Belimo Zip

Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) controllers integrate with the building ventilation system to modulate the amount of outdoor air based on input from a CO2 sensor. They can be used to save energy during low occupancy and improve indoor air quality during high occupancy.

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Belimo Zip

Ventilation controller with economizer with modular upgrade to allow for CO2-based demand control ventilation capabilities.

Hub Highlights:

Monochrome LCD display and buttons for commissioning, troubleshooting, or viewing status.
Optional module available for BACnet MS/TP communication.
Good performance under Hub simulated occupancy profiles.
Modular expansions available.

Last Edited on: Jul 26, 2022

Model Number	ECON-ZIP-BASE (base unit) with ECON-ZIP-EM (energy module)
Power Supply	24 VAC +/- 20%, 50/60 Hz
CO2 Sensor Compatibility	Universal – Works with any CO2 sensor that has the ability to output compatible signal (see "Controller CO2 Sensor Input Signal Types" for compatible signal requirements)
Controller CO2 Sensor Input Signal Types	0-10 VDC, 0-2000 ppm Analog
Actuator Signal Output Types	2-10 VDC
Nominal Power Consumption	5.5 VA base control with Energy Module (ECON-ZIP-BASE + ECON-ZIP-EM). 6.5 VA base with Energy Module and Communication Module (ECON-ZIP-BASE + ECON-ZIP-EM + ECON-ZIP-COM).
Economizer Control Options	Single dry bulb change over; Single enthalpy change over; Differential dry bulb change over; Differential enthalpy change over
Other Inputs	Additional analog inputs for the ECON-ZIP-BASE unit include supply air temperature, outdoor air temperature, outdoor air humidity, return air temperature, and return air humidity. Additional binary inputs for the ECON-ZIP-BASE unit include first cooling stage status (Y1), second cooling stage status (Y2), heating stage status (W1), and fan status (G). Additional analog input for the ECON-ZIP-EM module includes a remote potentiometer input (for remote damper overrides). Additional binary inputs for the ECON-ZIP-EM includes a purge contact input (for pre-occupancy purge of VOCs).
Other Outputs	Additional binary outputs for the ECON-ZIP-BASE unit includes commands for up to two stages of mechanical cooling. Additional binary outputs for the ECON-ZIP-EM module includes indoor fan low speed enable and exhaust fan enable.
Controller Configuration Method	Local (display)
Controller Response to CO2 Sensor Failure/Power Loss	The controller logic is reconfigured to ignore DCV settings. DCV settings are maintained in memory and restored when power is restored, but the menu is reconfigured to remove DCV associated entities. Controller defaults to lowest minimum position (setting: Vent Min Pos).
Manufacturer Reported Control Algorithm Details	None found
Supported Communication Protocols	BACnet MS/TP communication

Last Edited on: Jul 26, 2022

Date of Test	January 2021
Number of Tests	6
Setting	N/A
Average Fraction of Time Underventilated	2%
Average Lowered CO2 During Overventilation (ppm)	46
Average Fraction of Time Overventilated	28%
Average Lowered CO2 During Overventilation (ppm)	-109
Average Fraction of Time At Target Ventilation Rate	1
DCVC Full Results	See Table

Last Edited on: Jul 26, 2022

User interface

Describe interface for commissioning.

Display and buttons on device

User interface

Describe the settings for the device.

DCV settings include minimum damper position, CO2 setpoint, and a second (optional) minimum damper position for low speed fan operation

User interface

Does the controller have alarm capability to notify facilities of a problem? If yes, describe.

Yes - Alarm information is stored on the device. Alarm flashes LED on device. Alarm switch (dry contacts) can be connected to building automation system.

Installation

Does the controller require specialized software for installation? If yes, describe

Installation

Does the controller require specialized training for installation? If yes, describe

Installation

What is the resolution for CO2 setpoint?

by 25's

Installation

How is damper position specified?

Percentage

Installation

Can the CO2 sensor be universal or manufacturer specific?

Universal

Installation

Can you specify sensor calibration to correct for sensor error in the DCV system controller?

Integration capabilities

Can the controller interface (beyond dry contacts) with a building automation system (BAS)? If yes, describe if integration capabilities are vendor specific.

Yes - Any vendor using BACnet MSTP. Various parameters are available and documented in installation guide.

Integration capabilities

If the controller can interface with a BAS, is additional hardware required? If yes, describe.

Yes - ZIP communication module is required

Operation

Does the controller require on-going maintenance? If yes, describe?

Operation

Does the controller require service contracts for ongoing data access? If yes, describe

Integration capabilities, Reporting capabilities

How can the controller data logged? If proprietary software, describe (what type of account is needed, what logging intervals are available, what does it look like, and describe its capabilities including data download capabilities).

Through BMS if installed