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ECONOSTO - DOUBLE REGULATING VALVES (DRV)

General Design & Application:
The Double Regulating Valves are also called Balancing Valves. Econosto Double Regulating and Commissioning Valves are installed in the pipework of chilled water air conditioning and hot water central heating systems as well as pottable water systems and serve to achieve a hydronic balance between the various circuits of the system. The balance is achieved by a pre-setting with memory position. The required values of pre-setting can be obtained from the flow charts. All intermediate values are infinitely adjustable. The selected pre-setting can be read-off two scales (basic scale and fine adjustment scale). The Econosto double regulating and commissioning valves have two threaded ports for fill and drain ball valves or pressure test points for the measurement of differential pressure. The Econosto double regulating and commissioning valves are delivered with 2 blind plugs as a standard unless test points are requested. The Econosto double regulating and commissioning valves may be installed in either the supply or the return pipe. The flow charts are valid for both cases provided the direction of flow conforms with the arrow marked on the valve body.

Advantages of Econosto DRVs:

One valve for 5 functions: Pre-setting, measuring, isolating, filling and draining Low pressure loss (unique design and oblique pattern) Infinitely adjustable pre-setting, exact measurement of pressure loss by means of the pressure test points. Patented measuring channel designed around the stem assembly to the test points ensures the best possible accuracy between differential pressure measured at the pressure test points and the actual differential pressure of the valve.

Why do we need to Balance Air Conditioning Systems ?

Balancing of heating and chilled water air conditioning systems is necessary to avoid the following problems : 1. Some rooms almost never achieve the desired room temperature or are not cooled sufficiently. This problem especially arises in case of influence of other heat sources. 2. After changing over from low temperature to heating operation, parts of the system are only heated after a long time. 3. Fluctuating room temperatures especially arising during low demand periods. 4. High energy consumption although the required room temperature regulator is installed. Even high quality regulators may not solve this problem.

Distribution of flow :
The main reason for these problems is that incorrect flows are available in the various circuits. If this is the case, the problem may be solved by installing a double regulating and commissioning valves or flow regulators in the corresponding pipes. The course of pressure in a circuit makes clear why this occurs. 27

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The illustration shows that the pump has to produce a differential pressure of at least delta P - total to guarantee a sufficient supply to appliance 4.This will however, inevitably result in a excessive differential pressure at the appliances 1 to 3 leading to an increased flow at these appliances and thus to an increased energy consumption. To remedy this, double regulating and commissioning are installed. The excess in differential pressure is now absorbed by the double regulating and commissioning valves. The desired flow rate may be controlled and set. To be able to control appliance 4 as well it is recommended to install a double regulating and commissioning valve here too. The correct supply of each appliance is now guaranteed.

Energy Saving :
Wrong flow rates in the various circuits lead to an increased energy consumption. On the one hand, a higher pump capacity must be provided to guarantee a sufficient supply of each appliance and on the other hand appliances being installed at a favourable hydronic position are then over supplied. This will result in an increased room temperature or, in chilled water air conditioning systems, in too low a room temperature. If the average temperature in a building exceeds the nominal value by 1 degree C, the energy consumption is increased by 6 10 % . In chilled water air conditioning systems , temperatures being 1 degree C too low will result in an increase in energy consumption of about 15%.

Course of pressure in circuit

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ECON Bronze Double Regulating Valve, Variable Orifice; PN 25, Fig: 2601V
Specification:
Bronze Double Regulating and Commissioning Valve, Y pattern, Threaded ends to BS 21(BSPP), PN 25 rated, Variable Orifice with linear scale and circular scale (fine adjustment). Maintenance free valve. Low flow resistance due to unique design. Complies to BS 7350 accuracy requirements. Tight closure of valve is assured by use of PTFE disc insert. Hand wheel embraces a vernier scale for accurate setting. Valves have unique design which enables the disc to be locked in the set position. Valve can be sealed in the set position with the sealing wire and lead seal. Two points (inlet/outlet) are available on the body of the DRV (Fig: 2601V). These points are for fixing the measuring nipples or test plugs for the measurement of flow / delta P (balancing).

