Diesel Engine Shutdown Valve (Pneumatically Actuated)

Models PVA-280, 281

PVA-350, 351
PVA-550, 551

Typical Applications

PVA-280, PVA-350, PVA-550

l Failsafeapplication to meet EU ATEX 94/9/EC

defined hazardous areas
l Zone 1 and 2 applications to EN 1834
l International offshore platform engine
installations

PVA-281, PVA-351, PVA-551

l Petrochemical and LNG refineries

l International areas where non-failsafe

is permitted

l Zone 2 fire pump engine offshore applications

l Vehicles with air brakes
l Fuel tankers
l Emergency response vehicles
l Vacuum trucks
3.5” PVA Valve

Key Benefits

l Simple direct air pressure operation

l Build options to either open or close on the application
of air pressure
l Automatic reset on loss of air pressure
l Valve status indicator (on top of actuator)
l Slim design with integral metal tube ends to fit three sizes
of intake hose
l Canprevent diesel engine overspeed (runaway) when
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combined with a suitable speed sensing control system

l ATEX Certified - Ex II2G c TX x
l Air intake pressures up to 6 bar (87 psi) (max 120°C or 248°F)

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Models PVA-280, 281, PVA-350, 351, PVA-550, 551

Description
Pneumatically operated diesel engine air intake Suitable for salt air offshore environments.
closure butterfly valves for either hazardous or
non-hazardous areas. Available in three sizes: 2.8”, 3.5” and 5.5” with
integral hose connection ends of these diameters.
Body and disc manufactured in corrosion resistant
aluminum. Valve shaft manufactured in stainless
steel. Viton O-rings.

Typical PVA Valve Arrangement

PVA-280 and PVA-281 PVA-350, 351 and PVA-550, 551

(4.6”) (4.6”) (2.4”)

Dimensions in mm (inches)

Main Dimensions

Valve Type Hose Connection A B C1 C2 Weight

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diameter mm mm mm mm mm kg
(inches) (inches) (inches) (inches) (inches) (lb)
PVA-280 71 200 102 16 48 1.1
PVA-281 (2.8) (7.87) (4) (0.63) (1.875) (2.4)

PVA-350 89 220 108 17.5 51 1.4

PVA-351 (3.5) (8.66) (4.25) (0.69) (2) (3.0)

PVA-550 140 271 159 17.5 64 1.8

PVA-551 (5.5) (10.67) (6.25) (0.69) (2.5) (4.0)

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Models PVA-280, 281, PVA-350, 351, PVA-550, 551

Selection
Determine the size and position of the PVA valve PVA-281, PVA-351 and PVA-551 close on the ap-
to be installed. Within the various constraints plication of air pressure. This type of valve and
imposed in the application the valve should be as Chalwyn control system is recommended for larger
generously sized as possible. A pneumatic supply vehicles that have air brakes (see page 4).
must be available to operate this valve type.
The PVA valves are suitable for an ambient tem-
PVA-280, PVA-350 and PVA-550 valves open on perature range of between -20°C (-4°F) and 60°C
the application of air pressure. The ‘fail safe’ mode (140°F) and a maximum intake air temperature of
of operation of these models makes them suitable 120°C (248°F) at 6 bar (87 psi).
for use in zone 1 and 2 hazardous areas.

Operation
PVA-280, PVA-350 and PVA-550 PVA-281, PVA-351 and PVA-551

Prior to engine start, air pressure must be applied With no air pressure applied to these PVA valves
to these failsafe PVA valves to open to the engine they will be naturally sprung fully open and the
run position. (Note, the external yellow indicator engine may be run.
on the valve shows the position of the valve disc).
Air pressure must be maintained between 4 and 6 To carry out an emergency stop apply an air pres-
bar (58 and 87 psi) to hold the intake valve fully sure of 4 to 6 bar (58 and 87 psi) to close the
open whilst the engine runs. intake shut down valve.

To carry out an emergency engine stop by closing The supply pressure must be vented before at-
the air intake valve, close down the air supply and tempting to re-start the engine. This venting will
vent the supply line. The valve will fully close once happen automatically and at a controlled slow
the air supply pressure at the valve falls below 2 speed when kit SKA-100 and 24 Volt Solenoid
bar. SVA-200 are installed and the outlet vent device is
adjusted correctly. The PVA valve will then return
to open position allowing the engine to run.
NOTE: The pneumatic supply to the valve
must be clean and dry.

Refer to Manual OMMPVA00129 for full installation and maintenance instructions.

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Models PVA-280, 281, PVA-350, 351, PVA-550, 551

Control System Information

by AMOT
Diesel Engine Safety Solutions

System Selection Guide

Chalwyn has a broad ar- Guide provides an overview overviews will provide the in-
ray of fully automatic shutoff of the most common types of formation required to help you
systems and manual shutoff systems used in applications determine the best type of
systems. Common operat- today. The overview includes a solution for your application.
ing methods include electric, description of the solution,
pneumatic, electric/pneumatic, a diagram of the components Download the brochure at
mechanical, or combinations and includes the functional www.chalwyn.com/
of these mechanisms. The highlights of the components technicaldownloads
Chalwyn System Selection used in each solution. These

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For further details of application of Chalwyn PVA valves

for vehicles requiring automatic shutdown of overspeed,
please contact Chalwyn or your local distributor
(www.chalwyn.com/distributor).

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Models PVA-280, 281
PVA-350, 351
PVA-550, 551

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