QUINCY QPCD SERIES | CYCLING

QUINCY QPNC SERIES | NON-CYCLING

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QPCD — CYCLING DRYER, QPNC — NON-CYCLING

• Cycling and Non Cycling designs for

maximum system efficiency
• Balanced refrigeration control systems
provide reliable and consistent per-
formance
• User friendly control panels provide
operation data and instrumentation
• Microprocessor control on all units over
250 cfm allows system versatility
• Application specific heat exchangers
render low pressure drop and optimum
performance
• Model specific Electronic no loss and
timer drains provide positive conden
sate removal
• R-134a and R-404a refrigerants ensure
environmentally friendly operation
• Cold surface, closed cell insulation
improves thermal efficiency
• Heavy gage, aesthetically pleasing
powder coated cabinets protect com-
ponents
• UL and cUL standard all units up to
2000 cfm, optional on larger units

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CYCL ING AND NON- CYCLIN G DRYERS

Quincy refrigerated air dryers purify compressed air by chill- To customize the total air system for optimum efficiency,
ing the air to approximately +39°F. The lower compressed Quincy provides both Cycling and Non-Cycling refrigerated
air temperatures cause entrained moisture to condense. The air dryers. Cycling dryers are of particular interest for larger
condensed moisture carries airborne dirt and oil to the systems with fluctuating loads, whereas Non-Cycling dryers
separator where it is removed from the air stream by an auto- are typically best suited for smaller systems or systems
matic drain. expecting fairly constant loads. Either way, one need not look
any further than Quincy for time-proven and reliable com-
Plant equipment will run better and processes more efficiently pressed air dryers.
when operated with clean compressed air. Pay back starts
immediately upon startup.

Heatless Desiccant
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1.9
PPM Moisture by Weight (Thousands)

1.4

.98
kW Draw

4.0 Non-Cycling Refrigerated .67 .57 .51

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rate .11
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Ref .01
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70˚ 60˚ 50˚ 40˚ 35˚ 32˚ 0˚ -40˚

Pressure Dew Point Temperature ˚F

0 25 50 75 100 Dew Point vs. PPM

% load
kW vs. Load
500 cfm @ 100 psig

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QPNC — NON -CYCLING OPE RATIO N

Quincy Non-Cycling Direct Expansion dryers After the air has been precooled, it flows into
use a two-stage heat exchanger system to main- the air-to-refrigerant evaporator where its tem-
tain consistent dew points. Freeze-ups are pre- perature is reduced to +39˚F. This temperature
vented and optimum performance is maintained reduction forces entrained moisture to con-
by integrating the highest quality components dense. The mixture of condensed liquids and
and refrigeration control valves into our system. cold air then flow into the moisture separator
Only the most reliable and efficient aluminum, where the liquids are collected in the sump and
stainless-steel and copper materials are selected removed by an automatic drain.
for our premium heat exchanger.
After liquids have been removed, the cold dry
10-250 cfm QPNC dryers employ an internal compressed air returns through the cold side of
Electronic No Loss condensate drain. All auto the 1st stage heat exchanger where it is reheated
drain functions and displays for 325 cfm and by the warm incoming air. Pipe sweating is
larger dryers are controlled by the panel mount- avoided and air volume is increased by reheat-
ed microprocessor. ing.

Wet compressed air enters the integral 1st stage The compressed air is now considered treated
air-to-air heat exchanger where it is precooled and ready for delivery to the system.
by the cold air returning from the integral evap-
orator. Precooling saves energy by reducing the
heat load on the refrigeration system.

Non-Cycli ng Fl ow schematic .

