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Weatherproof
Quarter-turn Actuators
AQL RANGE
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 AQL range
The essentials
for quarter-turn electric actuation
AQ1L - AQ3L AQ7L

Product overview Product benefits

Mechanical position
indicator as standard COMPACTNESS AND RELIABILITY FOR EXPLOSIVE
Easy commissioning Check the position of your valve at a glance
ATMOSPHERE
Wiring diagram directly available inside the cover

• Compact & optimized design • Reliable design

Heavy duty design > Super compact design > B
 ERNARD CONTROLS design
> Product architecture & torque range methodology built-up on the
Full aluminium enclosure protected by
durable powder coating adapted to customers’ requirements: 3 nuclear market highly demanding
models from 15 to 70 Nm requirements
> Multi-voltage (AC/DC) & multi- > 80+ years of continuous experience
frequency products : suitable and BC inventor of the compact
whatever your location on the globe quarter-turn electric actuator
> 24VDC or 12VDC, both 2 or 3 > Extended lifetime: more than
wires available as an option 200000 cycles attained during
> Short delivery time, even for endurance tests in laboratory
voluminous project, thanks to large > Heavy duty design: full aluminum
production capacity enclosure protected by durable
powder coating, C4, IP68, large
temperature scale
• Easy to use
Cable entries New camblock system > Easy commissioning for quick
> Self-locking at all speeds without
any additional component
Easy set up of the travel limitation system installation on site: pre-wired version, > S4 Motor Service Duty. Up to 120
with a standard screwdriver.
wiring diagram inside the cover, Quick starts per hour at peak of operation
connector (IP68) option > Electronic torque limiter for
> User-friendly set up of travel reinforced valve security
limitation system with a standard > 100% of delivered products are
screwdriver. Cameblock directly tested with automatic process before
Manual operation accessible at the front delivery
Emergency intervention via > Positionner option (4-20mA)
manual hexagonal output 10mm > Semi automated assembly line:
> Manual operation via manual enables complete electronics
hexagonal output: essential for traceability
emergency intervention
New mobile application BC > BC APP: Bernard Controls new mobile
App application to get access to full
documentation and Assistance
> Get access to
documentation and
Bernard Controls
Assistance
Flange according
to ISO 5211
models delivered with
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 AQL RANGE
Weatherproof Quarter-turn Actuators

> Range overview

AQL
AQ1L-AQ3L-AQ7L

1Ph 85-260V 50/60Hz

- 24VDC 3 wires
12V DC - 2 or 3 wires (on request)
24V DC - 2 or 3 wires (on request)

On-Off Class A as standard

> OPTIONS
Position transmitter (4-20mA out)
Positioner (4-20mA in/out)
> Class B
Quick connector

Contents

Product specifications - AQL .......................................................................... 3

Product selection ............. ..................................................................... 5

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
AQL actuators include a multi-voltage board to supply a 24VDC motor,
Description compact gear case, emergency manual override and standard star-shaped
output

15N.m to 70N.m
Torque range
GENERAL
Adapted to process requirements:
• On-Off: Class A actuators complying with
Duty Classification EN15714-2
• Inching/Positioning: Class B actuators
complying with EN15714-2

• Aluminium die casting

Casing • Cover fastened by captive and stainless
steel screws

• Type : Epoxy powder coating as standard

External Protection • Protection: C4 according to ISO 12944
• For colors and finishes, please consult us
ENCLOSURE -
PROTECTION IP68
Weatherproofness NEMA 4X as standard
Relative humidity: 0 to 95%.

-20…+60°C / -4 ... +140°F

Ambient
Other temperatures, please consult us
temperature range

DC motors
Motor technology

On/Off operation (complying with

MOTOR EN15714-2 Class A) and Inching/Positioning (complying with EN15714-2
Motor duty rating Class B):
S4-30% motor duty rating. Up to 120 starts per hour at peak of operation.
(Voltage ±10%, frequency ±2%)

Actuator is mechanically self-locking

Gear design

Manual emergency operation via manual hexagonal output 10mm

Manual emergency operation
MECHANICAL
SPECIFICATIONS Actuator flanges comply with ISO 5211
Output flange

The actuators are lubricated for the product lifetime and do not require
Lubrication any special service.

