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The Xpac
is available with a substantial list of optional equipment. Most items
can be retrofitted in the field. Refer to the appropriate Technical Memo
for additional details.
Position
Transmitter (PM12)
The position transmitter provides a loop-powered, two-wire 4-20 mA signal
proportional to actuator position. The transmitter's output is optically
isolated from the electronics. Both an active and passive transmitter
are available. A passive position transmitter is similar to other two-wire
transmitters in that an external DC power source is required. An active
two-wire transmitter with its own 24 VDC power supply is available.
Manual
Override (PM15)
A declutchable handwheel connects to the outboard end of the motor shaft.
Since the handwheel utilizes the same hydraulic circuit as the motor,
the required torque is low. On actuators with high thrust or torque or
long strokes, a 5/16 inch hex drill drive may be substituted for the handwheel
or a 5:1 geared hand crank on a separate power module is available.
Limit
Switches (PM13)
Limit switches are either yoke-mounted or PCP-mounted. Yoke-mounted switches
are activated by the actuator shaft and function independently. The PCP-mounted
switches are activated electrically and include an alarm relay.
Alarm
Indicator (PM14)
The PCP is able to perform various diagnostic functions. If the actuator
cannot follow the control signal, the alarm relay will change state to
provide remote indication. The alarm relay is included on the position
transmitter and PCP-mounted limit switches.
Surge
Control (PM20)
By utilizing a spring, solenoid and solid state relay, the Xpac can provide high-speed motion in one direction. The position can be to any intermediate point or strictly to the end (trip).
Pulse
Operating System (PM16)
In place of or in conjunction with the normal analog control signal, pulse
or contact signals can provide control input to the actuator. Three- or
four-wire, AC or DC signals in the range of 24 to 120 volts can be used.
Auxiliary
Controls - External (PM17)
To limit access to the control enclosure, a window (to view the position display) and external push buttons can be provided. The push buttons will only allow manual override of actuator position.
Auxiliary
Controls - Remote (PM17)
Manual operation of the actuator from a remote location is available with
the remote control option. Three contact inputs are required: auto/remote
(two position), open (momentary contact), and close (momentary contact).
Power for the switches is supplied by the control enclosure. Manual stations
are available from REXA.
Spring
Failure (PM4)
While still maintaining the control capability available in the standard
fail-in-place version, the spring failure provides a high degree of safety.
The spring is continuously engaged and is compressed or expanded during
operation. A bypass valve which connects both sides of the hydraulic cylinder
is kept closed by a normally open (NO) solenoid.
Accumulator
Failure (PM21)
Use of an accumulator eliminates the need to "oversize" the
actuator as with a spring-fail unit. The accumulator puts no load on the
power module during normal operation, so actuator size is reduced. REXA's
unique accumulator technology uses the power module to recharge the accumulator,
thus eliminating the need for a separate recharge pump and associated
plumbing. This feature allows all components of the accumulator system
to be located on the actuator.
Stem Boot
Linear actuators installed at locations containing airborne particles
may be subject to accelerated seal wear. The normal motion of the stem
can transport contaminants through the seals, causing damage. A stem boot
over the shaft offers protection from the environment. Standard on linear
actuators with thrusts greater than 10,000 lb or strokes longer than 6
inches.
Split Clamps
On linear actuators mounted at unusual angles or with reduced accessibility, a split clamp connection between the actuator and driven device is available. The difficulties of stem rotation, shaft insertion and jam nuts are eliminated. Standard on linear actuators with thrusts greater than 10,000 lbs. or strokes longer than 6 inches.
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