Overview
The document details AUMA's electric multi-turn actuators, specifically the SAI and SARI ranges, designed for nuclear power plant containment. These actuators are vital for safety systems, ensuring reliable valve operation under normal and Design Basis Event (DBE) conditions.
Specifications
The SAI/SARI actuators are IEEE 382 qualified for containment applications, offering torques from 20 to 1,000 Nm and speeds from 4 to 180 rpm. They are housed in IP 68 rated enclosures, resistant to DBE conditions, and made from aluminum-free materials.
Functions and Equipment
The actuators support open-close and modulating duties. SAI actuators are rated for short-time duty (S2 - 10 min), while SARI actuators are for intermittent duty (S4 - 25%). Features include limit and torque switches, mechanical position indicators, and compatibility with AUMA valve gearboxes and linear thrust units.
Protection and Reliability
Designed with a graded protection concept, the actuators operate under DBE conditions, include overload protection, and feature a hammer blow effect for unseating jammed valves. Their robust design ensures operational reliability.
Service Conditions
Qualified for temperatures from -20°C to +80°C, the actuators are corrosion-resistant and meet IEEE 382 lifetime requirements.
Quality and Certification
Manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified processes, the actuators undergo functional tests and quality assurance measures to ensure reliability.
Potentiometer Characteristics
Linearity is ≤1%, with a power rating of 0.5 W. Standard resistance is 0.2 kΩ, with optional resistances available.
Technical Data for Electronic Position Transmitter RWG
The output signal can be configured for 2-, 3-, or 4-wire systems, with options for 4 - 20 mA or 0/4 - 20 mA. The supply voltage is 24 V DC with ±15% tolerance.
DUO Limit Switching / Intermediate Position Switches
DUO limit switching provides an additional switching point in each rotation direction, settable at any valve position between end positions.
Output Speeds
Output speeds are determined by motor speed and gear reduction ratio, with specific velocities for gate and globe valves.
Self-locking Feature
SAI 6 - SAI 100 actuators are self-locking, except at 125 and 180 rpm. Non self-locking actuators have a double start worm/worm wheel.
Motors
Equipped with 3-phase AC motors for high starting torque, available for 50 Hz and 60 Hz frequencies, with self-cooling and insulation class H.
Design Principle
Includes torque switching, worm gearing, limit switching, and optional mechanical position indicators. Manual operation is possible via a handwheel.
Equipment and Interfaces
SAI actuators can be combined with GSI worm gearboxes or LEN linear thrust units. Electrical connections are made via terminals or plug/socket connectors.
Service Conditions
Enclosure protection is IP 68, with corrosion-resistant coating, operational in temperatures from -20°C to +80°C, and a lifetime of 2,000 cycles for open-close and 100,000 cycles for modulating actuators.
Testing Procedures
Actuators undergo thermal and mechanical ageing, pressure, radiation exposure, lifetime, and vibration tests, including DBE testing.
Standards and Compliance
Compliant with EU Directives, including Machinery, Low Voltage, and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives, marked with the CE Mark.
Quality Management
Operates under ISO 9001:2000, emphasizing high-quality materials and detailed production documentation.
Operational Reliability
Proven reliability over 25 years, supported by positive feedback from nuclear power plant operators.
Additional Information
Includes an index of technical terms, references to further literature, and contact information for AUMA offices worldwide.