Valve

automation

systems

Contents
Valve

automation
systems

Introduction
About El-O-Matic

Pneumatic products
Pneumatic actuators
Special versions
Pneumatic accessories
BUS-communication, pneumatic actuators
Posiflex positioners

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Electric/electronic products
ELQ Electric actuators
BUS-communication electric actuators
EL Electric actuators

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Torques and technical data

Pneumatic actuators
ELQ Electric actuators
EL Electric actuators

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About El-O-Matic
El-O-Matic develops and manufactures actuators for the automation of industrial valves. Our
product range includes pneumatic actuators, electric actuators and a wide range of control accessories, such as switch boxes for position indication, solenoid valves for control signalling and
positioners for modulating control. Product development is based on modular construction that
allows for fast delivery from stock components and easy upgrade to fully-fledged control units.
All actuators can be provided with electronic controls for problem-free communication with field
buses or other digital systems.

History
El-O-Matic was established in
1973. Initially as a subcontract
machine shop, the company
soon specialised in the manufacture of pneumatic actuators. The
growing need for process automation led to the development
and production of accessories,
such as switch boxes and valve
positioners. The year 1987 saw
the production of the first
electric actuators.
National Units
The El-O-Matic world wide net
work was quickly established, in
1978 - just five years after the
company was founded - the first
national unit was opened in
Germany. This was followed by
units in the U.S.A (1982),
United Kingdom and Singapore
(1985), India (1990), and South
Africa (1994).
El-O-Matic now has an extensive
international network of sales
offices and distributors, providing
efficient logistics and guaranteeing world wide availability.
Emerson Electric
In 1995 the company was
acquired by Emerson Electric,
an American multinational conglomerate consisting of more
than 300 companies and divisions.

Valve Automation Division

In 2001 Emerson Electric Co. has
announced the formation of the
Valve Automation Division of
Emerson Process Management, a
new operating division that consolidates the companys vast array
of valve automation products
and services. The new division
brings together well-known
industry leaders Bettis Actuators
and Controls, El-O-Matic
International, and Bettis subsidiaries Hytork International,
Shafer Valve Operating Systems,
and Dantorque.

Some figures
El-O-Matic is one of the world's
largest specialised manufacturers
of valve actuators. Our main
production facility is located in
Hengelo, in the Netherlands.
In addition, we have three main
distribution centres:
- The Netherlands (Hengelo),
serving Europe, the Middle East
and Africa
- USA (Waller TX), serving
North, Central and South
America.
- Singapore (Jurong), serving
Asia and the Pacific Area.

For El-O-Matic, the merger provides all the resources for continued expansion and growth.
Our engineering development
makes regular use of the gigantic
reservoir of process-automation
knowledge available within
Emerson's Industrial Automation
divisions.

Our local service organisations

are listed on the back of this
brochure.
Since the Emerson acquisition,
we have been part of an enterprise with a total turnover
exceeding 14.3 billion US-dollars
(1999).

Innovation
El-O-Matic strives to maintain its
leadership with these new developments. Though traditionally a
manufacturer of actuators, our
policy continues to be focused
on the supply of all the automation components located
between the hardware of the

2001

New integrated
actuator concept

Fit and forget

One of the main design parameters in the development of
our products is the fit and forget
principle: they must be easy to
install and then function faultlessly through a long working
life, also the addition of ancillaries must be quick and easy to
install. This is made possible by
the high degree of modular construction in our products.

1997

Introduction of
the ELQ electric
actuator.

1994

Introduction of
Posiflex series
valve positioners.

1987

Development of EL
series electric actuators.

1983

Development of
E series pneumatic
actuators.

1978

Opening of first
national unit in
Germany

1976

Start of production
of pneumatic
accessories

1973

Development of
P series pneumatic
actuators.

Modular construction
Our actuators and accessories are
mainly made up of standard
modules. This means that they
can be assembled - and delivered fast.
Standard products
In order to meet new and ever
demanding market requirements, our products are the subject of continuous development
and improvement.

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Policy
The process industry is in a constant state of change. The main
developments in recent years
have been the application of digital controls and the introduction
of field-bus systems. Digital
technology has dramatically
changed the verification and
control of process events and
with the two-way communication provided by fieldbus and
the ability to decentralise many
of the control functions means
that the actual cost of production is reduced. This is achieved
at the same time as providing
systems, which are more flexible, more accurate and less sensitive to faults.

valve and the software of the

process-control system. This
means a continuous activity of
new development and product
innovation.

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Pneumatic
Actuators

Accessories

Pneumatic actuators are required to operate in

a wide variety of applications; they have to
function first time every time, often under
very difficult circumstances. One actuator may
perform hundreds of cycles 24 hours a day,
whereas another may open and close just once
a month - then may stay open for months on
end, but still be ready to shut down instantly
on a failure signal.
The extremes of temperature, harsh duty and
corrosive atmospheres where actuators are
often applied demand the highest attention to
the quality of design and manufacture.

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actuators

Optimum performance
We realise that the performance
of our pneumatic actuators is
vitally important to your production process. An actuator that
does not function well often has
serious consequences for the outcome of the process. That is why
quality has been our primary
concept in actuator development.
El-O-Matic pneumatic actuators
are reliable, quality products,
continuously providing optimum
performance under all circumstances.