Non-Cycling Dryer Operations: 1 Compressor 8 Refrigerant Filter Dryer

2 Condenser 9 Hot Gas Bypass Valve
3 Cooling Fan 10 Air to Air HX
4 Air to Refrigerant HX 11 Suction Pressure Gauge
5 Separator 12 Low Ambient Fan Cycling Control
6 Impurity Trap 13 Condensate No Loss Drain
7 Expansion Device

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QPCD — CYCLING DRYER OPERATION

Quincy Chilled Mass Cycling Dryers save energy by cycling flowing through the tube side from the 3rd stage, refrigerant-
the refrigeration system On & Off in response to demand. A to-chilled mass, heat exchanger. The dew point temperature
three-stage heat exchanger system is employed to provide is held within its optimum performance range by the micro-
the cold storage necessary for cycling operation. Dual ther- processor.
mostats ensure proper cycling at all load conditions, provide
tight dew point control, and prevent freeze ups. The 1 st The compressed air flows into the moisture separator where the
thermostat signals the refrigeration compressor to cycle on condensed liquids are removed by centrifugal action and
and off in direct response to the coldest air temperature exiting sent to the sump for disposal through the microprocessor con-
the evaporator. In order to prevent freeze ups during no trolled drain.
load conditions, a 2nd thermostat, set a few degrees lower,
signals the refrigeration compressor to cycle on and off in After the liquids have been removed, the compressed air returns
response to the chilled mass temperature. through the tube side of the 1st stage heat exchanger where it
is reheated by the warm incoming air.
Contaminated compressed air flows into shell side of the
1st stage air-to-air heat exchanger where it is precooled by The chilled mass circulates through the 3rd stage evaporator
the cold air returning through the tubes from the chilled shell where its heat is removed by cold liquid refrigerant
mass heat exchanger. Precooling saves energy by reducing the flowing through the tubes from the refrigeration system.
heat load on the evaporator. When the Microprocessor reads the low set point from the
thermostats, it turns the refrigeration compressor off.
The precooled compressed air is then directed into the 2nd When the compressor is off, no energy is used. When the
stage, air-to-chilled mass heat exchanger, where its tempera- microprocessor senses the upper set point it turns the
ture is lowered to approximately +35˚F by the chilled mass compressor on.

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Cycling Flow Sche matic.
5

3
4

Cycling Dryer
Operations:
9 1 Air in
2 Precooler
10
8
3 Chiller
4 Moisture separator
5 Air out
6 Refrigeration system
6 7
7 Evaporator
8 Pump
9 Reservoir
10 Auto drain

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CONTROLS

Standard controls provided on Quincy Non- Quincy’s microprocessor-based Digital Master

Cycling dryers, 10-250 cfm include: a refrigerant Control is standard on all refrigerated air dryers
analyzer gauge, Electronic No Loss drain, on/off over 250 cfm. The Master Control regulates
switch and a general purpose alarm light wired drain adjustment, operation, and provides oper-
to the compressor overload circuit. ational displays.

CONTROL PANEL 10–25 0 CFM

• Run light • System Schematic

• Alarm Indicator light • Stop / Start Switch with lock out
• Analyzer Gauge

CONTR OL PANEL 325+ CFM

• Inlet Air Temperature

• Refrigerant Suction Temperature
• Ambient Temperature
• Fahrenheit or Centigrade
• Alarm Indicator
• Compressor Running Indicator
• Service Due Indicator

CYCLING CONTROL PANEL

• Inlet Air Temperature

• Chilled Media Temperature
• Ambient Temperature
• Fahrenheit or Centigrade
• Alarm Indicator
• Compressor Running Indicator
• Service Due Indicator

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ADDITIONAL DESIGN ELEMENTS

H EAT EXCH ANGERS & MOISTURE SEPARATO RS

Heat Exchanger quality and design determine overall performance and

integrity. Quincy’s premium heat exchanger design, materials, and construction
ensure maximum reliability and efficiency. To ensure the removal of all con-
densed liquids and to minimize pressure drop, Quincy high efficiency heat
exchangers are paired with either our unique Five Step Centrifugal Moisture
Separator or with an integral moisture separator.

• Application-specific design for low pressure drop and optimum

performance
• Aluminum Block ( QPNC 75 - QPNC 250)
• Brazed Plate (QPNC 10 - QPNC 50 & QPNC 325 - QPNC 1000)
• Smooth Wall Tube and Shell (all cycling and 1200 - 4000 QPNC)
• Integrated Moisture Separator (75 - 250 cfm)
• Integrated Air to Air Heat Exchanger (10 - 250 cfm)

D RAIN SYST EMS

All refrigerated dryers 325 cfm and larger have micro-

processor controlled drains. The drain open time and cycle
time are fully adjustable and the settings can be locked in
to avoid tampering. Dryers 10 - 250 cfm are equipped
with Electronic No Loss drains.

