bd6 Product Data Submittal PDF 72
bd6 Product Data Submittal PDF 72
bd6 Product Data Submittal PDF 72
BD6 BACKDRAFT DAMPER
Extruded Aluminum
APPLICATION
The BD6 backdraft damper is designed for medium to heavy duty commercial
HVAC applications. Vertical mount allows horizontal airflow relief in one direc-
tion, but prevents reverse airflow in opposite direction. Air pressure differential
opens damper, while gravity closes it. The BD6 conforms with the International
Energy Conservation Code (IECC), and ASHRAE 90.1 leakage requirements
for non-motorized dampers.
B
Height*
A
Width*
Air Flow
*W & H dimensions are supplied with 1/4” (6) deduct standard
A = width B - height HORIZONTAL MOUNT
(Upward air flow only)
Spec BD6-918/Replaces BD6-518 ALL STATED SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OR OBLIGATION. © Ruskin September 2018
PERFORMANCE DATA
Ruskin Company certifies model BD6 is licensed to bear the AMCA seal. The ratings shown are based on tests and
procedures performed in accordance with AMCA Publication 511 and comply with the requirements of the AMCA
Certified Ratings Program (CRP). The AMCA CRP Seal applies to Air Leakage and Air Performance Ratings.
Test Information
• Air Leakage is based on operation between 32ºF and 120ºF (0ºC and 48ºC)
• Tests for air leakage were conducted in accordance with ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D, Figure 5.5, in the intake direction
• Air performance testing conducted in accordance with ANSI/AMCA Standard 500-D, Figure 5.5
Air Leakage
• Model BD6 with a width and height 24" (610) or greater leak a maximum of: - 9.8 cfm/ft2 or less at 1" w.g.
• Model BD6 with a width or height less than 24" (610) leak a maximum of: - 23 cfm/ft2 or less at 1" w.g.
Air Performance
Performance data results from testing a 24" x 24" damper in accordance with AMCA Standard 500-D using
Figure 5.5. All data has been corrected to represent standard air at 0.075 lb/ft2 (1.201 kg/m3).
Pressure Drop
24" x 24" (610 x 610) Damper
Velocity vs Pressure Drop
PERFORMANCE DATA
21/4"
(57)
STATIC PRESSURE
CONTROL (SPC)
Hand knob allows spring
tension to be adjusted
31/8"
Max.
(79)
SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION
Furnish and install at locations on plans or in accordance with Bearings shall be corrosion resistant long life synthetic for quiet
schedules heavy duty backdraft dampers that meet the following operation. Linkage shall be 1/2" (13) tie bar with stainless steel
minimum construction standards. Frame shall be .125" (3.2) wall pivot pins. Damper shall be in all respects equivalent to
thickness 6063T6 extruded aluminum. Frame shall have galva- Ruskin BD6.
nized steel braces at all corners. Specifier select damper shall have SPC field-adjustable static-
Blades shall be .070" (1.8) wall thickness 6063T6 extruded alu- pressure control to maintain pressures in ranges from .25" w.g. to
minum. Blade edge seals shall be extruded vinyl mechanically .75" w.g. Minimum damper size for BD6 with SPC is 12" x 12" (305
locked into blade edge. Adhesive type seals are unacceptable. x 305).
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
1. When used in fan discharge applications, damper should be Multiple section damper assemblies may require bracingto support
located at least one-half the fan diameter away from the fan. the weight of the assembly and to hold againstsystem pressure.
Ruskin recommends appropriate bracing tosupport the weight of
2. For proper operation, damper must be installed square and
the assembly and to hold against systempressure. Ruskin recom-
free from racking.
mends appropriate bracing to supportthe damper horizontally at
3. Bracing of multiple section assemblies: The BD6 is intended least once for every 8 feet of damperwidth. Vertical assemblies and
to be self supporting only in the largest single section size. higher system pressures mayrequire more bracing.