WHAT IS ZONING?
Zoning refers to a system that uses thermostats in each room to control airflow from the Heat/Cool equipment. The ZONE CONTROLLER operates dampers that act like air-valves in the duct system to direct airflow only where needed.
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Zone control for HVAC systems can generally be put in one of two categories:
Standard - Zone controls & dampers are 24VAC and use standard conventions to control compressor and furnace (R,C,G,Y,W,O/B)
this applies to at least 90% of homes in north America with central heat &/ air conditioning. Zone panels in this category are mostly interchangeable. Some (like SmartZone by ecojay and TrueZone by Honeywell) are very flexible and can be used almost anywhere.
Proprietary - Some systems use unique communication method or non-standard voltage dampers to operate their zone control system. More parts in these systems must be replaced than just the zone controller (thermostats, dampers, even equipment in some cases). For this reason, Zoningnews.net will be dealing mainly with Standard (24VAC) Zone control systems.
Standard - Zone controls & dampers are 24VAC and use standard conventions to control compressor and furnace (R,C,G,Y,W,O/B)
this applies to at least 90% of homes in north America with central heat &/ air conditioning. Zone panels in this category are mostly interchangeable. Some (like SmartZone by ecojay and TrueZone by Honeywell) are very flexible and can be used almost anywhere.
Proprietary - Some systems use unique communication method or non-standard voltage dampers to operate their zone control system. More parts in these systems must be replaced than just the zone controller (thermostats, dampers, even equipment in some cases). For this reason, Zoningnews.net will be dealing mainly with Standard (24VAC) Zone control systems.
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Where to get zoning?
www.zoningsupply.com - quality products, low prices & excellent service/support
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Call your local HVAC distributor... some will only sell to licensed HVAC contractors.
www.zoningsupply.com - quality products, low prices & excellent service/support
or
Call your local HVAC distributor... some will only sell to licensed HVAC contractors.