Kinetrol Positioner

The AP positioner moves an actuator to a

position set by a 3-15psi control signal
and holds it there. Its features are:

Fast, smooth, accurate response

Simple, all-mechanical function for

unbeatable reliability

Three flow options to optimise control

on all actuator sizes

Universal application
The unit can be mounted in any
orientation on to any quarter-turn or
linear application

Easy set up
Quick calibration and reversal of
rotational sense (clockwise and counter
ATEX Up to Category 1
clockwise) without special tools or parts
change
Operation ATEX CAT 1 / IECEX approved versions
The AP Positioner is designed to drive a rotary or linear available
actuator to a position set by a 3-15 psi (0.2 to 1.0 bar)
signal and hold it there until the signal changes. When a Easily retrofitted integral module
signal pressure is applied to the diaphragm it moves the options include:
force balance lever clockwise against the tension of the
feedback spring. This moves the spool valve, supplying air Two wire 4-20mA angle retransmit
pressure to one side of the actuator while exhausting (inside the same case)
trapped air from the other side. The feedback shaft follows
the movement of the actuator and turns the cam counter
Mechanical or inductive limit switches
clockwise, pushing the cam follower and increasing the
(general or hazardous areas)
tension on the feedback spring until it balances the forces
on the diaphragm and moves the spool valve to its hold
position. 4-20mA I/P convertors (general or
hazardous areas)
The input signal and desired position is determined by the
cam profile. A cam giving 0-90° output movement linearly Clear Cone visual position indicator
proportional to a 3-15 psi (0.2-1.0 bar) signal is standard, (general or hazardous areas)
and almost any desired characteristic can be supplied to
order; if it cannot be found in the list of existing options DIN plug option for retransmit connection
contact Kinetrol.
Low (-40°C / -40°F) and high (100°C / 212°F)
temperature versions available
Feedback
Schematic 90° Motion Linkage
Functional Feedback Shaft Fail hold options available
Diagram
Feedback Cam
Choice of mount options - see opposite
Spool Valve
Weatherproof, compact and robust
Flexible Exhaust metal housing
Diaphragm
Supply
Vibration and shock resistant to 4G
Signal To
Pressure Actuator Built in ports for signal air supply
3-15psi
and gauge connections
Force Balance
Lever
Zero ATEX CAT 2 Exd switch option available
Range Adjuster
Adjuster
Feedback
Spring

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Kinetrol Positioner
The AP positioner can be directly mounted on Maximum Vibration Tolerance 4G, 100Hz
standard Kinetrol models 05, 07, 08, 09, 10,
12, 14 and 15 actuators, both double acting I/P Converter Options - please see I/P data sheet
and spring return, giving an assembly with no
external plumbing, wiring or mechanical
connections and the best in direct backlash Travel Times
free control. Mount kits are available for Maximum velocity (no load) at 5.5 bar / 80 psi
models 16, 18, 21, 30 and 60. Model 05 07 08 09 10 12 14 15
Alternatively, discrete versions mount on any Deg/Sec 180 90 53 45 33 25 10.6 6.0
actuator using VDI/VDE 3845 NAMUR drive,
or Kinetrol male square with mounting *Externally piped from AP positioner to actuator
brackets. Neat adaptations for linear cylinders Model 12* 14* 15* 16* 18* 21* 30* 60*
are also available - consult Kinetrol for details. Deg/Sec 32 13.8 7.5 22.5 11.3 5.9 3.8 1.9

