YORK® YMAE Series Air-Cooled

Full DC Inverter Modular Chiller

and Heat Pump
Real comfort and
true peace of mind
YORK high-performance chillers and heat pumps are paired with
the correct terminal devices and equipped with advanced intelligent
controls to create a unique water ecosystem. Through high-tech
system control, you can adjust the operation of each component,
which allows customers to enjoy a comfortable life with the peace of
mind that comes with knowing you have chosen the very best.

Terminal
T8610 SC-EQ
device
The YORK YMAE Series is the result of our extensive experience in
designing and producing high-performance modular chillers. Featuring
several patented designs, YMAE performance meets and exceeds energy
use standards. The units are also flexible in their application, and can be
widely used in office buildings, hotels, and restaurants - among others -
to help customers drive down their operational costs through sustainable
energy savings.

Innovative design
With patented technology, this unit
is designed for ultra-high performance.

Robust reliability
Designed with intelligent defrost and
anti-freeze functionalities, these units
don’t fear the cold or heat.

Amazing flexibility
The smart, compact design makes for easy
installation and integration with other systems.

Intelligent controls
With its upgraded smart control system and
integrated design, operation is a breeze.

Quality quiet comfort

Unique variable evaporation temperature design
supplies relaxing comfort experiences.
Innovative design
Smart thinking drives high performance

Capacity control patent Fan control algorithm

This technology controls each module/ The fan control method effectively
system based on the optimal energy protects the normal operation of
efficiency-based principle. Each module the compressor and improve system
operates at its highest energy efficiency to operating efficiency.
deliver optimized system-level efficiency.
* China Patent type - Innovation patent.
* China Patent type - Innovation patent. Patent code: 201310068696.7
Patent code: 201710151811.5

Air-cooled heat pump defrost Wired controller ID patent DC overcurrent protection and
algorithm patent Wired controller ID patent overcurrent control circuit for DC
The unit accurately controls the timing streamlines design with a friendly variable frequency driver
of defrosting, avoids the problem of poor interface that powers easy operation. This provides DC variable frequency
heating or large indoor temperature overcurrent protection, which can meet
fluctuations and improves comfort and * China Patent type - ID patent.
overcurrent protection for both driver
system energy efficiency. Patent code: 201430546738.9
power module and motor.

* China Patent type - Innovation patent. * China Patent type - Innovation patent.
Patent code: 201310088762.7 Patent code: 201410491960.2

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 Exceptional results
YORK YMAE boasts industry-leading part-load IPLV efficiency
of up to 6.3 under AHRI condition.

DC Inverter EVI Scroll Compressor

New asymmetric wrap: Optimized design reduces leakages and invalid suction superheating.
Non-contact seal design: Oil film seal formed by lubricating oil to reduce friction for higher efficiency and reliability.
Relieve valve: More adaptive to variable pressure conditions to provide higher part-load efficiencies.
Enhanced Vapor Injection (EVI) technology: Significantly extends compressor operation map and increases efficiency.
DC inverter technology: Delivers stepless capacity control for precise capacity matching to meet building load variations
and to reduce unit power input.

125%

100%
Building load

75%

50%

25%

0%
8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25

Fixed compressor capacity Building load Inverter compressor capacity

YORK Inverter Driver - the brains of the operation

The YORK Inverter Driver is engineered to meet the challenging performance demands of the YMAE chiller. The solution
smartly manages inverter system operation to boost chiller efficiency. This ultimately results in serious energy savings
for you, the customer.

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BLDC Fan Fin Plate Coil

The fan blades have been aerodynamically optimized for The airside heat exchanger features new corrugated fins with
streamlined style that delivers extraordinarily low operation 7mm internal threaded copper tubes. The fins are made of
noise. This means minimal disturbances for the people in your hydrophilic aluminum foil to provide excellent hydrophilicity
spaces. The high-efficiency electronically commutated DC and corrosion resistance.
brushless BLDC motor regulates fan using a stepless speed • The wave pattern design provides low airflow resistance,
method. The fan blades and motor align perfectly to deliver strengthens airflow disturbance and expands the heat
great low energy consumption. transfer area. This makes for more effective heat exchange,
which improves heat transfer efficiency.
• Smooth surface reduces risk of freezing.

