Balancing Valves
AB-QM

                /- Reduced Costs<br/>- Easy Setting<br/>- Perfect Control<br/>- Two in one<br/>- Compact Design<br/>- Can be controlled by Thermal Actuator and Programmable Thermostat<br/><br/><br/>The AB-QM can be used seperately as an automatic flow limiter valve or as a combined flow limiter and control valve when fitted with an actuator. In addition, the setting is extremely user friendly and reliable, making the AB-QM maintenance free. <br/><br/>The AB-QM valve is the obvious choice for balancing and controlling terminal units such as fan-coils, chilled ceilings and air handling units.  For the Commissioning Engineer it is straight forward to set the maximum designed flow - just turn the presetting scale at the desired flow. A built-in diaphragm then maintains a constant low differential pressure across the setting cone on the AB-QM. This ensures that the maximum set flow is not exceeded. <br/><br/>Upgrading the valve<br/>By fitting the AB-QM valve with one of four different types of Danfoss actuators, the AB-QM valve is upgraded to a control valve with full authority supplying both temperature control and flow balancing in one valve. As a result, the AB-QM can be used in all cooling and heating applications.<br/><br/>Due to the low differential pressure across the setting cone it is possible to use small actuators with a low closing force.<br/>
- Reduced Costs
- Easy Setting
- Perfect Control
- Two in one
- Compact Design
- Can be controlled by Thermal Actuator and Programmable Thermostat


The AB-QM can be used seperately as an automatic flow limiter valve or as a combined flow limiter and control valve when fitted with an actuator. In addition, the setting is extremely user friendly and reliable, making the AB-QM maintenance free.

The AB-QM valve is the obvious choice for balancing and controlling terminal units such as fan-coils, chilled ceilings and air handling units. For the Commissioning Engineer it is straight forward to set the maximum designed flow - just turn the presetting scale at the desired flow. A built-in diaphragm then maintains a constant low differential pressure across the setting cone on the AB-QM. This ensures that the maximum set flow is not exceeded.

Upgrading the valve
By fitting the AB-QM valve with one of four different types of Danfoss actuators, the AB-QM valve is upgraded to a control valve with full authority supplying both temperature control and flow balancing in one valve. As a result, the AB-QM can be used in all cooling and heating applications.

Due to the low differential pressure across the setting cone it is possible to use small actuators with a low closing force.
AB-QM
                /Thermal actuator for Danfoss automatic flow limiter type AB-QM and for valve type VZL
Thermal actuator for Danfoss automatic flow limiter type AB-QM and for valve type VZL
TWA-Z Thermal Actuator
                /The modulated thermal actuator ABNM is used in direct digital controlled (DDC) systems with 0 <br/>  10 volt control voltage. ABNM apply both in heating and cooling systems.<br/><br/>Please Note: To fit this actuator on an AB-QM DN10-DN32 you will need to order the adapter - see accessories.
The modulated thermal actuator ABNM is used in direct digital controlled (DDC) systems with 0
10 volt control voltage. ABNM apply both in heating and cooling systems.

Please Note: To fit this actuator on an AB-QM DN10-DN32 you will need to order the adapter - see accessories.
ABNM Valve Actuator
                /AMV(E) 110 NL and AMV(E) 120 NL actuators are used 0-10V and 3-point gear actuators that combine with AB-QM (sizes DN10-DN32) fo superb control.<br/><br/>
AMV(E) 110 NL and AMV(E) 120 NL actuators are used 0-10V and 3-point gear actuators that combine with AB-QM (sizes DN10-DN32) fo superb control.

AME 110NL and AMV 110NL
                /The AME QM actuators are used with the AB-QM pressure independent balancing and control valve. DN40 to DN100: AME 15 QM <br/>DN125 and DN150: AME 55 QM<br/>DN200 and DN250: AME 85 QM<br/><br/>The actuators automatically adapt the stroke to the valve end positions which reduces commissioning time. They are very flexible actuators, which can be controlled by all types of control signals like voltage, current and 3-point.
The AME QM actuators are used with the AB-QM pressure independent balancing and control valve. DN40 to DN100: AME 15 QM
DN125 and DN150: AME 55 QM
DN200 and DN250: AME 85 QM

