VRF Series. The most advanced commercial air conditioning system

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1 VRF Series The most advanced commercial air conditioning system

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3 4 The most advanced commercial air conditioning solution As a world-wide leader in electronics Toshiba not only develops new technologies but provides products and systems that improve health and comfort. Our objective is to serve the needs of all, our customers, shareholders and employees, by implementing forwardlooking corporate strategies in a responsible and responsive manner. As good corporate citizens, we seek to further the goals of society. By developing innovative technologies focused on electronics and energy, we strive to create products and services that enhance human life and lead to a thriving, healthy society. We constantly seek new ways to help realise the goals of the world s community, including global environmental challenges. By the 1980s Toshiba had a broad product offering. Toshiba was the first to introduce the inverter driven unit in 1981 and the twin-rotary in Toshiba entered the VRF market in 1993 with the advanced two-pipe Super Multi system, and after a very fast upgrading, in 2004 launched the new Super Modular Multi system, optimised for use with energyefficient, non-ozone-depleting R410A refrigerant, followed by the Super Heat Recovery Multi, the 3 pipe modular system. In 2006 Toshiba completed the current VRF range with the addition of the new compact MiNi-SMMS system, this is a flexible system that bridges the capacity gap between VRF and Multi systems ideal for commercial and private applications. For the last 47 years Toshiba s ambitious objective has been to design and manufacture the most state-of-the-art air conditioning, with innovative technologies in all areas. From superior performance to reduced power consumption, from air treatment to expert assistance. VRF technology offers the best solution for large commercial and industrial buildings: including hotels, hospitals, leisure and shopping centres. The dual inverter guarantees high efficiency levels, operating flexibility and reduced maintenance requirements. The wide range of indoor units makes VRF system the most flexible choice to satisfy any kind of requirement.

4 5 Toshiba: VRF delivers maximum power and energy savings With the new generation of Variable Refrigerant Flow units, MiNi-SMMS, SMMS cooling only and heat pump and SHRM heat recovery ranges, Toshiba sets new technological standards, incorporating DC twinrotary s in all outdoor units, compatible with the highdensity refrigerant R-410A. Thanks to the use of these dual- systems, the system operation load is distributed more evenly, with a special controller regulating the operating sequence of outdoor units and individual s. This innovative technology also allows optimisation and balancing of the operating time for each component, considerably enhancing the reliability of the complete system. When the system is in operation, the latest Toshiba control systems select the heat exchanger and to supply the required capacity in the most efficient way. This operating method continuously optimises the power input compared with a traditional on/off system and can reduce it by up to 30%. DC Twin-rotary in all outdoor units Vector controlled inverter DC Fan motor All combination outdoor units fitted with DC twin rotary (switched to all inverters type) R410A VRF outdoor units

5 6 Business Only quality, pure and simple Toshiba has been studying, designing and creating innovative air conditioning systems for 30 years and as a result has always offered the highest performance in the market. Quality and technology have always been Toshiba s strength and will remain the trademark that will differentiate Toshiba air conditioners from the competition. This is the philosophy behind every Toshiba product. With the use of the special inverter controlled s, the new MiNi-SMMS, SMMS and SHRM ranges offer a significant reduction in mechanical and electrical stress. This is due to the more gradual start-up compared with traditional on/off Energy savings according to Toshiba s, increasing the durability and reliability of the components. SMMS and SHRM models also feature the active Oil Management System that constantly checks the oil level in each and automatically transfers oil from another outdoor unit, if an oil shortage is detected in any. The advanced electronic technology in these systems permits capacity control that results in significant energy savings. This objective is achieved thanks to the use of sophisticated inverter control and modulating control valves in each indoor unit. These permit linear variation of the refrigerant flow in any circuit, directly proportional to the thermal load, resulting in further energy savings. In fact the power input of the outdoor Compactness and beyond unit is dramatically reduced with the heat load reduction in the areas served. Another factor of energy savings and management cost savings is that the systems are sized for the maximum load, and usually operate at part load. In 2006, Toshiba complemented the VRF range with the addition of the new compact MiNi-SMMS system. This new range has been designed to guarantee the most flexible solutions for both commercial and private applications. VRF offers important features: performance, low noise levels, sophisticated and precise control systems, energy savings and respect for the environment. In fact, Toshiba s commitment to the research and the development of new technologies grants always the maximum care of the environment: all the VRF systems are designed to operate with nonozone-depleting refrigerant (R-410A) and the sophisticated dual inverter control.

