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How can I model a VFD in EnergyPlus

Assume I have a working E+ model with a constant-speed fan or pump. What's the best way to model the addition of a VFD to this building? Do I just need to change it to variable speed? What controllers might need to be changed? How is the process different for fans and pumps?

Thanks in advance!

How can I model a VFD in EnergyPlus

Assume I have a working E+ building model with a constant-speed fan or pump. What's the best way to model the addition of a VFD to this building? building model? Do I just need to change it the fan or pump object to variable speed? Or is there more to it than that? I'm interested in seeing the energy savings from adding a VFD.

What controllers might need to be changed? How is the process different for fans and pumps?

Thanks in advance!

How can I model a VFD in EnergyPlus

Assume I have a working E+ building model with a constant-speed fan or pump. What's the best way to model the addition of a VFD to this building model? Do I just need to change the fan or pump object to variable speed? Or is there more to it than that? I'm interested in seeing the energy savings from adding a VFD.

What controllers might need to be changed? How is the process different for fans and pumps?

Thanks in advance!

How can I model a VFD in EnergyPlus

Assume I have a working E+ building model with a constant-speed fan or pump. What's the best way to model the addition of a VFD to this building model? Do I just need to change the fan or pump object to variable speed? Or is there more to it than that? I'm interested in seeing the energy savings from adding a VFD.

What controllers might need to be changed? How is the process different for fans and pumps?

Thanks in advance!

How can I model a VFD in EnergyPlus

Assume I have a working E+ building model with a constant-speed fan or pump. What's the best way to model the addition of a VFD to this building model? Do I just need to change the fan or pump object to variable speed? Or is there more to it than that? I'm interested in seeing the energy savings from adding a VFD.

What controllers might need to be changed? How is the process different for fans and pumps?

Thanks in advance!

How can I model a VFD in EnergyPlus

Assume I have a working E+ building model with a constant-speed fan or pump. What's the best way to model the addition of a VFD to this building model? Do I just need to change the fan or pump object to variable speed? Or is there more to it than that? I'm interested in seeing the energy savings from adding a VFD.

What controllers might need to be changed? How is the process different for fans and pumps?

Thanks in advance!