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Q P C D — S P E C I F I C AT I O N S & E N G I N E E R I N G D ATA

Cycling Full Heat Dimensions Connections

∆P
cfm @ m3/hr Stnd Ref Load Max Nominal Rejection L W H Approx Air Water
Model 100 psig 7 bar Electrics hp kW psig BTU/Hr. In. In. In. Wt. lb. In.

QPCD 250 250 425 460/3/60 2 3.536 150 4.2 17000 39 31 46 600 11⁄2 1
⁄2
QPCD 325 325 552 460/3/60 2 3.536 150 4.5 28600 39 31 44 700 2 1
⁄2
QPCD 400 400 680 460/3/60 3 4.094 150 2 36435 53 33 45 850 2 1
⁄2
QPCD 500 500 850 460/3/60 3 4.094 150 2.8 37400 53 33 45 900 2 1
⁄2
QPCD 600 600 1020 460/3/60 4 4.534 150 2.4 43180 53 33 45 1100 3 3
⁄4
QPCD 750 750 1274 460/3/60 5 6.417 150 2.8 63800 72 42 58 1200 3 3
⁄4
QPCD 1000 1000 1699 460/3/60 5 6.544 150 4.1 64900 72 42 58 1500 3 3
⁄4
QPCD 1200 1200 2039 460/3/60 71⁄2 7.711 150 3.3 78000 72 42 63 1700 4 FL 1
QPCD 1500 1500 2549 460/3/60 71⁄2 7.711 150 4.1 79500 72 42 60 1800 4 FL 1
QPCD 1700 1700 2889 460/3/60 10 10.95 150 3.8 114000 72 42 60 2100 4 FL 1
QPCD 2000 2000 3398 460/3/60 10 10.95 150 4.4 116000 72 42 60 2500 4 FL 1
QPCD 2500 2500 4248 460/3/60 15 15.776 150 4.3 169200 115 60 64 3500 6 FL 11⁄2
QPCD 3200 3200 5437 460/3/60 20 17.706 150 4.5 192000 125 68 91 4200 6 FL 2 in*
QPCD 4000 4000 6796 460/3/60 25 23.706 150 4.5 305000 150 75 95 6900 8 FL 2 FL
Notes: Capacity in accordance with recommended NFPA standards and CAGI standard ADF 100. Ratings based on
100˚F Inlet temperature, 100 psig inlet pressure, and 100˚F max ambient.
kW inputs are shown for air-cooled models including fan motors. Water-cooled models are approx. 8% less.
Heat rejection figures are approximate.

CO RRECTION FA CTORS

Inlet Air Pressure Correction Ambient Air Temperature Correction

A psi 60 80 100 120 140 150 180 200 Temp.˚F 80 90 100 110
Factor 0.83 0.94 1 1.03 1.05 1.08 1.09 1.11 C
Factor 1.15 1.07 1.00 0.91

Inlet Air Temperature Correction Dew Point Correction

B Temp.˚F 80 90 100 110 120 D Temp. ˚F 37–39˚F 45–50˚F

Factor 1.5 1.21 1 0.84 0.69 Factor 1 1.2

Example One: Conditions Example One: Calculations

Requirement
Capacity 745 cfm Dryer Required = cfm required
Inlet Pressure 120 psig (A) x (B) x (C) x (D)
Inlet Air Temp. 90˚F
Ambient Temp. 100˚F = 745
Dew Point 39˚F (1.03) x (1.21) x (1) x (1)
= 598 cfm dryer required
Select QPCD 600 for this application

Example Two: Conditions Example Two: Calculations

QPCD 1000 Corrected Flow for:
Inlet Pressure 120 psig Corrected Capacity = Std. Capacity x (A) x (B) x (C) x (D)
Inlet Air Temp. 110˚F
Ambient Temp. 90˚F = 1000 x (1.03) x (1.07) x (.84) x (1)
Dew Point 39˚F = 926 cfm

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Q P N C — S P E C I F I C AT I O N S & E N G I N E E R I N G D ATA

Non-Cycling Standard Electrics 230-3-60 Dimensions Approx Connections

∆P
cfm @ m3/hr Volts/Phase Full Load Full Load Full Load Max Nominal Heat Rejection L W H Shipping Air Water
Model 100 psig 7 bar Hertz kW Amps Amps psig BTU/Hr. In. In. In. Wt. lb. In.