6 Unlimited flexibility Optimised product choice The ultimate inverter system Minimised consumption Precision is our top priority Sophisticated inverter control permits matching the actual refrigerant flow to the capacity required by the application for each indoor unit. This results in optimised efficiency of the refrigerant cycle and increased precision in maintaining the required temperature, improving comfort for the occupants. The required capacity and the related technical parameters for each indoor unit are electronically transmitted to the outdoor unit in order to optimise the zone load calculation and to control the actual refrigerant flow to each indoor unit, using the special Pulsed Modulating Valves (PMV).

7 development and ecology Conventional 2-in-1 scroll SMMS-SHRM Dual DC Twin-Rotary MiNi-SMMS DC Twin Rotary Dual DC twin-rotary s This consists of one inverter-driven and one fixed-speed. Each scroll comprises a fixed scroll (spiral) and an oscillating scroll. The oscillating scroll fits within the fixed scroll. Refrigerant is drawn from the outside of the meshing spirals and squeezed towards the centre of the scrolls, thereby pressurising the refrigerant. To minimise leakage, the contact force required between the two scrolls is considerable and the scroll surfaces must be lubricated. At low speeds lubrication efficiency is reduced, resulting in increased wear. This consists of two inverter-driven twin-rotary s. A twin-rotary has two fixed compression chambers. An off-centre roller orbits each chamber to squeeze the refrigerant. The two rollers are both mounted on the same shaft, but are offset to provide counter balance to each other. The contact force required between the roller and chamber wall is lowered. This means that smaller bearings can be used and lubrication demand is reduced, saving weight and making this type of more suited to lowspeed operation. DC inverter Oil Oil regulating pipes Flow of oil DC inverter Leading Technologies 2-in-1 scroll DC twin-rotary Benefit Efficiency Standard 20% improved Greater energy savings Weight (comparative, %) 92 kg 1 (100%) 25,2 kg 2 (55%) Volume (comparative, %) 50 l (100%) 15 l (30%) Lighter and more compact Lubrication requirement (100%) (2,5%) = 1/40 Higher reliability Benefits of using R410A refrigerant Incorporating the energy-efficient, non-ozone-depleting R410A refrigerant in air conditioning systems delivers multiple benefits: zero ozone-depleting potential significant increase in energy efficiency reduced pressure loss for improved performance Comparison of refrigerant boiling points (liquid and gas) R32R125R134a 40 High boiling point Approximately same boiling point Blend of two types with similar boiling points 51,8 48,5 26,18 R410A Degradation unlikely Blend of three types with different boiling points R407C Degradation likely ISO 14001: environmental care from manufacturing Area Sites Date Certified Certifying body Japan Toshiba Carrier Fuji site Obtained April 1997 (ISO 14001) JACO (Japan Audit and Certification Organization for Environment and Quality) Thailand Toshiba Carrier Thailand Obtained May 1998 (ISO 14001) AJA (Anglo Japanese American)

8 9 Toshiba focussed on energy conservation Toshiba has made a significant investment into researching and developing technologies that focus on protecting the environment and saving energy. The inverter control used for Toshiba s VRF range incorporates more, smaller steps to deliver only the required power and achieve the temperature desired by the occupant much faster. The increase in control steps ensures a more precise and stable temperature and eliminates power surges common in standard, non-inverter systems. This increases energy efficiency, life and user comfort.toshiba aims to: Reduce CO2 emissions and prevent global warming. Recycle and reduce waste emissions. Ensure 90% of the components used in the R410A VRF are recyclable. Design only products optimised for HFC refrigerants. Reduce power consumption with each product feature. Use lead-free solder. Compact and modular in design. The extremely compact design of the new MiNi-SMMS guarantees a significant volume reduction for the outdoor unit and enables installation on balconies and patios to be fast and simple. The SMMS and SHRM outdoor units have the same modular design and dimensions, even with different capacities. This is of particular benefit when an application requires a combination of the two systems, the result is a smart and consistent appearance on site. The units can also fit into a standard lift making installation quick and easy.

