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Engineering Guide
Displacement Ventilation
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Displacement Ventilation
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Introduction
Displacement ventilation is an air distribution technology that
introduces cool air into a zone at low velocity, usually also at a
low level. Buoyancy forces ensure that this supply air pools near
the floor level, allowing it to be carried up into the thermal plumes
that are formed by heat sources. This type of air distribution is
effective at delivering fresh air to occupants and removing many
of the contaminants associated with heat sources, while creating a
comfortable environment.This chapter focuses on the main design
criteria for displacement ventilation systems as well as introduces
its common applications. The following pages will go further into
depth on the specific requirements of schools, theaters, health care
and industrial spaces.
Overview
Air flow in ventilated spaces generally can be classified by two
different types: mixing (or dilution) ventilation and displacement
ventilation. Mixing ventilation systems (Figure 1) generally supply
air in a manner such that the entire room volume is fully mixed.
The cool supply air exits the outlet at a high velocity, inducing Figure 1: Mixing (Dilution) Ventilation
room air to provide mixing and temperature equalization. Since the
entire room is fully mixed, temperature variations throughout the
space are small, while the contaminant concentration is uniform
throughout the zone.
Displacement ventilation systems (Figure 2) introduce air into the
space at low velocities, which causes minimal induction and mixing.
Displacement outlets may be located almost anywhere within the
room, but have been traditionally located at or near floor level.
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The system utilizes buoyancy forces in a room, generated by heat Induced Air/
sources such as people, lighting, computers, electrical equipment, Thermal Plume
etc., to remove contaminants and heat from the occupied zone. By
so doing, the air quality in the occupied zone is generally superior Diffuser
to that achieved with mixing ventilation.
Benefits
Flexibility - As load distribution changes within the space, a
displacement system will be able to compensate. For example, if
the space was designed to have a fairly even load distribution and
now has the loads concentrated to one side, the system is able to
compensate as the buoyant forces drive the supply system and
will draw the supply air towards the loads. Figure 2: Displacement ventilation
IAQ - Because fresh supply air is pooling at the floor level, personal
thermal plumes draw fresh air up the body. All of the warm and Limitations
polluted air is extracted at the high return. When properly designed,
The size of displacement outlets can make selecting and locating
there should always be a greater amount of fresh air in the breathing
diffusers difficult in areas where there is limited wall area. Ceiling
zone when compared to a conventional dilution system, leading to
and floor mounted diffusers may help alleviate this issue, where
higher ventilation efficiency.
appropriate.
Green building rating systems, such as the LEED® program and
DV systems are limited in their maximum cooling capacity, primarily
Green Globes® have credits that are applicable to displacement
due to stratification limits set by ASHRAE (2004a) and ISO (2005).
ventilation systems. See the Green Tips for further information.
The Price Engineer’s Handbook contains more information on how
Energy Savings - Displacement systems present many potential stratification affects the maximum cooling capacity of DV systems.
opportunities for energy savings. The lower pressure drop Chen, Glicksman, Yuan, Hu, & Yang (1999) indicate a maximum
associated with displacement ventilation outlets and the cooling capacity of 38 Btu/hft2 [119 W/m2] while ensuring thermal
corresponding selection of smaller fan components may allow for comfort.
a reduction in fan energy. The supply air temperature is typically
Typical Applications
higher for displacement systems than for overhead mixing systems,
and can lead to free cooling from increased economizer hours. Displacement ventilation is an effective method of obtaining good
Combined with a higher return temperature than overhead systems, air quality and thermal comfort in the occupied space. Spaces where
the warmer supply temperature of DV systems can cause an displacement ventilation has been successfully applied include the
increase in chiller efficiency. Due to a high ventilation effectiveness, following.
the amount of outdoor air that must be conditioned can also be • Schools • Restaurants
decreased when compared with a mixing system. This is especially • Theaters • Industrial Spaces
significant in humid climates, where dehumidification of outdoor
• Hospitals • Supermarkets
air is a significant cost.
• Casinos • Open Offices

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Concepts and Benefits

Displacement ventilation is usually a Typical Design Parameters IP SI
good choice if:
Supply Temperature 63-68 °F 17-20 °C
• The contaminants are warmer and/or
lighter than the room air Return Temperature 78-85 °F 26-29 °C
• Supply air is cooler than the room air Supply Face Velocity – Mainly Sedentary Occupancy 40 fpm 0.2 m/s
• The room height is 9 ft [2.75 m] or more Ventilation Effectiveness (ASHRAE, 2004b) 1.2 1.2
• Low noise levels are desired
Overhead air distribution may be a Table 1: Typical DV parameters
better choice if:
• Ceiling heights are below 8 ft [2.4 m]
• Disturbances to room air flow are strong
• Contaminants are colder and/or denser
than the ambient air
• Cooling loads are high and radiant
cooling is not an option
Thermal Plume
A thermal plume is a convection current
caused by buoyancy forces that causes local
air to warm and rise above the heat source,
entraining surrounding air and increasing in
size and volume as it loses momentum, as
depicted in Figure 3. The maximum height
to which a plume will rise is dependent on
the strength of the heat source, as the initial

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momentum of the plume will increase. Also,
a room with more stratification will reduce
the relative density of the plume and, as a
result, limit the height to which the plume
will rise. Figure 3 & 4: Thermal plume from a point heat source and of a heated cylinder
The thermal plume generated from a point
source acts differently than a thermal plume
generated from large objects in the space. 30
For example, a heated cylinder produces a
boundary layer and the convective thermal 25
plume takes a different shape than a point
heat source. A point source type expansion 20
of the thermal plume is still present, but at an
altered height and with the thermal plume
Draft Temperature (˚F)

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boundary layer included, shown in Figure 4.
The cylinder is a better approximation of an
occupant in the space than a point source. 10
Room Air Flow Pattern
5
Air flow patterns in a displacement
ventilation system are quite different than 0
in a mixing system. Because of the low
discharge velocity of displacement outlets,
the room air motion is largely driven by the Figure 5: Air layers
convection flows created by heat sources
such as people, equipment, and warm Room air moves horizontally across the as people, computers, lights, etc. create a
windows; or by heat sinks such as cold walls floor due to momentum from the supply rising convection flow known as a thermal
or windows.The convection flows within the outlet and suction from thermal plumes. It plume. The strength of the thermal plume
room cause the formation of horizontal air then passes vertically through the thermal is dependent on the power and geometry
layers. The warmest air layers are near the plumes to a high level in the room where it of the heat source. The strength of the
ceiling and the coolest air layers are near is returned or exhausted. thermal plume will determine how high
the floor. the convection flows can rise before the
Vertical air movement (see Figure 5, next
page) between layers is caused by stronger momental is fully dissipated. Cold sinks
convection forces associated with heat such as exterior walls or windows can
sources or cold sinks. Heat sources such generate convection flows down the wall
and across the floor.

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Displacement Ventilation Characteristics

Air Flow Penetration
A displacement system supplying cool air
through a diffuser will deliver air along the
floor in a thin layer typically less than 8 in.
[0.20 m] in height. The supply air spreads
across the floor in a similar manner to water
flowing out of a tap, filling the entire space.
Couch
If obstructions such as furniture or partitions Supply Air
are encountered, the air will flow around
and beyond the obstruction, as illustrated Diffuser
in Figure 6. Even rooms with irregular
geometries, as illustrated in Figure 7 can
be uniformly supplied with air. Partition
When the cool air meets a heat source
such as a person or piece of equipment, a
portion of the conditioned air is captured
by the thermal plume of the heat source, Figure 6: Obstruction
while the remainder of air continues further
into the room.
When designing the system to deal with
the cooling demand of the space, the
penetration depth of a displacement diffuser
can be 26-30 ft [8-9 m] or more from the face
of the diffuser. For rooms exceeding 30 ft [9
m] in length or width, diffusers on several
walls are suggested to promote even air Supply Air
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distribution.
Diffuser Air Flow Pattern Diffuser
In order to avoid draft and minimize
induction of room air, it is essential for the
displacement diffuser to uniformly deliver
the supply air across the entire diffuser face
at low velocity. This requires an internal
equalization baffle in combination with a Figure 7: Irregular room geometry
low free area face.Yuan, Chen & Glicksman,
(1999) recommended 40 fpm [0.2 m/s] in
order to maintain acceptable comfort.
A displacement diffuser supplying cool air
will result in an air pattern (typically 5 - 10
°F [2 - 5 °C] cooler than the room set-point),
resembling Figure 8. Due to the density
of the cool supply air, it falls towards the
floor a short distance from the diffuser face
and continues along the floor at a depth of
approximately 4-8 in. [0.1-0.2 m].
When supply air is isothermal (supply air is
the same or less than 5 °F [2.5 °C] warmer
than the room set-point), the flow will be
distributed horizontally into the space, as
shown in Figure 9.

Figure 8: Cooling air flow pattern

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Displacement Ventilation Characteristics

Contaminant Distribution
Contaminant distribution is influenced by
several factors such as supply air method,
contaminant source type, location within
the space, heat sources, and space height.
Displacement ventilation improves
occupant air quality by reducing the
contaminants in the lower portion of the
room. The general upward motion of air
causes contaminants to concentrate within
the upper zone (Figure 10).
With mixing ventilation, contaminants are
diluted with supply air and are distributed
evenly throughout the space. The figure
represents contamination distribution
in a room supplied with mixing and
displacement ventilation for a typical case Figure 9: Isothermal air flow pattern
where the contaminant source is warm (a
person, for example).
With displacement ventilation, because
the upward convection around a person
brings clean air from lower level to the
breathing zone, the air in the breathing zone
is cleaner than the room air at the same
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air need to be extracted at a lower level
through a second return if they present a
safety concern.
Temperature Distribution
Controlling stratification in the occupied
zone is critical to maintaining occupant Occupied
comfort. ASHRAE Standard 55 requires Zone
that the temperature difference between
the head and foot level not to exceed 5.4
°F [3 °C] for a standing person and 3.6 °F [2
°C] for a seated person.
ASHRAE (Chen et al., 1999) has determined
a method for calculating the head-to-foot Mixing Venti
Ventilation
tiilation Displacement Ventilation
temperature stratification of a displacement
system based on supply air volume and
load distribution. This relationship was
used to develop a design procedure for Figure 10: Contaminant distribution
displacement ventilation systems. Using
this design procedure, an acceptable room Location of Returns
temperature stratification level can be Returns should be located as high as
achieved. possible in the space to remove as much
For commercial displacement ventilation of the stratified zone as possible, ideally at
systems, supply air temperatures ranging ceiling height. If the return is located below
from 63 - 68 °F [17 - 20 °C] can be expected. the ceiling, the air above the return may not
As well, the temperature difference between be exhausted properly from the space. If
return and supply in a stratified system will the exhaust is located lower than 7 ft [2 m],
generally be between 13 - 20 °F [7 - 10 °C]. some polluted/hot air may remain within the
occupied zone. For lower ceilings it is best to
place the return above the heat source in the
CONTROL TIP space. In all cases, distributing the returns
evenly thoughout the zone will promote
Temperature stratification above the even air movement in the room.
occupied zone is not a concern as long
as the ceiling is over 8 ft [2.4 m]. To
ensure stratification control, returns
must extract from within 1ft [0.33 m]
of the maximum ceiling height.

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Heating with Displacement Diffusers

As previously discussed, displacement

ventilation relies on buoyancy, or more
specifically, the thermal plumes that surround
heat sources, to drive the air movement
through the space. These plumes pull the
supply air toward occupants, equipment
and the façade, as well as any other heat
source that requires conditioning. This is
all made possible by the pooling of fresh
cool supply air at the floor level, which can
be used to supply the plumes with cool,
fresh air.
When heating is required, the warmer
(and relatively buoyant) supply air may not
have enough forward momentum from the
diffuser to overcome the effects of buoyancy.
This may result in the warm supply air
rising to the ceiling and being exhausted Figure 11: Heating air supply
or returned, potentially bypassing the
occupied zone. The warmer the supply
air, the higher the risk of ‘short circuiting,’
which can result in poor thermal comfort
and ventilation effectiveness, as shown in
Figures 11 and Figure 12.
In practice, for climates with significant
heating loads, diffusers with heat-cool
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changeover or integrated heat should be

used. Alternatively, an auxiliary heating
system such a radiant panels could be
used. For milder climates, it may be
possible to use the DV system at slightly
elevated temperatures. Experience has
demonstrated that reasonable performance
may be achieved using up to 5 °F [3 °C]
heating air.
Diffusers with Integrated Heat
Figure 12: Isothermal air supply
Displacement diffusers with integrated
heat feature a cooling section as well
as a heater. In the case of the perimeter
diffuser, the bottom section is a low velocity
displacement outlet, used to manage the
cooling load and provide ventilation air
during heating periods. The upper section
includes a heater in the enclosure that is to
be cycled or modulated as required. The
diffuser, shown in Figure 13, is designed to
look and function like the perimeter radiation
systems common to many commercial
buildings. The fintube or electric coil in the
heating section manages the skin load in
the same manner as a typical baseboard
heater. The cooling section below continues Figure 13: Perimeter diffuser with Figure 14: DV diffuser with integrated
to supply ventilation air to the building integrated heater heat installed along the perimeter
occupants, typically at isothermal or slightly
cooling temperatures. This type of outlet is
shown in Figures 14.
In this configuration, the convective forces
from the heating element are not substantial
enough to draw the supply air into the front
intake opening for the heater, so potential
short circuiting of the conditioned supply air
is minimized. These diffusers are ideal for
use in perimeter offices, classrooms, and
commercial spaces with large windows.

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Heating with Displacement Diffusers

Other types of outlets with heating

functions include those that can change
their discharge pattern to optimize the
room air flow depending on the supply
air temperature. These diffusers provide
a typical displacement pattern in cooling
mode, but can also switch over to a mixing
pattern in heating mode. These diffusers
incorporate a slot diffuser or a linear bar grille
section in order to increase the discharge
velocity of the air when mixing is required,
as shown in Figure 17 and Figure 18.
The changeover is actuated automatically
through a signal from either the building Figure 15: Ceiling mounted DV diffuser with Figure 16: DF1W-HC, displacement
control system or a duct temperature heat-cool changeover diffusers with heat-cool changeover
sensor. When the supply air is warm, it is
diverted into the secondary plenum and
through the heating diffuser. This allows a
single duct and a single diffuser to provide
both heating and cooling with no manual Hot Air Cool Air
changeover or secondary heating systems.
Other Heating Options
There are cases where it is preferred to
separate the heating and cooling functions,
particularly in cold climates where the skin
Window

Window
load can be significant. Examples of this

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type of system include the following:
Fan Coils
Fan coils may be incorporated into a
displacement system as an alternative
heating source, as long as the fan coil is
located outside the occupied zone and is
used to treat perimeter walls and glass Figure 17: Air diverted Figure 18: Air diverted
without mixing the occupied zone. For through the heating plenum through the cooling plenum
more information on fan coils please refer
to Chapter 13—Introduction to Fan Coils
and Blower Coils of the Price Engineer’s
Handbook.
Hydronic Systems
Utilizing a hydronic system in conjunction
with a displacement system has numerous
benefits. In addition to supplying heat to
the zone, hydronic systems can be used to
compensate for the sensible cooling demand
and provide excellent comfort conditions
to a space. There are several methods
for supplying hydronic heat: perimeter
radiation, radiant flooring, radiant panels
(Figure 19), and chilled sails (Figure 20).
More information on this option can be Figure 19: Radiant panel Figure 20: Chilled sail
found in the following section, as well as
in Chapter 18—Introduction to Radiant
Heating and Cooling of the Price Engineer’s
Handbook.

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Diffuser Types
Diffuser Types
A wide variety of displacement air diffuser types are available to suit the location restrictions and décor of a particular room or space.
In some cases the diffusers are custom fabricated to meet an area’s unique architectural design.
There are several categories of displacement diffusers:
• Free standing diffusers that mount on the floor, in most cases against a wall
• Wall diffusers that integrate into the wall or millwork
• Floor diffusers that install into the floor
• Ceiling diffusers that install in a ceiling
• Industrial diffusers which are designed to withstand harsher environments.

Free Standing Diffusers

Rectangular units are typically placed against a wall or partition or in a corner, but may also be located against pillars or, in some instances,
stand in the middle of the room. They are available with rectangular or round faces in order to provide an aesthetic to compliment the
room design. Depending on the design, these diffusers provide a 1 way, 3 way, or radial pattern, as shown in Figures 21 to Figure 24 for
rectangular and round faced diffusers and various configurations.
The configuration of displacement diffusers are typically driven as much by architectural considerations as by performance characteristics.
It is for this reason that there is such a large variety of displacement ventilation products in various shapes and sizes.
One common type of these diffusers are the corner outlets. These are specifically designed to fit into a 90° corner in a room and are
available in flat or rounded faces, depending on the desired look. These diffusers are ideal for applications where wall space may be
limited and corners are available for use.

Rectangle diffuser 1 way air pattern 3 way air pattern

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Diffuser

Plan View Plan View

Figure 21: Rectangle diffusers Figure 22: DF1L installed against wall

Circular diffuser Circular air pattern Corner air pattern

Plan View Plan View

Figure 23: Circular diffusers Figure 24: DR180 installed in free space

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Diffuser Types

Wall Mounted Diffusers

Wall mounted displacement diffusers are designed to be integrated into the wall (Figure 25). The most common wall integrated diffuser
features a narrow plenum and rectangular inlet to accommodate duct connection in a standard 4 in. [100 mm] studded wall. A recessed
diffuser is another example of a wall mounted diffuser (Figure 27). It has no plenum or inlet, and is designed for plenum fed applications,
as might be found when mounted in a stair riser, wall or cabinet. Another type of wall mounted diffuser features a linear grille, as shown
in Figure 28. These diffusers are typically installed on the perimeter and are available with an integrated heating element.

Wall mounted Wall mounted Wall mounted

diffuser air pattern air pattern

Diffuser

Section View Plan View

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Figure 25: Wall mounted diffusers Figure 26: DF1W installed in-wall

Wall mounted recessed diffuser Linear diffuser enclosure

with integrated heat

Figure 27: Wall mounted diffusers Figure 28: DLE-H installed against wall

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Diffuser Types
Floor Diffusers
Displacement diffusers are available for integration with a raised floor air distribution system. Figure 29 to Figure 33 are some types
of displacement floor diffusers available. These diffusers produce a low velocity radial pattern across the floor.
Displacement floor grilles can also be fan assisted (Figure 31) when additional air volumes are required and a fan terminal is not
economical.
In some instances, such as in a highly aesthetic area or along a perimeter, a continuous grille is preferred. In these situations the linear
version of the displacement floor grille is a good choice (Figure 32).

Round floor grille Displacement floor grille

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Figure 29: Floor Diffusers Figure 30: RFDD installed in floor

Fan powered Linear floor grille

displacement floor grille

Figure 31: Floor Diffusers Figure 32: DFGL installed continusly along
a perimeter

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Ceiling Diffusers
Displacement ventilation diffusers may also be located outside of the occupied zone, which is a good location for a diffuser in a space
that either does not have a lot of wall space or where space is at a premium, such as in a private office. These diffusers can either fit in
to a T-bar ceiling system or can be mounted directly to ductwork. Some of these products are also available with heat-cool changeover
options (Figure 32 and Figure 34)
Due to the supply air falling through the warmer air above, there will be some amount of heat gain of the supply air before it reaches
the floor. There is also the potential for some entrainment of pollutants that are collected in the upper zone. While the amount of heat
gained and pollutants entrained is small, it is often desired to minimize this as much as possible. It is therefore common to locate the
supply outlets near a wall to take advantage of the Coanda effect, wherein the supply air will travel down the wall to the occupied zone.
This reduces the size of the area where the supply air interacts with the stagnant air, and thereby the heating effect.
If the face velocity of the ceiling mounted displacement diffuser is within the rage recommended for those located in the occupied zone,
the velocity of the air falling past occupants should remain low. To ensure that this does not pose a risk of draft, it is good practice to
place diffusers that cannot be located near a wall above corridors or office pathways (Figure 36 and Figure 37)

Ceiling diffuser Ceiling diffuser

with heat-cool changeover

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Figure 33: Ceiling Diffusers Figure 34: DF1W-HC installed in wall

Industrial Diffusers
For the industrial environment, diffusers must be able to withstand impact from moving equipment or be mounted above the working
space and designed to supply air deep into the space. Flat industrial displacement diffusers are intended to be placed on the industrial
floor space and provide supply air. The robust design allows this diffuser to withstand the impact forces common to the industrial sector.
Industrial diffusers are designed to be mounted above the occupied zone, and have integrated heating and cooling supply air modes
(Figure 35 and Figure 36).

Free standing industrial Duct mounted industrial diffuser

diffuser with heat-cool changeover with heat-cool changeover

Figure 35: Industrial Diffusers Figure 36: DFXi installed in floor

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Design Procedure - Displacement Ventilation

ASHRAE
The following step by step design procedure is offered as a simplified approach to determine the ventilation rate and supply air temperature
for typical displacement ventilation applications. The procedures presented are based on the findings of ASHRAE Research Project-949
(Chen, Glicksman, Yuan, Hu, & Yang, 1999) and the procedure outlined by Chen & Glicksman (2003).
The design procedure applies to typical North American office spaces and classrooms. These procedures should be used with care
when applied to large spaces such as theaters or atria; a computational fluid dynamic analysis (CFD) of large spaces is recommended
to optimize the air supply volume.
Only the sensible loads should be used for the preceding calculations.These calculations are only for determining the air flow requirements
to maintain the set-point in the space; the total building load remains the same as with a mixing system.
Step 1: Determine the Summer Cooling Load
Use a cooling load program or the ASHRAE manual method to determine the design cooling load of the space in the summer. If possible,
assume a 1.1 °F/ft [2 °C/m] vertical temperature gradient in the space for the computer simulation as the room air temperature is not
uniform with displacement ventilation. Itemize the cooling load into the following categories:
• The occupants, desk lamps and equipment, qoe (Btu/h [W])
• The overhead lighting, ql (Btu/h [W])
• The heat conduction through the room envelope and transmitted solar radiation, qex (Btu/h [W])

Step 2: Determine the Cooling Load Ventilation Flow Rate, QDV:

The flow rate required for summer cooling, using standard air, is:

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Where:
QDV = air required to satisfy the sensible cooling load in a DV system, cfm [L/s]
ρ = air density, lb/ft³ [kg/m3]
cp = specific heat of the air at constant pressure, Btu/lb°F [kJ/kgK]
thf = temperature difference from head to foot level, °F [°C]

Step 3: Determine Flow Rate of Fresh Air, Qoz:

ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2004 Ventilation Rate Procedure includes default values for ventilation effectiveness. From ASHRAE Standard 62.1-
2004: equation 6-1 is used to determine the breathing zone outdoor air flow Vbz and equation 6-2 is used to determine the zone outdoor
air flow Qoz.

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where:
Qoz = the required volume of outdoor air, as determined from ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2004, based on room application.
Note that local codes may not allow the discount for the ventilation effectiveness, or may have stricter requirements.
Rp = outdoor air flow rate required per person, as determined from Table 6-1 in ASHRAE 62.1-2004, cfm/person [L/s person]
RA = outdoor air flow rate required per unit area, as determined from Table 6-1 in ASHRAE 62.1, cfm/ft 2 [L/sm2]
Pz = zone population: the largest number of people expected to occupy the zone during typical usage, persons
Az = zone floor area, ft2 [m2]
Ez = the ventilation effectiveness of the air distribution system in the zone

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Step 4: Determine Supply Air Flow Rate, Qs:

Choose the greater of the required flow rate for summer cooling and the required ventilation rate as the design flow rate of the supply air:

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Step 5: Determine Supply Air Temperature, Ts:

The supply air temperature can be determined from equations and simplified to:

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Step 6: Determine Exhaust Air Temperature

The exhaust air temperature can be determined by the following method:

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Step 7: Evaluate Calculated Supply Temperature.

Since displacement ventilation provides the cool conditioned air along the floor level, a minimum supply air temperature of 63 °F
should be observed to ensure the floor level does not become excessively cool. Occasionally the supply temperature calculated in Step
5 above will end up below 63 °F, in which case the following steps should be taken to rebalance the cooling airflow with a minimum
supply temperature of 63 °F or higher.

Step 8: Rebalance Supply Air Volume (As required)

Using a derivation of equation 15.25, the supply air volume will be recalculated with the new supply air temperature, using the previous
inputs and the calculated exhaust air temperature.

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Step 9: Selection of Diffusers

The goal is to maximize comfort in the space and minimize the quantity of diffusers. At a maximum, Chen & Glicksman (2003) suggest
a 40 fpm face velocity, but this value may increase or decrease depending on the space and comfort requirements. A CFD simulation
can validate the design and is recommended for larger spaces.

REHVA
The Federation of European Heating and Air-conditioning Associations (REHVA) presents two procedures for the air volume calculation
in DV systems. The first is based on thermal comfort, and calculates the air volume required to satisfy the loads in the space. As this is
the most relevant to the current discussion, it will be presented here. The second is based on air quality, and predicts the contaminant
distribution in a room. For areas where AQ is critical, this method (Skistad, 2002) could be used as a check after the thermal comfort
procedure is used.

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Design Procedure - Displacement Ventilation

The thermal comfort procedure offered by REHVA is based on the assumption that half of the temperature gain in the room is realized
between the supply and the floor level. The REHVA procedure is not dissimilar to the ASHRAE methods, but it does have slightly
different assumptions.

Step 1: Determine the Design Conditions and the Cooling Load

Determine total room load using a cooling load program or the ASHRAE manual method:

J7

Step 2: Determine the Maximum Temperature Rise Through the Room

Using the design stratification, s, and the room height, h:

J8

Note: REHVA does not recommend that the maximum temperature rise exceed 18 °F [10 K] for standard commercial spaces with typical
office ceiling heights (9-10 ft [2.75 – 3 m]), and recommends adjusting the value of s so that the evaluation of equation J7 is not greater
than the limit.

Step 3: Calculate the Supply Air Temperature

The supply air temperature is calculated as:

J9

(for further explaination please refer to the Price Engineer’s Handbook, Chapter 15 - Introduction to Displacement Ventilation)
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Step 4: Determine Supply Air Flow Rate

Since:

IP J10

SI J10

and

IP J11

SI J11

As with the ASHRAE method, the supply air rate should satisfy both equation J7 and local code requirements:

J3

Step 5: Re-evaluate the Comfort Conditions

Calculate the temperature at the floor and ensure that the stratification limit has not been exceeded:

IP J12

SI J12

J13

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Component Selection
The aim of diffuser selection is to choose Distance (m)
an air outlet that will perform well (the 0 0.6 1.2 1.8 2.4 3.0 3.7 4.3 4.9 5.5
function will vary by application) and not 40
cause discomfort. These goals do not
change significantly when designing a 35 Distance (m)
displacement ventilation system. In fact,
the procedure for selecting DV outlets is 30 0 0.6 1.2 1.8 2.4 3.0 3.7 4.3 4.9 5.5
40
often significantly easier than with mixing 25
diffusers. The room air flow characteristics 35

DR (%)
of a DV system are such that they make 20
concepts of throw, spread and drop 30
meaningless. As discussed, it is the heat 15
25
sources in the room that drive the air 10
diffusion, not the momentum from the air DR (%) 20
outlet. In addition, the noise generated from 5
displacement diffusers is so low that NC is 15
0
often not a factor when choosing a product. 10 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18
As a result, the primary factor when selecting Distance (ft)
a displacement diffuser is thermal comfort. 5
As discussed in the thermal comfort section, 0
the primary factors affecting thermal 0 2 4 6 8
Distance 10
(m) 12 14 16 18
comfort with a displacement ventilation Figure 37: DR vs. distance, 40 fpm [0.2 m/s] face velocity, supply air 5 oF [2.7 °C] below troom
0 0.6 1.2 1.8 2.4
Distance 3.0
(ft) 3.7 4.3 4.9 5.5
system are stratification and draft. The 40
procedure for determining the air volume
already accounts for stratification, and so the 35 Distance (m)

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primary selection criteria with displacement
diffusers is draft. 30 0 0.6 1.2 1.8 2.4 3.0 3.7 4.3 4.9 5.5
40
A common industry metric that evaluates 25
35
DR (%)

the performance of DV outlets is the adjacent

zone (AZ). The AZ defines the region around 20
30
the outlet where the velocity is 40 fpm [0.2 15
m/s], 1 or 2 in. [25 or 50 mm] above the floor. 25
Unfortunately, the measurement heights 10
DR (%)

and lack of temperature influence does 20

5
not correspond well with North American 15
comfort standards. It it is, therefore, difficult 0
to get a sense on how this data translates to 10 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18
the thermal comfort of occupants. Distance (ft)
5
A more appropriate metric is the draft
ratio from ASHRAE Standard 55-2004 and 0
ISO 7730-2005. As discussed in Chapter 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18
4—Introduction to Indoor Environmental Distance (ft)
Quality of the Price Engineer’s Hadbook,
DR identifies the percentage of people
dissatisfied based on a combination of
temperature, velocity and turbulence Figure 38: DR vs. distance, 40 fpm [0.2 m/s] face velocity, supply air 10 °F [2.7 °C] below troom
intensity. Performance data presented in
this form gives a real idea of how these temperature increases due to entrainment seems to be a good compromise between
outlets will impact the thermal comfort in of room air and convective heat transfer draft risk and diffuser size. Depending on
the zone, which is the primary concern for from surrounding surfaces while the draft the application, some adjustment to the face
DV diffuser selection and layout. In both is decreased. Because of this, higher supply velocity is possible. If people are seated
ASHRAE Standard 55-2004 and ISO 7730- air temperatures and lower diffuser face adjacent to the outlet, such as in a theater
2005, the range of acceptable DR is between velocities are desirable in order to minimize with diffusers in risers behind the seats, a
0 and 20. draft. The face velocity will have an impact on lower face velocity is preferred. In transient
the size of the selected diffuser. For example, spaces such as lobbies or airports, the
Figure 37 and Figure 38 show the engineer may be able to select higher face
200 cfm out of a diffuser with a face velocity of
DR performance of a floor mounted velocities, perhaps as high as 50 -55 fpm
40 fpm will require 5 ft2 of diffuser face,
displacement diffuser at 5 °F [2.8 °C] and [0.25 – 0.275 m/s]. In areas where draft is
whereas a face velocity of 50 fpm only
10 °F [5.5 °C] cooling. less of a concern, such as in a machine shop,
requires 4 ft2 of diffuser face.
The discomfort due to draft, DR, is highest significantly higher face velocities may be
ASHRAE (Chen & Glicksman, 2003)
in areas closest to the diffuser, where the appropriate. It is not unusual to have a face
recommends a maximum face velocity
lowest temperatures and often the highest velocity as high as 100 fpm [0.5 m/s] in
of 40 fpm [0.2 m/s] for regularly occupied
velocity exist. Moving away from the outlet, industrial spaces.
commercial spaces. In practice this number
the velocity decreases and the supply air

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These typical face velocities are general
rules of thumb and have been determined
to be acceptable for most spaces. A 1.0
more accurate method for determining
an appropriate diffuser face velocity is to 0.9

Velocity / Velocityunoccupied
evaluate the draft, or DR, around the diffuser.
The diffuser face velocity directly impacts 0.8
the air velocity at the floor level, thereby
affecting the draft. Laboratory testing can 0.7
provide relationships between the diffuser
face velocity and supply air temperature to 0.6
the DR in a room. Other factors that will
affect comfort with a given velocity and 0.5
temperature include:
• Occupant’s metabolic rate 0.4
• Occupant’s clothing level
• Occupant density 0.3
• Room loads Occupant Density, Increasing
Due to these complex relationships, CFD
modeling or selection software may be used
to refine the diffuser size and face velocity Figure 39: Reduction in air velocity due to occupant density
based on a specific application.
The selection of a specific diffuser is often
as much of an architectural choice as an Unit Size,
engineering one. For the most part, various in. [Face Face Air Total Static Noise
diffuser types all supply air in a similar Area. ft2] Inset Velocity Flow Pressure Pressure Criteria
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pattern; the type of diffuser will therefore WxHxD Size in. fpm cfm in. w.g. in. w.g. NC
not have a large impact on the room air
dynamics. The type of diffuser is selected 8 20 72 --- --- ---
in order suit the architectural requirements, 24x24x13 8 30 108 0.02 --- ---
integrate into millwork, incorporate heat,
or promote an even air distribution in the [3.6] 8 40 144 0.03 --- ---
space. 8 50 180 0.05 0.03 ---
Once the air volume has been determined, 8 20 148 0.02 --- ---
the next step is to select the product.
Some of the products feature options that 48x24x13 8 30 222 0.04 --- ---
are required for the application, such as a [7.4] 8 40 295 0.07 0.02 ---
diffuser with integrated heat or a diffuser
that is face adjustable for providing 8 50 369 0.11 0.04 20
personal control. If the type of diffuser is 8 20 186 0.02 --- ---
already determined due to room constraints
or application (floor mounted diffusers for 8 30 278 0.05 --- ---
an open office, for example), then the next 8 40 371 0.09 --- 17
60x24x13
step is to divide the room air volume by the
face velocity: [9.3] 8 50 464 0.14 0.03 25
10 30 278 0.03 --- ---
10 40 371 0.06 0.03 ---
10 20 226 0.02 --- ---
Knowing the face area, the designer can 10 30 338 0.04 --- ---
then determine either the size or number 48x36x16
of diffusers required. Product performance 10 40 451 0.08 0.03 16
[11.3]
pages include information about the diffuser 10 50 564 0.12 0.05 23
face size to facilitate this selection, as shown
in Table 2. 12 30 338 0.03 --- ---
In general, selecting taller diffusers will
Table 2: DF1 Series - performance data in IP units
cause a larger area with a DR of 20 or above
due to the cool supply air having a longer have a significant impact on the local DR due
path to the floor. This air gains momentum to the constant diffuser height. As a result, it
whenever travelling in the direction of the is often preferred to add face area by adding
buoyancy forces (vertically), which will lead length or width to the diffuser before adding
to higher velocity along the floor adjacent to height if more diffuser capacity is required.
the outlet. Diffusers that are wider do not

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Diffuser Layout
By primarily considering comfort and trusting that the heat sources
will effectively distribute the air through the room, the concepts of
coverage or colliding air streams are not really applicable. Instead,
there are several rules of thumb that can help the designer to lay
the diffusers out in the room. ASHRAE (Chen & Glicksman, 2003)
recommends the following:
• There should not be large obstacles near the diffusers.
• The diffusers should be placed on the walls opposite the
exterior walls/windows.
• The diffusers can be placed in the center of a room around a
column, for example. LONG ROOM LONG ROO
• More diffusers should be placed in the spaces with higher
cooling load. <30 ft [9 m] <30 ft [9 m]
Even though the heat sources move the supply air throughout the
zone, it is good practice to supply the air in such a way that promotes
even air distribution. Using multiple smaller diffusers instead of a Figure 40: Long rooms
single large one can help supply the air to all corners of the room
while also improving the thermal comfort. There are some additional factors to keep in mind for ceiling
Some rules of thumb that may be used are: mounted diffusers, as well as sloped floor applications. The heavier
supply air will make its way down to the lowest level in the space.
• For rooms with dimensions larger than 30 ft [9 m], consider
For ceiling mounted diffusers, this would typically mean the floor.
using multiple outlets, evenly spaced or mounting the diffuser
Care must be taken in these instances not to locate the diffuser
on two opposite walls or corners. directly above seated occupants due to the risk of draft caused
• For large open spaces, such as a casino or exhibition hall where by the air passing through the zone. The ideal location for ceiling

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there is limited wall space against which to locate diffusers, mounted diffusers in an office environment is against an interior
supply outlets should be located in the middle of the zone. wall, which will ensure that the chances of someone being seated
• When ducting from below a diffuser, it is important to supply below the outlet is low. It will also make use of the Coanda effect
the diffuser with a base for easy connection to the diffuser. (refer to Chapter 2—Introduction to Fluid Mechanics of the Price
• When mounting displacement diffusers along walls, it is Engineer’s Handbook for more information) to pull the supply air
important to provide support in order to hold the weight of the against the wall, reducing the amount of mixing that occurs between
the supply air and the warm polluted air trapped at the ceiling,
outlets.
and thereby reducing the potential reduction in air quality from
• In installations where the ductwork is supplied from above the entrainment of pollutants from the return air.
diffuser and needs to be hidden, the use of a duct cover will
In the case of a sloped floor, such as in a theater, the heavier air will
properly conceal the ductwork. If a perforated cover is preferred,
make its way down to the lowest point, potentially reducing the air
the ductwork should be painted to conceal it completely.
temperature in that zone and starving the higher elevations.
Location of Return Grilles
PRODUCT TIP The only requirement for return grilles is that they are placed at the
highest point in the space. If not all of the return air can be drawn
To conceal ductwork located between the ceiling and the
from this location, placement of returns below the highest point is
floor mounted diffuser, a duct covering may be used. These
acceptable, as long as there is some relief at the peak to remove
covers are designed to match the look of the diffuser for a
any trapped air or moisture. The model type does not change from
consistent architectural finish.
mixing systems.

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Example 1 — Office Design (IP)

Window

9 ft 10 ft

SMALL OFFICE
12 ft

Space Design
The owner of an office building is renovating and would like to consider using displacement ventilation in the office areas. This example
examines a small office in this space. The office is a north facing room, used primarily during the hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The
space is designed for 2 occupants, a computer with LCD monitor, T8 florescent lighting, and has a control temperature of 72 °F. The
room is 10 ft wide, 12 ft long, and 9 ft from floor to ceiling. The owner expressed interest in supplying the office spaces with wall mounted
displacement diffusers or corner displacement diffuser as space is limited.

Design Considerations
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Occupants 2
Set-Point 72 °F
Floor Area 120 ft²
Exterior Wall 90 ft²
Volume 1080 ft³
qoz 800 Btu/h
ql 825 Btu/h
qex 450 Btu/h
qT 2075 Btu/h

Space Considerations
One of the primary considerations when using a DV system is comfort. As previously discussed, ASHRAE Standard 55-2010 stipulates
the maximum combination of velocity and temperature in the occupied zone, PPD due to draft, as well as the stratification in the space.
According to ASHRAE Standard 55-2010, the recommended stratification limit between head and foot is 5.4 °F.
The assumptions made for the space are as follows:
• Load per person is 250 Btu/h
• Lighting load in the space is 6.82 Btu/hft²
• Computer load is 308 Btu/h (CPU and LCD Monitor)
• Conduction through the window and wall is 5 Btu/hft²
• The specific heat and density of the air for this example will be 0.24 Btu/lb°F and 0.075 lb/ft³ respectively.

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Example 1 — Office Design (IP)

Using the ASHRAE Procedure (Chen & Glicksman, 2003)
The loads are broken down as follows:

qoz = (2 People × 250 Btu/h) + 300 Btu/h = 800 Btu/h

ql = 120 ft² × 6.87 Btu/hft² = 825 Btu/h
qex = 90 ft² × 5 Btu/hft² = 450 Btu/h
qT = 2075 Btu/h
Total cooling load for this space (qT ) is 2075 Btu/h, and 17.33 Btu/hft².
ASHRAE Standard 62-2004 requires 0.06 cfm/ft² outdoor air flow rate per unit area, Ra, and 5 cfm/person outdoor air flow rate per person,
Rp, be delivered to the space for moderately active office work applications. For displacement ventilation, ventilation effectiveness or
zone air distribution effectiveness (Ez) is assumed to be 1.2 (Table 6-2, ASHRAE Standard 62-2004).

Step 1: Determine the air flow rate to meet the cooling load.

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Step 2: Determine fresh air flow rate.

Note: Some local codes may not allow the discount for qoe, or may have stricter requirements, and they should be used instead of this
calculation.
The total supply air volume for cooling is then the maximum value between QDV and Qoz.

Step 3: Calculate the supply air temperature.

Step 4: Determine the return air temperature.

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Step 5: Adjust for new supply temperature
The supply temperature should be 10 °F less than tsp or 63 °F, whichever is higher.

Using the REHVA Thermal Comfort Procedure (Skistad, 2002)

Step 1: Determine the design conditions and the cooling load.

Step 2: Determine the maximum temperature rise through the room.

This is greater than the 18 °F maximum temperature rise recommended by REHVA, adjusting accordingly:
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Step 3: Calculate the supply air temperature.

Step 4: Determine supply air flow rate.

As with the ASHRAE method, the supply air rate should satisfy both equation J10 and local code requirements:

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Step 5: Re-evaluate the comfort conditions.
Calculate the temperature at the floor and ensure that the stratification limit has not been exceeded:

This corresponds to a 3.5 °F temperature differential between head and foot, which is acceptable according to ASHRAE Standard 55-2004.
It is important to note that the supply air temperature in this example is below what is generally recommended for DV applications. If
this example was redone using a cooling differential, tsp-ts = 10 °F, the following values would be obtained:

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Comparing all solutions in this example:

Value ASHRAE REHVA REHVA (Adjusted Ts)

ts 62.7 °F 59.5 °F 62 °F
Qs 110 cfm 107 cfm 133 cfm
te 81.8 °F 77.5 °F 83.4 °F
θf 0.32 0.5 0.5
thf 3.6 °F 3.5 °F 3 °F

In the table we notice that the supply air temperature from the ASHRAE procedure is higher than that of REHVA, with the exception of
the iterative procedure. This can be largely attributed to the way each method predicts the room loads’ contribution to the heat gain in
the occupied zone, as is also shown in the variance in the value of θf between the cases.
For additional REHVA sample calculations please refer to the Price Engineer’s Handbook.

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Selection of Diffusers
For this application we are limited to wall mounted or corner diffusers at the request of the owner. Traditional displacement diffusers are
limited to 40 fpm face velocity in standard commercial applications in order to meet comfort criteria. With a supply air rate of 101 cfm
and a face velocity of 40 fpm, 2.53 ft² of diffuser face area is required. For the Price DF1W, DF1R or DF1C, a 24 in. x 18 in. diffuser will
provide a face area of 3 ft². A Price DR90 unit that is 30 in. tall and has an 18 in. diameter will provide a face area of 2.94 ft².
Layout of the Office
The corner diffusers could be placed in any of the corners to supply this room, as long as the occupant is comfortable. The wall diffusers
can be placed on any of the walls in the room.
Flow Visualization
A CFD analysis was run for this example using the conditions, calculated air flow, and supply air temperature for the small office with
the Price DF1W to give a visual representation of the temperature distribution, air movement, and draft temperatures.
The CFD plot of air temperature is shown below. The DF1W produces the predicted temperature stratification in the space. Also
visible are the heat plumes off the occupants and computer. The seated occupant experiences ambient air temperatures from 69 °F
to 72 °F, and the standing occupant 69 °F to 75 °F. Both are within the thermal stratification comfort conditions set by ASHRAE (Chen
& Glicksman, 2003).

