Continued Leadership in
Self-Contained Systems Designs
McQuay SWP self contained air conditioning systems trace
their history to the late 1970s. The first self contained variable
air volume systems with waterside economizer cycle was
developed by us for the prestigious 499 Park Avenue office
building in New York City. McQuay SWP, with decades of
innovation, design flexibility, durable construction, low capitol
and operating cost, make us the leader of self contained system
market and the preferred HVAC solution for thousand of most
prominent building projects.
SWP water cooled self-contained air conditioner is an ideal
option for a job where energy efficiency, reliability, indoor air
quality and acoustic are top priorities. Along with providing
high quality and state-of-the-art technology, SWP selfcontained systems offer the following valuable features and
benefits to satisfy a wide range of diverse applications.
• Comfort and Redundancy
– Occupants enjoy individual control over comfort condi-
tions and off-hour system operation.
– Tenants benefit from their indivi dual efforts to control
energy costs.
– Routine service is located where it minimizes tenant
inconvenience.
– Individual or dual systems per floor provide system
redundancy and standby.
• Economical First Cost
– VAV system flexibility uses building diversity to reduce
system tonnage and first cost.
– Factory-packaged concept reduces field labor, installation
time and expense.
– No expensive chilled water piping or chiller room.
– Individually tested, factory-designed systems reduce
startup and installation expense.
– Reduced penthouse and equipment room requirements.
– Centralized condenser water and condensate piping and
streamlined system layout.
– Modular units design make renovation projects easier
since individual section designed for narrow hallways,
elevators and doorways.
– Optional acoustical discharge plenum is an available
option in any height to match your job needs and mini-
mizes supply duct transition losses.
• Energy Efficient System
– Reduces fan kW and operating costs at part load condi-
tions.
– Savings maximized through use of variable speed fan
control.
– Individual zone control.
• Improving Indoor Air Quality
For better filtration filter selection flexibility includes:
– MERV 7, 8, 11, 13, or 14 options with & without pre-fil-
ter. Microbial-resistant filter option is also an available
option.
– Featured Double-wall panel construction that eliminates
fibers in the supply air stream and is easy to clean.
– Provided with double-sloped, galvanized or stainless steel
drain pans eliminate stagnant water and minimizes bacterial growth.
• Quiet System Operation
– Provided by structural quality and specialized design.
– Recognized for quiet operation by renowned U.S. acous-
tical consultants.
– Provided with a SWSI airfoil plenum fan for excellent
acoustics and better efficiency
– Unit featured discharge plenum with sound baffles is an
available option for sound sensitive job
• Free Cooling
– Water or air economizer capability for optimized energy
savings.
– Economizer reduces compressor operating hours and
energy costs.
– Year-round “free cooling” capability.
• Efficient Part Load Operation
– System energy at part load operation is more efficient
than to central chilled water systems.
– Multiple systems and compressors versus a single, large
central plant.
– Efficient and reliable system for partial occupancy and
after hours operation.
– Operates only the system(s) on the floor(s) requiring after
hours use.
• Economical Integrated or Stand Alone DDC controls
– Monitoring and diagnostics reduce the potential for
expensive field repairs.
– Industry leading Protocol Selectability™ feature provides
effective BAS selection flexibility.
• Maintenance Costs Reduction
– No complicated central chiller plant to maintain.
– Service and maintenance are performed out of the occu-
pied space.
– Control and product reliability functions designed by the
equipment manufacturer for single source responsibility
and improved reliability.
• System Versatility
– Applicable to schools, offices, shopping centers, manu-
facturing facilities, etc.
– Prime candidate for floor by floor building renovation.
– Retrofit alternative where existing chiller cannot be
ed for replacement.
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McQuay Self-Contained Systems
McQuay Self-Contained Systems
SWP 012–130 Features and Options
Airfoil Plenum Fans
• SWSI fans more energy efficient and quieter than forward
curved fans
• Premium high efficiency open, drip-proof standard
motors and TEFC motors, an available option
• Seismic control restrained spring isolators are available
• Aerodynamically designed fan also available with 12
blades for even lower sound levels
Coils
• High efficiency enhanced corrugated fin design
• High coil performance and reduced static
pressure losses
• Interlaced and/or row split circuiting to keep
full face of the coil active and to eliminate air
temperature stratification and optimum part
load performance
Durable Construction
• Pre-painted or G90 galvanized steel exterior
cabinet panels
• Standard foam injected panels with R-13
insulation provide superior rigid double wall
construction and minimizes air leakage
• For better acoustics, an additional 2", 1. 5# density
R-8 fiberglass insulation is an available option for
fan and plenum sections
• Double-sloped drain pans help eliminates
standing stagnant water
Blank Sections
• Available to mount air blenders, carbon or
charcoal filters, sound attenuators or other
specialty equipment
• Allow customization for maximum system
performance and efficiency
• Can reduce design and installation costs
Scroll Compressor(s)
• Durable and reliable multiple compressors
• Lower operating cost with High EERs
• Customize selections to match specific
application
• Mounted on resilient rubber isolation for
smooth and quiet operation
Access Panels and Doors
• All panels and access doors shall be sealed
with permanently applied bulb-type gasket
• Access doors are flush mounted to cabinetry,
with hinges, latch and handle assembly
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Refrigerant Circuits
• Suction and discharge service valves, an available
option, to isolate each compressor
• Hot gas bypass, an available option, on units with
two refrigerant circuits
McQuay Self-Contained Systems
Shell and Tube Condensers
• Carbon steel Shell and Tube Condenser , non-
ferrous water channels and enhanced tubing for
high performance
• Integral sub-cooling circuit is provided as
standard to maximize efficiency
• Mechanically cleanable condenser and water
piping is rated for standard 300 psig waterside
working pressure & 450 psig is an available
option
• Two-way valve for head pressure control is
available for low condenser water temperatures
Multiple Filter Options
• 2" 30% (MERV7) and 75% (MERV13) filter s
• 4" 30% (MERV8), 65% (MERV1 1), 75% (MERV13)
and 85% (MER V14) longer lasting filters available
• 4" primary filters also available with 2" or 4" with
pre-filter
Economizer Options
• W aterside economizer effectively uses low cooling tower
water temperatures to offload compressor operation
• An airside economizer control package is available for
controlling field installed mixing dampers capable of 100%
outside airflow.
MicroTech® III Control System
• Factory-installed and tested to help minimize costly field
commissioning.
• Open Choices™ feature for easy integration into the BAS of
your choice using open, standard protocols such as BACnet®
or LONTALK®.
• Easily accessed for system diagnostics and adjustments via a
keypad/display on unit.
• Optionally add a remote keypad and display that is identical to
the unit mounted user interface.
Factory-Mounted Variable Frequency Drives
• Controlling fan motor speed can lower fan operating
costs and sound levels
• All VFD selections are plenum rated
• Manually activated bypass contactor is available to
allow system operation in the event of drive service
McQuay Catalog 860-95
McQuay Self-Contained Systems
McQuay Self -Contained SWP systems are built to perform,
with features and options that provide for lower installed and
operating costs, good indoor air quality, quiet operation and
longevity.
Cabinet, Casing and Frame
• Unit base constructed of 15-gauge and 10-gauge galvanized
steel for vibration control and rigging strength.
• Heavy-duty lifting brackets strategically placed for balanced
cable or chain hook lifting.
Figure 1: Low Leak Gasketed Frame and Foam Panels
• Unit cabinet constructed with foam insulation standard and
heavy gauge [pre-painted] [galvanized steel] exterior panels
for long equipment life.
• All sections have galvanized steel internal lining.
• 2-inch thick panels and access doors are thermal broke
double wall assembly, with [R-13 foam] [R-8 fiberglass].
• System components strategically located for ease of
inspection, serviceability and maintenance.
• Refrigeration components positioned out of the airstream so
adjustments and readings can be made without disrupting
system operation.
• Access doors flush mounted to cabinetry, with hinges, latch
and handle assembly.
• Doors on positive pressure sections are provided with
secondary latches to relieve pressure and prevent injury
upon access.
Figure 2: Hinged Access Doors with double latches
• Low leak gasketed frame channels minimize air leakage and
eliminates metal-to-metal contact between paneling and
frame work. Air leakage is only 0.5 cfm/square foot at 5"
cabinet pressure.
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McQuay Self-Contained Systems
Control Panel
Coil/Access
Section
Supply Fan
Section
Compressor/
Condenser
Section
Base Plates
Modular Design
• Optional modular construction unit shipped with a nitrogen
holding charge.
• Four distinct sections; coil/access section, supply fan
section, compressor/condenser section and the control panel.
Figure 3: SWP Modular Sections
• Insulated and segregated condensing section from the air
handling section to avoid transmission of noise to the
circulated air stream.
• Each refrigerant circuit is furnished with filter-drier, liquid
moisture indicator/sight glass , th erm a l ex pansion valve,
liquid line shutoff valve with charging port, high pressure
relief device and high and low pressure cutouts.
• If any compressor is made inoperable, the remaining
compressors are still allowed to operate.
• Thermal expansion valve capable of modulation from 100-
25% of its rated capacity.
• Hot gas bypass also available on units with two refrigerant
circuits.
Condensers
• All units feature carbon steel mechanically cleanable shell
and tube condenser.
• Includes non-ferrous water channels and enhanced tubing
for high performance.
• Serves an independent refrigerant circuit and includes a
spring loaded high pressure relief valve
• Integral sub-cooling circuit provided as standard to
maximize efficiency.
Compressor/ Condensing Section
Compressors
• All units feature multiple reliable scroll compressors for
• Suction and discharge service valves and gauge ports,
• Individual branch circuit fusing protects each compressor.
• T o prevent compressor short cycling, MicroTech® III
• Compressors mounted on resilient rubber isolation for
Figure 4: Compresors
efficient system part load control, quiet operation and
system redundancy.
available option, on each compressor.
control system incorporates timing functions.
smooth and quiet operation.
Figure 5: Condensers
• All units are leak tested, evacuated and shipped with a [full
operating charge of R-410A] [for modular design nitrogen
holding charge] and POE oil.
• Condenser assembly and all factory water piping rated for a
waterside working pressure of 300 psig as standard [450
psig] tested before shipment.
• Provided with a single supply and return water connections
• Unit available in both right-hand and left-hand piping
locations.
• Optional two-way valve provides accurate head pressure
control for condenser entering water temperatures as low as
40ºF.