Fig: 2601V

Hydrostatic Test Pressure:

Body : 37.5 bar Seat : 27.5 bar

Material Specification:
No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Component Body Stem Disc Bonnet Seat Ring O-Ring Cap / Knob Material Bronze DZR Brass DZR Brass DZR Brass PTFE EPDM ABS DIN G-CuSn5ZnPb BS 1400LG2 2874 CZ132 2874 CZ132 2874 CZ132 -

Pressure / Temperature Rating:

25 bar at -10 to 120 Deg. C **

Flowrate :

Dimensions and Weights:

Size Inches D
Brass Test Nipple Brass self closing Test Plug

Dimensions (millimeters) mm L 90 102 110 121 142 161 mm H 90 90 90 116 116 116 m3/hr. Kv (Open) 2.6 4.3 6.6 14.5 22.5 33.1

Wt. Kg. 0.46 0.52 0.66 0.96 1.31 1.88

1/2 3/4 1 11/4 11/2 2

**
DRV with Test Nipple or Test Plug

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ECON Cast Iron Double Regulating Valve, Variable Orifice; PN 16, Fig: 2920W
Specification:
Double Regulating and Commissioning Valves. Conforms to BS 5152 (EN13789). Y pattern,Flanged to BS 4504 / DIN PN 16 (EN1092). Variable Orifice with linear scale and circular scale (fine adjustment). Maintenance free valve Low flow resistance due to unique design. Complies to BS 7350 requirements Tight closure of valve is assured by use of soft seating. Hand wheel embraces a vernier scale for accurate setting. Valves have unique design which enables the disc to be locked in the set position with a screwdriver. Valve is supplied with a screw driver secured to the hand wheel. Two points (inlet/outlet) are available on the body of the valve for fixing the measuring nipples / test plugs for measurement of flow / delta P(balancing).

Fig: 2920W

Material Specification:
No. 1 2 3 4 Component Body Disc Disc Nut Stem O-Ring Bonnet Gasket Hand Wheel Gland Nut Position indicator Adjusting Bolt Bolt Material Cast Iron C I + EDPM Coated Brass Stainless Steel EPDM Cast Iorn Graphite GGG40 + Epoxy Coating Carbon Steel ASTM B 16 Plastic ASTM B 16 Carbon DIN 1691GG25 1691GG25 CuZn39Pb2 X10GR13 CuSn 5ZnPb 1691GGLS BS 1452GR260 1452GR260 2874-CZ121 410S21 1400LG2 1452GR260 -

Hydrostatic Test Pressure:

Body : 24 bar Seat : 17.6 bar Face to Face Dimensions: EN 558 - 1 Basic Series 1.

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Pressure / Temperature Rating:

16 bar at -10 to 120 Deg. C

Maximum Differential Pressure:

DN 65 - DN 200 : 16 bar

Dimensions and Weights:

Nom. Size mm DN 65 80 100 125 150 200 mm D 180 180 180 250 250 250 Dimensions (millimeters) mm L 290 310 350 400 480 600 mm H 293 305 323 353 388 453 Weight Kg W 18 23 33.5 49 62 96

Note:
2920W is supplied with a screw driver tied to the handwheel.

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ECON Cast Iron Double Regulating Valve, Variable Orifice; PN 16, Fig: 2920W
Specification:
Double Regulating and Commissioning Valves. Conforms to BS 5152 (EN13789). Y pattern,Flanged to BS 4504 / DIN PN 16 (EN1092). Variable Orifice with linear scale and circular scale (fine adjustment). Maintenance free valve Low flow resistance due to unique design. Complies to BS 7350 requirements Tight closure of valve is assured by use of soft seating. Hand wheel embraces a vernier scale for accurate setting. Valves have unique design which enables the disc to be locked in the set position with a screwdriver. Valve is supplied with a screw driver secured to the hand wheel. Two points (inlet/outlet) are available on the body of the valve for fixing the measuring nipples / test plugs for measurement of flow / delta P(balancing).

