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Quarter-Turn Rack & Pinion Actuators

Quarter-Turn Rack & Pinion Actuators
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Quarter-Turn Rack & Pinion Actuators

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Overview: The MT Series Technical Brochure by Max-Air Technology Inc. provides comprehensive details on their MT Series rotary actuators and valve automation solutions. These actuators are designed for precision and durability, featuring easy integration, customization options, and a robust warranty.
Specifications: The MT Series includes air-powered 90° rotary actuators with a compact rack and pinion design. They support ISO 5211 valve mounting and NAMUR accessory mounting, available in 17 sizes with torque up to 47,250 in-lbs for double-acting and 22,746 in-lbs for spring return configurations. They operate in temperatures from -4°F to 176°F, with options for extreme temperatures.
Features & Benefits: Notable features include a patented dual travel stop design, high visibility open/closed beacon, pre-loaded spring cartridges, and a bi-directional anti-blowout pinion retention system. The actuators are designed for over 1,000,000 cycles and come with an unlimited cycle life warranty. Special coatings enhance corrosion resistance.
Warranty: Max-Air Technology offers an unlimited cycle life warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, including seal failure, provided the actuators are used as intended.
Applications: Suitable for high cycle life and precise control applications, the actuators are compatible with alternative media like water, oil, and inert gas, offering fast open/close options.
Materials and Coatings: The brochure compares materials like 304 and 316 stainless steel, highlighting their corrosion resistance and cost differences. Coatings provide excellent corrosion resistance but have limitations in highly acidic or basic environments.
Technical Data: Detailed technical data includes drive sizes, ISO patterns, weights, air consumption, and torque data. Tables illustrate double acting and spring return torques.
Mounting and Configuration: Information on mounting variations, weights, air consumption, and torque data is provided, explaining the operation of double acting and spring return actuators.
Exploded View and Bill of Materials: An exploded view of the MT04 actuator and a bill of materials detail the construction materials used.
Special Features: The MT04 actuator allows standard NAMUR mount solenoid valves to connect horizontally, available only in a double-acting configuration.
Service Codes: Lists service codes for different temperature conditions, including super low, severe cold, standard, and elevated temperature configurations.
Certifications & Approvals: Includes ISO 5211, NAMUR, Atex Global Approval, SIL3 Approval, and DNV Approval, ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.
Contact Information: Max-Air Technology Inc. is headquartered in Wentzville, MO, with locations in Jinan, China, and Milan, Italy. Contact details are available on their website.
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MT Series Technical Brochure Max-Air Technology Inc. | Rotary Actuators & Valve Automation Solutions Quarter-Turn Rack & Pinion Actuators MT Series Technical Brochure Max-Air Technology Inc. | Rotary Actuators & Valve Automation Solutions Max-Air Technology, Inc. • 114 Resource Drive • Wentzville, MO 63385 • United States of America Email: [email protected] Tel +1.636.272.4934 • Toll Free 888.842.9998 • Fax 636.272.4937 • www.maxairtech.com Back to Table of Contents • info@maxair

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MT Series Rack & Pinion Actuators Air powered 90° rotary actuators for precise action and reliable long-life operation. MT Series rack & pinion pneumatic actuators continue the Max-Air tradition of easy integration, flexible customization, and reliable operation. Features include two ISO bolt circle patterns drilled directly in the body, NAMUR standard mounting for accessories, and our patented ±10° adjustment for the open/ closed positions, all backed by the best unlimited cycle life warranty. MT Series Part Number Builder A ENP = Electroless Nickel Plated LMC = LockMesh Coated EPOXY = Epoxy...

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MT Series Technical Brochure Max-Air Technology Inc. | Rotary Actuators & Valve Automation Solutions Table of Contents Pg - Description 02 - Part Number Builder 03 - Table of Contents 04 - Features & Benefits 07 - Reference Tables & Variations 08 - Double Acting: Torques, Sizing, & Configuration 09 - Spring Return: Torques, Sizing, & Configuration 12 - Exploded Views, Materials, & Dimensions 21 - Certifications & Approvals UNLIMITED CYCLE LIFE WARRANTY Max-Air Technology Inc. | The Best Way to Automate Your Process Max-Air Technology, Inc. provides the following unlimited cycle life warranty...