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71
Temperature (°F)

68

65

The velocity profile illustrates the slow moving air throughout the space. The images also show the plumes off the occupants and
computer, as well as the general shape of the air pattern leaving the diffuser.

1.67

1.33

1.00

0.67
Velocity (ft/s)

0.33

0.00

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Example 1 — Office Design (SI)

Window

3m 3m

SMALL OFFICE
4m

Space Design
The owner of an office building is renovating and would like to consider using displacement ventilation in the office areas. This
example examines a small office in this space. The office is a north facing room, used primarily during the hours from 8:00 am
5:00 pm. The space is designed for 2 occupants, a computer with LCD monitor, T8 florescent lighting, and has a control temperature
of 22 °C. The room is 3 m wide, 4 m long, and 3 m from floor to ceiling. The owner expressed interest in supplying the office spaces
with wall mounted displacement diffusers or corner displacement diffuser as space is limited.

Design Considerations

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Occupants 2
Set-Point 22 °C
Floor Area 12 m²
Exterior Wall 9 m²
Volume 36 m³
qoz 210 W
ql 300 W
qex 135 W
qT 645 W

Space Considerations
One of the primary considerations when using a DV system is comfort. As previously discussed, ASHRAE Standard 55-2010 stipulates
the maximum combination of velocity and temperature in the occupied zone, PPD due to draft, as well as the stratification in the space.
The stratification according to ASHRAE Standard 55-2010 and ASHRAE Research Project-949 (Chen et al., 1999) is 3 °C.
The assumptions made for the space are as follows:
• Load per person is 75 W
• Lighting load in the space 25 W/m²
• Computer load is 60 W (CPU and LCD Monitor)
• Conduction through the window and wall is 15 W/m²
• The specific heat and density of the air for this example will be 1.007 kJ/(kgK) and
1.2 kg/m3 respectively.

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Using the ASHRAE Procedure (Chen & Glicksman, 2003)
The loads are broken down as follows:

qoz = (2 People × 75 W) + 60 W = 210 W

ql = 12 m2 × 25 W/m2 = 300 W
qex = 9 m² × 15 W/m² = 135 W
qT = 645 W
Total cooling load for this space (qT) is 645 W, and approximately 54 W/m2.
ASHRAE Standard 62-2004 requires 0.3 L/s m2 outdoor air flow rate per unit area, Ra, and 2.5 L/s per person outdoor air flow rate per
person, Rp, be delivered to the space for moderately active office work applications. For displacement ventilation, ventilation effectiveness
or zone air distribution effectiveness (Ez) is assumed to be 1.2 (Table 6-2, ASHRAE Standard 62-2004).

Step 1: Determine the air flow rate to meet the cooling load.
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Step 2: Determine fresh air flow rate.

Note: Some local codes may not allow the discount for qoe, or may have stricter requirements, and they should be used instead of this
calculation.
The total supply air volume for cooling is then the maximum value between QDV and Qoz.

Step 3: Calculate the supply air temperature.

Step 4: Determine the return air temperature.

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Step 5: Adjust for new supply temperature.
The supply temperature should be 5.5 °C less than tsp or 17 °C, whichever is higher.

Using the REHVA Thermal Comfort Procedure (Skistad, 2002)

Step 1: Determine the design conditions and the cooling load.

Step 2: Determine the maximum temperature rise through the room.

This is greater than the 10 °C maximum temperature rise recommended by REHVA, adjusting accordingly:

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Step 3: Calculate the supply air temperature.

Step 4: Determine supply air flow rate.

As with the ASHRAE method, the supply air rate should satisfy both equation J10 and local code requirements:

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Step 5: Re-evaluate the comfort conditions.
Calculate the temperature at the floor and ensure that the stratification limit has not been exceeded:

This corresponds to a 1.8 °C temperature differential between head and foot, which is acceptable according to ASHRAE Standard 55-2004.
It is important to note that the supply air temperature in this example is below what is generally recommended for DV applications. If
this example was redone using a cooling differential, tsp-ts = 5.5 °C, the following values would be obtained:
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Comparing all solutions in this example:

Value ASHRAE REHVA REHVA (Adjusted Ts)

ts 16.7 °C 15.2 °C 16.5 °C
Qs 52 L/s 53 L/s 68.5 L/s
te 25.6 °C 25.2 °C 24.3 °C
θf 0.32 0.5 0.5
thf 2 °C 2 °C 1.43 °C

In the table we notice that the supply air temperature from the ASHRAE procedure is higher than that of REHVA, with the exception of
the iterative procedure. This can be largely attributed to the way each method predicts the room loads’ contribution to the heat gain in
the occupied zone, as is also shown in the variance in the value of θf between the cases.
For additional REHVA sample calculations please refer to the Price Engineer’s Handbook.

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Selection of Diffusers
For this application we are limited to wall mounted or corner diffusers at the request of the owner. Traditional displacement diffusers
are limited to 0.2 m/s face velocity in standard commercial applications in order to meet comfort criteria. With a supply air rate of 49 L/s
and a face velocity of 0.2 m/s, 0.245 m² of diffuser face area is required. For the Price DF1W, DF1R or DF1C, a 600 mm x 450 mm diffuser
will provide a face area of 0.27 m². A Price DR90 unit with an 450 mm diameter and 750 mm tall will provide a face area of 0.265 m².
Layout of the Office
The corner diffusers could be placed in any of the corners to supply this room, as long as the occupant is comfortable. The wall
diffusers can be placed on any of the walls in the room.
Flow Visualization
A CFD analysis was run for this example using the conditions, calculated air flow, and supply air temperature for the small office with
the Price DF1W to give a visual representation of the temperature distribution, air movement, and draft temperatures in the space.
The CFD plot of air temperature is shown below. The DF1W produces the predicted temperature stratification in the space. Also visible
are the heat plumes off the occupants and computer. The seated occupant experiences ambient air temperatures from 20.6 ºC to 22.2
ºC, and the standing occupant 20.6 ºC to 23.9 ºC. Both are within the thermal stratification comfort conditions set by ASHRAE (Chen
& Glicksman, 2003).

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77

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Temperature (°F)

68

65

The velocity profile illustrates the slow moving air throughout the space. The images also show the plumes off the occupants and
computer, as well as the general shape of the air pattern leaving the diffuser.

1.67

1.33

1.00

0.67
Velocity (ft/s)

0.33

0.00

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Example 2 — Boardroom Design A (IP)

10 ft 14 ft

BOARDROOM
24 ft

Space Design
The owner of a new office building wants to use a displacement ventilation system for all occupied spaces. This example examines a
private boardroom that is located in the center of the building without any exterior surfaces. The space is designed for 8 occupants, a
computer with LCD monitor, a projector, T8 florescent lighting, and has a control temperature of 72 °F. The room is 24 ft wide, 14 ft long,
and 10 ft from floor to ceiling. There is a large whiteboard at the west side of the room and cabinets along the south and east sides of
the room. The owner and architect want the displacement diffusers in the space to fit seamlessly into the room.

Design Considerations
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Occupants 8
Set-Point 72 °F
Floor Area 336 ft²
Volume 3360 ft²
qoz 2496 Btu/h
ql 2292 Btu/h
qex 0 Btu/h
qT 4788 Btu/h

Space Considerations
Some of the assumptions made for the space are as follows:
• The head to foot gradient recommended by ASHRAE (Chen & Glicksman, 2003) is 5.4 °F for seated occupants.
• Load per person is 250 Btu/h
• Lighting load in the space is 6.82 Btu/hft²
• Computer and LCD load is 308 Btu/h
• Projector load is 188 Btu/h
• The specific heat and density of the air for this example will be 0.24 Btu/lb °F and 0.075 lb/ft³ respectively.

The loads are broken down as follows:

qoz = (8 People × 250 Btu/h) + 308 Btu/h + 188 Btu/h = 2492 Btu/h
ql = 336 ft² × 6.82 Btu/h/ft² = 2296 Btu/h
qex = 0 Btu/h
qT = 4788 Btu/h
Total cooling load for this space (qT) is 4788 Btu/h, and approximately 14.5 Btu/hft².
ASHRAE Standard 62-2004 requires 0.06 cfm/ft² outdoor air flow rate per unit area, Ra, and 5 cfm/person outdoor air flow rate per person,
Rp, be delivered to the space for moderately active office work applications. For displacement ventilation, ventilation effectiveness or
zone air distribution effectiveness (Ez) is assumed to be 1.2 (Table 6-2, ASHRAE Standard 62-2004).

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Example 2 — Boardroom Design A (IP)

Determine the air flow rate to meet the cooling load.

Determine the fresh air flow rate.

Note: Some local codes may not allow the discount for Qoz, or may have stricter requirements, and they should be used instead of this
calculation.

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The total supply air volume for cooling is then the maximum value between QDV and Qoz.

Calculate the supply air temperature.

Determine the return air temperature.

Adjust for new supply temperature

The supply temperature should be 10 °F less than tsp or 63 °F, whichever is higher.

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Example 2 — Boardroom Design A (IP)

Selection of Diffusers
For this application we have three goals set by the owner: 79.00
1. Quiet operation
2. Thermal comfort to the space
75.80
3. Hidden diffusers
Inherently, displacement ventilation diffusers are quiet, but care
has to be taken to limit the sound generated from the HVAC air 72.60
supply. Price recommends limiting the duct velocity to 1200 fpm
in order to minimize noise from ductwork. For thermal comfort, a
69.40

Temperature (°F)
face velocity of 40 fpm is required. At 211 cfm a diffuser face area
of 5.275 ft² would be required.
There are two options to make these diffusers as unobtrusive as 66.20
possible: mount them in the wall or as part of the furniture.
Layout of the Boardroom 63.00
For a concealed look, the Price DF1R displacement diffuser could
be installed at the base of the cabinets or in the wall under the
whiteboard in a pressurized plenum. Two diffusers at 48 in. x 8 in.
will be able to meet the 40 fpm requirement. The diffusers can be 1.0
placed on any of the walls in the room, but it is essential to ensure
that sedentary occupants will be located a comfortable distance
from the diffuser. 0.8
Flow Visualization
A CFD analysis was run for this example using the conditions, 0.6
calculated air flow, and supply air temperature for the boardroom
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to give a visual representation of the temperature distribution, air

movement, and draft temperatures in the space. 0.4
Velocity (ft/s)

The image on the following page shows the temperature profiles

across the space and a reasonable temperature stratification is 0.2
predicted. Also visible are the heat plumes off the occupants
and computer. The seated occupant experiences ambient air 0.0
temperatures from 69 ºF to 72 ºF, and the standing occupant 69 ºF
to 75 ºF. Both are within the thermal stratification comfort conditions
set by ASHRAE (Chen & Glicksman, 2003).
The image below depicts the velocity profile. The images show
6.00
the plumes off the occupants and computer, as well as the general
shape of the air pattern leaving the diffuser and slowly entering
the zone. 3.80
The image blow depicts the draft temperature for the space. The
range in which people will feel the most comfortable is indicated in
green. The DF1R diffusers produce a thermally comfortable space. 1.60
Draft Temperature (˚F)

-0.60

-2.80

-5.00

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Example 2 — Boardroom Design A (SI)

3m 4m

BOARDROOM
7.5 m

Space Design
The owner of a new office building wants to use a displacement ventilation system for all occupied spaces. This example examines a
private boardroom that is located in the center of the building without any exterior surfaces. The space is designed for 8 occupants, a
computer with LCD monitor, a projector, T8 florescent lighting, and has a control temperature of 22 ºC. The room is 7.5 m wide, 4 m long,
and 3 m from floor to ceiling. There is a large whiteboard at the west side of the room and cabinets along the south and east sides of
the room. The owner and architect want the displacement diffusers in the space to fit seamlessly into the room.

Design Considerations

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Occupants 8
Set-Point 22 °C
Floor Area 30 m²
Volume 90 m3
qoz 700 W
ql 750 W
qex 0W
qT 1450 W

Space Considerations
Some of the assumptions made for the space are as follows:
• The head to foot gradient recommended by ASHRAE (Chen & Glicksman, 2003) is 2 °C from head to foot for seated occupants.
• Load per person is 75 W
• Lighting load in the space is 25 W/m2
• Computer and LCD load is 60 W
• Projector load is 40 W
• The specific heat and density of the air for this example will be 1.007 kJ/(kgK) and 1.2 kg/m2 respectively.The loads are broken
down as follows:
qoz = (8 People × 275 W) + 60 W + 640 W = 700 W
ql = 30 m² × 25 W/m² = 750 W
qex = 0 W
qT = 1450 W
Total cooling load for this space (qT ) is 1450 W, and approximately 48 W/m2.
ASHRAE Standard 62-2004 requires 0.3 L/s m² outdoor air flow rate per unit area, Ra, and 2.5 L/s per person outdoor air flow rate per
person, Rp, be delivered to the space for moderately active office work applications. For displacement ventilation, ventilation effectiveness
or zone air distribution effectiveness (Ez) is assumed to be 1.2 (Table 6-2, ASHRAE Standard 62-2004).

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Example 2 — Boardroom Design A (SI)

Determine the air flow rate to meet the cooling load.

Determine the fresh air flow rate.

Note: Some local codes may not allow the discount for Qoz, or may have stricter requirements, and they should be used instead of this
calculation.
The total supply air volume for cooling is then the maximum value between QDV and Qoz.
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Calculate the supply air temperature.

Determine the return air temperature.

Adjust for new supply temperature.

The supply temperature should be 5.5 °C less than tsp or 17 °C, whichever is higher.

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Example 2 — Boardroom Design A (SI)

Selection of Diffusers
For this application we have three goals set by the owner: 79.00
1. Quiet operation
2. Thermal comfort to the space
75.80
3. Hidden diffusers
Inherently, displacement ventilation diffusers are quiet, but care
has to be taken to limit the sound generated from the HVAC air 72.60
supply. Price recommends limiting the duct velocity to 5 m/s to
minimize noise from ductwork. For thermal comfort, a face velocity
69.40

Temperature (°F)
of 0.2 m/s fpm is required. At 117 L/s, a diffuser face area of 0.584
m2 would be required.
There are two options to make these diffusers as unobtrusive as 66.20
possible: mount them in the wall or as part of the furniture.
Layout of the Boardroom 63.00
For a concealed look, the DF1R displacement diffuser could be
installed at the base of the cabinets or in the wall under the
whiteboard in a pressurized plenum. Two diffusers at 1.5 m x 0.2
m will be able to meet the 0.2 m/s requirement. The diffusers can be 1.0
placed on any of the walls in the room, but it is essential to ensure
that sedentary occupants will be located a comfortable distance
from the diffuser. 0.8
Flow Visualization
A CFD analysis was run for this example using the conditions, 0.6
calculated air flow and supply air temperature for the boardroom

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to give a visual representation of the temperature distribution, air
movement, and draft temperatures in the space. 0.4
Velocity (ft/s)

The image on the following page shows the temperature profiles

across the space and a reasonable temperature stratification is 0.2
predicted. Also visible are the heat plumes off the occupants
and computer. The seated occupant experiences ambient air 0.0
temperatures from 20.6 ºC to 22.2 ºC, and the standing occupant
20.6 ºC to 23.9 ºC. Both are within the thermal stratification comfort
conditions set by ASHRAE (Chen & Glicksman, 2003).
The image below depicts the velocity profile. The images show
6.00
the plumes off the occupants and computer, as well as the general
shape of the air pattern leaving the diffuser and slowly entering
the zone. 3.80
The image blow depicts the draft temperature for the space. The
range in which people will feel the most comfortable is indicated in
green. The DF1R diffusers produce a thermally comfortable space. 1.60
Draft Temperature (˚F)

-0.60

-2.80

-5.00

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Example 3 — Boardroom Design B

10 ft 14 ft

BOARDROOM
24 ft

Space Design
This boardroom design example is an extension to the Boardroom Design in Example 2 but adds an external load requirement for
summer and winter. The exterior wall and window are located along a 14 ft long side of the room.

Design Considerations - Cooling Design Considerations - Heating

Occupants 8 Occupants 8
Set-Point 72 °F Set-Point 72 °F
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Floor Area 336 ft2 Floor Area 336 ft2

Volume 3360 ft3 Volume 3360 ft3
qoz 2496 Btu/h qoz 2496 Btu/h
ql 2292 Btu/h ql 2292 Btu/h
qex 1200 Btu/h qex -7665 Btu/h
qT 5988 Btu/h qT -2877 Btu/h

Space Considerations
Some of the assumptions made for the space are as follows:
• Internal loading conditions identical to Example 2
• The head to foot gradient recommended by ASHRAE Research Project-949
(Chen et al., 1999) is 5.4 °F from head to foot for sedentary occupants
The assumptions made for the external load case are as follows:
• During summer, the external cooling load is 1200 Btu/h
• During winter, the heating load is 7665 Btu/h
• The building owners would like all ventilation, heating, and cooling to be ceiling installed

Cooling Calculations:
The loads are broken down as follows:

qoz = (8 People × 250 Btu/h) + 308 Btu/h + 188 Btu/h = 2496 Btu/h
ql = 336 ft² × 6.82 Btu/h/ft² = 2292 Btu/h
qex = 1200 Btu/h
qT = 5988 Btu/h
Total cooling load for this space (qT ) is 5988 Btu/h, and approximately 17.8 Btu/h/ft².

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Example 3 — Boardroom Design B

ASHRAE Standard 62-2004 requires 0.06 cfm/ft² outdoor air flow rate per unit area, Ra, and 5 cfm/person outdoor air flow rate per person,
Rp, be delivered to the space for moderately active office work applications. For displacement ventilation, ventilation effectiveness or
zone air distribution effectiveness (Ez) is assumed to be 1.2 (Table 6-2, ASHRAE Standard 62-2004). As indicated in ASHRAE Research
Project-949 (Chen et al., 1999), the design vertical temperature difference is 3.6 °F for mainly sedentary occupants.
Determine the air flow rate to meet the cooling load.

From example 2, the fresh air flow rate was determined to be:

The total supply air volume for cooling is then the maximum value between QDV and Qoz:

Using the procedure from Example 2:

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Adjust for new supply temperature
The supply temperature should be 10 °F less than tsp or 63 °F, whichever is higher:

Heating Calculations
Determine the flow rate for the heating load.
The total heating load, qT , heating, is 2877 Btu/h, and the heating supply air for the space is set at 90 °F:

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Example 3 — Boardroom Design B

The air flow rate required to deliver the required heating load is determined using J9 and the table below:

IP (Btu/h)
Air q = 1.08QΔt, Q in cfm
Water q = 500QΔt, Q in gpm

Determine the fresh air flow rate.

Since displacement ventilation is not recommended for heating, the fresh air flow rate must be recalculated with a ventilation effectiveness
appropriate for the ventilation method per ASHRAE Standard 62-2004, Table 6-2. For this example, the heating will be supplied and
returned from the ceiling, and the value of Ez is 0.8.
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The total supply air volume for heating is then the maximum value between Qoz and Qh:

Selection of Diffusers
For this application we have three goals set by the owner:
1. Heating and cooling modes available in one diffuser
2. Thermal comfort of the space
3. Diffusers must occupy minimal floor space and should be preferably mounted in the T-bar ceiling
The Price DF1L-HC is selected as the diffuser of choice. This diffuser fits into a standardT-bar ceiling and combines heating and displacement
ventilation cooling into one unit. The DF1L-HC is best placed such that the slot is nearest the exterior wall so that the air pattern in heating
will wash the window. When in cooling mode, the cool air will simply cascade out of the diffuser to the floor. Care should be taken to
ensure that the occupants are not seated directly under the diffuser.
Price recommends limiting the duct velocity to 1200 fpm to minimize noise from the ductwork. And, to ensure thermal comfort of the
occupants, the face velocity should be 40 fpm or less. At 292 cfm a diffuser face area of 7.3 ft2 would be required for a 40 fpm face velocity.
For cooling, provide two 24 in. x 48 in. DF1L-HC diffusers providing 146 cfm of air is required. The performance data below is presented
in DR%, which is the percent people dissatisfied due to draft per ASHRAE Standard 55-2010. For the 24 in. x 48 in. DF1L-HC selected, this
means that at a distance of 2 ft from the diffuser, the DR% will be 20% for a ΔT = 10 °F. This performance data is useful in determining
the required distance between sedentary occupants and the diffuser to maintain comfort.

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Example 3 — Boardroom Design B

Performance Data - Price DF1L-HC Cooling

Unit Size,in. Proximity to Outlet
Face Total Total Noise
[Face Area, Air ∆T = 5 °F Radius, ft ∆T = 10 °F Radius, ft
Velocity, Pressure, Static, Criteria
ft2] flow, cfm DR% DR%
fpm in. w.g. in. w.g. (NC)
LxW 15 20 15 20
20 51 - - - - - 2 -
24 x 24 30 77 0.02 0.02 - 1 - 3 1
[2.6] 40 102 0.04 0.04 - 1 - 3 1
50 120 0.06 0.06 - 2 - 4 2
20 110 - - - 1 - 3 1
48 x 24 30 165 0.02 0.02 - 2 - 4 2
[5.5] 40 221 0.04 0.03 - 2 - 5 2
50 276 0.06 0.05 17 3 1 5 3

For heating mode, the diffusers must supply 148 cfm total as calculated. Each DF1L-HC will supply 74 cfm during heating mode and will be
located such that the heating slot is parallel and adjacent to the window producing a horizontal heating air pattern towards the window.
The diffuser is located 1 ft from the window. To ensure proper heating distribution and comfort, the supply air in heating mode should
achieve a terminal velocity of 50 fpm approximately 2/3 down the window. The boardroom in this example has a 7 ft window flush to
the ceiling, so the heating air must reach approximately 4 1/2 ft down the window at a terminal velocity of 50 fpm.
Using the performance data table below for the 24 in. x 48 in. DF1L-HC, the flow rate of 74 cfm in heating falls between the cataloged
points of 108 cfm and 162 cfm with 12 and 18 ft throws to 50 fpm respectively. Through linear interpolation we find the throw to 50 fpm at
74 cfm is approximately 7 ft. Adjusting the isothermal throw for an 18 °F heating differential the throw becomes 7 x 0.8 = 5.5 ft with the

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diffuser mounted 1 ft from the window the air will project across the ceiling and down the window to the floor, meeting our requirements.

Performance Data - Price DF1L-HC Heating Horizontal Pattern

Neck Velocity, fpm 50 100 150 200 250 300
Velocity Pressure 0.000 0.001 0.001 0.002 0.004 0.006
Total Pressure (in. w.g.) 0.01 0.03 0.07 0.13 0.20 0.29
24 x 24 Flow Rate (cfm) 27 54 81 108 136 163
[2.6] NC - - 18 26 32 37
Throw 150, 100, 50 0-0-1 0-1-4 1-3-5 2-4-7 3-4-9 4-5-11
Total Pressure (in. w.g.) 0.01 0.02 0.05 0.09 0.14 0.21
24 x 48 Flow Rate (cfm) 54 108 162 217 271 325
[5.5] NC - - 22 30 36 41
Throw 150, 100, 50 0-1-4 2-4-12 4-9-18 8-12-21 10-15-23 12-18-25

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Typical Applications
Displacement Ventilation systems are very versatile, and can
generally be used wherever traditional overhead systems can be
used. Displacement applications can be divided into four key areas.
SCHOOLS
The primary market for displacement ventilation is schools. Indoor
air quality, silent operation, and thermal comfort are all important
design considerations for schools. As a result, many school districts
are mandating the use of DV in schools.
The Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS), is a
national K-12 green school rating system in the United States whose
goal is to improve student performance and educational experience
by applying high performance building criteria to schools, as well
as using the best possible building technology. CHPS recommends
Displacement Ventilation as the preferred air distribution method
and awards up to 4 points for the use of Displacement.
Products
Wall Mounted Diffuser Family – All diffusers from the Wall Mounted
Diffuser Family are suitable for applications in schools. These
diffusers feature robust construction and optional bases and duct
covers which are popular with school applications. DF1C’s and
DR90’s with bases and duct covers can be applied to the corners
of classrooms, providing high quality air from a discrete location.
DF1 and DF3’s can be integrated into library book cases or trophy
cases, and DR180’s and DR180U’s with bases and duct covers can
be used as column like architectural features in hallways, cafeterias,
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change-rooms, and libraries.

In Wall Diffuser Family - These diffusers provide high quality air
and integrate into the wall space, leaving more free space in the
room. The DF1R can provide perimeter cooling integrated under
cabinetry or an enclosure under a bank of windows; it can also be
used for an interior space such as a theatre or lecture hall. The
DF1W integrates into plaster walls and is designed to fit between
standard wall stud spaces; the DF1W is suitable for many areas of
a school, from classrooms to offices to lecture theatres.
Linear Displacement Enclosure Family – Designed for perimeter
applications, the DLE Series provides displacement ventilation with
a linear bar grille appearance. The DLE can be used to provide
cooling along the perimeter of classrooms or hallways. The DLE-H
provides displacement ventilation cooling and either hydronic or
electric heat in one unit, and is ideal for perimeter application in
climates that require cooling and moderate heating.
Ceiling Mounted Diffuser Family – This diverse group provides
displacement ventilation through ceiling diffusers, and includes, DF1L-HC
among the traditional benefits of displacement ventilation, a
reduced amount of ductwork and minimal footprint. Both the DF1L
and DF1L-HC integrate into standard suspended ceilings; the DF1L
provides cooling only and is suitable for interior and perimeter use,
while the DF1L-HC provides cooling and light heating from one unit
for perimeter use. The DR90H is designed to be installed on plaster
surfaces, and is available with duct covers for a continuous look.
The DR360DH is typically applied to spaces with higher ceilings
that require higher air flows, such as gymnasiums.

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Typical Applications
LARGE PUBLIC SPACES
Large public spaces often have large, open areas, high ceilings,
and varying occupancy levels. Since displacement systems only
condition the first six feet of a space, there is potential for large
energy savings in spaces with high ceilings.
Additionally, many large public spaces – such as theatres, airports,
and places of worship – can have specific architectural designs
that the air distribution must accommodate. Price has the custom
design capability to provide diffusers that integrate seamlessly into
such architectural features.
Products
In Wall Diffusers In Wall Diffuser Family - These diffusers provide
high quality air and integrate into the wall space, leaving more free
area in the room. The DF1R can provide perimeter cooling integrated
under cabinetry or an enclosure under a bank of windows; it can
also be used for an interior space such as a theatre, lecture hall, or
lobby. The DF1W integrates into plaster walls and is designed to fit
between standard wall stud spaces; the DF1W is suitable for many
large public spaces, from lounges to airports to theatres. Both of
these diffusers are highly customizable and are easily integrated
into architectural features.
Free Standing Diffusers – Providing a unique architectural feature,
Free Standing Diffusers, namely the DR360, is available with an
optional base, can be highly customised, and can also be integrated
into columns and with electrical supply. The DR360 can be applied to

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large public spaces such as lounges, casinos, airports, and lobbies.
Floor Mounted Diffusers - Installed in raised floors or concrete
slabs, Floor Mounted Diffusers provide a subtle accent to a space.
The RFDD is suitable for high churn, low wear spaces such as
large offices, while the ARFDD lends itself to higher with higher
foot traffic and loading, such as casinos. The DFG and DFGL offer
floor supplied displacement ventilation with a linear bar grille
appearance, and can be applied in areas such as lobbies, corridors,
and waiting areas.

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HEALTH CARE
DV has become an accepted technology in hospital patient rooms
and can provide a cleaner, safer, environment for patients, health
care providers, and visitors while providing energy savings through
a lower air-change requirement. ASHRAE has passed Addendum G
to Standard 170-2008 “Ventilation of Health Care Facilities,” which
officially recognizes the use of displacement ventilation in health
care facilities and provides guidelines for its use.
Price has been instrumental in research for applying DV in health
care in North America. Visit www.priceindustries.com/sustainable/
research to access our research papers.
In-Wall Diffuser Family –The Puraflo is specifically designed for use
in hospital patient rooms, featuring a standard removable face and
optional tamper-proof fasteners. The DF1W features an optional
stainless steel face and plenum and is ideal for use in MRI Rooms.
Ceiling Mounted Diffuser Family – the DF1L and the DR90H can be
used in hallways, corridors, and areas such as nursing stations. The
DF1L integrates into standard suspended ceilings, while the DR90H
requires plaster walls and ceiling for mounting. Both diffusers are
ceiling installed and maximize available floorspace.
INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES
Displacement Ventilation was originally introduced in Europe to
manage the pollutants found in industrial facilities, and is gaining
acceptance in this application in North America.
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Products
Displacement systems can carry harmful contaminants such as
welding and adhesive fumes (when they are lighter than air) up
and out of the breathing zone, leaving employees with safe, healthy
breathing air.
The DFXi – With a reinforced corrugated face, the DFXi is built to
withstand tough industrial environments. Installed on the floor,
the DFXi is applicable for use in warehouses, factories, welding
shops, and school shops classes.
DR360DH – Part of the Ceiling Mounted Diffuser Family, the
DR360DH can be applied to industrial settings. The DR360DH can
supply large volumes of air and takes up minimal floorspace.
DR360DH

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DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION
The PIC-MB controls package is an optional feature that can be supplied
with a parallel flow terminal unit (FDV8 & FDVLP8). The controls
package will deliver air at a constant pressure and temperature, both
of which are field adjustable.This terminal unit and controls package is
best suited for a mixing box application where it draws warm return air
and mixes that with cool fresh air from a rooftop or air handling unit,
and then supplies the resultant tempered air to one or more zones. This
controls package is intended for displacement ventilation systems.
Regardless of whether the mixing box is used to supply one or more
zones, each zone must have its own form of VAV control such as Price
SDV8 terminal units with PIC controllers. The mixing box should not
be used to supply air directly to grilles or diffusers because the total
flow rate does not adjust based on an input such as a thermostat.
Instead, downstream static pressure is held constant (default 0.3”
W.C.), which makes this mixing box ideal for serving VAV zones with
throttling dampers connected to displacement diffusers. The zone
control is independent of the mixing box. Figure 1: FDV8 Terminal Unit with PIC-MB Package
The PIC-MB monitors and controls both downstream duct static
pressure and discharge air temperature (DAT) when installed on a
parallel flow fan terminal unit (FDV8 or FDVLP8). The mixing box
must be equipped with a modulating ECM motor and some type of
modulating reheat (electric or hot water). This system will deliver
air at a constant pressure and temperature. To understand how a Primary Air Discharge Air
mixing box works, it can be broken down into two parts: pressure
Coil
control and DAT control.

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T P
The PIC-MB’s pressure control loop regulates static pressure in the
downstream duct work using a field installed static pressure sensor.
The default downstream pressure set point is 0.3” in.w.g. and is
field adjustable using the LCD setup tool or Linker2 service tool.The PIC-MB
Return Air
inlet damper of the mixing box is modulated in order to regulate
the downstream static pressure. If the downstream static pressure
reading is higher than the set point, the damper will close to allow
less air through, thereby reducing the pressure. If the downstream
static pressure reading is lower than the set point, the damper will
open to allow more air through, thereby increasing the pressure.
This constant monitoring and regulating of pressure happens on
a slower time base than the DAT control, meaning it’s slower to Figure 2: Mixing Box Application with Reheat Coil
react than the fan and heater (DAT loop).
The PIC-MB’s DAT loop regulates the air temperature at the discharge
of the mixing box. Typical displacement ventilation systems require
the discharge air temperature to be between 62 and 68 °F.The default
discharge air temperature set point of the PIC-MB is 63 °F and is
field adjustable using the LCD setup tool or Linker2 service tool.
The PIC-MB utilizes two stages of analog heat in order to maintain
the DAT setpoint.
Upon detection of a discharge air temperature lower than the set
point, the PIC-MB ramps up the ECM motor on the mixing box in
order to draw more return air into the box. The process of adding
return air that is assumed to be warmer than primary air effectively
increases the discharge air temperature while consuming only a
small amount of energy. If the fan reaches its maximum capacity
(field adjustable) and DAT is still lower than the set point, the PIC-MB
will utilize the mixing box’s analog reheat and increase its capacity
until the DAT set point set point is reached.This constant monitoring
and regulating of the DAT happens on a faster time base than the
pressure control, meaning it’s quicker to react than the inlet damper Figure 3: Price Linker2 (Setup Tool) & Stand-alone LCD-SETUP
(pressure loop).

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Applications
The PIC-MB is designed to be used with cool supply air and warm return air. It mixes these two air streams together to provide favourable
conditions for displacement ventilation systems. The PIC-MB regulates discharge air temperature and pressure. It is typically installed in the
following types of installations:
• In a building with a packaged rooftop unit and displacement ventilation diffusers. The packaged rooftop is incapable of directly
delivering 65 °F air at a constant temperature and variable volume.
• In a larger building with an air handling unit that serves other zones.The other zones typically have lower air temperature requirements,
for example typical VAV zones with Prodigy diffusers.
Packaged Rooftop Units with Displacement Ventilation
When using a packaged rooftop unit with a displacement ventilation (DV) system, there is a need to raise discharge air temperature to
approximately 62-68°F. This can be done by mixing colder air from the rooftop unit with warmer return air from the ceiling return plenum or
ductwork.The PIC-MB controls the mixing and provides a constant discharge air temperature to all the DV zones. Each zone may have its own
form of VAV control to vary the amount of tempered air that goes to each diffuser, thereby controlling space temperature.

T-stat Wiring T-stat Wiring

Packaged
Static Pressure Tubing Rooftop Static Pressure Tubing
Static Pressure Sensor Unit P Static Pressure Sensor
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55°F Air P 65°F Air

PIC-MB P

VAV Price PCV

Diffuser
Pressure
Control
T-stat Valve T-stat T-stat

DV Diffuser DV Diffuser

65°F Air The rooftop unit will need to be equipped with either a variable speed fan or a bypass to ensure the rooftop can deliver a varying amount
of conditioned air. Since most packaged rooftops are not sold with a variable speed fan, a bypass must be used in the system in order to
maintain an acceptable static pressure in the ductwork. The PIC-MB will throttle the amount of incoming air from the rooftop, meaning some
of the rooftop’s air must be diverted elsewhere. Therefore it is paramount that some form of duct static pressure control is present in the
system, upstream of the PIC-MB. Price recommends the installation of a pressure control valve (PCV) in bypass mode to maintain duct static
pressure. The PCV will control static pressure in the ductwork and allow the PIC-MB to operate correctly.
To control the rooftop unit, Price recommends using the Price Rooftop Unit controller (PRTU).The rooftop unit controller can be networked to
t all the individual zones as well as to the pressure control valve. By polling all the zones for information about heating and cooling demands, the
PRTU will activate the necessary stages of heating or cooling. Because the PIC-MB must receive cool air from the rooftop in order to function
properly, the PRTU can be set up to favour cooling or even completely lock out heating stages. Furthermore, the PRTU can be calibrated to
limit the off-coil temperature of the rooftop unit. Calibrating the limits of the rooftop unit discharge will ensure the PIC-MB receives cool air
DV Diffuser in the usable range and not frigid air that must be reheated significantly before it can be fed to displacement diffusers. This is advantageous
by simultaneously increasing system stability and reducing overall operating costs.

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Air Handling Units with Other Zones and Displacement Ventilation
Air handling units are generally versatile enough and have enough controllability to handle DV requirements without the need for the PIC-MB.
An air handler with an energy recovery loop or face and bypass system can cool the incoming air enough to remove the humidity and then
reheat the air back up to comfortable temperate air, around 65 °F. This is the ideal solution for larger buildings where DV is used exclusively
with an air handling unit. Underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems also use an elevated supply air temperature, so a building with separate
UFAD and DV zones can generally be fed by the same air handling unit.
However, when one building has both DV and traditional overheadVAV systems supplied by the same air handling unit, a conflict of requirements
occurs.The AHU is unable to supply both 55 °F air to the DV system and 65 °F air to the VAV system.The solution is to use the AHU for the VAV
system and then use a PIC-MB to mix 55 °F air with local return air to deliver 65°F air to the DV zone(s). In this way, the AHU can simply run as it
normally would, supplying 55°F air to all of the zones, but the DV diffusers would receive the correct higher temperature air due to the PIC-MB.

T-stat Wiring
Air
Handling Static Pressure Tubing
Unit P Static Pressure Sensor

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55°F Air

VAV Price PCV

Diffuser
Pressure
Control
T-stat Valve

65°F Air

P PIC-MB P

T-stat T-stat

DV Diffuser DV Diffuser

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PIC-MB Requirements
Typical set points for a PIC-MB are 63-68
°F for the DAT and 0.20-0.50 in.w.g. for the
static pressure. In order for the PIC-MB to
function properly, it can only add heat to the
incoming air stream by adding return air and/
or reheating the air if required.To avoid using
reheat, it is recommended that the incoming
air be between 55 and 60 °F, so that the PIC-
MB can raise the DAT to a satisfactory level
without excessive use of the analog reheat.
This will ensure that the least amount of
additional energy is used by the PIC-MB so
as to keep operating costs down.The primary
inlet static pressure should be equal to or only
slightly higher than the desired target static
pressure so that the FDV8 primary damper
is able to maintain downstream pressure
effectively. When a Price PCV is used, the
PCV target static pressure can be adjusted 1.0
to supply the correct primary pressure to the
PIC-MB.
PIC-MB Sequences
The following diagram describes the sequence
of operation of the PIC-MB.
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Pressure Control:
On an increase in duct static pressure the
contoller will close the inlet damper to
decrease the amount of air delivered the
downstream of the box. On a decrease in
duct static pressure the controller will open
the inlet damper to increase the amount of air
delivered downstream of the box. Duct static
pressure is held constant.
Upon detection of air handler shutdown (Zone
duct pressure with VAV damper fully open),
the controller/actuator will place the damper
at the pre-selected setback position (default:
50% open)
Discharge Air Temperature (DAT) Figure 4: Pressure Control with Discharge Air Temperature Controls
Control:
When the DAT falls below the set point, the fan
will speed up to increase the amount of return
air as a first stage of heat control. If the fan
is at maximum speed and DAT is still below
set point, a second stage of analog reheat will
slow down to draw less return air.
Note:
Primary air must be cooler than the DAT set
point because the controller can only add heat
to the primary air.

