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What are Electric Actuator Gate ValvesElectric actuator gate valves are crucial components in various industries, offering reliable and efficient control of fluid flow. These valves play a vital role in regulating the movement of liquids or gases through pipelines, allowing for isolation or diversion of flow as needed. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the world of electric actuator gate valves, providing insights into their definitions, types, working principles, and key features to help you understand these products better.
Types of Electric Actuator Gate ValvesElectric actuator gate valves are devices that control the flow of fluids by using an electric actuator to operate a gate or wedge that obstructs or allows passage through the valve. They come in different types, each suitable for specific applications. The common types include:
Rising Stem Gate ValvesThese valves feature a stem that moves in a linear upward direction when opening or closing the gate. The position of the stem provides a clear indication of the valve’s status.
Non-Rising Stem Gate ValvesIn contrast to rising stem gate valves, non-rising stem gate valves have a stem that does not move linearly when operating the gate. Instead, the stem rotates to open or close the valve, making them ideal for applications with limited vertical space.
Working Principles of Electric Actuator Gate Valves Gate Valve DesignElectric actuator gate valves operate based on the principle of obstructing or permitting fluid flow through a gate or wedge mechanism. When the electric actuator receives a signal, it activates the valve’s gate, either raising it to open the flow path or lowering it to block the passage. The actuator provides precise control, allowing for quick and accurate adjustments to regulate fluid flow.
Key Features and Advantages of Electric Actuator Gate ValvesElectric actuator gate valves offer several features that make them advantageous in various applications. Some key features include:
Electric actuator gate valves provide precise control over fluid flow, allowing for accurate adjustments and maintaining desired flow rates.
With electric actuation, these valves can be operated remotely, offering convenience and enabling control from a central location. This is especially useful in large-scale industrial settings.
Electric actuator gate valves have fast response times, allowing for rapid opening and closing of the valve, which is crucial in situations that require immediate flow control.
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These valves are known for their reliability and durability. They are designed to withstand high-pressure conditions and harsh environments, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Electric actuator gate valves generally require minimal maintenance, reducing downtime and costs associated with servicing or repairs.
Applications of Electric Actuator Gate ValvesElectric actuator gate valves find applications in a wide range of industries, including oil and gas, water treatment, power generation, chemical processing, and more. They are commonly used in systems that require precise flow control, isolation, or diversion of fluid streams.
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Duty Cycle Many electric actuators have a less than 100% duty cycle. This means that they cannot be run continuosly or the motor will burn out. This is not typically a problem since valves are not actuating that frequently. An actuator with a 50% duty cycle that takes 8 seconds to cycle requires 8 seconds of recovery time before it should be actuated again.
Voltages Electric actuators are available from most manufacturers in the following common voltages: 12, 24, 48 VDC, and 24, 48, 120, 240 VAC. There are also multi-voltage or "Universal Voltage" actuators such as our S4 series that accept any of these voltages. These units sense the voltage and react accordingly.
Other aspects of electric actuators that are important to consider include the voltage, duty cycle, wiring entry and connections, and the electrical protection rating according to IP (ingression protection) and/or NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturer's Association) standards.
Many lines of actuators have various sizes, each having a range of speed/torque options that differ inversely based on the gearing. The same size actuator body could provide:
Rotary Actuators: Motorized Valve Actuators Most electric actuators use a reversing motor that travels in both directions. Most also use limit switches to turn the motor off when the actuator reaches its final position (end of travel). These switches are activated by cams that are mounted on the stem drive shaft. The cams can be adjusted to change or fine tune when the actuator stops in the open and closed positions.
"Flying Leads" These are short lengths of cable or wires emerging from the housing through either a conduit port, cable gland, or permanently sealed exit.
DIN Plug Connectors These are industry standard plugs that have blades on the male connector that fit into slots on the female connector. Actuators will typically have the blades emerging from a standard seating plate for the female connector to attach to.
Permanent Cable Glands Cable glands include a rubber seal that contracts around the wires or cable when it is compressed by tightening the head.
Standard NPT Conduit Entry This is a simple threaded port to feed a wire through to connect to an internal wiring screw terminal strip or that has wire leads or a cable emerging through it so that the housing does not need to be opened to wire it. This port can have either conduit fittings or cable glands threaded into it for the wires to travel through.
Wiring Entry and Connections There are many different methods of making the electrical connections to the actuator. This can largely be a matter of preference and is typically not that big of a factor in selecting an actuator. The most common types of electrical connections are:
Protection Ratings
Electric actuators need to comply with NEMA or IP ratings based on the environment in which they are used. The most common ratings for valve actuators (and solenoid valves on pneumatic acutors) are NEMA 4/4X and NEMA 7.
NEMA 4/4X "weatherproof"
Type 4X Enclosures constructed for either indoor or outdoor use to provide a degree of protection to personnel against access to hazardous parts; to provide a degree of protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against ingress of solid foreign objects (windblown dust); to provide a degree of protection with respect to harmful effects on the equipment due to the ingress of water (rain, sleet, snow, splashing water, and hose directed water); that provides an additional level of protection against corrosion; and that will be undamaged by the external formation of ice on the enclosure.
NEMA7 "explosion proof"
In Hazardous Locations, when completely and properly installed and maintained, Type 7 enclosures are designed to contain an internal explosion without causing an external hazard.
Type 7 Enclosures constructed for indoor use in hazardous (classified) locations classified as Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, or D as defined in NFPA 70.
Common Characteristics of Rotary Electric Actuators
Electric actuators have basically the same common characteristics as pneumatic with the exception of the NAMUR mounting for solenoids since they are not used on electric actuators.
Linear Actuators: Motorized Valve Actuators
For rising stem valves there are electric actuators that operate with a screw drive. The obstructor of the valve is moved up and down by the rotation of a threaded rod that is connected to the stem. The need for many revolutions between up and down allows for precise control.
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