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Nortec RS Steam Humidifier
Nortec RS
2596995_0_EN_1905
1.2.1 Detailed Features List
Table 1: Nortec RS Features
Feature
Description
Nortec RS
Standard
Optional
Control and User Interface Features
Touchscreen interface
Intuitive user interface to configure and monitor the humidi-
fier.
Digital graphic display
Displays visual feedback of the humidifier inputs (conditioned
environment humidity and setpoints).
On/Off control
Operate the equipment with simple On/Off controls.
Up to two modulating control
inputs per cylinder
Allows modulating humidifier output to improve accuracy of
supply humidity.
Integrated PI controller
Provides direct compatibility with humidity transducers (RH
sensor) with adjustable setpoints and P/I parameters.
Demand signal acceptance
Provides direct compatibility with modulating demand signals.
Digital communication
protocols
Provides BMS interface with integrated BACnet IP, BACnet
MS/TP and Modbus protocols.
BTL-certified protocols
Provides BTL-certified BACnet IP, BACnet MS/TP connectiv-
ity, and enables use of LonWorks.
Remote fault indication board Allows dry contact feedback on unit operation.
Accessory relay board
Allows enabling/disabling of accessory devices such as fans
and valves.
Remote interface
Allows direct Ethernet access to the humidifier through a PC.
Independent circuits on multi-
cylinder humidifiers
Allows for independent control of multiple humidifier cylinders
through a common control system.
Status indicator LED
Provides quick feedback on operating status of the unit.
Adjustable units of measure
Display settings in metric or imperial units of measure.
Manual output adjustment
Provides the ability to limit the maximum steam output of the
humidifier.
Operation and Maintenance
Cleanable steam cylinder
Simple service of the steam cylinder.
Scale Management
Provides separate removable scale collection tank for ease
of maintenance when using potable water.
High Precision
Equips the unit with solid state relays for high accuracy
steam output up to +/- 1%.
Drain water cooling
Drain water tempered to 140 °F (60 °C) during normal and
manual operation.
Potable and treated water
usage
Compatible with standard potable water supplies as well as
reverse osmosis or de-ionized water.
Secondary drain water cool-
ing valve
Adds a secondary valve for dedicated drain water cooling
using potable water. This option is used when treated RO/DI
water is being supplied to the main boiling tank.
Backflow prevention
Integrated air gap in fill cup provides protection for supply
water systems.
Extended fill cup
Accommodates backpressure up to 10 in H20 (2.49 kPa).
Keep Warm function
Provides improved humidifier response time.
Other
C-UL-US Listed
Certified to meet product standards as detailed by Underwrit-
ers Laboratories.
Warranty
Provides guarantee against manufacturer defects. Refer to
Choice of steam distribution*
Allows for distribution to the conditioned environment directly
with the Nortec RS Space model, or indirectly through duct
distributors.
Wall mounting
Provides a convenient means of integrating humidification
needs.
* The Nortec RS Space model includes a steam distributor.