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McQuay Self-Contained Systems
Refrig. Flow Ckt 1
Refrig. Flow Ckt 2
Ckt 2
Ckt 1
Ckt 1
Ckt 1
Ckt 1
Ckt 1
Ckt 1
Ckt 1
Ckt 1
Ckt 2
Ckt 2
Ckt 2
Ckt 2
Ckt 2
Ckt 2
Ckt 2
Airflow
Cooling Coils
Cooling Coil Section
• Large face area coils with high efficiency , enhanced copper
tubing and ripple corrugated aluminum fins.
• Features interlaced and/or row split circuiting to keep the
full face of the coil active and eliminate air temperature
stratification and optimum part load performance.
Figure 6: Evaporator Coil Circuiting
• 5 or 6 row evaporator coil with 12 fins/ inch spacing and
multiple face areas allows a custom match to specific design
loads.
• Provides low air pressure drop, high full and part load
operating efficiencies.
• Mounted in a [galvanized] [stainless steel ] cross broke and
double sloped drain pan with a full 2 inches of insulation.
• Compressor staging sequenced to take maximum advantage
of available coil surface.
• Each evaporator coil circuit furnished with a wide range
thermostatic expansion valve with an adjustable superheat
setting and external equalizer.
• An intermediate drain pan in the coil bank helps to provide
condensate removal without carryover.
Figure 7: Cooling Coil Section Shown
Supply Fan Section
• Single width, single inlet (SWSI) airfoil supply air fan
selections provide efficient, quiet operation at wide ranging
static pressure and air flow requirements.
• Each fan assembly is dynamically trim balanced at the
factory for quiet operation before shipment.
• All fan drives are factory sized according to job specific
airflow, static pressure, and power requirements.
• For seismic sensitive regions, spring fan isolators are
available with seismic restraints.
• 150% service factor drives extend service life of the fan
belts. Drive components and fan bearings are easily accessed
for periodic maintenance.
• Mounted on 2 inch deflection spring isolators for excellent
• Motor availability includes premium efficiency, open, drip-
proof, and totally enclosed selections; EPACT compliant
premium efficiency selections.
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Figure 8: Airfoil Fan
McQuay Self-Contained Systems
McQuay Plenum Fan
Least turbulance
and best acoustics
* Ceiling heights restrict “h” and
increase the problem with housed fans
Competitive Housed Fan
Excessive turbulance
and mediocre acoustics
Competitive Housed Fan
Worst turbulance
and worst acoustics
h*
Acoustical Advantages
McQuay SWP Self-contained units are provided with a high
efficient, SWSI airfoil plenum fan and have several acousti cal
advantages:
• Airfoil fans are more efficient than forward curved fans
contributing to less noise.
• For specific unit sizes, several fan diameters are available,
fan selection provides optimal efficiency.
Figure 9: Supply Fan Comparison
• Competitive supply duct work normally involves
discharging air vertically into a ceiling, then routing it
horizontally, Figure 10. McQuay’s plenum fan discharge has
far less velocity pressure than competitive housed fan
discharge, resulting in:
• 90º duct elbows that generate far less turbulance.
• Air flow that can be routed in any direction.
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McQuay Self-Contained Systems
McQuay Optional Plenum
“h” can be varied
to match ceiling height
h
Competition
Expansion Loss
90° Elbow Loss
Standard Exterior
Galvanized Surface
Standard Galvanized Liner
Standard Injected Foam Panel
Optional Fiberglass Insulation
Perforated Liner
Interior Optional
Acoustical Discharge Plenum
McQuay offers an optional acoustical discharge plenum,
Figure 10, that minimizes supply duct transition losses and
noise:
• Plenum fans pressurize the entire cabinet and have no
significant plenum air pressure drop (housed fans have
expansion, contraction and 90º elbow losses).
• Discharge plenums offered in any height to match ceiling
height.
• Custom size duct connections are available on any size
plenum.
Discharge Plenum with Foam Insulation and Sound
Baffles
Optional discharge plenum with foaminjected panels can be
provided with the additional sound attenuating baffle option
consisting of:
• Additional 2" of fiberglass insulation.
• Perforated liners, Figure 11.
Figure 10: Acoustical Discharge Plenum
Variable Air Volume Control
• Energy saving advanced technology variable frequency
drive (VFD), fan speed control is available with the
convenience and cost savings of factory mounting and
testing.
Figure 12: Variable Frequency Drive Controller
Figure 11: Foam Insulation and Sound Baffles
• All VFD selections are plenum rated and are conveniently
mounted within the control panel.
• MicroTech III controls provide advanced duct static pressure
control and controlled by either single or two-duct static
pressure sensors.
• A manually activated bypass contactor is available to allow
system operation even in the event of drive service.
• All VAV systems include an adjustable, duct high-limit
switch to protect duct work from excessive pressure.
Economizer Options
Waterside Economizer
• An energy saving, waterside economizer package, an
available option on all return air unit.
• Includes factory mounted 4-row [chemically cleanable coil]
[mechanically cleanable coil], control valves and piping.
• Rated for 300 psig as standard [450 psig] waterside working
pressure and the entire coil and piping assembly is factory
leak tested.
• Factory integrated MicroTech III controller to control
economizer operation and maximize free cooling potential.
• Unit enables economizer operation whenever cooling tower
water temperature is less than the unit entering air
temperature by a field adjustable value, generally 5-7°F.
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McQuay Self-Contained Systems
Mechanically Cleanable
Economizer Coil
• To save energy with a variable pumping system control
valves operation can be selected to maintain full flow
through the unit at all times or to isolate the unit from the
condenser water loop when there is no call for cooling.
• To extend free cooling savings, economizer operation can be
enabled during mechanical cooling.
• Unit enables mechanical cooling only when the economizer
valve is driven 90% open and cooling load is not satisfied.
• Economizer control will maintain full free cooling capability
until disabled by the economizer changeover set point.
• T o help protect against coil freeze-up an optional factory
• To extend free cooling savings, economizer operation can be
enabled during mechanical cooling.
• Unit enables mechanical cooling only when the economizer
damper is driven 90% open and cooling load is not satisfied.
• Economizer control will maintain full free cooling capability
until disabled by the economizer changeover set point.
Condenser Head Pressure Control
• Unit requires condenser head pressure control for
applications where a waterside economizer package is not
being used and entering condenser water temperatures can
be less than 55°F.
• Optional two-way valve provides accurate head pressure
control for condenser entering water temperatures as low as
40degree F
Filter Section
• Selection flexibility includes face loaded rack with non-
gasketed frames and filter clips.
• Unit features 2-inch filter option available in 30% (MERV 7)
& 75% (MERV 13) nominal efficiency
• Longer lasting 4-inch filters higher filtration option is
available in 30% (MERV 8) & 65% (MERV 11), 75%
(MER V 13) & 85% (MERV 14) nominal efficiency with and
without 2-inch or 4-inch 30% pre-filter.
Airside Economizer
• A mixing box containing outdoor air, return air and exhaust
air dampers are available using the McQuay Vision™ air
handling unit platform.
• Factory integrated MicroTech III controller controls
economizer operation and maximize free cooling potential.
• Airside economizer control package available to control
field installed mixing dampers capable of 100% outside
airflow.
• Unit enables economizer operation whenever outside air
enthalpy , comparative enthalpy or dry bulb temperature
changeover provides control flexibility to bring in most
amount of outside air for free cooling.
• Economizer damper control actuator modulates in response
to the cooling load.
• MicroTech III controller positions outside air damper to
maintain minimum ventilation requirements when
economizer is not in operation.
Figure 14: 4 Inch Filters
Blank Sections
• Available to mount air blenders, pre-heat coils, sound
attenuators or other specialty equipment using the McQuay
Vision™ air handling unit platform and shipped loose.
• Allow customization for maximum system performance and
efficiency and reduce design and installation costs.
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McQuay Self-Contained Systems
Electrical
• Units are completely wired and tested at the factory prior
shipment.
• Wiring complies with NEC requirements and all applicable
UL standards.
• For ease of use, wiring and electrical components are
number coded and labeled according to the electrical
diagram whenever applicable.
• Supply air fan motors, compressor motors and electric heat
all branch circuits have individual short circuit protection.
• Control circuit power is supplied through a factory installed,
low voltage transformer.
• The supply fan motor circuit includes a three phase
contactor and ambient compensated overload protection
with manual reset.
• Each refrigerant circuit includes both a high and low
pressure cutout switch.
• A terminal block is provided for the single, main power
connection and a terminal board is provided for low voltage
control wiring.
• A factory mounted, non-fused main circuit interrupter is
available for disconnecting the main electrical power to the
unit.
• Dual power blocks or disconnect switches are available to
accommodate requirements for standby, emergency power
supplies.
Heating Section
Hot Water Heat
• Multiple coil selections offered to size heating output to
application needs.
• Hot water coils are 5/8-in. O.D. copper tube/ aluminum fin
design with patented HI-F5 fins.
• Rated in accordance with ARI Standard 430.
• Pre-heating control fully integrated into the unit’s
MicroTech III control system is available using the McQuay
Vision™ air handling unit platform.
• Available with factory-mounted freezestat.
Steam Heat
• Steam heating coils are 5/8-in. O.D. copper tube/aluminum
fin jet distributing type with patented HI-F5 fin design.
• Rated in accordance with ARI Standard 430.
• Multiple different steam coil selections offered to size
heating output to application needs.
• Pre-heating control fully integrated into the unit’s
MicroTech III control system is available using the McQuay
Vision™ air handling unit platform.
• Available with factory-mounted freezestat.
Electric Heat
• Factory assembled, installed and tested.
• Two stage capability for application flexibility.
• Durable low watt density nickel chromium elements for
longer life.
• Entire heat bank protected by a linear high limit control with
each heater element protected by an automatic reset high
limit control.
• Fuses provided in each branch circuit.
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System Flexibility with Unit Options
Along with providing high quality and state-of-the-art
innovation, SWP self-contained systems offer customized
flexibility to satisfy a wide range of diverse applications.
System Flexibility with Unit Options
discharge orientations. Piping and fan arrangement flexibility
can simplify mechanical equipment room arrangement,
improve installation costs, and total system performance.
Selection/Application Flexibility
Nominal cooling capacities range from 12 to 130 tons. In
addition, all units offer multiple compressor selections to meet
exacting system requirements. The flexibility to optimize the
self-contained system to fit the application is a McQuay SWP
advantage. Available system applications include the
following:
• VAV dischar ge air temperature control with static pressure control.
• Discharge air temperature control with constant air volume.
• Constant volume, zone temperature control.
• 100% outside air control.
