearance
• Sealtite wiring
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CONDENSER CAPACITY
BNH 540 830 VSEC 1140
Table 14. Bohn 1140 Series BNH Models, 1140 RPM, 1.5 HP, 30” Fan Diameter
R-22 | R-410A
MBH / 1° TD
Model
BNH-S01-A0076.47.38.08.66.37.27.98.5
BNH-S01-A009
BNH-S02-A011
BNH-S02-A015
BNH-S02-A017
BNH-S03-A022
BNH-S03-A026
BNH-S04-A029
BNH-S04-A034
BNH-S05-A037
8 FPI10 FPI12 FPI14 FPI8 FPI10 FPI12 FPI14 FPI
7.88.79.510.07.68.69.39.8
9.610.711.712.49.410.511.512.1
13.114.515.616.312.814.215.316.0
15.717.118.119.215.316.717.718.8
19.721.823.424.519.321.422.924.0
23.525.727.129.923.125.226.629.3
26.229.131.232.625.728.530.532.0
31.434.236.138.330.733.535.437.6
33.637.139.341.332.936.438.540.5
R-404A
MBH / 1° TD
BNH-S05-A044
BNH-S06-A053
BNH-S07-A061
BNH-D04-A021
BNH-D04-A029
BNH-D04-A034
BNH-D06-A044
BNH-D06-A051
BNH-D08-A058
BNH-D08-A068
BNH-D10-A074
BNH-D10-A088
40.544.046.148.639.743.145.147.6
48.652.855.358.347.751.754.157.1
55.461.064.767.554.359.863.566.2
19.221.423.424.818.821.022.924.3
26.229.131.232.625.728.530.632.0
31.434.236.138.330.733.535.437.6
39.443.646.748.938.642.845.847.9
47.051.354.259.846.150.353.158.7
52.558.262.365.351.457.061.163.9
62.768.472.376.761.567.170.875.1
67.174.278.582.665.772.776.980.9
81.088.092.197.279.486.290.295.2
1140 Series
BNH-D12-A106
BNH-D14-A122
BOLD
indicates standard model capacity.
97.2105.6110.5116.695.3103.5108.3114.2
110.8121.9129.5135.0108.6119.5126.9132.4
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CONDENSER SPECIFICATIONS
BNH 540 830 VSEC 1140
Table 15. 1140 Series BNH Models, 1140 RPM, 1.5 HP, 30” Fan Diameter
Fan cycling panels are available to cycle fans on ambient
temperature or condensing pressure or custom built control
panels can be factory installed to interface with electronic
refrigeration controllers.
• All fans are cycled with contactors.
• Condensers with a single row of fans cycle fans separately
with one contactor per fan.
• Condensers with two rows of fans cycle fans in pairs, with
one contactor for every pair of fans.
• Fans closest to the header end of the unit run continuously.
Ambient Fan Cycle
Condenser fans are controlled by ambient temperature
using electronic temperature controls. Ambient fan cycling is
recommended for multi-circuited condensers or single circuit
condensers where there is little variation in condenser load.
Ambient fan cycling is limited in its ability to control head pressure
to mild ambient conditions, see Table 16 for minimum ambients
for fan cycling. Full year head pressure control can be obtained
by combining ambient fan cycling with another means of head
Pressure Fan Cycling
• Standard control circuit voltage is 230 volts. Control
circuits with 24 or 115 volts are available on request.
• Control circuits are factory wired to a control circuit
terminal board for convenient single point eld wiring.
• Standard control circuits require an external power supply
for powering control circuit (by others).
• A control circuit transformer is available on 460 volt
condensers as a factory mounted option to provide
power to the control circuit.
pressure control, such as condenser ooding controls or variable
speed. Combining these controls with ambient fan cycling has the
additional advantage of reducing the amount of refrigerant required
to ood the condenser.
See Table 17 for typical settings for ambient thermostats.
Condenser fans are controlled by pressure switches which
monitor condenser pressure. Pressure fan cycling is ideal for
those condensers which see a signicant change in condenser
load. Since the controls sense condensing pressure, they can
cycle fans at any ambient temperature, in response to a change in
condensing pressure.
An additional pressure switch is available as an option to cycle the
fan closest to the header end of the condenser. This option is only
recommended for condensers with large variations in condenser
load caused by heat reclaim, hot gas defrost or a high percentage of
compressor unloading.
