Product information VAV-Compact MFT

A pressure sensor, digital VAV controller

and damper actuator all in one, providing a
compact solution with a communications
capability for pressure-independent VAV and
CAV systems in the comfort zone
• Control (0)2…10 V
• Gateway: BACnet / LON / Modbus / KNX
• DCV – Fan Optimizer function: DDC
• Conversion of sensor signals
• Service socket for operating devices
LMV-D3-MFT NMV-D3-MFT

Product Features
Application The VAV-Compact has PI control characteristics and is used for pressure-independent control
of VAV units in the comfort zone.
Pressure measurement The integrated D3 differential pressure sensor is also suitable for very small volumetric flows.
The maintenance-free sensor technology enables versatile applications in the comfort zone: in
residential construction, offices, hospitals, hotels, cruise ships, etc..
Actuator VAV unit manufacturers offer different actuator variants (rotary or linear actuator) for different
VAV units structures.
Control function Volumetric flow (VAV-CAV) or Open-Loop (for integration in an external VAV control loop).
VAV – variable volumetric flow Demand-dependent setting of volumetric flows V min … max on a modulating reference variable
(0/2…10 V), e.g. room temperature / CO2 controller, DDC or Bus system, for energy-saving air
conditioning in individual rooms or zones.
CAV – constant volumetric flow Step mode (via switching contact) for constant volume applications
CLOSED / V min / V max / OPEN.
DCV – Demand Controlled Ventilation With DDC with integrated DCV logic
Operating and service devices Service tool ZTH, PC-Tool service socket: locally pluggable
Electrical connection The connection is made with the integrated connection cable.
Type overview Power
Type Torque Rating Weight
MFT versions consumption
LMV-D3-MFT 45 in-lb [5 Nm] 2W 3.5 VA Approx. 1.1 lb [500 g]
NMV-D3-MFT 90 in-lb [10 Nm] 3W 5 VA Approx. 1.5 lb [700 g]

OEM version In addition to the standard Belimo version, there are OEM VAV-Compact versions available for
VAV unit manufacturers' variants. These versions are customized and labelled specifically for
OEM on the sensors, damper spindles and fastening systems used. See documentation of the
VAV unit manufacturer.
Designation, e.g.: LMV-D3-MFT ABC (ABC = Customer designation)
Other versions The VAV-Compact is also available with a built-in interface for direct integration in BACnet and
Modbus. MP version also available.
See www.belimo.us for more information and documentation.

www.belimo.us VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change 1

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

Safety notes
• The device must not be used outside the specified field of application, especially not in
! aircraft or in any other airborne means of transport.
• Outdoor applications: possible only in the absence of direct effects on the actuator from (sea)
water, snow, ice, sunlight and aggressive gases and when it is guaranteed that the ambient
conditions do not deviate at any time from the limit values specified in the datasheet.
• Only authorized specialists may carry out installation. All applicable legal or institutional
installation regulations must be complied with during installation.
• The device may only be opened at the manufacturer's site. It does not contain any parts that can
be replaced or repaired by the user.
• Cables must not be removed from the device.
• When calculating the torque required, the specifications supplied by the damper manufacturers
(cross-section, construction, place of installation), and the ventilation conditions must be
observed.
• The device contains electrical and electronic components and is not allowed to be disposed of as
household refuse. All locally valid regulations and requirements must be observed.

Electrical installation

No. Designation Wire color Function

Notes 1
–T
black
– Supply via safety isolating transformer! ! 2 ~+ red
AC/DC 24 V supply
– In conventionally controlled systems it is
recommended that the connections 1 to 5 3 Y white Reference signal / override / sensor
(PP) are led to accessible terminals (e.g. floor 5 U orange – Actual value signal
distributor) in order to allow remote access for
diagnostics and service work.

