Electro-hydraulic

The RFS range of electro-hydraulic valve actuators

are of a robust, yet compact, modular design
built to achieve the highest degree of reliability.
Special consideration was given in the design
process to facilitate installation and integration
into customer control and communication
systems. They utilise a scotch yoke mechanism
which is field proven the world over in all types of
fluid power applications.

Our control system, like our actuators, is also of a modular

design. Common control functions (i.e. remote/local, open and
close) are provided as standard. The modular system facilitates
integration of optional requirements such as automatic line
break, high or low pressure close and differential pressure
systems. Field modifications are practical and relatively easy
to accomplish. This standardised product approach offers a
higher standard of performance and a lower cost of ownership
than a central hydraulic power unit solution. Electro-hydraulic
Digital communication via Rotork Pakscan or other common valve actuators
industry systems is an available option. Pakscan is the most
secure of all bus highway systems. Unlike other systems,
Pakscan can achieve long distance transmission without the
need for repeaters. The two-wire system can communicate Design Features
with up to 240 devices over a loop up to 20 km long. It is truly
• Scotch yoke actuator in either double-acting or
redundant, able to withstand a short circuit, open circuit or spring-return configurations.
ground fault and continue to communicate with all devices
in the loop. It will also provide the location and nature of • Closed hydraulic muliti-function system.
the fault. (Reservoir sized per number of strokes required.)

Partial stroke systems, to test operation of the valve/actuator • Operating pressure: Up to 350 bar
with minimal impact upon the application, are another
• Torque output: Up to 350,000 Nm
available option.
• Temperature range
Mechanical:
Standard -30 to 80 °C
Optional -60 to 180 °C
Electrical:
Standard -20 to 40 °C
Optional -60 to 60 °C

• Area classification:
Standard EX IIcb 2G EEx edm IIB T3, T4 (DIN EN 60079)
Zones 1, 2 (ATEX 94/9/EG)

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The Control System
The modular design of the RFS control system facilitates internal electrical wiring. The door of the control cabinet has
assembly, operation and maintenance of both standard and a pneumatic damper to withstand closure by wind during
custom control logic solutions. Components are easily added, operation or maintenance, lockable handles and the facility
replaced or removed. for pad-locking upon request. When the control enclosure in
installed directly on the actuator, limit switches are located
Valve actuation is performed in one of four ways: remotely
within the enclosure.
via energisation or de-energisation of the solenoid valves;
automatically by control system logic (e.g., low, high or When the control is remotely mounted, a separate terminal
differential pressure detection); locally via either an electrical box can be provided on the actuator. Five metres of cabling
push-button station or the manual overrides incorporated into is normally provided for the interconnections, longer lengths
solenoid valves or; by the manual hand pump. The speed of upon request.
operation is independently adjustable for both the opening and
closing strokes. Control enclosure:
The pump/motor/accumulator provide the hydraulic supply 1. Local OPEN/CLOSE
to the solenoid valves. The hydraulic pressure is regulated
2. Motor/Pump
automatically by pressure switch. The motor runs as required
and stops when reaching the preset maximum pressure. A 3. Selector REMOTE/LOCAL/OFF
pressure limitation valve is integrated for safety. 4. Stainless Steel Cabinet
A hydraulic accumulator system ensures operation in the 5. Terminal Box
event of primary energy failure and also facilitates fast
6. Oil Level Indicator/Switch
operating times. Operating times are infinitely adjustable in
both directions. A torque control system, to protect the valve 7. Flow Controls (Stroke Speed)
and actuator from overloading, is included as part of all our 8. OPEN/CLOSE Solenoid Valves
standard control configurations.
9. Limit Switches
All control components are contained within a weatherproof 10. Pneumatic Damper
stainless steel cabinet. They are shipped assembled and tested
complete with stainless steel tube and fittings and all necessary 11. Manual Hand Pump

10

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Typical Gas-hydraulic Control Cabinet

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valve actuators

Control Configuration
RFS has extensive experience providing control systems to
meet the operational and safety needs of our customers. We
have developed a variety of standard control packages that
meet the majority of typical specifications. We can also provide
customised control solutions to meet the demands of any
actuation application.
The range of solutions include double-acting and spring-return
options for On/Off, ESD (emergency shut-down) requirements.
Our standard control packages are outlined below:

Type Function Description

Two solenoid valves (SOV’s) normally de-energised.

Actuator will open (or move to intermediate position) upon energisation of OPEN SOV.
Electric Remote Actuator will close (or move to intermediate position) upon energisation of CLOSE SOV.
EH
Fail in Place Actuator will remain in place upon loss of signal to SOV’s.
Actuation still possible via accumulator charge or hand pump
DOUBLE-ACTING ACTUATORS

Electric Remote Same functionality as type EH. EHDH has in addition to the standard hydraulic system,
EHDH a separate and dedicated system for the hand pump.
Fail in Place

Two solenoid valves (SOV’s), normally energised.

Electric Failsafe Actuator will open upon energisation of both SOV’s.
EHFSC Actuator will close upon de-energisation of both SOV’s.
Fail Close
At end of stroke, actuator cylinder is pressurised.

Two solenoid valves (SOV’s), normally energised.

Electric Failsafe Actuator will close upon energisation of both SOV’s.
EHFSO Actuator will open upon de-energisation of both SOV’s.
Fail Open
At end of stroke, actuator cylinder is pressurised.

One solenoid valve (SOV), normally energised. With latch upon request.
SPRING- RETURN ACTUATORS

Spring Failsafe Actuator will open upon energisation of SOV.

EHSRC Actuator will close upon de-energisation of SOV.
Fail Close
Actuation still possible via accumulator charge or hand pump.

One solenoid valve (SOV), normally energised. With latch upon request.
Spring Failsafe Actuator will close upon energisation of SOV.
EHSRO Actuator will open upon de-energisation of SOV.
Fail Open
Actuation still possible via accumulator charge or hand pump.
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Typical Schematic

TORQUE LIMITING SYSTEM

The quantity of cylinders is
determined by actuator size TLS
ITEM DESCRIPTION
S1 Local OPEN Switch
S2 Local CLOSE Switch
EEx d IIC T6
S4 Selector LOCAL/REMOTE/OFF
OPEN
S10 Limit Switch OPEN OPTIONAL CLOSE
S11 Limit Switch CLOSE S4 ELECTRICAL OR
S2 S10 S11
MECHANICAL
S14 Max Pressure Switch S1 SAFETY SYSTEM POSITION
S15 Min Pressure Switch OPTIONAL LINEBREAK INDICATOR
B3 Level Switch BUS SYSTEM
HIGH PILOT
Y1 Solenoid OPEN EEx d IIB T4
LOW PILOT
Y2 Solenoid CLOSE
EMERGENCY OFF
Y2

Y1
EEx d/me II T4

BLADDER ACCUMULATOR
The quantity and dimensions CLOSE OPEN
are determined by application
specific requirements T T B3

EEx ia / d IIC T3
P P

M
S14 S15
EEx d IIC T6 EEx e/d IIT3

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