• Dehumidification control, with or without reheat control.
In addition to compressor/coil flexibility, SWP systems offer
single width, single inlet, air foil fans with factory-mounted
variable frequency drives for maximizing VAV system fan
performance. High efficiency fan capability coupled with
extensive compressor flexibility provide the right system
selection for the application.
Arrangement Flexibility
All SWP systems offer the flexibility of right-hand and lefthand piping and control panel arrangements and multiple fan
Optimal Discharge Air Temperature
More and more system engineers are designing optimal
discharge air temperature systems to improve system
performance and system first cost; the McQuay SWP provides
the flexibility to do it successfully. Optimal discharge air
temperature systems are designed to provide unit leaving air
temperature selections of 52°F to 53°F versus more
conventional systems that supply air at temperatures closer to
58°F . This five to six degree reduction in air temperature to the
room diffusers can subsequently reduce the required supply air
volume to the room by 20% to 25%.
The benefits of optimal discharge air temperature systems
become quite apparent with a look at the advantages offered
with reduced supply air cfm airflow:
• Reduced first cost and installation cost by allowing
smaller duct sizes and a smaller air distribution system.
• Reduced bhp requirements. Depending on changes in
duct size and the resulting total static pressure, a 20%
reduction in supply air cfm can reduce fan bhp requirements by 25% or more.
• Reduced fan sound power generation and a quieter room
environment.
• Reduced equipment room size may be possible due to
using a physically smaller unit size.
• Filtration Flexibility.
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System Flexibility with Unit Options
Controllers
MicroTech III DDC control systems provide constant volume,
variable air volume, 100% outside air, and/or dehumidification
control flexibility . See “MicroTech III Unit Controller” section
for more information.
Summary of Available Options
• Multiple different compressor/coil capacity selections
• Mult ip le control options: VAV, CV, 100% O A, dehumidification
• Nonfused main power disconnect switch
• Dual nonfused main disconnect switches
• Nonaveraging freezestat for hot water or waterside economizer coil protection
• Unit phase failure/under voltage protection
• Premium efficiency fan motors
• TEFC fan motors
• Condenser water flow switch
• 4-row waterside economizer system
• Air cycle economizer system
• Modulating hot water heat control
• Staged electric heat
• Multi direction, acoustic discharge plenum
• Factory-mounted and factory-controlled variable frequency drives
• High efficiency filtration options
• Right-hand and left-hand piping se lections
• Multiple fan discharge arrangements
• Head pressure control valve
• Special coil coatings
• Double wall cabinet construction
• Seismic fan isolation
• Independent refrigerant circuit units offer the following
options:
• Five-row or six-row DX coils with enhanced heat transfer surfaces
• R-410A refrigerant
• Service and shut off valves on liquid and discharge
Figure 15: MicroTech III DDC Co ntroller
R-410A Refrigerant
McQuay SWP units with independent refrigerant circuits are
available with non-ozone depleting R-410A refrigerant.
Features
• R-410A refrigerant is environmentally friendly with zero
ozone depleting allowance (ODP). Customers have no
phase out and replacement concerns.
• Units are factory engineered for proper cooling performance using R-410A.
• R-410A efficiency is excellent. McQuay R-410A SWP
units are available with EERs that exceed ASHRAE 90.1-
2010.
• Units are factory charged with R-410A and synthetic oil
(such as POE), and they include components and controls
specifically tailored to R-410A.
• R-410A refrigerant is a blend, but the glide is negligible.
This is not true for R-407C. If R-407C leaks, the remaining charge may not have a proper mix of components. R410A does not have this problem so leaks are easier to
repair.
• Units are factory tested prior to shipment.
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MicroTech III Unit Controls
McQuay SWP systems continue to provide industry leading
performance, equipped with a complete MicroTech III control
system. In addition to providing stable, efficient temperature,
and static pressure control, the controller is capable of
providing comprehensive diagnostics, alarm monitoring, and
alarm specific component shutdown if critical equipment
conditions occur. The unit controllers are factory mounted and
configured for stand-alone operation or integration with a
building automation system (BAS) through an optional
communication module with our Open Choices feature.
Open Choices Benefits for Easy Integration
Easy, low cost integration into most building automation
systems without costly gateway panels.
• Flexibility to select either BACnet® or L
communication. Units are LonMark® 3.4 certified with the
appropriate communications module for L
networks.
• Comprehensive unit control and status information is
available at the BAS regardless of communication protocol.
• Long-term choices for equipment adds or replacements, and
for service support.
• Flexible alarm notification and prioritization with Intrinsic
Alarm Management (BACnet).
• Simplified BAS integration with the ability to set network
parameters at the unit controller, reducing installation time
and costs.
• Easy monitoring and troubleshooting of communication
status from the unit controller to the BAS.
ONWORKS®
ONWORKS
MicroTech III Unit Controls
Components
Each SWP self-contained system is equipped with a complete
MicroTech III unit control system that is pre-engineered,
preprogrammed, and factory tested prior to shipment. Each of
the MicroTech III unit control systems is composed of several
components that are individually replaceable for ease of
service. These components include:
• Unit controller with user interface display and navigation
wheel
• Optional expansion modules
• Communication module (optional)
• Pressure transducers
• Unit-mounted temperature sensors
• Zone temperature sensor packages
• Humidity sensor
Main Control Board (MCB)
The main control board (MCB) contains a microprocessor that
is preprogrammed with the software necessary to control the
unit. This provides that schedules, set points and parameters
are not lost, even during a long-term power outage. The
microprocessor board processes system input data and then
determines and controls output responses. An RS-232
communication port is provided as standard to allow for direct
or modem access with a PC-based service tool.
Expansion Modules
These boards are used to expand the input and output
capability of the unit controller. Each board communicates via
serial data communications. These microprocessor based
boards provide independent operation and alarm response even
if communication is lost with the unit controller.
Communication Module
An optional communication module provides the means to
factory or field configure MicroTech III unit controls for
interoperability with an independent BAS. Communication
modules are available to support industry recognized
communication protocols including BACnet MS/TP, BACnet/
IP and L
Figure 16: MicroTech III Keypad Display
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ONWORKS.
MicroTech III Unit Controls
Keypad/Display
All MicroTech III unit controllers include a push/pull
navigation wheel and display. The display is a supertwist
nematic type with highly visible black characters on a yellow
background. The 5-line by 22-character format allows for easy
to understand plain English display messages. All operating
conditions, system alarms, control parameters and schedules
can be monitored from the keypad/display. If the correct
password has been entered, any adjustable parameter or
schedule can be modified from the keypad.
Temperature and Humidity Sensors
With the exception of the zone, outside air and return air
sensors, all temperature sensors are factory installed and
tested. Zone sensor packages are available to suit any
application. A humidity sensor is available for field
installation.
Static Pressure Transducers
All pressure transducers are factory installed and tested.
Connection and routing of field-supplied sampling tubes is
done at time of unit installation.
Zone Temperature Sensors
Two optional zone temperature sensors are available:
• Zone sensor with tenant override switch
• Zone sensor with tenant override switch and remote set
point adjustment
Timed tenant override is a standard MicroTech III
control feature.
Zone sensors are required for the controller’s purge cycle,
space reset of supply air set point, and night setback or setup
features. All zone sensors are field installed with field wiring
terminated at a separate, clearly marked terminal strip.
Stand-alone Controller Features
MicroTech III applied rooftop unit controls includ e all of th e
essential features required to make them capable of completely
independent, stand-alone operation.
Internal Time Clock
An internal, battery-backed time clock is included in the
MicroTech III unit controller. Current date and time can be
quickly and easily set at the user interface keypad.
Internal Schedule
Seven daily schedules and one holiday schedule can be entered
at the keypad of all unit controllers. For each of these eight
schedules, one start and one stop time can be entered. Up to 10
holiday periods, of any duration, can be designated. The unit
will automatically run according to the holiday schedule on the
holiday dates. To handle special occasions, an additional ‘one
event’ schedule can also be used.
In lieu of its internal schedule, the unit can be operated
according to a network schedule from a BAS.
External Time Clock or Tenant Override Input
An input is supplied that can be used to accept a field wired
start/stop signal from a remote source. An external time clock,
a tenant override switch, or both may be connected. Whenever
the external circuit is closed, the controller overrides the
internal schedule (if activated) and places the unit into the
occupied mode.
If the internal schedule or a BAS network schedule is used,
field wiring is not required.
Timed Tenant Override
Off-hour operation flexibility is a must in today’s office
environments and even stand-alone MicroTech III controls
handle it with ease. When unit operation is desired during
unoccupied hours, initiate timed tenant override by pressing
the tenant override button on either of the optional zone sensor
packages. The unit then starts and runs in the occupied mode
for a keypad-adjustable length of time (up to five hours ). If th e
button is pressed again while the unit is operating, the timer
resets to the full time allowance without interrupting unit
operation. Tenant override operation also can be initiated by a
BAS.
Three Remote Set Point Adjustment Options
1 Remote user interface option (RUI).
2 Building automation system (BAS). See “Open Choices
Benefits for Easy Integration” on page 15.
3
All constant air volume-zone temperature control (CAVZTC) unit controllers include an input that can be used to
remotely adjust the zone cooling and heating set points.
To use this feature, wire the optional zone sensor
package with set point adjustment to the controller. The
remote set point adjustment feature can be enabled or
disabled from the keypad at any time. When enabled,
remote set point adjustment is available even if the return
temperature is selected to be the Control Temperature.
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Auto/Manual Operation Selection
Automatic or manual operation can be controlled either
remotely or at the keypad.
All controllers include three inputs that can be used to enable
or disable cooling, heating, and fan operation from remote
switches. With the “heat enable” and “cool enable” terminals,
the operator can enable cooling, heating, or both as desired.
Using the system “off” terminals, the operator can disable the
fans, and thus the entire unit.
From the keypad, there are a variety of occupancy and auto!
manual control mode selections available to the operator:
• Control modes
– Off manual
– Auto
– Heat/cool
– Cool only
– Heat only
– Fan only
Compressor Lead-lag Selection
All unit controllers are capable of automatic compressor, leadlag control.
Waterside Economizer Changeover
On units equipped with a waterside economizer package, the
MicroTech III unit controller includes an internal changeover
strategy that compares entering cooling tower water
temperature to the unit’s mixed air temperature. If the entering
water temperature is less than the mixed air temperature by a
field-adjustable differential (typically 5°F to 7ºF), the
economizer control valve modulates in response to the cooling
load.
