BASIC PRINCIPLE OF FAIL SAFE ELECTRIC ACTATORS An electric actuator in the valve automation field is a device that converts electrically generated high speed low rotary motor torque into low…
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What is an Electric Actuator?
An electric actuator in the valve automation field is a device that converts electrically generated high speed low rotary motor torque into low speed high rotary torque which, when coupled to a part-turn or multi-turn valve, drives the valve.
What is a Butterfly Valve?
A butterfly valve is a designed to isolate the flow in pipes using a disc which, when aligned with the pipe allows flow, but when perpendicular isolates it.
Generic Installation Instructions – 2 Piece Flanged Ball Valves
The 2 piece split body valve allows easy replacement of body gasket, seats and seals without the need for any specialist tools.
Generic Installation Instructions – Double Union Plastic Ball Valves
The double union valve allows easy replacement of body gasket, seats and seals without the need for any specialist tools. They are a floating ball deign, the ball is free to move horizontally inside the valve body when induced…
Why are actuators used with directional control valves?
Directional-control valves are one of the most basic components of any system that controls the flow of a fluid or gaseous medium and are used in numerous applications. Directional control valves perform three basic functions.
What are the different types of valves that are commonly used in systems?
Linear motion valves operate by moving a disc in a linear motion, restricting the flow.
AVS Relocates to Matlock, Derbyshire
AVS were able to secure the Matlock premises vacated by the former UK arm of the J+J actuator brand…
What is an electric actuator and how does it work?
WHAT IS AN ELECTRIC ACTUATOR? An electric actuator or to be more precise an electric valve actuator, is a machine that converts electrical energy into rotary torque which is used…
J+J Actuators from stock
5 J+J B35 on-off electric valve actuators have been dispatched. Pre-assembled with brass ball valves, they were shipped from stock today to one of our European customers.