Actuated Valves Technical

Pneumatic Actuator Options & Accessories For Diaphragm Valves

Pneumatic Actuator
Options & Accessories
For Diaphragm Valves

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3 to 15 psi Pneumatic Positioner

(for Ball & Butterfly Valves) Dome Indicator
Positioner is used to control or throttle flow by modulating the air Dome style beacon with high visibility green/red indicator for
to the actuator in response to an external 3-15 psi control signal improved viewing of valve position. Indicator only. Note: Dome
input. Available with NEMA 4 or 4X rated enclosure mounted on indicators may be included with certain selections of positioners
top of actuator with flat top green/black indicator or optional high or limit switches.
visibility Dome Indicator. Includes pressure gauge set of one (1)
input gauge 0-30 psi and two (2) output gauges 0-160 psi.
Optional Stainless Steel gauge set available.

3 & 4-Way Solenoid Valves

This combination valve operates either as a 3-way or 4-way pilot
Electro-Pneumatic Positioner valve mounted to the actuator. The 3-way valve is a normally
4-20mA, 0-5 VDC, or 0-10 VDC closed poppet design to insure tight shut-off. These valves are
designed for use with spring return actuators. The 4-way valve
Positioner is used to control or throttle flow by modulating the air can be used as either a 4-way 2 position design or a 3-way
to the actuator in response to an external 4-20 milliamp (current), normally closed design merely by rotating a gasket located in the
0-5 VDC (resistive), or 0-10 VDC (resistive) control signal input sub-base prior to assembly to the actuator. The 3-way operation
which is converted to a proportional 3 - 15 psi pneumatic signal routes the exhaust pressure to the spring side of the actuator to
used by the positioner. Available with NEMA 4, 4X, 7 or prevent corrosion problems within the actuator. An optional
Intrinsically Safe NEMA 7 rated enclosure mounted on top of speed control can be purchased. Air inlet connection is 1/4"
actuator with flat top green/black indicator or dome indicator with NPT. Thermoplastic composite enclosure is NEMA 4, 4x
green/red 180° high visibility. Includes pressure gauge set of one (standard) or NEMA 4, 4x, 7, 9 combination with 1/2" male
(1) input gauge 0-30 psi and two (2) output gauges 0-160 psi. conduit connection. Standard 115 VAC with voltage options of
Optional Stainless Steel gauge set available. 230 VAC, 24 VAC, 12 VDC, and 24 VDC.

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Dual Power Solenoid Valves

This configuration of 3 & 4-way solenoid valves accepts two
Limit Switch with Indicator
separate power sources, one to open and one to close the valve,
for use on Air-to-Air (double acting) actuators only.

Stainless Steel Gauge Set

Three (3) gauge set. Stainless steel gauge replacement for use
on Pneumatic and Electro-Pneumatic Positioners. Includes one
(1) input pressure gauge 0-30 psi, and two (2) output pressure
gauges 0-160 psi.
Output Signal Limit Switches
Mechanical SPDT (2) or DPDT (2)
Proximity SPDT (2) or DPDT (2)
Set of two (2) auxiliary limit switches. Switches deliver a
specified output current signal of 4-20mA or resistive signals of
0-5 or 0-10 VDC. Mechanical switches are SPDT or DPDT rated
at 10 amp 125/250 VAC. Proximity (non-contact) switches are
SPDT or DPDT rated at 1 amp 120 VAC. These limit switches
are available with or without 180° visual indicator. Switch
enclosure is NEMA 4/4x or NEMA 7/9 rated.

Transmitter
The Transmitter is an internally mounted module for use in the
Custom ID Tag Positioner. The module is designed to give a 4-20 milliamp linear
output signal with a 0-90° Positioner shaft rotation. The unit is
Stainless steel valve/actuator ID Tag imprinted to user specified environmentally sealed and loop powered. Transmitter is
identification criteria. Each tag is 1/2" x 3" designed for use in General Purpose Locations and is not
and accommodates up to 3 lines of text, maximum of 12 approved for Hazardous Locations as classified by the NEC.
characters and spaces per line.

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The basic options and accessories listed in this section represent many of the most commonly used for Pneumatic actuation of
Pneumatic Diaphragm Valves (see previous section for Pneumatic Ball Valves and Butterfly Valves) factory configured to order on the
actuation package. Contact Spears® for any desired accessories, options, functions, or special controls not listed.

Overview of Basic Options & Accessories Available

Pneumatic Actuator Features Premium Pneumatic Diaphragm Valves
Spring Return ✓
80 psi Operating Pressure ✓
Declutchable Manual Override ✓
Pneumatic Positioner ✓
Electro-Pneumatic Positioner ✓
Micro Limit Switch Module ✓
3 & 4-Way Solenoid Valve ✓
Stainless Steel 3-Gauge Set ✓
ID Tag - SS ✓

Contact Spears® for any desired accessories, options, functions,

or special controls not listed in this guide.

Spring Return (Fail Safe)

An internal spring in the actuator is configured to either open or
close upon loss of air supply. Spring return can be specified as
either Air-to-Open when spring return close is desired or Air-to-
Close when spring return open is desired.
3 to 15 psi Pneumatic
Positioner
(for Diaphragm Valves)
Operating Pressure
(for Diaphragm Valves) Positioner is used to control or throttle flow by modulating the air
Spears® Diaphragm Valves use a 80 to 90 psi standard to the actuator in response to an external 3-15 psi control signal
operating pressure. Other optional pressures are available. input. Available with NEMA 4x enclosure mounted on top of
Specify pressure requirements at time of order. actuator with 180° visual indicator. Positioner can be top or
bottom loading, with or without gauges. Gauge set includes: 1
input pressure gauge 0-30 psi and 2 output pressure gauges
0-160 psi. Optional Stainless Steel gauge set available.

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Electro-Pneumatic Positioner 3-Way Solenoid Valves

(for Diaphragm Valves), 4-Way Solenoid Valves
not for air-to-air (for Diaphragm Valves)
4 to 20 mA Universal operation design allows pressure to any port. 4-way
Positioner is used to control or throttle flow by modulating the air solenoid valve is used for double acting (air-to-air) actuators.
to the actuator in response to an external 4-20 milliamp control 3-way solenoid valve is used for spring return (fail open/fail
signal input which is converted to a proportional 3-15 psi close) actuators. Air inlet is 1/4" NPT. Enclosures are molded
pneumatic signal used by the positioner. Available with NEMA epoxy NEMA 4, 4x (standard) or NEMA 4/4x/7/9 combination
4x, enclosure mounted on top of actuator with 180° visual with 1/2" conduit connection and brass body (stainless steel
indicator. Used with air-to-spring only body available by special order). Standard 115 VAC with voltage
options of 230 VAC, 24 VAC, 12 VDC, and 24 VDC.

Micro Limit Switch Module Custom ID Tag

(for Diaphragm Valves)
Stainless steel valve/actuator ID Tag imprinted to user specified
SPDT (2) or DPDT (2) identification criteria. Each tag is 1/2" x 3" and accommodates up
Module of two (2) auxiliary mechanical limit switches. Switches to 3 lines of text, maximum of 12 characters and spaces per line.
are SPDT rated at 10 amp 125/250 VAC. Switch module
includes 180° visual indicator. Switch enclosure is NEMA
4/4x/7/9 rated.

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