Airside Economizer Changeover Selection
On units equipped with an economizer, there are three methods
of determining whether the outdoor air is suitable for free
cooling: two methods sense enthalpy (dry bulb temperature
and humidity) and one senses outdoor air dry bulb
temperature.
The two enthalpy changeover methods use external, factory
installed controls. One compares the outdoor ambient enthalpy
to a set point; the other is a solid state device that compares the
outdoor ambient enthalpy to the return air enthalpy. This
comparative enthalpy control can improve total economizer
performance.
All unit controls include an internal dry bulb changeover
strategy that can be selected at the keypad. When this method
is selected, the controller compares the outdoor air dry-bulb
temperature to a keypad programmable set point. The external
enthalpy control input is then ignored.
Cooling and Heating Lockout Control
All unit controls include separate keypad programmable set
points for locking out mechanical cooling and heating.
Mechanical cooling is locked out when the outdoor
temperature is below the cooling lockout set point; heating is
locked out when the outdoor temperature is above the heating
lockout set point. This feature can save energy cost by
eliminating unnecessary heating and cooling during warm-up
or cool-down periods or when the outdoor ai r tem perature is
mild.
Night Setback and Setup Control
When one of the zone temperature sensors is connected to the
unit controller, night setback heating and night setup cooling
control are available. Separate, keypad programmable night
heating and cooling set points are used to start the unit when
necessary. After the unit starts, night setback and setup control
is similar to normal occupied control except that the minimum
outside air damper position is set to zero. If the outside air is
suitable for free cooling, it is used during night setup
operation.
Except for 100% outside air applications, night setback control
is available even if the unit is not equipped with any heating
equipment. When the space temperature falls to the night
setback set point, the fans simply start and run until the
temperature rises above the differential. This feature might be
useful for applications that use, for example, duct-mounted
reheat coils.
Morning Warm-up Control
If the Control Temperature (space or return) is below set point
when the unit enters the occupied mode, the morning warm-up
control function will keep the outs
heat is supplied to satisfy set point. The outside air damper will
remain closed until either the space temperature rises to the
heating set point or the keypad adjustable morning warm-up
timer expires (default is 90 minutes). The morning warm-up
timer supplies the minimum required amount of outdoor air
after a certain time regardless of the space temperature.
Morning warm-up control is automatically included on all
except 100% outside air units. It is available even if the unit is
ide air dampers closed while
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Condenser Head Pressure Control (units without
waterside economizer only)
Mechanical cooling is allowed whenever the entering cooling
tower water temperature is 55ºF or warmer, without the use of
head pressure control. When the entering water temperature is
below 55ºF , a factory-installed and factory-controlled two-way
modulating head pressure control valve can be utilized. The
regulating valve is controlled by the MicroTech III controller
to maintain refrigerant head pressure.
Outdoor Air Purge Control (units with airside
economizer only)
Purge control is designed to take advantage of cool early
morning outside air conditions. It starts the fans and modulates
the economizer dampers to maintain occupied cooling
requirements during unoccupied periods, if conditions are
appropriate. This provides the opportunity to flush the space
with fresh outdoor air prior to occupancy. Purge operation is
possible only during a keypad-adjustable time window prior to
occupancy (0 to 240 minutes). When the purge-cycle is active,
mechanical cooling is disabled. To use the purge feature,
connect one of the zone temperature sensors to the unit
controller. Below is a description of purge control operation.
During the purge time window, the unit starts and runs
whenever these three requirements are met:
• The space temperature must be warm enough to enable
occupied cooling.
• The outside air enthalpy must be low enough to enable
the economizer.
• The outside air temperature must be at least 3°F less than
the space temperature.
When any one of these conditions is no longer true, the unit
shuts down. As conditions allow, purge cycles the unit in this
manner until it enters the occupied mode.
Proportional Integral (PI) Control
The Proportional Integral (PI) control algorithm controls
modulating actuators to maintain a measured variable
(temperature or pressure) at or near its set point. For example,
it controls economizer dampers to maintain the discharge
cooling set point and it controls the supply fan variable
frequency drives to maintain the duct static pressure set point.
The integral control feature effectively eliminates
“proportional droop” (load dependent offset) resulting in the
tightest possible control.
For each PI loop, four keypad adjustable parameters allow the
control loop to be properly tuned for any application:
•Period
• Dead band
• Proportional band
• Integral time
Appropriate default values for these parameters are loaded into
each controller. These default values will provide proper
control for most applications; therefore, field tuning is usually
not required and thus start-up time is reduced.
Change Algorithm
The PI function is also used to adjust set points instead of
controlling variable speed drives or actuators directly. For
example, in zone control applications, the PI loop
automatically “changes” the discharge temperature set point
(cooling or heating) as the Control Temperature deviates from
the zone set point. Another PI loop then controls the
economizer actuator or heating valve actuator using the current
discharge temperature set point. Unlike a typical
“mastersubmaster” reset strategy, this “cascade control”
continuously adjusts the discharge set point, even if the
Control Temperature’s deviation from set point remains
constant. This means that the unit’s cooling or heating output
is set according to the actual load, not just the current zone
temperature. The tightest possible zone temperature control
results because “proportional droop” (load dependent offset) is
eliminated.
Calibrate
When initiated at the keypad by an operator, the Calibrate
function automatically calibrates all actuator position feedback
inputs and all pressure transducer inputs. It does this by
shutting the unit down and then driving all actuators to the full
closed and full open positions. The controller records the input
voltage values that correspond to these positions. The pressure
transducer input voltages, which are assumed for 0.00-in.
W.C., are also recorded. When Calibrate is finished, enter an
operator command at the keypad to start the unit.
Field Output Signals
All MicroTech III controls include two solid-state relay
outputs that are available for field connection to any
suitable device: the remote alarm output and the occupied
output. These two outputs are used to signal field equipment of
unit status.
Remote Alarm Output: The remote alarm output can be
used to operate a 24 volt relay to provide a remote alarm
signal to a light, audible alarm,
alarm condition exists at the unit.
Fan Operation Output: The fan operation output is used
to operate a 24 volt relay to control field equipment that
depends on fan operation; for instance, to open field
installed isolation dampers or VAV boxes. To allow actuators enough time to stroke, the fan operation output is
energized three minutes before the fans start. It then
remains energized until thirty seconds after the unit airflow switch senses no airflow. The fan operation output is
on whenever the unit airflow switch senses airflow.
Outside Air Damper output: Use to signal an outside air
damper actuator to open whenever the unit is in an occupied cooling or heating condition.
or other device when an
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Standard Control Options
SWP Self-Contained systems are available for most any
constant or variable air volume application. MicroTech III
controls offer three basic control configurations that use
sophisticated state change control logic to provide stable,
reliable and efficient control:
• Variable air volume with discharge temperature control
(DAC)
• Constant air volume with zone temperature control (S
CC)
• Constant air volume with discharge temperature control
(DAC)
When combined with MicroTech III’s many available control
capabilities, both factory-installed and keypad-programmable,
these three basic configurations can be customized to meet the
requirements of the most demanding applications.
Variable Air Volume with Discharge Temperature
Control (DTC)
All VAV units provide true discharge temperature control in
addition to duct static pressure control. Cooling only, cooling
with single-stage “morning warm-up” heat, and cooling with
modulating heat configurations are available.
Control Temperature
The Control Temperature make s the heat/cool changeover
decision. It determines whether cooling or heating is enabled;
the discharge temperature then determines whether cooling or
heating is actually supplied. At the keypad, the operator can
choose the source of the Control Temperature from among the
following selections.
• Space temperature sensor
• Return temperature sensor
• Outside air temperature sensor (modulating heat only)
• Network communication
The operator enters separate cool and heat enable set points
and deadbands that the Control Te mperature is compared with
(see Figure 17). When the Control Temperature is greater than
or equal to the cooling set point plus DB/2, cooling is enabled.
When the Control Temperature is less than or equal to the heat
set point minus DB/2, heating is enabled. If desired, these set
points and differentials can be set so that there is a dead band
in which both cooling and heating are disabled. The
controller’s software prevents simultaneous cooling and
heating.
Figure 17: Control Temper a ture Logi c
Constant Air Volume with Zone Temperature Control
(SCC)
SCC units are available in either cooling only or cooling with
modulating heat configurations. Either of these configurations
is available for 100% recirculated, mixed, or 100% outdoor air
applications.
Constant Air Volume with Discharge Temperature
Control (DTC)
DTC units are available in cooling only, cooling with singlestage “morning warm-up” heat, or cooling with modulating
heat configurations. This unit configuration can be used for
applications that have zone controlled terminal heating coils or
for constant volume, 100% outdoor air applications. The
discharge temperature control strategies used with the hybrid
DTC unit are identical to those used with the DTC unit.
Discharge Temperature Control
MicroTech III VAV-DTC and CAV-DTC controls provide
sophisticated and flexible discharge air temperature control
that is only possible with DDC systems. Separate discharge air
temperature set points are used for cooling and modulating
heating control. At the keypad, the operator can either enter the
desired set points or select separate reset methods and
parameters for each set point.
Proportional Integral Modulation
When operating in economizer free cooling or unit heating, the
previously described PI algorithm maintains discharge
temperature control. It provides precise control of the
economizer dampers, modulating gas heat, steam or hot water
valves.
Compressor Staging
Two staging algorithms are available to control a unit’s
multiple steps of capacity control, Degree-Time (also known
as “average”) and Nearest. These control algorithms provide
reliable discharge temperature control while managing
compressor cycling rates. Constraints on compressor staging
are essential for preventing short cycling, which can reduce
compressor life by causing improper oil return and excessive
heat buildup in the motor windings.
The Degree-Time Compressor staging algorithm keeps track
of the discharge temperature and stages cooling up or down to
maintain an average temperature that is equal to the discharge
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cooling set point. A stage change can occur only (1) after the
keypad adjustable inter-stage timer has expired (f ive minute
default setting) and (2) if the discharge temperature is outside a
keypad programmed dead band. After these two conditions
have been met, staging occurs as the controller attempts to
equalize two running totals: degree-time above set point and
degree-time below set point. The result is that the average
discharge temperature is maintained at the cooling set point.
The Nearest Compressor staging algorithm keeps track of the
discharge temperature and stages cooling up or down to
maintain the discharge temperature as close as possible to set
point. A stage change can occur only (1) after the keypad
adjustable inter-stage timer has expired (five minute default
setting) and (2) if the control logic calculates that a stage
change will result in a discharge temperature closer to set point
than the existing condition. The controller logic continually
calculates the expected effect of a stage change and uses this
information before making a change. A change is made only if
it will bring the discharge temperature closer to set point,
resulting in a more consistent discharge temperature, reduced
compressor cycling and more stable control VAV box control.