Standard Specification
Pressure
Temperature
Materials

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Finish
Lifespan

0.2 to 10 bar
-20C to +80C
Housing: Aluminium alloy
Shaft: Hard anodised
aluminium alloy
2-component polyurethane
Minimum of 500,000 cycles

Features
For application to ball, plug
and butterfly valves.
Can be used in other quarterturn applications, such as
dampers and pressure regulators.
Actuators are made of high
duty aluminium alloys, providing optimum strength and
corrosion resistance.
Compact rack & pinion design.
Can be supplied in single
(spring return) or double
acting versions.
Choice of twelve sizes,
with a torque range from 12 to
4000 Nm.
Mounting for solenoid valves
and position signallers to the
NAMUR standard (VDI/VDE
3845).
Valve mounting and drive
dimensions to the ISO 5211
or DIN 3337
Drive shaft provided with
insert, for low cost, versatile
direct valve mountings.
Anti-blow-out shaft.
Operating principle
Pneumatic actuators come in two
versions: double acting and single
acting (spring return). Both versions are designed in such a way
that (with the exception of the
position indicator) there are no
moving parts on the outside.This
makes them safe, easy to install
and virtually maintenance free.

Furthermore, the compact rack

and pinion construction means
that actuators are lightweight and
occupy a minimum of space.
Ample choice of spring
packages
Spring return, single acting
actuators are used in most safety
systems. Their ability to automatically return the valve to its failsafe position on air failure provides the vital link for ultimate
system shut down. El-O-Matic
spring return actuators have
modular spring packages, which enable
them to be easily
applied to a
wide variety
of supply
pressures and
operating
conditions.

Limit stops
Limit stops are necessary where
the precise adjustment of the
valves open position is required.
These are standard on all
actuators up to 1600 Nm. and
optional on the two larger sizes.
Actuators with double stroke
adjustment are also available for
those applications on high
performance butterfly valves
(closed position).
Standardisation
El-O-Matic actuators comply
fully with all the relevant industry standards. Control interfaces
for solenoid valves, switch boxes
and positioners satisfy the
NAMUR standard (VDI/VDE
3845). Valve mounting and drive
dimensions are to ISO 5211
standard (option DIN 3337).

Inserts
Actuator sizes up to 1600 Nm.
are fitted with drive inserts. This
enables actuators to be directly
mounted onto suitable valves
and eliminates the need for a
bracket and coupling type
mounting kit. The increasing use
of direct mounts significantly
cuts the cost of the valve/actuator assembly. Standard actuators
are fitted with square drive
inserts in accordance with ISO
5211 (or DIN 3337), but a wide
variety of other inserts are also
available. Special inserts may
have oversize or undersize
squares, or with double-D or
shaft key way forms. These can
be supplied on factory built
actuators or as loose items, drive
inserts are easily replaceable at
distributor or end user level.
Where direct mounts are not
possible, for instance on valves

inserts

with exposed grand packing, the

use of inserts often simplifies the
design of the mounting kit.
Long life span
El-O-Matic actuators have a
patented 3-point guiding system, full synthetic bearings and
a rack & pinion gearing. High
precision gear cutting methods
provide close tolerances and
ensure minimum gear backlash,
all of which guarantees virtually
the longest working life of any
actuator in the industry.
Application
The choice of actuator depends
primarily on the valves torque
requirement, and with El-OMatic you have the widest range
possible, 12 basic model sizes
covering a torque range from
12 to 4000 Nm.
But for optimum actuator sizing
many factors may need consideration. El-O-Matic has all available
relevant technical data on practically all the quarter-turn valve
manufacturers in the world. This
electronic database enables us to
select just the right actuator for
you, whatever the valve type:
ball, butterfly or plug valve.

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actuator
Special versions
In addition to the standard pneumatic actuators, the following
special versions can be supplied.
Actuators with steel housing.
180 actuators (half turn rather
than quarter turn).
3-position actuators for 3-way
valves.
3-position actuators with "failmid" control. Air failure returns
the valve to its mid position.
3-position actuators with pneumatically adjustable mid position.
Actuators with hydraulic speed
control, for very slow operating
speeds.
Special actuators can be built to
suit a wide variety of extreme
applications: high temperature,
low temperature, offshore, fire
safe, nuclear industry, with different operating media, etc.
Ask our technical specialists for
more information about these
special applications.

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Actuator with hydraulic speed control

3-position actuator with adjustable mid position

3-position actuator

3-position actuator with fail-mid control

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accessories
The basic actuator may be used to open and close the valve,
but if more functionality is required then the actuators specification can be extended by the addition of one or more of the
available accessories. These can be used to make the actuator
operate faster or slower or to provide position signalling feedback to the controller or to provide positional control. These
are just a small sample of the countless additional possibilities
provided by El-O-Matic pneumatic accessories. The range is
extensive and is being added to all the time.

HDN (left) and LDN

switch boxes.

Position indication
For effective valve control, the controller needs to know the open/
closed state of the valve.The El-OMatic switch box range provides
for every possible requirement for
position indication. In addition to
the basic versions described below,
El-O-Matic supplies 2- or 3-wire
proximity switches, reed switches
and switches for specific explosion-safe applications.
HDN switch box
A heavy-duty (Aluminium alloy)
switch box contains a pair of contact micro switches activated by
two cams on a shaft driven by the
actuator.These signal the full open
and closed valve position. Both
switches are independently
adjustable and terminals are provided for the systems connection.
The switch box is of generous proportions and has two electrical
entries so that, with additional terminals, the connection to the actuators solenoid valve may be back
wired to provide the user with a

single connection point.

