5.

3/2/EN/1

EASYLAB
Controller TCU3
for Fume Cupboards and Air Management Systems

The art of handling air

Contents · Description
Description __________________________________ 2
EASYLAB system ____________________________ 3
Expansion modules __________________________ 4
Areas of application · control strategies ____________ 5
Fume cupboard control ________________________ 6
Room control
Room management function RMF ______________12
Controller inputs and outputs · Air terminal units ____14
TVLK with TCU3
The EASYLAB controller TCU3 is the core of the TROX
EASYLAB system. With EASYLAB, good functionality and high
levels of safety can be easily combined with optimum energy
efficiency. The system is prepared for future expansions or
changes in use.
The TCU3 controller was developed for fume cupboard control,
for the supply or extract air control of laboratories, and for
various tasks in hospitals and clean rooms.
Additional functions such as the integration into a LonWorks
network can be achieved with various expansion modules.
The TCU3 automatic controller is combined with an air terminal
unit to provide a flow rate control package. Every controller is
factory tested and set to the required flow rates.
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Construction · Dimensions ______________________15
Technical data________________________________16
Fume cupboard controller
Specification text ____________________________17
Order code ________________________________18
Room controller
Specification text ____________________________19
Order code ________________________________20
TCU3 with all expansion modules
Air terminal units
– TVLK, variable volume flow controller for laboratories
– TVRK, plastic variable volume flow controller
– TVR, circular variable volume flow controller for supply or
extract air
– TVJ · TVT, rectangular variable volume flow controller for
supply or extract air
– TVZ · TVA, variable volume flow terminal units for supply or
extract air
Characteristics, dimensions, and technical data on the air
terminal units can be found in the corresponding technical
leaflets.
Further, current information on design can be found on our
Website and in our “Air Management Systems” design manual.
 EASYLAB system

The EASYLAB system makes it possible to control
safety-related flow rates in a rapid, reliable, and demand-based
manner. Among other things, this includes fume cupboard
control and the supply air, extract air, and differential pressure
control in laboratories, clean rooms, and rooms in hospitals with
similar requirements.
In addition to the controller, expansion modules, sensors, and
control panels, EASYLAB mainly comprises extensive software
for solving control-issues. The TCU3 controller forms the basis
for all closed-loop and open-loop control tasks and for this
purpose is combined with the corresponding air terminal units,
actuators, and pressure transducers.
The modular structure offers numerous function expansion
options to adapt to project-specific requirements. Complicated
room air management is possible with numerous configurable
closed-loop control strategies. The optimum EM-LON
expansion, for example, allows integration into a LonWorks
network.
Advantages of the EASYLAB system
• Modular, expandable system
• Innovative operating mode and room control strategies to
meet individual project requirements
• Configurable monitoring functions and fault signalling
(e.g. consolidated alarms)
• Simple plug-and-play installation and plug-in communication
cable
• Easy installation due to user-guided EasyConnect
configuration software
• Easily visible alarm indicator lights on both sides of the outer
casing
• Central configuration of all parameters for higher order room
functions (room management function)

Areas of application

TVLK, volume flow controller for Laboratory

aggressive media
TVLK
TVZ · TVA

TVRK

EASYLAB
TVJ · TVT

TVR

Clean room Closed-loop control in potentially Hospital

explosive atmospheres

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Expansion modules

Function expansion
Expansion module Order code
The TCU3 controller can be adapted to the particular
requirements with various expansion modules.
EM-TRF
With the exception of the battery, all expansion modules are Supply voltage 230 V AC
T
connected to the TCU3 within the controller casing. The battery
is attached to the TVLK casing. The expansion modules can be
EM-TRF-USV
delivered already installed at the factory or retrofitted. U
Supply voltage 230 V AC and UPS

EM-LON
L
LonWorks interface

EM-AUTOZERO
Z
Automatic zero balance

EM-LIGHT
S¹
Lighting connecting socket

¹ Only in connection with T or U

Expansion modules

EM-TRF
Power pack for connection of the controller to a 230 V AC
supply voltage.
For more information, see Technical Leaflet No. 5.3/4/EN/..

EM-TRF
EM-TRF-USV
Power pack with uninterruptible power supply for connection
of the controller to a 230 V AC supply voltage. An electronic
system with an emergency power supply battery keeps the
controller running in case of a supply voltage failure.
For more information, see Technical Leaflet No. 5.3/4/EN/..
Battery pack
EM-TRF-USV

EM-AUTOZERO
Automatic zero balance with a solenoid valve for the
long-term stabilisation of the flow rate measurement. The
zero point voltage of the pressure transducer is measured
EM-AUTOZERO cyclically and the slow zero point drift is thus reliably
prevented. A manual zero balance during maintenance
is no longer necessary.