BLDC motor
Efficiency

AC motor

Speed

Brazed Plate Heat Exchanger (BPHE) Real-time system efficiency optimization

A stainless steel high-efficiency BPHE ensures optimum Advanced control algorithms from YORK ensure your chiller
heat transfer efficiency. This technology provides superior system dynamically adapts to building load changes and tunes
performance and longer life cycle. In addition, the cross each individual unit to keep it running at its optimal efficiency.
and counter flow design supplies water to the refrigerant results in increased system efficiency by 14-20 percent
circuit for full heat transfer with each refrigerant system. compared to the normal fixed-speed modular system
This maximizes chiller efficiency, especially under part-load
operation.

System efficiency curve

(optimized modular system)

Refrigerant out
COP

Water in System efficiency curve

(normal modular system)

Refrigerant in

25% 50% 75% 100%

Water out
Capacity

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Robust reliability
Handling the heat and the cold
Pre-defrosting technology

With the unique pre-defrost technology, the heat exchanger always

maintains a medium temperature during heating operation. This ensures
the bottom of the unit will not be troubled by frosting in winter and the
bottom heat exchanger will not freeze when snow melts. This all goes
towards providing stable operation of heating in winter and continuous
hot water for indoor use.

Intelligent defrost

Multiple defrosting features optimize the sequencing of the defrost cycle

to address problems such as non-frosting and endless defrosting. It can
intelligently choose a defrost time based on the change in the unit’s
pressure and temperature.

Manual defrost

Manual defrost is also available for YMAE. When a thick layer of frost is
formed because of high ambient humidity or an ice layer is formed under
severe low temperatures, the manual defrost function can be executed to
completely remove the frost or ice layer.

Upgraded defrost technology

Non-stop defrosting during heating operation

The YMAE can defrost and heat simultaneously without shutting down,
giving you flexible functionality without the downtime. When multiple
modules are operating, the defrosting of a single unit doesn’t impact the
heating operation of the other modules.

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Intelligent anti-freezing
Summer operation Winter operation

The YMAE features an automatic anti-freezing function. Step 1

This works as the unit will stop running when the return water Automatically start the circulating pump by detecting ambient
temperature is lower than set value. When water temperature and water temperature. This helps prevents the water pipes
reaches the set value, the unit automatically resumes operation. from freezing.

Step 2
If the water temperature does not reach set temperature
after the circulating pump is activated, the compressor
Tested, tested, reliable will automatically start the heating operation until water
temperature reaches the set point.

YORK tests all its solutions in its Highly Accelerated Life Test
(HALT) lab. The YMAE Series has been tested in the HALT lab
because it simulates the extremely harsh weather conditions Simulated ambient
our units will encounter. The climatic conditions units will face temperature of
over the course of a year are replicated during a 2-4 week test between -25°C
to guarantee our solutions operate reliably in the field. and 60°C.

(Highly Accelerating
Lifecycle Testing Lab)

Wide operating range Low inrush current

YMAE has a wide operating range for full-year operation: The inverter compressor has a low start-up current - in fact
Cooling: Operating ambient temperature from -15°C to 48°C the maximum start-up current is smaller than the nominal
for superior cooling performance. current. This avoids shock to motors and drives from
sudden current surges during start-up and enables a smaller
Heating: Operating ambient temperature from -27°C to
transformer capacity and extended chiller lifetime.
43°C for stable heating performance that caters to different
customer requirements.