QPNC 10 10 17 115/1/60 0.152 2.4 n/a 232 1.45 2700 21 14 20 57 1

⁄2 n/a
QPNC 15 15 25 115/1/60 0.188 3 n/a 232 2.18 2780 21 14 20 59 1
⁄2 n/a
QPNC 25 25 42 115/1/60 0.258 4 n/a 232 2.9 3500 21 14 20 70 1
⁄2 n/a
QPNC 35 35 59 115/1/60 0.318 5.2 n/a 232 2.9 4650 21 14 20 75 1
⁄2 n/a
QPNC 50 50 85 115/1/60 0.359 5.9 n/a 232 2.9 6800 21 14 20 75 1
⁄2 n/a
QPNC 75 75 127 115/1/60 0.734 9.8 n/a 203 2.9 6950 21 15 31 113 1 n/a
QPNC 100 100 170 115/1/60 0.854 12 n/a 203 2.18 10400 23 19 32 135 11⁄2 n/a
QPNC 125 125 212 115/1/60 1.031 14.2 n/a 203 2.9 10500 23 19 32 150 11⁄2 n/a
QPNC 150 150 255 230/1/60 1.49 10 n/a 203 1.45 10600 24 23 36 198 11⁄2 n/a
QPNC 200 200 340 230/1/60 1.629 11.5 n/a 203 2.9 14000 24 23 36 200 11⁄2 n/a
QPNC 250 250 425 460/3/60 2.365 11.8 n/a 203 3.6 21000 24 23 36 200 11⁄2 n/a
QPNC 325 325 552 460/3/60 2.2 5.4 11.4 150 4.5 28600 39 31 44 700 2 1
⁄2
QPNC 400 400 680 460/3/60 2.8 4.3 7.9 150 2 36435 53 33 45 850 2 1
⁄2
QPNC 500 500 850 460/3/60 4.6 5.4 11.4 150 2.8 37400 53 33 45 900 2 1
⁄2
QPNC 600 600 1020 460/3/60 4.6 6.4 12.1 150 2.4 43180 53 33 45 1100 3 3
⁄4
QPNC 750 750 1274 460/3/60 5.25 6.8 15.7 150 2.8 63800 72 42 58 1200 3 3
⁄4
QPNC 1000 1000 1699 460/3/60 6.5 8.6 18.6 150 4.1 64900 72 42 58 1500 3 3
⁄4
QPNC 1200 1200 2039 460/3/60 6.5 11.1 22.1 150 3.3 78000 72 42 63 1700 4 FL 1
QPNC 1500 1500 2549 460/3/60 9.6 10.7 24.7 150 4.1 79500 72 42 63 1800 4 FL 1
QPNC 1700 1700 2889 460/3/60 9.6 10.7 24.7 150 3.6 114000 72 42 63 2100 4 FL 1
QPNC 2000 2000 3398 460/3/60 10.5 27 54.0 150 4.4 116000 72 42 63 2500 4 FL 1
QPNC 2500 2500 4248 460/3/60 14.5 30 64.0 150 4.3 169200 115 60 64 3500 6 FL 11⁄2
QPNC 3200 3200 5437 460/3/60 15.4 36 70.0 150 4.5 192000 125 68 91 4200 6 FL 2 & 11⁄2
QPNC 4000 4000 6791 460/3/60 20.2 33 66.0 150 4.5 305000 150 75 95 6900 8 FL 2 FL
Notes: Capacity in accordance with recommended NFPA standards and CAGI standard ADF 100. Ratings based on
100°F Inlet temperature, 100 psig inlet pressure and 100°F max ambient.
kW inputs are shown for air cooled models including fan motors. Water cooled models are approx. 8% less.
Heat rejection figures are approximate.