Fig: 2920W

Material Specification:
No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Component Body Disc Disc Nut Stem O-Ring Bonnet Gasket Hand Wheel Gland Nut Position indicator Adjusting Bolt Bolt Material Cast Iron SS + EDPM Ring Brass Stainless Steel EPDM Cast Iorn Graphite GGG40 + Epoxy Coating Carbon Steel ASTM B 16 Plastic ASTM B 16 Carbon CuZn39Pb2 X10GR13 CuSn 5ZnPb 1691GGLS 2874-CZ121 410S21 1400LG2 1452GR260 DIN 1691GG25 BS 1452GR260

Hydrostatic Test Pressure:

Body : 24 bar Seat : 17.6 bar Face to Face Dimensions: EN 558 - 1 Basic Series 1.

Pressure / Temperature Rating:

16 bar at - 10 to 120 Deg. C

Maximum Differential Pressure:

DN 250 : 6 bar DN 300 : 4 bar

Note:
2920W is supplied with a screw driver tied to the handwheel.

Dimensions and Weights:

Nom. Size mm DN 250 300 mm D 420 420 Dimensions (millimeters) mm L 730 850 mm H 575 645 Weight Kg W 195 315

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PFM 2000
Portable meter for measuring flow and pressure difference across Double Regulating valves.
Description: The PFM 2000 is a precision instrument for measuring pressure and flow (PFM = Pressure Flow Meter). It is designed for use in monitoring and documenting water flow in heating and cooling installations, (the PFM 2000 measures across the balancing valves in such installations). The instrument is built around a sensor with two interacting ceramic membranes which detect pressure differences across the balancing valve. This is a new system and operates by balancing, at a basic physical level, the plus and minus sides of the measuring membranes. The pressure differential range is factory calibrated to cover pressures from 0 to 1.5 bar (150 kPa). The storage case containing the PFM 2000 and all accessories is as below.

Model PFM 2000

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Measurement range: Differential pressure: upto 150 kPa at total pressure upto 1000 kPa max 2000 kPa Static Pressure upto 1000 kPa Resolution: Differential pressure: 0.01 kPa, at total pressure <100 kPa 0.1 kPa, at total pressure >100 kPa Static Pressure 10 kPa Flow: 0.001 1/s Accuracy: Differential pressure: <10 kPa 0.1 kPa >10 kPa 1% of metered value Flow: As for pressure + the valves deviation Environment: Temperature, media: -10C to 100C Temperature, storage: -20C to 60C Humidity, (non-condensing): max 90% RH Power supply: Capacity: 1500 mAh R6 rechargeable NiMH batteries (6)

The PFM 2000 (new) package comprises: Part: Quantity: Digital Meter (electronic) 1 Sensor unit 1 Cable between meter and sensor unit 1 Hoses and connectors 2 Battery charger 1 Storage case with carrying strap 1 Operating Manual 1 Calibration protocol (Certificate) 1 Connecting probes 2 Allen key - 3mm 1 Allen key - 5mm 1

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Knob setting / No. of turns 1.0 - to - 4.0

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ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 65 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value

0 0

1 9.0

2 14.5

3 22.7

4 33.1

5 44.7

6 59.9

7 67.3

8 74.5

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 80 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value

0 0

1 16.7

2 25.6

3 38.2

4 55.6

5 74.0

6 89.0

7 106.6

8 118.4

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

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ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 100 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value

0 0

1 25.0

2 48.7

3 71.4

4 104.0

5 138.6

6 163.2

7 187.1

8 203.0

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 125 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value 0 0 1 33.7 2 57.2 3 71.4 4 91.0 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

115.5 141.2 159.9 178.5 195.0 213.6 237.5 257.8 281.0 296.2

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

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ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 150 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value 0 0 1 50.00 2 80.1 3 92.8 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

112.5 137.5 169.8 197.7 233.5 270.3 303.1 338.7 377.5 399.2 415.9

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 200 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value 0 0 1 63.8 2 128.9 3 161.0 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

205.3 254.9 312.5 375.7 420.5 476.7 537.1 592.9 655.4 711.5 759.3

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

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ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 250 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value 0 0 1 53.0 2 65.5 3 88.8 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

131.5 177.4 224.1 275.4 349.3 425.7 505.9 590.5 671.4 755.2 836.6 901.0 966.9 1030.6 1058.8

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

ECON BALANCING VALVE FIG.2920W : SIZE 300 mm

Number of Rotations Kv-value 0 0 1 70.6 2 79.9 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 83.9 123.6 176.1 233.3 307.5 416.3 566.4 744.6 924.4 1049.0 1130.3 1182.2 1222.2 1276.9 1340.3 1422.6 1459.5

Kv-value according to VDI/VDE 2173 Kv-value : flow in m3 / h at 1 bar headloss.

