Metso Automation Valvcon V Series Actuator 115VAC and 230 VAC

Product catalog summary

General Overview
Metso Automation specializes in Valvcon electric actuators, offering features such as simple calibration, digital electronics, and remote control. The V Series is noted for its reliability and adaptability to market needs.

Features and Benefits

Motor: Operates continuously at full torque for up to 15 minutes with a 75% duty cycle, featuring high starting torque and thermal protection.
Lubrication: Effective from -40º F to 150º F, with an optional heater for colder conditions.
Gearing: Constructed from hardened steel for durability.
Manual Operation: Includes a wrench-operated override shaft and optional handwheel.
Limit Switches: Standard and additional switches for position indication, with overload protection.
Open/Close Operation: Managed via powered contacts with fuse protection.
Proportional Control: Accepts 4-20 mA or 0-10VDC signals, with reverse acting operation and locked rotor protection.

V Series Innovations
Features modular electronics for easy upgrades and modifications, designed for efficient operation in various applications.

Extended Duty Cycle
Motors are rated for a 75% duty cycle, handling up to 30 starts per minute in modulating applications.

Break-away Torque
Actuators provide rated torque immediately upon power-up for efficient valve operation.

Simplified Set-up
The V Series Control Board offers easy set-up with a mode selector switch and push-button controls.

Board Options

Control Board: Supports 4-20mA or 0-10VDC signals with position feedback and speed control.
ISO Readback Board: Provides signal isolation and feedback for 2-wire and 3-wire control.
Speed Control/Timer Board: Allows independent speed adjustments and automatic cycling.

Additional Options

Tropical Heater/Thermostat: For high humidity applications.
ISO 5211 Output: Standard mounting configuration.
Brake: Prevents backdriving in specific valve types.
Feedback Potentiometer: Indicates actuator position.
Additional Limit Switches: For position indication or device operation.
Handwheel: For manual operation when power is unavailable.
Hazardous Location Enclosures: Rated for various environmental conditions.

Certifications
All V Series models are CSA certified for hazardous or weatherproof locations.

Technical Specifications
Details on input impedance, control signals, locked rotor protection, cycle rate, accuracy, and more, including a table of torque, speed, and current ratings for different models.

Specifications
Valvcon AC voltage actuators operate on 115VAC and 230VAC, using reversing induction motors that require devices connected to terminals 3 and 4 to be rated for a minimum of 250VAC (550VAC for 230VAC applications). Wiring multiple actuators in parallel is discouraged due to induced feedback voltage.

Procedures
Detailed wiring instructions for motor and control boards, specifying key connections and warning against powering terminal 3 or 4 when a control board is installed.

Ordering Information
Guide for ordering V Series Electric Actuators, detailing options for series, operating voltage, board options, torque, enclosure, and other features.

Recommendations
Specific heater options for high-humidity applications and environments below 32°F are recommended, advising the selection of only one board option as needed.

Technical Support and Quality Assurance
Metso Automation offers 24-hour access to technical support materials online and local support through a network of trained distributors and representatives, emphasizing quality in product development and manufacturing standards.

Catalog excerpts

Metso Automation Valvcon V Series Actuator 115VAC and 230 VAC-2

With the innovative Valvcon V Series,Metso Automationpioneered the concept of plug-in,modular electronics in valve automation.This concept redefined and simplified the entire valve actuation processupgrades and modifications can now be done in the field,in a matter of minutes,with no hard wiring, soldering or factory returns.For years,the V Series has set the standard for high quality,rugged and reliable electric actuators.Metso Automation uses its proven technology to vastly simplify actuator set-up andcalibration and to enhance actuator performance.V Serieselectric actuators are designed to...

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(Order Code C)The add-on Control Board allows control from either 4-20mA or 0- 10VDC (or 2-10VDC) control signals.This board also provides:position feedback (4-20mA or 0-10VDC)Օlocked rotor/stall protection speed control for slower cycle timesՕadjustable dead band (sensitivity to signal changes)on-board supervisory control via push buttons Օselectable pre-set response to loss of control signal (fail to zeroor fail last position)reverse acting operation with no wiring changes requiredՕsplit range operation (Order Code J) The Speed Control feature solves the problem of the valve openingtoo quickly...

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MOTOR BOARD WIRING TERMINAL 6 CW LIMIT(LINE VOLTAGE OUT)TERMINAL 5 CCW LIMIT(LINE VOLTAGE OUT)TERMINAL 4 CW AC HOT (MUST CONNECT) CAUTION: Valvcon AC voltage actuators use reversing inductionmotors which cause high voltages. TERMINAL 3 CCW AC HOT (MUST CONNECT) Devices connected toterminal 3 and to terminal 4 must be rated for a minimum 250VAC (550VAC for 230VAC applications). Due to theinduced feedback voltage,multiple actuators can not be wiredin parallel.Separate (isolated contacts) must be provided foreach actuator. TERMINAL 2 AC COMMON (MUST CONNECT) TERMINAL 1 AC HOT(FOR HEATER OPTION)...

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Board Options* C Control Board J Speed Control Timer Board U ISO Readback Board > Other Options Weathertight (NEMA 4/4X) H > 1 Tropical Heater/Thermostat > 2 WX Weathertight & Explosionproof (NEMA 4/4X/7 & 9) I ISO 5211 Compliant Output K Brake > Torque (in lbs)150 P Feedback Potentiometer S2 2 Additional Limit Switches 150 T > 3 Heater/Thermostat 300 300 600 600 Z Handwheel 1000 1000 1500 1500 > Operating Voltage 2000 2000 N115AC 115VAC 2500 2500 3000 3000 N230AC 230VAC * Select only one board option as needed.1This heater option activates at or below 90F and deactivatesat 110аF;it is recommended...

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