EM-LON
LonWorks communication interface FT10 for integrating the
controller into the centralised BMS.
For more information, see Technical Leaflet No. 5.3/5/EN/..
EM-LON

EM-LIGHT
The lighting control system enables the control of the fume
cupboard interior lighting on the control panel. 230 V AC
is controlled with a maximum of 500 W. EM-LIGHT enables
the simple plug-in connection of the lighting using a WAGO
WINSTA Midi Type 770 plug. EM-LIGHT is possible only in
EM-LIGHT connection with EM-TRF or EM-TRF-USV.

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 Areas of application · control strategies

Fume cupboard control
FH function
Control of the flow rates required due to the testing of the
fume cupboards according to EN 14175. The monitoring of
the aerodynamic function is integrated. Ideally, this closed-loop
control is used with an adaptively variable flow rate in order to
achieve energy savings with optimum safety.
Supply air control in extract air master system
RS/LAB function
Control of the demand-based supply air flow rate related to
the current overall extract air flow rate of the room. In the
process, a configurable difference to achieve the underpressure
required in DIN 1946, Part 7, is taken into consideration.
Extract air control in extract air master system
RE/LAB function
Control of the room extract air and limitation of the total extract
air flow rate of the room to a defined value. The flow rates of all
extract air controllers are taken into consideration. If a difference
in comparison with the required total extract air flow rate exists,
this difference will be controlled with the room extract.
Differential pressure control in extract air master
system
RC/LAB function
Link the room air balance control with the differential pressure
control to achieve a rapidly balanced and stable pressure. The
difference between supply and extract air is variable in the case
of differential pressure control.

Fume cupboard control Closed-loop supply air control

Supply air controller with

room management function (RMF)
BMS
RMF

Communication cable

500 mm

Fume Fume
cupboard 1 cupboard n

Closed-loop extract air control Differential pressure control

Extract air controller with Supply air controller with

room management function (RMF) room management function (RMF)

RN RMF

Communication cable Communication cable

Room pressure controller

BE-LCD-01

Fume Fume Fume Fume

cupboard 1 cupboard 2 cupboard 3 cupboard 4

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Fume cupboard control

TCU3 as fume cupboard controller FH-DS

For fume cupboard control, the TCU3 electronic controller is
usually used in combination with a plastic volume flow controller
type TVLK · TVRK.
– Control checked according to EN 14175, Part 6, by an
independent testing institute and suitable for all fume
cupboards tested according to EN 14175.
– Fume cupboard control with integrated monitoring of the
aerodynamic function with optical and acoustic alarms
according to EN 14175
Equipment functions and control strategies
FH-VS
Variable flow rate control based on the measured incoming
flow velocity. High thermal loads are detected and removed
by an increased flow rate. Additional monitoring option for the
incoming flow velocity. A velocity transducer is included in
delivery.
Variable flow rate control based on the measured opening
height of the sash, with linear characteristic. Sash position
sensor included in delivery.
FH-DV
Safety-optimised flow rate control based on the measured
opening height of the sash and theoretical calculation of the
incoming flow velocity. Sash position sensor included in delivery.
FH-2P
Flow rate control with two setpoint values, controlled using a
switch contact provided by others.
FH-3P
Flow rate control with three setpoint values, controlled using
two switch contacts provided by others.
FH-F
Constant value flow rate control

TVLK volume flow controller FH-VS function

TCU3

VS-TRD
TVLK velocity transducer

Control panels for fume cupboard FH-DS or FH-DV function

controllers TCU3

BE-LCD-01 BE-SEG-01 DS-TRD-01

sash position sensor

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 Fume cupboard control

Monitoring functions and alarms Operating modes

– Monitoring of the flow rate with configurable optical and
acoustic alarm
– Optional monitoring of the incoming flow velocity with
configurable optical and acoustic alarm (only for FH-VS
equipment function)
– Monitoring of the sash position and signalling when the
maximum set opening position is exceeded (EN 14175). The
acoustic signalling of this event can be manually suppressed
or it can be time limited.
– Optical and acoustic signalling of the monitoring functions on
the EASYLAB BE-SEG-01 or BE-LCD-01 control panels. Two
control panels, e.g. for fume cupboards with double sided
openings, can be connected.
– Alarm signalling can be individually configured, e.g. for alarm
suppression during operation or for the alarm light to flash or
be permanently on.
– Standard operation with evaluation of the connected sensor
system
– Special operating modes: Increased operation, reduced
operation, shut-off, and open position
Selection of the operating mode
The selection of the operating mode can take place from
three control levels with configurable prioritisation and isolation
options and affect all controllers in a room or individual
controllers, e.g. for 24-hour operation.
– From the centralised BMS with LonWorks variables or
switch contacts:
room operating mode or fume cupboard operating mode
– On the room control panel or switch contacts:
room operating mode or fume cupboard operating mode
– From the control panel of the fume cupboard:
fume cupboard operating mode