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Features & Benefits Air powered 90° rotary actuators for precise action and reliable long-life operation. The Core of Max-Air Technology Back in 1999, Max-Air Technology entered the market with rack and pinion actuators featuring a unique, patented design. Today, Max-Air’s core product line-up builds on this proven design with the most extensive rack and pinion actuator offering in the world. Alternate housing and seal materials, finishes, coatings, 90° through 180° rotations, and industry best +/-10° travel stops ensure that Max-Air offers the perfect solution. The MT Series rack & pinion pneumatic...

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MT Series Technical Brochure Max-Air Technology Inc. | Rotary Actuators & Valve Automation Solutions High Visibility Beacon OPEN / CLOSED Retaining Ring Pinion Groove Bi-Directional Anti-Blowout Retention System The anti-blowout system of the pinion is ensured thru a double protection: both with an upper c-clip and two keyways casted on the pistons. In case of unusual downward movement of the pinion, the keyways will interphere with the grooves on the pinion and therefore stopping it. ± 10° Adjustment Travel Stop ISO 5211 Direct Valve Mounting Anodized Extruded Aluminum Body Lower and Upper Pinion...

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High Cycle Life Design Precision Honed Bore Precision Honed Bore, High Cycle Wear Bearings, Unlimited Cycle Life Warranty, Rugged Tooth Design This high end feature, is not industry standard. A uniform bore surface provides consistent seal contact and compression. Micro-scratches provide even lubrication which minimizes the “wiping” effect. Our Honed Bore will provide consistent long-life operation with multiple seal materials and greases. High Cycle Wear Bearings Honing Surface Finish High performace technopolymer bearings eliminate metal-to-metal sliding contact. • Low friction , Large contact...

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MT Series Technical Brochure Max-Air Technology Inc. | Rotary Actuators & Valve Automation Solutions Mounting Reference Weights & Air Consumption Double Acting Optional Pattern Spring Return Extended Travel Stops Beacon Options Position Adjustment : Closed +30° or more or Open up to full stroke Potential Applications: Fail-safe applications where full close shutoff is not desired or Special rotations where travel is much less than 90° (i.e. 45°, 60°) Standard Rotation Standard Perpendicular Reverse Rotation Reverse Perpendicular Email: [email protected] Back to Table of Contents

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Torque Data Torques, Explaination of Sizing, Operation, & Spring Configuration Double Acting: Torques, Sizing, & Configuration Double Acting Torques Rack & Pinion actuator produces a costant torque output (Fig A) that depends on the internal diameter and the air supply pressure: increasing one or both factors, torque increases. Valve’s operation torque is not constant but presents a trend different depending on valve’s type. . Prior to sizing it’s necessary to obtain the following information and data: • Type of valve and rated torque • Air supply pressure The sizing is as follows: 1. Define...

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MT Series Technical Brochure Max-Air Technology Inc. | Rotary Actuators & Valve Automation Solutions Spring Return: Torques, Sizing, & Configuration Spring Assembly Right Position The spring return actuator has a decreasing torque output throughout the stroke (Fig B). During the opening phase, the torque decreases, because the springs are compressed, and, working against the piston’s stroke, absorb energy. In the closing phase instead, the springs release this energy. So the torque is stated with 4 values: • Opening Start/Pos. 2 • Opening End/Pos. 2 • Close Start/Pos. 1 • Close End/Pos. 1 Spring...

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Torque Data Double Acting & Spring Return Torques for MT Series Spring Return Torques SPRING TORQUES (IN-LBS) Email: [email protected] Back to Table of Contents

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MT Series Technical Brochure Max-Air Technology Inc. | Rotary Actuators & Valve Automation Solutions Spring Return Torques Cont. SPRING TORQUES (IN-LBS) SPRING CONFIG Email: [email protected] Back to Table of Contents

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Exploded View, Materials of Construction, & Dimensional Data Exploded View & Bill of Materials 13 NOTE The MT04 is the smallest actuator in our MT lineup. The MT04 is only available in double-acting configuration, and Standard Buna Seals. 15 IMPORTANT SPECIAL FEATURE! The MAX-AIR MT04 is designed so that standard NAMUR mount solenoid valves can be connected horizontally. This is a MAX-AIR EXCLUSIVE feature. # Blue = Items sold in the skates and wear bearings repair kit AISI 304 Stainless Steel Red = Items sold in the o-ring repair kit Die Cast Aluminum Epoxy Coated Left Piston Anodized Aluminum...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.