600

500
Full load current %

400
-27°C Heating 43°C
solid soft starter
300
start-delta starter
-15°C Cooling 48°C 200

100
YMAE VFD starter
0
-30°C -20°C -10°C 0°C 10°C 20°C 30°C 40°C 50°C 60°C 0 10 20 30 40 50
Time (ms)

Notes:
• Consult local agency for OAT below -25°C

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Premium components
Customized fan High Efficiency Inverter Airside heat High-efficiency
assembly Scroll Compressor (R410A) exchanger brazed plate

Optimized fan kit with Optimize internal oil circulation Standard hydrophilic aluminum All stainless steel construction
BLDC motor - high to lower rate (OCR) and enjoy plate fin with 7mm internally with asymmetrical channel
reliability guaranteed. enhanced chiller reliability with threaded copper tube distribution brings reduced
dynamic oil balance system. ensures strong resistance to waterside pressure drop and
oxidation and corrosion. excellent anti-freeze capability.

Economizer - BPHE Electronics expansion valve Water filter and flow switch

Economizer system with electronic The high-precision electronic expansion • Standard water filter to protect unit
expansion device permits a considerable valve intelligently and adaptively from blockage by preventing large
increase in cooling capacity by lower regulates the refrigerant flow to ensure particles from entering.
sub-cooling temperature and contributes the system operates with optimal • Water flow switch eliminates risk of
to optimized chiller efficiency. pressure and temperature. freezing and cracking caused by low
unit water flow.

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Amazing flexibility
Compact design, easy transportation

The YMAE uses our patented compact cabinet design to

provide a small footprint. This means it can be directly
transported and installed by cargo elevator to meet high-rise
building installation requirements.

Easy commissioning

Our unit’s wide leaving water temperature range in

heating mode allows for a unit commissioning schedule
free of the constraints of cold weather that is out of a
traditional chiller’s operating range.

Greater options, more applications

Integrated hydraulic kits and expansion tank are available

to fit with the YMAE. These save installation space, time
and cost. An SC-EQUIP board can support BAC protocol and
communication intermediate relay kits as an SQ offering
can extend the number of maximum air terminal device
connections to 64 units.

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Variable primary flow T8610 networked thermostat

The YMAE Series supports variable frequency Our unit features an RS485 interface, which means the
pump operation, which increases the energy host switch can be controlled via the T8610 networked
efficiency of the unit. thermostat. Up to 64 thermostats can be connected
to this system.

Modular design means you can make a setup just for you

The YMAE Series allows up to 32 units to be connected to form one system. This and the wide system
capacity range (45-2080kW) makes the YMAE series the ideal solution for multiple phase investment.

Note: Internal hydraulic kits are available. Please be aware of the pressure head difference when different models are combined as one system.

Easy installation

YMAE units offer external static pressure up to 80Pa

to effectively make up for wind pressure losses and
80Pa
to avoid air short circuits. This makes the YMAE
Series the ideal choice for those with constrained
layouts (louvers, for example) and for high-rise
residential buildings needing typhoon resistance.

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Ideal across a range of verticals

YMAE Series units are extremely adaptable and can be used in a range of applications. From hotels to offices, and from
shopping centers to data centers, the YMAE fits the bill.

One of the things that makes the YMAE so suitable is its wide operation range. In cooling mode, the lowest leaving water
temperature is down to -10°C, making it ideal for process cooling applications. Alternatively, while heating, and the
highest hot water leaving temperature can go up to 60°C, perfect for different air terminal devices.

Shops Hotels Process cooling

Hospitals Museums Offices

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Intelligent controls
• The YMAE Series is equipped with an exclusive integrated control system
from YORK that empowers free control communication between a networked
thermostat (T8610) and the chiller. With one simple touch on the T8610, users
can quickly set chiller operation mode and status without any other chiller
controller. This all makes for easy wiring and convenient
control for customers.

• Our full inverter control system is equipped with a multiple linkage function.
This means the product will optimize water system operation in line with the
customer’s usage to guarantee the best performance.