Control diagrams
FH-VS FH-3P
V
V 1
Flow rate
Incoming flow velocity V₃
Vmax

V₂ Flow rate
0.5 v in m/s

V₁
Vmin

0
Closed Open S₁ S₂ Switch

FH-DS FH-2P
V
V 1
Flow rate
Vmax
Incoming flow velocity

V₂ Flow rate

0.5 v in m/s
V₁
Vmin
0
Closed Open S₁ Switch

FH-DV FH-F

V 1 V
Flow rate
Incoming flow velocity
Vmax

0.5 v in m/s Flow rate

Vmin

0
Closed Open Closed Open

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Fume cupboard control

Special functions Interface to the centralised BMS

– Consideration of diversity factors in connection with the
EASYLAB room controllers
– Support of fume cupboards with supportive flow technology
– Support of safe operation with extract air fume scrubbers
– Connection of a motion sensor to signal “Sash Opened”
or to reduce the incoming flow velocity when the room is
unoccupied
– Smoke extract function for opening or closing the control
damper blade
– Control of a sash moving mechanism
– Control of the fume cupboard interior lighting on the control
panel
– Adjustable controller behaviour in case of a failure of the
supply voltage using the expansion module EM-TRF-USV
Analogue signal (0 - 10 V)
– Actual flow rate of the controller
– Controller damper blade position
– Total extract air flow rate, total supply air flow rate, or setpoint
value of the total supply air flow rate
Digital switch contact
– Alarm state of the controller (change-over contact)
LonWorks interface with EM-LON expansion module
The current operating values and fault messages of the fume
cupboard controller are transferred via the network:
actual flow rate, damper blade position, operating mode,
incoming flow velocity, sash opening (DS and DV), and
switch stage (2P and 3P)
Further information on this topic, especially on the interface
definitions, can be found in Technical Leaflet No. 5.3/4/EN...

Diversity control BE-SEG-01 control panel

Large laboratory buildings often do not have the capacity for
the simultaneous maximum operation of all controllers. The
diversity control permits the safe operation of these specific
plants and an economic operation of all plant. Status display
1. The total extract air flow rate is monitored. Configurable
optical and acoustic alarm on the room control panel.
2. The total extract air flow rate is monitored and, when
exceeded, limited by a reduction of the flow rate of Alarm suppression
individual fume cupboards.
Sash monitoring (EN 14175)

Fume cupboard extract air

1 Selection of the operating

mode
open 1

open 4
open 3
open 2
oard

oard
oard
cupb e

cupb e
cupb e
oard
cupb e
Fum

Fum
Fum
Fum

Sash open

Sash close
Total room extract air

2 Lighting

Local control
open 4
oard
cupb e
Fum

Display (incoming flow velocity,

status messages)
open 3
oard
cupb e
Fum
open 2
oard
cupb e
Fum
open 1
oard
cupb e
Fum

1 Flow rate reduction at fume cupboards 3 and 4 due to diversity control

2 A flow rate reduction to the set maximum value of the total extract air
is achieved.

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 Fume cupboard control

Control inputs and outputs

Function Required inputs
4 analogue inputs
Up to 4 analogue inputs with configurable characteristic for the FH-2P 1
integration of variable flow rates. FH-3P 2
– 3 inputs for FH-VS, FH-DS, and FH-DV equipment function
– 4 inputs for FH-2P, FH-3P, and FH-F equipment function Monitoring of the maximum (variable)
1
opening of the sash
6 digital switching inputs
The table opposite shows the possible equipment functions and Extract air fume scrubber 1
number of necessary inputs.
Supportive flow technology 1
3 analogue outputs
Motion detector 1
First actual flow rate, second controller damper blade position
and third total extract flow rate, or total supply air flow rate, or Smoke extract function 1
setpoint value of the total supply air flow rate Selection of operating mode using switch
6 digital switching outputs contacts (only for fume cupboards For each operating mode:
Alarm signalling, control of extract air fume scrubbers, without the use of the room operating 1
supportive flow technology, sash moving mechanism, and mode)
fume cupboard interior lighting
Temporary integration of constant flow
Up to 6
rates with switch contacts

BMS

Analogue
LonWorks Switch contacts
0 - 10 V DC

Communication cable

TROX
adapter module
(TAM)