The actuators automatically adapt the stroke to the valve end positions which reduces commissioning time. They are very flexible actuators, which can be controlled by all types of control signals like voltage, current and 3-point.
AME15QM
                /The AME QM actuators are used with the AB-QM pressure independent balancing and control valve. DN40 to DN100: AME 15 QM <br/>DN125 and DN150: AME 55 QM<br/>DN200 and DN250: AME 85 QM<br/><br/>The actuators automatically adapt the stroke to the valve end positions which reduces commissioning time. They are very flexible actuators, which can be controlled by all types of control signals like voltage, current and 3-point.
The AME QM actuators are used with the AB-QM pressure independent balancing and control valve. DN40 to DN100: AME 15 QM
DN125 and DN150: AME 55 QM
DN200 and DN250: AME 85 QM

The actuators automatically adapt the stroke to the valve end positions which reduces commissioning time. They are very flexible actuators, which can be controlled by all types of control signals like voltage, current and 3-point.
AME55QM
                /The AME QM actuators are used with the AB-QM pressure independent balancing and control valve. DN40 to DN100: AME 15 QM <br/>DN125 and DN150: AME 55 QM<br/>DN200 and DN250: AME 85 QM<br/><br/>The actuators automatically adapt the stroke to the valve end positions which reduces commissioning time. They are very flexible actuators, which can be controlled by all types of control signals like voltage, current and 3-point.
The AME QM actuators are used with the AB-QM pressure independent balancing and control valve. DN40 to DN100: AME 15 QM
DN125 and DN150: AME 55 QM
DN200 and DN250: AME 85 QM

The actuators automatically adapt the stroke to the valve end positions which reduces commissioning time. They are very flexible actuators, which can be controlled by all types of control signals like voltage, current and 3-point.
AME85QM
                /• Non-electric proportional control<br/>• Direct acting valve controller<br/>• Easy set and install process<br/>• Suitable for ABQM valves DN10–DN20 <br/>• Range limiting function<br/><br/>The FEV-Z climate sensor is a proportional controller which opens or closes an ABQM automatic flow limiter valve dependant on the difference in temperature from the set-point. If<br/>the temperature in the room is equal or below setpoint then the valve will remain open, closing should the space temperature increase above set-point.<br/>The FEV-Z is used in climate systems with ceiling, floor or radiator heating.
• Non-electric proportional control
• Direct acting valve controller
• Easy set and install process
• Suitable for ABQM valves DN10–DN20
• Range limiting function

The FEV-Z climate sensor is a proportional controller which opens or closes an ABQM automatic flow limiter valve dependant on the difference in temperature from the set-point. If
the temperature in the room is equal or below setpoint then the valve will remain open, closing should the space temperature increase above set-point.
The FEV-Z is used in climate systems with ceiling, floor or radiator heating.
FEV-Z - ABQM Climate Sensor
                /QT is a self-acting thermostatic actuator designed to be used in combination with ABQM in one-pipe heating systems.<br/>ABQM together with QT converts a one-pipe heating system into an energy efficient variable flow system, where flow in the risers is dynamically<br/>adjusted to match the load in the riser by control of return water temperature.<br/>QT is dedicated to be used with ABQM automatic balancing and control valve.<br/>ABQM together with QT is a complete one-pipe solution: ABQT.
QT is a self-acting thermostatic actuator designed to be used in combination with ABQM in one-pipe heating systems.
ABQM together with QT converts a one-pipe heating system into an energy efficient variable flow system, where flow in the risers is dynamically
adjusted to match the load in the riser by control of return water temperature.
QT is dedicated to be used with ABQM automatic balancing and control valve.
ABQM together with QT is a complete one-pipe solution: ABQT.
QT Self-Acting Thermostatic Actuator
                /ASV-I is a combined adjustment and shut-off valve designed for installation in the flow pipe. It incorporates flow limitation so that it can be set for required maximum flow in the riser.  <br/>ASV-I is supplied with rectus measuring nipples so that flow in the pipe can be measured.<br/>ASV-I and ASV-P(V) is connected via an impulse tube, and thereby giving a constant differential pressure across the riser and ASV-I. This way it is possible to control the maximum flow for each riser, and ensuring distribution between them.
ASV-I is a combined adjustment and shut-off valve designed for installation in the flow pipe. It incorporates flow limitation so that it can be set for required maximum flow in the riser.
ASV-I is supplied with rectus measuring nipples so that flow in the pipe can be measured.
ASV-I and ASV-P(V) is connected via an impulse tube, and thereby giving a constant differential pressure across the riser and ASV-I. This way it is possible to control the maximum flow for each riser, and ensuring distribution between them.
ASV-I
                /ASV-M is a shut-off valve designed for installation in the flow pipe. It has a threaded connection for the impulse tube from ASV-P(V) and blanking plugs that can be replaced by measuring nipples if the flow in the pipe is to be measured.
ASV-M is a shut-off valve designed for installation in the flow pipe. It has a threaded connection for the impulse tube from ASV-P(V) and blanking plugs that can be replaced by measuring nipples if the flow in the pipe is to be measured.
ASV-M
                /ASV-PV is a automatic balancing valve that maintains constant differential pressure across the riser. ASV-PV can be set to control the differential pressure in several Dp setting ranges: Between 5 to 25 kPa (10 kPa factory setting), 20 to 40 kPa (30 kPa), 35 to 75 kPa (60 kPa), and 60 to 100 kPa (80 kPa). When supplied ASV-PV is set at factory setting. It incorporates a shut-off function and a drain cock. ASV-PV is designed for installation in the return pipe.
ASV-PV is a automatic balancing valve that maintains constant differential pressure across the riser. ASV-PV can be set to control the differential pressure in several Dp setting ranges: Between 5 to 25 kPa (10 kPa factory setting), 20 to 40 kPa (30 kPa), 35 to 75 kPa (60 kPa), and 60 to 100 kPa (80 kPa). When supplied ASV-PV is set at factory setting. It incorporates a shut-off function and a drain cock. ASV-PV is designed for installation in the return pipe.
ASV-PV
                /LENO™ MSV-O is a new generation of manual valves for balancing flow in heating, cooling and domestic hot water systems.<br/><br/>LENO™ MSV-O is a combined presetting and shut off valve with a range of unique features:<br/><br/>• Fixed venturi orifice.<br/>• Removable hand wheel for easy mounting.<br/>• Numeric presetting scale, visible from more angles.<br/>• Easy locking of presetting.<br/>• Built-in measuring nipples for 3mm needles.<br/>• Open-close with Allen key in emergency.<br/>• Open-closed colour indicator.<br/><br/>It is recommended to use LENO™ MSV-O in constant<br/>flow systems in front of boilers, flat stations or heat pumps in one-family houses for balancing,<br/>shut-off function for service and repair, flow verification, one pipe systems. The valve may be mounted in flow or return.<br/><br/>All dimensions are available with internal thread.
LENO™ MSV-O is a new generation of manual valves for balancing flow in heating, cooling and domestic hot water systems.