• YMAE units can connect two central controllers simultaneously to meet the
control requirements of separate management groups.

• The YMAE Series can support functions such as remote on-off, remote
heating-cooling switch, interlocking with a terminal thermostat switch,
and remote alarming.

• The units have an RS-485 interface, which supports MODBUS/BACnet

protocols for easy connection to the building automation system (BAS).

• Two touchscreen controllers are provided for customers to choose from:

Standard wired controller: The controller is compact and beautiful with a

user-friendly LCD touchscreen. It can be connected to up to 16 units. The
range of the AC system’s cooling capacity can be expanded to 1040 kW.

Optiview LT controller: The 7-inch color touchscreen can display more

parameters than a standard controller. The multilevel user permission
setup ensures the safe operation of the AC system. The controller supports
software upgrade via a USB, making it easy to maintain. It can be connected
to up to 32 units, and the range of the AC system’s cooling capacity can be
expanded to 2080 kW.

• The customer can set a time (day or week, except for holidays)
to have the units automatically switched on or off.

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Smart control
platform
Sensitive Manageable

The highly sensitive T8610 intelligent thermostat closely Our YORK smart control system makes everything easy
monitors the actual and target temperatures of every for you to manage. Fan coil cooling and heating as well as
room, instantly communicating requirements and load underfloor heating can be controlled directly through the
changes to the system and gathering data on usage thermostat, while a single switch allows instant activation of
requirements over time. the air conditioning system. In addition, indoor and outdoor
units can be controlled as one using our Building Automation
System (BAS), giving you convenient management of your
smart building.
Adjusting water temperature

Gathering load data

One-touch switching

Adaptable Reliable

The YORK smart system adaptively adjusts the water Enjoy peace of mind with our proven reliability. YMAE
temperature, compressor, and water pump running state offers an automatic exhaust system as well as a debugging
in accordance with indoor and outdoor load changes. mode, which uses operational data to detect, diagnose, and
The results include more comfortable temperatures and manage faults. This minimizes downtime and increases the
humidity levels as well as annual operating costs that can be stability of your system’s operation.
reduced by up to 18 percent.

Transformative
Temperature

YMAE support open combinations with other modular

chiller products. It can combine with YCAE-X, YMAA and
comfort YMPA units to provide more choice and flexibility for
temp.
customers.

Time

Other products YMAE

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Quality quiet comfort
Comfortable environments
Indoor temp. (°C)

The unique variable evaporating temperature control of

the YMAE allows for an auto-adaptive temperature control 0.5°C
range between 5~20°C in cooling mode. The inverter system
supplies part-load chiller operations with a higher evaporating
temperature under off-design conditions, which can maintain
moderate humidity to reduce the symptoms of respiratory
Running time
system discomfort and dry skin. Precise temperature control Fixed speed Invert
provides stable indoor air temperatures with less fluctuations
for superior comfort.

Low sound operation

dB(A) • The inverter technology used for the compressor and fan
motors significantly minimizes noise levels at part-load
operation and ensures quite operation all day.
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• Silent mode: When selecting this mode, unit control
precisely limits the cooling capacity within pre-defined
61 values for lower noise levels. This was achieved by
5dB(A)
reducing the inverter frequency of the compressor
and fan motors.
Running time

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 YMAE045 operating range

Cooling mode Heating mode

50 50
Ambient temp. (°C)

40 40

Ambient temp. (°C)

30 30
20
20
EG 10
10
0
0 -10
-10 -20
-20 -30
-15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60

Leaving water temp. (°C) Leaving water temp. (°C)

YMAE045
1700

Water out
G1-1/2
201

193

146 255 760

4-11×22
Unit installation hole
760
698

980
1300

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 YMAE065 operating range

Cooling mode Heating mode

50 50

Ambient temp. (°C)

Ambient temp. (°C)