9 Reliability and savings With dual-rotation, the load on the s is distributed more evenly. The operating sequence of the SMMS and SHRM outdoor units and the individual s within them is rotated to spread the operating hours more evenly. As the s are all inverter driven, power surges are eliminated. Over or under-utilisation of power, typical for non-inverter s, is eliminated, and there is no on/off power surge as the systems adjusts to the demand required by the occupant. The use of inverter s with the MiNi-SMMS also reduces the risk of failure, more common in standard noninverter systems. During operation the SMMS and SHRM systems select which outdoor unit and which are to operate to deliver the required power. Inverter systems save energy as continuous operation offers the same capacity with lower power consumption. This benefits all occupants by maintaining even room temperatures, as well as the environment by reducing energy consumption. Reliability Base Extension a Extension b Savings Conventional system Operate Stop On On Off Off Inverter Fixed speed Fixed speed Fixed speed Efficiency declines with one outdoor unit (heat exchanger) System with controlled Safety & Savings Operate Operate On On On Off Heat exchangers Inverter Inverter Inverter Inverter Using many outdoor units (heat exchangers) is more efficient

10 11 Smooth control Stable operation Back-up function By using all inverter-driven s, Toshiba is able to significantly reduce the electrical and mechanical stresses that are placed on fixed-speed s during startup. Current absorption on an inverterdriven is smoothed out at start-up thus reducing the wear on the electrical and mechanical components and increasing reliability. The active oil management system continually monitors the level of oil in all s, should an oil shortage be detected in any, oil is automatically transferred from a in another outdoor unit. The two s in an individual SMMS-SHRM outdoor unit are connected by way of an oil balancing pipe to ensure a uniform oil levels within the two s. In the unlikely event of one within an outdoor unit failing, it is possible in most circumstances to operate the second on its own simply by setting a switch on the interface PCB. In the case of a complete outdoor unit failure, operation of the system may continue by selecting another outdoor unit to be the master unit. In multiple outdoor unit systems any unit can be selected to be the master. Start-up using all inverter-driven drive Fixed-speed unit: sudden start-up current Fixed-speed unit: 5-7 times drive current No more than inverter drive current Inverter: gradual start-up Start > Drive Start > Drive Piping stress Fixed-speed unit: c. 3 times normal drive Inverter: almost same as during normal drive oil surface Inverter Before start-up After start-up Little lowering of oil surface Start > Drive Fixed-speed unit Temporary fall in oil surface due to sudden outflow of refrigerant and oil

11 12 Silence is golden As a result of detailed improvements such as the fan drive circuit, fan blade design and construction of the outlet duct our design teams have successfully reduced outdoor unit noise levels. These studies have eliminated the peak noise levels at Enlarged fan blade for smother air flow High-efficiency DC fan motor start up, normally associated with fixed-speed systems, by using soft start controls. An optional night operation/sound deadening control circuit board is available for reducing noise levels overnight by limiting the system s maximum operation. This New propeller fan design with large diameter for better air flow New heat transfer pipe design for greater energy efficiency has resulted in operating noise levels below 50 db(a). The exclusive use of inverter-driven s also significantly contributes to reduce noise emissions. Accurate refrigerant flow Refrigerant flow is adapted rapidly to match the capacity required, irrespective of each indoor unit type, position or length of piping. This results in optimum efficiency in the refrigerant cycle and precise temperature control creating improved comfort for the occupant. The characteristic values of each indoor unit are input into the outdoor unit, and optimum refrigerant control is achieved through continual monitoring and adjustment. By measurement of refrigerant conditions within each indoor unit, the load requirement is calculated and the flow of refrigerant to each indoor unit is regulated. The operating capacity of the outdoor units is matched to meet the overall system requirement.

12 Wide range of applications The MiNi-SMMS heat pump is available in three models, 4, 5 and 6 HP, delivering cooling capacities from 12.1 kw to 15.5 kw and heating capacities from 12.5 to 18 kw. One outdoor unit can operate up to nine indoor units. The following configurations hold for all VRF range: MiNi-SMMS, SMMS and SHRM Line branching after header branching - Unique system The SMMS heat pump can incorporate 28 outdoor unit models with 22 cooling capacities from 14 kw to 135 kw and heating capacities from 16 kw to 150 kw, enhancing application flexibility. Whilst the SHRM, heat recovery system offers a range of 10 outdoor models with capacities from 22.4 kw to 84 kw cooling and 25 kw to 95 kw heating. A very flexible and energy efficient option. There are 13 different indoor unit models available in 81 sizes ensuring system flexibility. Header branching after header branching - Unique system Header joint Complete flexibility Header branching after line branching The versatility of VRF Toshiba systems means that virtually any imaginable configuration of the refrigerant y-type branches and/or header piping can be used in an application to give the shortest, most cost-effective piping installation. The piping can be run in any direction to facilitate refurbishment work. In addition, the pipe runs have been extended to offer total flexibility. Line branching Branching joint Indoor unit