CORRECTION FACTORS

Inlet Air Pressure Correction Ambient Air Temperature Correction

Temp.˚F 60 80 100 120 140 150 180 200 Temp.˚F 80 90 100 110
A QPNC 10 - 250 Factor 0.79 0.93 1 1.03 1.07 1.09 1.12 1.14 C QPNC 10 - 250 Factor 1.12 1.03 1 0.92
QPNC 325 - 4000 Factor 0.83 0.94 1 1.03 1.05 1.08 1.09 1.11 QPNC 325 - 4000 Factor 1.15 1.07 1 0.91

Inlet Air Temperature Correction Dew Point Correction

Temp.˚F 80 100 110 120 Temp.˚F 37–39˚F 45–50˚F
B QPNC 10 - 250 Factor 1.05 1 0.87 0.67 D QPNC 10 - 250 Factor 1 1.12
QPNC 325 - 4000 Factor 1.05 1 0.84 0.69 QPNC 325 - 4000 Factor 1 1.2

Example One: Conditions Example One: Calculations

Requirement
Capacity 480 cfm Dryer Required = cfm required
Inlet Pressure 120 psig (A) x (B) x (C) x (D)
Inlet Air Temp. 90˚F
Ambient Temp. 100˚F = 480
Dew Point 39˚F (1.03) x (1.21) x (1) x (1)
= 385 cfm dryer required
Select QPNC 400 for this application

Example Two: Conditions Example Two: Calculations

QPNC 500 Corrected Flow for:
Inlet Pressure 120 psig Corrected Capacity = Std. Capacity x (A) x (B) x (C) x (D)
Inlet Air Temp. 110˚F
Ambient Temp. 90˚F = 500 x (1.03) x (1.07) x (.84) x (1)
Dew Point 39˚F = 463 cfm
Q P N C -2 5 N o n - C y c l i n g D r y e r

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AVA I L A B L E E Q U I P M E N T

Non-Cycling Models (SCFM) Cycling Models (SCFM)

Available Equipment 10–50 75–125 150-200 250 325 400-1200 1500-4000 250–600 750–4000

Controls:
Microprocessor n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Hot Gas Bypass Valve S S S S S S S n/a n/a
Thermostatic Expansion Device S S S S S S S S S
High/Low Refrigerant Shutdown n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Refrig. Dual Pressure n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Dual Thermostats n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a S S

Heat Exchangers:
Two-Stage System S S S S S S S n/a n/a
Three-Stage (Chiller) System n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a S S

Separators & Drains:

High Efficiency Moisture Separator S S S S S S S S S
Electronic No Loss Drain S S S S O O O O O
Electronic Timer Drain n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S

Indicator lights:
Power On S S S S n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
O
F or OC Mode n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Alarm S S S S S S S S S
Drain On/Off n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Compressor Running n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Service Due n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S

Instrumentation:
Air In Temperature n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Air Out Temperature n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O
Air In Pressure n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O
Air Out Pressure n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O
Refrigerant Suction Temperature n/a n/a n/a n/a S S S S S
Chilled Media Temperature n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a S S
Refrigeration Suction Pressure S S S S S S S S S
Refrigeration Discharge Pressure n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O
6’ Single Phase Power Cord S S S S n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a

Electrics:
115-1-60 S S n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
230-1-60 NC NC S NC n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
230-3-60 n/a n/a n/a n/a NC S S S S
460-3-60 n/a n/a n/a S S S S S S
575-3-60 n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O
200/220-3-50 n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O
380/420-3-50 n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O

Nema 1 S S S S S S S S S
Nema 4 n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O O O

Cooling:
Air S S S S S S S* S S*
Water n/a n/a n/a n/a O O O** O O**

Enclosures:
Powder Coated Cabinet S S S S S S O*** S O***

Filters:
Particulate O O O O O O O O O
Coalescer O O O O O O O O O
Mist Eliminator O O O O O O O O O

* Optional on 4000 scfm model S = Standard O = Optional NC = No Charge n/a = Not Applicable
** Standard on 4000 scfm model
*** Not available on 2500, 3200
and 4000 scfm models

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QUINCY AIR SYSTEM PRODUCTS

• Heatless, Heated Purge and Blower
Purge Desiccant Dryers
• Cycling and Non-cycling
Refrigerated Dryers
• Coalescer, Particulate and
Absorber Filtration
• High Temperature Dryers
• Climate Control Dryers (5-10, 15 cfm)

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