HDN switch boxes can be supplied
as waterproof executions (IP 67 to
IEC 529) and explosion proof
executions like EEx d or EEx i
(European certification), or Class l
div 1 group C, D. Class II div 1
group E, F, G. (CSA certification).
LDN switch box
This switch box is suitable for utility applications or process applications under conditions that are less
demanding. Functionality is similar
to that of the HDN but with a
lower level of waterproofing (IP
65) and limited explosion proof

Specifications of standard switch boxes

HDN

Switches

housing

Type
Voltage
Contacts
Current at 250 V AC
Current at 250 V DC
Current at 12 V DC
Temperature
Material
Protection category
Finish
Mounting

LDN
V3, mechanical
250 V AC or DC
normally open and normally closed,
single-pole toggle switches
10 A
11 A
1/4 A
1/4 A
6A
1A
-20 C to +80C
-25 C to +80C
Aluminium alloy
Base: ABS (black)
Cover: ABS (transp.)
IP 67 (IEC 529)
IP 65 (IEC 529)
epoxy coating
VDI/VDE 3845 NAMUR

versions.
Solenoid valve
Solenoid valves provide local
open/close control by means of a
remote powered electric signal. ElO-Matic supplies industry standard
NAMUR solenoid valves for direct
mounting on the air connection
face of the actuator.These are
spring return solenoid
valves. On power
failure automatically
returning the actuator to
a pre-set (normally
closed) position.
Solenoid valves are of the universal
type and may be used on double
acting or single acting actuators;
the change is made by means of a
reversible manifold plate. Standard
solenoid valves are provided with a
manual override control. As an
option, speed control restricters are
available fitted at the exhaust ports.

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accessories

Manual Override
control

Specifications of solenoid valve

5/2 - 3/2
(convertible)
Pressure:
1 to 10 bar
Lubrication: Not necessary
Temperature: -20 to +60C
(depending on
version)
Voltage:
220 V AC/50 Hz or
24 V DC standard,
other voltages on
request
Duty:
Continuous
Protection IP65, Explosion
class:
proof on request

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Manual Override control

The El-O-Matic MO Series
declutchable gear operators offer
a simple and reliable method of
local manual operation, this may
be required during commissioning set up, as emergency control
on air failure, or as a local control
in the event of controller malfunction. As such when the hand
wheel is clutched in, the valve is
under local manual control and
the remote control is "locked
out".
Specifications of Manual
Override gearbox
Housing: Cast Aluminium
Drive: Worm/worm wheel
Worm wheel: Bronze
Temperature: -20C to + 80C
Stroke limitation: +/- 5
Finish: 2-component
polyurethane coating

Breather Block

Block & Vent valve

Speed Control plate

This is used in combination with
a NAMUR solenoid valve and
serves to provide independent
speed control of both the opening and closing strokes. The speed
control plate can be used with
both single and double acting
actuators, but when used on single acting actuators, only the
spring return stroke is regulated.
Breather Block
The breather block is used on
single acting actuators and provides corrosion protection of the
actuator spring chamber. It
should be used on applications
where the actuator is located in a
corrosive atmosphere that would
otherwise be sucked into the
actuator during the spring stroke.
The breather block is fixed directly onto the actuators NAMUR air
entry manifold and has a further
NAMUR interface so that a suitable solenoid valve may be directly mounted, or for a tubing connection in the case of a remote
solenoid valve.

The breather block has a built-in

quick exhaust function to
improve the spring stroke time.
An optional speed control can be
provided to regulate this closing
time.
Block & Vent valve
This should be used on applications where on site servicing of
the actuator is required and
where the actuator needs to be
isolated from the control system.
It provides a local means of
blocking the supply air from the
actuator at the same time venting
all compressed air from both
chambers of the actuator. It may
be used for double acting or
spring return actuators.
The valve block is fixed directly
onto the NAMUR air entry manifold and has a further NAMUR
interface so that a suitable solenoid valve may be directly
mounted.

Specifications of Breather Block and Block & Vent valve

housing
Finish
Pressure
Temperature
Air inlet
Air outlet
Air flow (Kv)
Media
Option

Breather Block
Aluminium alloy
Hard anodised
1 to 10 bar
-20 to +80C
G 1/4"
G 3/8"
air stroke: 0.8 m3/h
spring stroke: 1.9 m3/h
air, dry or corrosion-free gas
(not suitable for oxygen)

Block & Vent valve

Aluminium alloy
Anodised
PTFE impregnated
up to 10 bar
-20 to +80C
G 1/4"
G 3/8"
0.8 m3/h
0.8 m3/h
air, dry or corrosion-free gas
(not suitable for oxygen)
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accessories
BUS communication
El-O-Matic bus-communication products provide the possibility
to control pneumatic actuators via various bus systems.
Fieldbus interface cards are provided as options in our LDN,
HDN and FF34 products. They can be supplied in water and
dust proof versions as well as in explosion proof versions.

The LDN switchbox is available

with ASI (actuator sensor interface), the HD box with ASI and
Profibus-DP or PA and the FF34
with Fieldbus FoundationTM. All
have basic functionality of twoway communication, the fieldbus controller receiving input
from the two position indicating
switches (mechanically adjustable
0-90), and an output to the
solenoid valve(s) which may be
to mono-stable or bi-stable. Bus
wiring may be 2 wire or 4 wire
depending on the system.

Profibus-DP in HDN box

Profibus-DP application, weatherproof or explosion proof.
Weatherproof housing IP67.
Explosion proof housing EEx d
IIC T6.
LED indication of supply voltage and acceptance by the bus.
Output for mono or bi-stable
solenoid (24 V DC, 2.6 W
max.).
Single supply connection for
valve and I/O card.
Automatic baud rate detection
up to 12 Mbit/s.

AS interface in LDN box

ASI application, weatherproof.
Weatherproof housing IP65.
LED indication of position,
output and supply voltage.
Output for a single, monostable solenoid (24 V DC, 2.6 W
max.).
Power supply for sensor and
valve of AS interface.

Profibus-PA in HDN box

Profibus-PA application, 2-wire
intrinsically safe.
Weatherproof housing IP67.
Certified for intrinsical safety
(ATEX II 1 G EEx ia IIC
T4...T6) and Profibus PA.
LED indication of supply voltage and acceptance by the bus.
Output for mono- or bi-stable
solenoid (7 VDC, 14 milli Watt
max.)
Additional 4-20 mA analog
input for external sensors.

