Series SAH Smart Air Hood Balancing Instrument
The Series SAH SMART Air Hood Balancing Instrument is the most accurate and easy-to-operate air flow hood on the market. By using the included hood stand and wireless communications to the handheld, a single operator can balance a branch in less time than traditional balancing teams. Besides being lighter than most traditional capture hoods, the ergonomic design makes the Series SAH easy to maneuver, with less physical stress. The rugged polypropylene base hood features patented Quad Flow Design Technology for controlling airflow and minimizing back pressure, which yields superior measurement accuracy. The Wi-Fi direct communication gives reliable communication with a distance of up to 200 yards (183 m) between the hood and the handheld test instrument. The SMART Air Hood® balancing instrument includes the SMART Air Hood Application Software which reduces the number of steps in the airflow balancing process using Predictive Balancing’s Express Balance mode. Predictive Balancing is a method of predicting the optimal flow set point for each register and the order in which they should be adjusted.
Quad Flow Design Technology
A patent-pending design based on controlling the circulating air patterns provides a more even airflow with minimal backpressure effects. The design result is an accuracy of 3% or better regardless of diffuser types, based on any diffuser in the Dwyer SMART Air Hood application software.
Predictive Balancing
An industry first for airflow balancing, this patent-pending process guides the balancing technician on setting the proper airflow values for each diffuser to fully optimize the HVAC system. No more guess work as Predictive Balancing provides the optimal flow set point for each sequential terminal. The SMART Air Hood application software completes the balancing process in much less time than traditional balancing methods.
Ergonomic Design
Made from a rugged lightweight polymer construction; it is the smallest, lightest, and most aerodynamic design in the industry, weighing less than 6 pounds and 1/4 the height of other bulky air hoods. The Series SAH mounts to an extendable pole for easy use and maneuverability resulting in less muscle strain compared to other air balancing equipment. Balancing can be completed by just one technician.
Mobile Speed
With the digital handheld test instrument and software, featuring Wi-Fi direct wireless communications and a range of up to 200 yards (183 m), the testing, adjusting, and balancing process is faster and more accurate than any other airflow hood on the market today.
Lowest Total Cost of Ownership
Fast, accurate, and easy; a better way to air balance saving time and money. The Series SAH features a rechargeable lithium battery backed up by four AA batteries. For annual calibration, simply detach the removable quad flow sensing grids and sensor module and return without the hood for calibration. To ensure no downtime, simply snap on another calibrated set quad flow sensing grids and sensor module.