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Product Overview
Displacement Ventilation

Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers

DF1 Rectangular 1 Way Displacement Diffuser

The Price DF1 displacement diffuser provides low velocity supply air from a
single rectangular face on the front of the diffuser.................................J59, J61

DF3 Rectangular 3 Way Displacement Diffuser

The Price DF3 is a rectangular displacement diffuser providing air flow from
three (3) rectangular faces around the diffuser. The DF3 provides the same
performance, but with higher capacity, as the DF1................................J59, J64

DF1C Rectangular 1 Way Corner Displacement Diffuser

The DF1C installs conveniently into room corners, maximizing room space and
performance. The DF1C introduces a uniform 90o arc of conditioned air into the
occupied zone via a 1 way rectangular face............................................J59, J67

DR180 Half Round 180o Displacement Diffuser

The Price DR180 provides a 180o displacement air pattern around the diffuser.
The DR180 is typically placed against a wall or pillar on the floor........J59, J70
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DR180U Half Round U-Shaped 180o Displacement Diffuser

The Price DR180U provides a 180o displacement air pattern around the diffuser.
The DR180U is typically placed against a wall or pillar on the floor.....J59, J73

DR90 Quarter Round 90o Displacement Diffuser

The DR90 provides similar performance as the DF1C while the curved face can
provide higher volumes of air. The DR90 is typically installed in a corner.
....................................................................................................................J59, J76

Wall Mounted Displacement Diffuser Accessories

Price displacement accessories include duct covers for concealing ductwork,
risers for architectural accents and air flow sensing devices which enable air
flow adjustment.................................................................................................. J79

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers

DF1W 1 Way In-Wall Displacement Diffuser

The DF1W brings the high performance of the DF1 to in-wall applications,
resulting in increased space for occupants.............................................J84, J86

Puraflo 1 Way In-Wall Diffuser for Health Care Applications

The Puraflo diffuser is designed specifically for use in health care applications,
combining the high quality air of displacement ventilation with features and
materials for this unique application.......................................................J84, J87

DF1R 1 Way Displacement Diffuser for Recessed Applications

The DF1R provides displacement ventilation supply air from a flat, recessed face.
The DF1R can be installed in stair risers, walls, or under cabinets, maximizing
floor space and architectural appeal........................................................J84, J90

Free Standing Displacement Diffusers

DR360 Full Round 360o Displacement Diffuser

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The Price DR360 provides a 360o displacement air pattern around the diffuser.
The DR360 is typically installed as a free standing unit in the occupied zone
....................................................................................................................J96, J98

DFXi Rectangular Industrial Displacement Diffuser

The DFXi is intended for use in production and work areas where strong impacts
to the diffuser face are anticipated. The rigid construction of the DFXi allows
for an ideal crossover for high-wear commercial applications, such as school
gymnasiums. The diffuser can be selected with 1 way, 2 way, 3 way and 4 way
directional flow........................................................................................J96, J101

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Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers

RFDD/ARFHD Round Floor Displacement Diffusers

The Price RFDD/ARFHD floor diffusers provide low velocity displacement
supply air and are typically applied in spaces with raised floors or concrete
slabs....................................................................................................... J104, J107

DFGL Displacement Floor Grille

The DFGL is a floor grille designed to supply low velocity air to a space from a
floor installation. The DFGL is similar to the DFG, but offers a wider variety of
sizes and core styles............................................................................. J104, J110

DFG Displacement Floor Grille

The DFG is a 10 1/2” x 10 1/2” (267mm x 267mm) floor grille designed to
supply low velocity air to a space from a floor installation. Typically installed
into a pressurized plenum, the DFG utilizes the deflection of the core blades in
conjunction with directional vanes and equalization baffles for uniform flow.
............................................................................................................... J104, J112
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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers

DF1L 1 Way Lay-in Displacement Diffuser

The DF1L displacement diffusers are designed to produce a 1 way low velocity
air supply from a suspended ceiling application............................... J116, J118

DF1L-HC 1 Way Lay-in Diffuser with Heat-Cool Changeover

The DF1L-HC displacement diffusers provide displacement ventilation cooling
and linear custom flow slot heating in one unit. Like the DF1L, the DF1L-HC is
designed for use in suspended ceiling applications.......................... J116, J120

DR360-DH Full Round 360o Duct Hung Displacement Diffuser

The Price DR360-DH provides a 360o displacement air pattern from a ceiling
supply. The DR360-DH is typically installed directly from the ductwork above
the occupied zone. The DR360-DH is ideal for large commercial spaces with
high ceilings and for industrial applications...................................... J116, J124

DR90H Quarter Round Horizontal 90o Displacement Diffuser

The DR90H provides similar performance as the DF1C while the curved face
can provide higher volumes of air. The DR90H is typically installed along the
ceiling-wall junction in applications with drywall/hard ceilings....... J116, J127

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Linear Displacement Diffusers

DLE Displacement Linear Enclosure

The DLE incorporates the architectural look of a Price Linear Enclosure with
the technology of displacement ventilation. The DLE is constructed entirely of
heavy gauge aluminum and is completely customizable in each dimension. This
diffuser provides a supply of cool air from a perimeter location, making it ideal
for a large area where the diffuser takes up minimal space and fits seamlessly
into the architecture............................................................................. J130, J132

DLE-H Displacement Linear Enclosure with Integral Heater

The DLE-H is the standard DLE with an integrated electric or hydronic heater.
The DLE-H incorporates the architectural look of a linear enclosure with the
technology of displacement ventilation. From a perimeter location, this diffuser
provides a supply of cool air from the lower section while it induces room air
over a heating element, allowing for both cooling and perimeter heating from
one diffuser........................................................................................... J130, J135

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Wall Mounted
Displacement
Diffusers
Protective Film
Price is proud to offer a protective plastic film on the face and inlet of
Available for
displacement ventilation products for protection during shipping and
installation. Price’s entire
The protective film: Displacement
• Helps protect the diffuser face from damage during shipping and installation Ventilation
• Seals the inlet and face of the diffuser of most models during installation Product Offering.
• Can contribute to IEQ Credit 3.1: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management
Plan – During Construction, LEED for New Construction and Renovations 2009

Protects the diffuser face from damage Seals the face of the diffuser Seals the inlet of the diffuser

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Wall Mounted Diffusers
Price Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers supply fresh, clean air directly Wall Mounted Family:
into the occupied zone, offer traditional displacement style, and can be • DF1
easily integrated into architectural features or blended into a space. Typical • DF3
applications for these diffusers include classrooms, lobbies, offices, and • DF1C
large public spaces such as libraries. The superior air quality achieved by
• DR90
displacement ventilation systems offers unique benefits for educational
• DR180
applications, including reduced absenteeism and higher test scores.
• DR180U

Superior air quality Optional duct Rail-mounting system

Architectural integration
for classrooms covers and bases for easy installation

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Displacement Ventilation
Wall Mounted Diffusers

Product Overview

Models
DF1
Price Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
are designed to be integrated with the
architecture in a space and provide a low
velocity air pattern into a room. These
diffusers are typically placed against a wall,
pillar or in the corner of a room with no
visible fasteners. They are most commonly
used in hotels, schools, office spaces,
convention centers and theaters.
Applications
Price Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
feature high gauge steel, flat perforated
faces that are held by high strength
extruded aluminum frames.The perforated
faces and internal baffle ensure equalized
air flow across the face of the diffuser and
provide low velocity air into the room.These
diffusers are typically installed along a side-
wall, against a pillar, or integrated onto
features such as bookcases. The DF1 can
also be recessed into a wall to maintain a
flush appearance. With the exception of the
DF1C, Price Wall Mounted Displacement DF1C
Diffusers use a patent-pending rail
mounting system that is easy to install and
has no visible fasteners.
Accessories
The accessories available for Price Wall
Mounted Displacement Diffusers include
duct covers, bases and adjustable flow
sensing devices (AFSDs).
Duct covers are commonly used to hide
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

ductwork to the diffusers and increase

architectural appeal. Price duct covers
are constructed of the same heavy gauge
steel panels and high strength extruded
aluminum frames used in their applicable
diffuser. Following the same contour as its
respective diffuser, duct covers are available
in solid or perforated steel, and are ideal
for hiding ductwork and other vertically
running cables or conduit. When using a
perforated duct cover, Price recommends
that the duct be painted black to avoid any
visible metal through the duct cover.
With the exception of the DF1C, duct The Adjustable Flow Sensing Device
covers are supplied assembled in solid or features both a manually adjustable damper
perforated steel are available in varying for volume control and the Price SP300
lengths, and use the same easy-to-install multi-point sensor to provide accurate
patent-pending Price rail-mounting system. pressure measurement. Utilizing the gauge
taps for flow measurement and the damper
Diffuser bases offer a look that is consistent
locking mechanism ensures quick and
with the rest of the space, providing
accurate balancing of each diffuser during
protection from damage or the moisture
the balancing process.
of cleaning while hiding the ductwork. The
bases are designed to be inset 1” from
the face of the diffuser; however, they are
free to be specified to match any décor or
baseboard appearance.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1 Series

Product Information

Price DF1 Series displacement diffusers

are designed to produce a 1 way low
velocity air supply, perpendicular to the
diffuser face. The DF1 discharges air evenly
across its perforated face with minimal
turbulence or induction of room air.The cool
supply air flows down to the floor level and
gradually fills the occupied space. Typically
installed against a wall or pillar, the diffuser
can blend with a variety of surroundings.
The superior air quality and low noise levels
realized with the DF1 make it suitable for
office spaces, restaurants, supermarkets,
theaters, hotels, convention centers, schools
or any application where air quality and
occupant comfort demands are high.
Features
• Optional inlet locations: bottom, top,
rear, or from either side.
• Field-cut inlet option.
• Ships with protective film on face and
inlet.
Construction/Finish
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Baffle –
Aluminum
• Side, Top and Bottom Panels – Coated
Steel
• Perforated Front Panel – Coated Steel
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Accessories

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
• Base
• Duct Covers
• AFSD Diffuser - Top
Air Pattern
Diffuser - Top
Diffuser Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
WXH Duct Depth WXH Duct Depth
24x24 8, 10 , 14 x 6 13 600 x 600 200, 250, 400 x 150 330
24x48 8, 10, 16 x 8 13 600 x 1200 200, 250, 400 x 200 330
24x60 8, 10, 16 x 8 13 600 x 1500 200, 250, 400 x 200 330
36x48 10, 12, 18 x 8 16 900 x 1200 250, 315, 500 x 200 410
36x60 10, 12, 18 x 8, 24 x 8 16 900 x 1500 250, 315, 500 x 200, 600 x 200 410
48x24 8, 10, 14 x 6 13 1200 x 600 200, 250, 400 x 150 330
48x36 10, 12, 16 x 8 16 1200 x 900 250, 315, 400 x 200 410
60x24 8, 10, 14 x 6 13 1500 x 600 200, 250, 400 x 150 330
60x36 10, 12, 16 x 8, 18 x 8 16 1500 x 900 250, 315, 500 x 200 410
Diffuser
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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1 Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
W x H x D [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 72 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
24 x 24 x 13 30 108 0.02 -- -- 3 1 5 2
8
[3.6] 40 144 0.03 -- -- 6 3 8 5
50 180 0.05 0.03 -- 8 5 10 7
20 148 0.02 -- -- 4 1 6 3
24 x 48 x 13 30 222 0.04 -- -- 8 4 10 6
[7.4] 8
40 295 0.07 0.02 -- 10 7 13 9
50 369 0.11 0.04 20 13 9 15 11
20 186 0.02 -- -- 5 2 7 4
30 278 0.05 -- -- 9 6 11 8
8
24 x 60 x 13 40 371 0.09 -- 17 12 8 14 11
50 464 0.14 0.03 25 14 11 17 13
[9.3] 30 278 0.03 -- -- 9 6 11 8
10 40 371 0.06 0.03 -- 12 8 14 11
50 464 0.10 0.05 20 14 11 17 13
20 226 0.02 -- -- 5 2 8 4
30 338 0.04 -- -- 9 6 12 8
10
36 x 48 x 16 40 451 0.08 0.03 16 12 9 14 11
50 564 0.12 0.05 23 14 11 17 13
[11.3] 30 338 0.03 -- -- 9 6 12 8
12 40 451 0.06 0.04 -- 12 9 14 11
50 564 0.09 0.06 19 14 11 17 13
20 284 0.02 -- -- 7 4 9 6
10 30 425 0.06 -- -- 11 7 13 9
36 x 60 x 16 40 567 0.10 0.03 20 14 10 16 12
[14.2] 30 425 0.04 0.02 -- 11 7 13 9
12 40 567 0.07 0.04 16 14 10 16 12
50 709 0.11 0.06 23 16 12 18 15
20 148 0.01 -- -- 2 -- 4 1
48 x 24 x 13 30 222 0.03 -- -- 6 3 8 5
10
[7.4] 40 295 0.05 0.03 -- 8 5 11 7
50 369 0.07 0.05 16 10 7 13 9
20 226 0.02 -- -- 5 2 7 4
48 x 36 x 16 30 338 0.04 -- -- 8 5 11 7
10
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

[11.3] 40 451 0.08 0.03 16 11 8 14 10

50 564 0.12 0.05 23 13 10 16 12
20 186 0.02 -- -- 3 -- 5 2
60 x 24 x 13 30 278 0.03 -- -- 6 3 9 5
10
[9.3] 40 371 0.06 0.03 -- 9 6 11 8
50 464 0.10 0.05 20 11 8 14 10
20 284 0.02 -- -- 5 2 7 4
30 425 0.06 -- -- 9 6 11 8
10
40 567 0.10 0.03 20 12 9 14 11
50 709 0.15 0.05 27 14 11 17 13
60 x 36 x 16 30 425 0.04 0.02 -- 9 6 11 8
[14.2] 12 40 567 0.07 0.04 16 12 9 14 11
50 709 0.11 0.06 23 14 11 17 13
30 425 0.03 0.02 -- 9 6 11 8
18 x 8 40 567 0.06 0.04 -- 12 9 14 11
50 709 0.09 0.06 21 14 11 17 13

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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DF1 Series

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H x D [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 33 -- -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
600 x 600 x 330 0.15 49 4.2 -- -- 0.9 0.3 1.5 0.6
200
[0.33] 0.20 66 7.5 -- -- 1.8 0.9 2.4 1.5
0.25 82 11.7 7.7 -- 2.4 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.10 67 4.2 -- -- 1.2 0.3 1.8 0.9
600 x 1200 x 330 0.15 101 9.5 -- -- 2.4 1.2 3.0 1.8
[0.69] 200
0.20 135 16.9 5.9 -- 3.0 2.1 4.0 2.7
0.25 168 26.5 9.1 20 4.0 2.7 4.6 3.4
0.10 85 5.5 -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.1 1.2
0.15 127 12.3 -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
200
600 x 1500 x 330 0.20 169 21.9 -- 17 3.7 2.4 4.3 3.4
0.25 212 34.2 6.9 24 4.3 3.4 5.2 4.0
[0.86] 0.15 127 8.5 -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
250 0.20 169 15.0 7.9 -- 3.7 2.4 4.3 3.4
0.25 212 23.5 12.3 19 4.3 3.4 5.2 4.0
0.10 103 4.7 -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.2
0.15 154 10.5 -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.7 2.4
250
900 x 1200 x 410 0.20 206 18.7 8.1 16 3.7 2.7 4.3 3.4
0.25 258 29.3 12.7 23 4.3 3.4 5.2 4.0
[1.05] 0.15 154 7.1 -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.7 2.4
315 0.20 206 12.7 8.5 -- 3.7 2.7 4.3 3.4
0.25 258 19.8 13.3 18 4.3 3.4 5.2 4.0
0.10 129 6.1 -- -- 2.1 1.2 2.7 1.8
250 0.15 194 13.6 -- -- 3.4 2.1 4.0 2.7
900 x 1500 x 400 0.20 259 24.3 7.5 20 4.3 3.0 4.9 3.7
[1.32] 0.15 194 9.2 5.5 -- 3.4 2.1 4.0 2.7
315 0.20 259 16.4 9.8 15 4.3 3.0 4.9 3.7
0.25 324 25.7 15.3 22 4.9 3.7 5.5 4.6
0.10 67 2.9 -- -- 0.6 -- 1.2 0.3
1200 x 600 x 330 0.15 101 6.5 -- -- 1.8 0.9 2.4 1.5
250
[0.69] 0.20 135 11.6 7.1 -- 2.4 1.5 3.4 2.1
0.25 168 18.2 11.1 15 3.0 2.1 4.0 2.7
0.10 103 4.7 -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.1 1.2
1200 x 900 x 410 0.15 154 10.5 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.4 2.1
250

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[1.05] 0.20 206 18.7 8.1 16 3.4 2.4 4.3 3.0
0.25 258 29.3 12.7 23 4.0 3.0 4.9 3.7
0.10 85 3.8 -- -- 0.9 -- 1.5 0.6
1500 x 600 x 330 0.15 127 8.5 -- -- 1.8 0.9 2.7 1.5
250
[0.86] 0.20 169 15.0 7.9 -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
0.25 212 23.5 12.3 19 3.4 2.4 4.3 3.0
0.10 129 6.1 -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.1 1.2
0.15 194 13.6 -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
250
0.20 259 24.3 7.5 20 3.7 2.7 4.3 3.4
0.25 324 37.9 11.7 27 4.3 3.4 5.2 4.0
1500 x 900 x 410 0.15 194 9.2 5.5 -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
[1.32] 315 0.20 259 16.4 9.8 15 3.7 2.7 4.3 3.4
0.25 324 25.7 15.3 22 4.3 3.4 5.2 4.0
0.15 194 7.5 5.2 -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
500 x 200 0.20 259 13.3 9.3 -- 3.7 2.7 4.3 3.4
0.25 324 20.8 14.5 19 4.3 3.4 5.2 4.0

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to Outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR Value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF3 Series

Product Information

Price DF3 Series displacement diffusers

are designed to produce a low turbulence
horizontal air supply in three directions.
Typically installed against a wall pillar
or free standing, the DF3 discharges air
evenly across its perforated face with
minimal turbulence or induction of room
air. The cool supply air flows down to the
floor level and gradually fills the occupied
space. The superior air quality and low
noise levels realized with the DF3 make
it suitable for office spaces, restaurants,
supermarkets, theaters, hotels, convention
centers, schools, or any application where
air quality demands are high.
Features
• Optional inlet locations:
bottom, top, or rear.
• Field-cut inlet option.
• Ships with protective film
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization
Baffle – Aluminum
• Side, Top and Bottom Panels
– Coated Steel
• Perforated Front Panel – Coated Steel
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes see
color matrix.
Accessories
• Base
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

• Duct Covers Diffuser - Top

• AFSD
Diffuser - Top
Air Pattern Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches)
WXH Duct Depth
24x24 8, 10, 14x6 13
Diffuser 24x48 8, 10, 14x6, 16x8 13
24x60 8, 10, 14x6, 16x8 13
36x48 10, 12, 18x8 16
36x60 10, 12, 16x8, 18x8, 24x8 16
48x24 8, 10, 14x6 13
48x36 10, 12, 16x8, 18x8 16
60x24 8, 10, 16x8 13
60x36 10, 12, 14, 16x8, 18x8, 20x10 16
60x48 10, 12, 14, 16x8, 18x8, 20x10 16
Diffuser
Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
WXH Duct Depth
600x600 200, 250, 400x150 330
600x1200 200, 250, 400x150, 400x200 330
600x1500 200, 250, 400x150, 400x200 330
900x1200 250, 315, 500x200, 500x300 410
900x1500 250, 315, 400x200, 500x200, 500x300, 600x200 410
1200x600 250, 315, 400x200, 500x200 330
1200x900 250, 315, 400x200, 500x200 410
1500x600 200, 250, 400x200 330
1500x900 250, 315, 400x200, 500x200, 500x300, 600x200, 600x300 410
1500x1200 250, 315, 400x200, 500x200, 500x300, 600x200, 600x300 410
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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF3 Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
W x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 155 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
24 x 24 x 13 30 232 0.02 0.01 -- 5 2 8 4
10
[7.7] 40 310 0.04 0.02 -- 8 4 11 7
50 387 0.06 0.03 17 10 6 14 9
20 232 0.02 -- -- 6 3 9 6
24 x 48 x 13 30 347 0.04 0.01 -- 11 7 14 10
[11.6] 10
40 463 0.07 0.02 16 14 10 17 13
50 579 0.10 0.03 23 17 12 20 16
20 270 0.02 -- -- 8 5 12 7
10 30 405 0.05 0.01 -- 13 9 16 12
40 540 0.09 0.03 20 16 12 20 15
30 405 0.04 0.01 -- 13 9 16 12
24 x 60 x 13 14 x 6 40 540 0.08 0.02 18 16 12 20 15
[13.5]
50 675 0.12 0.04 26 19 15 22 18
30 405 0.02 -- -- 13 9 16 12
16 x 8 40 540 0.04 0.02 -- 16 12 20 15
50 675 0.06 0.02 16 19 15 22 18
20 382 0.02 -- -- 7 3 9 6
12 30 572 0.05 0.02 -- 11 7 14 10
36 x 48 x 16 40 763 0.09 0.03 21 14 10 18 13
[19.1] 30 572 0.03 0.01 -- 11 7 14 10
18 x 8 40 763 0.06 0.02 16 14 10 18 13
50 954 0.09 0.04 24 17 12 20 16
20 440 0.03 -- -- 8 5 12 8
12 30 660 0.07 0.02 16 13 9 16 12
40 880 0.12 0.04 26 16 12 20 15
36 x 60 x 16 30 660 0.04 0.02 -- 13 9 16 12
18 x 8 40 880 0.08 0.03 20 16 12 20 15
[22] 50 1100 0.12 0.05 28 19 15 22 18
30 660 0.03 0.01 -- 13 9 16 12
24 x 8 40 880 0.05 0.02 -- 16 12 20 15
50 1100 0.08 0.03 22 19 15 22 18
20 317 0.03 -- -- -- -- 2 --
10 30 475 0.06 0.02 -- 4 -- 6 3
40 633 0.11 0.03 24 6 3 9 6
48 x 24 x 13 30 475 0.06 0.02 -- 4 -- 6 3
16 x 8 40 633 0.10 0.03 23 6 3 9 6
[15.8]

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
50 791 0.16 0.05 30 9 5 12 8
30 475 0.02 -- -- 4 -- 6 3
18 x 8 40 633 0.04 0.02 -- 6 3 9 6
50 791 0.07 0.03 18 9 5 12 8
20 434 0.03 -- -- 4 1 7 3
12 30 651 0.06 0.02 16 8 4 11 7
40 868 0.11 0.04 25 11 7 14 10
48 x 36 x 16 30 651 0.04 0.02 -- 8 4 11 7
18 x 8 40 868 0.08 0.03 20 11 7 14 10
[21.7] 50 1085 0.12 0.04 28 13 9 17 13
30 651 0.03 0.01 -- 8 4 11 7
24 x 8 40 868 0.05 0.02 -- 11 7 14 10
50 1085 0.07 0.03 21 13 9 17 13
20 397 0.04 0.01 -- -- -- 2 --
10
60 x 24 x 13 30 596 0.10 0.02 21 3 -- 6 2
30 596 0.04 0.01 -- 3 -- 6 2
[19.9] 18 x 8 40 795 0.06 0.02 17 6 2 9 5
50 994 0.10 0.04 25 8 4 11 7
20 545 0.03 0.01 -- 3 -- 6 2
18 x 8 30 817 0.07 0.02 17 7 4 10 6
60 x 36 x 16 40 1090 0.12 0.04 27 10 6 14 9
[27.2] 30 817 0.04 0.02 -- 7 4 10 6
24 x 8 40 1090 0.07 0.03 21 10 6 14 9
50 1362 0.11 0.05 28 13 9 16 12
Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF3 Series

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 71 2.5 -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
600 x 600 x 330 250 0.15 107 5.6 2.8 -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.2
[0.7] 0.20 143 10.0 4.9 -- 2.4 1.2 3.4 2.1
0.25 178 15.6 7.7 17 3.0 1.8 4.3 2.7
0.10 106 4.2 -- -- 1.8 0.9 2.7 1.8
600 x 1200 x 330 0.15 160 9.5 3.1 -- 3.4 2.1 4.3 3.0
[1.05] 250
0.20 213 16.8 5.5 16 4.3 3.0 5.2 4.0
0.25 266 26.3 8.6 24 5.2 3.7 6.1 4.9
0.10 124 5.4 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.7 2.1
250 0.15 186 12.1 3.5 -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
0.20 248 21.5 6.2 20 4.9 3.7 6.1 4.6
0.15 186 8.7 2.9 -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
600 x 1500 x 330 400 x 150 0.20 248 15.4 5.2 15 4.9 3.7 6.1 4.6
[1.22]
0.25 310 24.1 8.1 23 5.8 4.6 6.7 5.5
0.15 186 5.4 -- -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
400 x 200 0.20 248 9.6 3.8 -- 4.9 3.7 6.1 4.6
0.25 310 14.9 5.9 16 5.8 4.6 6.7 5.5
0.10 176 4.7 -- -- 2.1 0.9 2.7 1.8
315 0.15 264 10.6 3.7 -- 3.4 2.1 4.3 3.0
900 x 1200 x 410 0.20 352 18.9 6.6 19 4.3 3.0 5.5 4.0
[1.73] 0.15 264 7.0 2.8 -- 3.4 2.1 4.3 3.0
500 x 200 0.20 352 12.5 5.0 -- 4.3 3.0 5.5 4.0
0.25 440 19.5 7.8 21 5.2 3.7 6.1 4.9
0.10 203 6.9 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.7 2.4
305 0.15 304 15.5 5.1 15 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
0.20 405 27.6 9.0 25 4.9 3.7 6.1 4.6
900 x 1500 x 410 0.15 304 9.2 3.6 -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
500 x 200 0.20 405 16.3 6.4 18 4.9 3.7 6.1 4.6
[2.0] 0.25 507 25.5 10.1 26 5.8 4.6 6.7 5.5
0.15 304 6.8 2.9 -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
600 x 200 0.20 405 12.1 5.2 -- 4.9 3.7 6.1 4.6
0.25 507 18.8 8.1 21 5.8 4.6 6.7 5.5
0.10 146 7.2 -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
250 0.15 219 16.1 4.2 -- 1.2 -- 1.8 0.9
0.20 292 28.7 7.5 24 1.8 0.9 2.7 1.8
1200 x 600 x 330 0.15 219 11.6 3.6 -- 1.2 -- 1.8 0.9
400 x 150 0.20 292 20.6 6.3 20 1.8 0.9 2.7 1.8
[1.44]
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

0.25 364 32.1 9.9 27 2.7 1.5 3.7 2.4

0.15 219 4.9 -- -- 1.2 -- 1.8 0.9
500 x 200 0.20 292 8.8 3.7 -- 1.8 0.9 2.7 1.8
0.25 364 13.7 5.7 16 2.7 1.5 3.7 2.4
0.10 201 6.1 -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.1 0.9
315 0.15 301 13.6 4.7 -- 2.4 1.2 3.4 2.1
0.20 402 24.3 8.3 23 3.4 2.1 4.3 3.0
1200 x 900 x 410 0.15 301 9.0 3.6 -- 2.4 1.2 3.4 2.1
500 x 200 0.20 402 16.0 6.3 18 3.4 2.1 4.3 3.0
[1.98] 0.25 502 25.0 9.9 25 4.0 2.7 5.2 4.0
0.15 301 6.6 2.9 -- 2.4 1.2 3.4 2.1
600 x 200 0.20 402 11.8 5.1 -- 3.4 2.1 4.3 3.0
0.25 502 18.5 8.0 21 4.0 2.7 5.2 4.0
0.10 183 11.0 2.6 -- -- -- 0.6 --
250
1500 x 600 x 330 0.15 275 24.7 5.9 21 0.9 -- 1.8 0.6
0.15 275 7.6 3.0 -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.6
[1.8] 500 x 200 0.20 366 13.4 5.4 -- 1.8 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.25 458 21.0 8.4 22 2.4 1.2 3.4 2.1
0.10 252 6.2 -- -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.6
500 x 200 0.15 378 13.9 5.4 15 2.1 1.2 3.0 1.8
1500 x 900 x 410 0.20 504 24.8 9.5 25 3.0 1.8 4.3 2.7
[2.48] 0.15 378 10.3 4.3 -- 2.1 1.2 3.0 1.8
600 x 200 0.20 504 18.3 7.7 21 3.0 1.8 4.3 2.7
0.25 630 28.6 12.0 28 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1C Series

Product Information

The Price DF1C Series displacement Nominal Duct

diffusers are designed to produce a low -0.125 (3)
velocity air supply perpendicular to the Nominal Duct
diffuser face.The DF1C discharges air evenly -0.125 (3)
across its perforated face with minimal 2” (51)
turbulence or induction of room air.The cool
supply air flows down to the floor level and 2” (51)
gradually fills the occupied space. Typically
installed at the junction of two walls or in a
90º recess, this appealing diffuser meshes
seamlessly into any décor. The superior
air quality and low noise levels realized
with the DF1C make it suitable for office
space, restaurants, supermarkets, theaters,
hotels, convention centers, schools, or any Nominal
application where air quality and occupant Height (H)
Nominal
comfort demands are high. Height (H)
Features
Optional inlet location:
• Top inlet location for exposed ductwork
or with duct cover option.
• Bottom inlet location for hidden
ductwork. Nominal
Width (W)
• Field-cut inlet option. Nominal
• Ships with protective film Width (W)
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Surface Mount Detail
Baffle – Aluminum Slide Plenum Onto Wall Mount Plate
• Side, Top and Bottom Panels Surface Mount Detail
– Coated Steel Slide Plenum Onto Wall Mount Plate
• Perforated Front Panel – Coated Steel

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes see fastening
color matrix. & blocking
Accessories by others fastening
& blocking
• Base by others
wall by
• Duct Covers others
• AFSD wall by
others
Air Pattern
Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
WXH Duct WXH Duct WXH Duct
Diffuser 24x24 8 30x60 10 600 x 600 200
24x36 8 30x72 10 600 x 900 200
24x48 8 36x24 8 600 x 1200 200
24x60 8 36x24 10 600 x 1500 200
24x72 8 36x24 12 750 x 600 200, 250
30x24 8 36x36 12 750 x 900 200
30x24 10 36x48 12 750 x 1200 250
30x36 8 36x60 12 750 x 1500 250
30x36 10 36x72 12 750 x 1800 250
30x48 10 900 x 600 200, 250, 315
900 x 900 315
For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to 900 x 1500 315
www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals 900 x 1800 315

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1C Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
W x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 71 -- -- -- -- -- 2 --
24 x 24 30 107 0.02 0.01 -- 2 -- 5 2
8
[3.6] 40 142 0.03 0.02 -- 4 1 7 4
50 178 0.04 0.03 -- 5 3 8 5
20 90 -- -- -- -- -- 2 --
30 X 24 30 135 0.01 -- -- 2 -- 4 2
[4.5] 10
40 180 0.02 0.02 -- 4 1 6 3
50 225 0.04 0.02 -- 5 2 8 5
20 109 -- -- -- -- -- 2 --
36 x 24 30 164 0.01 -- -- 2 -- 4 2
12
[5.5] 40 218 0.02 0.01 -- 3 1 6 3
50 273 0.03 0.02 -- 5 2 8 5
20 109 0.01 -- -- 3 -- 5 2
24 x 36 30 163 0.02 0.01 -- 5 2 8 5
8
[5.4] 40 217 0.04 0.02 -- 7 4 10 7
50 272 0.07 0.03 -- 9 6 10 12
20 138 -- -- -- 2 -- 5 2
30 x 36 30 206 0.02 0.01 -- 5 2 8 5
10
[6.9] 40 275 0.03 0.02 -- 7 4 10 7
50 344 0.05 0.03 -- 9 5 12 8
20 167 -- -- -- 2 -- 5 2
36 x 36 30 250 0.02 -- -- 5 2 8 5
12
[8.3] 40 333 0.03 0.02 -- 7 4 10 7
50 417 0.04 0.03 -- 9 5 12 8
20 146 0.01 -- -- 5 2 8 5
24 x 48 30 219 0.03 -- -- 8 5 11 7
8
[7.3] 40 292 0.06 0.01 -- 10 7 13 10
50 365 0.09 0.02 19 12 8 15 11
20 185 0.01 -- -- 5 2 7 4
30 x 48 30 278 0.03 -- -- 7 4 10 7
10
[9.3] 40 370 0.05 0.02 -- 10 6 13 9
50 463 0.07 0.03 16 11 8 15 11
20 224 -- -- -- 4 2 7 4
36 x 48 30 336 0.02 0.01 -- 7 4 10 7
12
[11.2] 40 448 0.04 0.02 -- 9 6 13 9
50 560 0.06 0.03 -- 11 8 15 11
20 184 0.02 -- -- 7 4 10 6
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

24 x 60 30 276 0.04 -- -- 10 6 13 9
8
[9.2] 40 367 0.07 -- 15 12 9 15 12
50 459 0.11 -- 22 14 10 17 14
20 233 0.01 -- -- 7 3 9 6
30 x 60 30 349 0.03 -- -- 9 6 13 9
10
[11.6] 40 465 0.06 0.01 -- 12 8 15 12
50 582 0.09 0.02 19 14 10 17 13
20 282 0.01 -- -- 6 3 9 6
36 x 60 30 422 0.03 -- -- 9 6 13 9
12
[14.1] 40 563 0.05 0.02 -- 12 8 15 11
50 704 0.07 0.02 17 14 10 17 13
20 221 0.02 -- -- 8 5 12 8
24 x 72 30 332 0.05 -- -- 12 8 15 11
8
[11.1] 40 442 0.08 -- 18 14 10 17 13
50 553 0.13 -- 25 16 12 19 15
20 280 0.02 -- -- 8 5 11 8
30 x 72 30 420 0.04 -- -- 11 8 14 11
10
[14] 40 560 0.07 -- 15 14 10 17 13
50 700 0.11 -- 22 16 12 19 15
20 339 0.01 -- -- 8 5 11 8
36 x 72 30 509 0.03 -- -- 11 8 14 11
12
[17] 40 678 0.06 0.01 -- 14 10 17 13
50 848 0.09 0.02 20 16 12 19 15

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1C Series

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 35 -- -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
600 x 600 0.15 52 4.5 2.9 -- 0.6 -- 1.5 0.6
200
[0.3] 0.20 70 8.2 5.2 -- 1.2 -- 2.1 1.2
0.25 88 12.9 8.2 -- 1.5 0.9 2.4 1.5
0.10 44 2.5 -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
750 X 600 0.15 66 5.7 3.0 -- 0.6 -- 1.2 0.6
200
[0.4] 0.20 88 10.1 5.4 -- 1.2 -- 1.8 0.9
0.25 110 15.8 8.4 -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.5
0.10 53 -- -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
900 x 600 0.15 79 2.7 -- -- 0.6 -- 1.2 0.6
315 0.20 106 4.9 3.8 -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.9
[0.5]
0.25 132 7.6 5.8 -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.5
0.10 53 3.0 -- -- 0.9 -- 1.5 0.6
600 x 900 0.15 79 6.7 2.9 -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.5
200 0.20 106 12.1 5.2 -- 2.1 1.2 3.0 2.1
[0.5]
0.25 132 18.7 8.1 -- 2.7 1.8 3.0 3.7
0.10 67 -- -- -- 0.6 -- 1.5 0.6
750 x 900 0.15 100 5.4 2.9 -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.5
250
[0.6] 0.20 133 9.6 5.2 -- 2.1 1.2 3.0 2.1
0.25 166 14.9 8.0 -- 2.7 1.5 3.7 2.4
0.10 80 -- -- -- 0.6 -- 1.5 0.6
900 x 900 0.15 120 4.04 2.61 -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.5
315
[0.7] 0.20 160 7.18 4.6 -- 2.1 1.2 3.0 2.1
0.25 200 11.22 7.3 -- 2.7 1.5 3.7 2.4
0.10 71 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.4 1.5
600 x 1200 0.15 106 3.6 2.50 -- 2.4 1.5 3.4 2.1
315
[0.7] 0.20 142 6.5 4.5 -- 3.0 2.1 4.0 3.0
0.25 177 10.1 7.0 -- 3.7 2.4 4.6 3.4
0.10 89 3.2 -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.1 1.2
750 x 1200 0.15 134 7.2 2.7 -- 2.1 1.2 3.0 2.1
250
[0.8] 0.20 178 12.6 4.7 -- 3.0 1.8 4.0 2.7
0.25 222 19.6 7.3 -- 3.4 2.4 4.6 3.4
0.10 107 -- -- -- 1.2 0.6 2.1 1.2
900 x 1200 0.15 160 5.3 2.8 -- 2.1 1.2 3.0 2.1
315
[1.0] 0.20 214 9.5 4.9 -- 2.7 1.8 4.0 2.7
0.25 268 14.8 7.7 -- 3.4 2.4 4.6 3.4
0.10 89 5.0 -- -- 2.1 1.2 3.0 1.8
600 x 1500

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
0.15 133 11.1 -- -- 3.0 1.8 4.0 2.7
200
[0.8] 0.20 177 19.6 -- -- 3.7 2.7 4.6 3.7
0.25 222 30.9 -- 20 4.3 3.0 5.2 4.3
0.10 111 3.9 -- -- 2.1 0.9 2.7 1.8
750 x 1500 0.15 167 8.8 -- -- 2.7 1.8 4.0 2.7
250
[1] 0.20 223 15.7 3.2 -- 3.7 2.4 4.6 3.7
0.25 278 24.3 5.0 17 4.3 3.0 5.2 4.0
0.10 134 2.9 -- -- 1.8 0.9 2.7 1.8
900 x 1500 0.15 201 6.6 2.60 -- 2.7 1.8 4.0 2.7
315
[1.3] 0.20 268 11.7 4.6 -- 3.7 2.4 4.6 3.4
0.25 335 18.3 7.2 -- 4.3 3.0 5.2 4.0
0.10 107 5.9 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.7 2.4
600 x 1800 0.15 160 13.2 -- -- 3.7 2.4 4.6 3.4
200
[1.0] 0.20 213 23.5 -- 16 4.3 3.0 5.2 4.0
0.25 267 36.9 -- 23 4.9 3.7 5.8 4.6
0.10 134 4.7 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.4 2.4
750 x 1800 0.15 201 10.5 -- -- 3.4 2.4 4.3 3.4
250
[1.3] 0.20 268 18.7 -- -- 4.3 3.0 5.2 4.0
0.25 335 29.2 -- 20 4.9 3.7 5.8 4.6
0.10 161 3.5 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.4 2.4
900 x 1800 0.15 242 7.9 -- -- 3.4 2.4 4.3 3.4
315
[1.5] 0.20 322 14.0 3.7 -- 4.3 3.0 5.2 4.0
0.25 403 21.9 5.8 17 4.9 3.7 5.8 4.6

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR180 Series

Product Information

Price DR180 Series displacement

diffusers are designed to produce a low
turbulence horizontal air supply in an 180o
pattern. Typically installed against a wall
or pillar, the DR180 discharges air evenly
across its perforated face. The cool air
then drops to the floor and gently floats
into the occupied zone. This appealing
diffuser meshes seamlessly into any décor,
providing a curved detail to the space. The
superior air quality and low noise levels
realized with the DR180 make it suitable for
office spaces, hotels, convention centers,
schools or any application where air quality
demands are high.
Features
• Optional inlet locations:
• Top inlet available for use
with duct covers.
• Bottom and rear inlet locations
also available.
• Field-cut inlet option.
• Ships with protective film
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish: DR180
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Baffle
- Aluminum
• Plenum Caps – Rolled Steel
• Perforated Face and Plenum Back
– Coated Steel
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes see color
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

matrix.
Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
Options
WXH Duct WXH Duct
• Base
18x24 6,7 457x600 150, 200
• Duct Cover 18x36 6, 7, 10x4 457x900 150, 200,250x100
• AFSD 18x48 6, 7, 10x4 457x1200 150, 200,250x100
24x24 8, 9, 10 610x600 200, 250
Air Pattern 24x36 8, 9, 10 610x900 200, 250
24x48 8, 9, 10 610x1200 200, 250
24x60 9, 10, 16x5 610x1500 200, 250, 400x150
Diffuser 30x24 8, 10 762x610 200, 250
30x36 8, 10, 12 762x900 200, 250, 315
30x48 10, 12 762x1200 250, 315
30x60 10, 12, 20x6 762x1500 250, 315, 500x150
36x24 10, 12 915x600 250, 315
36x36 10, 12, 14, 16 915x900 250, 315, 400
36x48 12, 14, 16 915x1200 315, 400
36x60 14, 16 915x1500 400
Diffuser 42x36 12, 14, 16 1067x900 315, 400
42x48 12, 14, 16 1067x1200 315, 400
42x60 12, 14, 16 1067x1500 315, 400
48x36 12, 14, 16 1219x900 315, 400
48x48 14, 16 1219x1200 400
48x60 14, 16 1219x1500 400

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR180 Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
W x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 85 0.02 -- -- 1 -- 2 1
18 x 24 30 128 0.05 0.02 -- 2 1 5 2
6
[4.3] 40 171 0.09 0.04 21 3 1 7 3
50 213 0.13 0.06 28 5 2 10 5
20 115 0.01 -- -- 1 -- 2 1
24 x 24 30 173 0.03 0.02 -- 2 1 5 2
[5.8] 8
40 230 0.05 0.03 -- 3 1 7 3
50 288 0.08 0.04 19 5 2 10 5
20 145 0.02 -- -- 1 -- 2 1
30 x 24 30 217 0.04 0.02 -- 2 1 5 2
8
[7.2] 40 290 0.07 0.03 -- 3 1 7 3
50 362 0.12 0.05 18 5 2 10 5
20 130 0.04 0.01 -- 2 1 4 2
18 x 36 6
30 196 0.09 0.02 22 4 2 8 4
[6.5] 40 261 0.09 0.04 26 6 3 12 6
10 x 4
50 326 0.14 0.06 34 9 4 17 8
20 176 0.02 -- -- 2 1 4 2
24 x 36 30 264 0.05 0.02 -- 4 2 8 4
8
[8.8] 40 352 0.10 0.03 20 6 3 12 6
50 440 0.15 0.05 27 9 4 17 8
8 20 221 0.03 -- -- 2 1 4 2
30 x 36 30 332 0.04 0.01 -- 4 2 8 4
[11.1] 10 40 443 0.07 0.03 -- 6 3 12 6
50 554 0.11 0.04 19 9 4 17 8
20 175 0.06 -- 20 3 1 7 3
18 x 48 6
30 263 0.13 0.02 33 6 2 12 6
[8.8] 40 351 0.14 0.04 36 9 4 18 9
10 x 4
50 439 0.21 0.06 44 12 6 25 12
20 237 0.04 -- -- 3 1 7 3
24 x 48 8
30 355 0.08 0.02 19 6 2 12 6
[11.8] 40 473 0.10 0.03 25 9 4 18 9
9
50 592 0.16 0.05 32 12 6 25 12
20 298 0.03 -- -- 3 1 7 3
30 x 48 10 30 447 0.06 0.02 -- 6 2 12 6

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[14.9] 40 596 0.10 0.03 19 9 4 18 9
12 50 745 0.09 0.04 21 12 6 25 12
20 297 0.03 -- -- 4 2 9 4
24 x 60 9
30 446 0.08 0.01 23 8 4 16 8
[14.9] 40 595 0.10 0.03 28 12 6 24 12
16 x 5
50 744 0.15 0.04 36 17 8 31 16
20 374 0.02 -- -- 4 2 9 4
30 561 0.04 0.01 -- 8 4 16 8
30 x 60 12
40 749 0.08 0.02 19 12 6 24 12
[18.7] 50 936 0.12 0.04 27 17 8 31 16
40 749 0.07 0.02 18 12 6 24 12
20 x 6
50 936 0.11 0.04 26 17 8 31 16

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR180 Series

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 40 5.4 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.6 0.3
457 x 600 0.15 59 12.3 5.5 -- 0.6 0.3 1.5 0.6
150
[0.39] 0.20 79 21.8 9.7 21 0.9 0.3 2.1 0.9
0.25 99 34.0 15.1 28 1.5 0.6 3.0 1.5
0.10 53 3.5 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.6 0.3
610 x 600 0.15 80 7.8 3.9 -- 0.6 0.3 1.5 0.6
[0.53] 200
0.20 107 13.8 6.9 -- 0.9 0.3 2.1 0.9
0.25 134 21.6 10.7 19 1.5 0.6 3.0 1.5
0.10 67 4.7 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.6 0.3
762 x 600 0.15 101 10.6 4.4 -- 0.6 0.3 1.5 0.6
200
[0.66] 0.20 135 18.9 7.9 -- 0.9 0.3 2.1 0.9
0.25 168 29.5 12.3 18 1.5 0.6 3.0 1.5
0.10 60 9.7 2.6 -- 0.6 0.3 1.2 0.6
457 x 900 150
0.15 91 21.8 5.9 22 1.2 0.6 2.4 1.2
[0.6] 0.20 121 23.1 9.0 26 1.8 0.9 3.7 1.8
250 x 100
0.25 151 36.0 14.0 34 2.7 1.2 5.2 2.4
0.10 82 6.2 -- -- 0.6 0.3 1.2 0.6
610 x 900 0.15 123 13.8 4.7 -- 1.2 0.6 2.4 1.2
200
[0.8] 0.20 163 24.6 8.4 20 1.8 0.9 3.7 1.8
0.25 204 38.4 13.1 28 2.7 1.2 5.2 2.4
200 0.10 103 8.4 -- -- 0.6 0.3 1.2 0.6
762 x 900 0.15 154 9.7 3.8 -- 1.2 0.6 2.4 1.2
[1.01] 250 0.20 206 17.2 6.7 -- 1.8 0.9 3.7 1.8
0.25 257 26.9 10.5 20 2.7 1.2 5.2 2.4
0.10 82 14.5 -- 20 0.9 0.3 2.1 0.9
457 x 1200 150
0.15 122 19.4 5.1 27 1.8 0.6 3.7 1.8
[0.8] 0.20 163 34.5 9.0 36 2.7 1.2 5.5 2.7
250 x 100
0.25 204 54.0 14.1 44 3.7 1.8 7.6 3.7
0.10 110 9.2 -- -- 0.9 0.3 2.1 0.9
610 x12009 200
0.15 165 20.7 4.2 19 1.8 0.6 3.7 1.8
[1.08] 0.20 220 18.9 6.8 21 2.7 1.2 5.5 2.7
250
0.25 275 29.5 10.7 29 3.7 1.8 7.6 3.7
0.10 138 6.5 -- -- 0.9 0.3 2.1 0.9
762 x 1200 250 0.15 208 14.5 3.8 -- 1.8 0.6 3.7 1.8
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