AS interface in HD Box
ASI application, weatherproof or
explosion proof.
Weatherproof housing IP67.
Explosion proof housing EEx d
IIC T6.
LED indication of position and
supply voltage.
Output for a single, monostable solenoid (24 V DC, 2.6 W
max).
Power supply for sensor and
valve of AS interface.

Fieldbus FoundationTM in
FF34 box
Digital control with extra
analog input
Weatherproof housing IP65.
LED indication of position and
power supply.
Output for mono- or bi-stable
solenoid (24 V DC, 2.6 W max.)
Single supply connection for
valve and I/O card.
Extra 4-20 mA analog input
for external sensors.

AS interface in LDN box

AS interface in HD box

Profibus-DP or PA in HD box

Fieldbus FoundationTM in FF34 housing

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accessories
Posiflex positioners
Positioners are instruments that play a vital part in the
process. They must convert the incoming control signal quickly
and efficiently and respond by regulating the valve to a precise
position between 0 and 100%. The El-O-Matic "Posiflex" positioners are high quality, reliable instruments that form a
strong link in modern process control systems.
The F40 is the flag- ship in the Posiflex series. This digital
positioner combines the latest microprocessor technology with
a piezoelectric interface.
F40 electro-pneumatic A/D positioner

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Posiflex positioners
The Posiflex range consists of 3
models, the pneumatic F10, the
electro-pneumatic F20 and the
digital F40. All models are used
in applications in which the
pneumatic actuators must be
positioned with a high degree of
accuracy. The positioners are suitable for both single and doubleacting . They can also be used for
controling other movements. All
Posiflex positioners are robust,
with housings of cast aluminium
alloy with a finish of powder
coating. They are highly resistant
to external corrosion. The interior
has a modular structure so that it
can be simply adapted to your
specific uses. The various accessories are described on this page.

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Accessories
G 1 and G2 gauge blocks
Type G1 is suitable for the
Posiflex F10 and gives the
actuators operating pressure
and the incoming instrument
pressure.
Type G2 is suitable for the
Posiflex F20 and F40. It provides an indication of the output and incoming air pressure.
Position transmitters PTF20,
PT2 and PTP
These electronic position transmitters transmit a continuous

4 to 20 mA feedback signal, this

reflects the mechanical position
of the positioner. These position
transmitters are also available in
an intrinsically safe EEx i execution.
The PTF20 is available as a
"Plug-in" option for the F20
positioner.
The PT2 is available as a "build
in" module for F10, F20 and
F40 positioners.
The PTP is a combined position
transmitter and two end switches for the F40 positioner. The
end switches simulate the
action of two intrinsically safe
inductive proximity switches.
Due to the fact that they are
electronic, the output signal is
particularly clean.
Position indicators
PNP, 3-wire inductive switches
IS2, 2-wire inductive switches.
This Intrinsically Safe variation
may be used as part of an
Intrinsically Safe system in an
explosion hazardous area.
S2, mechanical end of stroke V3
switches.
POT, Potentiometer for a continuous resistive feedback signal
of the valve position.
Features valve positioners
General
Provides the ultimate in quick
and accurate positioning.
Suitable for single acting
(spring return) and double
acting actuators.
High-grade aluminium alloy
housing finished with an epoxy
coating.

Direct and reverse acting.

Standard mounting to VDI/VDE
3845 (NAMUR).
Modular structure, therefore
easy expansion possibilities.
Suitable for controlling rotary
actuators and other devices.
F10
Basic pneumatic positioner.
Simple robust model.
Only mechanical parts.
External zero-setting.
Hose down proof.
F20
Electro-pneumatic positioner.
Analogue electric signal
(4-20 mA).
Split-range and reverse-acting
setting functions simply
adjustable by jumpers.
Intrinsically safe EEx ib llC T6
option.
Enclosure IP54, option IP65.
F40
Digital electro-pneumatic positioner.
Analogue control signal
(0/4-20 mA).
Digital control circuits.
Can be connected to 2, 3 or 4Wire systems.
Auto initialisation.
Virtually no air consumption.
Custom curve feedback.
Intrinsically safe EEx ib llC T6,
(option).
Enclosure IP54, option IP65.

Gauge block

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Actuators
Accessories

High levels of performance are also required

for electric valve actuators. The areas where
these operate are often hostile to both the
exterior and interior of the actuator. Further,
because electric actuators are more frequently
used in outdoor locations they are much more
likely to be exposed to the continuous attack of
environmental and chemical corrosion as well
as the associated extreme fluctuations of
temperature. In addition because of the
remoteness of many applications it is even
more vital that actuators continue reliably and
at optimum performance for extended periods
of time.

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Electricactuators ELQ
Modular construction is used extensively in the new generation of electric
actuators, the ELQ series. Plug in modules are used for an extensive range of
control options, these enable the basic actuator specification to be easily
extended to that of fully-fledged control valve actuators. The basic actuators
digital electronics enable communication with the newest fieldbus systems as
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Further product innovations

include the addition of drive
inserts for easy mounting to a
wide variety of valve types and
an exclusive universal power
supply connection. Here most
AC/DC and three phase supplies
may be directly connected to the
actuator. Thus the ELQ can rightly
be regarded as the new generation of electric actuators.
Features
Low power consumption.
Saves power and cables, and
therefore costs.
100% duty rating.
Can be used for all applications, and protects against the
motor overheating.
100% torque over the entire
stroke.
To cover all applications, even
those valves with complex
torque patterns.
3,600 starts per hour.
Can be used for all modulating
applications.
Constant engaged manual
override.
Safety non-rotating hand wheel
but constantly available for
manual emergency control.
Compact, balanced design.
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support, prevents stresses in the

pipe work and eliminates side
loads on the valve spindle.
Modular options
These are plug-in modules and
can be pre-installed at the factory, at distributor level or even
installed in the field, all without
special tools or any basic modification of the actuator. All these
options may be installed on
actuators with or without local
control boxes.
Speed control, with continuous
and pulsating speed reduction.
Local control box with softtouch control buttons and
protection class up to IP68.
Position transmitter.
Valve-positioner, with automatic
initialisation and intelligent
digital control.
Additional switches.
Operating principle
The basic version of the ELQ is
intended for simple open/close
applications.
For more sophisticated applications a large variety of options
provides the solution. These
options (insert modules) are
easy to install on the motherRemovable terminal block for the supply voltage

board without any special tools.