Condenser head pressure control is provided by varying the air ow through the condenser by changing the RPM of the condenser fan. This
control package is oered in combination with ambient fan cycling. The fan motor next to the header end of the condenser is the variable
speed fan. The remainder of the fans are constant speed and are cycled separately using ambient sensing thermostats. On condensers with
two rows of fans, two variable speed fans are provided (one per row) and the remainder of the fans are constant speed and are cycled in
pairs. The variable speed control package consists of a special variable speed motor (1140 RPM, single phase) and an electronic speed control
which controls the speed of the motor in response to condensing pressure. Fan motor, speed control and all related components are all
factory mounted and wired. Two speed controls are provided on units with two rows of fans to allow for separate control of each fan motor.
Splitting Controls
Additional head pressure can be provided by valving o a portion of the condenser circuit and removing that portion from the refrigeration
circuit, or splitting the condenser. In addition to providing a means of head pressure control, this control will reduce the amount of refrigerant
required to operate the condenser with a ooded head pressure control. Condenser splitting is recommended as a seasonal adjustment
controlled by ambient temperature. A pressure switch is also provided as a backup control to prevent high head pressures from occurring
during heavy load conditions. On condensers with a single row of fans the control package consists of an ambient sensing thermostat, a
pressure switch sensing condensing pressure and a splitting relay. The splitting relay provides a set of dry contacts to control the valves
required to split the condenser (valves supplied by others). On condensers with double rows of fans, additional controls and contactors are
provided to cycle all of the fans on the side of the condenser which has been split o. Except as noted above, the splitting packages do not
control fan cycling. It is recommended that fan cycling be controlled by combining the splitting package with pressure fan cycling.
Control Panels for Electronic Controllers
Custom control panels can often be fabricated to interface with many of the microprocessor based electronic refrigeration controls.
These panels often include individual motor fusing, individual fan motor contactors, splitting relays and printed circuit boards to
interface with the microprocessor control. Contact the factory with your specic requirements.
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Condenser Refrigerant Charge
The normal summer operating charge for condensers is shown
in Table 18. This charge can also be used in condensers with fan
cycling kits, since added refrigerant is not required for mild weather
control. Table 18 also contains the additional refrigerant charge
required when using ooded style head pressure controls.
Combining fan cycling with ooded head pressure controls
signicantly reduces the amount of winter charge required to ood
the condenser. Table 20 shows the refrigerant charge required
when fan cycling is used in conjunction with a ooded style head
pressure control.
Table 18. Refrigerant Charge, Lbs. R-22 for Flooded Condenser
Additional Refrigerant R-22 Charge Required
Refrigerant R-22
Charge
for summer
Model*
Operation, Lbs.
+60+40+20+0-20
18710111111
2101013151516
3101013141515
4151519212223
5201926293031
6222229323435
7302938424446
8515066747780
970668796100105
10646283929599
118683110122127132
12102100132147153159
13118117155172179186
14192027293132
15293039444647
16403951575962
17444458646770
18585978869094
1910499131146152158
20140131174193201209
21125126168186194201
22172165219243253263
23201201267296308320
24236233310343357372
for Flooded Condenser Operation
Lbs. For 20°F TD
Minimum Ambient at Condenser
* See Model Cross Reference Table #21.
Table 19. Flooded Charge Temperature Dierence Factor
Charge for fan cycling + ooding = summer charge (Table 20) + additional charge for fan cycling (Table 20)
Example:
Obtain the summer charge for a BNH-S05-A037. What is the ooding charge required to operate this condenser at 0° ambient at a
R-22 refrigerant? What is the reduction in operating charge if fan cycling is combined with ooding?
Procedure:
From Table 21, obtain the model reference for BNH-S05-A037 as model 10. From Table 18, obtain the summer operating charge for model 10
at 64 lbs. The charge for winter operation with ooded controls is equal to the summer operating charge of 64 lbs. plus the additional charge
at 0° ambient (Table 18) of 95 lbs., times the ooded charge T.D. factor (Table 19) of 1.0 for 20°T.D.
The charge for fan cycling plus ooded condenser is obtained using Table 20. Using this table obtain the additional charge for 20°T.D. at 0°
ambient, which is 17 lbs. The total charge is the summer charge (64 lbs.) plus the additional charge.
Charge for fan cycle + ooding = 64 + 17
= 81 lbs.
The savings in refrigerant charge = 159 - 81
= 78 lbs.
20°T.D. with
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Diagram 1. Typical Condenser Wiring Diagram With No Fan Cycle Controls
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Diagram 2. Typical Condenser Wiring Diagram With Fan Cycle Controls