Supply Air Reset
By automatically varying the discharge air temperature to suit
a building’s cooling or heating needs, supply air temperature
reset can increase the energy efficiency of VAV and CA V-DTC
systems. MicroTech III controllers offer a variety of different
reset strategies that can be selected at the keypad. Because
they are keypad programmable, reset strategies can be changed
or eliminated as desired. Separate strategies can be selected for
both cooling and modulating heat. If reset is not desired, a
fixed discharge cooling or heating set point can be entered.
The following reset methods are available:
• Space temperature
• Return temperature
• Outdoor air temperature
• Supply airflow (VAV, cooling set point only)
• External 0–10 VDC or 0–20 mA signal
• Network communication
For all temperature reset methods, the mini mum and maximum
cooling and heating set points are keypad programmable along
with the corresponding minimum and maximum space, return
or outdoor air temperature parameters. For the supply airflow
method, the discharge set point will be reset as the supply fan
modulates between 30% adjustable and 100% adjustable. For
the external method, the discharge set point will be reset as the
voltage or current signal varies over its entire range. For units
in a BAS network, the discharge set points are reset via the
communication signal.
Zone Temperature Control
MicroTech III CAV-ZTC controls provide the sophisticated
and flexible zone temperature control that is only possible with
DDC systems. Zone temperature sensors are available with or
without a remote set point adjustment. With the remote
adjustment model, the space set point can be set at the keypad
or at the zone sensor package. Even if a zone sensor is
connected, remote set point adjustment can be enabled or
disabled as desired at the keypad.
Control Temperature
The Control Temperature is the representative zone
temperature. When compared with the zone set points, the
Control Temperature determines whether the unit supplies
heating, cooling, or neither. It also determines the amount of
cooling or heating required to satisfy the load. Its source can
be selected at the keypad from among the following selections:
• Zone temperature sensor
• Return temperature sensor
Because it is the representative zone temperature, the Control
Temperature is the primary input to the MicroTech III zone
temperature control algorithms. Control Temperature
parameters are described below. The controller’s software will
prevent cooling and heating from being inadvertently enabled
at the same time.
Change and Proportional Integral Modulation
When economizer “free” cooling or unit heating is required,
the two MicroTech III PI loops combine for cascade-type
control, providing the tightest possible zone temperature
control. By controlling the discharge temperature along with
the zone temperature, these functions eliminate temperature
variations near the diffusers that could otherwise occur as a
result of traditional zone control’s inherent lag effect.
Change: If the Control Temperatur e is above or below the
set point by more than the dead band, the Change PI loop
periodically adjusts the cooling
temperature set point either up or down as necessary. The
amount of this set point change corresponds to the Control
Temperature’s position in the modulation range. The farther the Control Temperature is from the set point, the
greater the discharge set point change will be. The
Change-adjusted discharge cooling and heating set points
are limited to ranges defined by keypad programmable
maximum and minimum values.
PI: Using the Change function’s current discharge set
point, the PI function maintains precise discharge temper-
or heating discharge air
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Compressor Staging
Compressor staging is controlled directly by the Control
Temperature. When the Control Temperature is warmer than
the zone cooling set point, cooling is staged up; when the
Control Temperature is cooler than the zone cooling set point,
cooling is staged down. However, a stage change can only
occur when the Control Temperature is outside the dead band
(see Figure 18). Staging is constrained by an inter-stage delay
timer (five minute default setting) and minimum and
maximum discharge air temperature limits (all keypad
programmable). These constraints protect the compressors
from short cycling while eliminating temperature variations
near the diffusers.
Figure 18: Compressorized Logic
Project Ahead Algorithm
Because the inherent lag effect in zone temperature control
applications can cause overshoot during warm-up or cooldown periods, MicroTech III features a “Project Ahead”
control algorithm. Project Ahead calculates the rate at which
the Control Temperature is changing and reduces the unit’s
cooling or heating output as the zone temperature nears its set
point, essentially eliminating overshoot.
Duct Static Pressure Control
On all VAV-DTC units, duct static pressure control is
maintained by the PI algorithm, which provides precise control
of the supply fan variable speed drive. The keypad
programmable set point can be set between 0.20-in. W.C. and
4.00-in. W.C.
On larger buildings with multiple floors, multiple trunk runs or
large shifts in load due to solar effects (east/west building
orientation), an optional second duct static sensor is offered.
The MicroT ech III controller automatically selects and uses the
lower of the two sensed pressures to control fan volume to
provide adequate static pressure to the most demanding space
at all times.
Operating States
Operating states define the current overall status of the selfcontained system. At the user interface, the operator can
display the current operating state and thereby quickly assess
the unit’s operating condition.
Alarm Management and Control
MicroTech III unit controllers are capable of sophisticated
alarm management and controlled response functions. Each
alarm is prioritized, indicated, and responded to with the
appropriate action. The active alarm (up to 10 alarms, arranged
by alarm priority) and previous alarm (up to 25 alarms, arrange
by date/time cleared), each with a time and date stamp, can be
displayed at the user interface. Generally speaking, whenever a
current alarm is cleared, it is logged as a previous alarm and
the oldest previous alarm is removed.
Alarm Priority
The various alarms that can occur are prioritized according to
the severity of the problem. See Table 1. Three alarm
categories are used: faults, problems, and warnings.
1 Faults are the highest priority alarms. If a fault condition
occurs, the complete unit shuts down until the alarm
condition is gone and the fault is manually cleared at the
keypad. A fault example is Fan Fail alarm.
2 Problems are the next lower priority to alarms. If a
problem occurs, the complete unit does not shut down,
but its operation is modified to compensate for the alarm
condition. A problem automatically clears when the
alarm condition that caused it is gone. Compressor Fail is
an example of a problem where only the affected
compressor is shut down.
3 Warnings are the lowest priority alarms. No control
action is taken when a warning occurs; it is indicated to
alert the operator that the alarm condition needs
attention. To make sure that they are read, the operator
must manually clear all warnings. Dirty Filter indication
is an example of a warning.
Generally, a specific alarm condition generates an alarm that
falls into only one of these categories. Under different sets of
circumstances, however, the freezestat and most of the sensor
failure alarm conditions can generate alarms that fall into
multiple categories.
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Adjustable Alarm Limits
Four alarm indications have adjustable limits that are used to
trigger the alarm. The high return temperature alarm and the
high and low supply temperature alarms are adjusted at the
user interface. The dirty filter alarm(s) is adjusted at the
sensing device.
Table 1: MicroTech III Alarm Summary
Alarm NameFaultProblemWarning
FreezeXX
SmokeX
Temperature Sensor
Failure
Duct High LimitX
High Return TemperatureX
High Discharge
Temperature
Low Discharge
Temperature
Fan FailureX
Fan RetryX
Discharge Air Capacity
Feedback
Economizer StuckXX
Auxillary Control Board
Enabled
Low AirflowX
Circuit 1–8
High Pressure
Circuit 1–8
Low Pressure/Frost
Compressor 1–8 Motor
Protection
Compressor 1–8 FailureX
Airflow Switch
(False Airflow)
Dirty FilterX
XX
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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Application Considerations
Evaporator Coil
Motor
Control Panel
Airflow
24"
See Note
18"
or
24"
36"
42"
Rear Side
Front Side
Opposite
Access
Side
Access
Side
NOTE: If water and condenser drains are on the motor side, 24" is required.
This section contains basic application and installation
guidelines to consider as part of the detailed analysis of any
project.
General
Units are intended for use in normal heating, ventilating, and
air conditioning applications. Consult your local McQuay sales
representative for
• Applications involving operation at high entering condenser water temperatures; high altitudes; or noncataloged voltages.
• Applications requiring modified or special control
sequences.
• Job-specific unit selections that fall outside of the range
of the catalog tables, such as 100% outside air applications.
For proper operation, rig units following instructions in IM
1032. If fire dampers are required, install them in the ductwork
according to local codes. Space is not provided for these
dampers in the unit.
Explicitly follow factory check, test, and start procedures for
satisfactory start-up and operation (see IM 1032).
Many self-contained system applications take advantage of the
significant energy savings provided by the use of economizer
operation. When a water economizer system is used,
mechanical refrigeration typically is not required below an
entering condenser water temperature of 55°F. Standard
McQuay self-contained systems are designed to operate with
entering water temperatures down to 50°F when a water
economizer is used and 55°F with no water economizer. For
applications where a water economizer system cannot be used,
a modulating head pressure control system is available to
permit operation at entering condenser water temperatures
below 55°F.
Application Considerations
Unit Location
The floor must be structurally strong enough to support the
unit with minimum deflection (see “Unit Weights” starting on
page 66). Provide proper structural support to minimize sound
and vibration transmission. Consider a concrete floor. Extra
design consideration is required when installing on a wooden
structure. Install units level from front-to-back and over their
length.
Locate unit fresh air intakes away from building flue stacks,
exhaust ventilators, and areas containing automot i ve or other
exhaust to prevent the possible introduction of contaminated
air to the system. Consult code requirements for minimum
fresh air volumes.
Allow sufficient space around the unit for service and
maintenance clearance. Refer to Figure 19 for recommended
service/maintenance clearances and “Recommended
Clearances” on page 61. Locate equipment room access doors
in a manner that can assist in service access if needed (e.g.,
coil removal). Contact your local McQuay sales representative
if reduced service/maintenance clearances are required.
Where code considerations such as the NEC require extended
clearances, they take precedence over minimum service/
maintenance clearances.
Figure 19: Recommended Service and Maintainance
Clearances
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Application Considerations
Acoustical Considerations
Good acoustical design is a critical part of any successful
installation and should start at the earliest stages in the design
process. Each of the four common sound paths must be
addressed. They are:
• Radiated sound through the casing of the unit
• Structure-borne vibration
• Airborne sound through the supply air duct
• Airborne sound through the return air duct
Basic guidelines for good acoustical performance include:
1 Always provide proper structural support under the unit.
2 Provide adequate mass in the floor structure, especially
when located over an occupied space where good
acoustics are essential.
3 Seal all supply and return air duct penetrations once the
duct is installed.
4 Don’t overlook the return air path. Always include some
duct work (acoustically-lined drop down elbow) at the
return inlet.
5 Minimize system static pressure losses to reduce fan
sound generation.