[1.36] 0.20 277 25.8 6.7 19 2.7 1.2 5.5 2.7

315 0.25 346 20.2 8.3 19 3.7 1.8 7.6 3.7
0.10 110 4.7 -- -- 1.2 0.6 2.7 1.2
610 x 1200 250
0.15 165 10.6 3.8 -- 2.4 1.2 4.9 2.4
[1.08] 0.20 220 14.0 5.9 18 3.7 1.8 7.3 3.7
400 x 150
0.25 275 21.8 9.2 26 5.2 2.4 9.4 4.9
0.10 174 4.4 -- -- 1.2 0.6 2.7 1.2
0.15 261 9.9 3.2 -- 2.4 1.2 4.9 2.4
762 x 1500 315
0.20 348 17.6 5.7 18 3.7 1.8 7.3 3.7
[1.71] 0.25 435 27.5 8.8 25 5.2 2.4 9.4 4.9
0.20 348 18.7 5.7 18 3.7 1.8 7.3 3.7
508 x 152
0.25 435 29.2 9.0 26 5.2 2.4 9.4 4.9

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR180U Series

Product Information

Price DR180U Series displacement

diffusers produce a low turbulence horizontal
air supply in an 180º pattern. Due to its
shape, the DR180U can accommodate large
inlets and can handle higher flows than a
standard DR180.Typically installed against a
wall or pillar, this unit has a seamless curved
front and makes an appealing addition to
any decor.
The superior air quality and low noise
levels realized with the DR180U make it
suitable for office spaces, hotels, convention
centers, schools or any application where
air quality demands are high. The DR180U
is constructed of a perforated steel face
and with a solid steel back, top and bottom.
With the option of both top and rear ducted
units, as well as its optional bases or duct
covers, the DR180U can adapt to be part of
any interior design.
Features
• Top inlet available for use with duct
covers.
• Bottom and rear inlets also available
• Ships with protective film.
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish: DR180U
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization
Baffle - Aluminium
• Plenum Caps and Perforated Face
– Rolled Steel
• Plenum Back – Coated Steel
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Accessories
• Base
• Duct Cover
• AFSD flow sensor/damper Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
Height* Height*
Air Pattern Diameter Duct Min. Max. Diameter Duct Min. Max.
18 10, 12 24 60 457 250, 315 600 1500
24 16 24 60 610 400 600 1500
Diffuser 30 20 24 60 762 500 600 1500
36 24 24 60 914 600 600 1500
*Standard heights available in 1” increments *Standard heights available in 25 mm increments

For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR180U Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
W x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 217 0.01 -- -- 2 1 3 2
18 x 36 30 326 0.02 0.01 -- 3 2 4 2
12
[10.86] 40 434 0.04 0.03 -- 3 2 5 3
50 543 0.07 0.04 21 4 2 6 4
20 292 0.01 -- -- 2 1 3 2
24 x 36 30 437 0.02 0.01 -- 3 2 4 2
16
[14.58] 40 583 0.03 0.02 -- 3 2 5 3
50 729 0.05 0.03 17 4 2 6 4
20 366 0.01 -- -- 2 1 3 2
30 x 36 30 549 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 2
20
[22.03] 40 732 0.02 0.01 -- 3 2 5 3
50 915 0.03 0.02 -- 4 2 6 4
20 441 0.00 -- -- 2 1 3 2
36 x 36 30 661 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 2
24
[22.03] 40 881 0.02 0.01 -- 3 2 5 3
50 1101 0.03 0.02 -- 4 2 6 4
20 292 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 2
18 x 48 30 438 0.03 0.01 -- 4 2 5 3
12
[14.61] 40 585 0.06 0.02 18 5 3 7 4
50 731 0.09 0.03 25 6 4 8 5
20 392 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 2
24 x 48 30 589 0.02 0.01 -- 4 2 5 3
16
[19.62] 40 785 0.04 0.02 -- 5 3 7 4
50 981 0.06 0.03 20 6 4 8 5
20 492 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 2
30 x 48 30 739 0.02 0.01 -- 4 2 5 3
20
[24.62] 40 985 0.03 0.02 -- 5 3 6 4
50 1231 0.05 0.03 -- 6 4 8 5
20 367 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 3
18 x 60 30 551 0.03 -- -- 5 3 6 4
12
[18.36] 40 735 0.06 -- 20 6 4 8 5
50 918 0.09 -- 27 7 5 10 7
20 493 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 3
24 x 60 30 740 0.03 -- -- 5 3 6 4
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

16
[24.65] 40 986 0.05 0.02 -- 6 4 8 5
50 1233 0.08 0.03 20 7 5 10 7

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR180U Series

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 99 -- -- -- 0.6 0.3 0.9 0.6
457 x 900 0.15 149 5.44 3.25 -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.6
315
[0.99] 0.20 199 9.68 5.77 -- 0.9 0.6 1.5 0.9
0.25 248 15.12 9.02 21 1.2 0.6 1.8 1.2
0.10 141 -- -- -- 0.6 0.3 0.9 0.6
610 x 900 0.15 212 4.45 2.75 -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.6
400
[1.41] 0.20 282 7.92 4.89 -- 0.9 0.6 1.5 0.9
0.25 353 12.37 7.64 17 1.2 0.6 1.8 1.2
0.10 176 -- -- -- 0.6 0.3 0.9 0.6
762 x 900 0.15 264 3.25 -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.6
500
[1.76] 0.20 353 5.78 3.84 -- 0.9 0.6 1.5 0.9
0.25 441 9.03 6.01 -- 1.2 0.6 1.8 1.2
0.10 212 -- -- -- 0.6 0.3 0.9 0.6
915 x 900 0.15 317 -- -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.6
600
[2.12] 0.20 423 4.42 3.07 -- 0.9 0.6 1.5 0.9
0.25 529 6.91 4.80 -- 1.2 0.6 1.8 1.2
0.10 141 3.29 -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.6
457 x 1200 0.15 212 7.39 2.97 -- 1.2 0.6 1.5 0.9
315
[1.41] 0.20 282 13.15 5.27 18 1.5 0.9 2.1 1.2
0.25 353 20.54 8.24 25 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.5
0.10 188 2.63 -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.6
610 x1200 0.15 282 5.91 2.88 -- 1.2 0.6 1.5 0.9
400
[1.88] 0.20 376 10.50 5.12 -- 1.5 0.9 2.1 1.2
0.25 470 16.41 8.00 20 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.5
0.10 235 -- -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.6
762 x 1200 0.15 353 4.50 2.56 -- 1.2 0.6 1.5 0.9
500
[2.35] 0.20 470 7.99 4.55 -- 1.5 0.9 1.8 1.2
0.25 588 12.49 7.11 -- 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.5
0.10 176 3.55 -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.9
457 x 1500 0.15 264 7.99 -- -- 1.5 0.9 1.8 1.2
315
[1.76] 0.20 353 14.20 -- 20 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.5
0.25 441 22.19 2.98 27 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.10 235 3.02 -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.9
600 x 1500 0.15 353 6.80 -- -- 1.5 0.9 1.8 1.2
400

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[2.35] 0.20 470 12.08 3.67 -- 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.5
0.25 588 18.88 5.74 20 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR90 Series

Product Information

Price DR90 Series displacement diffusers

are designed to produce a low turbulence
horizontal air supply in a 90 o pattern.
Typically installed at the joining of two walls
or in a 90o recess, the DR90 discharges air
evenly across its perforated face. The cool
air then drops to the floor and gently floats
into the occupied zone in a layer 2-5” thick.
This appealing diffuser meshes seamlessly
into any décor, providing a curved detail to
the space. The superior air quality and low
noise levels realized with the DR90 make it
suitable for office space, hotels, convention
centers, schools, or any application where
air quality demands are high.
Features
• Top inlet option for use with duct covers.
• Bottom inlet option for bottom duct
connection.
• Field-cut inlet option available.
• Ships with protective film
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish: DR90
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Baffle – Rail-Mounting System Detail Rail-Mounting System Detail
Aluminum
• Plenum Caps – Rolled Steel Mounting Bracket Mounting Bracket
• Perforated Face and Plenum Back –
Coated Steel Diffuser Diffuser
• Finish – B12 White (Standard) Metal Metal
For optional and special finishes see color Cover Cover
matrix. Strip Strip
Diffuser Diffuser
Accessories
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

• Base
• Duct Covers
Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
• AFSD
Dia. X H Duct Dia. X H Duct
Air Pattern 18x24 6,7 457 x 600 100
18x36 6, 7, 10x4 457 x 900 100
18x48 6, 7, 10x4 610 x 600 150
24x24 8, 9, 10 610 x 900 150
Diffuser 24x36 8, 9, 10 610 x 1200 150
24x48 8, 9, 10 610 x 1500 150
24x60 9, 10, 16x5 762 x 600 200
30x24 8, 10 762 x 900 200
30x36 8, 10, 12 762 x 1200 200
30x48 10, 12 762 x 1500 200
30x60 10, 12, 20x6 915 x 610 250, 315
36x24 10, 12 915 x 900 250, 315
36x36 10, 12, 14, 16 915 x 1200 250, 315
36x48 12, 14, 16 915 x 1500 250, 315
36x60 14, 16 1067 x 1200 315
42x36 12, 14, 16 1067 x 1500 315
42x48 12, 14, 16 1219 x 1200 400
42x60 12, 14, 16 1219 x 1500 400
48x36 12, 14, 16 1219x900 315, 400
48x48 14, 16 1219x1200 400
48x60 14, 16 1219x1500 400
For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR90 Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5°F ∆T = 10°F
Dia. x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 41 0.03 0.01 -- 1 -- 3 2
18 x 24 30 61 0.06 0.03 -- 2 1 4 2
4
[2] 40 81 0.10 0.05 19 2 1 6 3
50 102 0.16 0.08 26 3 1 8 4
20 56 0.01 -- -- 1 -- 3 1
24 x 24 30 83 0.03 0.02 -- 2 1 5 2
[2.8] 6
40 111 0.06 0.04 -- 3 2 7 3
50 139 0.09 0.06 17 4 2 9 4
20 70 0.01 -- -- 1 -- 3 1
30 x 24 30 106 0.02 0.02 -- 3 1 5 3
8
[3.5] 40 141 0.04 0.03 -- 3 2 8 4
50 176 0.06 0.04 -- 5 2 10 5
20 62 0.03 -- -- 2 -- 4 2
18 x 36 30 93 0.06 -- 16 3 1 6 3
4
[3.1] 40 124 0.11 -- 25 4 2 9 4
50 155 0.18 -- 33 5 2 11 6
20 85 0.02 0.01 -- 2 1 4 2
24 x 36 30 127 0.05 0.02 -- 4 2 7 3
6
[4.2] 40 170 0.09 0.04 16 5 2 10 5
50 212 0.14 0.07 23 7 3 13 7
20 108 0.02 -- -- 2 1 5 2
30 x 36 30 162 0.04 0.02 -- 4 2 8 4
8
[5.4] 40 215 0.06 0.04 -- 6 3 11 6
50 269 0.10 0.06 17 7 4 15 8
20 114 0.03 -- -- 2 1 6 3
24 x 48 30 171 0.06 0.01 -- 4 2 9 5
6
[5.7] 40 229 0.10 0.02 20 7 3 13 7
50 286 0.16 0.03 28 9 4 18 10
20 145 0.02 0.01 -- 3 1 7 3
30 x 48 30 217 0.05 0.02 -- 5 2 11 6
8
[7.2] 40 290 0.08 0.04 -- 8 4 15 8
50 362 0.13 0.06 21 10 5 20 11
20 144 0.02 -- -- 3 2 7 3
24 x 60 30 215 0.05 -- -- 6 3 12 6
6

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[7.2] 40 287 0.09 -- 24 8 4 17 9
50 359 0.15 -- 31 11 6 22 12
20 182 0.02 -- -- 4 2 8 4
30 x 60 30 273 0.05 0.02 -- 7 3 14 7
8
[9.1] 40 364 0.09 0.03 17 9 5 19 10
50 455 0.15 0.04 24 13 7 25 14

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR90 Series

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
Dia. x H [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 19 6.5 3.0 -- 0.3 -- 0.9 0.6
457 x 600 0.15 28 14.6 6.8 -- 0.6 0.3 1.2 0.6
100
[0.19] 0.20 38 25.9 12.0 19 0.6 0.3 1.8 0.9
0.25 47 40.5 18.8 26 0.9 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.10 26 3.7 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.9 0.3
610 x 600 0.15 39 8.4 5.5 -- 0.6 0.3 1.5 0.6
[0.25] 150
0.20 51 14.9 9.7 -- 0.9 0.6 2.1 0.9
0.25 65 23.2 15.2 17 1.2 0.6 2.7 1.2
0.10 33 2.3 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.9 0.3
762 x 600 0.15 49 5.3 3.8 -- 0.9 0.3 1.5 0.9
200
[0.32] 0.20 66 9.4 6.8 -- 0.9 0.6 2.4 1.2
0.25 82 14.7 10.6 -- 1.5 0.6 3.0 1.5
0.10 29 7.0 -- -- 0.6 -- 1.2 0.6
457 x 900 0.15 43 15.8 -- 16 0.9 0.3 1.8 0.9
100
[0.28] 0.20 58 28.1 -- 25 1.2 0.6 2.7 1.2
0.25 72 43.9 -- 33 1.5 0.6 3.4 1.8
0.10 40 5.7 2.7 -- 0.6 0.3 1.2 0.6
610 x 900 0.15 59 12.8 6.1 -- 1.2 0.6 2.1 0.9
150
[0.39] 0.20 79 22.8 10.8 16 1.5 0.6 3.0 1.5
0.25 99 35.6 16.9 23 2.1 0.9 4.0 2.1
0.10 50 4.0 -- -- 0.6 0.3 1.5 0.6
762 x 900 0.15 75 8.9 5.5 -- 1.2 0.6 2.4 1.2
200
[0.49] 0.20 100 15.8 9.7 -- 1.8 0.9 3.4 1.8
0.25 125 24.7 15.2 17 2.1 1.2 4.6 2.4
0.10 53 6.5 -- -- 0.6 0.3 1.8 0.9
610 x 1200 0.15 80 14.7 -- -- 1.2 0.6 2.7 1.5
150
[0.52] 0.20 106 26.1 4.4 20 2.1 0.9 4.0 2.1
0.25 133 40.7 6.9 28 2.7 1.2 5.5 3.0
0.10 67 5.2 -- -- 0.9 0.3 2.1 0.9
762 x 1200 0.15 101 11.8 5.6 -- 1.5 0.6 3.4 1.8
200
[0.66] 0.20 135 21.0 9.9 -- 2.4 1.2 4.6 2.4
0.25 168 32.8 15.5 21 3.0 1.5 6.1 3.4
0.10 67 5.7 -- -- 0.9 0.6 2.1 0.9
610 x 1500 0.15 100 12.8 -- -- 1.8 0.9 3.7 1.8
150
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

[0.66] 0.20 134 22.8 -- 24 2.4 1.2 5.2 2.7

0.25 167 35.6 -- 31 3.4 1.8 6.7 3.7
0.10 84 5.9 -- -- 1.2 0.6 2.4 1.2
762 x 1500 0.15 127 13.4 3.6 -- 2.1 0.9 4.3 2.1
200
[0.83] 0.20 169 23.4 7.1 17 2.7 1.5 5.8 3.0
0.25 211 36.6 11.0 24 4.0 2.1 7.6 4.3

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Wall Mounted Displacement Accessories
Duct Covers

Product Information

Price Duct Covers for displacement

diffusers provide a consistent look from Duct Cover for DR180 Duct Cover for DF1
floor to ceiling.These products continue the
appearance of the diffuser while concealing
the duct work for an architecturally appealing
installation. Duct covers can be supplied in
solid steel or perforated material to match
the diffuser face. When using a perforated
duct cover, the ductwork can be painted
black for a finished look. The duct cover is
available in varying lengths and can be split
into multiple sections to create a symmetric
look with the diffuser. These units are
perfect for top ducted diffusers where
exposed ductwork is not desired, such as
hotel lobbies, office boardrooms, schools,
and restaurants. See specific product for
availability.
Features
• Seamless construction.
• Matches corresponding product design.
• Variable height to match look of
diffuser and fit into any room height.
• Duct covers for DF1, DF3, DR90, DR180,
and DR180U:
• Ship assembled from factory.
• Use rail-mounting method.
• Available with protective film.
Construction/Finish
• Face – 21 Gauge steel
• Support Extrusion (where required)
– Aluminum
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Options
• Solid steel duct cover.
• Perforated steel duct cover.
Sizes
• Width, radius/diameter, depth are all
based on diffuser. For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals
• Support extrusion (where required) -
Aluminum.
Duct Covers are available for:
• DF1
• DF3
• DF1C
• DR90
• DR180
• DR180U

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Wall Mounted Displacement Accessories
Bases

Product Information

Price Bases for displacement diffusers

allow the diffuser to be installed above
floor level, creating a look that is consistent
with the existing décor. These products
continue the look of base board heights
and provide access to bottom ducted
units for easier installation. The base
also provides protection from damage
or moisture during cleaning. The base is
available in varying lengths and is inset
from the face of the diffuser by 1 inch (25
mm). The easy installation of the product
allows it to be ordered with a displacement
unit or as a secondary order if the look
is required after the original diffuser’s
installation. See specific product for
availablity.
Features
• Seamless construction.
Base for DR180 Base for DF1
• Matches corresponding product design.
• Variable height to match desired look of
diffuser.
• Ships with protective film.
Construction/Finish
• Face – 21 Gauge steel
• Legs – Extruded Aluminum
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Sizes
• Width, radius/diameter, depth are all
based on diffuser ordered.
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

• Height ranges from 2” to 6” (50mm to

150mm).
Bases are available for:
• DF1
• DF3
• DF1C
• DR90
• DR180
• DR180U
For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals
• DR360

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Wall Mounted Displacement Accessories
AFSD Series

Product Information

The PRICE AFSD (Air Flow Sensing Device)

is a flow measuring station combined with
an adjustable damper whereby the air
volume can be adjusted. The SP300 multi-
point sensor ensures accurate pressure
measurement, allowing the balancer to
monitor the velocity pressure in the duct.
The integral manually operated damper
with quarter-lock allows for adjustment until
the desired flow rate is obtained. A label
on the side provides indication of the air
flow for a given velocity pressure.The AFSD
is specifically designed to operate with
displacement ventilation systems to help
balance downstream pressure and help in
supplying optimum flow rate to the diffuser.
Features
• SP300 multi-point flow sensor designed
to maintain control accuracy independent
of field installation conditions.
• Gauge taps for flow measurement and
balancing.
• Inlet and outlet connection bead offers a
means for secure flex duct connections.
Construction/Finish
• Housing and Damper – 22 Galvanized
Steel Air flow
• Air Flow Sensor – Plastic
• Galvanized Steel
• Label provides indication of air flow for
a given velocity pressure
Sizes

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
• 6” to 16” diameter (150mm to 400mm).

Air Flow

Duct Flow Sensor

Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
and Pressure Ports
Nom. Diameter X H Nom. Diameter X H
5 x 14 457 x 610
Quadrant 6 x14 457 x 915
Locking Damper 8 x 14 610 x 610
10x14 610 x 915
14x15 610 x 1524
16x15 762 x 610
Displacement For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals
Outlet

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Wall Mounted Displacement Accessories
AFSD Series

Performance Data
K-Factor
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

Air Flow (cfm)

Performance Notes:
1. Locate appropriate K value or slope for AFSD size.
2. Use pressure taps (red line high; green line low) provided for field measurement of pressure differential (VP) with manometer.
3. Loosen wing nut on damper handle and adjust damper to vary VP.
4. When appropriate VP is obtained, tighten wing nut down on handle.

where:
Vp = differential pressure at the sensor, in. w.c.
Q = air flow rate at standard conditions, cfm
K = calibration constant

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SECTION J

In-Wall
Displacement
Diffusers
In-Wall Diffusers
Price In-Wall Displacement Diffusers can be used in a wide variety of In-Wall Diffuser Family:
applications, from offices and schools, to architecturally driven projects • DF1R
such as theaters and lobbies, and even health care facilities. Like all • DF1W
displacement diffusers, the Price In-Wall Series provides low velocity • Puraflo
supply air with high thermal comfort and minimal noise.

Provides Flush mounting maximizes Optional colors Puraflo series for

architectural appeal available floor area and finishes available health care

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information, including product videos and brochures.
Displacement Ventilation
In-Wall Diffusers

Product Overview
Applications
DF1W / Puraflo
The Price In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
are designed to be integrated into the
wall space and to provide a low velocity
horizontal air pattern into a room. Along
with the traditional benefits of displacement
ventilation, these diffusers have the added
feature of increasing the available space in
the occupied zone.
The in-wall displacement diffusers can
be installed individually or together in
multiple sections to achieve both air
distribution function and architectural
form. Since each project presents its
own set of architectural and engineering
limitations and requirements, the Price
In-Wall Displacement Diffusers can be
manufactured in custom sizes and colors.
Models and Function
The DF1W features optional heavy steel
and stainless steel construction. The
perforated face and internal baffle ensure
equalized air flow across the face of the DF1R
diffuser, providing low velocity air into the
room. These diffusers mount flush to the
wall surface and allow for more floor space,
making them ideal for high occupancy areas
such as classrooms, office spaces, hotels,
and convention centers. Since the DF1W is
typically ducted from the top, the diffusers
can also be sized to fit within nominal stud
spacings to simplify building design.
The Puraflo diffuser, while based on DF1W,
has been designed uniquely for health care

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
applications. It can be applied in waiting
rooms, nursing stations, exam rooms,
patient rooms, and hallways. As high air
quality and cleanliness are necessities in
health care facilities, the Puraflo features all
the benefits of the DF1W with a standard
removable face for easy cleaning and
sterilization. The Puraflo also offers an
optional stainless steel face and frame,
corrosion resistance, and tamper-proof
fasteners for security needs.
The DF1R is a unique diffuser designed to
deliver air into spaces from relatively hidden
locations. Having no visible fasteners, the
DF1R can be discreetly installed in stair
risers, in a wall at floor level or in a toe kick,
making it ideal for classrooms, theaters, and
lobbies. The DF1R has an easy press-in face
that is securely retained with mounting clips
in a contractor-supplied plenum. A mud
frame is available for drywall applications
that require a clean appearance.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1W Series

Product Information
Price DF1W Series displacement diffusers
are designed toOpening
produce a 1 way low velocity
Width
air supply perpendicular to the diffuser face.
The DF1W discharges air evenly across its .500 (13)
2.000 [51] 1.500 (38)
perforated face with minimal turbulence
or induction of room air. The cool supply
air flows down to the floor level and
Fastening

Face Height = Opening Height +0.500"

gradually fills the occupied space. The & Blocking 3.500 (89)
Plenum Height = Opening Height -0.220"

DF1W is designed to be integrated into the By Others

wall space, maximizing floor space while
maintaining the high level of performance
seen in the DF1. This appealing diffuser Wall By Others .500 (13)
Opening Height

meshes seamlessly into any décor by Surface Mount (Shown As Reference Only.)
integrating into the walls. The superior
air quality and low noise levels realized
with the DF1W make it suitable for office Opening Width
space, restaurants, supermarkets, theaters, Plenum Width = Opening Width -0.220"
hotels, convention centers, schools, or any
application where air quality demands are Nom. Duct - .125 [3]
high.
Features
• In-wall installation maximizes available
floor space. 3.500 [89] 2.375 [60] Top View 3.500 [89]
• Ships with protective film on face.
Face Width = Opening Width +0.500"
Construction/Finish: DF1W
• Equalization Baffle - Aluminum. Opening Width
• Perforated Front Panel and Diffuser 2.000 [51] 1.500 (38)
Frame – Coated Steel
• Plenum – Coated Steel
• Optional Stainless Steel Machine Screws Fasteni

Face Height = Opening Height +0.500"

for plenum access or cleaning & Block
Plenum Height = Opening Height -0.220"

• Finish - B12 White (Standard) By Othe

For optional and special finishes please see
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

color matrix.
Wall By Oth
Opening Height

Options Surface Mount (Shown As R

• Stainless steel (304) face and frame.
• Stainless steel (304) face, frame, baffle, Opening Widt
and plenum.
Plenum Width = Opening
• Removable face.
Accessories Nom. Duct - .12
• AFSD.
• Duct damper (Flap Type with Cable
Operator).
3.500 [89] 2.375 [60] Top View
Air Pattern
Face Width = Opening W

Diffuser Dimensional Data (Nominal) - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data (Nominal) - Metric (mm)
WXH Duct Nom. Studs OC WXH Duct Nom. Studs OC
14.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 590 60 x 300 400
14.5 x 29.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 740 60 x 300 400
14.5 x 35.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 890 60 x 300 400
14.5 x 47.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 1190 60 x 300 400
22.5 x 29.5 2.5 x 18 24 560 x 590 60 x 500 600
22.5 x 35.5 2.5 x 18 24 560 x 740 60 x 500 600
22.5 x 47.5 2.5 x 18 24 560 x 890 60 x 500 600
29.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 18 31 560 x 1190 60 x 500 600
35.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 18 37
47.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 18 49

Additional Imperial and Metric sizes available.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
Puraflo Series

Product Information

Price Puraflo displacement diffusers are

in-wall diffusers designed specifically for
use in health care facilities. The diffuser Plenum Mounted To Stud By Others
discharges cool supply air evenly across the Plenum Mounted To Stud By Others
perforated face at low velocity with minimal
turbulence or induction of room air. The air Fastening
flows down to the floor level and travels Fastening
& Blocking
across the floor where it is carried up by & Blocking
By Others
By Others
thermal plumes, delivering air directly to
the breathing zone.
Wall By Others (Shown
The Puraflo displacement diffuser is Surface Mount Wall By Others
As Reference Only.)(Shown
designed to be integrated in the wall or Surface Mount As Reference Only.)
casework, increasing floor area in the
occupied zone and seamlessly meshing into Opening Width
Opening Width
the space for architectural appeal. Plenum Width = Opening Width -0.220"
Plenum Width = Opening Width -0.220"
To facilitate cleaning, the Puraflo is designed
with a standard removable face. Optional Nom. Duct - .125 [3]
Nom. Duct - .125 [3]
features include tamper-proof fasteners
and a stainless steel face. The superior air
quality, thermal comfort and low noise
levels of the Puraflo make it an excellent 2.375 [60] Top View
2.375 [60] Top View 3.500 [89]
3.500 [89]
choice for patient rooms, hallways, waiting
rooms, exam rooms, nursing stations, and Face Width = Opening Width +0.500"
Face Width = Opening Width +0.500"
any health care application where air quality
demands are high.
Features
• Standard removable face. Opening Width
• Flush, in-wall integration. Opening Width
Construction/Finish: Puraflo
• Equalization Baffle – Aluminum
• Perforated Front Panel and Diffuser 2.000 [51]
2.000 [51]
Frame – Coated Steel

Opening Height
Opening Height
• Plenum – Coated Steel

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
• Truss Head/Machine Screws
– Stainless Steel
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Options
• Diffuser face and frame – 304 stainless Plenum Height =
Plenum
Opening Height
Height =
-0.220"
steel. Opening Height -0.220"
• Tamper proof fasteners. Face Height =
Face Height
Opening Height =+0.500" 3.500 [89]
Opening Height +0.500" 3.500 [89]
Air Pattern

Diffuser Dimensional Data (Nominal) - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data (Nominal) - Metric (mm)
WXH Duct Nom. Studs OC WXH Duct Nom. Studs OC
14.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 590 60 x 300 400
14.5 x 29.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 740 60 x 300 400
14.5 x 35.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 890 60 x 300 400
14.5 x 47.5 2.5 x 12 16 360 x 1190 60 x 300 400
22.5 x 29.5 2.5 x 18 24 560 x 590 60 x 500 600
22.5 x 35.5 2.5 x 18 24 560 x 740 61 x 500 600
22.5 x 47.5 2.5 x 18 24 560 x 890 62 x 500 600
29.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 18 31 560 x 1190 63 x 500 600
35.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 18 37
47.5 x 23.5 2.5 x 18 49

Additional Imperial and Metric sizes available.

Please contact your local Price representative for more information.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1W / Puraflo

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5°F ∆T = 10°F
W x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 44 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
14.5 x 23.5 30 66 -- -- -- 1 -- 2 --
2.5 x 12
[2.2] 40 88 0.01 -- -- 4 1 6 2
50 109 0.02 0.01 -- 7 3 9 5
20 55 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
14.5 x 29.5 30 83 0.01 -- -- 1 -- 3 --
[2.8] 2.5 x 12
40 111 0.02 0.01 -- 5 1 7 3
50 138 0.03 0.02 -- 8 4 10 6
20 67 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
14.5 x 35.5 30 100 0.01 -- -- 2 -- 4 1
2.5 x 12
[3.3] 40 134 0.02 0.01 -- 6 2 8 4
50 167 0.04 0.02 -- 9 5 11 7
20 90 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
14.5 x 47.5 30 135 0.02 0.01 -- 3 -- 5 1
2.5 x 12
[4.5] 40 180 0.04 0.02 -- 7 3 9 5
50 225 0.06 0.03 16 10 6 13 8
20 66 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
22.5 x 22.5 30 99 0.01 -- -- 4 1 6 2
2.5 x 18
[3.3] 40 132 0.02 0.01 -- 8 4 10 6
50 165 0.04 0.02 -- 11 7 14 9
20 87 -- -- -- 1 -- 2 --
22.5 x 29.5 30 131 0.02 -- -- 5 1 7 3
2.5 x 18
[4.4] 40 175 0.04 0.02 -- 9 5 12 7
50 218 0.06 0.03 16 13 8 15 10
20 105 0.01 -- -- 1 -- 3 --
22.5 x 35.5 30 158 0.03 0.01 -- 6 2 8 4
2.5 x 18
[5.3] 40 211 0.05 0.02 -- 10 6 13 8
50 264 0.08 0.03 20 14 9 16 11
20 142 0.02 -- -- 2 -- 4 1
22.5 x 47.5 30 213 0.04 0.02 -- 8 3 10 5
2.5 x 18
[7.1] 40 284 0.08 0.03 21 12 7 15 10
50 355 0.13 0.05 28 16 11 18 13
20 91 -- -- -- 1 -- 3 --
29.5 x 23.5 30 137 0.02 0.01 -- 7 2 9 4
2.5 x 18
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

[4.6] 40 183 0.04 0.02 -- 11 6 13 8

50 228 0.06 0.03 17 14 9 17 12
20 110 0.01 -- -- 3 -- 5 1
35.5 x 23.5 30 165 0.03 0.01 -- 8 4 10 6
2.5 x 18
[5.5] 40 221 0.05 0.02 -- 13 8 15 10
50 276 0.08 0.04 22 16 11 19 14
20 148 0.02 -- -- 5 1 7 3
47.5 x 23.5 30 223 0.04 0.01 -- 11 6 14 9
2.5 x 20
[7.4] 40 297 0.07 0.03 22 16 11 18 13
50 371 0.11 0.04 29 19 14 22 17

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1W / Puraflo

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 17 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
360 x 590 0.15 29 3.34 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.6 --
60 x 300
[0.2] 0.20 32 4.48 2.59 -- 1.2 0.3 1.8 0.6
0.25 35 5.73 3.47 -- 2.1 0.9 2.7 1.5
0.10 25 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
360 x 740 0.15 38 5.06 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.9 --
[0.25] 60 x 300
0.20 50 9.10 4.40 -- 1.5 0.3 2.1 0.9
0.25 63 14.34 7.00 -- 2.4 1.2 3.0 1.8
0.10 30 2.97 -- -- -- -- -- --
360 x 890 0.15 46 6.79 2.94 -- 0.6 -- 1.2 0.3
60 x 300
[0.3] 0.20 61 12.20 5.36 -- 1.8 0.6 2.4 1.2
0.25 76 19.23 8.53 -- 2.7 1.5 3.4 2.1
0.10 41 4.71 -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
360 x 1190 0.15 61 10.76 3.80 -- 0.9 -- 1.5 0.3
60 x 300
[0.4] 0.20 82 19.33 6.96 -- 2.1 0.9 2.7 1.5
0.25 102 30.45 11.13 16 3.0 1.8 4.0 2.4
0.10 32 -- -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
560 x 590 0.15 47 3.26 -- -- 1.2 0.3 1.8 0.6
60 x 500
[0.31] 0.20 63 5.85 3.19 -- 2.4 1.2 3.0 1.8
0.25 79 9.22 5.06 -- 3.4 2.1 4.3 2.7
0.10 40 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 0.6 --
560 x 740 0.15 60 4.68 -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.1 0.9
60 x 500
[0.39] 0.20 80 8.41 4.16 -- 2.7 1.5 3.7 2.1
0.25 100 13.24 6.62 -- 4.0 2.4 4.6 3.0
0.10 48 2.75 -- -- 0.3 -- 0.9 --
560 x 890 0.15 72 6.27 2.79 -- 1.8 0.6 2.4 1.2
60 x 500
[0.47] 0.20 96 11.27 5.09 -- 3.0 1.8 4.0 2.4
0.25 120 17.76 8.10 20 4.3 2.7 4.9 3.4
0.10 65 4.35 -- -- 0.6 -- 1.2 0.3
560 x 1190 0.15 97 9.93 3.65 -- 2.4 0.9 3.0 1.5
60 x 500
[0.64] 0.20 129 17.85 6.69 20 3.7 2.1 4.6 3.0
0.25 162 28.13 10.68 27 4.9 3.4 5.5 4.0

Performance Notes:

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1R Series

Product Information

Price DF1R Series recessed displacement

diffusers are designed to produce a 1 way
low velocity air supply perpendicular to the
diffuser face.The DF1R discharges air evenly
across its perforated face with minimal
turbulence or induction of room air.The cool
supply air flows across the floor, gradually
filling the occupied space.
Typically installed in a stair riser, under
cabinetry, or in a wall near floor level,
the DF1R is ideal for applications calling
for discreet or seamless air delivery. This
appealing diffuser meshes seamlessly into
any décor, hidden in unobtrusive room
locations.
The superior air quality and low noise levels Opening Width
realized with the DF1R make it suitable for
theaters, classrooms, or any application
where air quality demands are high.
1.898 (48)

Opening Height
Features
• Flexible recessed installation in stair Squareness
risers, walls, or under room fixtures such **see Note**
as cabinets. 1.898” (48)
Opening Height -.125"

• Ships with protective film on face.

Construction/Finish: DF1R
Face Height =

• Equalization Baffle – Aluminum Note: Difference Between

(W)Diagonals Cannot Exceed .172"(4)
• Installation Frame – Coated Steel Face Width = . Width
• Perforated Front Panel – Coated Steel Nom. Nom
Opening Width -.125"
• Finish – B12 White (Standard) Height
For optional and special finishes see color (H)
matrix.
Options
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

Frame Cutout and Standard Optional Mud Frame

• Standard recessed frame. Mount Detail Surface Mount Detail (MF) Mount Detail
• Mud frame for plaster applications.
Fastener
Air Pattern by others

Diffuser

.828 (21)
Opening = Opening =
Install Frame Nom. Size + .125 Nom. Size + .500
Into Opening
First

Wall Detail A Detail B

Available Sizes (W x H)
Detail A Detail B
Minimum Maximum
6” x 4” 60” x 42”
(150 x 100) (1525 x 1050)

Additional Imperial and Metric sizes available.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1R Series

Performance Data — Riser Applications - Imperial Units

Unit Size Nominal Nominal Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]
∆T = 5°F ∆T = 10°F
W x H [in] Face Velocity Air Flow Pressure Pressure Criteria
DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [cfm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 13 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
24 x 4 30 20 -- -- -- 1 -- 1 --
[0.67] 40 27 -- -- -- 3 1 4 1
50 33 -- -- -- 6 2 7 3
20 20 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
24 x 6 30 30 -- -- -- 2 -- 3 --
[1] 40 40 -- -- -- 5 2 6 3
50 50 0.01 0.01 -- 7 4 8 5
20 27 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
24 x 8 30 40 -- -- -- 3 -- 4 1
[1.33] 40 53 -- -- -- 6 3 7 4
50 67 0.01 0.01 -- 9 5 10 6
20 17 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
30 x 4 30 25 -- -- -- 2 -- 3 --
[0.83] 40 33 -- -- -- 5 2 6 2
50 42 -- -- -- 7 4 8 5
20 25 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
30 x 6 30 38 -- -- -- 3 -- 4 1
[1.25] 40 50 -- -- -- 7 3 8 4
50 63 0.01 0.01 -- 9 6 10 7
20 33 -- -- -- 1 -- 1 --
30 x 8 30 50 -- -- -- 4 1 5 2
[1.67] 40 67 -- -- -- 8 4 9 5
50 83 0.01 0.01 -- 10 7 12 8
20 20 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
36 x 4 30 30 -- -- -- 3 -- 4 1
[1] 40 40 -- -- -- 6 3 7 4
50 50 0.01 0.01 -- 9 5 10 6
20 30 -- -- -- 1 -- 1 --
36 x 6 30 45 -- -- -- 5 1 5 2
[1.5] 40 60 -- -- -- 8 4 9 5
50 75 0.01 0.01 -- 11 7 12 8
20 80 -- -- -- 5 2 6 3
48 x 12 30 120 -- -- -- 10 6 11 7

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[4] 40 160 0.01 0.01 -- 13 10 15 11
50 200 0.02 0.02 -- 16 12 17 14

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1R Series

Performance Data — Riser Applications - Metric Units

Unit Size Nominal Nominal Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]
∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H [mm] Face Velocity Air Flow Pressure Pressure Criteria
DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [L/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 6 --- --- -- -- -- -- --
600 x 100 0.15 9 --- --- -- 0.3 -- 0.3 --
[0.06] 0.20 12 --- --- -- 0.9 0.3 1.2 0.3
0.25 15 --- --- -- 1.8 0.6 2.1 0.9
0.10 9 --- --- -- -- -- -- --
600 x 150 0.15 14 --- --- -- 0.6 -- 0.9 --
[0.09] 0.20 18 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 1.8 0.9
0.25 23 2.6 2.6 -- 2.1 1.2 2.4 1.5
0.10 12 --- --- -- -- -- -- --
600 x 200 0.15 18 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 1.2 0.3
[0.12] 0.20 25 --- --- -- 1.8 0.9 2.1 1.2
0.25 31 2.8 2.8 -- 2.7 1.5 3.0 1.8
0.10 8 --- --- -- -- -- -- --
750 x 100 0.15 11 --- --- -- 0.6 -- 0.9 --
[0.07] 0.20 15 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 1.8 0.6
0.25 19 --- --- -- 2.1 1.2 2.4 1.5
0.10 11 --- --- -- -- -- -- --
750 x 150 0.15 17 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 1.2 0.3
[0.11] 0.20 23 --- --- -- 2.1 0.9 2.4 1.2
0.25 29 2.8 2.7 -- 2.7 1.8 3.0 2.1
0.10 15 --- --- -- 0.3 -- 0.3 --
750 x 200 0.15 23 --- --- -- 1.2 0.3 1.5 0.6
[0.15] 0.20 31 --- --- -- 2.4 1.2 2.7 1.5
0.25 38 3.1 3.0 -- 3.0 2.1 3.7 2.4
0.10 9 --- --- -- -- -- -- --
900 x 100 0.15 14 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 1.2 0.3
[0.09] 0.20 18 --- --- -- 1.8 0.9 2.1 1.2
0.25 23 2.6 2.6 -- 2.7 1.5 3.0 1.8
0.10 14 --- --- -- 0.3 -- 0.3 --
900 x 150 0.15 21 --- --- -- 1.5 0.3 1.5 0.6
[0.13] 0.20 27 --- --- -- 2.4 1.2 2.7 1.5
0.25 34 3.0 2.9 -- 3.4 2.1 3.7 2.4
0.10 18 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 1.8 0.9
900 x 200 0.15 27 --- --- -- 3.0 1.8 3.4 2.1
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[0.18] 0.20 37 --- --- -- 4.0 3.0 4.6 3.4

0.25 46 3.2 3.2 -- 4.9 3.7 5.2 4.3

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1R Series

Performance Data — In-Wall Applications - Imperial Units

Unit Size Nominal Nominal Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]
Criteria ∆T = 5°F ∆T = 10°F
W x H [in] Face Velocity Air Flow Pressure Pressure
DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [cfm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 80 -- -- -- 3 -- 4 1
24 x 24 30 120 -- -- -- 8 4 9 5
[4] 40 160 0.01 0.01 -- 11 7 12 8
50 200 0.02 0.02 -- 14 10 15 11
20 100 -- -- -- 4 1 5 2
24 x 30 30 150 -- -- -- 9 5 10 6
[5] 40 200 0.01 0.01 -- 12 8 13 9
50 250 0.02 0.02 -- 15 11 16 12
20 120 -- -- -- 5 2 6 2
24 x 36 30 180 -- -- -- 9 6 10 7
[6] 40 240 0.01 0.01 -- 13 9 14 10
50 300 0.02 0.02 -- 16 12 17 13
20 160 -- -- -- 6 2 7 3
24 x 48 30 240 -- -- -- 11 7 12 8
[8] 40 320 0.01 0.01 -- 14 10 16 12
50 400 0.02 0.02 -- 17 13 18 15
20 100 -- -- -- 5 1 6 2
30 x 24 30 150 -- -- -- 9 6 10 7
[5] 40 200 0.01 0.01 -- 13 9 14 10
50 250 0.02 0.02 -- 16 12 17 13
20 120 -- -- -- 6 3 7 4
36 x 24 30 180 -- -- -- 11 7 12 8
[6] 40 240 0.01 0.01 -- 14 11 16 12
50 300 0.02 0.02 -- 17 13 19 15
20 160 -- -- -- 8 5 9 6
48 x 24 30 240 -- -- -- 13 9 14 10
[8] 40 320 0.01 0.01 -- 17 13 18 14
50 400 0.02 0.02 -- 20 16 21 17

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of

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2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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In-Wall Displacement Diffusers
DF1R Series

Performance Data — In-Wall Applications - Metric Units

Unit Size Nominal Nominal Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]
∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
W x H [mm] Face Velocity Air Flow Pressure Pressure Criteria
DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [L/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 37 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 1.2 0.3
600 x 600 0.15 55 --- --- -- 2.4 1.2 2.7 1.5
[0.36] 0.20 73 2.6 2.6 -- 3.4 2.1 3.7 2.4
0.25 92 4.1 4.0 -- 4.3 3.0 4.6 3.4
0.10 46 --- --- -- 1.2 0.3 1.5 0.6
600 x 750 0.15 68 --- --- -- 2.7 1.5 3.0 1.8
[0.45] 0.20 92 2.8 2.8 -- 3.7 2.4 4.0 2.7
0.25 114 4.4 4.3 -- 4.6 3.4 4.9 3.7
0.10 55 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 1.8 0.6
600 x 900 0.15 82 --- --- -- 2.7 1.8 3.0 2.1
[0.54] 0.20 110 3.0 2.9 -- 4.0 2.7 4.3 3.0
0.25 137 4.6 4.6 -- 4.9 3.7 5.2 4.0
0.10 73 --- --- -- 1.8 0.6 2.1 0.9
600 x 1200 0.15 110 --- --- -- 3.4 2.1 3.7 2.4
[0.72] 0.20 146 3.3 3.2 -- 4.3 3.0 4.9 3.7
0.25 183 5.1 5.1 -- 5.2 4.0 5.5 4.6
0.10 46 --- --- -- 1.5 0.3 1.8 0.6
750 x 600 0.15 68 --- --- -- 2.7 1.8 3.0 2.1
[0.45] 0.20 92 2.8 2.8 -- 4.0 2.7 4.3 3.0
0.25 114 4.4 4.3 -- 4.9 3.7 5.2 4.0
0.10 55 --- --- -- 1.8 0.9 2.1 1.2
900 x 600 0.15 82 --- --- -- 3.4 2.1 3.7 2.4
[0.54] 0.20 110 3.0 2.9 -- 4.3 3.4 4.9 3.7
0.25 137 4.6 4.6 -- 5.2 4.0 5.8 4.6
0.10 73 --- --- -- 2.4 1.5 2.7 1.8
1200 x 600 0.15 110 --- --- -- 4.0 2.7 4.3 3.0
[0.72] 0.20 146 3.3 3.2 -- 5.2 4.0 5.5 4.3
0.25 183 5.1 5.1 -- 6.1 4.9 6.4 5.2

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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SECTION J

Free Standing
Diffusers
Free Standing Diffusers
Price Free Standing Displacement Diffusers, models DR360 and DFXi, are Free Standing Family:
unique choices for standalone applications. The DR360 can easily be • DR360
integrated into architectural features or designed as focal points, while the • DFXi
tough construction of the DFXi makes it ideal for spaces where diffusers are
exposed to daily wear and tear, such as school gymnasiums or industrial
areas. The DFXi is available with 1, 2, 3, and 4 way air supply, making it a
versatile diffuser that can be placed in the center of a space or along a wall.