• The actuators can operate on a range

Power supply of single phase power supply
from 85VAC to 260VAC.

ELECTRICAL • Screw-type terminals for controls and

SPECIFICATIONS Terminal power supply. Internal earth grounding
compartment post.
• Quick connector (on option)

Conduit entries 2 x M20 as standard

• Limit switches actuated by adjustable

camblock
• 2 SPDT switches as standard (Open and
Travel limit systems
Close) + 2 auxiliary switches (for
POSITION
signaling); 250VAC-5A/ 48VDC-2.5A
SENSORS (resistive load)

Inching/Positioning POSITION TRANSMITTER OPTION:

control 2 wires for 4-20mA

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
BERNARD CONTROLS new mobile application is available as standard.
BERNARD CONTROLS mobile interface allows the user to:
• Access to the documentation relative
to the selected actuator (enter the Serial
Application for
SETTINGS number) or scan the QR code on the
mobile device nameplate of the actuator
• Access to BERNARD CONTROLS contact
information according to the area
concerned

AQL actuators comply with:

• directive 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic
compatibility
• directive 2006/95/EC Low voltage
• the following harmonised standards: EN
CONFORMITY TO Compliance with EC 61000- 6-4: Generic emissions standard
EC DIRECTIVES Directives for industrial environments; EN 61000-6-2:
Generic immunity standard for industrial
environments; EN 60034-1: Rotating 2/2
electrical machines; EN 60529: Degrees
of protection provided by enclosures (IP
ratings code)

Product selection

AQ001L DE 013 P A 0 0 0 E 0 M
Connection Type
M=Metric
I=Imperial NPT
C= Quick Connector
Output Flange
0=Standard Flange
Certification
E=EC Standard
L=EC Low Temperature
C=CSA (Low Temperature)
R=EAC (Low Temperature)
Fieldbus Options
0=N/A

LOGIC Options
0=N/A

Analog Signals Options

0=Without; 1=Position Transmitter; 2=Positioner;

Duty & Modulating Classification

A=Class A;
B=Class B

Control Type
P=SWITCH Prewired

Operating time (sec)

Voltage
FH=1Ph 85-260V 50/60Hz - 24VDC ABC (3 wires); DE=Direct Current 24VDC ABC (3
wires); DF=Direct Current 12VDC ABC (3 wires); DD=Direct current 24VDC PN (2
wires); DG=Direct current 12VDC PN (2 wires)
Actuator Type

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W E AT H E R P R O O F R A N G E S W E AT H E R P R O O F R A N G E S EXPLOSIONPROOF RANGES
Quarter-turn & Multi-turn SQX & STX RANGES
• SQX: 80 to 800 Nm (direct) & up to 1,000,000 Nm on request
• STX: 25 to 2,200 Nm (direct) & up to 20,000 Nm on request
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• Compliance with international explosionproof standards:

• 15 to 70 Nm (direct mount)
The dedicated solutions FLEXIBLE
ATEX, INMETRO, IEC-Ex, EAC-Ex, NEMA 7 & 9...
& • Type of Controls: > Electromechanical SWITCH
• Type of Controls: > Electromechanical SWITCH
MODULAR > Hardwired
• BC Duty & Modulating Classification

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ULTRA Multi-turn BT RANGE > SIL2
COMPACT
On-Off A Inching B
Positioning • 30 to 500 Nm (direct mount) | Up to 32,000 Nm on request • BC Duty & Modulating Classification
On-Off A+ Inching B+ Modulating III
• Environment: • 10 to 127 rpm (direct mount) & high speed: up to 180 rpm (direct) Positioning
> IP 68 / C4 (High paint protection option C5) • Type of Controls: > Smart INTELLI+®(v3) • Environment: IP 68 / C3 up to C5-M / T: -20°C ...+70°C (low T° option: -60°C)
> T: -20°C ...+60°C COMPACT • Wiring: Double-sealing as standard • Special configurations: Corrosion protection, Fire proofing, Extreme temperatures
&
COMPLETE > New terminal plate with pins for easy wiring
FA I LS A F E R A N G E S
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> Quick Connector