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Presetting of ECON - PN25 Balancing valve Fig. 2601V

Econosto DRV and commissioning valves are deigned for installation in hot water heating and chilled water air conditioning systems and served to achieve a hydronic balance between the various circuits of the system. It is important to note that the direction of flow must conform with the direction of the arrow on the valve body and that the valve must be installed with a minimum of 3 D (3 x nominal pipe diameter) straight pipe in the upstream side. The required preset value van be obtained by reference to the flow chart appropriate for the size of valve. Any intermediate preset value is available. The selected preliminary setting can be made from the twopart scale - the basic scale and the fine adjustment scale.

Presetting :
1. The preset valve of the valve is adjusted with the handwheel. a. The display of the basic setting is shown in the lower windows by the sliding indicator. Each turn of the handwheel is represented by a number inside the window. b. The display of the fine setting is shown in the handwheel windows scale and each number indicates 1/10th of a turn of the handwheel. 2. Carefully remove the cover plug in the centre of the handwheel by using a small screwdriver in the slot and gently prising it off. 3. With the valve at the required preset value,using a 3 mm allen key, turn the inner screw clockwise until it seats. The inner screw is located in the hole through the nut. The 3 mm allen key is supplied along with every valve. 4. Refit the cover plug.

Protecting the setting:

A sealing wire may be threaded through the hole in the handwheel and a lead seal fitted.

For presetting and fine adjustment of the flow volume (balancing), Econosto offers the PFM 2000 - Pressure and Flow Measuring Instrument.
The Econosto PFM-2000 - Pressure and Flow Measuring Instrument is an advanced programmable microprocessor with memory store (please refer page 32 of this catalogue for more details).

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Presetting of ECON Balancing valve Fig 2920W

Econ balancing valve are supplied with the suitable screw driver fixed to the hand wheel. The warning and instruction leaflet (sticker) is fixed on the body of each valve which provides clear instructions for valve operation. The number full revolutions is indicated on the linear scale C, fine adjustment is visible on the circular pitch D one turn is divided into ten parts. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Remove the red plastic hand wheel cap A. Close the valve completely & check if the linear scale C and circular pitch D indicate 0 0 adjustment. Open the valve as required set the number of full revolutions on the linear scale C and tenth of turn on the circular pitch D. Insert enclosed screw driver E into the screw B, rotate the regulating screw anticlockwise to set the double regulating feature, a positive stop will be felt. Put the cap A on the head of bolt B.

Maintenance
Every part of the valve is designed in such a way that the whole valve is maintenance free.The materials are carefully matched with the parts to make the friction as small as possible. However, due to safety reasons, every valve should be inspected regularly. Before valve removal from the plant or before service the suitable part of the pipeline should be closed.

Installation
Take off the plastic covers from the flanges. Blow inside valve by compressed air. The pipeline should be placed in such a way that valve body does not carry bending moments nor tension forces. The linear scale and the plastic set should be protected against painting. The valves could be installed in every position in inlet and outlet pipelines with the hand wheel in down direction. Attention should be paid to flow direction indicated by the arrow on the valve body. Before starting pipelinework (especially after repairs) whole pipeline should be rinsed out by fully opeing the valves in order to remove all solid residues which could be dangerous for sealing surfaces. Turning the hand wheel clockwise (according to direction indicated on the hand wheel) can close the valve. The valve is opened by anti-clockwise roation of the hand wheel. It is prohibited to use additional lever for turning the hand wheel. For pressure and fine adjustment of the flow volume (balancing), Econosto offers the PFM- 2000 / 2050 pressure and flow measurement instrument. The econosto PFM 2000 / 2050 pressure and flow measuring instrument advance programmable microprocessor.