Specification Cam Options

Air Supply instrument quality (dry, Giving typical control characteristics. Contact
clean, oil free) 3.5 to 7 bar, Kinetrol for details of other options or see TD112.
(50 psi to 100 psi) standard.
Input Control
Consult Kinetrol for low Electrical Output
pressure application Air Signal Characteristic Cam No.
Signal Movement
3-15 psi
Signal 3-15psi (0.2-1.0 bar) 0.2-1.0 bar
4-20mA 0-90° Linear 5-1A
standard. Consult Kinetrol 3-9psi
4-12mA 0-90° Linear 5-2A
for split range, 6-30 psi etc. 0.2-0.6 bar
6-12 psi
Control Response 0-90° linear output 8-16mA 0-90° Linear 5-3A
0.4-0.8 bar
standard. Consult Kinetrol 9-15psi
12-20mA 0-90° Linear 5-4A
for other characteristic cam 0.6-1.0 bar
options 3-15 psi
4-20mA 0-60° Linear 5-5A
0.2-1.0 bar
Sensitivity better than 0.7% of span* 3-15 psi
4-20mA 0-45° Linear 5-6A
0.2-1.0 bar
Hysteresis better than 0.7% of span* 3-15 psi
4-20mA 0-90°
Proportional
5-7A
0.2-1.0 bar Flow
Deviation less than 1% of span* 3-9 psi
4-12mA 0-90°
Proportional
5-8A
from linearity 0.2-0.6 bar Flow
9-15 psi Proportional
12-20mA 0-90° 5-22A
Flowrates @ 5.5 bar AP: 3.3 scfm (93nl/min) 0.6-1.0 bar Flow
MP: 10.0 scfm (283nl/min) 3-12 psi
4-16mA 0-90° Linear 5-13A
0.2-0.8 bar
HP: 27.0 scfm (764nl/min)
9-15 psi
12-20mA 0-60° Linear 5-14A
Operating -20°C to +80°C (-4°F to +176°F) Standard 0.6-1.0 bar
Temperature Range -20°C to +100°C (-4°F to +212°F) High Temp
-40°C to +80°C (-40°F to +176°F) Low Temp
Materials • case and cover - zinc
alloy
• spool and liner - stainless
steel
• diaphragm:
- reinforced polyurethane
(standard)
- fluorocarbon rubber
(high temp)

• feedback spring - steel

- silicone rubber (low temp)
Finish epoxy stove enamel

Enclosure Rating IP54

same as double acting or

spring return actuator.
Output Torque When controlling fast
movement of inertia loads
consult Kinetrol

* These refer to the combination of Kinetrol actuator with AP

positioner - not just the positioner performance

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Kinetrol Positioner
Positioner Dimensions
16 (0.63") 46
(1.78") 18 (0.7") External Port
G1/4
*55 (2.2") 19 (0.75") 68 (2.7") 55 (2.2") (1/4 NPT)

External Port
G1/4
(1/4 NPT)

Air Supply
Port G1/4
(1/4 NPT)

170 (6.7")

(0.45")
11.5
129.5 (5.1")
Signal pressure
Port G1/8
(1/4 NPT)

137.5 (5.41")
Angle Retransmit:
Actuator *Additional Additional Gauge ISO/DIN models M16 conduit entry
Model Adaptor Dim. Adaptor Weight Port G1/8 ANSI models 3/8 NPS
(1/8 NPT) AP Positioner Optional DIN plug if required
12, 14 & 15 15.5 (0.61") 0.56 kg / 1.21 lbs shown direct mounted on a
Kinetrol 07 Actuator

Namur Non-Hazardous Kinetrol Discrete/

Discrete Version I/P Version High Flow Version
External Port:
G3/8 (3/8 NPT)

(2.79")
71
DIN plug
option (8.27")
210

Ø 15.0

(6.96")
177
M16 Conduit Entry
(3/8-18 NPS)
(2.99")
76
4.0

11.5
36.0

Ø 4.95 Air Supply

4.85
Ø 88
(3.46")

4 Mount Holes: External Port: Exhaust Port:

M6 x 5 deep G3/8 (3/8 NPT) G3/8 (3/8 NPT) fitted
equi-spaced 132 (5.19") with regular silencers.
on 50 PCD
4.0 A/F

(3.58")
91.0

13 (0.51")
(1.85")
47

Inlet Port:
G3/8 (3/8 NPT)

Mount Holes same 9.53/9.48 A/F (0.375/0.373")

as Namur discrete Adjustable

Explosion Proof I/P Version Switch Box Version

124 DIA
(4.88" DIA)

47
(1.85")
195 (7.68") AP & MP
190 (7.5") HP

(0.78")

M20 x 1.5
20

(1/2 NPT)

Conduit Entry
(4.41")

ISO M20 x 1.5

112

ANSI 1/2 -14 NPS

(4.2")
106

SIGNAL

K L
I N
E T RO

1/8 NPT
GAUGE PORT Where drawing information is not given - it is the same as the direct mount version

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