Quarter-turn Failsafe Actuators FQ RANGE
• 50 to 10,000 Nm (up to 1000 Nm direct mount) • Advanced BC Duty & Modulating Classification
Fast and shock-free reliable spring-return technology during emergency operation
Up to 1,000,000 Nm on request • BC Duty & Modulating Classification
On-Off A+ Inching B+ Modulating III+
• Type of Controls: > Electromechanical SWITCH Positioning
COMPACT On-Off A Inching B Modulating III
& > Smart LOGIC (v2) Positioning
SMART
• BC Duty & Modulating Classification • Environment: > IP 68 / C4 ( High paint protection option C5) • Environment: IP 67 / C3 / T: -20°C ...+70°C (low T° option -40°C)
On-Off A Inching B Modulating III > T: -20°C ...+60°C Low T° (Low T° option -40°C) Failsafe Actuators FQX RANGE
Positioning • Linear applications
• Explosionproof versions ATEX-NEMA
• Environment:
> IP 68 / C4 (High paint protection option C5) SPECIAL REQUESTS Quarter-turn & Linear Failsafe FSeX RANGE
> T: -20°C ...+60°C (Low T° option -40°C) The complete combination of modern electrics and power of hydraulics
Quarter-turn SQ RANGE • BC Duty & Modulating Classification
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Multi-turn AT RANGE • 45 to 10,000 Nm (up to 800 Nm direct mount) | Up to 1,000,000 Nm on request
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On-Off A Inching B Modulating III

• With type of Controls: > Smart INTELLI+®(v2) With Fieldbus Redundant ... Positioning
• 30 to 500 Nm (direct mount) | Up to 32,000 Nm on request > SIL2 • Environment: IP 67 / C4 / T: -20°C ...+60°C
• 10 to 127 rpm (direct mount) • Wiring: Double-sealing with INTELLI+ • ATEX-NEMA, SIL3
• Type of Controls: > Electromechanical SWITCH
COMPACT > Smart LOGIC (v2)
& NUCLEAR RANGES
SMART • Wiring: > Screw Type Terminal
• BC Duty & Modulating Classification Multi-turn ST RANGE Nuclear classified Actuators
On-Off A Inching B Modulating III • 60 to 2,200 Nm (direct mount) | up to 20,000 Nm on request
Positioning • SQN & ST & SN &SD Nuclear qualified electric actuators
•10 to 120 rpm (direct mount) | High speed: up to 190 rpm (direct & <300Nm)
+ Full range of other Qualified Solutions: Quarter-turn,
• Environment: > IP 68 / C4 ( High paint protection option C5) • With type of Controls: > Smart INTELLI+®(v2) With Fieldbus Redundant ...
FLEXIBLE Multi-turn and Linear for inside & outside containment
& > SIL2
> T: -20°C ...+60°C (Low T° option -40°C) applications; Failsafe actuators
MODULAR
• Linear applications

EXPLOSIONPROOF RANGES
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• 40 Nm and 70 Nm
• Compliance with international explosionproof standards: ATEX, IEC-Ex, CUSTOMIZED DESIGN & PROJECTS: NEW GENERATION OF SMART CONTROLS
ULTRA NEMA 7...
COMPACT
At any time and anywhere on the globe, BERNARD

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• BC Duty & Modulating Classification support. From the design stage to installation, LOGIC (v2) INTELLI+® (v3)
commissioning, maintenance and training,
On-Off A Inching B our experts help you to define and implement The main functions you Advanced control
Positioning the most appropriate solution to your specific
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• Environment: IP 68 / C4 ( C5 on request) / T: -20°C ...+60°C integrated controls critical applications!
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• Linear applications
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