LENO™ MSV-O is a combined presetting and shut off valve with a range of unique features:

• Fixed venturi orifice.
• Removable hand wheel for easy mounting.
• Numeric presetting scale, visible from more angles.
• Easy locking of presetting.
• Built-in measuring nipples for 3mm needles.
• Open-close with Allen key in emergency.
• Open-closed colour indicator.

It is recommended to use LENO™ MSV-O in constant
flow systems in front of boilers, flat stations or heat pumps in one-family houses for balancing,
shut-off function for service and repair, flow verification, one pipe systems. The valve may be mounted in flow or return.

All dimensions are available with internal thread.
LENO™ MSV-O
                /LENO™ MSV-BD is a new generation of manual valves for balancing flow in heating, cooling and domestic hot water systems. These combined presetting and shut off valve have a range of unique features.<br/>It is recommended to use LENO™ MSV-BD in constant flow systems. The valve may be mounted in flow or return.<br/>DN15 and 20 valves are available with internal or external thread. Other dimensions with internal thread.
LENO™ MSV-BD is a new generation of manual valves for balancing flow in heating, cooling and domestic hot water systems. These combined presetting and shut off valve have a range of unique features.
It is recommended to use LENO™ MSV-BD in constant flow systems. The valve may be mounted in flow or return.
DN15 and 20 valves are available with internal or external thread. Other dimensions with internal thread.
LENO™ MSV-BD
                /This product group comprises temperature, surface and immersion sensors with 2-wire devices. All connections are inter-changeable.
This product group comprises temperature, surface and immersion sensors with 2-wire devices. All connections are inter-changeable.
Sensor Options
                /LENO™ MSV-S is a new generation of partner valves for all manual balancing in the LENO™ family.<br/>The MSV-BD/O valves can be coupled with a simple shut-off fitting, which is the MSV-S multifunctional ball valve. The usual function of a conventional ball valve is extended by such features as DZR (Zinc free brass) valve body, full closure, filling/draining (Large capacity), two directional handle rotation, removable handle for the ease of installation, large capacity and if required pressure measuring possibility.<br/>
LENO™ MSV-S is a new generation of partner valves for all manual balancing in the LENO™ family.
The MSV-BD/O valves can be coupled with a simple shut-off fitting, which is the MSV-S multifunctional ball valve. The usual function of a conventional ball valve is extended by such features as DZR (Zinc free brass) valve body, full closure, filling/draining (Large capacity), two directional handle rotation, removable handle for the ease of installation, large capacity and if required pressure measuring possibility.
LENO™ MSV-S
                /The MSV-F2 is the second generation of flanged manual balancing valves from Danfoss. The MSV-F2 can be used in numerous HVAC applications such as Air Handling Units, fan coil systems, boiler stations etc.<br/>The MSV-F2 is compact by design, with excellent flow characteristics making it an ideal valve for almost any situation where a larger sized manual balancing valve is needed. It is made of cast iron and operates within the temperature range of -10 to 130°C.<br/>All MSV-F2 valves have flow limitation via a built in stroke limiter and enable a constant pressure drop in constant flow systems.
The MSV-F2 is the second generation of flanged manual balancing valves from Danfoss. The MSV-F2 can be used in numerous HVAC applications such as Air Handling Units, fan coil systems, boiler stations etc.
The MSV-F2 is compact by design, with excellent flow characteristics making it an ideal valve for almost any situation where a larger sized manual balancing valve is needed. It is made of cast iron and operates within the temperature range of -10 to 130°C.
All MSV-F2 valves have flow limitation via a built in stroke limiter and enable a constant pressure drop in constant flow systems.
MSV-F2
                /The MTCV is a thermostatic, self-acting, proportional valve. It provides thermostatic balancing of hot-water systems within the temperature range of 35 - 60 degrees C.<br/><br/>It enables temperature measurement and is designed to prevent unwanted tampering. A shut-off function of the circulation riser is possible by means of optional fittings with a built-in ball valve.<br/><br/>Modular upgrading of the MTCV valve is possible during operation under pressurized conditions. When servicing becomes necessary the calibrated thermo-element can be replaced.<br/>