Fume cupboard 1 Fume cupboard 2 Fume cupboard 3 Fume cupboard 4

BE-LCD-01 control panel

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Room control

TCU3 for room control Differential pressure control in extract air master system
PC/LAB
For the control of variable supply or extract air flow rates, the
electronic controller TCU3 is used in combination with an air Link the room air balance control with the differential pressure
terminal unit types TVR · TVRK · TVJ · TVT · TVZ · TVA. control to achieve a rapidly balanced and stable pressure. The
difference between supply and extract air is variable in the case
Equipment functions and control strategies of differential pressure control.
Extract air control in extract air master system RE/LAB Balancing
Control of the room extract air and limitation of the total extract
air flow rate of the room to a defined value. The flow rates of all For balancing, all supply and extract flow rates of a room
extract air controllers are taken into consideration. If a difference are recorded and summed. The following are taken into
in comparison with the required total extract air flow rate exists, consideration:
this difference will be controlled with the room extract. – Maximum of 24 EASYLAB controllers
Supply air control in extract air master system RS/LAB – Analogue inputs
Control of the demand-based supply air flow rate related to the – Digital inputs
current overall extract air flow rate of the room. In the process, a – Parameters
configurable difference to achieve the underpressure required in
DIN 1946, Part 7, is taken into consideration.

RS equipment function

Room management function (RMF)

Communication line X

X
X

Fume Fume
cupboard 1 cupboard 2

X = Constant supply air/extract air difference

for air transfer flow

RE equipment function

RN Room management function (RMF)

Communication cable Total extract air X

Total supply air

Room extract air Extract air of fume cupboards

Fume Fume Fume Fume

cupboard 1 cupboard 2 cupboard 3 cupboard 4

X = Flow rate difference to achieve the underpressure

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 Room control

Functions Room management function

– Stable room balance due to rapid control response
– Flow rate monitoring with optical alarm on the controller
casing, as well as individually configurable alarm signalling
– Override of the room operating mode by an individual
operating mode
– Extract air balance optimisation through the reduction of the
room extract air if a sufficient flow rate is provided through the
fume cupboards (introduction at the end of 2010)
– Automatic flow rate distribution of the supply or extract air
of a room in case of several EASYLAB controllers. Flow rate
distribution with same percentage or configurable to any
value.
– Adjustable controller behaviour in case of a failure of the
supply voltage using the expansion module EM-TRF-USV
– Connection of room control panels
– Central room interface
– Central configuration of room parameters
Operating modes
– Standard operation
– Special operating modes: Increased operation, reduced
operation, shut-off, and open position
Selection of the operating mode
– From the centralised BMS with LonWorks variables or
switch contacts
– From a maximum of 2 room control panels

Pressure control BE-LCD-01 room control panel

Display of the setpoint and actual values of a differential

pressure control

Room control

∆p V

Total extract air x

Total supply y
air

0 Pa

−10 Pa

Door OPEN Door CLOSED

x = Difference, regulated by the pressure controller

y = Limited volume flow change from the pressure cascade

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Room control
Room management function RMF

Functional description Central configuration of the room parameters and

The room management function (RMF) is a software option
to achieve functions across rooms. Within an EASYLAB system
with a maximum of 24 controllers, the room management
function is activated on one controller – supply air, extract air, or
EASYLAB adapter module. This controller is configured for the
connection of the project-specific, cross-room functions.
Central interface point for room functions
– Central interface point for room functions
– Operating mode selection for all controllers in the room
– Flow rate change for temperature control
– Flow rate change for external pressure control
– Connection of the room pressure transducer for internal
differential pressure control
functions
– Selection of the minimum total extract air of the room
– Selection of the supply air/extract air difference
– Selection of the differential pressure control parameters
– Consideration of constant, non-switched flow rates
Monitoring of the room functions
– Exceeding of the specified total extract air (monitoring of
diversity) or limitation to the specified total extract air
(diversity control)
Individually configurable consolidated alarms
Integration of room control panels
– Connection of 2 BE-LCD-01 room control panels
– Condition display of the room monitoring functions
– Display of current room parameters, e.g. the actual and
setpoint value of the total extract air flow rate

Room management function RMF

Minimum total ∆p actual

extract air pressure value

Room operating Setpoint

mode pressure value

RMF
Change signal
Central
temperature
selections
control

Signalling Centralised BMS

interface/room

Room control panel Room alarms

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 Room control
Room management function RMF