See separate documentation for description of functions and applications

2 VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change www.belimo.us

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

Technical Data
Electrical data Nominal voltage AC/DC 24 V, 50/60 Hz
Operating range AC 19.2 ... 28.8V / DC 21.6 ... 28.8V
Performance data See Overview of types (page 1)
Connecting 3 ft [1 m] 18 GA plenum rated cable, [4 x 0.75 mm²], preassembled
Volumetric flow controllers Control function VAV/CAV and Open-Loop
V nom 1)
Application specific nominal volumetric flow setting, dependent upon VAV box
parameters. Used for calibration.
∆p @ V nom 1) Change in pressure at nominal volumetric flow setting, dependent upon VAV box
parameters. Used for calibration.
V max 20 … 100 % of V nom, adjustable
V min 0 … 100 % of V nom, adjustable (<V max)
Analogue control - VAV Mode (Y) 0…10 V / 2…10 V / (Y and U5 individually) adjustable,
input resistance 100 kΩ (0/4 … 20 mA with 500 Ω resistance)
Actual value signal (U) 0...10 V / 2...10 V, max. 0.5 mA
Volumetric flow / damper position / ∆p, selectable
Stepped control - CAV Operating stages CLOSED / V min / V max / OPEN
Bus mode Control The setpoint specification in % between the set V min / V max values
Sensor integration Passive sensor (PT1000, 10K2, …) or active sensor (0…10 V)
Switching contact (0 / 1) (switching capacity 16 mA @ 24 V)
Operation and servicing Service tool ZTH, PC-Tool Local plug
LED Supply , status and communication display
Push-button Addressing, angle of rotation adaptation and test function
Actuator Rotary/linear version Brushless, non-blocking actuator with power-save mode
Direction of rotation left / right or up / down, adjustable
Angle of rotation 95°
adjustable mechanical or electronic limiting
Gear disengagement Push-button self-resetting without functional impairment
Position indication Mechanical or accessible (Tool)
Spindle holder Spindle clamp for round and square shafts
form fit, OEM versions
Volumetric flow measurement Differential pressure sensor Belimo D3 sensor, dynamic measurement principle
Measurement range, operating range -0.08…2 in WC [-20…500 Pa], 0…2 in WC [0…500 Pa]
Overload capability ± 12 in WC [±3000 Pa]
Altitude compensation Adaptation to system altitude (adjustable between 0...9800 ft [0 … 3000 m] above
sea level)
Installation position Any, no reset necessary
Materials in contact with medium Glass, epoxy resin, PA, TPE
Measuring air conditions Comfort zone 32...122°F [0…50°C ]/ 5 … 95% rH, non-condensing
Safety Protection class IEC/EN III Safety extra-low voltage
Degree of protection IEC / EN IP54
EMC CE according to 2014/30/EU
Certification IEC/EN IEC/EN 60730-1 and IEC/EN 60730-2-14
Rated current voltage 0.8 kV
Supply / control
Control pollution degree 3
Ambient temperature -22...+122°F [-30...50°C]
Non-operating temperature -40...+176°F [-40...80°C]
Ambient humidity range 95% r.h., non-condensing
Maintenance Maintenance-free. Depending on the application, the differential pressure sensor
(measuring cross, disc, …) of the VAV unit is checked occasionally and cleaned if
required.
UL listing cULus according to UL 60730-1A/-2-14, UL 2043
1) Set during calibration. Dependent upon VAV box parameters.

FCC: see US-relevant notes on page 9

www.belimo.us VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change 3

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

VAV – variable operation V min…V max

Wiring diagrams Example 1: Example 2:
VAV, analogue reference signal VAV with shut-off (CLOSED), 2...10 V mode
T ~ T ~
– + – +

T T
Reference signal V min ... V max Reference signal V min ... V max
0…10 V / 2…10 V a b 2…10 V
T a Damper CLOSED
b VAV mode
Tool / Actual value signal Tool / Actual value signal
Description:
Damper CLOSED via 0...10 V reference signal
(Mode 2...10 V) 1 2 3 5 1 2 3 5
Setting parameters: ZUL ZUL
Mode 2…10 V, Shut off level 0.1 V or 0.5 V
Y U Y U
If the required switching threshold of 0.1 V cannot
be attained, the value can be switched to 0.5 V Option Master/Slave Circuit Option Master/Slave Circuit
with PC-Tool. Reference signal Slave Reference signal Slave

Function: Standard 0.1 V: Shut-off level 0.5 V: Tool / Actual value signal Tool / Actual value signal

Damper
CLOSED <0.1 V <0.5 V
V min >0.1...2 V >0.5 V...2 V
V min ... V max 2...10 V 2...10 V 1 2 3 5 1 2 3 5
In CAV applications shut-off level must not be ABL ABL
set to 0.5 V, otherwise the open connection 3 is Y U Y U
interpreted as damper CLOSED.

