Electronic Damper Actuator
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Non-spring Return
OpenAir
TM
GDE Series
Easily Replaces:
• Belimo LM Series
44 lb.-in. Torque
24 Vac, Floating Control
0 to 10 Vdc, Modulating Control
Description
The OpenAir GDE Series Direct-coupled 24 Vac
Non-spring Return Rotary Electronic Actuator is
designed for 0 to 10 Vdc or oating control of building
HVAC dampers.
Features
• Compact design
• Easy-to-see position indicator
• 0 to 10 V or oating models
• Self-adapting capability for maximum exibility in
damper positioning
• UL, cUL, CE listed
• Quiet, low-power operation
• Rated NEMA 2
• Assembled in the U.S.A.
• Manual override
• Modulating actuators contain built-in feedback
• N Versions designed for under oor installation
(pluggable cable connections)
GDE Series Non-spring Return
Electronic Damper Actuator.
Applications
The OpenAir GDE Series Damper Actuators are used in
Constant or Variable Air Volume installations for the control
requiring up to 44 lb.-in. (5 Nm) torque.
Models are available with either a universal cable for
wiring in conduit or a plenum-rated cable for applications
where conduit is not required.
B-19
Damper Actuators
Options
• Independently adjustable dual auxiliary switches
• Adjustable start/span
• Standard or plenum cable
• Available in bulk packs for additional savings
• Potentiometer on oating control
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GDE Series Specifications
B-20
Operating Voltage ..........................................................................24 Vac
Frequency .................................................................................. 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption .................................................................. 2 to 3 VA
Input signal (8–2)
Voltage-Input ....................................................................... 0 to 10 Vdc
Input Resistance ..............................................................100K Ohms
Position Output Signal (9–2)
Voltage-Output ..................................................................... 0 to 10 Vdc
Max. Output Current .................................................................. 1 mA
Equipment Rating for Operating Voltage,
Input Signal, and Position Output Signal ...................................Class 2
Control Signal Adjustment
Offset (Start Point) ................................................... Between 0 to 5 Vdc
Factory Setting ............................................................................. 0 V
Span ..................................................................... Between 2 to 10 Vdc
Dual Auxiliary Switch
Contact Rating ................................. 4 A resistive, 2 A General Purpose
Voltage .........................................................................................24 Vac
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 ........................................................................... 3°
Position Feedback
GDE132.1P ..................................................... .0 to 1000 Ohm <10 mA
Function
Torque ............................................................................44 lb.-in.(5 Nm)
at 50 Hz ................................................................................ 108 sec.
at 60 Hz .................................................................................. 90 sec.
Nominal Angle of Rotation ................................................................. 90°
Max. Angular Rotation .......................................................................95°
Shaft Size .................................................3/8 to 5/8-in. (8 to 16 mm) Dia.
1/4 to 1/2-in. (6 to 13 mm) Sq.
Min. Shaft Length ............................................................ 3/4-in. (20 mm)
Housing Enclosure .............................................................NEMA Type 2
Material ......................................................Plenum Rated Rugged Plastic
Temperature
Operation...................................................-25 to +130°F (-32 to +55°C)
Storage and Transport...............................-25 to +140°F (-30 to +60°C)
Humidity ...........................................................95% RH, non-condensing
Agency Approvals ......................................................................... UL873
cUL C22.2 No. 24-93
CE
Pre-cabled Connection .............................................................. AWG 18
Cable Length .......................................................................... 3 ft. (0.9 m)
Dimensions ........................................................ 5.4" H x 2.6" W x 2.3" D
(137 mm H x 68 mm W x 60 mm D)
Shipping Weight ............................................................1.06 lb. (0.45 kg)
GDE Series Product Ordering
Input Signal
GDE161.1P
Damper Actuators
0 to 10 Vdc
Floating
GDE161.1P/B (24 pk)
GDE161.1Q — — — — 6 ft Plenum —
GDE161.1N
GDE161.1N/B (24 pk)
GDE161.1T
GDE161.1T/B (24 pk)
GDE131.1U
GDE131.1U/B (24 pk)
GDE131.1P
GDE131.1P/B (24 pk)
GDE131.1Q
GDE131.1Q/B (12 pk)
GDE131.1N
GDE131.1N/B (24 pk)
GDE131.1T
GDE131.1T/B (24 pk)
Part No.
Dual Aux.
Switches &
With
Potentiometer
— GDE163.1P GDE164.1P GDE166.1P Plenum —
— — — — —
— — — — — Terminal Strip
— — — — Standard —
GDE132.1P — — GDE136.1P Plenum —
— — — — 6 ft Plenum —
— — — — —
— — — — — Terminal Strip
Slope/Offset
Adjustable
Slope/Offset
Adjustable
Dual Aux.
Switches
Only
Pre-Cabled No CablesStandard
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Cables compatible with the GDE131.1N and GDE161.1N sold seperately on page B-53.