13 VRF. The freedom of choice Variable refrigerant flow offer the advantages of direct expansion linked to inverter control and the most sophisticated electronics. This technology has many advantages, from the system design to the installation and operation phase. The wide range of indoor units makes VRF the most flexible choice to satisfy any requirement. The 3 VRF ranges can meet any kind of need: SMMS (Super Modular Multi System) provides cooling or heating, SHRM (Super Heat Recovery Multi) provides simultaneous heating and cooling and MiNi-SMMS, the new compact system provides cooling or heating to smaller commercial or private premises. Typical applications and advantages VRF systems offer safety, reliability, comfort, flexibility, ease of installation, durability and energy savings. More and more commercial centres, shopping centres, office towers, hospitals and hotels, all typically requiring the benefit of energy savings, have selected this type of system. Now, these systems also play an important role in prestigious residential installations, where more than one room needs to be air-conditioned. In addition, direct-expansion indoor units offer many benefits: easy and low-cost installation and precise performance. The range also includes a complete series of heat exchanger ventilation units to supply fresh air for the rooms in a building.

14 Retail. With the addition of the MiNi SMMS to the VRF portfolio the flexibility of the Toshiba VRF range ensures the ideal solution for a multitude of commercial buildings. For larger buildings the SHRM and SMMS are ideal, and for smaller premises the MiNi-SMMS. There is a system solution for all commercial buildings, whether large or small, including restaurants, high-street shops, luxury apartments, supermarkets right through to hotels and hospitals. Offices. The air-conditioned area can be divided into small or larger individual zones and here too the large choice of indoor units, including cassettes, ducted, floor-mounted and many other unit types always guarantees the perfect solution. The system is very efficient and unobtrusive, making VRF an excellent investment! Hotels. In this type of application up to 48 indoor units can be installed in a single refrigerant circuit, and it is possible to reduce the capacity of one or more indoor units down to the minimum operating limit. This results in considerable energy savings and ensures a faster payback of the investment and optimised comfort. This system also offers the ideal solution for dual-aspect buildings that require simultaneous heating and cooling, leading to further energy savings and making the systems a reliable choice for many prestigious applications. Shopping centres. VRF systems offer maximum flexibility. They can be used for even the smallest commercial rooms. The main features include providing the required cooling or heating capacity and comfort levels, ease of installation, maximum energy efficiency and reliability.

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16 Non-ozone depleting R410A refrigerant Excellent efficiency (EER and COP) Compact dimensions SMMS range: unbeatable performance With innovative, sophisticated Toshiba technology the SMMS system ensures extraordinary flexibility in any application. The most advanced heat pump system on the market offers a COP of 4.25 in its 22.4 kw size. Units are available with capacities from 14 to 135 kw in cooilng and from 16 to 150 kw in heating, and their exceptional efficiency permits a reduction of up to 50% in annual energy consumption. SHRM range: heating and cooling The Toshiba SHRM VRF system introduces important innovations with the possibility to provide simultaneous heating and cooling to different zones or rooms. They satisfy the most demanding needs and offer superior performances with COPs of 3.97 (8 HP), 3.61 (10 HP) and 3.68 (12 HP). The compact flow selector enables the system to heat and cool simultaneously and can be used in restricted spaces. The cooling capacity range is from 22.4 to 84 kw and the heating capacity range from 25 to 95 kw. Up to 48 indoor units can be connected to a single system.