6 Select the appropriate unit/fan for the application. Select
fans as close as possible to their peak static efficiency . T o
assist you, peak static efficiency is identified by the first
system curve to the right of the shaded “Do not select”
region on each fan curve. See page 54 through page 60.
7 Design duct systems to minimize turbulence.
8 Account for low frequency duct breakout noise in system
design. Route the first 20' of rectangular duct over
nonsensitive areas and avoid large duct aspect ratios.
Consider round or oval duct to reduce breakout.
Equipment Room
Locate the equipment room away from sound sensitive areas.
Whenever possible, isolate the equipment room from these
areas by locating restrooms, utility rooms, stairwells, hallways,
elevators, etc. around its perimeter. This allows not only
isolation from radiated sound but provides the capability to
route ductwork over less sensitive areas.
Acoustically seal the equipment room with a high quality,
flexible material to prevent air and noise from escaping. Even
a small leak compromises the acoustic performance of the
installation. Design the equipment room door to seal tightly on
a perimeter gasket.
Equipment room wall construction should be concrete block or
offset, double stud. The decision depends on the critical nature
of the application. If offset, use double stud construction. Line
the cavity with glass fiber insulation and use a double layer of
wallboard on each side of the wall.
Ductwork
Fan noise travels through the ductwork to occupied spaces; it
likely is the most challenging to control. Careful duct design
and routing practice is required. The ASHRAE Applications
Handbook discusses sound attenuation relevant to selfcontained system applications. Advances in acoustical science
allow for designing sound levels in a given space if equipment
sound power data is available. Contact your local McQuay
sales representative for sound power data for your specific
application.
Return Duct
The return duct is often overlooked. Duct return air directly to
the unit or into the equipment room. If ducted to the equipment
room, install an elbow within the equipment room. Running a
return air drop near the floor of the room provides added
attenuation. Extend a length of lined ductwork from the
equipment room to a length of 15 feet. The maximum
recommended return air duct velocity is 1000 feet per minute.
Supply Duct
Extend a lined section of supply air duct at least 15 feet from
the equipment room. Using round duct significantly reduces
low frequency sound near the equipment room. If rectangular
duct is used, keep the aspect ratio of the duct as small as
possible. The large flat surfaces associated with large aspect
ratios transmit sound to the space and increase the potential for
duct generated noise such as oil canning. The maximum
recommended supply air duct velocity is 2000 feet per minute.
Factory-designed and factory-built acoustic discharge plenums
are available with multiple outlets to minimize difficult
transitions, tight radius duct connections, and the sound
compromises they can cause. Multiple factory-fabricated
outlet opening sizes are available as well as multiple openings
in a single plenum.
Duct Protection
An adjustable duct high limit switch is standard equipment on
all SWP systems with VAV controls. This is of particular
importance when using fast-acting, normally closed boxes.
The switch is field adjustable; set it to meet the specific rating
of the system ductwork.
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Application Considerations
Two-Way Head Pressure
Control Valve
Vibration Isolation
Make duct connections to the unit or to the acoustic discharge
plenum with a flexible connection. Though flexible piping and
electrical connections are not required, pay attention to these
areas to avoid vibration transmission from outside sources to
the SWP unit.
Condenser Water Piping
Always follow good industry practice in the water piping
system design. Attention to water treatment and proper strainer
application are always necessary. All SWP systems feature
mechanically cleanable condensers and optional waterside
economizer coils. T o allow periodic cleaning of the condensers
and economizer coils, provide isolation valves. Condensers,
economizer coils and hot water coils are provided with vent
and drain connections.
Always review for possible requirements for condenser piping
insulation, especially if cold entering condenser water
conditions (<55°F) will be experienced.
Figure 20: Condensers
Head Pressure Control
If cold entering condenser water conditions (<55°F) will be
experienced, use a waterside economizer or a condenser head
pressure control valve. A two-way, head pressure activated
control valve is available factory installed for these
applications. The head pressure control allows entering
condenser water temperatures as low as 40°F. A head pressure
control valve is not required when the SWP unit is applied
with a factory waterside economizer package.
Figure 21: Head Pressure Control Valves
Variable Air Volume
McQuay SWP units offer variable frequency drives for fan
speed control. VFDs offer reliable operation over a wide range
of airflow, with variable frequency drives offering advantages
McQuay Catalog 860-925
in sound and energy performance. In addition, McQuay offers
the ability to sense duct static pressure in multiple locations,
enhancing control accuracy and helping minimize energy use.
Application Considerations
hp2 = hp
1
density
2
density
1
rpm
2
rpm
1
3
Variable Frequency Drives
Variable frequency drives provide the most efficient means of
variable volume control by taking advantage of the fan law
relation between fan speed (rpm) and fan brake horsepower
(bhp). Also, since airflow reduction is accomplished by
changing fan speed, the noise penalties often associated with
mechanical control devices, e.g., inlet vanes, are not
introduced. The following equation illustrates how fan bhp
varies as the cube of the change in fan speed:
In an ideal system, at 50% fan speed, brake horsepower is
reduced to 12.5% of that at full speed.
Variable frequency control varies the speed of the fan by
adjusting the frequency and voltage to the motor. Keeping a
constant volts/frequency ratio (constant magnetic flux) to the
motor allows the motor to run at its peak efficiency over a
wide range of speeds and resulting fan airflow volumes.
Figure 22: Variable Frequency Drive
Duct Static Pressure Sensor Placement
Static pressure should be sensed near the end of the main duct
trunk(s). Adjust the MicroTech III static pressure control so
that at full airflow all of the terminals receive the minimum
static pressure required plus any downstream resistance.
Control is to the lowest static pressure set point that satisfies
airflow requirements. Lower static pressure set points reduce
fan brake horsepower requirements and fan sound generation.
Locate the static pressure sensor tap in the ductwork in an area
free from turbulence effects and at least 10 duct diameters
downstream and several duct diameters upstream from any
major interference, including branch takeoffs. The SWP
MicroTech III control system can receive a second duct static
pressure sensor in installations having multiple duct trunks or
significantly varying zones. The control logic maintains static
pressure at both sensors.
Zone Sensor Placement
Placement of the zone temperature sensor is extremely
important to provide proper and economical operation of the
heating and cooling system. Generally, McQuay recommends
locating the space sensor on an inside wall (3 to 5 feet from an
outside wall) in a space having a floor area of at least 400
square feet. Do not locate the sensor below the outlet of a
supply air diffuser, in the direct rays of the sun, on a wall
adjacent to an unheated or abnormally warm room (boiler or
incinerator room), or near any heat producing equipment.
Where zone sensor placement is a problem, all SWP zone
control systems have, as standard, the capability to use the
return air sensor for heating and cooling control.
Filtration
Routinely replace filters to minimize filter loading. As filters
get dirty, the filter pressure drop increases, affecting system
airflow and energy requirements. The effect of filter loading is
the most critical when using high efficiency filters.
When making a fan selection, include a pressure drop
component in the system total static pressure to account for
dirty filters. Use a value midway between clean and dirty filter
ratings. If a minimum airflow is critical, make the fan selection
using the higher, dirty filter pressure drop value. For VAV
systems, consider setting the fan control device so part of its
modulation range can be used to maintain airflow as filters
become dirty. Following these recommendations should limit
airflow fluctuation as the filters load.
26McQuay Catalog 860-9
Application Considerations
Fan temperature rise =
(fan heat (MBh))
(1.085 × fan cfm)
52°F+ 3°F
leaving
coil
temperature
fan
temperature
rise
= 55°F
discharge
air
temperature
Example:
System Operating Limits
SWP units can be applied in a wide range of system needs.
High cfm/ton or high/low discharge temperature applications
are available. However, for proper system operation, some
application limits do apply.
Airflow
Maximum cfm limits based on coil face velocity are listed in
the Physical Data tables starting on page 31.
Separate minimum design cfm limits by unit size are listed in
the physical data table for constant and variable air volume
applications. Limit fan modulation to 40% of the minimum
design cfm limit. Minimum airflow conditions are dependent
on fan selection criteria also. Contact your McQuay sales
representative to answer questions on minimum airflow
capability or for conditions not shown in this catalog.
VAV box minimum airflow settings should correspond with
the minimum VAV fan operating point. All units are provided
with multigroove, fixed pitch sheaves. During system air
balance, alternate fixed pitch sheaves may be needed to match
final system requirements. Alternate sheaves are available
from McQuay.
Fan Heat
Sensible heat gain from the fan, fan motor, and drives occurs
in all fan systems; consider its effect during equipment
selection. It is an added load in cooling and an added source
when in heating. The majority of the heat gain occurs through
the fan itself, as the air elevates from the low-pressure side to
the high-pressure side of the fan. Moving the motor out of the
air stream has a negligible effect on overall fan heat gain. A
unit with higher fan power requirements/higher fan heat has
less net cooling capability and may not have enough left to
satisfy system loads.
As a rule, typical supply fan heat gain is 3°F. However, fan
heat gain can be calculated quickly once the fan is selected and
the fan brake horsepower is determined. Using Figure 23,
select your fan brake horsepower on the horizontal axis and
move up vertically until you intersect with the heat gain curve.
Then move horizontally to find the fan heat gain in MBh.
Figure 23: Fan and Motor Heat Gain
A draw-through unit has the fan located after the DX cooling
coil. In this arrangement, fan heat is applied as reheat to the
cold, conditioned air coming off of the coil. This arrangement
has a lower sensible heat ratio and higher dehumidification
capability than a blow-through coil arrangement. The
discharge temperature available to the supply duct is always
the sum of the coil leaving air temperature plus the fan
temperature rise. Consider this when selecting the supply air
volume required to satisfy space requirements.
Condenser Water Flow
System capacity tables provide selections for a condenser flow
rate of 3 gpm/ton. For a given entering condenser water
temperature, 3 gpm/ton provides maximum unit performance.
Reducing condenser water flow rates to 2.5 or 2 gpm/ton can
significantly reduce pumping energy costs and reduce piping
costs. Compare and evaluate the reduction in pumping energy
to the change in unit performance. Use the SWP capacity
tables (Table 8, page 36) for condenser flow rates from 2 to 3
gpm/ton, using the appropriate leaving condenser water
temperature column (interpolation is allowed). The minimum
condenser flow rate is 2 gpm/ton.
McQuay Catalog 860-927
Application Considerations
Coil Freeze Protection
Always consider coil freeze protection when applying units in
geographic areas that experience subfreezing temperatures.