The MTCV is a thermostatic, self-acting, proportional valve. It provides thermostatic balancing of hot-water systems within the temperature range of 35 - 60 degrees C.

It enables temperature measurement and is designed to prevent unwanted tampering. A shut-off function of the circulation riser is possible by means of optional fittings with a built-in ball valve.

Modular upgrading of the MTCV valve is possible during operation under pressurized conditions. When servicing becomes necessary the calibrated thermo-element can be replaced.
MTCV
                /The thermostatic mixing valve TVM-H can be used with different types of storage and instant water <br/>heaters for heating applications.<br/><br/>It limits and maintains constant levels of mixing temperatures in heating systems. The thermostatic valve ensures a constant temperature of the mixed water.
The thermostatic mixing valve TVM-H can be used with different types of storage and instant water
heaters for heating applications.

It limits and maintains constant levels of mixing temperatures in heating systems. The thermostatic valve ensures a constant temperature of the mixed water.
TVM-H
                /The TVM-W is a self-acting mixing valve that provides mixed water at a constant temperature. It is used to instantly supply water at a required temperature.<br/><br/>It is suitable for single outlets (e.g. baths, basins, showers and bidets) or small numbers of grouped outlets.<br/><br/>The TVM-W safety function ensures a high level of protection from scalding which is important especially in hospitals, schools or multi-family houses (e.g. in case of Legionella disinfections).
The TVM-W is a self-acting mixing valve that provides mixed water at a constant temperature. It is used to instantly supply water at a required temperature.

It is suitable for single outlets (e.g. baths, basins, showers and bidets) or small numbers of grouped outlets.

The TVM-W safety function ensures a high level of protection from scalding which is important especially in hospitals, schools or multi-family houses (e.g. in case of Legionella disinfections).
TVM-W
                /
Accessories for Hot-water Valves
                /- Easy to set, self acting flow controller<br/>- Opens on rising differential pressure<br/>- DN15, DN20, DN25<br/>- Setting range of 0.05 to 0.5 bar<br/>- Internal/External thread variants<br/>- Improves system efficiency <br/>- Maintains minimum flow rates through boiler and pump<br/>- Essential in low water content boiler systems<br/><br/>The AVDO range of automatic bypass valves can be used as either differential pressure controls or to provide a minimum flow through a system.<br/>Many boiler manufacturers are now insisting that a bypass be fitted in all installations to ensure that the volume of water circulating through the boiler does not fall to below a predefined<br/>minimum, regardless of the load on the system. Recognising the energy efficiency advantage of such controls the Building Regulations now require in both new-build and boiler replacement<br/>contexts, where a bypass is specified by the boiler manufacturer, that an automatic bypass is fitted. Automatic bypass valves improve system<br/>efficiency by opening only when there is a need to bypass water, this usually occurs at times of part load when radiator thermostats in the system are partly closed and water flow around the boiler is restricted. In addition to ensuring adequate flow around the boiler, automatic bypass valves also prevent pump pressure from climbing<br/>significantly above design levels, thus reducing the risk of noise in the system.<br/>Available in a variety of sizes, the capacity of this range of valves is very high with large but linear changes in water throughput for relatively small increases in differential pressure. This<br/>allows a 15mm valve to be used in situations where 22mm valves are normally required.<br/><br/>Setting Range 0.05 - 0.5 bar<br/>Max. differential pressure 0.5 bar<br/>Operation pressure PN 10<br/>Max. flow temperature 120°C<br/>Max. leakage at closed valve 50 l/h
- Easy to set, self acting flow controller
- Opens on rising differential pressure
- DN15, DN20, DN25
- Setting range of 0.05 to 0.5 bar
- Internal/External thread variants
- Improves system efficiency
- Maintains minimum flow rates through boiler and pump
- Essential in low water content boiler systems

