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Minneapolis blowerdoor blowerdoor measuring systems are one of the most successful measuring devices for airtightness worldwide. Tec dg700 operating instructions manual pdf download. This model 3 minneapolis blower door system includes a single fan, the dg pressure and flow gauge with cruise control, and the adjustable aluminum frame and nylon panel. Optional rings c, d and e extend the low range of the blower door fan. The dg700 will calculate and display air velocity readings on channel b from a standard pitot tube. As a modular system, it can be used also for singlefamily homes and apartment buildings using one or two blowerdoor fans.
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It can also be used to measure airflow between building zones, to test ductwork airtightness and to help physically locate air leakage sites in the building envelope there are three primary components to a blower door. Model 3 minneapolis blower door fans 110v and 220v. Minneapolis blower door user manual current version minneapolis blower door manual previous version test results and sample test forms. We offer recalibration and repair, call for more details.
With the industry success of the dg 700 digital pressure and flow gauge, the team at the energy conservatory tec knew it was time to begin researching and conceptualizing a new, innovative, and performancedriven version of the digital gauge for 2016. Onepoint 50 pascal building depressurization test using the model 3 minneapolis blower door and dg700 digital gauge. The model 3 minneapolis blower door system includes a single fan, the dg pressure and flow gauge with cruise control, the adjustable aluminum frame and nylon panel, and our tectite software. Operates with the minneapolis blower door and duct blaster systems to display air flow readings. Energy conservatory minneapolis blower door system bsria. Quick connect frame with extra crossbar for stability and gauge mounting. Using the dg700 with the minneapolis blower door the energy. We have 1 tec dg700 manual available for free pdf download. Learn to operate the energy conservatory blower door set up equipment operation. Two or three dg700 digital gauges with both usb and. An inexpensive but accurate off the shelf pressure gage is used to measure the house depressurization. Record ring used and indoor and outdoor temperatures see table below.
Minneapolis blower door conservation strategies, inc. The blower door fan comes with rings a and b to measure a wide range of airtightness conditions. Channel b displays the flow through the blower door fan. The 34 hp motor of the minneapolis blower door fan is designed to maintain accurate flow for hours while you work. Test conditions such as building airtightness, indooroutdoor temperatures, building style and wind levels can be set to simulate a variety of testing scenarios. Multifan minneapolis blower door systems are also available both 2. The dm4 micromanometer features digital flow and pressure measurement, leakage area ela measurement, and dual autozeroing sensors for simultaneous flow and measurements. Unfollow blower door to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Hoses gauges speed controller minneapolis blower door operation manual. Blower door is used to measure the airworthiness of buildings. Connect red tube to fanspeed pressuresensor of fan. Minneapolis blower door operation manual for model 3 and model 4 systems the energy conservatory 2801 21st ave. Digital differential pressure gauge with two independent pressure sensors.
There are three primary components to a blower door. The excellent quality of the building envelope or the apartment envelope with air exchange rates of 0. Padded lunch box style case for carrying the gauge and all the accessories also acts as a gauge stand. This model 3 minneapolis blower door system includes a single fan, the dg700 pressure and flow gauge with cruise control, and the adjustable aluminum frame and nylon panel.
This manual covers three instrumentation options typically used with the minneapolis blower door. Retrotec us5110 blower door with model 5000 fan large cloth panel. Complete test package featuring the minneapolis blower door with the dg digital gauge, model 3 blower door fan with a, b, c flow rings, fst special adjustable door frame and nylon panel. We are based in hugo, mn and save the entire twin cities metro area, including minneapolis, st paul, and the surrounding communities. Aug 02, 2012 the quick guide has been developed to help new users of blower doors see how to set up and use a minneapolis blower door. Retrotec gr125 grill mask 8 case of 4 retrotec gr127 grill mask 12 case of 4 retrotec gr129 grill mask 18 case of 4 tec minneapolis duct mask 8 wideclear. Home the energy conservatory blower door replacement parts we carry a full line to the energy conservatorys products. With a 9pin communications cable, connect computer to dg700. Blowerdoor manufactured by the energy conservatory, minneapolis, mn, usa. Minneapolis blower door system model 3 without gauge. Minneapolis blower door, tecblast, duct mask and automated performance testing. Blower door systems blower door and duct testing equipment are designed to identify air leakage in a home, building, or facility. Manufacturers calibration dg700 dg700 pressure gauges.
The blowerdoor multiplefan system was developed for airtightness measurements of large industrial and administrative buildings. Minneapolis model 3 110v blower door system including full set of rings, case, kit bag, tubing, dg700 or dg, fan controller, 30 day cd version of software, door frame with fabric and inspection certificate. Comparison between retrotec and minneapolis gauges dg700 gauge dm32 gauge a pouchstyle case that protects the dg700. It can also be used to measure airflow between building zones, to test ductwork airtightness and to help physically locate air leakage sites in the building envelope. In the screen to the right, the dg700 is measuring an actual building depressurization 48. Multifan minneapolis blower door systems are also available both 2 fan and 3 fan systems.
Blower door catalog digital manometer house doctor. The dg 700 pressure and flow gauge is a multifunctional differential pressure gauge with 2 independent pressure sensors. Get your home energy audit done with a blower door test today. Part 1 describes why do a test, components of the minneapolis blower door. Blower door system and has loads of room for your gauges, manuals, tubing, speed controller and nylon. Energy auditing equipment for sale, trade or to purchase.
International energy conservation code iecc 2009 requires a choice between blower door testing and completing an air barrier checklist. The furnace blower blower door mounted in a window. In addition to providing highresolution pressure measurements, the dg 700 is programmed to operate with other energy conservatory test devices to provide air flow measurements during building performance test procedures. Requires less than or equal to 7 ach 50 on the blower door test. Connect green tube to outside pressuresensing tube. Blower door mn is the best and most experienced provider of energy audits using blower door testing, infrared scans, and duct blasting in minnesota. The blower door simulator includes a virtual model 3 minneapolis blower door and dg 700 pressure and flow gauge that can be used to perform a blower door test on a virtual dwelling. Using the seried b minneapolis duct blaster and dg700 digital gauge a. The standard model 3 minneapolis blower door system includes a single fan, the dg 700 pressure and flow gauge with cruise control, the adjustable aluminum frame and nylon panel, and our tectite software. Air leakage in a home, building, or facility can increase heating and cooling costs dramatically and cause problems with comfort, moisture, and health. With the industry success of the dg700 digital pressure and flow gauge, the team at the energy conservatory tec knew it was time to begin researching and conceptualizing a new, innovative, and performancedriven version of the digital gauge for 2016. Blower door w dg700 looking for a blower door setup with manometer. Corbett gives a crash course in the tec dg used with minneapolis blower door equipment including the duct blaster, truflow plate, and exhaust fan flow meter.
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