40 40

30 30
20
20
EG 10
10
0
0 -10
-10 -20
-20 -30
-15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65

Leaving water temp. (°C) Leaving water temp. (°C)

YMAE065

Water in

Unit installation hole

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Installation

Installation of multiple units

No limitation on the height of the sidewall

Type 1

No limitation on the height of the sidewall

Type 1
≥300

≥300
Back wall Back wall
≥300 ≥300
≥300 ≥300 ≥300 ≥300
≥500

≥800
≥300 ≥300 The front side
≥800

≥300 ≥300 The front side

≥500
Front wall of the machine Front wall of the machine

Field wiring

Communication network of chillers

Wired controller 1# Unit

2# Unit 3# Unit 16# Unit
Terminal block
XT4

Communication network of fan coil units

1# Unit 1# FCU 2# FCU 3# FCU
Wired controller
Network Network Network
Terminal block Mainboard thermostat thermostat thermostat
XT4 CON203 T8610 T8610
T8610

1. The communication cable between unit and controller should be four-core mesh-shielded cable at a
length not exceeding 15m. The unit must also be grounded.
2. The communication cable between unit and FCU should be four-core mesh shielded cable and length not
exceed 15 m. Besides, the unit must be grounded. Please see the preceding table for cable requirements.

Total length for wires L=L1+L2+L3+L4+……+L32 (unit: m)

from wire control device to the last units L < 100 m 100 m < L < 500 m

Cable type RVSP2 x 0.75mm2 RVSP2 x 1.0mm2

Notes:
a. Shielded twisted pairs are recommended for the communication lines.
b. Communications line to be provided by the customer.
c. When connecting more than 32 FCUs, please contact JCI for confirmation.

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Product nomenclature

Y M A E 045 X R M E 50 -0A /P E

Export
YORK
Internal hydraulic kits,
Full inverter type STD not equipped

Air cooled Design version

Scroll compressor Power source

380~400V-3ph-50/60HZ
Cooling capacity
Refrigerant: R410A
High-efficiency series
Modular application

Technical feature Heat pump

Model YMAE045XRME YMAE045XRME50-P YMAE065XRME YMAE065XRME-P

Cooling capacity kW 45.0 65.0
Heating capacity kW 46.0 66.0
Total cooling Input Power kW 16.4 21.7
Total Heating Input Power kW 14.3 20.0
kW/
GB IPLV (C) 4.5 4.8
kW
Sound Pressure
dB(A) 63/66 65/68
(Low Sound/standard)
V/
Power Supply 380V~400V-3ph-50/60Hz 380V~400V-3ph-50Hz 380V~400V-3ph-50/60Hz 380V~400V-3ph-50Hz
PhHz
Refrigerant R410A
Type / EVI Inverter Scroll
Compressor
Quality / 1
Fan Type BLDC fan
Fan Quality / 2
Fan
Total Air Flow
l/s 2500~15000 0~22000
Volume
Power kW - 1.1 - 1.1
Pump External Pump
mm - 22.0 - 15.0
Head
Water Piping Size inch G1-1/2’ external thread G2’ external thread
Water Heat
Flow Rate l/s 2.15 3.11
Exchanger
Pressure Drop kPa 45 50
Length x Width x
Dimension mm 1300 x760 x 1700 1650 x 760 x 1700
Height
Rated Current A 25.0 27.0 35.6 38.2
Max. Continuous Current A 27.0 29.0 48.5 50.5
Net Weight kg 332 350 410 430
Weight
Operation Weight kg 339 357 413 433

Notes:
The manufacturer reserves the right to change these specifications without notice.
Rated cooling capacities in kW given for 12/7°C water-leaving temperature and 35°C dry bulb (DB) ambient temperature.
Rated heating capacities in kW given for 40/45°C water-leaving temperature and 7°C DB ambient temperature.
Sound data is tested in YORK lab which may vary according to different installation conditions.

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