Description
TEC Minneapolis Blower Door™ System with DG-1000 Gauge
The Minneapolis Blower Door™ has long been recognized as the best designed and supported building airtightness testing system in the world. Combined with specialized accessories and testing procedures developed by The Energy Conservatory, the Minneapolis Blower Door™ is the system of choice for utility DSM programs, energy raters, HVAC contractors and weatherization professionals.
Minneapolis Blower Door™ System Features
- Includes everything required for fully automated testing
- Durable injection molded fan housing with a 5 year TEC repair warranty
- Adjustable aluminum frame allows for quick and easy set-up
- Versatile accessory case features padded pockets for laptops and files
- Provides accurate flow measurements from 300 to 6,300 CFM with included flow rings and down to 11 CFM with additional flow rings sold separately
DG-1000 Digital Pressure and Flow Gauge Features
- High Resolution Touch Screen: Gives you improved visibility and usability with the touch of your finger
- Intelligent Micro-Processor: Puts the power of a mini computer in the palm of your hand
- Future-Proof Technology: Continually equips you with the latest software and app additions
- Accurate Readings at 0.9%: Upholds your confidence of accurate results from TEC equipment
- Intuitive Landscape Orientation: Makes holding the DG-1000 naturally comfortable
- Fan Speed Slider: Lets you control your fan directly from the gauge for efficient testing
- Hold Function: Gives you time to record readings with ease
- Lithium Batteries: Equips you with a rechargeable and replaceable power source on the job
- Product Compatibility: Works with all TEC equipment and software for seamless use
- WiFi, Bluetooth, USB and Ethernet Ports: Provides you with a variety of connection options
- Texturized Durable Case: Ensures optimal grip in rugged environments and protects your gauge from accidental damage
- Powerful Mounting Magnets: Provides dependable and convenient mounting options
New for the DG-1000
- All DG-1000 have a 4-year calibration cycle
- All new DG-1000 (since Nov 21) have a USB-C port (for charging and communication) replacing the barrel jack charger and Micro-USB port
- With firmware upgrade DG-1000 can be a stand-alone pressure logger
- Download the New Auto Wind Test App
Specs
| DG-1000 Specs | |
|---|---|
| No. of Independent Pressure Channels | Two |
| Pressure Range | -2,500 to +2,500 Pascals (-10 to +10 inches of water) |
| Display Resolution | 0.1 Pa for readings 0 - 999.9 Pa 1 Pa for readings 1000 Pa and larger |
| Accuracy at Typical Use Conditions*/** | 0.9% of pressure reading or 0.12 Pa, whichever is greater |
| Units of Measure | Channel A - Pascals (Future addition - inches of water) Channel B - Pascals, CFM, CFM@75, CFM@50, CFM@25, ACH50, CFM@25/ft², CFM@25/100ft², CFM@50/ft², CFM@50/100ft², CFM@75/ft², CFM@75/100ft² (Future additions - inches of water and equivalent metric units) |
| Auto-zero | On start up and then once every 10 seconds |
| Time Averaging | 1, 5, 10 seconds and long-term (continuous update) |
| Operating Temperature Range*** | 42 degrees F to 115 degrees F (5.5 degrees C to 46 degrees C) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -4 degrees F to 140 degrees F (-20 degrees C to 60 degrees C) |
| Display | 480 x 272 pixels, 3.75 x 2.125 inches, capacitive touch screen |
| Display Backlight | User adjustable (default 40%) |
| Power | Two 18650 Lithium Ion batteries with AC charger/power adapter included |
| Battery Life | Over 15 hours of continuous use with default settings 13 hours of continuous use with default settings and wifi active |
| Auto-Off | Adjustable from 10 minutes to 2 hours |
| Dimensions | 7.0 x 4.2 x 1.4 inches |
| Weight | 15.7 oz |
| Fan Specs | |
| Maximum Flow | 6,300 CFM at free air (2,973 l/s, 10,700 m3/h) 5,350 CFM at 50 Pa (2,524 l/s, 9,090 m3/h) 4,900 CFM at 75 Pa (2,360 l/s, 8.495 m3/h) |
| Minimum Flow | 300 CFM with Ring B (141 l/s, 510 m3/h) 85 CFM with Ring C (40 l/s, 144m3/h) 30 CFM with Ring D (14 l/s, 51 m3/h) 11 CFM with Ring E (5 l/s, 18 m3/h) |
| Dimensions | 20 in. (50 cm) inlet diameter, 10.25 in (26 cm) length |
| Weight | 33 lbs. (15 kg) with Flow Rings A & B |
| Flow Accuracy | +/- 3% with DG-700 or DG-1000, Rings D & E +/- 4% or 1 CFM |
| Calibration | Meets ASTM Standard E779, E1554, CGSB-149.10-M86, EN 13829, ATTMA Technical Standard 1, NFPA 2001, RESNET and USACE |
| Power | 3/4 hp motor (110V) |
| Frame Specs | |
| Frame Material | Extruded aluminum |
| Width | 28 in. to 40 in. (71 cm to 101 cm) |
| Height | 52 in. to 96 in. (132 cm to 244 cm) |
| Seal | EPDM flexible gasket |
| Panel Material | Nylon with built-in vinyl window |
Includes
- Minneapolis Blower Door™ kit includes:
- Model 3 fan
- Ring A
- Ring B
- No flow plate
- Aluminum frame carrying case contains:
- Two 96" vertical pieces
- Two 45" horizontal pieces
- 45" crossbar with velcro strap
- Gauge hanger bar
- Blower door accessory case contains:
- Single fan nylon panel
- Fan speed controller
- 30' clear tubing
- Gauge board with clamp
- Overview booklet
- Wind Tee
- Pressure and flow gauge case contains:
- DG-1000 pressure and flow gauge
- Two Lithium Ion batteries - installed
- Charger block and cable
- Screen protector
- 15' green hose
- 10' red hose
- Fan control cable
- Digital gauge extension tube
- Plastic hose connectors
- Calibration certificate
Resources
TEC Minneapolis Blower
Door™ Overview
Software / App
Download the TEC Gauge App for your Android or iOS devices!
TEC Gauge is a free mobile app that provides wireless control and display of DG-1000, DG-700 and DG-500 Pressure and Flow Gauges. TEC Gauge's capture feature lets you store and share readings from your gauge.
This app connects to the gauge through a WiFi network (DG-700 and DG-500 gauges require a TEC WiFi Link).
Features Easy to use cruise control for the TEC Minneapolis Blower Door™ fan and Minneapolis Duct Blaster® fan. Baseline feature for airtightness evaluation. Displays airflow values for all TEC devices.
Capture feature allows for storage and sharing of readings from the TEC gauge. Captured readings can be labeled, sorted and sharing using file sharing apps on the mobile device. Capture readings can be shared in either text or xml formats.
The measureQuick App supercharges a variety of BlueTooth smart tools with rich diagnostics, data logging and reporting capabilities. Now you can see intuitive visuals informing about each job, piece of equipment, or system all in one place!
Download the measureQuick App for your Android or iOS devices