The external control signals and
the signals for the various insert
modules are passed to the electrical motherboard via the terminal compartment, the 'serving
hatch' of the actuator. The terminal block too is a plug-in item,
so that when interchanging
actuators the terminal block
complete with its wiring may be
reconnected to another ELQ.

High-ratio gearing

Exchangeable insert

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the ELQ with its many possibilities may also be more suitable
for applications requiring more
complex communication
between control room and actuator.
Standardisation
The ELQ is produced in accordance with the quality standard
ISO 9001. The actuator is also in
compliance with the following
industry standards:
Water and dust proof IP67
(optionally IP68) to IEC 529
and NEMA 4 to ICS 6-110.15.
Explosion proof EEx d llb T4 to
EN50014/EN50018 and
NEMA 7, 9 to ICS 6-110.24.
Valve mounting to ISO 5211
and DIN 3337
The ELQ is provided with an
efficient, high-ratio reduction
gear system. This provides the
benefits of low power consumption, low noise emission and
minimum backlash in the gear
drive. All with an extremely light
and compact unit.
Options
Due to their modular construction, ELQ options can be easily
installed. The options are:
Extra limit switches
Position transmitter
Intelligent positioner
Status information module
Communication cards
Speed control
Local control unit

has all available relevant technical data on practically all quarter-turn valve manufacturers in
the world. This electronic database enables us to select the
right actuator for you, whatever
valve type: ball, butterfly or plug
valve.
Application
For some applications electric
actuators are preferred to pneumatic. For instance, where there
are large distances between actuated valves, in this case electric
cabling is often less expensive
than installing a compressed air

Torque and sizing

The ELQ range comprises five
different size types:
ELQ100, ELQ200, ELQ300,
ELQ500 and ELQ800.
The choice of actuator depends
primarily on the valves torque
requirement, but for optimum
actuator sizing many factors
need consideration. El-O-Matic

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Electricactuators ELQ
BUS communication
El-O-Matic has developed various options for the ELQ actuators in order to
allow for control via the various bus systems. Communication with these bus
systems is handled by means of electronics partially incorporated in an expansion box mounted on the side of the ELQ. Because the ELQ uses digital electronics for basic control within the actuator it can easily handle bus type communications of most types from the relatively simple systems, such as ASI
(actuator sensor interface) to the more complex systems such as Fieldbus
FoundationTM, Profibus-DP and Profibus-PA.

Q-CFF/Q-CDPS/Q-CPAS option
With this ELQ option, El-O-Matic
provides an electric actuator with
Fieldbus FoundationTM or
Profibus-DP/PA digital field-bus
communication. Using these
fieldbus options, the input and
output signals of the actuator can
be sent via a two-wire connection and connected to the control
system via a fieldbus network.
For Fieldbus FoundationTM and
Profibus-DP or PA, three version
levels are available for 'open/close'
and 'modulating' applications.

v a l v e

a u t o m a t i o n

s y s t e m s

'Open/close' versions:
- A maximum of four digital
outputs (DO) and two analogue inputs (AI) available.
- Possibility to activate or deactivate the bus communication

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and open/close the actuator by

conventional means.
- Standard feedback of stroke
end position, signals for opening/closing, over torque or
motor-switch faults.
- Feedback of actuator temperature, run torque, maximum
torque, heater element on/off,
stroke position and when the
local control unit is used.
- Read-out possibility of various
identification items.
Modulating versions:
In addition versions fitted with
the modulating positioner have
the following reset functions:
- Remote initialisation of actuator via bus.
- Maximum of three analog
inputs (AI) available.

- Standard digital adjustable

Sensitivity/Deadband.
- Digital adjustments possible for
zero range, high and low signal, action, response curve:
Linear, equal percentage or
quick opening.
- Custom curve: the ability to
modify the equal percentage or
quick opening curves.
- 20-point curve: The response
curve can be freely modified
based on a 20-point co-ordinate grid.
Q-ASI option
This ELQ option makes it possible
to open and close the actuator
by means of the 2-wire AS interface bus system and get feedback
from the stroke end positions.
- Discrete bus communication.
- No external supply voltage
necessary for I/O cards.
- Explosion proof versions
applicable in zones 1 and 2.
- LED indication of position and
supply voltage.

Electricactuators EL
Standards
The ELS, EL and ELD series are
produced in accordance with the
quality standard ISO 9001. The
actuators, depending on model
size, are also in compliance with
the following industry standards:
ISO 5211, EN 55014
DIN 3337, EN 50082-2
EN 50014, EN 50018,
EN 50093
EN 60204, EN 60529

As market leader in actuators, we realise that the consistent

high quality of our products is of crucial importance to your
production process. Thats why our development activities focus
on quality. You'll find this reflected by the performance of our
actuators, and in our choice of such materials as high quality
aluminium alloys, stainless steel and bronze. El-O-Matic electric
actuators are reliable quality products, which can be relied on to
perform faultlessly no matter how demanding the circumstances.

