Tank-bottom valves
The leading aseptic tank-bottom valve. Available in multiple configurations including custom-machined.
Valves - tank valves
Valves - actuators
Tank valve pneumatic actuators
Overview
Tank valve pneumatic actuators
Our tank valve pneumatic actuators are available in 2 series; AJS series for heavy-duty applications or the AKS series for lighter weight needs.
The AJS actuator series of heavy-duty actuators is also easy to maintain and ideally suited to applications where stainless is preferred. These actuators are available in 0.5" through 4.0" sizes for our tank valves.
Features and benefits
- Hygienic design with laser-etched serial numbers on the actuator body supports full product traceability and cGMP
- Lightweight stainless steel and plastic construction with 304 SS sleeve and nylon handle
- Pneumatic control options to suit your process needs
- Visual indication of open/closed status
Technical summary
| Max. operating pressure | 10 bar |
| Max. operating pressure | 150 psi |
| Compatible valves | Standard (90 degree) Weirless Radial diaphragm tank valves |
| Certification and compliance | ISO 9001 |
| Standards | 3-A, ASME BPE, ATEX 2014/34/EU, CE Ex II2G Ex h II8 T3 Gb, CE-PED |
Technical Summary table lists features available within the range. See ‘Specifications’ tab for model specific information.
Specifications
Technical specifications
| AJS series actuators | AKS series actuators | |
|---|---|---|
| Sizes | 0.5", 1.0", 1.5", 2.0", 3.0", 4.0" | 0.5", 1.0", 1.5" |
| Position indication | Rising stem | Rising stem |
| Pneumatic air connection fitting | 1/8 inch NPT (autoclavable) | 1/8 inch NPT |
| Pneumatic tube connector size | 1/4 in | |
| Max. operating pressure | 10 bar | 10 bar |
| Max. operating pressure | 150 psi | 150 psi |
| Operating temperature range | to 135 °C | to 135 °C |
| Operating temperature range | to 275 °F | to 275 °F |
| Min. operating gauge pressure | 70 psig | 70 psig |
| Max. operating gauge pressure | 100 psig | 100 psig |
| Compatible valves | Standard (90 degree) Weirless Radial diaphragm tank valves | Standard (90 degree) Weirless Radial diaphragm tank valves |
| Certification and compliance | ISO 9001 | ISO 9001 |
| Standards | 3-A, ASME BPE, ATEX 2014/34/EU, CE Ex II2G Ex h II8 T3 Gb, CE-PED | 3-A, ASME BPE, ATEX 2014/34/EU, CE Ex II2G Ex h II8 T3 Gb, CE-PED |
AJS series actuators dimensions
| Size | A mm (inch) | B mm (inch) | Max travel mm (inch) | Weight (with plastic handle) kg (lb) | Clearance required for removal mm (inch) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 81.0 (3.2) | 50.8 (2.0) | 5.6 (0.2) | 0.7 (1.6) | 86.4 (3.4) |
| 1.0 | 111.0 (4.4) | 76.2 (3.0) | 7.9 (0.3) | 2.1 (4.7) | 104.1 (4.1) |
| 1.5 | 119.9 (4.7) | 76.2 (3.0) | 14.2 (0.6) | 2.1 (4.7) | 142.2 (5.6) |
| 2.0 | 132.1 (5.2) | 119.4 (4.7) | 14.2 (0.6) | 3.5 (7.8) | 142.2 (5.6) |
| 3.0 | 172.7 (6.8) | 119.4 (4.7) | 19.8 (0.8) | 10.0 (22.1) | 266.7 (10.5) |
| 4.0 | 236.7 (9.3) | 165.1 (6.5) | 25.4 (1.0) | 23.7 (52.2) | 355.6 (14.0) |
AKS series actuators dimensions
| Size | A mm (inch) | B mm (inch) | Max travel mm (inch) | Weight (with plastic handle) kg (lb) | Clearance required for removal mm (inch) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 122.3 (4.8) | 50.4 (2.0) | 4.3 (0.2) | 0.5 (1.0) | 172.7 (6.8) |
| 1.0 | 149.8 (5.9) | 75.8 (3.0) | 7.3 (0.3) | 1.1 (2.5) | 226.1 (8.9) |
| 1.5 | 151.8 (6.0) | 75.8 (3.0) | 7.7 (0.3) | 1.1 (2.5) | 228.6 (9.0) |
Materials of construction
| Housing | Black anodised aluminium, Nylon, Stainless steel 304 |
| Actuator shaft | Gall-Tough® stainless steel, Nitronic 60 stainless steel, Stainless steel 304 |
| O-ring | EPDM |
| Seals | EPDM |
| Bearings | Nylon, Stainless steel |
Literature
Brochures
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ASEPCO weirless radial diaphragm valves (EN).pdf
PDF - 600.3kb
Datasheet
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AJS Pneumatic Actuator datasheet (EN).pdf
PDF - 287.7kb -
AKS Pneumatic Actuator datasheet (EN).pdf
PDF - 303.7kb
Order Information
Product codes
AJS series actuators product codes
| Product number | Product description |
|---|---|
| PN05 | 0.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator |
| PN10 | 1.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator |
| PN17 | 1.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator |
| PN20 | 2.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator |
| PN30 | 3.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator |
| PN40 | 4.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator |
| PN05-EX | 0.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator ATEX |
| PN10-EX | 1.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator ATEX |
| PN17-EX | 1.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator ATEX |
| PN20-EX | 2.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator ATEX |
| PN20-100-EX | 2.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator ATEX |
| PN30-EX | 3.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator ATEX |
| PN40-EX | 4.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AJS pneumatic actuator ATEX |
AKS series actuators product codes
| Product number | Product description |
|---|---|
| PN05-01 | 0.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AKS pneumatic actuator |
| PN10-01 | 1.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AKS pneumatic actuator |
| PN17-01 | 1.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AKS pneumatic actuator |
| PN05-01-EX | 0.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AKS pneumatic actuator |
| SP05-01-EX | 0.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AKS pneumatic actuator |
| PN10-01-EX | 1.0" Weirless Radial tank valve AKS pneumatic actuator |
| PN17-01-EX | 1.5" Weirless Radial tank valve AKS pneumatic actuator |
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