LonWorks interface for the room with EM-LON expansion Interface to the centralised BMS
module Analogue signal (0 - 10 V)
– Selection of the room operating mode – Actual flow rate of the controller
– Prioritisation of the operating mode selections – Controller damper blade position
(centralised BMS/local)
– Total extract air flow rate, total supply air flow rate, or setpoint
– Connection of a volume flow change signal for temperature value of the total supply air flow rate
or differential pressure control
Digital switch contact
– Switchover between two setpoint values of a differential
– Alarm state of the controller (change-over contact)
pressure control
LonWorks interface with EM-LON expansion module
– Feedback signals from the EASYLAB system (room)
The current operating values and fault messages of the room
– Actual room operation mode
controller are transferred via the network:
– Total extract air flow rate actual value actual flow rate, setpoint flow rate, and operating mode.
– Total supply air flow rate actual value
Further information on this topic, especially on the interface
– Evaluated damper positions
definitions, can be found in Technical Leaflet No. 5.3/4/EN...
– Consolidated alarm
– Setpoint and actual value of the internal room pressure
control
– Room pressure alarm

Room control

BMS

Room management function

(RMF)

LON

Communication cable

Fume Fume Fume Fume

cupboard 1 cupboard 2 cupboard 3 cupboard 4 – 22

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Room control
Controller inputs and outputs · Air terminal units

Without activated room management function 3 analogue outputs

4 analogue inputs
For the integration of a maximum of 4 variable flow rates
6 digital switching inputs
For the integration of temporary constant flow rates with switch
contacts
3 analogue outputs
First actual flow rate, second controller damper blade position
and third total extract flow rate, or total supply air flow rate, or
setpoint value of the total supply air flow rate
With activated room management function:
4 analogue inputs
– Flow rate change for temperature control
– Flow rate change for external pressure control
– Actual room pressure value for internal differential pressure
control
– Integration of variable flow rates at unoccupied inputs
First actual flow rate, second controller damper blade position
and third total extract flow rate, or total supply air flow rate, or
setpoint value of the total supply air flow rate
6 digital switching inputs
Possible functions:
– Selection of room operating mode:
Standard Mode, reduced operation, increased operation,
shut-off, open position
– Room operating mode prioritisation:
centralised BMS or local selection
– Switchover between two setpoint pressure values in case of
internal differential pressure control
– Consideration of door contact for internal differential pressure
control
– Integration of temporarily constant flow rates at unoccupied
inputs
2 interfaces
For the connection of a maximum of two room control panels

Air terminal units with EASYLAB controller TCU3 for room control

TVR TVZ · TVA

TVJ · TVT TVRK

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 Construction · Dimensions
Characteristics
– Electronic volume flow controller for fume cupboards, room
supply or extract air can be used in conjunction with air
terminal unit types TVLK · TVRK · TVR · TVJ · TVT · TVZ · TVA
– Also for room or duct pressure control
– Rapid actual value measurement
– Fast and stable control algorithm; correction time depending
on duct pressure ≤ 2 s
– Permanent function monitoring of the system and the
connected sensors
– Intelligent communication system with automatic detection of
the various equipment functions
– Prepared for wireless integration of a notebook for
configuration using the Bluetooth module (BlueCON)
TCU3
220¹
267
282
¹ Only in combination with TVRK
Construction features
– TCU3 controller installed and wired on the air terminal unit at
the factory
– Electronics with failsafe saving of all configuration data in one
EEPROM
– All important connections with plug and socket connections
on the outside of the casing
– Communication system with plug-in cables to connect all
controllers in a room
– Integrated terminal resistor for terminating the communication
cable, activation configurable and visible from the outside
(indicator light)
– Connections for functional expansions
– Sockets inside the casing for optional expansion modules
– The controller casing can be opened without tools
– Fixing of the controller casing to the air terminal unit without
tools
– Plastic ABS casing, blue (RAL 5002)
122
27¹
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Technical data

Connections Status displays

Communication interfaces to other controllers Condition and fault display (with easily visible indicator
– Two RJ45 sockets for plug-in communication cables lights) on the outside of the casing
type S-FTP – Alarm display on both sides
– Screw terminals for the connection of two communication – Controller function display
cables type S-FTP cut from a wire roll – Communication diagnosis
Inputs and outputs – Activated terminal resistor
– 5 analogue inputs, 0 - 10 V, with configurable characteristic Additional condition display for diagnosis on the PCB
– 6 floating digital inputs inside the casing
– 4 analogue outputs, 0 - 10 V, with configurable characteristic – Display of the switching states of the digital inputs and outputs
– 6 digital outputs as relay change-over contacts 250 V, 12 A – Display of supply voltage
Additional connections
– 2 interfaces for the connection of EASYLAB control panels
– Service interface for configuration and diagnosis on the
controller and control panel
– EM-LON expansion module: LonWorks interface
– EM-LIGHT expansion module: lighting connecting socket

