MSD-III Diaphragm Actuator

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Multi-Spring Diaphragm Actuator

MSD-lll Diaphragm Actuator

MSD-lll Diaphragm Actuator Precise operation and

reliable repeatability

The MSD-III is a pneumatic diaphragm actuator with a robust

rolling diaphragm and multi-spring design. Available in direct-
acting (DA) and reverse-acting (RA). Fail open and close are
achieved by the multi-spring force or compressed air. Additionally,
the rugged one-piece cast yoke, pressed diaphragm case and
special nylon-reinforced diaphragm provide dependable high force
actuation performance. The MSD-III is available in five sizes to
cover a wide range of applications. A manual handwheel is an
optional extra on both direct-acting (DA) and reverse-acting (RA)
actuators as an option.

Key features
> Multi-spring design > Diaphragm
- Excellent long-term accuracy and fail - Moulded elastomer with fabric insert for
mode reliability are achieved through strength, long life and high sensitivity.
the multiple spring design with high The precisely formed diaphragm
compression force eliminates any friction and reduces
variations in the effective areas during
> Rugged one-piece yoke Air chamber volume is minimised
linear operation
- Provides maximum strength and rigidity
> Various air connection sizes to reduce dead-time
> Diaphragm case
- Various air connection sizes provide
- Pressed steel case provides high
various accessory applications
mechanical strength and protection in
the event of over-pressurisation. > Linearity
Further reinforcements are provided - The moulded rolling diaphragm and
for actuator sizes greater than 290 to deep cases minimise area change and
ensure safe operation provide a linear relation between travel
and air pressure
> Thrust & stroke capability
- Two actuator types and five sizes allow
a wide range of applications

Benefits
> Excellent performance > Rugged construction
 As a multi-spring type, operation is T
 he MSD-III diaphragm actuator has
precise and repeatability is excellent, undergone extreme durability tests and
minimising the hysteresis error with numerous installations over 20 years,
it has proven to be a reliable solution for
> Fast response
control valves
The actuator air chamber volume is
minimised to reduce dead-time and
be more responsive to changes in
air pressure

Proven, reliable solution

for control valves
Technical Details
Type Temperature Optional manual override
Pneumetic multi-spring diaphragm actuator -29 °C to 80 °C (optional -45 °C, -55 °C) Top handwheel (250, 290, 370)
Side handwheel (480, 550)
Spring action Operation pressure
DA (Direct Acting - Springs to open) 4.2 kgf/cm2 to 5.0 kgf/cm2 Certificates
RA (Reverse Acting - Springs to close) SIL, TRCU, ATEX
Stroke range
Material 20mm to 130mm
Refer to material table on next page

Spring bench set list

Spring range (kg/cm2) Seat thrust (kgf) @ 5kg/cm2

Actuator size Effective area (cm2) Stroke (mm)
RA DA RA DA
1.6 - 3.2 0.8 - 2.4 432 702
20
- 0.6 - 1.8 - 864
250 270
0.8 - 3.2 0.8 - 3.2 216 486
30
- 0.6 - 2.4 - 702
2.5 - 4.0 0.7 - 1.7 875 1155
20
2.1 - 3.3 0.6 - 1.3 735 1295
1.8 - 4.0 0.7 - 2.2 630 980
290 350 30
1.5 - 3.3 0.6 - 1.7 525 1155
1.1 - 4.0 0.7 - 2.6 385 840
40
0.9 - 3.3 0.6 - 2.0 315 1050
2.6 - 4.4 0.8 - 2.1 1625 1813
30
2.0 - 3.4 0.7 - 1.8 1250 2000
2.0 - 4.4 0.8 - 2.5 1250 1563
370 625 40
1.5 - 3.4 0.7 - 2.2 937.5 1750
1.4 - 4.4 0.8 - 3.0 875 1250
50
1.0 - 3.4 0.7 - 2.6 625 1500
2.0 - 4.5 0.5 - 1.9 2150 3333
50
1.6 - 3.5 0.6 - 2.0 1720 3225
1.0 - 4.5 0.5 - 2.4 1075 2795
480 1075 70 1.7 - 4.0 0.5 - 2.5 1827.5 2688
1.5 - 3.5 0.6 - 2.3 1612.5 2903
0.7 - 4.0 0.5 - 3.2 752.5 1935
100
0.6 - 3.5 0.6 - 3.0 645 2150
1.6 - 4.2 0.5 - 1.8 2384 4768
70
1.0 - 3.7 - 1490 -
550 1490
100 1.3 - 3.6 0.5 - 2.3 1937 4023
130 0.6 - 3.6 0.5 - 2.8 894 3278
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Materials

DA Type

RA Type

No Part name Standard material

1 Spring Cr-Si coil spring wire
2 Yoke A216 WCB
3 Guide bush Bronze
4 Stem clamp 304 SS
5 Diaphragm case (upper/lower) Carbon steel
6 Diaphragm plate Carbon steel
7 Diaphragm EPDM
8 Actuator stem 304 SS
9 Spacer Carbon steel
10 Diaphragm washer Carbon steel
11 Bolt 304 SS
12 Nut 304 SS
13 O-ring EPDM
14 Extension adaptor Aluminum
Product dimensions

Figure 1. Standard (without handwheel)

Figure 2. Top handwheel type (250, 290, 370)

Figure 3. Side handwheel type (480, 550)

Figure 4. Top handwheel type (480, 550)

Dimensions & weights Centre of gravity

Weights (Kg)
Actuator D1 D2 H1 H2 H3 L L1 Actuator Standard (mm) With handle (mm)
size (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Standard With handle size X Y Z XX YY YY' ZZ
250 250 300 380 580 N/A N/A N/A 15 24 250 0.3 214 0 0.5 283 N/A 0
290 292 300 430 620 N/A N/A N/A 22 30 290 0.4 249 0 0.5 306 N/A 0
370 375 300 520 730 N/A N/A N/A 48 59 370 0.4 295 0 0.5 342 N/A 0
480 482 300 660 950 1060 269 310 96 152 480 0.8 388 0 5.4 540 485 3.8
550 552 300 730 1070 1160 310 310 150 214 550 0.7 459 0 4.1 640 540 2.8
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