
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.

GDE Series Dimensions
GDE/GLB Series OpenAir Electronic Damper Actuator
B-21
Dimensions shown in inches (mm).
Damper Actuators
Accessories & Service Kits
B-49
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