The AVDO range of automatic bypass valves can be used as either differential pressure controls or to provide a minimum flow through a system.
Many boiler manufacturers are now insisting that a bypass be fitted in all installations to ensure that the volume of water circulating through the boiler does not fall to below a predefined
minimum, regardless of the load on the system. Recognising the energy efficiency advantage of such controls the Building Regulations now require in both new-build and boiler replacement
contexts, where a bypass is specified by the boiler manufacturer, that an automatic bypass is fitted. Automatic bypass valves improve system
efficiency by opening only when there is a need to bypass water, this usually occurs at times of part load when radiator thermostats in the system are partly closed and water flow around the boiler is restricted. In addition to ensuring adequate flow around the boiler, automatic bypass valves also prevent pump pressure from climbing
significantly above design levels, thus reducing the risk of noise in the system.
Available in a variety of sizes, the capacity of this range of valves is very high with large but linear changes in water throughput for relatively small increases in differential pressure. This
allows a 15mm valve to be used in situations where 22mm valves are normally required.

Setting Range 0.05 - 0.5 bar
Max. differential pressure 0.5 bar
Operation pressure PN 10
Max. flow temperature 120°C
Max. leakage at closed valve 50 l/h
AVDO
                /PFM 4000 is a system for measuring flow and performing hydronic balancing in heating, cooling and domestic hot water systems. PFM 4000 can also<br/>be used for measuring pressure and temperature.<br/>The PFM 4000 system includes a main pressure unit, which is connected to the valve, and a computing unit.<br/>The main pressure unit is measuring flow, pressure and temperature and transmitting the collected data to the computing unit.<br/>PFM 4000 comes in two versions:<br/>• PFM 4000 Standard, with wireless Bluetooth connection (up to 20m transmission range)<br/>• PFM 4000 Multi-source, with wireless radio transmission (up to 30m transmission range, expandable to 300m with routers)<br/>PFM 4000 contains data for all Danfoss balancing valves as well as for valves from Cimberio, Comap, Esbe, Heimeier, Herz, Honeywell, Oras, Oventrop, Quitus, TA Hydronics and others.
PFM 4000 is a system for measuring flow and performing hydronic balancing in heating, cooling and domestic hot water systems. PFM 4000 can also
be used for measuring pressure and temperature.
The PFM 4000 system includes a main pressure unit, which is connected to the valve, and a computing unit.
The main pressure unit is measuring flow, pressure and temperature and transmitting the collected data to the computing unit.
PFM 4000 comes in two versions:
• PFM 4000 Standard, with wireless Bluetooth connection (up to 20m transmission range)
• PFM 4000 Multi-source, with wireless radio transmission (up to 30m transmission range, expandable to 300m with routers)
PFM 4000 contains data for all Danfoss balancing valves as well as for valves from Cimberio, Comap, Esbe, Heimeier, Herz, Honeywell, Oras, Oventrop, Quitus, TA Hydronics and others.
PFM 4000 measuring instrument
Danfoss balancing valves - Experience competence solutions

Danfoss balancing valves - Experience competence solutions

Danfoss has a lifetime of experience working with valves for heating and cooling systems. This extensive pool of knowledge is applied to our range of balancing valves.
 
Consequently, we today have a very competitive product portfolio enabling us to continue and intensify our market development activities and pass on our profound technical knowledge on heating, cooling and domestic hot water systems to our customer's worldwide.
 
By these means we ensure hydronic balancing all the time and everywhere.

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