
Technical Instructions
Document No. 155-785
January 20, 2017
OpenAir™ Electronic Damper Actuators
GLB Series
Enhanced Non-spring Return Rotary
The OpenAir direct coupled enhanced non-spring return rotary electric actuators are
designed for two-position/floating or modulating control of dampers.
Selectable modulating control signal (0 to 10 Vdc or 2 to 10 Vdc).
24 Vac/dc compatible.
New line voltage (34x models) for 100 to 240 Vac two-position/floating control.
Integral 1/2-inch conduit connection.
Manual override.
Independently adjustable dual auxiliary switches available.
cUL and UL listed; certified
These actuators are used in constant or variable air volume installations for control of
HVAC dampers requiring up to 88 lb-in (10 Nm) of torque.
Modulating
0(2) to 10 Vdc
* For conduit adaption, order an ASK76.1U Conduit Adapter. See Accessories.
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Specifications
Power Supply
Operating voltage (G–G0) 24 Vac/dc +/-20%
100 to 240 Vac +/-10%
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Power consumption VA Watt
GLB14x 2.2 1.3
GLB34x 5.8 1.9
GLB16x 2.5 1.5
Input signal (Y-G0)
Voltage-input 0(2) to 10 Vdc
Input resistance >100K ohms
Position output signal (U–G0)
Voltage-output 0 to 10 Vdc
Maximum output current DC 1 mA
Rating Class 2 according to UL, cUL
Class III per EN60730
Dual auxiliary switch contact rating 4A resistive, 2A inductive
Voltage
GLB1xx.1P 24 Vac/24 Vdc
GLB34x.1U 250 Vac
DC rating 12 to 30 Vdc
DC 2A
Switch Range
Switch A 0° to 90° with 5° intervals
Recommended range usage 0° to 45°
Factory setting 5°
Switch B 0° to 90° with 5° intervals
Recommended range usage 45° to 90°
Factory setting 85°
Switching hysteresis: 2°
Torque 88 lb-in (10 Nm)
Runtime for 90° opening or closing 150 seconds
Nominal angle of rotation 90°
Maximum angular rotation 95°
Shaft size: Minimum shaft length 3/4-inch (20 mm)
Figure 1. Acceptable Shaft Sizes.
Enclosure NEMA Type 2
IP54 according to EN60529
(Not with cable-up mounting
orientation)
Material Durable plastic
Gear lubrication Silicone-free
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Ambient temperature
Operation -25°F to 130°F (-32°C to 55°C)
Storage and transport -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Ambient humidity (non-condensing) 95% rh
UL listed to UL60730
cUL certified to Canadian
Standard C22.2 No. 24-93
These devices were approved for installation in plenum areas by Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc., per UL 1995.
Pre-cabled connection 18 AWG
Standard cable length 3 ft (0.9 m)
Life cycle Designed for 100,000 full strokes and
5 million repositions at rated torque
and temperature
Actuator Dimensions, inches (mm) 6.6 L × 2.8 W × 2.4 D
(166.7 L × 71 W × 61 D)
Packaging Dimensions, inches (mm) 6.5 L × 10.3 W × 3.1 D
(165.1 L × 261.1 W × 78.7 D)
Weight 1.35 lb (0.61 kg)
(with packaging) 1.91 lb (0.87 kg)
NOTE: The auxiliary switches cannot be added in the field. Order the
product number that includes this option. See Table 1.
Figure 2. Conduit Adapter.
ASK76.1U: Provides a
connection between the
actuator and conduit for
actuator models with auxiliary
switches or built-in
potentiometers. All other
standard actuator models
have built-in conduit adapters.
Figure 3. Rotary-to-Linear.
ASK71.5: Allows a direct-coupled
actuator to provide an auxiliary linear
drive.
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Figure 4. Rotary-to-Linear with Bracket.
ASK71.6: Allows economical mounting of
an OpenAir actuator to a variety of
surfaces.
Should be used in applications where the
actuator can be rigid-surface mounted
and a linear stroke output is needed.
ASK78.3U: Shaft inserts for use with
3/8-inch (8 to 10 mm) diameter shafts.
(10/pk). Included in box with GDE/GLB
Series.
NOTE: Factory-installed 1/2-inch guide
must be removed prior to
installation.
Figure 6. 1/2-inch Shaft Guide.
985-101P25: Shaft guide, 1/2-inch (25/pk).
Factory-installed with GDE/GLB Series.
Figure 7. NEMA Type 4X Weather Shield.
ASK75.7U: GLB Actuators are UL listed to
meet NEMA Type 4X requirements (a
degree of protection against falling dirt, rain,
sleet, snow, windblown dust, splashing
water, hose-directed water, corrosion, and
damage from external ice formation) when
installed with an ASK75.7U Weather Shield
and outdoor-rated conduit fittings. This
weather shield may be mounted in any
orientation.
For dimensions, see Figure 27.
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Actuator
Components,
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2-Position/
Floating
Figure 8. Parts of the Actuator.
Legend
1. Base plate
2. Positioning scale for angle of rotation
3. Rotation direction adjustment
4. Conduit adapter
5. Connection cable
6. Manual override
7. Coupling bushing
8. Factory-installed 1/2-inch guide
9. Auxiliary Switch A
10. Auxiliary Switch B
11. Position indicator
12. Adjustment lever with
locking screw (4 mm hex)
13. Set screw for mechanical
range stop (4 mm hex)
14. Mounting bracket
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