Easily integrates into Custom colors and Tough construction for

Industrial applications
architectural features perforations available active areas - DFXi

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Displacement Ventilation
Free Standing Diffusers

Product Overview

Applications
The Price Free Standing Displacement DR360
Diffusers are designed to be installed away
from the wall and provide low velocity
supply air to the space. These diffusers
provide an excellent means for architectural
integration, as either standalone features
or blended accents to columns or vertical
structures. Free standing displacement
diffusers provide an interesting architectural
feature in lobbies, atriums, and corridors as
standalone units, and can be integrated into
columns for use in large open areas. As
custom options, these diffusers can be used
as table bases and even planters.
Models and Function
The DR360 discharges air in a radial 360
degree pattern. The perforated face and
internal baffle ensure equalized airflow
across the face of the diffuser, providing low
velocity air into the room. The cool supply
air flows across the room seeking out heat
sources, and gradually rises to the high level
returns as it gains heat. DFXi
The DR360 diffuser can be ducted from
the top or the bottom, and is available
with an optional base for either ducting
configuration.
The DFXi is a free standing industrial
displacement diffuser that has up to
four active faces. Featuring a reinforced,
corrugated face for increased rigidity, the
DFXi is built for delivering air to tough
industrial environments. The perforated

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face and internal baffle ensure equalized
airflow across the face of the diffuser,
providing low velocity air into the room.
The cool supply air flows across the room
seeking out heat sources rises to the high
level returns as it gains heat, carrying up
pollutants that are lighter than air. The
DFXi is best suited for areas that have high
specific heat loads, typically greater than 40
Btu/hft2 (120 W/m2) or where pollutants are
lighter than air.

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Free Standing Displacement Diffusers
DR360 Series

Product Information

Price DR360 Series displacement diffusers

are designed to produce a low turbulence
horizontal air supply in a 360o pattern.
Typically installed free standing away from
the wall, the DR360 discharges air evenly
across its perforated face. The cool air then
drops to the floor and gently floats outward
along the floor. This appealing diffuser
meshes seamlessly into any décor and can
be installed where units are conventionally
not possible, due to architectural reasons or
room size. The superior air quality and low
noise levels realized with the DR360 make it
suitable for office space, hotels, convention
centers, schools or any application where air
quality demands are high.
Features
• Top or bottom inlet options.
• Ships with protective film
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish: DR360
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Baffle
– Aluminum
• Plenum Caps – Rolled Steel
• Perforated Face – Coated Steel
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches)
Options
Diameter Min. Height Max. Height Duct Size Range** Inlet Location
• Base
12 12 48 8 Top / Bottom
• AFSD 18 12 48 10 - 14 Top / Bottom
24 12 60 10 - 18 Top / Bottom
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Air Pattern 30 24 60 10 - 18 Top / Bottom

36 24 48 12 - 22 Top / Bottom
42 24 48 16 - 22 Top / Bottom
48 24 48 16 - 22 Top / Bottom
**Inlets available in 2” increments for Imperial Duct Sizes
Diffuser
Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
Diameter Min. Height Max. Height Duct Size Inlet Location
305 300 1200 200 Top / Bottom
457 300 1200 250, 315 Top / Bottom
610 300 1500 250, 315, 400, 500, 630 Top / Bottom
762 600 1500 250, 315, 400, 500, 630 Top / Bottom
915 600 1200 315, 400, 500, 630, 800 Top / Bottom
1067 600 1200 400, 500, 630, 800 Top / Bottom
1219 600 1200 400, 500, 630, 800, 1000 Top / Bottom
For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals

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Free Standing Displacement Diffusers
DR360 Series

Performance Data — Floor Mounted — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
Dia. x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 270 -- -- -- 3 2 4 3
18 x 36 30 405 0.02 0.01 -- 4 3 6 4
14
[13.5] 40 540 0.04 0.02 -- 5 3 7 5
50 675 0.06 0.03 -- 6 4 9 6
20 361 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 3
24 x 36 30 541 0.03 0.01 -- 4 3 6 4
[18.04] 14
40 722 0.05 0.02 -- 5 3 7 5
50 902 0.08 0.04 17 6 4 9 6
20 452 0.02 -- -- 3 2 4 3
30 x 36 30 678 0.04 0.01 -- 4 3 6 4
14
[22.59] 40 904 0.07 0.02 16 5 3 7 5
50 1130 0.11 0.04 23 6 4 9 6
20 363 0.01 -- -- 4 3 6 4
18 x 48 30 545 0.03 0.01 -- 5 4 8 6
14
[18.16] 40 726 0.05 0.02 -- 7 5 10 7
50 908 0.08 0.04 -- 8 6 12 8
20 486 0.02 -- -- 4 3 6 4
24 x 48 30 728 0.04 0.01 -- 5 4 8 6
14
[24.28] 40 971 0.07 0.02 16 7 5 10 7
50 1214 0.11 0.03 24 8 6 12 8
20 608 0.02 -- -- 4 3 6 4
30 x 48 30 912 0.04 0.01 -- 5 4 8 6
16
[30.39] 40 1216 0.07 0.02 16 7 5 10 7
50 1520 0.10 0.03 23 8 6 12 8
20 610 0.02 -- -- 5 3 7 5
24 x 60 30 915 0.04 0.01 -- 7 5 10 7
16
[30.51] 40 1220 0.07 0.02 -- 9 6 13 9
50 1525 0.10 0.03 22 11 7 16 11
20 764 0.02 -- -- 5 3 7 5
30 x 60 30 1146 0.03 -- -- 7 5 10 7
18
[38.2] 40 1528 0.06 0.01 -- 9 6 13 9
50 1910 0.10 0.02 23 11 7 16 11
20 543 0.01 -- -- 3 2 4 3
36 x 36 30 814 0.02 0.01 -- 4 3 6 4
18

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[27.14] 40 1086 0.04 0.02 -- 5 4 8 5
50 1357 0.07 0.03 -- 7 5 10 7
20 730 0.01 -- -- 4 3 6 4
36 x 48 30 1095 0.03 0.01 -- 5 4 8 6
20
[36.51] 40 1461 0.05 0.02 -- 7 5 10 7
50 1826 0.07 0.03 16 8 6 12 8
20 850 0.01 -- -- 4 3 6 4
48 x 42 30 1275 0.03 -- -- 5 4 8 6
20
[42.5] 40 1700 0.05 0.02 -- 7 5 10 7
50 2125 0.08 0.03 21 8 6 12 8
20 975 0.01 -- -- 4 3 6 4
20 30 1463 0.03 -- -- 5 4 8 6
48 x 48 40 1950 0.06 0.01 18 7 5 10 7
[48.75] 30 1463 0.03 -- -- 5 4 8 6
22 40 1950 0.05 0.02 -- 7 5 10 7
50 2438 0.08 0.02 20 8 6 12 8

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Free Standing Displacement Diffusers
DR360 Series

Performance Data — Floor Mounted — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
Dia. x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 125 3.2 -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.9
457 x 900 0.15 188 7.2 3.7 -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
315
[1.23] 0.20 251 12.8 6.6 -- 1.5 0.9 2.1 1.5
0.25 313 20.0 10.2 -- 1.8 1.2 2.7 1.8
0.10 168 -- -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.9
610 x 900 0.15 251 5.3 2.9 -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
400
[1.65] 0.20 335 9.4 5.2 -- 1.5 0.9 2.1 1.5
0.25 419 14.8 8.1 -- 1.8 1.2 2.7 1.8
0.10 210 3.1 -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.9
762 x 900 0.15 315 7.0 3.2 -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
400
[2.06] 0.20 420 12.4 5.7 -- 1.5 0.9 2.1 1.5
0.25 524 19.3 8.9 16 1.8 1.2 2.7 1.8
0.10 168 -- -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
457 x 1200 0.15 253 5.4 2.9 -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.8
400
[1.66] 0.20 337 9.5 5.2 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 421 14.9 8.1 -- 2.4 1.8 3.7 2.4
0.10 226 3.3 -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
610 x 1200 0.15 338 7.5 3.2 -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.8
400
[2.22] 0.20 451 13.4 5.6 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 564 20.9 8.8 17 2.4 1.8 3.7 2.4
0.10 282 4.1 -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
762 x 1200 0.15 423 9.3 2.5 -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.8
400
[2.78] 0.20 564 16.6 4.5 16 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 706 25.9 7.0 24 2.4 1.8 3.7 2.4
0.10 284 4.2 -- -- 1.5 0.9 2.1 1.5
610 x 1500 0.15 425 9.4 -- -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
400
[2.79] 0.20 567 16.7 4.4 -- 2.7 1.8 4.0 2.7
0.25 709 26.0 6.9 22 3.4 2.1 4.9 3.4
0.10 355 3.1 -- -- 1.5 0.9 2.1 1.5
762 x 1500 0.15 532 7.0 2.6 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
500
[3.49] 0.20 709 12.4 4.6 -- 2.7 1.8 4.0 2.7
0.25 887 19.4 7.1 17 3.4 2.1 4.9 3.4
0.10 252 -- -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.9
915 x 900 0.15 378 4.8 2.5 -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
500
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[2.48] 0.20 505 8.5 4.5 -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.5

0.25 631 13.2 7.0 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.10 339 3.0 -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
915 x 1200 0.15 509 6.7 2.6 -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.8
500
[3.34] 0.20 679 11.9 4.7 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 848 18.5 7.3 17 2.4 1.8 3.7 2.4
0.10 395 3.4 -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
1219 x 1050 0.15 592 7.7 -- -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.8
500
[3.88] 0.20 789 13.7 4.0 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 986 21.4 6.2 22 2.4 1.8 3.7 2.4
0.10 453 -- -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.8 1.2
0.15 679 5.1 -- -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.8
1219 x 1200 0.20 905 9.1 4.0 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
630
[4.46] 0.15 679 5.1 -- -- 1.5 1.2 2.4 1.8
0.20 905 9.1 4.0 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 1132 14.2 6.3 -- 2.4 1.8 3.7 2.4

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Free Standing Displacement Diffusers
DFXi Series

Product Information

Price DFXi displacement diffusers are

designed to supply fresh air directly to
the occupants and equipment within an
industrial or high traffic space. The DFXi
diffuser is constructed with support mullions
on 12” increments and utilizes a corrugated
face for increased rigidity.
The DFXi is suitable for high traffic and
high user areas such as gymnasiums or
any industrial environment where large air
volumes may be required and air quality is
a concern. Due to the strength and rigidity
of this diffuser it is also a good choice for
gymnasiums and other public spaces. The
DFXi is available in 1, 2, 3, or 4 way discharge
patterns.
Features
• Floor mounted.
• Corrugated face for added rigidity.
• Mullions at every 12” (305 mm) for
increased strength. Nom. - .125 (3) 1.202 (30)
• Large air volumes.
• Variable height to meet airflow.
requirements: 12” (305 mm) to 96”
(2438mm) in 1” (25 mm) increments.
• Can be used in non-industrial Widths (w) Height
applications such as school in 12" (305) in 1" (25)
gymnasiums. increments increments
• Ships with protective film
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish: DFXi
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Baffle Widths (w) in Mullion at every 12" (305)

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– Aluminum 12" (305) increments
• Side, Top, and Bottom Panels – Steel
• Perforated Panels – Corrugated Steel
Inactive Inactive
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
Inactive
Inactive

For optional and special finishes see color

matrix.
Inactive Inactive Inactive Inactive
Options
• 1, 2, 3, or 4 active sides. 1 Way 2 Way 2 Way 3 Way
(opposite) (adjacent)
• Forklift arm supports.
Standard Size Range: W x W x H*
Air Pattern Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm)
Minimum
12 x 12 x 12 (305 x 305 x 305) 4 Way
Maximum
Diffuser 12 x 12 x 12 (1219 x 1219 x 2438)
*Note: Square units only

Sample Sizes - Imperial (inches) Sample Sizes - Metric (mm)

WxH Inlet WxH Inlet
24 x 36 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 (610 x 914) 250, 315, 400, 500
36 x 60 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32 (914 x 1524) 400, 500, 630, 800
48 x 60 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 (1219 x 1524) 630, 800, 1000
48 x 72 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 (1219 x 1829) 630, 800, 1000
For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals

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DFXi Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size (W x H) Face Area Inlet Size Face Velocity Airflow Total Pressure Static Pressure Noise Criteria
[in] [ft2] [in] [fpm] [cfm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.]
40 927 0.04 0.01 --
24 x 36 23.17 16 70 1622 0.12 0.03 32
100 2317 0.24 0.06 44
40 2350 0.08 0.03 24
36 x 60 58.75 22 70 4113 0.23 0.08 43
100 5875 0.48 0.17 55
40 3133 0.05 0.01 28
48 x 60 78.33 28 70 5483 0.15 0.04 47
100 7833 0.30 0.09 59
40 3773 0.04 0.01 30
48 x 72 94.33 32 70 6603 0.12 0.03 49
100 9433 0.25 0.07 61

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and Pressure Drop tested in accordance with 4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a room 7. Please refer to www.priceindustries.com for more
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011) “Method of Testing absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. information on this product.
for Rating the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 5. Blanks (--) indicate an NC below 15 or a Pressure below 8. Performance data for diffusers not listed above is available
2. Airflow is in cubic feet per minute, CFM. 0.01 in.wg. by contacting [email protected].
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in.wg. 6. Data for the DFXi is presented for 4-way air flow only.
For 1, 2, or 3 way airflow, pressure drop and NC will be
less than the cataloged value at the same face velocity.
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

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SECTION J

Floor Mounted
Displacement
Diffusers
Floor Mounted Diffusers
Price Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers create a horizontal, low
turbulence displacement flow that achieves a high comfort level for the Floor Mounted Family:
occupants. Price Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers can be installed in • RFDD/ARFHD
raised floors or concrete slabs, and are ideally suited for high ‘churn’ spaces • DFG
such as offices, theaters, churches, lobbies, and other large public spaces • DFGL
such as casinos and libraries, which see a continual movement of people.

Permits individual flow

Easy to install Integrates into architectual design
control (model RFDD)

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Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers
Application Guide

Product Overview

Application
RFDD/ARFHD
The Price Floor Mounted Displacement
Diffusers have been designed for use in
displacement systems utilizing a raised
floor design, and, for some products,
recessed installation in concrete floors.
The Price line of Displacement Floor
Mounted Diffusers provide an excellent
means for the efficient, attractive, and
safe supply of air through underfloor
systems. Displacement systems offer
superior indoor air quality when compared
to traditional mixing systems, and provide
potential for large energy savings. A
number of different accessories and
mounting options are available to suit a
wide range of applications.
DFG
Models and Function
The RFDD/ARFHD is a round floor
displacement diffuser that is designed for
use where non-turbulent horizontal flow is
required. The face is designed to provide
this displacement-like flow by using narrow
slots arranged in a star pattern with a central
perforated section. Instead of mixing the
room air, the low velocity supply air moves
along the floor towards heat sources where
it is drawn up by thermal plumes, providing
a constant supply of clean, conditioned air
to the occupant. Due to this low velocity,
non-mixing supply air, diffusers can be DFGL
placed within 12” (300mm) of occupants
with little to no discomfort.
Two material choices are available for these

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round floor diffusers; one is a fire rated
polymer (RFDD), the other is an aluminum
core with a galvanized basket (ARFHD). The
polymer diffusers are UL2043 certified,
meeting NFPA90A code requirements.
The Price DFG displacement floor diffusers
create a horizontal flow, discharging air
evenly across the face of the grille while
providing minimal induction of room air.
This air pattern is achieved by the fixed,
In applications where more flexibility
30-degree deflection face blades and rear
in a grille is required, the DFGL linear
mounted adjustable directional vanes.
displacement floor grille can provide a
Fixed blades can be set for 1 or 2 way
good solution. Where the DFG only has one
discharge patterns to suit the specific
size and one core style available, multiple
application. Typically, the DFG is placed in
core styles as well as lengths from 12”-
the center of a raised floor or floor tiles,
72” (300mm-1829mm) and widths from
but can also be positioned in floor cavities
6”-12” (150mm - 300mm) can be ordered
or sills. A nominal size of 10 ½” x 10 ½”
with the DFGL. All core styles feature fixed
(267mm x 267mm) fits perfectly between
blades and have adjustable directional
floor pedestals and ties in seamlessly
rear vanes. The cool supply air leaves the
in other applications due to its small
diffuser evenly at a low velocity to move
dimensions.
slowly across the floor, searching for heat
sources before being exhausted through
high level returns.

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Application Guide

Product Overview

Accessories and Options – Round Floor

Diffusers RFB
There are a variety of baskets available for
the round floor diffusers. The purpose of
these baskets is to provide even distribution
of supply air through the diffuser while
preventing a sight line through to the
building floor. The basket also catches
debris that may fall through the diffuser. This
decreases housekeeping; the core is simply
removed to allow vacuuming and cleaning
of the basket. All baskets are constructed of
UL 2043 certified black engineered polymer.
Other functions are incorporated depending
on the basket chosen.
Some applications require that underfloor
diffusers be duct mounted, typically to fan
power terminal units, for use in spaces
with variable occupancy. The RFB, round
floor boot allows for direct ducting of the Zip Clip
Price round floor diffusers for supply of
constant volume heating and VAV cooling,
or constant volume supply. The RFB is
mounted underneath the floor tile holding
the round floor diffuser and contains a 6”
or 8” connection inlet.
Mounting
The Zip Clip is a simple patented method for
installing Price Round Floor Diffusers. The
advantage of this mounting method is that
everything can be done from the room side
and installation only takes a few seconds.
Some other installation methods, such as
spring retainers and threaded nuts, take
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considerably longer. For installing with the

zip clips, place the diffuser ring into the floor.
The rings are then slid into their channels.
This sandwiches the floor between the top
of the ring and the clip. The core can now
be locked into place in the ring, effectively
securing the entire assembly.
Price rectangular and square floor
diffusers have the option of ‘A’ mounting
with countersunk screw fastening or ‘B’
mounting for spring clip installation. ‘A’
mounting secures the grille to the floor so
that the grille will not move around, even
when being stepped on by occupants. ‘B’
mounting provides a clean look from the
room side as there are no visible fasteners.

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Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers
RFDD/ARFHD Series

Product Information

Price RFDD floor displacement diffusers

are ideal for use where low induction floor
level flow is required. The diffuser slots
discharge air in a displacement manner,
horizontally across the floor, where it is
drawn to heat loads and transports heat
and contaminants up to the return grilles
in the ceiling.
Price ARFHD floor displacement diffusers,
are used where low mixing, horizontal flow
is required.The diffuser slots discharge air in
a displacement manner, horizontally across
the floor, where it can absorb the heat load
and rise to the return grilles in the ceiling.
These diffusers create a horizontal flow
using narrow slots arranged in a star pattern
Internal
with a perforated section in the center to Internal Adjustable Air Flow
resist induction of room air. This generates Limiting
Limiting Device Detail
a low turbulence flow with low velocities
to minimize draft when located near seated
occupants. This low level discharge is ideal
for supplying cool air across the floor of
the room and allowing it to rise as the heat
load from people and electrical equipment . AIR FLOW
MIN

is absorbed. The 8” (200 mm) diameter B

diffusers can be placed within 24” (610 mm)

of a seated occupant while maintaining a
draft rate of less than 10% according to
ASHRAE 55-2013.
Features
• Fire rated engineered polymer (RFDD)
meets NFPA90A requirements.
• Aluminum core and ring (ARFHD). W

• Optional variable air volume basket

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MI
N . AI
R FLOW

(DBV) for non-ducted VAV applications.

• Core is ready for installation in stepped
bore installation. Optional ring press
fit and ring law allow for insertion in
through-bore floor tiles.
• Complete range of accessory baskets, Available Sizes - Imperial (inches) Metric (mm)
dampers, fasteners, etc. Standard Basket:
RFDD ARFDD
• Discharge air volume is adjustable at the 8 (200) 8 (200) • DBA = Distributor basket with face adjustable damper
diffuser face without removing diffuser
Optional Baskets:
from the floor. Minimum air flow is Basket Height - Imperial (inches) • B = Distributor basket no damper (5" high)
adjustable from 0% to 50% of maximum
Type E F • DB = Distributor basket with damper.
air flow. B 5.75” 5.00” • BS = Short distributor basket with no damper (2” high).
• Diffuser face has positive interlock, DB 5.75” 5.00” • DBS = Short basket with damper (2" high).
reducing the potential for accidental DBA 5.75” 5.00”
adjustment of diffusers. • DBAS = Short basket with face adjustable damper
BS 2.75” 2.00”
(2" high).
Finish DBS 2.75” 2.00”
• DBV = Variable volume basket see Page I61.
• RFDD - Dusty Gray or Black DBAS 2.75” 2.00”
• ARFDD - Aluminum DBV 7.27” 6.45”

Basket Height - Metric (mm) Diffuser & Mounting Ring - Imperial (inches)

Type E F Size (in) A B* C

B 146 127 8 7.810” 9 1/16” 8 7/16”
DB 146 127 *RFDD only.
DBA 146 127
Diffuser & Mounting Ring - Metric (mm)
BS 70 51
DBS 70 51 Size (mm) A B* C
DBAS 70 51 8 198 230 214
DBV 185 164 *RFDD only.

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RFDD/ARFHD Series

Performance Data - Imperial Units

Pressure
0.03 0.04 0.05 0.06 0.07 0.08 0.09 0.10 0.11 0.12
(in. w.g.)
Air Flow (cfm) 27 32 37 41 45 49 53 57 60 64
No basket
Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - - 16
DB Basket Damper Air Flow (cfm) 27 33 37 41 45 49 53 56 59 62
Full Open Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - 16 18
Air Flow (cfm) 26 31 35 39 43 47 50 54 57 60
DBV 100% open
Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - 16 17
DBS Basket Air Flow (cfm) 27 31 36 40 44 47 51 54 57 60
No Damper Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - 15 16
6" RBC Collar Air Flow (cfm) 28 33 37 42 45 49 52 56 59 62
No Damper (ducted) Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - - 16
RFB 8" Inlet Damper Air Flow (cfm) 28 33 37 41 45 49 52 56 59 62
Full Open (ducted) Sound (NC) - - - - - - - 16 18 19

Performance Notes:
1. Units are tested in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011). 8. All RFB data tested with damper fully open where applicable.
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. 9. DB applies to B, DB, and DBA baskets.
3. SP - Static pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g.
RFDD - Insertion Loss
4. NC levels are based on a room absorption of 10 dB, re10-12 watts and one diffuser.
5. Blanks (--) signifies individual diffusers have been lab tested and verified to achieve Octave Band 2 3 4 5 6 7
noise levels below NC-15 in accordance with ASHRAE-70. Center Frequency (Hz) 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
6. Ducted indicates the Basket is direct ducted to a supply source. Loss (dB) 1 0 2 3 5 6
7. Plenum indicates the Basket is sourced from a pressurized plenum.

Performance Data - Metric Units

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Pressure (Pa) 7 10 12 15 17 20 22 25 27 30
Air Flow (L/s) 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 28 30
No basket
Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - - 16
DB Basket Damper Full Air Flow (L/s) 13 15 18 20 21 23 25 26 28 29
Open Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - 16 18
Air Flow (L/s) 12 14 17 19 20 22 24 25 27 28
DBV 100% open
Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - 16 17
Air Flow (L/s) 13 15 17 19 21 22 24 26 27 28
DBS Basket No Damper
Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - 15 16
6" RBC Collar No Air Flow (L/s) 13 16 18 20 21 23 25 26 28 29
Damper (ducted) Sound (NC) - - - - - - - - - 16
RFB 8" Inlet Damper Full Air Flow (L/s) 13 15 18 19 21 23 25 26 28 29
Open (ducted) Sound (NC) - - - - - - - 16 18 19

Performance Notes:
1. Units are tested in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011). 8. All RFB data tested with damper fully open where applicable.
2. Air flow is in liters per second, L/s. 9. DB applies to B, DB, and DBA baskets.
3. SP - Static pressure is in Pascals, Pa.
RFDD - Insertion Loss
4. NC levels are based on a room absorption of 10 dB, re10-12 watts and one diffuser.
5. Blanks (--) signifies individual diffusers have been lab tested and verified to achieve Octave Band 2 3 4 5 6 7
noise levels below NC-15 in accordance with ASHRAE-70. Center Frequency (Hz) 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000
6. Ducted indicates the Basket is direct ducted to a supply source. Loss (dB) 1 0 2 3 5 6
7. Plenum indicates the Basket is sourced from a pressurized plenum.

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RFDD/ARFHD Series

Performance Data - Imperial Units

Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Unit Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
Dia. [in] [cfm] DR DR
15% 20% 15% 20%
20 -- -- -- --
8” 30 -- -- -- --
RFDD/ARFHD 40 -- -- -- --
50 -- -- -- --

Performance Notes:
1. ∆T is the under-temperature which is the difference between the room air temperature 4. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of 25 people/1000 ft2, which is the
3 1/2 ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. default occupancy density for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2013.
2. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet to occupant in order to achieve For other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room Designer Software.
the listed DR value.
3. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied (PPD) due to draft. A value of less
than 20 meets the requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2013, Thermal Environmental
Conditions for Human Occupancy.

Performance Data - Metric Units

Proximity to Outlet [m]

Unit Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
Dia. [mm] [L/s] DR DR
15% 20% 15% 20%
9 -- -- -- --
200 mm 14 -- -- -- --
RFDD/ARFHD 19 -- -- -- --
24 -- -- -- --

Performance Notes:

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
1. ∆T is the under-temperature which is the difference between the room air temperature 4. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of 25 people/100 m2, which is the
1 meter above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. default occupancy density for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2013.
2. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet to occupant in order to achieve For other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room Designer Software.
the listed DR value.
3. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied (PPD) due to draft. A value of less
than 20 meets the requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2013, Thermal Environmental
Conditions for Human Occupancy.

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Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DFGL Series

Product Information
Price DFGL displacement floor grilles
provide a uniform low velocity flow into a
space, with minimal turbulence or induction
of room air. Best suited for linear perimeter
applications, the DFGL may be installed with
a continuous or segmented look and is
typically used in raised floors, floor cavities,
or on the top of sills. The cool supply air
flows across the floor and gradually fills the
occupied space. The superior air quality and
low noise levels associated with the DFGL
make it suitable for office spaces, places of
worship, galleries, museums, schools, or
any application that demands a comfortable,
quiet space.
Features
• Extruded aluminum frame with
reinforcing support bars.
• 1 or 2 way discharge patterns.
• Variety of core styles and fasteners.
• Integrated equalization baffle. 2 5/32"
• Ships with protective film on face. (55)
• Pencil proofs models available: Support Bar
examples 25C, 26C, 27C.
Options Perforated Baffle
Outside Stack = Nom. Size - 1/8" (3)
• 3 flanged frames available: Type 750,
Opening = Nom. Size
1000, 1250.
• Fastening options:
Available Core Styles
• ”A” Fastening: countersunk screws
(Frames 1000 and 1250). 15A 15B 16A 16B
0° Deflection 0° Deflection 15° Deflection 15° Deflection
• “B” Fastening - spring clips. 1/4" (6) Spacing 1/2" (13) Spacing 1/4" (6) Spacing 1/2" (13) Spacing
• ”0” Fastening - no holes.
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• ”H” Fastening - straight holes

(Frame 750).
• Multiple core styles available.
• Optional black perforated baffle. 25B 25C 26B 26C
0° Deflection 0° Deflection 15° Deflection 15° Deflection
Construction/Finish 1/2" (13) Spacing 7/16" (11) Spacing 1/2" (13) Spacing 7/16" (11) Spacing

• Extruded Frame with Reinforcing

Support Bars – Aluminum
• Extruded Core – Aluminum
• Pressed Core Construction
27B 27C Nom. Size + B
• Perforated Baffle – Aluminum 30° Deflection 30° Deflection
1/2" (13) Spacing 7/16" (11) Spacing A
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes please see
color matrix. 2 1/8"
(54)
Available Sizes
Length: Minimum 12” (300 mm).
Maximum 72” (1829 mm) per
section. Nom. Size - 1/8" (3)
Opening = Nom. Size
Width: Minimum 6” (150 mm). Flanged Mount Detail - Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm)
Maximum 12” (305 mm). Frame Dimension A Dimension B
Multiple section lengths are provided with 750 3 1/4 (19) 1 1/8 (29)
alignment splice plates. 1000 1 (25) 1 5/8 (41)
Air Pattern 1250 1 1/4 (32) 2 1/8 (54)

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DFGL Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Proximity to Outlet (ft)

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise
Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
L x W (in.) Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
(cfm) DR DR
[Face Area (ft2)] (fpm) (in. w.g.) (in. w.g.) (NC)
15% 20% 15% 20%
20 38 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
24 x 12 30 57 -- --- -- -- -- -- --
[1.9] 40 76 0.01 0.01 -- -- -- -- --
50 95 0.02 0.02 -- -- -- 1 --
20 77 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
48 x 12 30 115 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
[3.8] 40 154 0.01 0.01 -- -- -- 3 --
50 192 0.02 0.02 -- -- -- 4 1
20 116 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
72 x 12 30 173 -- -- -- -- -- 4 1
[5.8] 40 231 -- -- -- 2 -- 5 2
50 289 0.01 0.01 -- 3 -- 8 4

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011) “Method of Testing to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
for Rating the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000 ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2013. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2013, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

Performance Data — Metric Units

Proximity to Outlet (m)

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise
Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
L. x W (mm) Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
(L/s) DR DR
[Face Area (m2)] (m/s) (Pa) (Pa) (NC)
15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 19 - - - -- -- -- --
600 x 300 0.15 28 - - - -- -- -- --
[0.19] 0.20 38 2 2 - -- -- -- --
0.25 47 5 5 - -- -- 0.3 --
0.10 38 - - - -- -- -- --
1200 x 300 0.15 57 - - - -- -- 0.3 --
[0.37] 0.20 76 2 2 - -- -- 0.9 --
0.25 94 5 5 - -- -- 1.2 0.3
0.10 57 - - - -- -- 0.3 --
1825 x 300 0.15 85 - - - -- -- 1.2 0.3
[0.56] 0.20 113 - - - 0.6 -- 1.5 0.6
0.25 142 2 2 - 0.9 -- 2.4 1.2

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011) “Method of Testing to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
for Rating the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100 m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2013. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2013, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DFG Series

Product Information
The Price DFG floor diffusers create a
horizontal flow using fixed extruded face
blades and adjustable directional rear vanes.
The DFG can be used anywhere round floor
diffusers are applied, such as raised floors
or floor cavities. The DFG discharges air
to the space evenly across the face of the
grille with minimal turbulence or induction
of room air. The cool supply air flows across
the floor and gradually fills the occupied
space. The superior air quality and low
noise levels realized with the DFG make it
suitable for office spaces, churches, galleries
and museums, schools, or any application
where air quality demands are high.
Features
• Grille face: 30-degree deflection pencil
proof, 7/16" blade spacing in 1 or 2 way 1 Way Core (27C-1W)
discharge patterns: (27C-1W and 27C-
7/16" 3/16" [5]
2W cores). Nom. Size + B
• Standard directional vanes to spread air [11]
A
from diffuser face.
1 1/8"
• Integrated equalization baffle. [28]
• Removable core with core clips.
• Ships with protective film on face. 2 1/8"
Pattern
Options [54]
• Three flanged frames availableP: Type 2 Way Core (27C-2W)
750, 1000, 1250.
7/16" 3/16" [5]
• Fastening options:
[11]
• ”A” Fastening: countersunk screws
(frames 1000 and 1250). Nom. Size - 1/8" [3]
1 1/8"
• “B” Fastening - spring clips. [28] Nom. Size = Opening
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• ”0” Fastening - no holes.

• ”H” Fastening - straight holes Pattern
(frame 750).
• 2 Standard core options:
Nominal Size - (inches)/Metric (mm)
27C-1W, 27C-2W.
Construction/Finish 10 1/2 x 10 1/2 (267 x 267)
• Grille Frames, Core, Supports, and
Flanged Mount Detail - Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm)
Directional Vanes – Extruded Aluminum
• Equalization Baffle – Aluminum Frame Dimension A Dimension B
750 3 1/4 (19) 1 1/8 (29)
• Finish - B12 White (Standard)
1000 1 (25) 1 5/8 (41)
For optional and special finishes please see 1250 1 1/4 (32) 2 1/8 (54)
color matrix.

Air Pattern

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DFG Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
L x W [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 14 -- -- -- 1 -- 2 1
10 1/2 x 10 1/2 30 21 -- -- -- 2 1 2 1
[0.71] 40 28 -- -- -- 2 1 3 2
50 36 -- -- -- 2 1 3 2

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011) “Method of Testing to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
for Rating the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2013. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2013, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
L x W [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 7 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 0.6 0.3
267 x 267 0.15 10 -- -- -- 0.6 0.3 0.6 0.3
[0.066] 0.20 13 -- -- -- 0.6 0.3 0.9 0.6
0.25 17 -- -- -- 0.6 0.3 0.9 0.6

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Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011) “Method of Testing to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
for Rating the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2013. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2013, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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SECTION J

Ceiling Mounted
Displacement
Diffusers
Ceiling Mounted Diffusers
Price Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers provide high quality air to Ceiling Mounted Family:
the occupied zone with superior thermal comfort while maximizing • DF1L
available floor space. These diffusers discharge low velocity air across a • DF1L-HC
perforated face. The cool supply air naturally falls to the floor where it • DR90H
slowly spreads across a room, seeking out heat sources. Price Ceiling • DR360-DH
Mounted displacement diffusers are suitable for varied applications such
as offices, classrooms, corridors, and even industrial applications.

Hot Air Cool Air

Linear slot for Industrial crossover – Easy integration into standard

Maximizes floor space
heating – DF1L-HC DR360-DH ceilings – DF1L & DF1L-HC

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Displacement Ventilation
Ceiling Mounted Diffusers

Product Overview

Application
DF1L
The Price Ceiling Mounted Displacement
Diffusers have been designed for easy
integration with standard ceilings. The Price
line of Ceiling Mounted Diffusers provide an
excellent means for the efficient, attractive,
and safe supply of air in a number of different
applications. Displacement systems offer
superior indoor air quality when compared
to traditional mixing systems and provide
potential for large energy savings.
Models/Function
The DF1L integrates seamlessly into a
standard suspended ceiling system. These
diffusers are ideal for displacement retrofits
where there is no room for floor or wall DF1L-HC
mounted displacement diffusers and the
associated ductwork. The DF1L simply
lays in to the T-bar grid as a conventional
ceiling diffuser would. Due to its design, the
air is discharged at a low velocity in a cool
column of air with little to no entrainment of
room air. This supply air pools on the floor,
gradually filling the space and seeking out
heat sources. Due to the ease of installation
and integration with typical construction,
the Price model DF1L lends itself to a wide
array of applications, including offices,
classrooms, conference rooms, corridors, or
any application where air quality demands
are high and floor space is limited.
For applications requiring moderate heat as
well as cooling capabilities, the DF1L–HC DR90H DR360-DH
is the ideal choice. The DF1L–HC provides

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the unique flexibility to change the diffuser
discharge pattern depending on the supply
temperature. During cooling, the air is
discharged at a low velocity across the
perforated face, slowly falling to the floor. In
heating mode, the DF1L-HC discharges high
velocity air through a linear slot. This slot is
positioned to blow horizontally towards the
perimeter, conditioning the exterior walls/
windows. This diffuser is ideal for use in
perimeter applications where conditioning
of exterior glass is required.
The DR90H is a 90-degree rounded diffuser
designed for use along ceiling corners. The DR360-DH provides a full 360-degree
These diffusers use the patent pending radial pattern, discharging air evenly across
Rail-Mounting System, and are designed the entire face. These diffusers have been
for installation on plaster or drywall. The adapted such that they install directly to
DR90H is available with solid or perforated ducts, freeing up floor space. Due to the
duct covers for a continuous look, and can large surface area, these diffusers are well
also be used in series connections. The suited to industrial applications where large
DR90H is suitable for use in areas such as volumes of air are required, but occupant
kitchens, corridors, offices, and classrooms. comfort and high indoor air quality are also
considerations. The DR360DH can also be
used effectively in large commercial spaces
with relatively high ceilings, such as casinos
and stages.