Connections and status displays 1 Alarm indicator light

2 Sash contact according to EN 14175
3 Connections for control panels or service
4 Connection for the actuator
5 Connection for the sensor system
6 Controller communication
7 Indicator lights for:
communication,
activated terminal resistor,
controller function (heartbeat)
1 8 Connection for fume cupboard interior lighting
2 3 4 5 6 7 1 8

Technical data

Supply voltage 24 V AC/DC ±15%, optional 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power rating
Fume cupboard controller with control panel 35 VA
Room controller 29 VA
Room controller with room control panel 33 VA
with all expansion modules max. 40 VA

Micro fuse 5 × 20 mm 2A slow-acting, 250 V

Diaphragm pressure transducer with room air induction to protect the
Measurement of the flow rates
measuring point
Actuator Rapid response with high resolution, run time for 90° 3 s
Flow rate correction time ≤ 2 s, depending on duct pressure
Time for return of controller readiness after
500 ms
supply voltage failure

Temperature range
Operation 0°C to +50°C
Storage −10°C to +70°C

Humidity
Operation <90%, non-condensing
Storage <90%, non-condensing

Area of application within enclosed rooms

Protection level IP 20
IEC protection class III safety extra-low voltage (SELV)

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 Fume cupboard controller
Specification text for the fume cupboard
controller*
Circular variable volume flow controller made of flame-resistant
polypropylene (PPs) for variable volume flow systems and fume
cupboards. For the flow rate control of extract air containing
contaminated or aggressive materials since all components coming
into contact with the air stream are made of plastic.
... (The complete text can be found in Technical Leaflet No.
5.3/1/EN/..)
Control components:
Electronic controller for demand-based, variable flow rate control
of fume cupboards including the integrated monitoring of the
aerodynamic function according to EN 14175 with optical and
acoustic signalling.
Supported equipment functions:
– FH-VS
Flow rate control on the basis of the measured incoming flow
velocity under consideration of thermal loads. Monitoring of
the flow rate and incoming flow velocity.
– FH-DS
Flow rate control based on the measured opening height of the
sash, with linear characteristic. Monitoring and signalling of the
maximum set sash opening according to EN 14175.
– FH-DV
Safety-optimised flow rate control based on the measured
opening height of the sash. Monitoring and signalling of the
maximum set sash opening according to EN 14175.
– FH-2P
Flow rate control with two setpoint values and monitoring of
the flow rate.
– FH-3P
Flow rate control with three setpoint values and monitoring of
the flow rate.
– FH-F
Constant value flow rate control and monitoring of the flow rate.
Control electronics on microprocessor basis with configuration
settings in EEPROM memory and thus secured in case of power
failure. 5 analogue inputs, 6 floating digital inputs, 3 analogue
outputs, and 6 digital outputs as relay change-over contacts. Static
diaphragm pressure transducer with room air induction to protect the
measuring point. Maintaining of the flow rates through a permanent
setpoint/actual value comparison in a closed loop with a limitation to
minimum and maximum flow rates.
Special characteristics:
– Integrated system and sensor monitoring
– Intelligent communication system (plug-and-play)
– Easy configuration, commissioning, and diagnosis with
user-guided EasyConnect service software
All important communication and periphery connections on the
outside of the casing and thus easy to connect. Indicator lights on
the outside of the casing for alarm display (on both sides), controller
function (heartbeat), and communication.
Communication system with plug-in communication cables,
automatic connection setup without manual network configuration,
easy to expand with additional controllers (usually without
integration issues).
Integration of variable or constant flow rates in the room balance
using analogue signals, switch contacts, or constant values.
Signalling of actual flow rate values, damper blade positions, faults,
and status messages to centralised BMS with analogue or switch
outputs.
Connection of one or two (for fume cupboards with double sided
openings) adaptable EASYLAB control panels BE-SEG-01 or
BE-LCD-01 with optical and acoustic signalling. Acoustic alarm can
be deactivated and limited in terms of time.
Specification text
Alarm monitoring and signalling which is individually configurable,
e.g. for alarm suppression in certain operating modes or compilation
of a consolidated alarm.
Operating mode selection of main control point, room control
panel, or fume cupboard control panel with flexible isolation and
prioritisation options. Supported special operating modes: increased
operation, reduced operation, shut-off, and open position
Additional special functions
– Support of fume cupboards with supportive flow technology
– Safe control of an extract air fume scrubber
– Connection of motion sensors
– Smoke extract function
– Control of the fume cupboard interior lighting
– Control of a sash moving mechanism
– Consideration of diversity factors in connection with
TROX EASYLAB room controllers
5 analogue inputs for connecting the sensor system and integrating
up to 4 variable flow rates.
6 floating digital inputs for the integration of constant flow rates
and/or the control of special functions.
3 analogue outputs for signalling actual flow rates and the controller
damper blade position as well as the total flow rate of the room
(supply or extract air).
1 digital output for flow rate alarm with configurable alarm
conditions.
5 digital outputs for supporting the various special functions.
Rapid response actuator (run time 90° < 3 s)
Supply voltage 24 V AC
Expansion modules:
– EM-TRF
Supply voltage 230 V AC
– EM-TRF
Supply voltage 230 V AC with uninterruptible power supply.
Range of functions in UPS operation: alarm in case of power
supply failure, monitoring and alarm for the controller function,
continuation of normal control operation or, alternatively: open
position, shut-off, or lock damper blade position.
– EM-AUTOZERO
Automatic zero point correction
– EM-LON
LonWorks interface
– EM-LIGHT
Connection socket for simple connection of the fume cupboard
interior lighting
* Text for a volume flow controller type TVLK with EASYLAB
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Order code