CAV – step mode CLOSED / V min / V max / OPEN

CAV control VAV-Compact can be adapted to the desired CAV function pattern for constant volumetric flow
applications with PC-Tool by using the "CAV function":
– Damper CLOSED – V min – V max – damper OPEN (standard)

Wiring diagrams T ~
– +

* *
a b c d e
Notes
• Note that the contacts are mutually interlocking.
• DC supply: * c and e are not available with Tool / Actual value
signal
DC 24 V. 1 2 3 5
• Setting parameters in CAV applications:
Mode 2…10 V, Shut-off level 0.1 V
Y U
In CAV applications shut-off level must not be
set to 0.5 V, otherwise the open connection 3 is PC-Tool "CAV Function" setting:
interpreted as damper CLOSED. 2 ... 10 V, Shut-off level 0.1 V

CAV Function CLOSED – V min – V max – OPEN a b c d e

(standard) ~ ~ ~
T
Signal
– +

Switching
terminal 3
3 3 3 33 33 33 333 3 3 3

Mode 2 ... 10 V CLOSED V min CLOSED * V max OPEN *

Mode 0 ... 10 V V min V min CLOSED * V max OPEN * PC-Tool "CAV Function" setting:
CLOSED – V min – V max. Shut-off level CLOSED: 0.1 V

4 VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change www.belimo.us

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

Control functions - VAV / CAV

VAV-operating volumetric flow – Setting and control Damper CLOSED via 0...10 V reference signal (Mode 2...10 V)

V min V max min

V nom 100%
<Vmax
min

Range V max
Range V min

Reference signal 2…10 V

0.1 V 2V
20%
Description:
0% 0% Setting parameters: Mode 2…10 V, Shut-off level 0.1 V or 0.5 V
0 V Reference signal 0…10 V 10 V If the required switching threshold of 0.1 V cannot be attained, the value
2 V Reference signal 2…10 V 10 V can be switched to 0.5 V with PC-Tool.
0% 100%
Function Standard 0.1 V Shut-off level 0.5 V
Damper CLOSED <0.1 V <0.5 V
V min >0.1...2 V >0.5 V...2 V
V min ... V max 2...10 V 2...10 V

In CAV applications shut-off level must not be set to 0.5 V, otherwise the
open connection 3 is interpreted as damper CLOSED.
VAV-operating volumetric flow - Example CAV operating volumetric flow – setting

V min V max Volumetric flow

U [V]
V nom 515 CFM 100% Damper OPEN
<Vmax V max: 100% 10 V Vnom 100%
450 CFM V max
Range V max

< Vmax
Range V min

Range V max
Range V min
V min: 20%
50 CFM
Vmin
0% 0% 20%
0 V Reference signal 0…10 V 10 V
2 V Reference signal 2…10 V 10 V 0% 0/2 V 0%
0% MP-Bus reference signal 100%

V nom - Volumetric flow rate used for calibration

CLOSED
Damper

V max - Max desired volumetric flow rate

Vmax
V min

V min - Minimum desired volumetric flow rate CAV stages

Open-Loop (separate external VAV-Control)

Control damper Y Volumetric flow sensor value

100% 100% 10 V nom

0% 0% 0V Volumetric flow
0/2 10 V Reference signal Y 0 20 40 60 80 100%
0 20 40 60 80 100%

www.belimo.us VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change 5

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

Setting and Tool function

Designation Adjustment values, limits, explanations Units Remarks
ZTH US PC-Tool
System specific data
Position 16 characters e.g.: Office 4 6.OG ZL Text r r/w
Designation 16 Characters: Unit designation, etc. Text r r/w
V max 20…100% [V nom] m3/h / l/s / cfm r/w r/w >/= V min
V mid V min…V max m3/h / l/s / cfm r/w r/w