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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1L Series

Product Information
Price DF1L Series displacement diffusers
are designed to produce a 1 way low
velocity air supply from a suspended ceiling
installation. The DF1L discharges air evenly
across the perforated face with minimal
turbulence or induction of room air.The cool
supply air flows from the ceiling down to the
floor level and gradually fills the space. The
DF1L is designed to be installed in a standard
suspended ceiling, freeing up valuable floor
space and reducing ducting.The superior air
quality and low noise levels make the DF1L
suitable for offices, classrooms, theaters,
hotels, or any application where air quality
demands are high and there is limited floor
space.
Features
• Suspended ceiling installation.
• Ships with protective film
on face and inlet. Nom. Width
Construction/Finish: DF1L - 2.170 [55]
• Equalization Baffle – Aluminum
• Perforated Front Panel and Diffuser
Frame – Coated Steel
• Plenum – Coated Steel Nom. Dia
• Finish – B12 White (Standard) -.125 [3]
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Air Pattern
Diffuser
Nom. Length
- 2.170 [55]
Nom. Length
1.198 [30]
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

Standard
Suspended
T-Bar Ceiling

3.750 [95]

Nom. Width DF1L

Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)

WXL Duct WXL Duct
12 x 24 6, 8 300 x 600 160, 200
24 x 24 8, 10, 12 600 x 600 200, 250, 315
12 x 48 6, 8 300 x 1200 160, 200
24 x 48 8, 10, 12 600 x 1200 200, 250, 315
24 x 72 8, 10, 12, 14 600 x 1800 200, 250, 315, 400

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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1L Series

Performance Data — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
W x L [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 25 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
12 x 24 30 38 0.01 0.01 -- -- -- 1 --
6
[1.26] 40 50 0.02 0.02 -- 1 -- 2 1
50 63 0.04 0.03 -- 2 -- 3 1
20 60 -- -- -- 0 -- -- --
24 x 24 30 90 0.02 0.02 -- 1 -- 2 --
8
[2.99] 40 120 0.03 0.03 -- 2 -- 3 1
50 150 0.05 0.04 15 3 1 4 2
20 129 0.01 0.01 -- 1 -- 3 1
24 x 48 30 193 0.03 0.03 -- 3 1 5 2
10
[6.45] 40 258 0.06 0.05 21 5 2 6 4
50 322 0.09 0.07 27 6 4 7 5

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

Performance Data — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C

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W x L [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 12 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
300 x 600 0.15 18 2.60 -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
160
[0.11] 0.20 24 4.62 3.78 -- 0.3 -- 0.6 0.3
0.25 30 7.22 5.90 -- 0.6 -- 0.9 0.3
0.10 28 -- -- -- 0.0 -- -- --
600 x 600 0.15 42 5.23 4.14 -- 0.3 -- 0.6 --
200
[0.27] 0.20 56 9.30 7.36 -- 0.6 -- 0.9 0.3
0.25 71 14.53 11.50 16 0.9 0.3 1.2 0.6
0.10 61 3.93 3.00 -- 0.3 -- 0.9 0.3
600 x 1200 0.15 91 8.84 6.76 -- 0.9 0.3 1.5 0.6
250
[0.58] 0.20 122 15.71 12.02 21 1.5 0.6 1.8 1.2
0.25 152 24.55 18.78 28 1.8 1.2 2.1 1.5

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DF1L-HC Series

Product Information Nom. Inlet Length - .125

6.000
Price DF1L-HC displacement diffusers
are intended for mounting in a suspended
9.250 8.500
ceiling installation for applications requiring
both cooling and heating. The diffuser is 1.198
designed to produce a vertical low velocity
displacement air pattern when supplying
Nom. Width- 0.230
cool air or an adjustable high velocity
pattern when supplying heated air. The
diffuser switches from cooling to heating
mode or vice versa with an electric or
thermal actuator. When the DF1L-HC is in
cooling mode it discharges air evenly across
CL
the perforated face with minimal turbulence
or induction of room air. The cool air falls
slowly to the floor and gradually fills the
space. When the DF1L-HC is in heating
mode, it discharges air parallel to the face
towards the perimeter with a high velocity Nom. Length- 0.230 2.439
jet. The superior air quality and low noise
Nom. Inlet Length - .125
levels make the DF1L-HC suitable for offices,
classrooms or any application where air
quality demands are high, but there is
minimal floor space and a requirement for Nom. Inlet Length - .125 Electric Actuator Wiring Connection
both cooling and overhead heating. 6.000
Features
• Suspended ceiling installation. 9.250 8.500
• Dual plenum facilitates heat-cool 1.198
changeover.
• Heating provided by standard
1” (25 mm) custom flow (AS) slot Nom. Width- 0.230

Orange
Violet
diffuser with adjustable pattern
controls. Red
• Ships with protective film on face and
inlet.
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

Construction/Finish CL
• Equalization Baffle – Aluminum
Violet = Clockwise
• Perforated Front Panel and Diffuser Frame Cooling Mode
– Coated Steel
Orange = Counterclockwise
• Plenum – Coated Steel Heating Mode
• Pattern Controllers – Steel Nom. Length- 0.230 2.439 Red = Ground
• Finish – B12 White (Standard) Nom. Inlet Length - .125

Dimensional Data - Imperial

Electric Actuator Wiring(inches)/Metric
Connection (mm)
Nom. L x W Nom. Inlet L x W
24 x 24 (600 x 600) 12 x 6 (300 x 150)
48 x 24 (1200 x 600) 24 x 6 (600 x 150)
For a complete list of standard sizes and inlets, refer to www.
priceindustries.com/resources/type/literature/submittals
Orange
Violet
Red

Violet = Clockwise
Cooling Mode
Orange = Counterclockwise
Heating Mode
Red = Ground
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DF1L-HC Series

Product Information

For optional and special finishes see color

matrix. Air Pattern - Heating
Options
• Aluminum foil insulation (1/2”, 25mm
thick). Hot Air
• Air flow sensing damper (AFSD).
• Actuator options available:
• Electric actuator (EA), 24V floating
point. The electric actuator switches
the diffuser from cooling to heating
mode or vice versa when it is activated Window
by a duct temperature sensor or signal
from the HVAC system.
• Thermal actuator (TA). For full cooling
mode, the thermal actuator requires
a cooling supply temperature less
than 70°F (21°C). For full heating mode,
the thermal actuator requires a
heating supply temperature greater
than 80°F (27°C). Changeover time
between full cooling and heating
modes is approximately 10 minutes. Air Pattern - Cooling
Electric Actuator
The DF1L-HC diffuser is designed to produce
an adjustable high or low velocity air Cool Air
pattern when supplying cool or heated air.
A 24VAC actuator is provided the on the
DF1L-HC, which operates a damper in the
neck of the diffuser. In cooling mode this
dual-position damper will open a cooling
inlet and direct cool air through the larger
Window

perforated face; in heating mode it will

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direct air through the heating inlet to the
slot diffuser. Discharging warm air through
the slot diffuser will increase velocity and
increase the effectiveness of the warm air
in the room. The actuator must be provided
24V from the building controls on the
clockwise or counterclockwise terminal
when the changeover is desired. This can
be triggered by a duct temperature sensor,
the zone or building controls.
Thermal Actuator (TA).
The DF1L-HC diffuser is designed to
automatically provide a low velocity
displacement pattern during cooling and
a high velocity discharge during heating.
An internal thermal actuator mechanism
senses supply air temperature and adjusts
the air pattern to suit heating or cooling
applications. Supply air temperatures of
less than 69°F (21° C) will result in the air
being directed through the larger perforated
face, while supply air temperatures greater
than 81°F (27°C) will result in a high velocity
discharge through the slot diffuser suitable
for heating applications. Changeover time
between full cooling and heating modes is
approximately 10 minutes.

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Performance Data — Cooling Displacement Pattern — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
L x W [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 51 -- -- -- -- -- 2 --
24 x 24 30 77 0.02 0.02 -- 1 -- 3 1
[2.6] 40 102 0.04 0.04 -- 1 -- 3 1
50 128 0.06 0.06 -- 2 -- 4 2
20 110 -- -- -- 1 -- 3 1
48 x 24 30 165 0.02 0.02 -- 2 -- 4 2
[5.5] 40 221 0.04 0.03 -- 2 -- 5 2
50 276 0.06 0.05 17 3 1 5 3

Performance Data — Heating Vertical Pattern — Imperial Units

Neck Velocity, fpm 50 100 150 200 250 300

Velocity Pressure, in. w.g. 0.000 0.001 0.001 0.002 0.004 0.006
Total Pressure, in. w.g. 0.001 0.03 0.07 0.13 0.20 0.29
24 x 24 Flow Rate, cfm 27 54 81 108 136 163
[2.6] NC -- -- 18 26 32 37
Throw 150, 100, 50 0-1-4 2-4-9 4-7-11 6-9-13 8-10-14 9-11-16

Total Pressure, in. w.g. 0.01 0.03 0.06 0.11 0.17 0.25
24 x 48 Flow Rate, cfm 54 108 162 217 271 325
[5.5] NC -- -- 22 30 36 41
Throw 150, 100, 50 1-1-2 2-2-5 2-4-7 3-5-9 4-6-10 5-7-10

Performance Data — Heating Horizontal Pattern — Imperial Units

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Neck Velocity, fpm 50 100 150 200 250 300

Velocity Pressure, in. w.g. 0.000 0.001 0.001 0.002 0.004 0.006
Total Pressure, in. w.g. 0.001 0.03 0.07 0.13 0.20 0.29
24 x 24 Flow Rate, cfm 27 54 81 108 136 163
[2.6] NC -- -- 18 26 32 37
Throw 150, 100, 50 0-0-1 0-1-4 1-3-5 2-4-7 3-4-9 4-5-11

Total Pressure, in. w.g. 0.01 0.02 0.05 0.09 0.14 0.21
24 x 48 Flow Rate, cfm 54 108 162 217 271 325
[5.5] NC -- -- 22 30 36 41
Throw 150, 100, 50 0-1-4 2-4-12 4-9-18 8-12-21 10-15-23 12-18-25

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 9. Throw values are given for terminal velocities of 150, 100,
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating ½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. 50 fpm.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 10. Throw data is based on supply air and room air at
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. isothermal conditions.
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal
Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy.
5. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
value at all distances from the diffuser face.

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Performance Data — Cooling Displacement Pattern — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
L x W [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 24 -- -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
600 x 600 0.15 36 -- -- -- 0.30 -- 0.9 0.30
[0.23] 0.20 48 -- -- -- 0.30 -- 0.9 0.30
0.25 60 3.75 3.32 -- 0.61 -- 1.2 0.61
0.10 52 -- -- -- 0.30 -- 0.9 0.30
1200 x 600 0.15 78 5.02 4.29 -- 0.61 -- 1.2 0.61
[0.50] 0.20 104 8.92 7.63 -- 0.61 -- 1.5 0.61
0.25 130 13.94 11.92 18 0.91 0.30 1.5 0.91

Performance Data — Heating Vertical Pattern — Metric Units

Neck Velocity, m/s 0.25 0.51 0.76 1.0 1.3 1.5

Velocity Pressure, Pa 0.039 0.155 0.349 0.621 0.970 01.396
Total Pressure, Pa 2.00 8.01 18.02 32.03 50.04 72.06
600 x 600 Flow Rate, L/s 13 26 38 51 64 77
[0.24] NC -- -- 18 26 32 37
Throw 0.76, 0.51, 0.25 0-0.30-1.2 0.61-1.2-2.7 1.2-2.1-3.4 1.8-2.7-4.0 2.4-3.0-4.3 2.7-3.4-4.9
Total Pressure, Pa 1.73 6.92 15.58 27.70 43.27 62.32
600 x 1200 Flow Rate, L/s 26 51 77 102 128 153
[0.51] NC -- -- 22 30 36 41
Throw 0.76, 0.51, 0.25 0.30-0.30-0.31 0.60-0.61-1.5 0.61-0.61-1.5 0.91-1.5-2.7 1.2-1.8-3.0 1.5-2.1-3.0

Performance Data — Heating Horizontal Pattern — Metric Units

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
Neck Velocity, m/s 0.25 0.51 0.76 1.0 1.3 1.5
Velocity Pressure, Pa 0.039 0.155 0.349 0.621 0.970 01.396
Total Pressure, Pa 2.01 8.05 18.10 32.18 50.28 72.41
600 x 600 Flow Rate, L/s 13 26 38 51 64 77
[0.24] NC -- -- 18 26 32 37
Throw 0.76, 0.51, 0.25 0-0-0 0-0-1 0-1-2 0-1-3 1-2-4 1-2-5
Total Pressure, Pa 1.44 5.77 12.98 23.08 36.06 51.93
600 x 1200 Flow Rate, L/s 26 51 77 102 128 153
[0.51] NC -- -- 22 30 36 41
Throw 0.76, 0.51, 0.25 0-0-1 0-1-4 1-2-8 2-4-11 3-6-14 4-8-17

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 9. Throw values are given for terminal velocities of 0.76,
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating meter above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. 0.51, 0.25 m/s.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 10. Throw data is based on supply air and room air at
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. isothermal conditions.
3. Pressure is Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal
Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy.
5. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
value at all distances from the diffuser face.

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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR360-DH Series

Product Information

The DR360-DH is a duct hanging

displacement diffuser with a 360° air pattern.
It is ideal for duct mounted installations in
large atriums, theaters or industrial settings.
Designed to look like an extension of the
duct, the DR360-DH offers an appealing
architectural detail. A unique double
opening option is available for mounting
as an active section of ductwork.
Features:
• Ships with protective film
on face and inlet.
Construction/Finish: DR360-DH
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Baffle
– Aluminum
• Diffuser Caps – Rolled Steel
• Perforated Face – Coated Steel
• Finish – B12 White (Standard)
For optional and special finishes see color
matrix.
Options
• S - Single opening
• D - Dual opening

Air Pattern S - Single Opening D - Dual Opening

Air Flow

Air Flow
Diffuser S - Single Opening D - Dual Opening
Air Flow
Duct
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

Air Flow
Duct Inlet Outlet

Inlet
Installation Detail
Duct
DR360-DH Duct Inlet
InletNeck Outlet

Inlet
Soild Installation Detail
Bottom
DR360-DH
Plenum
Inlet Neck

Soild
Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches)
Bottom Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
Plenum
Diameter x H Duct Size Diameter x H Duct Size
18 x 24 18 457 x 600 457
18 x 36 18 457 x 900 457
18 x 48 18 457 x 1200 457
24 x 24 24 610 x 600 610
24 x 36 24 610 x 900 610
24 x 48 24 610 x 1200 610
24 x 60 24 610 x 1500 610
30 x 24 30 762 x 600 762
30 x 36 30 762 x 900 762
30 x 48 30 762 x 1200 762
30 x 60 30 762 x 1500 762

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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR360-DH Series

Performance Data — Duct Hanging — Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
Dia. x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[in] [cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 177 -- -- -- 3 2 4 3
18 x 24 30 265 0.01 -- -- 4 3 5 4
18
[8.8] 40 353 0.02 0.02 -- 5 3 6 4
50 442 0.03 0.03 -- 6 4 7 5
20 236 -- -- -- 3 2 5 3
24 x 24 30 354 -- -- -- 5 3 6 4
[11.8] 24
40 473 0.01 0.01 -- 6 4 7 5
50 591 0.02 0.02 -- 7 5 9 6
20 296 -- -- -- 4 3 5 4
30 x 24 30 444 -- -- -- 5 4 7 5
30
[14.8] 40 592 -- -- -- 7 4 8 6
50 740 0.01 0.01 -- 8 5 10 7
20 270 -- -- -- 4 3 5 4
18 x 36 30 405 0.01 0.01 -- 5 4 7 5
18
[13.5] 40 540 0.02 0.02 -- 6 4 8 6
50 675 0.04 0.03 -- 7 5 10 7
20 361 -- -- -- 5 3 6 4
24 x 36 30 541 0.01 -- -- 6 4 8 6
24
[18] 40 722 0.02 0.02 -- 8 5 10 7
50 902 0.03 0.03 -- 9 6 11 8
20 452 -- -- -- 5 4 7 5
30 x 36 30 678 -- -- -- 7 5 9 6
30
[22.6] 40 904 0.01 0.01 -- 9 6 11 8
50 1130 0.02 0.02 -- 10 7 13 9
20 363 -- -- -- 5 3 6 4
18 x 48 30 545 -- -- -- 6 4 8 6
18
[18.2] 40 726 -- -- -- 8 5 10 7
50 908 0.01 -- -- 9 6 12 8
20 486 -- -- -- 6 4 7 5
24 x 48 30 728 0.01 -- -- 8 5 10 7
24
[24.3] 40 971 0.02 0.01 -- 9 7 12 8
50 1214 0.03 0.02 -- 11 8 14 10
20 608 -- -- -- 7 5 9 6
30 x 48 30 912 0.01 -- -- 9 6 11 8
30

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[30.4] 40 1216 0.02 0.01 -- 11 8 14 10
50 1520 0.03 0.02 -- 13 9 16 11
20 610 -- -- -- 7 5 9 6
24 x 60 30 915 -- -- -- 9 6 12 8
24
[30.5] 40 1220 -- -- -- 11 8 14 10
50 1525 0.01 -- -- 13 9 16 12
20 764 -- -- -- 8 5 10 7
30 x 60 30 1146 -- -- -- 10 7 13 9
30
[38.2] 40 1528 0.02 0.01 -- 13 9 16 12
50 1910 0.03 0.02 -- 15 11 19 14

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR360-DH Series

Performance Data — Duct Hanging — Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Inlet Size Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
Dia. x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[mm] [L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 82 -- -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.2 0.9
457 x 600 0.15 123 2.7 -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.5 1.2
457
[0.81] 0.20 164 4.7 4.1 -- 1.5 0.9 1.8 1.2
0.25 205 7.4 6.4 -- 1.8 1.2 2.1 1.5
0.10 109 -- -- -- 0.9 0.6 1.5 0.9
610 x 600 0.15 165 -- -- -- 1.5 0.9 1.8 1.2
[1.08] 610
0.20 219 3.0 2.7 -- 1.8 1.2 2.1 1.5
0.25 274 4.7 4.2 -- 2.1 1.5 2.7 1.8
0.10 137 -- -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.5 1.2
762 x 600 0.15 206 -- -- -- 1.5 1.2 2.1 1.5
762
[1.35] 0.20 275 -- -- -- 2.1 1.2 2.4 1.8
0.25 343 3.2 2.9 -- 2.4 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.10 126 -- -- -- 1.2 0.9 1.5 1.2
457 x 900 0.15 188 3.4 2.7 -- 1.5 1.2 2.1 1.5
457
[1.23] 0.20 251 6.1 4.7 -- 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.8
0.25 313 9.6 7.4 -- 2.1 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.10 168 -- -- -- 1.5 0.9 1.8 1.2
610 x 900 0.15 251 2.7 -- -- 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.8
610
[1.65] 0.20 335 4.8 4.1 -- 2.4 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 419 7.6 6.3 -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
0.10 210 -- -- -- 1.5 1.2 2.1 1.5
762 x 900 0.15 315 -- -- -- 2.1 1.5 2.7 1.8
762
[2.06] 0.20 420 3.6 3.1 -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
0.25 524 5.6 4.8 -- 3.0 2.1 4.0 2.7
0.10 168 -- -- -- 1.5 0.9 1.8 1.2
457 x 1200 0.15 253 -- -- -- 1.8 1.2 2.4 1.8
457
[1.66] 0.20 337 2.7 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.0 2.1
0.25 421 4.3 -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.7 2.4
0.10 226 -- -- -- 1.8 1.2 2.1 1.5
610 x 1200 0.15 338 2.8 -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.0 2.1
610
[2.22] 0.20 451 5.1 3.6 -- 2.7 2.1 3.7 2.4
0.25 564 7.9 5.7 -- 3.4 2.4 4.3 3.0
0.10 282 -- -- -- 2.1 1.5 2.7 1.8
762 x 1200 0.15 423 2.6 -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.4 2.4
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

762
[2.78] 0.20 564 4.5 3.6 -- 3.4 2.4 4.3 3.0
0.25 706 7.1 5.7 -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.4
0.10 283 -- -- -- 2.1 1.5 2.7 1.8
610 x 1500 0.15 425 -- -- -- 2.7 1.8 3.7 2.4
610
[2.79] 0.20 567 -- -- -- 3.4 2.4 4.3 3.0
0.25 708 3.7 -- -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
0.10 355 -- -- -- 2.4 1.5 3.0 2.1
762 x 1500 0.15 532 -- -- -- 3.0 2.1 4.0 2.7
762
[3.49] 0.20 709 4.2 2.7 -- 4.0 2.7 4.9 3.7
0.25 887 6.6 4.3 -- 4.6 3.4 5.8 4.3

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Ceiling Mounted Displacement Diffusers
DR90H Series

Product Information

DR90H Horizontal Series displacement

diffusers are designed to produce a low
turbulence, low velocity air supply from
a high level supply. Designed for ceiling
installation, the DR90H discharges air
evenly across its perforated face with
minimal induction of room air. The cool
supply air flows down from the ceiling
to the floor level and gradually fills the
space. As a ceiling mounted diffuser, the
DR90H offers the traditional air quality and
comfort benefits of displacement ventilation
while freeing up valuable floor space and
reducing ducting. The DR90H is suitable for
offices, classrooms, changerooms, kitchens,
hallways, or any application with limited
floor space where air quality demands are
high.
Features
• Rail-mounting system with no visible
fasteners. Rail-Mounting System Detail
• Factory inlet locations available on top, Mounting Bracket
rear, and sides of unit.
• Optional end connections for linear
installations of units.
Diffuser Metal
• Optional field cut inlets.
Cover
• Ships with protective film Strip
on face and inlet. Diffuser
Construction/Finish: DR90H
• Diffuser Frame and Equalization Baffle –
Aluminum
Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches) Dimensional Data - Metric (mm)
• Plenum Caps – Rolled Steel
Dia. X L Duct Dia. X L Duct
• Perforated Face and Plenum Back

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
18 x 24 6,7 457 x 600 100
– Coated Steel 18 x 36 6, 7, 10x4 457 x 900 100
• Finish – B12 White (Standard) 18 x 48 6, 7, 10x4 610 x 600 150
For optional and special finishes see color 24 x 24 8, 9, 10 610 x 900 150
matrix. 24 x 36 8, 9, 10 610 x 1200 150
Accessories 24 x 48 8, 9, 10 610 x 1500 150
24 x 60 9, 10, 16x5 762 x 600 200
• Duct Covers 30 x 24 8, 10 762 x 900 200
• AFSD 30 x 36 8, 10, 12 762 x 1200 200
30 x 48 10, 12 762 x 1500 200
Air Pattern 30 x 60 10, 12, 20x6 915 x 600 250, 315
Ceiling 36 x 24 10, 12 915 x 900 250, 315
36 x 36 10, 12, 14, 16 915 x 1200 250, 315
36 x 48 12, 14, 16 915 x 1500 250, 315
Diffuser 36 x 60 14, 16

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SECTION J

Linear Enclosure
Displacement
Diffusers
Linear Enclosure Diffusers
Price Linear Displacement Enclosures, models DLE and DLE-H, provide Linear Enclosure
a low velocity horizontal displacement air pattern for cooling and the Displacement Family:
DLE-H includes heat via a hydronic heating element or electric heater. • DLE
The DLE and DLE-H are designed for perimeter applications, and can be • DLE-H
installed both as standalone units or connected together. Price Linear
Displacement Enclosures are designed as the ideal perimeter
displacement solution in areas such as offices, schools and cafeterias.

Aesthetically pleasing in Hydronic or electric Provides high comfort

a variety of designs heating in DLE-H levels for occupants

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Displacement Ventilation
Linear Enclosure Diffusers

Product Overview

Application
DLE
The Price DLE Series displacement diffusers
are designed to produce a low velocity
horizontal air pattern from a perimeter
installation. Unlike most displacement
diffusers, the DLE Series had an extruded
bar face and can be connected in series
for unique architectural appeal. These
diffusers are well suited to schools and
offices or other commercial buildings with
long lengths of exterior windows.
Models and Function
The DLE is a linear displacement enclosure
that provides low velocity supply air for
cooling evenly across an extruded bar face
with minimal turbulence into the room.The
cool supply air flows down to the floor and
spreads across the room, drawn to heat
sources. The supply air rises via thermal
plumes, providing a constant supply of DLE-H
clean, conditioned air to the occupant.
The DLE accepts primary air from a ducted
connection and through the use of a
perforated baffle assembly, spreads the air
along the diffuser section for a uniform face
velocity. These diffusers can be installed in
a continuous length along the perimeter or
as a single standalone unit.
The DLE-H is a linear displacement
enclosure that provides cooling and heating
from one unit. Cool supply air is discharged
through the lower portion of the unit in a
manner similar to the DLE, while the top
portion of the diffuser provides a choice of

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
electric or hydronic heat. The DLE-H with
the electric heater option is ETL certified
and is available in 120V, 208V, and 240V.
The addition of the fin tube or electric
heater allow the DLE-H to pull cool room
air, warm it and discharge upwards along a
cool window similar to a baseboard heater.
This helps to eliminate draft and frosting
of a cool exterior window. The DLE-H can
also provide ventilation air through the
lower portion with the heater on without
significant short circuiting.

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Linear Enclosure Displacement Diffusers
DLE Series

Product Information

Price DLE Series displacement diffusers

are designed to distribute low velocity air
from a perimeter installation. Supply air
is supplied from either side or from the
bottom of the diffuser, and is discharged into
the room across the extruded bar face of
the DLE. The cool supply air flows down to
the floor and spreads throughout the room
with minimal turbulence. The superior air
quality and low noise levels realized with
the DLE make it suitable for office spaces,
schools, hotels, lobbies, or any perimeter
application where air quality and occupant
comfort demands are high.
Features
• Architecturally appealing face.
• Heavy duty construction.
• Can be integrated into perimeter LE
installation.
• Multiple units may be connected
together (Y end condition), or end caps Optional
may be used for standalone (Z end Optional end Standard blank-off
condition). cap shown 1.500 [53] open end section
6.000 [152]
• Optional blank-off section to cover
junctions.
• Ships with protective film on face. 6.000
[152]
Construction/Finish: DLE Plenum
• Outer Shell and End Caps – Steel Diffuser
Core Height
• Optional Construction – Stainless Steel
or Aluminum
• Inner Baffle – Aluminum
Grille
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

• Bars – Heavy Duty Aluminum Bars 1.500 [53]

• Mandrel Tubes – Aluminum 0.375 [10] 1000 [25]
Width
• ‘Pencil-Proof’ Core Spacing
Finish
• Finish – B12 White (Standard) Dimensional Data - Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm)
For optional and special finishes see color Standard Sizes Available
matrix. Length Height
24 (600), 30 (750), 36 (900), 42 (1075), 6 (152), 9 (229), 12 (305),
Air Pattern 48 (1200), 54 (1375), 60 (1500) 15 (381), 18 (457)
*Other lengths available. Please contact your local Price Representative for more information.

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Linear Enclosure Displacement Diffusers
DLE Series

Performance Data - Imperial Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
L x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 9 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
24 x 6 30 14 -- -- -- -- -- 2 --
[0.46] 40 18 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
50 23 -- -- -- 1 -- 5 2
20 28 -- -- -- 1 -- 6 3
24 x 12 30 41 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
[1.38] 40 55 -- -- -- 5 2 9 6
50 69 0.01 0.01 -- 6 3 10 7
20 46 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
24 x 18 30 69 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[2.29] 40 92 -- -- -- 8 4 12 8
50 115 0.01 0.01 -- 9 5 14 9
20 12 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
30 x 6 30 18 -- -- -- -- -- 3 --
[0.58] 40 23 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
50 29 -- -- -- 1 -- 5 2
20 35 -- -- -- 2 -- 6 3
30 x 12 30 53 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
[1.75] 40 70 -- -- -- 5 2 9 6
50 88 0.01 0.01 -- 6 3 11 7
20 58 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
30 x 18 30 88 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[2.92] 40 117 -- -- -- 8 4 12 8
50 146 0.01 0.01 -- 9 5 14 9
20 14 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
30 x 6 30 21 -- -- -- -- -- 2 --
[0.71] 40 28 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
50 35 -- -- -- 1 -- 5 2
20 43 -- -- -- 2 -- 6 3
36 x 12 30 64 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
[2.13] 40 85 -- -- -- 5 2 9 6
50 106 0.01 0.01 -- 6 3 11 7
20 71 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
36 x 18 30 106 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[3.54] 40 142 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
50 177 0.02 0.02 -- 9 5 14 9
20 19 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
40 x 6 30 29 -- -- -- -- -- 3 --

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[0.96] 40 38 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
50 48 0.01 0.01 -- 1 -- 5 2
20 58 -- -- -- 2 -- 6 3
48 x 12 30 86 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
[2.88] 40 115 -- -- -- 5 2 9 6
50 144 0.01 0.01 -- 6 3 11 7
20 96 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
48 x 18 30 144 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[4.79] 40 192 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
50 240 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10
20 24 -- -- -- -- -- 1 --
60 x 6 30 36 -- -- -- -- -- 2 --
[1.21] 40 48 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
50 60 0.01 0.01 -- 1 -- 5 2
20 73 -- -- -- -- -- 6 3
60 x 12 30 109 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
[3.63] 40 145 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 6
50 181 0.02 0.02 -- 7 3 11 7
20 121 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
60 x 18 30 181 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[6.04] 40 242 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
50 302 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Linear Enclosure Displacement Diffusers
DLE Series

Performance Data - Metric Units

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
L x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 4 -- -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
600 x 152 0.15 7 -- -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
[0.04] 0.20 8 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
0.25 11 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.6
0.10 13 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.8 0.9
600 x 305 0.15 19 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
[0.13] 0.20 25 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.8
0.25 32 2.9 2.9 -- 1.8 0.9 3.0 2.1
0.10 21 -- -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
600 x 457 0.15 32 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.21] 0.20 42 -- -- -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 53 3.4 3.4 -- 2.7 1.5 4.3 2.7
0.10 5 -- -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
750 x 152 0.15 8 -- -- -- -- -- 0.9 --
[0.05] 0.20 11 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
0.25 14 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.6
0.10 16 -- -- -- 0.6 -- 1.8 0.9
750 x 305 0.15 25 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
[0.16] 0.20 33 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.8
0.25 41 3.1 3.1 -- 1.8 0.9 3.4 2.1
0.10 27 -- -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
750 x 457 0.15 41 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.27] 0.20 54 -- -- -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 67 3.7 3.7 -- 2.7 1.5 4.3 2.7
0.10 7 -- -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
900 x 152 0.15 10 -- -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
[0.06] 0.20 13 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
0.25 17 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.6
0.10 20 -- -- -- 0.6 -- 1.8 0.9
900 x 305 0.15 30 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
[0.19] 0.20 40 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.8
0.25 49 3.3 3.3 -- 1.8 0.9 3.4 2.1
0.10 33 -- -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
900 x 457 0.15 49 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.32] 0.20 66 2.5 2.5 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 82 3.9 3.9 -- 2.7 1.5 4.3 2.7
0.10 9 -- -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
1200 x 152 0.15 13 -- -- -- -- -- 0.9 --
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

[0.09] 0.20 18 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3

0.25 22 2.6 2.5 -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.6
0.10 27 -- -- -- 0.6 -- 1.8 0.9
1200 x 305 0.15 40 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
[0.26] 0.20 53 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.8
0.25 67 3.7 3.6 -- 1.8 0.9 3.4 2.1
0.10 44 -- -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
1200 x 457 0.15 67 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.44] 0.20 89 2.8 2.7 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 111 4.3 4.3 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0
0.10 11 -- -- -- -- -- 0.3 --
1500 x 152 0.15 17 -- -- -- -- -- 0.6 --
[0.11] 0.20 23 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
0.25 28 2.8 2.7 -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.6
0.10 34 -- -- -- -- -- 1.8 0.9
1500 x 305 0.15 50 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
[0.33] 0.20 67 2.5 2.5 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.8
0.25 84 4.0 3.9 -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
0.10 56 -- -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
1500 x 457 0.15 84 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.55] 0.20 112 3.0 3.0 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 140 4.7 4.6 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Price DLE-H Series displacement diffusers

are designed to produce a low velocity
horizontal air pattern as well as provide
heat in a perimeter installation. The DLE-H
discharges conditioned supply air evenly
from the lower section across an extruded
bar face with minimal turbulence into the
room, while the upper section provides
convective heat from a heating element. The
cool supply air flows down to the floor and
spreads across the room, gradually filling
the space. When the heater is energized it
induces room air over the heating element.
The hot air rises above the unit and up a
wall or window. Multiple sections may be
spliced together for a continuous look, or
individual standalone units can be used.
Supply air can be introduced from either
the side or the bottom. The superior air
quality and low noise levels associated with
the DLE-H make it suitable for office spaces,
schools, hotels, lobbies, or any application
where occupant comfort demands are high. Electric Heating Option
Electric Heating Option
Features 6" Hydronic Heating Option
• Multiple units may be connected (152) 6" Hydronic Heating Option
together (Y end condition), or end caps (152) 6"
(152) 6"
may be used for standalone (Z end (152)
condition). 12 1/4" Electric Heating
(311) 12 1/4"
• Available in three different heights and Heater Electric 8 1/4" Section Heating
(311) Heater 8 1/4" Section
various lengths. (210)
(210)
• Back plate/liner for clean inner surface,
easy installation. Insulation
Insulation Insulation
Height

Height

• Ships with protective film on face. Insulation

Height

Height

Construction Displacement Displacement

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
Displacement
Cooling Section Displacement
• Extruded aluminum core bars. Cooling Section
Cooling Section Cooling Section
Perforated 7/16" (11)
• Mandrel tube core construction. Perforated
Baffles Perforated Spacing 7/16" (11) Baffles Perforated
• Steel face frames. Baffles Spacing
• Perforated aluminum baffles. Baffles
• Coated steel liner.
Heater Options Core 25C Detail
Core 25C Detail
• Hydronic heating element – accepts Electric Heater Output - Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm)
hot water heating element. Nominal Heater Output
• Electric heater – available in 120V, Length, in (mm) 120V 208V 240V
7
208V, or 240V with either SCR or 24 VAC 30 (750) 500W 375W 500W /16" (11) 7
/16" (11)
binary control signal. SCR can control 36 (900) 500W 375W 500W
one additional drone unit (120 V) or 48 (1200) 1000W 750W 1000W
60 (1500) 1000W 750W 1000W
up to three drone units (208 / 240 V).
• Optional PTC thermostat
for master units. Electric Heater Dimensional Data - Hydronic Heating Dimensional Data -
Finish Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm) Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm)
• Finish – B12 White (Standard) Standard Sizes Available Standard Sizes Available
For optional and special finishes see color Length Height Length Height
matrix. 24 (600) 16 (406) 30 (750) 20 (508)
36 (900) 20 (508) 36 (900) 24 (610)
48 (1200) 24 (610) 48 (1200) 28 (711)
60 (1500) - 60 (1500) -

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Connecting Multiple Units

Multiple units of the DLE-H with electric DLE-H with Electric Heat – Multiple Unit Connection Schematic
heat can be connected to meet room design
requirements. As with single units, the
multiple units can also be controlled using
the SCR controller via master and drone
units. The controller is located on the master
unit and can power additional drone units.
For a 120V unit, a maximum of 1 drone unit
may be connected to the master unit with
the SCR or relay controller. For 208V or 240V
units, a maximum of three drone units may
be connected to the master unit with the
SCR or relay controller.
ETL Certified
The DLE-H with electric heater is ETL
Certified for electric performance by the
standards of Canada and the United States.
The ETL Certification indicates that this
product meets the requirements of UL 1995
and CSA C22.2 NO. 236.

Y Connection
(OpenYEnd with Splice)
Connection
(Open End with Splice)

Z Connection
(Closed End Cap)
Z Connection
(Closed End Cap)
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

Route Control Wire

Through
Route Bushing
Control Wire on
Either
Through Bushing on Side
Either Side
Knockouts for
Conduit Connection
Knockouts for
Conduit Connection Terminal Blocks
for Field
Terminal Wired
Blocks
for Connections
Field Wired
Connections

DLE-H with Electric Heat – Multiple Unit Connection Wiring Schematic

Master Unit Drone Units

with Unit
Master SCR or Maximum
Drone Units 1 (120V) 2nd & 3rd Drone
Relay
with SCR or Maximum
Maximum 3 (208V / 240V)
1 (120V) 2ndN/A with
& 3rd 120V
Drone
Relay Maximum 3 (208V / 240V) N/A with 120V

Input Power Wiring from Master

Unit from
Wiring Output to Drones
Master
Input Power
Unit Output to Drones

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PTC Thermostat Option

Fahrenheit and Celcius scales are available Base Cover-Top Cover-Inside
for horizontal and vertical mounting. The
thermostat and terminals are an integral
part of the cover. The cover hooks on to the
base for easy service and is locked in place
using a security screw. Specifications and
equipment are subject to change without
prior notice. 4.88”
(124)

Screw Terminals

3.23” (82)

1.25” (32)

Reheat Option
On a decrease in space temperature into the Dead Band
heating proportional band, the first stage
binary 24 VAC reheat ouput will energize. Heat On
Max. Air Flow
Air Volume

r
Ai
ol
Co

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
Min. Air Flow

Tset-point
Cool Room Condition Warm

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DLE-H with Electric Heat - Wiring Diagram (SCR)

Dashed Lines Indicate Field Wiring

Connections To Master Unit
Thermostat / Bas
SIG CONTROL SIGNAL RED

COM COMMON BLUE

24VAC
HOT 24VAC HOT YELLOW

YELLOW

BLUE

GREEN
SCR
BLACK
CONTROLER

AUTO

SIG

COM
24VAC
RESET
LI LINE IN BLACK BLACK BLACK

Input Power N NEUTRAL WHITE L1 T1

STRIP HEATER
Connection G GROUND GREEN

GROUND
WHITE

GREEN

LO LINE OUT BLACK

N NEUTRAL

G GROUND

Power To
Drones
(Optional)
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

Max. 1 Drone
(120v) or 3
Drones
(208v/240v)
Drone Unit (Optional)
AUTO
RESET
LI LINE IN
BLACK BLACK
N NEUTRAL
WHITE
G GROUND

GREEN
STRIP HEATER
BLACK

WHITE

GROUND
GREEN

LO LINE OUT
Power To
Additional N NEUTRAL
Drones (N/a G GROUND
for 120v)

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Selection Guidelines

Select size based on both air flow Electric Heater Output

requirements and heating requirements.
Note that the electric heater section is only Heater Output
Nom. Length
available in standard increments, depending 120V 208V 240V
on unit size and voltage. See chart at right. 30” (750) 500W 375W 500W
Hydronic performance will vary depending
36” (900) 500W 375W 500W
on entering water temperature (EWT) and
water flow rate (gpm). Contact Application 48” (1200) 1000W 750W 1000W
Engineering for more detailed information 60” (1500) 1000W 750W 1000W
regarding finned tube performance.
To select a unit size based on air flow Electric Unit Air Flow Specifications
requirements, you can use the chart at
right. If you plan to attach multiple sections Flow at
Nominal Active Height Active Height Face Area
together or use a custom size, follow these 40 fpm/0.20 m/s
Size L x H in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) ft2 (m2)
steps: cfm (L/s)
1. Calculate the minimum required face 30 x 20 (750 x 508) 30 (750) 6 (152) 1.25 (0.11) 50 (23)
area by dividing total air flow by the 30 x 24 (750 x 610) 30 (750) 10 (254) 2.08 (0.19) 83 (38)
recommended face velocity of 40 fpm 30 x 28 (750 x 711) 30 (750) 14 (356) 2.92 (0.27) 117 (53)
(0.20 m/s). 36 x 20 (900 x 508) 36 (900) 6 (152) 1.50 (0.14) 60 (27)
36 x 24 (900 x 610) 36 (900) 10 (254) 2.50 (0.23) 100 (46)
36 x 28 (900 x 711) 36 (900) 14 (356) 3.50 (0.32) 140 (64)
48 x 20 (1200 x 508) 48 (1200) 6 (152) 2.00 (0.18) 80 (36)
2. Calculate required length by dividing 48 x 24 (1200 x 610) 48 (1200) 10 (254) 3.33 (0.30) 133 (61)
face area by the height of the active
48 x 28 (1200 x 711) 48 (1200) 14 (356) 4.67 (0.43) 187 (85)
section. Active section heights are as
follows: nominal height – 10” (254 mm) 60 x 20 (1500 x 508) 60 (1500) 6 (152) 2.50 (0.23) 100 (46)
for hydronic; nominal height – 14”(356 60 x 24 (1500 x 610) 60 (1500) 10 (254) 4.17 (0.38) 167 (76)
mm) for electric. 60 x 28 (1500 x 711) 60 (1500) 14 (356) 5.83 (0.53) 233 (107)
Note: Although multiple units can be
joined together for a continuous Hydronic Unit Air Flow Specifications
look, the inlet air velocity will limit
the maximum section length. If Flow at
Nominal Active Height Active Height Face Area
joining multiple units that exceed 72” 40 fpm/0.20 m/s
Size L x H in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) ft2 (m2)

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
(1800mm) in length, you must use cfm (L/s)
more than one inlet. Bottom inlet 24 x 16 (600 x 416) 24 (600) 6 (152) 1.00 (0.091) 40 (18)
sections are optional. 24 x 20 (600 x 508) 24 (600) 10 (254) 1.67 (0.15) 67 (30)
Note: Maximum side inlet size is 3.5” 24 x 24 (600 x 610) 24 (600) 14 (356) 2.33 (0.21) 93 (43)
(90 mm) deep. Maximum side inlet
36 x 16 (900 x 416) 36 (900) 6 (152) 1.50 (0.14) 60 (27)
height is nominal – 11” (280 mm).
36 x 20 (900 x 508) 36 (900) 10 (254) 2.50 (0.23) 100 (46)
Electric units can be ganged together
in master / drone formation. Each 120 V 36 x 24 (900 x 610) 36 (900) 14 (356) 3.50 (0.32) 140 (64)
unit can be ordered with up to one 48 x 16 (1200 x 416) 48 (900) 6 (152) 2.00 (0.18) 80 (36)
additional drone unit. Each 208 / 240V 48 x 20 (1200 x 508) 48 (1200) 10 (254) 3.33 (0.30) 133 (61)
unit can be ordered with up to three 48 x 24 (1200 x 610) 48 (1200) 14 (356) 4.67 (0.43) 187 (85)
additional drone units. Drone units
do not ship with controls. 60 x 16 (1500 x 416) 60 (1200) 6 (152) 2.50 (0.23) 100 (46)
60 x 20 (1500 x 508) 60 (1500) 10 (254) 4.17 (0.38) 167 (76)
60 x 24 (1500 x 610) 60 (1500) 14 (356) 5.83 (0.53) 233 (107)

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Performance Data — Cooling (Electric Heat Option) — Imperial

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
L x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC]
20 25 -- -- -- 1 -- 5 1
30 x 20 30 38 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 3
[1.25] 40 50 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 63 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 5
20 42 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 4
30 x 24 30 63 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[2.08] 40 83 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
50 104 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
20 58 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
30 x 28 30 88 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[2.92] 40 117 -- -- -- 8 5 13 9
50 146 0.01 0.01 -- 9 6 14 10
20 30 -- -- -- 1 -- 5 1
36 x 20 30 45 -- -- -- 3 -- 6 3
[1.5] 40 60 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 75 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 5
20 50 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 4
36 x 24 30 75 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[2.5] 40 100 -- -- -- 6 3 11 7
50 125 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
20 70 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
36 x 28 30 105 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[3.5] 40 140 0.01 0.01 -- 8 5 13 9
50 175 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10
20 40 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
48 x 20 30 60 -- -- -- 3 -- 6 3
[2.0] 40 80 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 100 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 5
20 67 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 3
48 x 24 30 100 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[3.33] 40 133 -- -- -- 6 3 10 7
50 167 0.02 0.02 -- 7 4 12 8
20 93 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
48 x 28 30 140 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

[4.67] 40 187 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8

50 233 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10
20 50 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
60 x 20 30 75 -- -- -- 3 -- 6 3
[2.5] 40 100 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 125 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 5
20 83 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 3
60 x 24 30 125 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[4.17] 40 167 0.01 0.01 -- 6 3 10 7
50 208 0.02 0.02 -- 7 4 12 8
20 117 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
60 x 28 30 175 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[5.83] 40 233 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
50 292 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Performance Data — Cooling (Electric Heat Option) — Metric

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
L x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC]
0.10 12 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.3
750 x 508 0.15 17 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 0.9
[0.11] 0.20 23 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 29 2.8 2.8 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.10 19 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 1.2
750 x 610 0.15 29 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.19] 0.20 39 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
0.25 49 3.3 3.3 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 27 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
750 x 711 0.15 41 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.27] 0.20 54 -- -- -- 2.4 1.5 4.0 2.7
0.25 68 3.7 3.7 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0
0.10 14 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.3
900 x 508 0.15 21 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.9
[0.14] 0.20 28 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 35 3.0 2.9 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.10 23 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 1.2
900 x 610 0.15 35 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.23] 0.20 46 -- -- -- 1.8 0.9 3.4 2.1
0.25 58 3.5 3.5 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 33 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
900 x 711 0.15 49 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.32] 0.20 65 2.5 -- -- 2.4 1.5 4.0 2.7
0.25 81 3.9 3.9 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0
0.10 18 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
1200 x 508 0.15 28 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.9
[0.18] 0.20 37 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 46 3.3 3.2 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.10 31 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 0.9
1200 x 610 0.15 46 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.3] 0.20 62 -- -- -- 1.8 0.9 3.0 2.1
0.25 77 3.9 3.8 -- 2.1 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 43 -- -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
1200 x 711 0.15 65 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[0.43] 0.20 87 2.8 2.7 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 109 4.3 4.3 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0
0.10 23 -- -- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
1500 x 508 0.15 35 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.9
[0.23] 0.20 46 -- -- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 58 3.5 3.5 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.10 39 -- -- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 0.9
1500 x 610 0.15 58 -- -- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.38] 0.20 77 2.7 2.6 -- 1.8 0.9 3.0 2.1
0.25 97 4.1 4.1 -- 2.1 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 54 -- -- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
1500 x 711 0.15 81 -- -- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.53] 0.20 109 3.0 2.9 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 135 4.6 4.6 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Performance Data — Cooling (Hydronic Heating Option) — Imperial