Features
Standard versions are provided
with mechanical end stops, limit
switches for open/close indication and anti-condensation
heater. Corrosion resistant
materials used throughout:
Aluminium housing, stainless
steel fastenings and hard-bronze
gear transmission.
Also:
Can be applied to all ball, plug
and butterfly valves.
Low-noise, smooth running by
the use of high ratio worm and
wheel reduction.
Compact construction and
lightweight due to the use of
high-grade aluminium alloys
Corrosion protected by the use
of the external coating (2component polyurethane).
Wide range of voltage options.

Self-locking reduction gear

with minimum backlash in the
transmission.
Visual position indicator.
Mountings in accordance with
the ISO 5211 or DIN 3337
standard.

Operating principle
All actuators in these series are
totally self enclosed and have
thermal switches in the motor
windings to prevent motors
from overheating. Standardised
connection flanges are used for
simple installation on all quarter
turn valves, such as ball, plug
and butterfly valves.
ELS actuators are the economic
choice for small valves in the
torque range of 18 to 25 Nm.
The basic AC or DC motors provide torque by means of a set of
spur reduction gears.
EL actuators cover the middle
range of torques from 55 to 800
Nm. They have worm/worm
wheel reduction gearing and
hand wheel manual override.
This is directly engaged for hand
operation and is disengaged on

ELS, EL and ELD electric

actuator series
Our range of electrical actuators
comprises the ELS, EL and ELD
series. The series covers the
torque range from 18 to 2500
Nm. The ELS series is an economic choice for application on
fittings with a small passage
area. The ELD series is designed
for heavier applications and is
provided with a declutchable
manual override emergency
control.
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4A 4

37 40

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Options
El-O-Matic EL series electric
actuators are not restricted to
open/close applications, with
the addition of one or more of
the available kit options the
requirements for fully-fledged
control units can often be met.
For instance in many cases the
addition of a positioner will
enable the actuator to be used
for sophisticated control applications
Below is a brief summary of the
available options:
Extra switches.
Speed controllers.
Potentiometers.
Position transmitters.
Positioners.
Local control station.

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v a l v e

a u t o m a t i o n

s y s t e m s

These options may be added to

factory built units, or supplied
in kit form. When supplied as
kits all parts are included together with a simple to follow installation sheet.

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release, hence is non-rotating

when under motor control.
Torque switches are included to
provide mechanical protection
for the actuator drive and that of
the driven valve components.
The worm/worm wheel reduction gearing is self-locking and
is exceptionally smooth and
quiet in operation.
ELD actuators are designed for
heavier applications and have
torques from 1200 to 2500 Nm.
They are basically similar to the
EL actuators (above) but in addition are provided with a de-clutch
manual override.
Application
Remote operated valves mean
ease of operation, increased efficiency, better control of the system and therefore an increased
life span of the installation.
Where there is no compressed
air available, the choice for electric actuators is an obvious one,

but for new installations electric

actuators can have a cost advantage. The basic cost of compressed air is certainly more
than that of electric power, and
electrical cabling is more flexible
and less expensive to install than
a compressed air network.
Electric actuators are also suitable for applications requiring a
high torque: the standard version of the EL series covers
torques up to 2500 Nm.
So which actuator should you
use? El-O-Matic has all available
relevant technical data on practically all quarter-turn valve
manufacturers in the world. This
electronic database enables us to
select the right actuator for you,
whatever valve type: Ball, butterfly or plug valve.
Special versions
- Low temperature versions.
- Explosion proof version.

We would be happy to advise

you concerning your particular
requirements.

&

Torque
technical data

17

Pneumatic
actuators

air stroke

Star
t

Star
t

spring stroke

Torque

End

End

Torques in Nm

s y s t e m s
a u t o m a t i o n
v a l v e

18

Spring set no.

Actuator
3
Type
start
end
ES12
2
ES25
3
7
2
4
5
6
ES40
3 12
4
4
5
6
ES65
3 18
5
4
5
6
ES100
3 29
10
4
5
6
ES200
3 61
19
4
5
6
ES350
3 101
30
4
5
6
ES600
3 179
54
4
5
6
ES950
3 272
82
4
5
6
ES1600 3 445
144
4
5
6
PS2500 8 712
320
10 12 14 PS4000 8 1213 551
10 12 14 -

3.5

3
7.3
13
25
38
57
124
216
368
549
907
1449
2456

4
start
5.0
11
9
21
17
32
24
49
39
106
83
179
136
311
240
469
366
771
599
1203
1019
835
2045
1734
1423
-

Air stroke (Nm, pressure in bar)

4.5
5
end
start
end
start
end
2.3
6.4
3.6
7.7
4.9
7
14
9
16
12
3
11
5
14
8
11
4
13
26
17
31
22
5
21
10
26
14
21
7
18
39
25
46
32
6
31
13
38
20
30
8
30
59
41
70
51
14
49
24
59
34
49
17
64
129
86
151
109
26
105
49
127
71
104
33
107
217
146
256
185
41
175
80
214
118
171
52
186
377
252
443
318
74
306
140
372
206
302
94
279
568
378
666
476
113
465
211
563
310
460
143
470
934
633 1097 796
198
762
361
925
523
753
251
811 1449 1057 1694 1302
529 1265
775 1510 1020
247 1080
492 1326 738
896
210 1142 456
1384 2462 1800 2878 2216
908 2151 1324 2567 1740
431 1840
848 2256 1264
1529
372 1945 788

start
3.7
9
17
25
39
84
140
245
371
268
608
958
774
1629
1318
-

end
1.0
5
8
11
20
42
68
120
181
14
307
566
284
968
491
-

3.5
8.5
16
29
45
66
146
253
430
642
1061
1694
2872

Pressure (bar)
4
4.5
5
9.7
10.9
12.2
18
20
23
34
38
42
51
58
64
76
86
95
167
188
209
290
326
363
492
554
617
735
828
921
1214 1368
1522
1940 2186
2431
3289 3705
4121