Careful design of outside air/return air mixing systems is
critical to minimizing freeze potential. Some applications may
require using glycol and/or preheat coils. No control sequence
Air Density Correction
Fan performance data is based on standard 70°F air
temperature and zero feet altitude (sea level). For applications
other than standard, multiply the density ratio to actual static
pressure values. Density correction factors are expressed as a
function of temperature and altitude in Table 2.
can prevent coil freezing in the event of power failure.
A nonaveraging freezestat control is a factory installed
available option with hot water heat or a waterside
economizer. If a potential freeze condition is sensed, unit water
valves are driven to the full open position, the supply fan deenergizes, and an alarm is indicated.
In nonducted return applications, where the equipment room is
the mixing plenum, consider some form of heat within the
equipment room.
Unit Wiring
All units require 3-phase, 60 Hz, 208, 230, 460, or 575 volt
power or 3-phase, 50 Hz, 400-volt power. Units will operate
satisfactorily at ±10% of rated voltage at the power connection
terminals of the unit. All units include individual branch
circuit fusing of all motor loads and have a single-point power
connection. A factory-mounted, nonfused disconnect switch is
an available option. Install all wiring in accordance with the
NEC and local codes.
Terms of Sale
All products are offered pursuant to McQuay’s standard terms
and conditions of sale including limited product warranty,
which can be accessed at www.McQuay.com.
Table 2: Temperature and Altitude Conversion Factors
Achieving the optimal performance of any system requires
both accurate system design and proper equipment selection.
Factors that control unit selection include applicable codes,
ventilation and filtration requirements, heating and cooling
loads, acceptable temperature differentials, and installation
limitations. McQuay SWP units offer a wide selection of
component options providing the capability to meet diverse
application needs.
The McQuay SelectTools ™ software selection program allows
your local McQuay sales representative to provide you with a
fast, accurate, and complete selection of McQuay SWP units.
Unit selection also can be accomplished through reference to
physical, performance, dimensional and unit weight data
included in this catalog. Due to the variety of cooling system
options available, only a sampling of cooling capacity data is
presented here.
To properly select equipment, follow these steps:
1 Select the unit size and compressor combination.
2 Select the heating system.
3 Select the fan and motor.
The following example illustrates the catalog selection
procedure.
Variable air volume system with fan speed control
Hot water heat
Water economizer system 4" 30% (MERV8) pleated filters
460 V/60 Hz/3 Ph
Double wall construction
R-410A refrigerant Premium efficiency motor
*600 fpm is the design limit per page with tables starting on
Entering hot water temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180°F
Selection Procedure
Step 1: Unit Size Selection
Unit size is based on coil face area and cooling capacity
requirements. Use supply air capacity and maximum face
velocity constraints as a guide for selecting coil dimensions
and cabinet size.
Based on the given data, the appropriate coil face area is
determined as follows:
Minimum face area = cfm/maximum face ve locity
= 21,000 cfm/550 fpm
= 38.2 square feet
Note: Unit data is based on standard air conditions of 70°F at
sea level. See “Application Considerations” on page 23
for temperature/altitude conversion factors for
nonstandard conditions.
Referring to the “Physical Data” tables starting on page 31, the
40.8 square foot coil of the SWP 062HSM satisfies the
requirements.
Step 2: Unit DX Cooling Selection
Since the design cfm is less than the nominal value in the DX
Cooling Capacity Data table, adjust the capacities per tables on
starting on page 36.
Total heat correction multiplier = 0.995
Sensible heat correction multiplier = 0.987
Using the “Performance Data” starting on page 36, the unit
selection is a SWP 062 HS with (2) 13 hp and (2) 15 hp
compressors. Unit performance from the table equals 806.0
TMBh / 587.0 SMBh at 190 gpm. Adjusting for the specified
cfm yields:
Determine hot water capacity from the tables starting on
page 45. After interpolating for the specified cfm, Table 16
indicates a capacity of 1,002.0 MBh.
Step 5: Fan/Motor Selection
Fan/motor selection is based on unit total static pressure and
design airflow. Total static pressure includes the internal air
pressure drops of unit components and external air pressure
drops of supply and return air duct systems. See “Component
Pressure Drops” starting on page 46 for internal pressure drops
of unit components. Values in the table may be interpolated for
the specified cfm.
Total static pressure = internal drops + external drops
= 2.1" + 2.00"
= 4.10" w.g.
Entering the fan curve for the SWP 062 HSM at 21,000 cfm
and 4.10" w.g. yields 18.35 required fan brake horsepower. A
20 horsepower motor can be selected with a 33" diameter fan.
Step 6: Calculating Unit Weight
Referring to the tables starting on page 66.
For an SWP 062 HS:
Supply power wire sizing for a unit is based on the circuit with
the highest amperage draw . All electrical equipment is wired to
a central control panel for either single or optional dual power
connections. Refer to “Electrical Data” on page 65 for FLA
and RLA ratings. Determine Minimum Circuit Ampacity
(MCA) as follows:
MCA = [1.25 × RLA or FLA of largest motor] + [1.00 ×
RLA or FLA of all other loads] + [2 amps (controls)]
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
Note: See Table 14, page 45 to determine unit capacity at other than nominal cfm.
For a computer-generated, job-specific selection, contact your local McQuay sales representative. For 50 Hz applications, derate the total capacity by
0.89; derate the sensible capacity by 0.94. All capacities are gross and do not account for fan motor heat.
Altitude and/or glycol selections are also available.
023 through 03527.89477.234.011685.634.011642.834.011634.2
039 through 05027.89477.234.011685.668.023285.668.023268.4
044 through 06627.89477.234.011685.668.023285.668.023268.4
062 through 08855.6190154.468.0232170.968.023285.668.023268.4
065 through 13055.6190154.468.0232170.968.023285.668.023268.4
Component Pressure Drops
Table 19: SWP 023 through 033 (pressure drop in inches wg)
Note: DX pressure drops are wet coil and economizers are dry coil.
All units must have a DX coil pressure drop.
Based on 32" high plenum with maximum allowed opening.
Standard CoilFiltersDischarge Plenum
2
60.9 ft
EvaporatorEconomizer
2", 30%2", 75%4", 30%4", 65%4", 75%2", 85%
Left &
Right
Large CoilFiltersDischarge Plenum
2
71.3 ft
EvaporatorEconomizer
2", 30%2", 75%4", 30%4", 65%4", 75%2", 85%
Left &
Right
Front
& Back
Front
& Back
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Total Unit Water Pressure Drop
SWP023 through SWP033
Performance Data
Figure 24: Mechanical Cooling Only
Figure 25: Standard Economizer Coil
Figure 26: Mechanical Cooling and WRV
Figure 27: Large Economizer Coil
NOTE: Total water pressure drop varies depending on a units selected options. Only use the specific chart which reflects your
unit. The above figures illustrate total water pressure drop (WPD) for each associated model number.
• Use Figure 24 if no water side economizer coil or water regulating valve is provided.
• Use Figure 25 for standard economizer coils and Figure 27 for large economizer coils.
• Use Figure 26 if a water regulating valve is provided.
McQuay Catalog 860-949
Performance Data
SWP039 through SWP050
Figure 28: Mechanical Cooling Only
Figure 29: Standard Economizer Coil
Figure 30: Mechanical Cooling and WRV
Figure 31: Large Economizer Coil
NOTE: Total water pressure drop varies depending on a units selected options. Only use the specific chart which reflects your
unit. The above figures illustrate total water pressure drop (WPD) for each associated model number.
• Use Figure 28 if no water side economizer coil or water regulating valve is provided.
• Use Figure 29 for standard economizer coils and Figure 31 for large economizer coils.
• Use Figure 30 if a water regulating valve is provided.
50McQuay Catalog 860-9
SWP044 through SWP055
Performance Data
Figure 32: Mechanical Cooling Only
Figure 33: Standard Economizer Coil
Figure 34: Mechanical Cooling and WRV
Figure 35: Large Economizer Coil
NOTE: Total water pressure drop varies depending on a units selected options. Only use the specific chart which reflects your
unit. The above figures illustrate total water pressure drop (WPD) for each associated model number.
• Use Figure 32 if no water side economizer coil or water regulating valve is provided.
• Use Figure 33 for standard economizer coils and Figure 35 for large economizer coils.
• Use Figure 34 if a water regulating valve is provided.
McQuay Catalog 860-951
Performance Data
SWP062 through SWP088
Figure 36: Mechanical Cooling Only
Figure 37: Standard Economizer Coil
Figure 38: Mechanical Cooling and WRV
NOTE: Total water pressure drop varies depending on a units selected options. Only use the specific chart which reflects your
unit. The above figures illustrate total water pressure drop (WPD) for each associated model number.
• Use Figure 36 if no water side economizer coil or water regulating valve is provided.
• Use Figure 37 for standard economizer coils.
• Use Figure 38 if a water regulating valve is provided.
52McQuay Catalog 860-9
SWP065 through SWP130
Performance Data
Figure 39: Mechanical Cooling Only
Figure 40: Standard Economizer Coil
Figure 41: Mechanical Cooling and WRV
Figure 42: Large Economizer Coil
NOTE: Total water pressure drop varies depending on a units selected options. Only use the specific chart which reflects your
unit. The above figures illustrate total water pressure drop (WPD) for each associated model number.
• Use Figure 39 if no water side economizer coil or water regulating valve is provided.
• Use Figure 40 for standard economizer coils and Figure 42 for large economizer coils.
• Use Figure 41 if a water regulating valve is provided.
McQuay Catalog 860-953
Performance Data
1
.
5
bhp
2 bhp
3
b
h
p
h
p
hp
0
b
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
3
6
0
0
r
p
m
3
4
0
0
r
p
m
3
2
0
0
r
p
m
3
0
0
0
r
p
m
2
8
0
0
r
p
m
2
6
0
0
r
p
m
2
4
0
0
r
p
m
2200 rpm
2000 rpm
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1000 rpm
4
0
0
0
r
p
m
3
8
0
0
r
p
m
2
b
h
p
hp
5
b
h
p
h
p
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
3
4
0
0
r
p
m
3
6
0
0
r
p
m
3
2
0
0
r
p
m
3
0
0
0
r
p
m
2
8
0
0
r
p
m
2
6
0
0
r
p
m
2
4
0
0
r
p
m
2200 rpm
2000 rpm
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
rp
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
1000 rpm
Fan Curves
Figure 43: 13.5" Diameter, 9-Blade Fan
1
bhp
1
7
.
5
b
5
b
Figure 44: 15.0" Diameter, 9-Blade Fan
1
0
b
h
7
.