17 R-410A SUPER HEAT RECOVERY MULTI SYSTEM SHRM VRF Outdoor unit Dual DC Twin Rotary s Features The three-pipe VRF Super Heat Recovery Multi System (SHRM) delivers simultaneously cooling and heating and has exceptional energy efficiency. For ease of installation and cost saving the 8 and 10 HP units are modular. Protection devices Discharge and suction temperature sensors Internal overload relay over-current relay Over-current sensor High-pressure switch Low-pressure sensors Key features Unbeatable energy consumption efficiency: the 22.4 kw unit has an exceptional SEER of 6.57 and an average COP of Compact flow selector unit: it automatically adjusts the temperature either by unit or by area. The highest reliability for back up operation thanks to dual inverter s. Piping branch flexibility: the threepipe connection allows installation height variation of 35 m (equivalent to a 9-story building). Wide control applications: Artificial Intelligence network system available and Building Management System (BMS) compatible. Active Oil Management system: it increases the operation reliability.

18 Technical specifications heat pump Outdoor unitmmy-map0802ft8-emmy-map1002t8-emmy-map1202t8-e 8 HP 10 HP 12 HP Cooling capacity1 kw Power input, cooling kw EER W/W Energy efficiency class, cooling A B E Running current, cooling A Heating capacity2 kw Power input, heating kw COP W/W Energy efficiency class, heating A A A Running current, heating A Peak demand current3 A Air flow m3/h l/s Sound pressure level at 1 m db(a) Operating range db C 10 to to to 43 Operating range wb4 C 20 to to to 16 Dimensions (H x L x D) mm Weight kg type Hermetic Hermetic Hermetic Refrigerant charge R410A kg Pipework Suction line type diameter in Brazed 7/8 Brazed 7/8 Brazed 1 1/8 Liquid line type diameter in Flare 1/2 Flare 1/2 Flare 1/2 Discharge line connection type diameter in Brazed 3/4 Brazed 3/4 Brazed 3/4 Maximum equivalent length separation m Maximum actual piping separation m Maximum pipe length m Maximum lift (Indoor unit above/below)5 m 30/50 30/50 30/50 Power supply V-ph-Hz Based on an indoor air temperature of 27 C db/19 C wb and an outdoor air temperature of 35 C db 2 Based on an indoor air temperature of 20 C db and an outdoor air temperature of 7 C db/6 C wb 3 If outdoor units are combined, refer to the installation manual 4 The unit can be operated even if outdoor temperature gets down to 20 C, however note that the warranty covers only up to 15 C because operation beyond that temperature is out of specification. When outdoor air temperature falls to under 15 C, it may cause shortening the product lifetime. 5 If the height difference between indoor units exceeds 3 m and if the indoor unit is above, max. lift is reduced to 30 m Model name Cooling capacity Heating capacity Technical specifications outdoor units Outdoor units in combination Number of indoor units Total cap. of connectable indoor units Max. Min. Max. MMY-MAP0802FT8-E 8 HP 22,4 kw 25 kw ,6 HP 10,8 HP MMY-MAP1002FT8-E 10 HP 28 kw 31,5 kw HP 13,5 HP MMY-MAP1202FT8-E 12 HP 33,5 kw 35,5 kw ,4 HP 14,4 HP MMY-AP1602FT8-E 16 HP 45 kw 50 kw 2 (22,4 kw + 22,4 kw) 27 11,2 HP 21,6 HP MMY-AP1802FT8-E 18 HP 50,4 kw 56,5 kw 2 (22,4 kw + 28 kw) 30 12,6 HP 24,3 HP MMY-AP2002FT8-E 20 HP 56 kw 63 kw 2 (28 kw+28 kw) HP 27 HP MMY-AP2402FT8-E 24 HP 68 kw 76,5 kw 3 (22,4 kw + 22,4 kw + 22,4 kw) 40 16,8 HP 32,4 HP MMY-AP2602FT8-E 26 HP 73 kw 81,5 kw 3 (22,4 kw + 22,4 kw + 28 kw) 43 18,2 HP 35,1 HP MMY-AP2802FT8-E 28 HP 78,5 kw 88 kw 3 (22,4 kw + 28 kw + 28 kw) 47 19,6 HP 37,8 HP MMY-AP3002FT8-E 30 HP 84 kw 95 kw 3 (28 kw + 28 kw + 28kW) HP 40,5 HP Model name Usage RBM-Y1122FE Total capacity for indoor unit: below 11.2 kw RBM-Y1802FE Total capacity for indoor unit: 11.2 to below 18.0 kw RBM-Y2802FE Total capacity for indoor unit: 18.0 to 28.0 kw Flow Selector Simultaneous cooling and heating from different indoor units to meet all operating environments