V min 0…100% [V nom] m3/h / l/s / cfm r/w r/w </= V max
System altitude 0…3000 Meter r/w r/w Adaptation ∆p-Sensor to system
0...9800 Feet altitude (above sea level)
Controller settings
Controller function Volumetric flow / open loop - r/w
Mode 0…10 / 2…10 Volt r/w 1) r/w
CAV function CLOSED/V min/V max; Shut-off level CLOSED 0.1 V - r/w For an explanation see 2)
CLOSED/V min/V max; Shut-off level CLOSED 0.5 V
Positioning signal Y Start value: 0.6…30; Stop value: 2.6…32 Volt r r/w
Feedback U Volume / damper position / ∆p - r/w Definition feedback signal
Feedback U Start value: 0.0…8.0; Stop value: 2.0…10 Volt - r/w
Response when switched on No action / Adaption / Synchronization - r/w
(Power-On) 4)
Synchronization behavior Y=0 % - r/w Synchronization to damper
Y=100 % position 0 or 100 %
Bus fail position Last set point / Damper CLOSED - r/w
V min / V max / Damper OPEN
Unit specific settings *)
V nom 0...35,000 cfm / 0 … 60,000 m3/h m3/h / l/s / cfm r r/(w*) Unit specific adjustment value

∆p@V nom 0.15...2 in WC [38 … 500 Pa] in WC [Pa] r r/(w*) Unit specific adjustment value
Label print function - w Incl. customer logo
Other settings
Direction of rotation cw/ccw or / r/w 1) r/w
(for Y = 100%)
Range of rotation Adapted3) / programmed 30…95 ° - r/w
Torque 100 / 75 / 50 / 25 % r/w % of nominal torque
Renovating Existing systems (Retrofit of old VAV units with leaking damper *) Parameters are only accessible by VAV manufacturers and Retrofit
Partners)
Supress damper leak Yes/No - r/(w*) Supresses volume display
with the damper closed
Operating data
Setpoint / actual value m3/h / l/s / cfm r r Trend display with print function
Damper position Pa / % and data storage on HD
Simulation Damper CLOSED / OPEN w w
V min / V mid / V max / motor stop
Running times Operating time, running time h - r
Ratio %
Alarm messages Setting range enlarged, - r/w
mech. overload, Stop&Go ratio too high
Series number Device ID. r r incl. date of manufacture
Type Type designation r r
Version display Firmware, Config table ID r r
Configuration data
Print, create PDF - Yes
Save to file - Yes
Log data / book Activity log - Yes incl. complete setting data

Explanations 1) Access only on operating level 2

2) Shut-off level 0.1 / 0.5V - Application: VAV mode, in Mode 2…10 V, Damper CLOSED via 0…10 V control signal.
If the required switching threshold of 0.1 V cannot be attained, the threshold can be switched to 0.5 V.
Note on CAV application: the shut-off level must not be set to 0.5 V. If the line 3 (Y) is open, damper will be CLOSED instead, min will be
activated.
3) within the mechanical limit.
4) The first time the supply voltage is switched on, i.e. at the time of commissioning, the actuator carries out an adaption, which is when
the operating range and position feedback adjust themselves to the mechanical setting range. The actuator then moves into the required
position in order to ensure
the volumetric flow defined by the positioning signal.
5) See www.belimo.us for function and version history.

6 VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change www.belimo.us

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

Display and operation

1 Push-button and LED display green

Off: No power supply or fault
On: Operation
Press key: Triggering the angle of rotation adaptation
Adaption 1
Power 2 Push-button and LED display yellow
Address 2 Off: Normal operation
Status On: Adaptation or synchronizing process active
3 Press key: Confirmation of the addressing
3 Gear disengagement key
Press key: Gear disengaged, motor stops, manual override possible
Release key: Gear engaged, synchronization starts, followed by standard operation
4
4 Service plug For connecting the parameterization and service tools

ZTH / PC-Tool - local service connection The settings and diagnostics of the VAV-Compact can be performed easily and rapidly with the
Belimo PC-Tool or with the ZTH-US service tool. When using the PC-Tool, the ZTH US serves as
an interface converter.