Double Acting
2
4.8
9
17
25
37
82
143
243
363
600
958
1624

90

90

Clockwise
Rotation

Torque diagram with

single acting actuators

Single Acting

Actuator
ED12
ED25
ED40
ED65
ED100
ED200
ED350
ED600
ED950
ED1600
PD2500
PD4000

Anticlockwise
Rotation

5.5
13.4
25
47
71
105
230
400
679
1014
1676
2677
4538

6
14.6
27
51
78
114
251
436
741
1107
1829
2922
4954

6.5
15.9
29
55
84
124
272
473
804
1200
1983
3168
5370

7
17.1
32
59
91
134
293
510
866
1293
2137
3413
5786

5.5
start
9.0
19
16
14
11
35
30
26
21
52
45
37
30
80
69
59
48
173
150
126
103
295
252
210
509
438
368
298
765
662
559
456
1260
1088
916
744
1940
1756
1572
1387
3294
2983
2672
2362

8
19.6
36
68
104
153
335
583
991
1479
2444
3904
6619

6
end
6.2
14
10
6
2
27
19
11
4
39
27
15
3
61
44
27
11
131
93
56
18
224
157
91
384
272
160
48
575
408
242
75
959
686
414
142
1548
1266
984
701
2633
2157
1680
1204

start
10.3
21
19
16
14
40
35
30
25
59
52
44
37
90
80
69
59
196
172
149
125
334
291
249
206
575
504
434
364
863
760
657
554
1423
1251
1079
907
2186
2001
1817
1633
3710
3400
3089
2778

7
end
7.5
17
13
8
4
31
23
16
8
46
34
22
10
71
54
38
21
153
116
78
41
263
196
130
63
450
338
226
114
673
507
340
174
1121
849
577
305
1794
1511
1229
947
3049
2573
2097
1620

Start

start
12.9
26
23
21
18
49
44
39
34
73
66
58
50
110
100
89
79
240
217
193
170
412
369
326
283
707
636
566
496
1060
957
854
751
1748
1577
1405
1233
2677
2492
2308
2124
4543
4232
3921
3610

End

Torque

Rotation

90

end
10.1
21
17
13
9
40
32
25
17
60
48
36
23
91
75
58
41
198
160
123
85
340
274
207
141
582
470
358
246
870
704
537
371
1447
1175
903
630
2285
2002
1720
1438
3882
3405
2929
2453

Spring stroke
(Nm)
start
end
7.2
4.6
11
7
14
9
18
11
21
13
20
12
26
17
33
21
40
25
32
20
42
26
53
33
63
40
44
27
58
37
73
46
88
55
98
61
131
82
164
102
196
123
174
112
232
149
289
186
347
223
292
183
389
245
487
306
584
367
434
269
579
359
724
448
869
538
711
449
947
598
1184
748
1421
897
1057
663
1321
829
1585
995
1849 1160
1783 1119
2229 1399
2674 1679
3120 1958

Torque diagram of
double acting actuators

Dimensions and technical data

Air connections and topwork
Acc. VDI/VDE 3845 (NAMUR)

Air connections and topwork

Acc. VDI/VDE 3845 (NAMUR)

Centring plate
(only for actuators
to DIN 3337)

ISO 5211

DIN 3337

Technical data
Actuator type
Bore
Stroke
Weight:

mm.
mm.
DA
kg.
SR
kg.
Operating time
sec.
Air consumption port A stroke
at 1 atm (litres) port B stroke

E12
46
12.6
0.61
0.67
0.4
0.05
0.06

E25
56
15.7
1.3
1.7
0.5
0.1
0.11

E40
70
18.8
1.8
2.4
0.7
0.16
0.22

E65
80
22
2.4
3.6
1.1
0.33
0.36

E100
91
25.1
3.1
4.6
1.2
0.35
0.49

E200
110
37.7
5.8
9.1
2.3
0.8
1

E350
145
37.7
10.4
16.9
3.6
1.8
1.9

E600
175
44
19.4
27.6
4.5
2.9
3.1

E950
200
50.3
26.4
38.6
5.4
4.7
4.9

E1600
230
62.8
42.7
65.8
6.9
7.3
8.0

P2500
300
56.5
56.8
88.2
7
8
9.3

P4000
325
81.7
86.6
131.8
12
13.5
17.5

103
118
60
20
60
33

159
172
80
20
74
46

180
204
93
20
86
53

199
249
105
20
98
58

221
267
118
20
108
63

283
360
143
20
128
73

305
387
181
20
173
95

387
477
220
30
207
113

424
517
259
30
231
126

516
637
297
30
265
142

378
570
356
30
350
183

502
834
380
30
380
200

19
50/70
M6/
M8

22
70/102
M8/
M10

27
70/102
M8/
M10

27
102/125
M10/
M12

17
70
M8

22
102
M10

22
102
M10

27
125
M12

Dimensions (mm.)
A DA
B SR
C
D
H
I
ISO 5211

O
V1/V2
W1/
W2

DIN 3337

O
V
W

9
11
42 36/50
M6 M5/
M6
9
42
M6

11
50
M6

14
14
50/70 50/70
M6/
M6/
M8
M8
14
50
M6

14
50
M6

36
46
102/140 165/254
M10/
M20/
M16
4xM16
36
140
M16

46
165
M20

46
55
165/254 165/254
M20/
M20/
4xM16 8xM16
46
165
M20

55
254
M16

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Electricactuators ELQ
Dimensions and technical data
Mounting
Mountingflange
flange to
ISO
5211
ISO
5211 / EN12216
Space for
cover removal

Standard
inserts,
Standard
inserts,
other
inserts
optional
other
inserts
optional

