Actuators

Valve actuators are used for automated or manually assisted operation of isolation and control valves in steam, water, air, thermal oil, HVAC, chemical process, marine, and general industrial automation systems. Selection should be based on the required motion type—linear or 90° rotary—together with available instrument air pressure or power supply voltage, required output thrust or torque, stroke, operating time, cycling frequency, and the valve fail-safe position.

Linear pneumatic actuators are applied mainly on control valves and globe-type shut-off valves. The ARI DP is specified for maximum air supply pressure of 6 bar, stroke up to 120 mm, ambient temperature from -10°C to +80°C, and spring-return options for fail action on loss of air supply. Required actuator thrust should be checked against valve differential pressure, packing friction, and the specified leakage class.

Electric linear actuators such as the ARI PREMIO are used where an electrical control signal is required and no instrument air system is available. Reported thrust ranges are 2.2-25 kN, with power supplies of 230 V AC, 24 V DC, or 24 V AC/DC, enclosure protection IP65, and ambient temperature range -20°C to +70°C. For modulating duty, selection should consider positioner function, stroke feedback, torque or force limit switches, and response time.

Rack-and-pinion pneumatic rotary actuators, in double-acting or spring-return execution, are used on ball valves, butterfly valves, and plug valves. The Actreg ADA/ASR range is specified for 90° rotation ±5°, air supply pressure up to 8 bar, NAMUR and VDI/VDE 3845 mounting for accessories, and ISO 5211 / DIN 3337 valve interface dimensions.

Electric rotary actuators are used for on-off, modulating, 3-position, emergency backup, Modbus, and ATEX or marine service. For the Valpes DV/DVX series, published data include IP68 enclosure, torque range 25-300 Nm, ISO 5211 mounting, RS485 communication, S4 50% duty rating, ambient temperature from -20°C to +70°C, and BBPR/POSI options. Gear operators are used where high manual operating torque is required; the Alfa Gear E series is specified up to 4,500 Nm, IP67, with EN ISO 5211 / DIN 3210 connection dimensions.

Pneumatic actuator - DP | ARI

Pneumatic actuator - DP | ARI
Pneumatic Linear Actuator ARI-DP The ARI-DP actuator converts a pneumatic control signal into linear stem movement for control and shut-off valves. Series variants include DP30, DP32, DP33, DP34, DP34T, DP34Tri, and DP35, supporting strokes up to 120 mm and supply air pressures up to 6 bar, depending on model. Operation and Selection Rolling diaphragm...

Electric actuator - PREMIO | ARI

Electric actuator - PREMIO | ARI
ARI-PREMIO Electric Linear Actuator The ARI-PREMIO is an electric thrust actuator designed for linear control and shut-off valves. It is used in process applications where a PLC, temperature controller, or BMS provides a 3-point command or an analog signal via a position controller. Core Variants 2.2 kN / 5 kN: Stroke up to 50 mm; speeds 0.38 mm/s or...

Electric actuator - PREMIO-Plus 2G | ARI

Electric actuator - PREMIO-Plus 2G | ARI
Electric Linear Actuator ARI-PREMIO-Plus 2G The ARI-PREMIO-Plus 2G is an electric thrust actuator designed for linear control valves. It is used for regulating flow, pressure, or temperature via 3-point, 0–10 V, or 4–20 mA signals. Features include a BLDC motor, automatic valve stroke adaptation, and non-contact position detection. Versions and Technical...

Electric actuator - PACO | ARI

Electric actuator - PACO | ARI
Electric Linear Actuator ARI-PACO 0.85 D/Y The ARI-PACO 0.85 kN is an electric thrust actuator designed for small linear control or shut-off valves, with a nominal force of 0.85 kN and a maximum stroke of 20 mm. It is primarily used in HVAC valves, hot/cold water circuits, and auxiliary process loops where limited seating force and short actuator travel...