AC 24 V
T ~
– + DC 24 V
ZTH US

ZK1-GEN RJ12
MP

ZTH US
USB

i esc   OK
BELIMO
PC-Tool
1 2 3 5

USB
Y U

Download PC-Tool (MFT-P) from www.belimo.us

www.belimo.us VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change 7

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

Accessories

Gateways Description Type

Gateway MP to BACnet MS/TP, AC/DC 24 V UK24BAC
Gateway MP to Modbus RTU, AC/DC 24 V UK24MOD
Gateway MP to KNX/EIB, AC/DC 24 V, EIBA certified UK24EIB
Gateway MP to LONWORKS®, AC/DC 24 V, LONMARK certified UK24LON

VAV-Compact Description
VAV-Compact: Version with integrated BACnet and Modbus
see www.belimo.us for more information and documentation

Electrical accessories Description Type

Connection cable 16 ft [5 m], to ZTH (RJ12) with service plug ZK1-GEN
Connection cable 16 ft [5 m], to ZTH (RJ11) with free wire ends ZK2-GEN

Tools Description Type

Service Tool, for MFT/MP/BACnet/Modbus actuators and VAV controllers ZTH US
Belimo PC-Tool, software for adjustments and diagnostics
(Free download available at www.belimo.us)

Dimensions inches [mm]

Dimensional drawings LMV-D3-MFT Dimensional drawings NMV-D3-MFT

2.44 [62]
2.40 [61]

4.57 [116] 4.88 [124]

2.60 [66]

3.15 [80]

0.87
[22] 4.57 [116] 1.61 [41] 0.98
[25] 4.76 [121] 1.61 [41]

8 VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change www.belimo.us

 Volumetric flow compact control device
VAV-Compact MFT for analog and MFT versions

FCC notes (relevant only for US market)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless otherwise
specified herein. The statement for other products will appear in the accompanying
documentation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / T.V. technician for help.

Further documentation
• Tool connections

www.belimo.us VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change 9

 VAV-Compact
VAV-Compact MFT Model overview / feature comparison

-MFT -MP -MOD

Field of application: Supply and

exhaust air in the comfort zone X X X
and sensor-compatible media
AC/DC 24 V supply X X X
Integrated ∆p sensor, -0.08…2 in WC -0.08…2 in WC -0.08…2 in WC
dynamic D3, measuring range: [-20…500 Pa] [-20…500 Pa] [-20…500 Pa]
Actuator variants:
45/90 in-lb 45/90 in-lb
– Rotary actuator 45/90 in-lb [5/10 Nm]
[5/10 Nm] [5/10 Nm]
– Linear actuator – 100/200/300 mm

VAV function V min … V max X X X

CAV stages V min / V mid / V max X X –

Open Loop (external V control) X X X

DCV Yes* DDC MP Partners* Yes*
Analog control 0/2...10 V 0/2...10 V 0/2...10 V
With Bus control – X X
Modbus RTU /
Bus specification – Belimo MP Bus BACnet MS/TP /
RS485
Direct integration DDC MP
– X –
Partners
Integration via Gateway – –
– BACnet X
– KNX X
– LONWORKS® X
– Modbus RTU X
Number of bus devices – 8 per strand 32 per strand
Sensor integration –
– passive (resistance) X –
– active (0…10 V) X X
– Switching contact X X
Optional control function – – –

Local forced (override) – CLOSED / V max / OPEN CLOSED / V max / OPEN

MP-Bus Tester
Aids – –
MP Monitor
Integration tools – PC-Tool …
TypeList function (Retrofit, OEM) – X (–)
Tool connection (U – PP/MP) PP PP/MP PP
Service socket ZTH / PC-Tool X X X
NFC interface – X –
Assistant App – X –
Service tool ZTH US X X X
PC-Tool X X X
– Parameter
– Save data
– Trend, Logbook
– Label Print
* Third party controller or control logic within BMS required.

10 VAV-Compact MFT • 2020-03 • Subject to Change www.belimo.us