5
b
1
p
.
5
b
h
p
1
b
h
3
b
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Figure 45: 16.5", 9-Blade Fan
1
b
h
p
2
b
h
p
hp
hp
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
8.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
2
6
0
0
r
p
m
2
8
0
0
r
p
m
3
0
0
0
r
p
m
2
4
0
0
r
p
m
2
2
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
0
r
p
m
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
b
h
p
1
.
5
b
h
p
5
bhp
hp
hp
hp
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
8.0
10.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
2
8
0
0
r
p
m
3
0
0
0
r
p
m
2
6
0
0
r
p
m
2
4
0
0
r
p
m
2
2
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
0
r
p
m
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1600 rpm
1400 rpm
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
600 rpm
Performance Data
1
.
5
b
h
p
3
b
h
p
1
0
b
7
.
5
b
5
b
Figure 46: 18.2", 9-Blade Fan
2
0
b
1
5
b
1
0
b
7
.
5
b
3
2
b
h
p
bhp
McQuay Catalog 860-955
Performance Data
1
b
h
p
1
.
5
b
h
p
2
b
h
p
h
p
hp
hp
h
p
2
5
b
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
8.0
10.0
12.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
2
6
0
0
r
p
m
2
8
0
0
r
p
m
2
4
0
0
r
p
m
2
2
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
0
r
p
m
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1400 rpm
1200 rpm
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
600 rpm
400 rpm
1
b
h
p
1
.
5
b
h
p
2
b
h
p
hp
p
hp
h
p
hp
0
b
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
8.0
10.0
12.0
14.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
2
6
0
0
r
p
m
2
4
0
0
r
p
m
2
2
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
0
r
p
m
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1200 rpm
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
6
0
0
r
p
m
400 rpm
Figure 47: 20.0", 9-Blade Fan
2
0
b
1
5
b
1
0
b
7
.
5
3
b
h
p
5
b
h
p
b
Figure 48: 22.2", 9-Blade Fan
2
5
b
2
0
b
1
5
b
1
0
b
h
7
.
5
b
3
b
h
p
5
b
h
p
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Figure 49: 24.5", 9-Blade Fan
1
b
h
p
1
.
5
b
h
p
2
b
h
p
p
p
p
p
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
8.0
10.0
12.0
14.0
16.0
18.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
2
2
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
0
r
p
m
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1200 rpm
1000 rpm
8
0
0
r
p
m
6
0
0
r
p
m
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
.
5
b
h
p
5
b
h
p
p
p
h
p
h
p
4
0
hp
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
8.0
10.0
12.0
14.0
16.0
18.0
20.0
22.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1000 rpm
800 rpm
6
0
0
r
p
m
4
0
0
r
p
m
Performance Data
3
0
b
2
5
b
h
2
0
b
h
1
5
b
h
1
0
b
7
.
3
b
h
p
5
b
h
p
5
b
h
h
p
Figure 50: 27.0", 9-Blade Fan
1
b
h
p
2
b
3
0
b
3
b
h
b
hp
p
7
.
5
b
h
p
2
5
b
2
0
b
h
1
5
b
h
1
0
b
h
p
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Performance Data
1
0
b
h
p
p
p
p
p
p
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
5.0
10.0
15.0
20.0
25.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
1
7
0
0
r
p
m
1
8
0
0
r
p
m
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
5
0
0
r
p
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
3
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
9
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
700 rpm
600 rpm
500 rpm
4
0
0
r
p
m
0
1
1
0
r
p
m
1
b
h
p
2
b
h
p
7
.
5
b
h
p
1
0
bhp
p
p
p
p
h
p
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
5.0
10.0
15.0
20.0
25.0
30.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
1
6
0
0
r
p
m
1
7
0
0
r
p
m
1500 rpm
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
3
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1
1
0
0
r
p
m
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
9
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
700 rpm
600 rpm
500 rpm
4
0
0
r
p
m
3
0
0
r
p
m
Figure 51: 30.0", 9-Blade Fan
5
0
b
4
0
b
h
3
0
b
h
2
5
b
h
2
0
b
h
1
7
3
2
1
.
1
b
h
p
b
5
b
h
p
h
bh
p
p
5
b
h
p
.
5
b
hp
5
b
h
Figure 52: 33.0", 9-Blade Fan
5
1
.
5
b
h
p
3
b
h
p
b
h
p
6
0
b
5
0
b
4
0
b
h
3
0
b
h
2
5
b
h
2
0
b
h
1
5
bhp
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Figure 53: 36.5", 9-Blade Fan
2
b
h
p
5
b
h
p
hp
hp
hp
hp
hp
hp
7
5
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
5.0
10.0
15.0
20.0
25.0
30.0
35.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
5
0
0
r
p
m
1
3
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1
1
0
0
r
p
m
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
9
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
700 rpm
600 rpm
5
0
0
r
p
m
4
0
0
r
p
m
300 rpm
1
b
h
p
1
.
5
b
h
p
5
b
h
p
hp
hp
hp
h
p
h
p
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
5.0
10.0
15.0
20.0
25.0
30.0
35.0
40.0
45.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
1
3
0
0
r
p
m
1
4
0
0
r
p
m
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1
1
0
0
r
p
m
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
9
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
7
0
0
rp
m
600 rpm
500 rpm
400 rpm
3
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
r
p
m
Performance Data
b
6
0
b
5
0
b
4
0
b
3
0
b
2
5
b
2
0
bhp
b
1
1
1
.
5
b
b
h
h
p
p
3
b
h
p
7
.
5
1
0
b
b
h
h
p
p
5
Figure 54: 40.2", 9-Blade Fan
3
2
b
h
p
b
h
p
7
5
b
bhp
6
0
b
5
0
b
4
0
b
3
0
b
2
5
b
hp
1
5
7
1
.
5
0
b
h
p
b
h
p
2
0
b
hp
McQuay Catalog 860-959
Performance Data
1
b
h
p
1
.
5
b
h
p
2
b
h
p
3
b
h
p
1
5
b
h
p
2
5
b
hp
3
0
bhp
hp
hp
hp
h
p
h
p
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
STATIC PRESSURE (IN. OF WATER)
0.0
5.0
10.0
15.0
20.0
25.0
30.0
35.0
40.0
45.0
50.0
55.0
CFM (IN 1,000's)
McQUAY INTERNATIONAL FAN SELECTION
1
2
0
0
r
p
m
1
3
0
0
r
p
m
1
1
0
0
r
p
m
1
0
0
0
r
p
m
9
0
0
r
p
m
8
0
0
r
p
m
7
0
0
r
p
m
6
0
0
r
p
m
500 rpm
400 rpm
3
0
0
r
p
m
2
0
0
r
p
m
Figure 55: 44.5", 9-Blade Fan
1
0
0
b
7
5
b
6
0
b
5
0
b
4
0
b
2
7
5
b
h
p
1
.
0
5
b
b
h
h
p
p
0
b
hp
60McQuay Catalog 860-9
Dimensional Data
Evaporator Coil
Motor
Control Panel
Airflow
24"
See Note
18"
or
24"
36"
42"
Rear Side
Front Side
Opposite
Access
Side
Access
Side
NOTE: If water and condenser drains are on the motor side, 24" is required.
Dimensional Data
Recommended Clearances
For good installation, service and maintenance access, follow
the recommended clearances given in this publication.
Minimum clearances required by federal, state and local codes,
such as the NEC, take precedence over the dimensions given.
Clearance is required to allow room for side filter access,
mechanical cleaning of condenser tubes, economizer coil
access to expansion valves and other control components and
allow for possible fan shaft or compressor removal.
Figure 56: Recommended Service and Maintainance Clearances
Table 24: Recommended Minimum Clearances
LocationClearance Length (Inches)
Front36
Rear24
Access Side42
Opposite Access Side18
Note: For clearance requirements less than those indicated, contact
your local McQuay sales representative.
McQuay Catalog 860-961
Dimensional Data
Figure 57: Self-Contained SWP—Front View (Left Hand Access Shown/Optional Plenum)
Table 25: Dimensions (Inche s )
Cabinet and
Unit Sizes
Height
Total Unit
Power and Control Knockouts
Plenum Width
Plenum Depth
Condenser Water
Connections (ODS)
Drain Connections (MPT)
Fan Discharge Opening
Fan and Compressor
Section Depth
Coil Section DepthSD236.036.040.040.040.040.040.0
Control Panel WidthSW114.014.016.016.016.016.016.0
Note: 1 Dimensions do not include lifting lugs, handles, latches or fastener extensions.
2 For shipping dimensions, add 4" to the depth, 8" to the length and 4" to the height.
3 Plenum height is user configurable.
4 Plenum opening height and width requires a minimum of 2" clearance on each side.
Nameplate 208 V: Min. 187 V, Max. 229 V
Nameplate 230 V: Min. 207 V, Max. 253 V
Nameplate 460 V: Min. 414 V, Max. 506 V
Nameplate 575 V: Min. 518 V, Max. 632 V
b 50 Hertz
Nameplate 400 V: Min. 342 V, Max. 418 V
3 Power lead wire sizing:
a For units with cooling capability (all concurrent
loads) with or without hot water heating and circuits
with motor loads only:
Note: 1 Basic unit consists of a cooling coil section without coils, a supply fan/control panel section without supply fans, supply fan motors or VFD and a
condenser/compressor section.
Small Tall Cabinet
66McQuay Catalog 860-9
Unit Weights
Table 36: Unit and Component Weights for Medium and Large Cabinets
Note: 1 Basic unit consists of a cooling coil section without coils, a supply fan/control panel section without supply fans, supply fan motors or VFD and a
condenser/compressor section.
1
64767199722772557255830083008300
Unit Model Size
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McQuay Training and Development
Now that you have made an investment in modern, efficient McQuay equipment, its care should be a high prior ity . For
training information on all McQuay HVAC products, please visit us at www.mcquay.com and click on training, or call
540-248-9646 and ask for the Training Department.
Warranty
All McQuay equipment is sold pursuant to its standard terms and conditions of sale, including Limited Product
Warranty. Consult your local McQuay Representative for warranty details. Refer to Form 933-430285Y. T o find your
local McQuay Representative, go to www.mcquay.com.
Aftermarket Services
To find your local parts office, visit www.mcquay.com or call 800-37PARTS (800-377-2787). To find your local service
office, visit www.mcquay.com or call 800-432-1342.
This document contains the most current product information as of this printing. For the most up-to-date product
information, please go to www.mcquay.com.
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