Pneumatic rotary actuator - ADA / ASR | Actreg

Pneumatic rotary actuator - ADA / ASR | Actreg
Pneumatic Rotary Actuator ACTREG ADA / ASR The ACTREG ADA and ASR series are rack & pinion pneumatic actuators designed for quarter-turn valves, including ball, butterfly, and plug valves. The ADA variant is double-acting, while the ASR is single-acting with spring return for predetermined fail-safe positioning on air loss. Technical Specifications...

Pneumatic rotary actuator - AP / APM | SIRCA

Pneumatic rotary actuator - AP / APM | SIRCA
Pneumatic Rotary Actuator SIRCA AP / APM The SIRCA AP / APM series are rack & pinion pneumatic actuators designed for 1/4-turn valves, including ball, butterfly, and plug valves. The range includes DA (double acting) and SR (spring return) variants. Technical Operating Limits Sizes: AP0 to AP12, piston diameters Ø32 to Ø330 mm. Operating angle: 90°....

Electric Actuator - AQL1 | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - AQL1 | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls AQL1 Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator The Bernard Controls AQL1 is part of the AQL series for quarter-turn valves, including ball, butterfly, and plug valves. This series covers direct output torques from 15–70 Nm, targeting small industrial isolation or open/close valves. Technical Specifications Operating classes: On-Off Class A and...

Electric Actuator - AQL7 | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - AQL7 | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls AQL7 Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator The AQL7 is an electric quarter-turn actuator designed for small isolation or basic modulating valves. In the AQL series technical documentation, it is referenced as AQ7L, alongside AQ1L and AQ3L, with a direct-mount torque range of 15–70 Nm. Technical Specifications Compatible with ball, butterfly,...

Electric Actuator - AQ Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - AQ Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls AQ Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator The AQ series comprises electric quarter-turn actuators for ball valves, butterfly valves, and plug valves. Direct output torque ranges from 50–1,000 Nm; with gearboxes, applications up to 10,000 Nm are supported. Higher torques are available for special projects upon request. Control Versions AQ SWITCH:...

Electric Actuator - AT Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - AT Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls AT Electric Actuator Bernard Controls AT series are multi-turn electric actuators designed for industrial isolation and control valves. For quarter-turn applications, they are paired with appropriate gearboxes for butterfly, ball, or plug valves. Direct output torque covers 12–500 Nm; higher torques are achievable with gear reducers as...

Electric Actuator - BT Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - BT Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls BT Multi-Turn Electric Actuator The BT series comprises multi-turn electric actuators designed for valves with rising or rotating stems, such as gate valves, globe valves, and penstocks. For quarter-turn applications, the actuator is paired with a suitable gearbox. Direct torque range is 30–500 Nm, extendable up to 32,000 Nm with gear...

Electric Actuator - SQ Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - SQ Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls SQ Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator The SQ series comprises electric actuators for quarter-turn (1/4 turn) operation, suitable for ball valves, butterfly valves, plug valves, dampers, and louvers. Direct output torque ranges from 40–800 Nm; with gearboxes, up to 10,000 Nm. Higher torques are available upon application review for special...

Electric Actuator - ST Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - ST Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls ST Multi-Turn Electric Actuator The ST series comprises multi-turn electric actuators with weatherproof enclosures, designed for gate, globe, and other multi-turn valve applications. For quarter-turn valves, the actuator is paired with a suitable gearbox. Direct output torque covers 60–2,200 Nm, with engineered solutions available up to...

Electric Actuator - AQXL Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - AQXL Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls AQXL Electric Explosion-Proof Actuator The AQXL series comprises electric actuators for quarter-turn operation, designed for small ball valves, butterfly valves, and plug valves in hazardous areas. Main models are AQX4L and AQX7L, providing 40 Nm and 70 Nm torque for quarter-turn applications. Operation and Control Duty classification:...