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [ft]

Air Flow ∆T = 5 °F ∆T = 10 °F
L x H [in] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[cfm] DR DR
Face Area [ft2] [fpm] [in. w.g.] [in. w.g.] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
20 20 -- -- -- 1 -- 5 1
24 x 16 30 30 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 3
[1.0] 40 40 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 50 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 5
20 33 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 4
24 x 20 30 50 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[1.67] 40 67 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
50 83 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
20 47 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
24 x 24 30 70 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[2.33] 40 93 -- -- -- 8 5 13 9
50 117 0.01 0.01 -- 9 6 14 10
20 30 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
36 x 16 30 45 -- -- -- 3 -- 6 3
[1.5] 40 60 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 75 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 5
20 50 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 3
36 x 20 30 75 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[2.5] 40 100 -- -- -- 6 3 10 7
50 125 0.01 0.01 -- 7 4 12 8
20 70 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
36 x 24 30 105 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[3.5] 40 140 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
50 175 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10
20 40 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
48 x 16 30 60 -- -- -- 3 -- 6 3
[2.0] 40 80 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 100 0.01 0.01 -- 5 2 9 5
20 67 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 3
48 x 20 30 100 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[3.33] 40 133 -- -- -- 6 3 10 7
50 167 0.02 0.02 -- 7 4 12 8
20 93 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
48 x 24 30 140 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
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[4.67] 40 187 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8

50 233 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10
20 50 -- -- -- 1 -- 4 1
60 x 16 30 75 -- -- -- 2 -- 6 3
[2.5] 40 100 -- -- -- 4 1 8 4
50 125 0.01 0.01 -- 5 1 9 5
20 83 -- -- -- 3 -- 7 3
60 x 20 30 125 -- -- -- 5 2 9 5
[4.17] 40 167 0.01 0.01 -- 6 3 10 7
50 208 0.02 0.02 -- 7 4 12 8
20 117 -- -- -- 5 1 9 5
60 x 24 30 175 -- -- -- 7 3 11 7
[5.83] 40 233 0.01 0.01 -- 8 4 12 8
50 292 0.02 0.02 -- 9 6 14 10

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in cubic feet per minute, cfm. the cataloged value. 25 people/1000ft2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in inches of water, in. w.g. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 3 Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
½ ft above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Linear Enclosure Displacement Diffusers
DLE-H Series

Performance Data — Cooling (Hydronic Heating Option) — Metric

Unit Size Face Total Static Noise Proximity to Outlet [m]

Air Flow ∆T = 2.8 °C ∆T = 5.6 °C
L x H [mm] Velocity Pressure Pressure Criteria
[L/s] DR DR
Face Area [m2] [m/s] [Pa] [Pa] [NC] 15% 20% 15% 20%
0.10 9 --- --- -- 0.3 -- 1.5 0.3
600 x 406 0.15 14 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 0.9
[0.09] 0.20 18 --- --- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 23 2.6 2.6 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.10 16 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 1.2
600 x 508 0.15 23 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.15] 0.20 31 --- --- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
0.25 39 3.1 3.0 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 22 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
600 x 610 0.15 33 --- --- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.21] 0.20 43 --- --- -- 2.4 1.5 4.0 2.7
0.25 54 3.4 3.4 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0
0.10 14 --- --- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
900 x 406 0.15 21 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.9
[0.14] 0.20 28 --- --- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 35 3.0 2.9 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.10 23 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 0.9
900 x 508 0.15 35 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.23] 0.20 46 --- --- -- 1.8 0.9 3.0 2.1
0.25 58 3.5 3.5 -- 2.1 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 33 --- --- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
900 x 610 0.15 49 --- --- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.32] 0.20 65 2.5 --- -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 81 3.9 3.9 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0
0.10 18 --- --- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
1200 x 406 0.15 28 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 1.8 0.9
[0.18] 0.20 37 --- --- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 46 3.3 3.2 -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
0.10 31 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 0.9
1200 x 508 0.15 46 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.3] 0.20 62 --- --- -- 1.8 0.9 3.0 2.1
0.25 77 3.9 3.8 -- 2.1 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 43 --- --- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
1200 x 610 0.15 65 --- --- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
[0.43] 0.20 87 2.8 2.7 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 109 4.3 4.3 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0
0.10 23 --- --- -- 0.3 -- 1.2 0.3
1500 x 406 0.15 35 --- --- -- 0.6 -- 1.8 0.9
[0.23] 0.20 46 --- --- -- 1.2 0.3 2.4 1.2
0.25 58 3.5 3.5 -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
0.10 39 --- --- -- 0.9 -- 2.1 0.9
1500 x 508 0.15 58 --- --- -- 1.5 0.6 2.7 1.5
[0.38] 0.20 77 2.7 2.6 -- 1.8 0.9 3.0 2.1
0.25 97 4.1 4.1 -- 2.1 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.10 54 --- --- -- 1.5 0.3 2.7 1.5
1500 x 610 0.15 81 --- --- -- 2.1 0.9 3.4 2.1
[0.53] 0.20 109 3.0 2.9 -- 2.4 1.2 3.7 2.4
0.25 135 4.6 4.6 -- 2.7 1.8 4.3 3.0

Performance Notes:
1. Sound and pressure drop tested in accordance with 6. Proximity to outlet is the minimum distance from an outlet 9. Blanks (--) indicate that the DR is below the specified
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 “Method of Testing for Rating to the occupant in order to achieve the listed DR value. value at all distances from the diffuser face.
the Performance of Air Outlets and Inlets.” 7. Distances closer to the diffuser have a higher DR than 10. DR catalog data is presented for an occupant density of
2. Air flow is in Litres per second, L/s. the cataloged value. 25 people/100m2, which is the default occupancy density
3. Pressure is in Pascals, Pa. 8. DR is the predicted percentage of people dissatisfied for classrooms (ages 5-8) given by ASHRAE 62.1-2004. For
4. The NC values, sound pressure level, are based on a (PPD) due to draft. A value of less than 20 meets the other occupant densities, please refer to the DV Room
room absorption of 10 dB, re 10-12 watts and one diffuser. requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55-2004, Thermal Designer Software.
5. ∆T is the difference between the room air temperature 1 m Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. 11. Performance data for standard diffusers not listed in the
above the floor and the temperature of the supply air. catalog is available in Price AIO Software.

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Industrial Displacement Diffusers

Product Overview

Model
Rectangular Industrial Diffuser DFXi
PRICE Industrial displacement diffusers
present a unique and effective method of air
distribution where air quality requirements
for and industrial application are high. The
industrial diffusers are designed to supply
low velocity air to an industrial space at a
higher rate than a commercial application,
as the comfort conditions are much different
between the two applications.
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

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Rectangular Industrial Displacement Diffuser
DFXi Series

Product Information

Model:
Industrial Floor Mounted Nom. - .125 (3)
Displacement Diffuser DFXi
PRICE DFXi displacement diffusers are
designed to supply fresh air directly to
the occupants and equipment within an
industrial or high traffic space. The DFXi
diffuser is constructed with support mullions Widths (w) in
on 12” increments and utilizes a corrugated 12" (294) increments
face for increased rigidity. The DFXi is suited
for any industrial environment where large
air volumes may be required and air quality
is a concern. Due to the strength and rigidity
of this diffuser it is also a good choice for Widths (w) in
gymnasiums and other public spaces. The
12" (294) increments
DFXi is available in 1-way, 2-way, 3-way, or
4-way discharge patterns.
1.202 (30) Mullion at every 12" (294)
Features:
• Floor mounted

DFXi
• Corrugated face for added rigidity
• Mullions at every 12” for increased
strength Height
• Large air volumes in 1" (25)
• Variable height to meet air flow require- increments
ments: 12” to 96” in 1” increments Active Sides
Construction: 1 One-way pattern
• Diffuser frame and equalization baffle - 2 Two-way pattern
aluminum 3 Three-way pattern
• Side, top, and bottom panels – steel 4 Four-way pattern
• Perforated panels – corrugated steel
Finish: B12
Air Pattern
• For optional and special finishes see color 2-Way 2-Way
matrix 1-Way (adjacent) (opposite)

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Inactive Inactive
Inactive

Inactive

Inactive Inactive Inactive

3-Way 4-Way

Dimensional Data - Inactive

Imperial (inches)/Metric (mm)
WxH Inlet
12 x 24 (305 x 610) 6 (152) 8 (204)
24 x 24 (610 x 610) 8 (204) 10 (254) 12 (305)
12 x 48 (305 x 1219) 6 (152) 8 (204)
24 x 48 (610 x 1219) 8 (204) 10 (254) 12 (305)
24 x 72 (610 x 1829) 8 (204) 10 (254) 12 (305) 14 (356)

✓ Product Selection Checklist

1] Select diffuser Size based on desired performance characteristics.
2] Select inlet location and size.
3] Select Options and Accessories if required.
4] Select Finish.
Example: DF4i/36 x 48/Top/16/B12

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SECTION J

Suggested
Specifications
Displacement Ventilation
Suggested Specifications

Index

Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers Floor Mounted Displacement Diffusers

DF1......................................................................................... J155 RFDD..................................................................................... J164
DF3......................................................................................... J155 ARFHD................................................................................... J164
DFIC....................................................................................... J155 DFG........................................................................................ J164
DR90...................................................................................... J155 DFGL...................................................................................... J164
DRI80..................................................................................... J155 Ceiling Mounted Diffusers
DRI80U.................................................................................. J155 DF1L...................................................................................... J168
In-Wall Displacement Diffusers DF1L-HC................................................................................ J168
DFIW...................................................................................... J159 DR360DH.............................................................................. J168
Puraflo.................................................................................. J159 DR90H................................................................................... J168
DFIR....................................................................................... J159 Linear Enclosure Displacement Diffusers
Free Standing Displacement Diffusers DLE......................................................................................... J163
DR360................................................................................... J162 DLE-H..................................................................................... J163
DFXi....................................................................................... J162
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

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Suggested Specifications

Wall Mounted Displacement Diffusers

SECTION 23 06 30 – PRODUCT B. Specific configuration of the supply and return ductwork

and at each unit has been indicated on the drawings. If the
PART 1 - GENERAL
configuration of the units furnished on the project differs
1.1 Summary from that indicated on the drawings (whether or not the
A. This section includes the following: units furnished are the specific units or an acceptable
substitute), it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to
1. Floor mounted displacement diffusers
modify ductwork, etc., as required to accommodate the
1.2 Related Documents actual configuration of units furnished on the project.
A. 23 01 00 – Operation and Maintenance of HVAC Systems PART 2 – PRODUCTS
B. 23 05 00 – Common Work Results for HVAC 2.1 General
C. 23 09 00 – Instrumentation of Control for HVAC A. Manufacturer shall be responsible for examiningapplications
D. 23 20 00 – HVAC Piping and Pumps of each type of unit to assure thateach will operate properly
in the intended application.
E. 23 30 00 – HVAC Air Distribution
B. Unit sizes are shown as selected in accordance with the
1.3 Submittals
principles set forth in the ASHRAE Guide andManufacturer’s
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated, include literature.
rated capacities, furnished specialties and accessories.
C. All items of a given type shall be the products of the same
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated, include manufacturer.
the following:
2.2 Manufactureres
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicated dimensions.
A. In Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the
2. Required clearances. following requirements apply to selection:
3. Method of field assembly. 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements,
4. Revit models provide products by one of themanufacturers specified.
C. Coordination Drawings: Include floor plans, and other Manufacturers shall demonstrate that they
details, drawn to scale, one which the following items are havesuccessfully supplied and installed
shown and coordinated with each other, based on input displacementventilation products, as well as the
from installers of the items involved: computermodeling thereof for a minimum of 10 years.
Manufacturers must be pre-qualified to bidbased on the
1. Ceiling-mounted items including;
completion of a minimum of xx jobs in similar climates.
a. Fixtures
Manufacturers shall provide a list of completed jobs
b. Lightning fixtures and references.
c. Speakers 2.3 DF1 Displacement Diffusers

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
d. Sprinklers A. Approved Manufacturers:
e. Access panels 1. Price
f. Diffusers B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DF1
g. Grilles (WxHxD) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the
plans and air outlet schedule.
h. Air inlets
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low noise
i. Perimeter molding for exposed or partially exposed
levels and low velocities that are even across the diffuser
cabinets.
face, in all ducting configurations and without the use of
D. Operation and Maintenance Data: To include in emergency, nozzles.
operation and maintenance manuals, maintenance
Diffuser Manufacturer shall provide sound and pressure
schedules and repair part lists for all parts.
drop data derived from tests in accordance with ASHRAE
1.4 Quality Assurance Standard 70-2006. Performance data for Draft Rate (%DR)
A. Product Options: Include drawings indicating size, profiles shall be provided based on tests in accordance with ASHRAE
and dimensional requirements of the displacement Standard 55-2004. A manufacturer software program that
ventilation diffusers that are based on the specific system allows room comfort evaluation for specific operating
indicated. conditions and diffuser locations shall be available to aid
in performance assessment. If such a computer program is
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed
not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100 by a testing
supply, free of charge, a CFD model of the representative
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and
spaces completed by a modeling contractor who has
marked for intended use.
demonstrable qualifications to model such spaces. These
1.5 Coordination shall include no less than 10 years of experience in the
A. Coordinate layout and installation of diffusers with other modeling of displacement ventilation systems, thorough
construction that penetrates ceilings, including light validation of the code through comparison to empirical
fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and data as well as a list of references.
partition assemblies.

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D. Construction: The 1 way flat faced Displacement diffuser, rear and end panels shall be provided inpainted 20 gauge
model DF1 shall be constructed with an equalization baffle steel. The frame andinternal baffling elements shall be
behind the operative diffuser face for uniform, low velocity, constructed of Aluminum. The diffuser shall be available
distribution of supply air. Both the equalization baffle and for duct connection at the top, bottom, or rear of the diffuser
face shall be securely retained in the diffuser frames. Plastic with a factory or field cut inlet.The paint shall be powder coat
nozzle arrays or any plastic components are unacceptable. polyester. Epoxies and their derivatives are unacceptable.
The diffuser frames shall be constructed of high strength Visible non-metallic components are unacceptable. The
aluminum extrusion for rigidity and protection of the diffuser shall be supplied with a rail mounting system that
operative face and side panels. There shall be no visible does not require puncturing the diffuser to install.
fasteners on the front or side panels. The operative face E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall fasten to the wall
shall be constructed of painted 16 gauge perforated steel, via a rail mounting system. The rail mounting system with
rear side and end panels shall beprovided in painted 20 metal cover strips to conceal all visible fasteners.
gauge steel. The frame andinternal baffling elements shall
be constructed ofAluminum.The diffuser shall be available 2.5 DF1C Displacement Diffusers
for ductconnection at the top, bottom, side or rear of the A. Approved Manufacturers:
diffuser with a factory or field cut inlet. The paint shallbe 1. Price
powder coat polyester. Epoxies and their derivatives
are unacceptable. Visible non-metallic componentsare B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DF1C
unacceptable. The diffuser shall be supplied with a rail (WxH) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the plans
mounting system that does not requirepuncturing the and air outlet schedule.
diffuser to install. C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall fasten to the wall noise levels and low velocities that are even across the
via a rail mounting system. The rail mounting system with diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and withoutthe
metal cover strips to conceal all visible fasteners. use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shallprovide sound
and pressure drop data derived fromtests in accordance
2.4 DF3 Displacement Diffusers with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006.Performance data for Draft
A. Approved Manufacturers: Rate (%DR) shall beprovided based on tests in accordance
1. Price with ASHRAEStandard 55-2004. A software program that
allowsroom comfort evaluation for specific operating
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DF3 conditions and diffuser locations shall be available to aid
(WxHxD) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the in performance assessment. If such a computer program is
plans and air outlet schedule. not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low supply, free of charge, a CFD model of therepresentative
noise levels and low velocities that are even across the spaces completed by a modelingcontractor who has
diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and withoutthe demonstrable qualifications to modelsuch spaces. These
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound shall include no less than 10 yearsof experience in the
and pressure drop data derived from tests inaccordance modeling of displacementventilation systems, thorough
with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006. Performancedata for Draft validation of the codethrough comparison to empirical data
Rate (%DR) shall be provided based ontests in accordance as well as a list of references.
with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. Asoftware program that D. Construction: The 1 Way Flat Faced Corner Displacement
allows room comfort evaluationfor specific operating diffuser, model DF1C, shall be constructed with an
conditions and diffuser locationsshall be available to aid equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser face for
in performance assessment.If such a computer program is uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the
not available from themanufacturer, the manufacturer shall equalization baffle and face shall be securely retained in
supply, freeof charge, a CFD model of the representative the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic
spaces completed by a modeling contractor who has components are unacceptable. The diffuser frames shall
demonstrable qualifications to model such spaces. These be constructed of high strength aluminum extrusionfor
shall include no less than 10 years of experience in the rigidity and protection of the operative faceand side panels.
modeling of displacement ventilation systems, thorough There shall be no visible fastenerson the front or side
validation of the code through comparison to empirical panels. The operative face shallbe constructed of painted
data as well as a list of references. 16 gauge perforated steel, sideand end panels shall be
D. Construction: The 3 way flat faced Displacement diffuser, provided in painted 20gauge steel. The frame and internal
model DF3 shall be constructed with an equalization baffle baffling elementsshall be constructed of Aluminum. The
behind the operative diffuser faces for uniform,low velocity, diffuser shallbe available for duct connection at the top,
distribution of supply air. Both theequalization baffle and bottom, or rear of the diffuser with a factory or field cut
faces shall be securely retainedin the diffuser frames. Plastic inlet. The paint shall be powder coat polyester. Epoxies
nozzle arrays or anyplastic components are unacceptable. and their derivatives are unacceptable Visiblenon-
The diffuserframes shall be constructed of high strength metallic components are unacceptable. The diffusershall
aluminum extrusion for rigidity and protection of the be supplied with concealed mounting bracketsthat do not
operative face and side panels. There shall be no visible require puncturing the diffuser to install.
fasteners on the front or side panels. The operativefaces E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall be supplied with
shall be constructed of painted 16 gaugeperforated steel, concealed mounting bracket that do not require puncturing
the diffuser to install.

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2.6 DR90 Displacement Diffusers Rate (%DR) shall be provided based on tests in accordance
A. Approved Manufacturers: with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. A manufacturer software
program that allows room comfort evaluation for
1. Price specific operating conditions and diffuser locations shall
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series beavailable to aid in performance assessment. If sucha
DR90 (DiaxH) with the configurations and mounting computer program is not available from themanufacturer,
typesindicated on the plans and air outlet schedule. the manufacturer shall supply, free ofcharge, a CFD model
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low noise of the representative spacescompleted by a modeling
levels and low velocities that are even across the diffuser contractor who has demonstrable qualifications to model
face, in all ducting configurations andwithout the use of such spaces. These shall include no less than 10 years of
nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shallprovide sound and experience in the modeling of displacement ventilation
pressure drop data derivedfrom tests in accordance with systems, thorough validation of the code through
ASHRAE Standard 70-2006. Performance data for Draft comparison to empirical data as well as a list of references.
Rate (%DR) shall beprovided based on tests in accordance C. Construction: The 180 Degree Supply Radial Displacement
with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. A software program that diffuser, model DR180 shall be constructed with an
allowsroom comfort evaluation for specific operating equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser face for
conditions and diffuser locations shall be available to aid uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the
in performance assessment. If such a computer program is equalization baffle and face shall be securely retained in
not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic
supply, free of charge, a CFD model of therepresentative components are unacceptable. The diffuser frames shall
spaces completed by a modelingcontractor who has be constructed of high strength aluminum extrusion for
demonstrable qualifications tomodel such spaces. These rigidity and protection of the operative face and side panels.
shall include no less than 10years of experience in the There shall be no visible fasteners on the front or side
modeling of displacementventilation systems, thorough panels. The operative face shall be constructed of painted
validation of the codethrough comparison to empirical data 18 gauge perforated steel, top and bottom panels shall be
as well as a list of references. provided in painted 20 gauge steel. The frame and internal
D. Construction: The 90 Degree Supply Radial Displacement baffling elements shall be constructed of aluminum.
diffuser, model DR90 shall be constructed with an The diffuser shall be available for duct connection at
equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser face for the top, bottom, or rear of the diffuser with a factory or
uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the field cut inlet. The paint shall be powder coat polyester.
equalization baffle and face shall be securely retained in Epoxies and their derivatives are unacceptable. Visible
the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic non-metallic components are unacceptable. The diffuser
components are unacceptable. The diffuser frames shall shall besupplied with a rail mounting system that does
be constructed of high strength aluminum extrusion for notrequire puncturing the diffuser to install.
rigidity and protection of the operative face and side panels. D. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall fasten to the wall

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
There shall be no visible fasteners on the front or side via a rail mounting system. The rail mounting system with
panels. The operative face shall be constructed of painted metal cover strips to conceal all visible fasteners.
18 gauge perforated steel, top and bottom panels shall be 2.8 DR180U Displacement Diffusers
provided in painted 20 gauge steel. The frame and internal
baffling elements shall be constructed of Aluminum. The A. Approved Manufacturers:
diffuser shall be available for duct connection at the top, 1. Price
bottom, or rear of the diffuser with a factory or field cut B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series
inlet. The paint shall be powder coat polyester. Epoxies DR180U (DiaxH) with the configurations and mounting
and their derivatives are unacceptable. Visible non-metallic typesindicated on the plans and air outlet schedule.
components are unacceptable. The diffuser shallbe
supplied with a rail mounting system that doesnot require C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
puncturing the diffuser to install. noise levels and low velocities that are even across the
diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and without the
E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall fasten to the wall use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound
via a rail mounting system. The rail mounting system with and pressure drop data derived from testsin accordance
metal cover strips to conceal all visible fasteners. with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006.Performance data for Draft
2.7 DR180 Displacement Diffusers Rate (%DR) shall beprovided based on tests in accordance
A. Approved Manufacturers: with ASHRAEStandard 55-2004. A manufacturer software
programthat allows room comfort evaluation for specific
1. Price operating conditions and diffuser locations shallbe available
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series to aid in performance assessment. Ifsuch a computer
DR180 (DiaxH) with the configurations and mounting program is not available from themanufacturer, the
typesindicated on the plans and air outlet schedule. manufacturer shall supply, free ofcharge, a CFD model of the
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low noise representative spacescompleted by a modeling contractor
levels and low velocities that are even across the diffuser who hasdemonstrable qualifications to model such spaces.
face, in all ducting configurations and without the use of Theseshall include no less than 10 years of experiencein the
nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall provide sound and modeling of displacement ventilation systems,thorough
pressure dropdata derived from tests in accordance with validation of the code through comparisonto empirical
ASHRAE standard 70-2006. Performance data for Draft data as well as a list of references.

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D. Construction:The 180U Degree Supply RadialDisplacement C. Duct Covers for displacement diffuser models: DF1C
diffuser, model DR180U shall beconstructed with an Diffuser manufacturer shall provide duct covers available
equalization baffle behind theoperative diffuser face for for all inlet locations. The duct cover face shall be securely
uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the retained in the mounting frames. The duct cover face shall
equalization baffleand face shall be securely retained in be constructed of painted 18 gauge (solid/perforated)
the diffuserframes. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic steel. The duct cover frames shall be constructed of high
componentsare unacceptable. The diffuser frames shall strength aluminum extrusion for rigidity and protection
be constructedof high strength aluminum extrusion for of the face. There shall be no visible fasteners on the duct
rigidity andprotection of the operative face and side panels. cover panels. The paint shall be powder coat polyester to
Thereshall be no visible fasteners on the front or side match the diffuser or as selected by the architect. Epoxies
panels.The operative face shall be constructed of painted and their derivatives are unacceptable. Visible non-metallic
18 gauge perforated steel, top and bottom panels shall be components are unacceptable. All duct covers shall ship
provided in painted 20 gauge steel. The frame and internal complete with the associated diffuser.
baffling elements shall be constructed of Aluminum.
The diffuser shall be available for duct connection at D. AFSD’s for displacement diffuser models: DF1, DF3, DF1C,
the top, bottom, or rear of the diffuser with a factory or DR90, DR180, DR180U
field cut inlet. The paint shall be powder coat polyester. 1. Approved Manufacturers:
Epoxies and their derivatives are unacceptable. Visible a. Price
non-metallic components are unacceptable. The diffuser
shall besupplied with a rail mounting system that does B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series
notrequire puncturing the diffuser to install. Adjustable Flow Station for Displacement Diffusers, AFSD,
(DiaxH) as indicated on the plans and air outlet schedule.
E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall fasten to the wall
via a rail mounting system. The rail mounting system with C. Performance:The manufacturer shall supply pressure loss
metal cover strips to conceal all visible fasteners. data and air flow ranges for the various sensing device
sizes.
2.9 Diffuser Accessories
D. Construction: The air flow sensor shall be of a cross
A. Bases for displacement diffuser models: DF1, DF3, DF1C, configuration. The sensor shall have twelve total pressure
DR90, DR180, DR180U sensing ports and a center averaging chamber designed
Diffuser manufacturer shall provide bases under each to accurately average the flow across the inlet of the
displacement diffuser. The base shall allow for removal assembly. Sensor shall meet accuracy within 5% with a
from the space for access to the inlet of the diffuser if ducted 90° sheet metal elbow directly at the inlet of the assembly.
from below. The base shall have an extruded aluminum The air flow sensor shall amplify the sensed air flow signal.
frame and 20 gauge solid steel face. Base heights shall be Two flexible tubes, one connected to the high pressure port
as indicated on the drawings. Finish shall be B12 – white, and the other connected to the low pressure port of the air
or as indicated. flow sensor, shall extend through the assemble housing
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B. Duct Covers for displacement diffuser models: DF1, DF3, to allow for easy monitoring of the air flow.
DR90, DR180, DR180U The unit shall be constructed of 22 gauge zinc coated steel.
Diffuser manufacturer shall provide duct covers available The damper shall incorporat a lever for manual adjustment
for all inlet locations. The duct covers shall be manufactured and a wing-nut for locking the damper in position.
by the diffuser manufacturer. The duct cover face shall be PART 3 – EXECUTION
constructed of painted 18 gauge (solid/perforated) steel.
3.1 Installation – General
The duct cover frames shall be constructed of high strength
aluminum extrusion for rigidity and protection of the face A. Install displacement diffusers level and plumb. Maintain
and side panels. The duct cover shall be supplied with a sufficient clearance for normal services, maintenance, or
rail mounting system with metal cover strips to conceal in accordance with construction drawings.
all fasteners. All duct covers shall be factory assembled B. Complete installation and startup checks according to
and shipped complete with the associated diffuser. There manufacturer’s instructions and perform the following.
shall be no visible fasteners on the duct cover panels. The
1. Verify that inlet duct connections are asrecommended
paint shall be powder coat polyester to match the diffuser
by manufacture to achieve properperformance.
or as selected by the architect. Epoxies and their derivatives
are unacceptable. Visible non-metallic components are 2. Verify that any identification tags are visible.
unacceptable. The paint shall be powder coat polyester 3. Verify locations of thermostats, humidistats, and other
to match the diffuser or as selected by the architect. exposed control sensors with Drawings and room details
before installation.

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SECTION 23 06 30 – PRODUCT B. Specific configuration of the supply and return ductwork

and at each unit has been indicated on the drawings. If the
PART 1 - GENERAL
configuration of the units furnished on the project differs
1.1 Summary from that indicated on the drawings (whether or not the
A. This section includes the following: units furnished are the specific units or an acceptable
substitute), it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to
1. Floor mounted displacement diffusers
modify ductwork, etc., as required to accommodate the
1.2 Related Documents actual configuration of units furnished on the project.
A. 23 01 00 – Operation and Maintenance of HVAC Systems PART 2 – PRODUCTS
B. 23 05 00 – Common Work Results for HVAC 2.1 General
C. 23 09 00 – Instrumentation of Control for HVAC A. Manufacturer shall be responsible for examiningapplications
D. 23 20 00 – HVAC Piping and Pumps of each type of unit to assure that each willoperate properly
in the intended application.
E. 23 30 00 – HVAC Air Distribution
B. Unit sizes are shown as selected in accordance with the
1.3 Submittals
principles set forth in the ASHRAE Guide andManufacturer’s
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated, include literature.
rated capacities, furnished specialties and accessories.
C. All items of a given type shall be the products of the same
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated, include manufacturer.
the following:
2.2 Manufactureres
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicated dimensions.
A. In Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the
2. Required clearances. following requirements apply to selection:
3. Method of field assembly. 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance withrequirements,
4. Revit models provide products by one of themanufacturers specified.
C. Coordination Drawings: Include floor plans, and other Manufacturers shall demonstrate that they have
details, drawn to scale, one which the following items are successfully supplied and installed displacement
shown and coordinated with each other, based on input ventilation products, as well as the computermodeling
from installers of the items involved: thereof for a minimum of 10 years.Manufacturers must
be pre-qualified to bidbased on the completion of a
1. Ceiling-mounted items including;
minimum of xx jobsin similar climates. Manufacturers
a. Fixtures shall provide a list of completed jobs and references.
b. Lightning fixtures 2.3 DF1W Displacement Diffusers
c. Speakers A. Approved Manufacturers:

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d. Sprinklers 1. Price
e. Access panels B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DF1W
f. Diffusers (WxH) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the plans
and air outlet schedule.
g. Grilles
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low noise
h. Air inlets
levels and low velocities that are even across the diffuser
i. Perimeter molding for exposed or partially exposed face, in all ducting configurations and without the use of
cabinets. nozzles.
D. Operation and Maintenance Data: To include in emergency, Diffuser Manufacturer shall provide sound and pressure
operation and maintenance manuals, maintenance drop data derived from tests in accordance with ASHRAE
schedules and repair part lists for all parts. Standard 70-2006. Performance data for Draft Rate (%DR)
1.4 Quality Assurance shall be provided based on tests in accordance with
ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. A manufacturer software
A. Product Options: Include drawings indicating size, profiles
program that allows room comfort evaluation for specific
and dimensional requirements of the displacement
operating conditions and diffuser locations shallbe
ventilation diffusers that are based on the specific system
available to aid in performance assessment Ifsuch a
indicated.
computer program is not available from themanufacturer,
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed the manufacturer shall supply,free of charge, a CFD model
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100 by a testing of the representativespaces completed by a modeling
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and contractor who hasdemonstrable qualifications to model
marked for intended use. such spaces.These shall include no less than 10 years of
1.5 Coordination experiencein the modeling of displacement ventilation
systems,thorough validation of the code through
A. Coordinate layout and installation of diffusers with other
comparison to empirical data as well as a list of references.
construction that penetrates ceilings, including light
fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and
partition assemblies.

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D. Construction: The 1 way flat faced in-wall displacement E. Mounting/Fastening:The diffuser front panel shallbe bolted
diffuser, model DF1W, shall be constructed with an to the plenum through the wall withfactory provided
equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser face for fasteners. The front panel shall be field-removable for
uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the cleaning.
equalization baffle and face shall be securely retained in 2.5 DF1R Displacement Diffusers
the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic
components are unacceptable.The diffuser frames shall be A. Approved Manufacturers:
constructed of 20 gauge steel for rigidity and protection of 1. Price
the operative face. The operative face shall beconstructed B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DF1R
of painted 18 gauge perforated steel,and the frame shall (WxH) with the configurations and mounting typesindicated
be provided in painted 20 gaugesteel. The plenum shall on the plans and air outlet schedule.
be 24 gauge steel. The internalbaffling elements shall be
constructed of aluminum.The diffuser shall be available for C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
duct connection atthe top. The paint shall be powder coat noise levels and low velocities that are even across the
polyester. Epoxies and their derivatives are unacceptable. diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and withoutthe
Visible non-metallic components are unacceptable. use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound
and pressure drop data derived from testsin accordance
E. Mounting/Fastening:The diffuser front panel shall bebolted with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006.Performance data for Draft
to the plenum through the wall with factory provided Rate (%DR) shall be provided based on tests in accordance
fasteners. with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. A software program that
2.4 Puraflo Displacement Diffusers allows room comfortevaluation for specific operating
A. Approved Manufacturers: conditions and diffuserlocations shall be available to aid
in performance assessment. If such a computer program is
1. Price not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series Puraflo supply, free of charge, a CFD model ofthe representative
(WxH) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the plans spaces completed by a modelingcontractor who has
and air outlet schedule. demonstrable qualifications to modelsuch spaces. These
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low shall include no less than 10 yearsof experience in the
noise levels and low velocities that are even across the modeling of displacement ventilationsystems, thorough
diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and withoutthe validation of the code throughcomparison to empirical data
use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound as well as a list of references.
and pressure drop data derived from testsin accordance D. Construction: The 1 way flat faced recessed displacement
with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006.Performance data for Draft diffuser, model DF1R, shall be constructed with an
Rate (%DR) shall be providedbased on tests in accordance equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser face for
with ASHRAE Standard55-2004. A software program that uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

allows room comfortevaluation for specific operating equalization baffle and face shall be securely retained in
conditions and diffuserlocations shall be available to aid the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic
in performance assessment. If such a computer program is components are unacceptable. There shall be no visible
not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall fasteners on the front panel. The operative face shall be
supply, free of charge, a CFD model of therepresentative constructed of painted 18 gauge perforated steel. The
spaces completed by a modelingcontractor who has installation frame shall be constructed of 24 gage steel.
demonstrable qualifications to modelsuch spaces. These The internal baffling elements shall be constructed of
shall include no less than 10years of experience in the aluminum. The paint shall be powder coat polyester.
modeling of displacementventilation systems, thorough Epoxies and their derivatives are unacceptable. Visible
validation of the codethrough comparison to empirical data non-metallic components are unacceptable. The diffuser
as well as a list of references. shall be supplied with an installation frame for recessed
D. Construction: The 1 way flat faced in-wall displacement installation that is not visible from the room. (The diffuser
diffuser, model Puraflo, shall be constructed with an shall be supplied with an installation frame for recessed
equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser face for installation which allows the diffuser to be installed in areas
uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the where plaster is required).
equalization baffle and face shall be securely retained in E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall be installed within
the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic the supplied installation frame. The diffuser shall have no
components are unacceptable.The diffuser frames shall be visible fasteners or framing, and shall be held within the
constructed of 20 gauge steel for rigidity and protection of supplied installation frame via secure mounting clips.
the operative face. The operative face shall beconstructed
of painted 18 gauge perforated steel, andthe frame shall
be provided in painted 20 gauge steel.The plenum shall
be 24 gauge steel. The internal bafflingelements shall be
constructed of aluminum. The diffuserface shall be field-
removable for cleaning. The diffusershall be available for
duct connection at the top.The paint shall be powder coat
polyester. Epoxies andtheir derivatives are unacceptable.
Visible non-metallic components are unacceptable.

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2.6 Diffuser Accessories

A. AFSDs for displacement diffuser models: DF1W, DF1WSS,
Puraflo
1. Approved Manufacturers:
a. Price
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model seriesAdjustable
Flow Station for Displacement Diffusers,AFSD, (DiaxH) as
indicated on the plans and air outlet schedule.
C. Performance:The manufacturer shall supply pressure loss
data and air flow ranges for the various sensing device
sizes.
D. Construction: The air flow sensor shall be of a cross
configuration. The sensor shall have twelve total pressure
sensing ports and a center averaging chamber designed
to accurately average the flow across the inlet of the
assembly. Sensor shall meet accuracy within 5% with a
90° sheet metal elbow directly at the inlet of the assembly.
The air flow sensor shall amplify the sensed air flow signal.
Two flexible tubes, one connected to the high pressure port
and the other connected to the low pressure port of the air
flow sensor, shall extend through the assemble housing
to allow for easy monitoring of the air flow.
The unit shall be constructed of 22 gauge zinc coated steel.
The damper shall incorporate a lever for manualadjustment
and a wing-nut for locking the damper in position.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 Installation – General
A. Install displacement diffusers level and plumb. Maintain
sufficient clearance for normal services, maintenance, or
in accordance with construction drawings.
B. Complete installation and startup checks according to
manufacturer’s instructions and perform the following.

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1. Verify that inlet duct connections are asrecommended
by manufacture to achieve proper performance.
2. Verify that any identification tags are visible.
3. Verify locations of thermostats, humidistats, andother
exposed control sensors with Drawingsand room details
before installation.

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SECTION 23 06 30 – PRODUCT B. Specific configuration of the supply and return ductwork

and piping at each unit has been indicated on the drawings.
PART 1 - GENERAL
If the configuration of the units furnished on the project
1.1 Summary differs from that indicated on the drawings (whether or not
A. This section includes the following: the units furnished are the specific units or an acceptable
substitute), it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to
1. Free standing displacement diffusers
modify ductwork, piping, etc., as required to accommodate
1.2 Related Documents the actual configuration of units furnished on the project.
A. 23 01 00 – Operation and Maintenance of HVAC Systems PART 2 – PRODUCTS
B. 23 05 00 – Common Work Results for HVAC 2.1 General
C. 23 09 00 – Instrumentation of Control for HVAC A. Manufacturer shall be responsible for examiningapplications
D. 23 20 00 – HVAC Piping and Pumps of each type of unit to assure that each willoperate properly
in the intended application.
E. 23 30 00 – HVAC Air Distribution
B. Unit sizes are shown as selected in accordance with the
1.3 Submittals
principles set forth in the ASHRAE Guide andManufacturer’s
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated, include literature.
rated capacities, furnished specialties and accessories.
C. All items of a given type shall be the products of the same
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated, include manufacturer.
the following:
2.2 Manufactureres
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicated dimensions.
A. In Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the
2. Required clearances. following requirements apply to selection:
3. Method of field assembly. 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance withrequirements,
4. Revit models provide products by one of themanufacturers
specified. Manufacturers shalldemonstrate that they
C. Coordination Drawings: Include floor plans, and other
have successfully suppliedand installed displacement
details, drawn to scale, one which the following items are
ventilation products,as well as the computer modeling
shown and coordinated with each other, based on input
thereof for aminimum of 10 years. Manufacturers must
from installers of the items involved:
be pre-qualified to bid based on the completion of a
1. Ceiling-mounted items including; minimum of xx jobs in similar climates.Manufacturers
a. Fixtures shall provide a list of completed jobs and references.
b. Lightning fixtures 2.3 DR360 Displacement Diffusers
c. Speakers A. Approved Manufacturers:
DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION

d. Sprinklers 1. Price
e. Access panels B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DR360
(W/HDia x Height/D) with the configurations and mounting
f. Diffusers
types) sizes and capacities indicated on the plans and air
g. Grilles outlet schedule.
h. Air inlets C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
i. Perimeter molding for exposed or partiallyexposed noise levels and low velocities that are even across the
cabinets. diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and without the
use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound
D. Operation and Maintenance Data: To includein emergency,
and pressure drop data derived from testsin accordance
operation and maintenance manuals,maintenance
with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006.Performance data for Draft
schedules and repair part lists for all parts.
Rate (%DR) shall be providedbased on tests in accordance
1.4 Quality Assurance with ASHRAE Standard55-2004. A manufacturer software
A. Product Options: Include drawings indicating size, profiles program that allowsroom comfort evaluation for specific
and dimensional requirements of DR90 the displacement operating conditions and diffuser locations shall be
ventilation diffusers that are based on the specific system available to aid in performance assessment. If such a
indicated. computer program is not available from the manufacturer,
the manufacturer shall supply, free of charge, a CFD
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed
model of the representative spaces completed by a
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100 by a testing
modeling contractor who has demonstrable qualifications
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and
to model such spaces. These shall include no less than
marked for intended use.
10 years of experience in the modeling of displacement
1.5 Coordination ventilation systems, thorough validation of the code
A. Coordinate layout and installation of diffusers with other through comparison to empirical data as well as a list of
construction that penetrates ceilings, including light references.D.Construction: The 360 degree Radial Supply
fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and Displacement Diffuser, model DR 360, shall b e constructed
partition assemblies. with an equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser
face for uniform, low velocity distribution of supply air.

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Both the equalization baffle and the face shall be securely 2.5 Diffuser Accessories
retained in the diffuser frame. Plastic nozzle arrays or any A. Bases for displacement diffuser models: DR360
plastic components are unacceptable. The diffuser frame
shall be constructed of high strength aluminum extrusion Diffuser manufacturer shall provide bases under each
for rigidity and protection of the operative face panel. displacement diffuser. The base shall allow for removal
There shall be no visible fasteners on the front panel.The from the space for access to the inlet of the diffuser if ducted
operative face shall be constructed of painted high18 gauge from below. The base shall have an extruded aluminum
perforated steel, and the top and bottompanels may shall be frame and 20 gauge solid steel face. Base heights shall be
provided in painted 20 gauge steel. Theframe and internal as indicated on the drawings. Finish shall be B12 – white,
baffling elements shall be constructedof aluminum. The or as indicated.
diffuser shall be available for ductconnection at the top or B. AFSD’s for displacement diffuser models: DR360
bottom of the diffuser witha factory cut inlet. The paint shall 1. Approved Manufacturers:
be powder coat polyester.Epoxies and their derivatives
are unacceptable. Visiblenon-metallic components are a. Price
unacceptable. The diffusershall be supplied with a rail b. Description: Furnish and install Price model series
mounting system that doesnot require puncturing the Adjustable Flow Station for Displacement Diffusers,
diffuser to install. AFSD, (DiaxH) as indicated on the plans and air outlet
2.4 DFXi Displacement Diffusers schedule.
A. Approved Manufacturers: c. Performance:The manufacturer shall supplypressure
loss data and air flow ranges for thevarious sensing
1. Price device sizes.
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DFXi d. Construction: The air flow sensor shall be of a cross
(W x Height) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the configuration. The sensor shall have twelve total
plans and air outlet schedule. pressure sensing ports and a center averagingchamber
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low noise designed to accurately average the flowacross the
levels and low velocities that are even across the diffuser inlet of the assembly. Sensor shallmeet accuracy
face in all ducting configurations and without the use of within 5% with a 90° sheet metalelbow directly at
nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall provide sound and the inlet of the assembly. The air flow sensor shall
pressure drop data derived from tests in accordance with amplify the sensed air flow signal. Two flexible tubes,
ASHRAE standard 70-2006. Performance data for velocity one connected to the high pressure port and the other
depth shall be provided by manufacturer. connected to the low pressure port of the air flow
D. Construction: and install Price DFXi Industrial Floor sensor, shall extendthrough the assemble housing
Mounted Displacement Diffuser of sizes and capacities to allow for easymonitoring of the air flow.
indicated on the drawings or diffuser schedule. The unit shall be constructed of 22 gauge zinc coated

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The Industrial Floor Mounted Displacement Diffuser, model steel. The damper shall incorporate a lever for manual
DFXi, shall be constructed with a perforated operative adjustment and a wing-nut for locking the damper in
face for uniform, low velocity distribution of supply air. position.
The diffuser face shall be strengthened with breaking in Part 3 – EXECUTION
a corrugated fashion and shall be securely retained in the
3.1 Installation – General
diffuser frames.The diffuser frames shall be constructed of
high strength aluminum extrusion for rigidity and protection A. Install displacement diffusers level and plumb. Maintain
of the operative face and side panels. A maximum of 12” is sufficient clearance for normal services, maintenance, or
permitted between the support frames. These shall be no in accordance with construction drawings.
visible fasteners on the front or side panels. The operative B. Complete installation and startup checks according to
face shall be constructed of painted 18 gauge steel, side and manufacturer’s instructions and perform the following.
end panels may be provided in painted steel.The perforated
1. Verify that inlet duct connections are asrecommended
baffle shall be constructed of aluminum. The paint shall
by manufacture to achieve proper performance.
be powder coat polyester; epoxies and their derivatives
are unacceptable. Visible, non-metallic components are 2. Verify that any identification tags are visible.
unacceptable. The diffuser shall be available for duct 3. Verify locations of thermostats, humidistats, andother
connection into the top or bottom. Air shall be delivered exposed control sensors with Drawingsand room details
to the space at low noise levels and low velocities that are before installation.
even across the diffuser face, in all ducting configurations.
(The diffuser shall be supplied with forklift arm supports).