Terminal block
for supply power

Mounting flange
Mounting flange to
DIN
3337
DIN 3337

2x E cable entry
control signal
(option M20)

E cable entry
(option M20)

Standard inserts,
Standard inserts,
other inserts optional

other inserts optional

Technical data

Dimensions of local control unit

WP version

Actuator type
ELQ100 ELQ200 ELQ300
Max. torque (Nm.) Break/Run
100
200
300
Speed./90 (Sec.) max. load
10
14
18
no load
6
8
13
Power
115VAC
1
1
1
(A)
230VAC
0.5
0.5
0.5
Max.
400VAC
0.3
0.3
0.3
24V DC
4.1
4.3
4.0
Power (W) rated
98
102
96
Weight (Kg)
13
14
14.5

116
81
116

Dimensions of local control unit

Explosion proof version

A
B
C
D
Pg E
F
G
H
M
N

148
147
287
100
Pg13.5
118
103
125
50
100

148
147
287
100
Pg13.5
156
103
125
50
180

148
147
287
100
Pg13.5
156
103
125
50
180

182
187
335
100
Pg13.5
219
132
175
60
300

182
187
335
100
Pg13.5
256
132
175
60
400

ISO 5211

O
P

19
25.2

19
25.2

22
28.2

27
36.2

36
48.2

DIN 3337

O
P

17
25.2

22
25.2

22
28.2

27
36.2

36
48.2

102
140
M10x16
M16x25

102
140
M10x16
M16x25

86
133

s y s t e m s

Dimensions
Option
Box
with:
Dimensionsof
Option
Box
with;
TM
--Fieldbus
Fieldbus Foundation
Foundation
--Profibus
Profibus DP
DP
AS-Interface
--AS-Interface
RelayBox
Box
--Relay
Pg13.5
Pg
13.5
Option M20x1.5
Option
M20x1.5

a u t o m a t i o n
v a l v e

ELQ800
800
36
28
1.7
0.9
0.5
5.1
125
30

Dimensions (mm.)

86

20

ELQ500
500
22
17
1.7
0.9
0.5
5.3
130
28

120

Pg13.5 Pg 13.5
Option
OptionM20x1.5
M20x1.5
A

B
Diam. in mm ELQ 100 ELQ 200 ELQ 300 ELQ 500 ELQ 800
Dim in
A mm.ELQ100ELQ200ELQ300ELQ500ELQ800
205
205
205
258
258
A205205205258258
B
323
361
361
477
514
B323361361477514

V1
V2
W1
W2

70
70
70
102
102
102
M8x13 M8x13 M8x13
M10x16 M10x16 M10x16

Electricactuators ELS, EL and ELD

Dimensions and technical data
EL
ELDseries
series
ELand
en ELD
actuator
actuators

Local control unit

Local control station
Explosion proof version
Explosion proof

Space for
cover removal

Hand wheel

Local
Local control
control
unit,
station Weather
WP
version
Proof

Mounting flange to
ISO 5211

Actuator type
Torque
(Nm)
Speed (Sec.)
Current (A)
(Max.)

Power (W)

Weight
Duty rating

Break
Run
50Hz
60Hz
110V AC
220V AC
380V AC
24V DC
110V AC
220V AC
24V DC
(Kg.)
50%

Dimensions (mm.)
A
B
C
D
Pg E
F
G
H
M

Mounting flange
to DIN 3337

ELS18
18
14
6.5
5.5
0.55
0.1
0.8
45
40
4.8
2.2
50%

ELS25
25
20
9.5
7.5
0.6
0.3
0.51
25
65
2.4
2.8
30%

EL55
55
20
6
5
1.1
0.6
0.4
5
100
72
45
6
30%

EL100
100
35
7
6
2.9
1.0
0.7
8
225
200
118
11
30%

EL150
150
53
9
7.5
2.9
1.7
0.7
8
225
200
118
11
30%

EL200
200
70
13
11.5
2.9
1.7
0.7
8
225
200
118
16.5
30%

EL350
350
123
23
18
2.9
1.7
0.7
8
225
200
118
17
30%

EL500
500
175
25.5
21.5
2.9
1.7
0.7
8
225
200
118
25.5
30%

EL800 ELD1200
800
1200
280
420
25.5
25.5
21.5
21.5
4.5
14
2.3
7
0.9
2.8
12
315
535
305
450
26
37
30%
30%

ELD1600 ELD2500
1600
2500
560
875
25.5
28
21.5
22.5
14
58
7
27
2.8
9
535
720
450
792
37
75
30%
30%

130
122.5
85
13.5
11.2

157
135
100
13.5
13

130
60
255
145
13.5
70
95
90
27.5

135
82
292
165
13.5
77
120
90
33

135
82
292
165
13.5
77
120
90
33

170
109
315
165
21
96
140.5
125
33

170
109
315
165
21
96
140.5
125
33

195
128
318
165
21
123
166
150
48

195
128
356
190
21
123
166
150
48

263
128
378
110
21
123
261
176
89

263
128
378
110
21
123
261
176
89

320
220
485
130
21
160
232
210
76

ISO 5211

O
P

7
11

10
12

14
18

19
25

19
25

19
25

19
25

27
36

27
36

36
48

36
48

46
60

DIN 3337

O
P

7
11

10
12

14
18

17
22

17
22

17
22

17
22

27
36

27
36

36
48

36
48

46
60

V1
V2
W1
W2

42
M6x9
-

50
70
M6x12
M8x15

50
70
M6x12
M8x15

50
70
M6x12
M8x15

50
70
M6x12
M8x15

70
102
M8x15
M10x18

70
102
M8x15
M10x18

102
M10x18
-

140
M16x25
-

165
M20x32
-

125
140
M12x20 M16x25
-

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