Order code

TVLK / 250 / GK / ELAB / FH-VS / U L Z S / 500 – 900 m³/h

Air terminal unit¹ Module expansions Operating values

Type Option 1 FH-VS –
Nominal size Supply voltage FH-DS min – max
24 V AC, no entry required FH-D min – max
ccessories FH-2P –
T EM-TRF
Control components 230 V AC FH-3P – –
ELAB EASYLAB controller with rapid U EM-TRF-USV FH-F Constant value
response actuator 230 V AC with uninterrupted
Equipment function for power supply
fume cupboard control Option 2
FH-VS With incoming air flow sensor, LonWorks interface
incoming air flow velocity None, no entry required
control strategy L EM-LON
FH-DS With sash position sensor,
Option 3
linear control strategy
Automatic zero balance
FH-DV With sash position sensor,
safety-optimised control None, no entry required
strategy Z EM-AUTOZERO
FH-2P With switching stages via Solenoid valve for automatic
switch contacts (switches by zero balance
others), Two-point control Option 4
FH-3P With switching stages via Wired socket for lighting control
switch contacts (switches by None, no entry required
others), Three-point control S EM-LIGHT
FH-F Control of a fixed flow rate Wired socket for lighting control
¹ Entries to relate to the air terminal unit

Order example for the EASYLAB fume cupboard

controller
Volume flow controller type TVLK, plastic controller PP,
nominal size 250 mm, with flanges and matching flanges
EASYLAB control component with rapid response actuator,
fume cupboard control, and free issue velocity transducer
provided.
Expansions: supply voltage 230 V AC, automatic zero
balance, connecting socket for fume cupboard interior
lighting.
Operating values: Vmin = 300 m³/h and Vmax = 1,200 m³/h