Electric Actuator - SQX Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - SQX Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls SQX Electric Explosion-Proof Actuator The SQX series comprises electric quarter-turn actuators for ball valves, butterfly valves, plug valves, and dampers in hazardous areas requiring explosion-proof protection. Direct torque output ranges from 80–800 Nm, with engineered solutions up to 1,000,000 Nm using appropriate gearboxes. Standards...

Electric Actuator - STX Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - STX Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls STX Electric Explosion-Proof Actuator The STX series comprises multi-turn electric actuators certified for Ex d / NEMA 7 hazardous areas, suitable for gate, globe, and multi-turn valve applications. For quarter-turn service (ball, butterfly, or plug valves), the actuator is paired with a gearbox. Direct mount torque range is 25–2,200 Nm;...

Electric Actuator - FQ Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - FQ Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls FQ Electric Fail-Safe Actuator The FQ series is a quarter-turn electric actuator with mechanical spring return, designed for ball, butterfly, and plug valves. It is specified where the valve must automatically move to a defined safe position upon loss of power or emergency shutdown signal. Direct mounting torque range: 40–500 Nm....

Electric Actuator - FSE Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - FSE Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls FSE Electric Fail-Safe Actuator The FSE series is an electric actuator with integrated hydraulic circuit and mechanical spring return, designed for process safety valves. It is specified where the valve must move to a defined safe position in the event of power loss, e.g. ESD valves, high-pressure ball valves, and triple-offset butterfly...

Electric Actuator - Modulating Range | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - Modulating Range | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls Modulating Electric Actuator The Modulating series is designed for continuous position control of valves, including quarter-turn, multi-turn, and linear types. These actuators are specified when the valve requires frequent incremental adjustments from a process controller, rather than simple open/close operation. Duty Classification...

Electric Actuator - NUCLEAR QUALIFIED | Bernard Controls

Electric Actuator - NUCLEAR QUALIFIED | Bernard Controls
Bernard Controls Nuclear Qualified Electric Actuators The Nuclear Qualified series includes electric actuators for nuclear facilities, divided into NC, Nuc OC, and Nuc IC applications. Nuc IC variants are specified for operation inside containment, requiring functionality under ionizing radiation, seismic events, and LOCA (Loss of Coolant Accident)...

Electric Actuator - ER PLUS | Valpes

Electric Actuator - ER PLUS | Valpes
VALPES ER PLUS Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator The VALPES ER PLUS is an electric actuator designed for quarter-turn (1/4 turn) operation of ball valves, butterfly valves, and plug valves. It covers nominal torque ratings of 10, 20, 35, 60, and 100 Nm and is suitable for on-off or 3-point control where 90° electric rotation is required without instrument...

Electric Actuator - ER PREMIER | Valpes

Electric Actuator - ER PREMIER | Valpes
VALPES ER PREMIER Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator The VALPES ER PREMIER is an electric quarter-turn actuator designed for automation of ball valves, butterfly valves, and plug valves. The ER PREMIER series covers torque ranges from 20–100 Nm, with a rotation angle of 90° and mechanical stops at 0° and 90° positions. Technical Specifications Control:...

Electric Actuator - VR | Valpes

Electric Actuator - VR | Valpes
VALPES VR Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator VALPES VR is an electric quarter-turn actuator designed for ball valves, butterfly valves, plug valves, and 3-way valves. Models VR25, VR45, VR75 correspond to maximum torques of 25, 45, and 75 Nm, with nominal torques of 20, 35, and 60 Nm respectively. Technical Specifications Rotation: 90° standard, 180° or 270°...

Electric Actuator - VS | Valpes

Electric Actuator - VS | Valpes
VALPES VS Electric Quarter-Turn Actuator The VALPES VS is an electric actuator designed for quarter-turn (1/4 turn) operation of ball valves, butterfly valves, and plug valves. Torque range covers 40–300 Nm. Standard rotation is 90°, with optional 180° or 270° travel. The housing is aluminum with C4-class coating; cover options include PA6 UL94 V-0 or...