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SECTION 23 06 30 – PRODUCT B. Specific configuration of the supply and return ductwork,

electrical work, and piping at each unit has been indicated
PART 1 - GENERAL
on the drawings. If the configuration of the units furnished
1.1 SUMMARY on the project differs from that indicated on the drawings
A. This section includes the following: (whether or not the units furnished are the specific units
or an acceptable substitute), it shall be the contractor’s
1. Floor mounted displacement diffusers
responsibility to modify ductwork, piping, etc., as required
1.2 Related Documents to accommodate the actual configuration of units furnished
A. 23 01 00 – Operation and Maintenance of HVAC Systems on the project.
B. 23 05 00 – Common Work Results for HVAC Part 2 – PRODUCTS
C. 23 09 00 – Instrumentation of Control for HVAC 2.1 General
D. 23 20 00 – HVAC Piping and Pumps A. Manufacturer shall be responsible for examiningapplications
of each type of unit to assure that eachwill operate properly
E. 23 30 00 – HVAC Air Distribution
in the intended application.
1.3 Submittals
B. Unit sizes are shown as selected in accordance with the
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated, include principles set forth in the ASHRAE Guide andmanufacturer’s
rated capacities, furnished specialties and accessories. literature.
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated, include C. All items of a given type shall be the products of the same
the following: manufacturer.
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicated dimensions. 2.2 Manufacturers
2. Required clearances. A. In Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the
3. Method of field assembly. following requirements apply to selection:
4. Revit models 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance withrequirements,
provide products by one of themanufacturers
C. Coordination Drawings: Include floor plans, and other
specified. Manufacturers shalldemonstrate that they
details, drawn to scale, one which the following items are
have successfully suppliedand installed underfloor
shown and coordinated with each other, based on input
displacement HVACproducts, as well as the computer
from installers of the items involved:
modelingthereof for a minimum of 10 years.
1. Floor or underfloor-mounted items including; Manufacturersmust be pre-qualified to bid based on
a. Floor structure (floor tiles, concrete, etc.) thecompletion of a minimum of xx jobs in similar
climates. Manufacturers shall provide a listof completed
b. Floor finishing (carpet, tile, etc.)
jobs and references.
c. Access panels
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2.3 RFDD Underfloor Displacement Diffusers

d. Electrical components
A. Approved Manufacturers:
e. Plumbing
1. Price
f. Networking components
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model RFDD with the
g. Terminal Units and other HVAC components sizes, configurations and capacities indicated on the plans
D. Operation and Maintenance Data: To include in emergency, and air outlet schedule.
operation and maintenance manuals, maintenance C. Performance: Air shall be deliv ered to the space at low noise
schedules and repair part lists for all parts. levels and low velocities that result in lowinduction horizontal
1.4 Quality Assurance flow resulting in a stratifiedzone temperature distribution
within the occupied zonewithout the use of nozzles. Diffuser
A. Product Options: Include drawings indicating size, profiles
manufacturershall provide sound and pressure drop data
and dimensional requirements of the floor mounted
derived fromtests in accordance with ASHRAE Standard
displacement diffusers that are based on the specificsystem
70-2006.Performance data for Draft Rate (%DR) shall be
indicated.
provided based on tests in accordance with ASHRAE
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed Standard 55-2004. A manufacturer software program
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100 by a testing that allows room comfort evaluation for specific operating
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and conditions and diffuser locations shall be available to aid in
marked for intended use. performance assessment. If such a computer program is
1.5 Coordination not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall
supply, free of charge, a CFD model of therepresentative
A. Coordinate layout and installation of diffusers with other
spaces completed by a modelingcontractor who has
construction that penetrates flooring, including but not
demonstrable qualifications to modelsuch spaces. These
limited to: electrical fixtures, network equipment, HVAC
shall include no less than 10 yearsof experience in the
equipment, and partition assemblies.
modeling of displacementventilation systems, thorough
validation of the codethrough comparison to empirical data
as well as a list of references.

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D. Construction:The round floor displacement diffuser, model 2.5 DFG Displacement Floor Grilles
RFDD, shall be adjustable from the face of the diffuser. A. ​Approved Manufacturers:
Minimum flow limit shall be adjustable from 0% to 50% of
the maximum flow using a mechanical stop. The adjustable 1.​ Price
diffuser face shall have a positive interlock with themounting B.​ Description: Furnish and install Price model DFG (10-
hardware to reduce the chance of accidentaladjustment 1/2”x10-1/2”) with (27C-1W, 27C-2W) core in the sizes,
due to foot traffic. The 8” core shall beconstructed of configurations and capacities indicated on the plans and
UL2043 fire rated polyamide withpermeating color able air outlet schedule.
to withstand maximum mechanical loading of 1300 lbs (589 C.​ Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
kg). Assembly shall include black or gray polycarbonate noise levels and low velocities that are even result in
standarddistributor basket with damper device. low induction horizontal flow resulting in a stratified
E. Mounting/Fastening: The RFDD shall be installed withzip zone temperature distribution within the occupied zone
clip or ring press fit fastening. without the use of nozzles. Diffuser manufacturer shall
2.4 ARFHD Displacement Diffusers provide sound and pressure drop data derived from tests
in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011).
A. Approved Manufacturers: Performance data for Draft Rate (%DR) shall be provided
1. Price based on tests in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 55-
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model ARFHDwith the 2013. A manufacturer software program that allows room
sizes, configurations and capacities indicatedon the plans comfort evaluation for specific operating conditions and
and air outlet schedule. diffuser locations shall be available to aid in performance
assessment. If such a computer program is not available
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low noise from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall supply,
levels and low velocities that result in low inductionhorizontal free of charge, a CFD model of the representative spaces
flow resulting in a stratified zone temperaturedistribution completed by a modeling contractor who has demonstrable
within the occupied zone without the useof nozzles. Diffuser qualifications to model such spaces. These shall include
manufacturer shall provide sound andpressure drop data no less than 10 years of experience in the modeling of
derived from tests in accordancewith ASHRAE Standard displacement ventilation systems, thorough validation of
70-2006. Performance data forDraft Rate (%DR) shall the code through comparison to empirical data as well as
be provided based on tests inaccordance with ASHRAE a list of references.
Standard 55-2004. Amanufacturer software program that
allows roomcomfort evaluation for specific operating D.​ Construction: The displacement floor grille model (DFG)
conditionsand diffuser locations shall be available to aid shall be constructed with an equalization baffle and
in performance assessment. If such a computer program is individually adjustable extruded 1” directional vanes
not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall behind the diffuser face for uniform, low velocity distribution
supply, free of charge, a CFD model of therepresentative of supply air. The equalization baffle and directional vanes
shall be securely retained in the diffuser frame. The baffle

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spaces completed by a modelingcontractor who has
demonstrable qualifications to modelsuch spaces. These shall be constructed of perforated aluminum. The diffusers
shall include no less than 10years of experience in the shall have a removable core section with bars spaced 7/16”
modeling of displacementventilation systems, thorough on center and a fixed deflection of 30 degrees. The outlet
validation of the codethrough comparison to empirical data core shall have extruded aluminum bars mechanically
as well as a list of references. locked into extruded aluminum receiving bars. The (3/4”,
1”,1-1/4”) wide diffuser border shall be heavy duty extruded
D. Construction:The aluminum round floor horizontaldiffuser, aluminum construction with precise factory mitered corners
model ARFHD shall be adjustable from the faceof the and reinforcing support bars for additional support. The
diffuser. Minimum flow limit shall be adjustablefrom 0% core shall be held in the border with removable core clips
to 50% of the maximum flow using a mechanicalstop. allowing the removal of the core without special tools.The
The adjustable diffuser face shall have a positiveinterlock grille shall be finished in (B11 - PURE WHITE, B12 - WHITE
with the mounting hardware to reduce thechance of - POWDER COAT, B13 - OFF-WHITE - POWDER COAT, B15 -
accidental adjustment due to foot traffic.The 8” core shall ALUMINUM - POWDER COAT, B17 - BLACK - POWDER COAT,
be constructed of aluminum able to withstand maximum B25 - COLOR TO MATCH, PC12 - PRIME COAT - POWDER
mechanical loading of 3000 lbs (1360 kg). Assembly shall COAT, 66 - BRUSHED AND POWDER COAT CLEAR, MILL
include black polycarbonate standard distributor basket - RAW ALUMINUM, PA - PREPARED ALUMINUM - MILL
with damper device. FINISH FACTORY CLEANED, AB - ANODIZED BLACK, AC -
E. Mounting/Fastening: The ARFHD shall be installed with zip ANODIZED CLEAR, ALB - ANODIZED LIGHT BRONZE, AMB
clip or ring press fit fastening. - ANODIZED MEDIUM BRONZE, ADB - ANODIZED DARK
BRONZE, ACH - Champagne Anodized, ASPL - ANODIZED
COLOR OTHER THAN LISTED, SPL - SPECIAL FINISHES).
Paint finish shall pass 500 hours of salt spray exposure with
no measurable creep in accordance with ASTM D1654 and
1000 hours with no rusting or blistering as per ASTM D610
and ASTM D714.
E.​ Mounting/Fastening: The frame shall be attached to the
floor (with countersunk screws (for 1”, 1-1/4” borders only)/
straight screws (for ¾” borders only)/spring clips/without
any holes).

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2.6 DFGL Linear Displacement Floor Grilles 2.7 Diffuser Accessories

A. ​Approved Manufacturers: A. DBV Baskets for displacement diffuser models: RFDD/
1.​ Price ARFHD
B.​ Description: Furnish and install Price model DFGL (L (min. Round Floor VAV Distributor Basket
12”) x W (6”-12”) with (15A, 16A, 25C, 26C, 27C) core in the Supply and install Price DBV baskets, black distributorbasket
sizes, configurations and capacities indicated on the plans with integral VAV Damper. The DBV shall besupplied with
and air outlet schedule. a floating point actuator furnished with twomodular jacks
C.​ Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low (RJ12) for system connections and one 25 ft(7.6 m) plenum
noise levels and low velocities that are even result in rated modular plug-in control cable. Theelectric actuator
low induction horizontal flow resulting in a stratified shall be 24 VAC bidirectional, directlycoupled to the damper
zone temperature distribution within the occupied zone screw. The damper shall movefrom a fully open position
without the use of nozzles. Diffuser manufacturer shall to a fully closed position in 90seconds. The actuator must
provide sound and pressure drop data derived from tests be capable of operating in thestalled position without
in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006 (RA 2011). overheating or mechanicaldamage. The basket shall be
Performance data for Draft Rate (%DR) shall be provided constructed out of blackcolored polycarbonate.
based on tests in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 55- B. B / BS baskets for displacement diffuser models: RFDD
2013. A manufacturer software program that allows room ARFHD Round Floor Diffuser Basket / Round Floor
comfort evaluation for specific operating conditions and Diffuser Basket, Short Supply and install the Price B /
diffuser locations shall be available to aid in performance BS baskets,(round floor diffuser basket / round floor
assessment. If such a computer program is not available diffuser basket,short). The basket shall be constructed
from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall supply, out of blackcolored polycarbonate and provide air flow
free of charge, a CFD model of the representative spaces equalizationacross the diffuser face. The basket shall
completed by a modeling contractor who has demonstrable minimize sightlines through the diffuser.
qualifications to model such spaces. These shall include C. DB / DBS baskets for displacement diffuser models: RFDD/
no less than 10 years of experience in the modeling of ARFHD
displacement ventilation systems, thorough validation of
the code through comparison to empirical data as well as Round Floor Diffuser Basket with Damper / Round Floor
a list of references. Diffuser Basket with Damper, Short
D.​ Construction: The displacement floor grille model (DFG) Supply and install the Price DB / DBS baskets, (round floor
shall be constructed with an equalization baffle and diffuser basket with damper / round floor diffuserbasket with
individually adjustable extruded 1” directional vanes damper, short). The discharge air flow shallbe controlled
behind the diffuser face for uniform, low velocity distribution by the basket. The basket shall beconstructed out of black
of supply air. The equalization baffle and directional vanes colored polycarbonate andprovide air flow equalization
shall be securely retained in the diffuser frame. The baffle across the diffuser face.Thebasket shall minimize sightlines
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shall be constructed of perforated aluminum and shall be through the diffuser.

available in (black finish, finish matching grille face). The D. DBA / DBAS baskets for displacement diffuser models:
diffusers shall have a removable core section with bars RFDD/ARFHD
spaced (1/4”,7/16”) on center and a fixed deflection of (0, 15, Round Floor Adjustable Diffuser Basket / AdjustableDiffuser
30 degrees). The outlet core shall have extruded aluminum Basket Short
bars mechanically locked into extruded aluminum receiving
bars.The (3/4”,1”,1-1/4”) wide diffuser border shall be heavy Supply and install the Price DBA / DBAS baskets,(round
duty extruded aluminum construction with precise factory floor adjustable diffuser basket / round flooradjustable
mitered corners and reinforcing support bars for additional diffuser basket, short). The discharge air flowshall be
support.The core shall be held in the border with removable controlled by the basket and shall beadjustable from the
core clips allowing the removal of the core without special face of the diffuser. Minimum flowlimit shall be adjustable
tools.The grille shall be finished in (B11 - PURE WHITE, B12 - from 0% to 50% of maximumflow using a mechanical
WHITE - POWDER COAT, B13 - OFF-WHITE - POWDER COAT, stop. The adjustable diffuser faceshall have a positive
B15 - ALUMINUM - POWDER COAT, B17 - BLACK - POWDER interlock with the mounting ringto reduce the chance of
COAT, B25 - COLOR TO MATCH, PC12 - PRIME COAT - accidental adjustment dueto foot traffic.The basket shall be
POWDER COAT, 66 - BRUSHED AND POWDER COAT CLEAR, constructed out of black colored polycarbonate and provide
MILL - RAW ALUMINUM, PA - PREPARED ALUMINUM - air flow equalization across the diffuser face. The basket
MILL FINISH FACTORY CLEANED, AB - ANODIZED BLACK, shall minimize sightlines through the diffuser.
AC - ANODIZED CLEAR, ALB - ANODIZED LIGHT BRONZE, E. RFB-F diffuser boot for displacement diffuser models:RFDD/
AMB - ANODIZED MEDIUM BRONZE, ADB - ANODIZED ARFHD
DARK BRONZE, ACH - Champagne Anodized, ASPL - Round Floor Diffuser Boot, Fan Sourced
ANODIZED COLOR OTHER THAN LISTED, SPL - SPECIAL
FINISHES). Paint finish shall pass 500 hours of salt spray Supply and install the Price RFB round floor diffuser boot.
exposure with no measurable creep in accordance with The boot shall be constructed of 22 gauge galvanized steel
ASTM D1654 and 1000 hours with no rusting or blistering with a 6”/8” (152mm/203mm) inlet. The boot shall mount
as per ASTM D610 and ASTM D714. under a standard floor tile. An optional mounting flange
can be supplied to blank off structural depressions which
E.​ Mounting/Fastening: The frame shall be attached to the may exist on the bottom surface of the floor tile thereby
floor (with countersunk screws (for 1”, 1-1/4” borders only)/ ensuring proper sealing to the diffuser.
straight screws (for ¾” borders only)/spring clips/without
any holes).

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F. RFB-VC diffuser boot for displacement diffuser models: Part 3 – EXECUTION

RFDD/ARFHD 3.1 Installation – General
Round Floor Diffuser Boot, Variable Cooling A. Install displacement diffusers level and plumb. Maintain
Supply and install the Price RFB-VC round floor diffuser sufficient clearance for normal services, maintenance, or
boot for variable cooling. The boot shall be constructed in accordance with construction drawings.
of 22 gauge galvanized steel with a 6”/8” (152mm/203mm) B. Complete installation and startup checks according to
inlet. The boot shall mount under a standard floor tile. manufacturer’s instructions and perform the following.
An optional mounting flange can be supplied to blank
off structural depressions which may exist on the 1. Verify that inlet duct connections are asrecommended
bottomsurface of the floor tile thereby ensuring proper by manufacture to achieve proper performance.
sealing to the diffuser. 2. Verify that any identification tags are visible.
The RFB-VC shall be supplied with a floating point actuator 3. Verify locations of thermostats, humidistats, andother
furnished with two modular jacks (RJ12) for system exposed control sensors with Drawingsand room details
connections and one 25 foot plenum rated modular before installation.
plug-in control cable. The electric actuator shall be 24
VAC bi-directional, directly coupled to the damper shaft.
The actuator must be capable of operating in the stalled
position without overheating or mechanical damage. The
supplied actuator shall have a fully adjustablehardware
stop allowing field adjustment and balancing.Peripheral
gasket shall be provided on the control damper.The RFB-
VC shall have a modulated opening on theunderside of
the boot, eliminating varying performancedue to flow
direction. The RFB-VC shall have an integralbaffle for flow
equalization and debris collection.
G. RFB-HC diffuser boot for displacement diffuser models:
RFDD/ARFHD
Round Floor Diffuser Boot, Heating and Cooling
Supply and install the Price RFB-HC round floor diffuser
boot for heating and cooling. The boot shall be constructed
of 22 gauge galvanized steel with a 6” / 8” (152mm / 203mm)
heating air inlet and 6”/ 8” (152 mm / 203 mm) cooling air
inlet complete with control damper. The boot shall mount

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under a standard floor tile. An optional mounting flange
can be supplied to blank off structural depressions which
may exist on the bottom surface of the floor tile thereby
ensuring proper sealing to the diffuser.
The RFB-HC shall be supplied with a floating point
actuator furnished with two modular jacks (RJ12) for
system connections and one 25 foot plenum rated
modular plug-in control cable. The electric actuator shall
be 24 VAC bi-directional, directly coupled to the cooling
air controldamper shaft. The actuator must be capable of
operatingin the stalled position without overheating or
mechanicaldamage. The supplied actuator shall have a
fullyadjustable hardware stop allowing field adjustment
andbalancing. Peripheral gasket shall be provided on the
control damper.
Optional internal fiberglass insulation can be provided.

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SECTION 23 06 30 – PRODUCT B. Specific configuration of the supply and return ductwork

and at each unit has been indicated on the drawings. If the
PART 1 - GENERAL
configuration of the units furnished on the project differs
1.1 Summary from that indicated on the drawings (whether or not the
A. This section includes the following: units furnished are the specific units or an acceptable
substitute), it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to
1. Ceiling mounted displacement diffusers
modify ductwork, etc., as required to accommodate the
1.2 Related Documents actual configuration of units furnished on the project.
A. 23 01 00 – Operation and Maintenance of HVAC Systems Part 2 – PRODUCTS
B. 23 05 00 – Common Work Results for HVAC 2.1 General
C. 23 09 00 – Instrumentation of Control for HVAC A. Manufacturer shall be responsible for examining
D. 23 20 00 – HVAC Piping and Pumps applications of each type of unit to assure thateach will
E. 23 30 00 – HVAC Air Distribution operate properly in the intended application.
1.3 Submittals B. Unit sizes are shown as selected in accordance with the
principles set forth in the ASHRAE Guide and Manufacturer’s
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated, include literature.
rated capacities, furnished specialties and accessories.
C. All items of a given type shall be the products of the same
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated, include manufacturer.
the following:
2.2 Manufactureres
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicated dimensions.
A. In Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the
2. Required clearances. following requirements apply to selection:
3. Method of field assembly. 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance withrequirements,
4. Revit models provide products by one of themanufacturers specified
C. Coordination Drawings: Include floor plans, and other Manufacturers shalldemonstrate that they have
details, drawn to scale, one which the following items are successfully suppliedand installed displacement
shown and coordinated with each other, based on input ventilation products,as well as the computer modeling
from installers of the items involved: thereof fora minimum of 10 years. Manufacturers must
be pre-qualified to bid based on the completion of a
1. Ceiling-mounted items including; minimum of xx jobs in similar climates.Manufacturers
a. Fixtures shall provide a list of completed jobs and references.
b. Lightning fixtures 2.3 DF1L Displacement Diffusers
c. Speakers A. Approved Manufacturers:
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d. Sprinklers 1. Price
e. Access panels B.Description: Furnish and install Price model seriesDF1 (LxW)
f. Diffusers with the (sizes and capacities indicatedon the plans and
air outlet schedule.
g. Grilles
C.Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low noise
h. Air inlets levels and low velocities that are even across the diffuser
i. Perimeter molding for exposed or partiallyexposed face in all ducting configurations and without the use of
cabinets. nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall provide sound and
D. Operation and Maintenance Data: To include in emergency, pressure drop data derived from tests in accordance with
operation and maintenance manuals, maintenance ASHRAE Standard 70-2006. Performance data for Draft
schedules and repair part lists for all parts. Rate (%DR) shall be provided based on tests in accordance
with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. A manufacturer software
1.4 Quality Assurance program that allows room comfort evaluation for specific
A. Product Options: Include drawings indicating size, profiles operating conditions and diffuser locations shall be
and dimensional requirements of the displacement available to aid in performance assessment. If such a
ventilation diffusers that are based on the specific system computer program is not available from the manufacturer,
indicated. the manufacturer shall supply, free of charge, a CFD model
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed of the representative spaces completed by a modeling
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100 by a testing contractor who has demonstrable qualifications to model
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and such spaces. These shall include no less than 10 years of
marked for intended use. experience in the modeling of displacement ventilation
systems, thorough validation of the code through
1.5 Coordination comparison to empirical data as well as a list of references.
A. Coordinate layout and installation of diffusers with other
construction that penetrates ceilings, including light
fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and
partition assemblies.

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D. Construction: The 1 way flat faced lay-in Displacement diffuser frames shall be constructedof steel and shall be
diffuser, model DF1L shall be constructed withan welded to ensure rigidity andpositioning of the baffle.There
equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser facefor shall be no visible fasteners on the front or side panels.
uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Boththe The operative face shall be constructed of painted 18 gauge
equalization baffle and face shall be securelyretained in perforated steel, and the frame shall be constructed of
the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arraysor any plastic 20 gauge steel. The internal baffling elements shall be
components are unacceptable. The diffuser frames shall constructed ofAluminum. The plenum may be satin coat
be constructed of high strengthaluminum extrusion for steel. Thepaint shall be powder coat polyester. Epoxies
rigidity and protection ofthe operative face and side panels. and theirderivatives are unacceptable. Visible non-metallic
There shall be novisible fasteners on the front or side components are unacceptable.
panels. The operative face shall be constructed of painted The linear slot diffuser for the heating section shall utilize
18 gauge perforated steel, and the frame shall be provided heavy wall extruded aluminum air deflector frames.
in painted 20 gauge steel. The internal baffling elements The steel air pattern controllers shall be fullyadjustable
shall be constructed of Aluminum. The diffuser shall be allowing movement from side to side to createvarious air
available for duct connection at the top, bottom, side or pattern configurations and shall be fullyadjustable to allow
rear of the diffuser with a factory inlet. The paint shall shut-off without adding any blank-off devices.
be powder coat polyester. Epoxies and their derivatives
are unacceptable. Visible non-metallic components are E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall integrate into
unacceptable. standard T-Bar ceilings and shall have no visible fasteners.
Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall integrate into F. Actuator: Electric Actuator: The diffuser shall use a 24
standard T-Bar ceilings and shall have no visible fasteners. VACmodulating actuator controlling a damper allowingtwo
separate air flow paths. The actuator shallclose the heating
2.4 DF1L-HC Displacement Diffusers section when in cooling mode andclose the cooling section
A. Approved Manufacturers: while in heating mode.The actuator shall remain accessible
1. Price from the outside of the diffuser for servicing.
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DF1L-HC Thermal Actuator: The diffuser shall use a wax actuator
(LxW) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the plans controlling a damper allowing two separate air flow paths.
and air outlet schedule. The actuator shall close the heating section when in cooling
mode and the supply temperature lowers below 70°F(21°C).
C. Performance-Cooling Mode: Air shall be delivered to the The actuator shall close the cooling sectionwhen in heating
space at low noise levels and low velocities that are even mode and the supply temperaturerises above 80°F (27°C).
across the diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and The actuator shall remainaccessible from the outside of the
without the use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall diffuser for servicing.
provide sound and pressure drop data derived from tests in
accordance with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006. Performance 2.5 DR360DH Displacement Diffusers

DISPLACEMENT VENTILATION
data for Draft Rate (%DR) shall be provided based on A. Approved Manufacturers:
tests in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. A 1. Price
software program that allows room comfort evaluation for
specific operating conditions and diffuser locationsshall B. Description: Furnish and install Price model seriesDR360DH
be available to aid in performance assessment.If such a (DiaxH) with the sizes and capacities indicatedon the plans
computer program is not available from themanufacturer, and air outlet schedule.
the manufacturer shall supply, free ofcharge, a CFD model C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
of the representative spacescompleted by a modeling noise levels and low velocities that are even across the
contractor who hasdemonstrable qualifications to model diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and withoutthe
such spaces. These shall include no less than 10 years of use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound
experience in the modeling of displacement ventilation and pressure drop data derived from testsin accordance
systems,thorough validation of the code through with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006.Performance data for Draft
comparisonto empirical data as well as a list of references. Rate (%DR) shall beprovided based on tests in accordance
Performance-Heating Mode: The diffuser shall becapable with ASHRAEStandard 55-2004. A software program that
of delivering air to the space in either avertical or horizontal allowsroom comfort evaluation for specific operating
heating pattern. Performance data forThrow at 150 fpm, conditionsand diffuser locations shall be available to aid
100 fpm, 50 fpm (0.76 m/s, 0.51 m/s,0.25m/s) shall be in performance assessment. If such a computer program is
provided by manufacturer. not available from the manufacturer, the manufacturer shall
supply, free of charge, a CFD model of therepresentative
C. Construction: The diffuser shall be constructed with two spaces completed by a modelingcontractor who has
separate plenums, one for the heating operation and one demonstrable qualifications tomodel such spaces. These
for the cooling operation. The cooling section of the heat- shall include no less than 10 yearsof experience in the
cool lay-in Displacement diffuser, model DF1L-HC shall be modeling of displacement ventilationsystems, thorough
constructed with an equalization baffle behind theoperative validation of the code throughcomparison to empirical data
diffuser faces for uniform, low velocity,distribution of as well as a list of references.
supply air. Both the equalization baffleand faces shall
be securely retained in the diffuser frames.Plastic nozzle
arrays or any plastic components areunacceptable. The

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D. Construction: The 360 Degree Duct Hung Displacement Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall attach to the wall
diffuser, model DR360DH, shall be constructed with an and ceiling using a rail system with metal cover strips.
equalization baffle behind the operative diffuser face for 2.7 Accessories
uniform, low velocity, distribution of supply air. Both the
equalization baffle and face shall be securely retained in A. AFSD’s for displacement diffuser models: DF1L, DF1L-HC,
the diffuser frames. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic DR360DH and DR90H
components are unacceptable. The diffuser frames shall 1. Approved Manufacturers:
be constructed of high strength aluminum extrusion for a. Price
rigidity and protection of the operative face. Thereshall be
no visible fasteners on the face of thediffuser.The operative 2. Description: Furnish and install Price model series
face shall be constructed of painted18 gauge perforated Adjustable Flow Station for Displacement Diffusers,
steel, and end panels shall beprovided in painted 20 gauge AFSD, (DiaxH) as indicated on the plans and air outlet
steel. The frame andinternal baffling elements shall be schedule.
constructed ofAluminum. The diffuser shall be available 3. Performance: The manufacturer shall supply pressure
for inlet or inlet and outlet configurations. The paint shall loss data and air flow ranges for the various sensing
be powder coat polyester. Epoxies and their derivatives are device sizes.
unacceptable. Non-metallic components are unacceptable. 4. Construction: The air flow sensor shall be of a cross
E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall be supplied with configuration. The sensor shall have twelve total
concealed mounting using safety-bolts for seamless pressure sensing ports and a center averaging chamber
integration. designed to accurately average the flow across the inlet
2.6. DR90H of the assembly. Sensor shall meet accuracy within 5%
with a 90° sheet metal elbow directly at the inlet of the
A. Approved Manufacturers: assembly. The air flow sensor shall amplify the sensed
1. Price air flow signal. Two flexible tubes, one connected to the
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DR90H high pressure port and the other connected to the low
(Dia x L) with the sizes and capacities indicated on the plans pressure port of the air flow sensor, shall extend through
and air outlet schedule. the assemble housing to allow for easy monitoring of
the air flow.
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
noise levels and low velocities that are even across the The unit shall be constructed of 22 gauge zinc coated
diffuser face in all ducting configurations and without the steel. The damper shall incorporate a lever for
use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound manualadjustment and a wing-nut for locking the
and pressure drop data derived from tests inaccordance damper in position.
with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006. Performancedata for Draft B. Duct Covers for model: DR90H
Rate (%DR) shall be provided based ontests in accordance Diffuser manufacturer shall provide duct covers available
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with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. Amanufacturer software for all inlet locations. The duct covers shall be manufactured
program that allows room comfortevaluation for specific by the diffuser manufacturer. The duct cover face shall be
operating conditions and diffuserlocations shall be constructed of painted 18 gauge (solid/perforated) steel.
available to aid in performanceassessment. If such a The duct cover frames shall be constructed of high strength
computer program is not availablefrom the manufacturer, aluminum extrusion for rigidity and protection of the face
the manufacturer shall supply,free of charge, a CFD model and side panels. The duct cover shall be supplied with a
of the representativespaces completed by a modeling rail mounting system with metal cover strips to conceal
contractor who hasdemonstrable qualifications to model all fasteners. All duct covers shall be factory assembled
such spaces.These shall include no less than 10 years of and shipped complete with the associated diffuser. There
experience in the modeling of displacement ventilation shall be no visible fasteners on the duct cover panels. The
systems, thorough validation of the code through paint shall be powder coat polyester to match the diffuser
comparison to empirical data as well as a list of references. or as selected by the architect. Epoxies and their derivatives
D. Construction: The 90 Degree Horizontal Supply Ceiling are unacceptable. Visible non-metallic components are
Mounted Radial Displacement Diffuser, model DR90H, unacceptable. The paint shall be powder coat polyester
shall be constructed with an equalization baffle behind the to match the diffuser or as selected by the architect.
operative diffuser face for uniform, low velocity,distribution
PART 3 – EXECUTION
of supply air. Both the equalization baffleand face shall be
securely retained in the diffuser frames.Plastic nozzle arrays 3.1 Installation – General
or any plastic components areunacceptable. The diffuser A. Install displacement diffusers level and plumb. Maintain
frames shall be constructed ofhigh strength aluminum sufficient clearance for normal services, maintenance, or
extrusion for rigidity andprotection of the operative face and in accordance with construction drawings.
side panels. Thereshall be no visible fasteners on the front
B. Complete installation and startup checks according to
or sidepanels. The operative face shall be constructedof
manufacturer’s instructions and perform the following.
painted 18 gauge perforated steel, and the frame shall be
provided in painted 20 gauge steel. The internal baffling 1. Verify that inlet duct connections are asrecommended
elements shall be constructed ofAluminum. The diffuser by manufacture to achieve proper performance.
shall be available for ductconnection at the top, bottom, 2. Verify that any identification tags are visible.
or either side of thediffuser.The paint shall be powder coat
3. Verify locations of thermostats, humidistats, andother
polyester. Epoxiesand their derivatives are unacceptable.
exposed control sensors with Drawingsand room details
Visible non-metalliccomponents are unacceptable.
before installation.

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SECTION 23 06 30 – PRODUCT B. Specific configuration of the supply and return ductwork

and piping at each unit has been indicated on the drawings.
PART 1 - GENERAL
If the configuration of the units furnished on the project
1.1 Summary differs from that indicated on the drawings (whether or not
A. This section includes the following: the units furnished are the specific units or an acceptable
substitute), it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to
1. Floor Linear enclosure perimeter mounted displacement
modify ductwork, piping, etc., as required to accommodate
diffusers
the actual configuration of units furnished on the project.
1.2 Related Documents
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
A. 23 01 00 – Operation and Maintenance of HVAC Systems
2.1 General
B. 23 05 00 – Common Work Results for HVAC
A. Manufacturer shall be responsible for examiningapplications
C. 23 09 00 – Instrumentation of Control for HVAC of each type of unit to assure that each willoperate properly
D. 23 20 00 – HVAC Piping and Pumps in the intended application.
E. 23 30 00 – HVAC Air Distribution B. Unit sizes are shown as selected in accordance with the
principles set forth in the ASHRAE Guide andManufacturer’s
1.3 Submittals
literature.
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated, include
C. All items of a given type shall be the products of the same
rated capacities, furnished specialties and accessories.
manufacturer.
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated, include
2.2 Manufacturers
the following:
A. In Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicated dimensions.
following requirements apply to selection:
2. Required clearances.
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements,
3. Method of field assembly. provide products by one of the manufacturers
1.4 Revit models specified. Manufacturers shall demonstrate that they
have successfully supplied and installed displacement
A. Coordination Drawings: Include floor plans, and other
ventilation products, as well as the computer modeling
details, drawn to scale, one which the following items are
thereof for a minimum of 10 years. Manufacturers must
shown and coordinated with each other, based on input
be pre-qualified to bid based on the completion of a
from installers of the items involved:
minimum of xx jobs in similar climates. Manufacturers
1. Ceiling-mounted items including; shall provide a list of completed jobs and references.
a. Fixtures 2.3 DLE Displacement Diffusers
b. Lightning fixtures A. Approved Manufacturers:

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c. Speakers 1. Price
d. Sprinklers B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DLE
e. Access panels (LxH) with the configurations and mounting types) sizes and
capacities indicated on the plans and air outlet schedule.
f. Diffusers
C. Performance: Air shall be delivered to the space at low
g. Grilles
noise levels and low velocities that are even across the
h. Air inlets diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and without the
i. Perimeter molding for exposed or partiallyexposed use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall providesound
cabinets. and pressure drop data derived from tests inaccordance
with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006. Performancedata for Draft
B. Operation and Maintenance Data: To include in emergency,
Rate (%DR) shall be provided based ontests in accordance
operation and maintenance manuals, maintenance
with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. Amanufacturer software
schedules and repair part lists for all parts.
program that allows room comfortevaluation for specific
1.5 Quality Assurance operating conditions and diffuserlocations shall be
A. Product Options: Include drawings indicating size, profiles available to aid in performanceassessment. If such a
and dimensional requirements of DR90 the displacement computer program is not availablefrom the manufacturer,
ventilation diffusers that are based on the specific system the manufacturer shall supply,free of charge, a CFD model
indicated. of the representativespaces completed by a modeling
contractor who hasdemonstrable qualifications to model
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed
such spaces. Theseshall include no less than 10 years of
and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100 by a testing
experiencein the modeling of displacement ventilation
agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and
systems,thorough validation of the code through
marked for intended use.
comparison to empirical data as well as a list of references.
1.6 Coordination
A. Coordinate layout and installation of diffusers with other
construction that penetrates ceilings, including light
fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and
partition assemblies.

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D. Construction: The Linear Enclosure Displacement diffuser, D. Construction: The Linear Enclosure Displacement diffuser,
model DLE, shall be constructed with an equalization model DLE, shall be constructed with an equalization
baffle behind the operative diffuser face for uniform, low baffle behind the operative diffuser face for uniform, low
velocity distribution of supply air. There shall be no visible velocity distribution of supply air. There shall be no visible
fasteners on the front, top, or side panels. Grille sections fasteners on the front, top, or side panels. Grille sections
shall have fixed 0 degree blades spaced 7/16” (11mm) on shall have fixed 0 degree blades spaced 7/16” (11mm) on
center. The outlet core shall be ¾” (19mm) deep extruded center. The outlet core shall be ¾” (19mm) deep extruded
aluminum blades mechanically locked to a 5/16”(8mm) aluminum blades mechanically locked to a 5/16”(8mm)
O.D. aluminum mandrel tube with 0.35” (0.9mm)thick O.D. aluminum mandrel tube with 0.35” (0.9mm)thick
walls. Blades shall run parallel to the longdimension of walls. Blades shall run parallel to the longdimension of
the diffuser. The core shall bemechanically fixed to the the diffuser. The core shall be mechanicallyfixed to the
heavy duty aluminum framewith a 0.250” (6mm) rod or heavy duty aluminum frame with a 0.250”(6mm) rod or
a bolt through the mandreltube. The joining flanges shall a bolt through the mandrel tube. The joining flanges shall
be constructed of extruded aluminum and capture and be constructed of extruded aluminum and capture and
conceal the joints of two connecting units or end caps. conceal the joints of two connecting units or end caps.
The panels and internal baffling shall be constructed of The panels and internal baffling shall be constructed of
aluminum. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic components aluminum. Plastic nozzle arrays or any plastic components
are unacceptable.The paint shall be powder coat polyester. are unacceptable.The paint shall be powder coat polyester.
Epoxies andtheir derivatives are unacceptable. Visible non- Epoxies and their derivatives are unacceptable. Visible non-
metalliccomponents are unacceptable. metallic components are unacceptable.
E. Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall be supplied with Hydronic Heating Option
concealed mounting brackets that do not requirepuncturing The heating section shall accommodate a hydronic heating
the diffuser to install. element. The hydronic heating element shall be supplied
2.4 DLE-H Displacement Diffusers by Price and shall be installed into the DLE-H unit during
A. Approved Manufacturers: site installation.
1. Price Electric Heating Option
B. Description: Furnish and install Price model series DLE-H The heating section shall include an electric heater with
(LxH) (Electric/Hydronic) with the sizes and capacities either a 120V, 208V, or 240V supply voltage. Control over
indicated on the plans and air outlet schedule. heater shall be provided by SCR or 24 VAC relay. The entire
unit shall be tested and listed with ETL.
C. Performance-Cooling Mode: Air shall be delivered to the
space at low noise levels and low velocities that are even Mounting/Fastening: The diffuser shall be supplied with
across the diffuser face, in all ducting configurations and concealed mounting brackets that do not requirepuncturing
without the use of nozzles. Diffuser Manufacturer shall the diffuser to install.
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provide sound and pressure drop data derived from tests in PART 3 – EXECUTION
accordance with ASHRAE Standard 70-2006. Performance
3.1 INSTALLATION – GENERAL
data for Draft Rate (%DR) shall be provided based on
tests in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 55-2004. A A. Install displacement diffusers level and plumb. Maintain
software program that allows room comfort evaluation for sufficient clearance for normal services, maintenance, or
specific operating conditions and diffuser locationsshall in accordance with construction drawings.
be available to aid in performance assessment.If such a B. Complete installation and startup checks according to
computer program is not available fromthe manufacturer, manufacturer’s instructions and perform the following.
the manufacturer shall supply, freeof charge, a CFD model
1. Verify that inlet duct connections are as recommended
of the representative spacescompleted by a modeling
by manufacture to achieve proper performance.
contractor who hasdemonstrable qualifications to model
such spaces. Theseshall include no less than 10 years of 2. Verify that any identification tags are visible.
experiencein the modeling of displacement ventilation 3. Verify locations of thermostats, humidistats, and other
systems,thorough validation of the code through exposed control sensors with Drawings and room details
comparison to empirical data as well as a list of references. before installation.
Performance-Heating Mode: The diffuser shall be capable
of providing heating via an (electric/hydronic) heater.
Performance data for the electric heater option shall be
provided by manufacturer.

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Industrial Displacement Diffusers

DFXi
Industrial Floor Mounted
Displacement Diffuser
Supply and install Price DFXi Industrial
Floor Mounted Displacement Diffuser of
sizes and capacities indicated on the draw-
ings or diffuser schedule.
The Industrial Floor Mounted Displacement
Diffuser, model DFXi, shall be constructed
with a perforated operative face for uniform,
low velocity distribution of supply air. The
diffuser face shall be strengthened with
breaking in a corrugated fashion and shall
be securely retained in the diffuser frames.
The diffuser frames shall be constructed
of high strength aluminum extrusion for
rigidity and protection of the operative
face and side panels. A maximum of 12”
is permitted between the support frames.
These shall be no visible fasteners on the
front or side panels.
The operative face shall be constructed of
painted high-gauge steel, side and end pan-
els may be provided in painted steel. The
frame shall be constructed of aluminum.
The paint shall be powder coat polyester;
epoxies and their derivatives are unaccept-
able. Visible, non-metallic components are
unacceptable. The diffuser shall be avail-
able for duct connection into the top or bot-
tom. Air shall be delivered to the space at
low noise levels and low velocities that are
even across the diffuser face, in all ducting
configurations.

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Diffuser Manufacturer shall provide sound
and pressure drop data derived from tests
in accordance with ASHRAE standard 70-
1991. Performance data for Percent People
Dissatisfied based on Draft (DR) shall be
provided based on tests completed in ac-
cordance with ASHRAE Standard 55.

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