Make: TROX
Type: TVLK-FL / 250-0 / GK / ELAB / FH-VS / TZS / 300 – 1200 m³/h

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Specification text for room controller*
Variable volume flow controller in circular construction for variable
volume flow systems, for supply or extract air, in 7 nominal sizes.
Consisting of the casing with control damper, differential pressure
sensor, and control components. Control damper closed blade
leakage complies with EN 1751, Class 4 (nominal sizes 100 and
125, class 3). Position of the control damper blade visible from the
outside on the shaft extension.
... (The complete text can be found in Technical Leaflet No. 5/3/EN/..)
Control components:
Electronic controller for demand-based, variable flow rate control of
supply or extract air in laboratories and for various tasks in hospitals
and clean rooms.
Supported equipment functions:
– RE / LAB
Control of the room extract air and limitation of the total extract air
flow rate of the room to a defined value. The flow rates of all
extract air controllers are taken into consideration. If a difference in
comparison with the required total extract air flow rate exists, this
difference will be controlled with the room extract.
– RS / LAB
Control of the demand-based supply air flow rate related to the
current overall extract air flow rate of the room. In the process, a
configurable difference to achieve the underpressure required in
DIN 1946, Part 7, is taken into consideration.
– PC / LAB
Linking of the closed loops for room air balance and pressure
for rapid response and stable differential control. The difference
between supply and extract air is variable in the case of differential
pressure control.
Control electronics on microprocessor basis with configuration
settings in EEPROM memory and thus secured in case of power
failure. 5 analogue inputs, 6 floating digital inputs, 3 analogue
outputs, and 6 digital outputs as relay change-over contacts. Static
diaphragm pressure transducer with room air induction to protect the
measuring point. Maintaining of the flow rates through a permanent
setpoint/actual value comparison in a closed loop with a limitation to
minimum and maximum flow rates.
Special characteristics:
– Integrated system and sensor monitoring
– Intelligent communication system (plug-and-play)
– Easy configuration, commissioning, and diagnosis with
user-guided EasyConnect service software
All important communication and periphery connections on the
outside of the casing and thus easy to connect. Indicator lights on
the outside of the casing for alarm display (on both sides), controller
function (heartbeat), and communication.
Communication system with plug-in communication cables,
automatic connection setup without manual network configuration,
easy to expand with additional controllers (usually without integration
issues).
Integration of variable or constant flow rates in the room balance
using analogue signals, switch contacts, or constant values.
Signalling of actual flow rate values, damper blade positions, faults,
and status messages to centralised BMS with analogue or switch
outputs.
Alarm monitoring and signalling which is individually configurable,
e.g. for alarm suppression in certain operating modes or compilation
of a consolidated alarm.
Balancing of up to 24 controllers on the communication cable (fume
cupboards, extract air, supply air). Automatic distribution of the
extract or supply air flow rates across several EASYLAB controllers
for one room or alterative individually configurable distribution.
Room controller
Specification text
Additional functions with activated room management function:
– Connection of one or two adaptable EASYLAB room control
panels BE-LCD-01
– Central operating mode selection for all controllers in a room
– Central transfer point for individual or consolidated faults
– Monitoring of the room functions for an exceedence of the
minimum total extract air flow rate and exceedence of the total
extract air flow rate (diversity)
– Limitation of the total extract air flow rate (diversity control)
– Operating mode selection of main control point, room control
panel, or fume cupboard control panel with flexible lisolation
and prioritisation options. Supported special operating modes:
increased operation, reduced operation, shut-off, and open
position
– Central configuration of the room parameters
– Flow rate change for temperature control
– Flow rate change for external pressure control
– Connection of the pressure transducer for differential pressure
control
– Individually configurable consolidated alarms
5 analogue inputs for connecting the sensor system and integrating
up to 4 variable flow rates or, in case the room management function
is activated, for connection of the temperature flow rate change, the
pressure flow rate change, or the pressure transducer.
6 volt-free digital inputs for the integration of constant flow rates or, in
case the room management function is activated, for room operating
mode selection and prioritisation, switchover between two setpoint
pressure values, or the connection of a door contact.
3 analogue outputs for the signalling first actual flow rate, second
controller damper blade position and third total extract air flow rate,
or total supply air flow rate, or setpoint value of the total supply air
flow rate
1 digital output for flow rate alarm with configurable alarm conditions.
5 digital outputs for supporting the activated room management
function: configurable consolidated alarm, pressure alarm (in case of
differential pressure control), or lighting control.
Rapid response actuator (run time 90° < 3 s)
Supply voltage 24 V AC
Expansion modules:
– EM-TRF
Supply voltage 230 V AC
– EM-TRF-USV
Supply voltage 230 V AC with uninterruptible power supply.
Range of functions in UPS operation: alarm in case of power
supply failure, monitoring and alarm for the controller function,
continuation of balancing function and normal control operation
or, alternatively: open position, shut-off, or lock damper blade
position.
– EM-AUTOZERO
Automatic zero point correction
– EM-LON
LonWorks interface for the integration of the room into a higher
level network.
* Text for a volume flow controller type TVR with EASYLAB
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Order code

Order code

TVR / 250 / FL / ELAB / RS / U L Z / LAB /

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Air terminal unit¹ Module expansions Application

Type Option 1 LAB Laboratory
Nominal size Supply voltage LAB-RMF Laboratory with room
24 V AC, no entry required management function
ccessories
T EM-TRF 10 Operating values
Control components 230 V AC LAB no paramters
ELAB EASYLAB controller with rapid U EM-TRF-USV LAB-RMF 7 parameters
response actuator 230 V AC with uninterrupted Flow rate in m³/h, pressure in Pa
quipment function power supply – Total room extract air
for room control – standard operation
Option 2 – Total room extract air
RS Supply air control LonWorks interface – reduced operation
(Room Supply) None, no entry required – Total room extract air
RE Extract air control L EM-LON – increased operation
(Room Extract) – Constant room supply air
Option 3
PC Pressure control – Constant room extract air
Automatic zero balance
– Supply-extract air difference
None, no entry required – Room pressure (only for rooms with a
Z EM-AUTOZERO pressure controller)
Solenoid valve for automatic
zero balance

¹ Entries to relate to the air terminal unit

Subject to change · All rights reserved © TROX GmbH (9/2011)

Order example for the EASYLAB room controller

Circular volume flow controller type TVRD with acoustic
cladding and flange on both ends, nominal size 160.
EASYLAB control component with rapid response actuator,
supply air control for laboratories (extract air system)
Expansions: automatic zero balance.
Supply voltage 24 V AC.

Make: TROX
Type: TVRD-FL /160/ ELAB / RS / Z / LAB

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