Product Specification 03420

(Revision A, 5/2015)

EM‐80/EM‐300 MDS 5150A/LIT

Actuator System

 Fast slew times

 Brushless
servomotor and
resolver
 Precision
gearbox, high
stiffness, low
backlash
 CE marking
 Models with ABS,
DNV, BV, Lloyd’s
Register, and
RMRS
certifications
 Cost-effective
Applications solution

The EM-80 and EM-300 all-electric actuators provide precision, high-torque rotary
positioning without using a mechanical drive or hydraulic oil supply from the engine.
This actuator system is intended to be mounted mainly on large diesel and gas
engines to control the position of engine fuel racks. While less common an
application, they may also be used on various types of turbines to control turbine fuel
valves, turbine and turbocharger variable geometry, and to handle timing control.

Description
The EM-80 and EM-300 are all-electric actuator systems that provide 40 degrees of
actuator output rotation. Each system consists of a three-phase brushless AC motor
which drives a high-precision planetary reduction gear box. A dedicated driver
controls the actuator position and allows monitoring of most features.
The EM driver controls the EM-80/-300 actuator position and consists of a power
board and a controller in one enclosure. The driver is a programmable digital
controller to accommodate custom requirements.
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Specifications
General Specifications EM-80 EM-300
Nominal Torque Output (continuous) * 91 Nm (67 lb-ft) 260 Nm (192 lb-ft)
Maximum Torque Output (1 second max) 190 Nm (140 lb-ft) 429 Nm (316 lb-ft)
Nominal Work Output (continuous), 40° Travel * 64 J (47 ft-lb) 182 J (134 ft-lb)
Maximum Work Output (1 second max), 40° Travel 133 J (98 ft-lb) 299 J (221 ft-lb)
10–90% Slew Time 78 ms with no load 192 ms with no load

Actuator Specifications EM-80 EM-300

Output Travel 0–40°, no internal 0–40°, no internal
mechanical stops mechanical stops
Storage Temperature Range –30 to +100 °C (–22 to +212 °F)
Ambient Temperature Working Range 0 to +85 °C (+32 to +185 °F)
Mounting Engine mounted. Actuator can be mounted in any orientation within 45°
of horizontal using the actuator bracket.
Vibration Random: 0.01 G²/Hz at 10 Hz, 0.1 G²/Hz at 100 Hz, 0.1 G²/Hz at
1000 Hz, 0.05 G²/Hz at 2000 Hz (12.8 Grms) 3 hours per axis
Shock Qualification Testing MS1—40 G 11 ms sawtooth
Humidity Qualification Test 55 °C (131 °F), 95% RH for two days at one cycle per day
Approximate Weight (including bracket) 35 kg (77 lb) 38 kg (84 lb)

Driver Specifications
Power Supply 3-phase, 400–480 Vac, 50–60 Hz
Power redundancy: 1-phase, 230 Vac, 50–60 Hz
Rated Input Current 20 A
Redundant Power Single-phase, 230 Vac, 50 A, 50–60 Hz (This power can only be used for
temporary power outage recovery and cannot be used for normal
operation.)
Low Voltage Power Supply 24 V ±10% (55 W max)
Control Input 4–20 mA
Position Output 1–5 V
Storage Temperature Range –30 to +70 °C (–22 to +158 °F)
Ambient Temperature Working Range 0 to +55 °C (+32 to +131 °F)
Relative Humidity up to 85% (no condensation)
Site Altitude Below 2000 m (6500 ft)
Ingress Protection IP20 per IEC60529
Mounting The driver box is designed for installation in a control cabinet and should
not be installed directly on the engine.
Weight 3.8 kg (8.4 lb)
Cabling Two cables are required between driver and actuator.
Power supply cable—3-phase: standard plus protective earth;
Position sensor cable—The maximum length between driver and actuator
is 100 m (328 ft).
Filter An EMI filter can be added to the power supply to suppress emissions
(filter not recommended for 'IT' grounding schemes).
* Continuous torque and work output is limited for actuator ambient
environments over 40 °C. See product manual for a complete derating
schedule.

Regulatory Compliance
European Compliance: Low-voltage directive 2006/95/EC
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
Marine Type Approval Compliance
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) EMC Class I, Environmental Class A, 2013 Steel Vessel Rules 1-1-4/7.7, 1-1-Appendix 3,
4-2-1/7.3, 4-9-2/11.7, 4-9-4/23, 4-9-7 Tables 9 & 10
Bureau Veritas (BV) Certified under BV Rules for the Classification of Steel Ships. Part C, Chapter 3, Section
6, 2013
Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Standard for Certification No. 2.4, April 2006; Temperature: Actuator Class B, Driver
Class A; Humidity: Actuator and Driver Class B; Vibration: Actuator Class B, Driver Class
A; EMC: Actuator and Driver Class A; Enclosure: Actuator Class C, Driver Class A
Lloyd’s Register Type Approval per Test Specification Number, 2013
Russian Maritime Electric Actuator and Driver of type EM-80/EM-300, Part XV, Rules for the Classification
and Construction of Sea-Going Ships, 2012; Section 12, Part IV Rules for the Technical
Supervision During Construction of Ships and Manufacture of Materials and Products for
Ships, 2012.
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EM-80 Actuator Outline Drawing

EM-300 Actuator Outline Drawing

(Do not use for construction)
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Driver Outline Drawing (all dimensions in mm)

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Features
The actuator output is an ISO 9409 flange. This allows for easy mounting of levers to simplify replacement. The
orientation of the output flange relative to the bracket base is the same for each actuator. Additionally, the actuators
are equipped with breakaway stops that prevent the actuator from exceeding the maximum output travel range
during setup. An output position indicator is standard.
The EM-80 and EM-300 systems include a mounting bracket with hole pattern. The bracket design ensures that
stresses in the actuator are reduced to a minimum. Actuator specifications and performance are based on an
installation that includes the bracket.
The actuators are equipped with a flying-lead position-sensor cable (including connector). A position-sensor cable
connecting the actuator and the driver is available. This cable is similar for both the EM-80 and the EM-300.
A single EM-driver is used for both the EM-80 and the EM-300. Only the software setup for each actuator system
differs. Monitoring, alarm, and diagnostics are available.
An EMI power filter is supplied to suppress emissions.

Optional Features
The EM-80 and EM-300 actuators include a bracket for mounting on the engine or turbine. A standard mounting hole
pattern is provided. Alternative patterns are available on request.

For more information contact:

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