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Butterfly Valves with Pneumatic Actuators: Setup Guide
Date:2026-06-13 10:31:22 Author:Zhejiang Kinko Fluid Equipment Co., Ltd

1. Component Overview

ComponentTypical Specification
Butterfly valveWafer/lug, DN50–DN600, EPDM/PTFE seat
Pneumatic actuatorRack & pinion, double-acting or spring-return
Solenoid valve5/2 (DA) or 3/2 (SR), 24V DC / 110V AC
Limit switch box2x SPDT mechanical or proximity
Air regulator5μm filter, 0–8 bar

2. Mechanical Mounting (5 Steps)

StepActionCritical Check
1Close valve disc (0°)Parallel to flow
2Set actuator to closed positionMatch valve stroke
3Slide actuator onto stemNo force required
4Tighten bracket bolts10–25 Nm per size
5Tighten coupler boltUse thread locker

ISO 5211 mounting reference:

Valve SizeISO PadDrive square (mm)
DN50F0511
DN80–100F0714
DN150F1017
DN200F1222
DN300F1427

3. Air Supply Requirements

ParameterRequirement
Pressure5.5–6.5 bar (80–95 psi)
Air qualityISO 8573-1 Class 5 (dry, <40μm particles)
Tube ID (up to 5m)4mm (for <200 Nm) / 6mm (200–600 Nm)

4. Solenoid Valve Wiring

Actuator TypeSolenoid FunctionPorts
Double-acting5/2 way, single coil1(air), 2&4(actuator), 3&5(exhaust)
Spring-return (fail closed)3/2 way, NC1(air), 2(actuator), 3(exhaust)

Wiring (24V DC): Brown (+) → PLC output, Blue (–) → common. Add flyback diode.


5. Stroke Adjustment

PositionAdjustment
Closed (0°)Loosen closed stop lock nut. Turn screw: CW = less rotation, CCW = more
Open (90°)Loosen open stop lock nut. Adjust for fully parallel disc

Range: ±5° from nominal.

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6. Speed Control

Install one-way flow control fittings on exhaust ports:

Desired EffectFitting Location
Slow closeClose port exhaust
Slow openOpen port exhaust
Slow bothBoth ports

Starting point: 1/2 turn open from fully closed.


7. Limit Switch Setup

StepAction
1Mount switch box on actuator top
2Close valve → adjust cam 1 to trigger closed signal
3Open valve → adjust cam 2 to trigger open signal
4Cycle 3 times, verify PLC feedback

8. Commissioning Checklist

  • Air supply at 5.5–6.5 bar, clean and dry

  • Solenoid voltage matches supply

  • Valve fully closes – no visible leakage

  • Valve fully opens – disc parallel to pipe axis

  • Stroke time adjusted (0.5–3 sec typical)

  • Limit switch feedback correct

  • No audible air leaks

  • (Spring-return) Fail-safe verified after air cut


9. Troubleshooting Table

ProblemLikely CauseSolution
Valve does not moveNo air / low pressureSupply 5.5 bar minimum
Moves too slowlyFlow restrictors closedOpen 1/2 turn
ChatteringLow solenoid voltageCheck voltage under load
Fails to close fullyStop screw misadjustedAdjust closed stop
Spring-return won't closeBroken springReplace actuator
Air leaks from exhaustWorn solenoid spoolClean or replace pilot

10. Quick Maintenance Schedule

IntervalTask
MonthlyDrain air filter bowl
QuarterlyLubricate actuator (2–3 pumps lithium grease)
AnnuallyReplace filter element
100k cyclesRebuild actuator seals

Ordering Specs (for Kinko Quote)

ParameterYour Spec
Valve sizeDN____
Seat materialEPDM / PTFE / Viton
Actuator typeDouble-acting / Spring-return (fail closed/open)
Solenoid voltage24V DC / 110V AC / 220V AC
FeedbackMechanical / Proximity (PNP/NPN)

Need a pre-assembled package? Contact Kinko with the above specs – lead time 5–15 days, pressure-tested with wiring diagram included.


Ivan (Mobile:+86-18968769287)
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Website:www.kinko-flow.com
ZHEJIANG KINKO FLUID EQUIPMENT CO.,LTD


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