The actuators with safety function are mainly
used with VZ valve (AME 13SU) or with VS, VM
and VB valves (AME 13SU, AME 23SU). Safety
version is activated automatically in case of
power failure or if the power supply is switched
off by the safety thermostat.
The actuator has some special features:
• The advanced design incorporates load
related ‘switch-off’ to ensure that actuators
and valves are not exposed to overload;
• The advanced design incorporates a
diagnostic LED, operational data capture
and self-adjusting feature;
Data sheet Actuators for modulating control AME 13SU, AME 23SU
Technical data
Typ eAM E 13SUAME 23SU
Power supplyVac24; +10 to –15 %
Power consumptionVA9
FrequencyHz50/60
Control input Y
Output signal XVdc0 -10 (2-10)
Closing forceN300450
Max. strokemm5.510
Speeds/mm1415
Max. medium temperature
Ambient temperature0 … 55
Storage and transpor t temp. –40 … 70
Ambient humidity5-95 % r.h., non-condensing
Protection ClassIII (230V); III(24V)
Grade of enclosureIP 54
Weightkg0.81.45
- marking in accordance with standards
Vdc
mA0-20 (4 -20)
°C
Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU: EN 60730-1, EN 60730-2-14
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2014/30/EU: EN 61000-6 -2,
EN 61000-6-3
Safety functionThe safety function will fully open or close the
valve when the power is removed, depending
upon the spring action selected. Valve selection
will also affect the spring action. The safety
function unit is factory fitted to the rear of the
actuator.
0-10 (2 -10)
130
or
=
SU
Note: Do not use safet y activations for
ON/OFF regulation.
Data sheet Actuators for modulating control AME 13SU, AME 23SU
Installation
AME 13 SU
AME 23 SU
Disposal
Mechanical
The actuator should be mounted with the valve
stem in either horizontal position or pointing
upwards.
The actuator is fixed to the valve body by means
of a mounting ring, which requires no tools for
mounting. The ring should be tightened by
hand.
The actuator must be dismantled and the
elements sorted into various material groups
before disposal.
Electrical
Important: It is strongly recommended that the
mechanical installation is completed before the
electrical installation.
Note: Two cable entries are provided for M 16×1.5
cable glands. One entry is provided with a rubber
grommet. Note that in order to maintain the
enclosure’s IP rating, appropriate cable glands must
be used.
Data sheet Actuators for modulating control AME 13SU, AME 23SU
CommissioningCommissioning/testing feature
Complete the mechanical and electrical
installation and perform the necessary checks
and tests:
The actuator can be driven to the fully open or
closed positions (depending on valve type) by
connecting SN to terminals 1 or 3.
- Isolate control medium. (e.g. self-adjusting
in a steam application without suitable
mechanical isolation could cause a hazard).
- Apply the power. Note that the actuator will
now perform the self-adjusting function.
- Apply the appropriate control signal and
check the valve stem direction is correct for
the application.
- Ensure that the actuator drives the valve over
its full stroke, by applying the appropriate
control signal. This action will set the valve
stroke length.
The unit is now fully commissioned.
Manual override
AME 13 SUAME 23 SU
On spring versions manual override is achieved
by disconnecting the power supply, removing
the cover and inserting a 6 mm Allen key for
AME 13 SU, a 5 mm Allen key for AME 23 SU
(not supplied) into the top of the positioning
spindle and turning the key against the spring.
Observe the direction of rotation symbol. To
hold a manual override position, the key must be
wedged.
If manual override has been used then X and
Y signal are not correct until the actuator
reaches its end position. If this is not
accepted reset the actuator.
Data sheet Actuators for modulating control AME 13SU, AME 23SU
DIP switch setting
I
0 …--- V
Inverse
Sequential
5(6) … 10 V
3 point/RL
Reset
LIN fl ow
Red . Kvs
U
- - -
Direct
2 …--- V
0(2) … 5(6) V
Reset
LOG f low
100 % Kvs
Proportional
The actuator has a selection of DIP switches
under the removable cover.
The switch provides the following functions:
OR
6 … 10 V (DIP 2: 2 V … 10)
5 … 10 V (DIP 2: 0 V … 10)
12 … 20 mA (DIP 2: 2 V … 10)
DIP1: U/I - Input signal type selector:
10 … 20 mA (DIP 2: 0 … 10)
• If set to OFF position, input signal Y is set to
voltage (Y).
If set to ON position, input signal Y is set to be
current (mA).
DIP6: Prop./3-pnt - Modulating or 3-point
mode selector:
Actuator can operate in modulating (DIP 6
to OFF) or in “simple” 3-point mode, if the
DIP2: 0/2 - Input signal range selector:
• If set to OFF position, the input signal is in the
range from 2 V to 10 V (voltage input) or from
4 mA to 20 mA (current input). If set to ON
position, the input signal is in the range from
0 V to 10 V (voltage input) or from 0 mA to 20
mA (current input).
3-point function is selected (DIP 6 to ON).
Modulating mode; DIP 6 set to OFF
(factorysetting)
• After the actuator has been connected to
power supply, the actuator will start the
self-adjustment procedure. The indicator LED
flashes until self-adjustment is finished.
• Actuator’s stem will run to its totally extended
DIP3: D/I - Direct or inverse acting selector:
• If set to OFF position, the actuator is direct
acting (actuator’s stem extends by voltage
increase). If actuator is set to ON position the
actuator is inverse acting (actuator’s stem
or retracted position by bridging SN signal
to terminals 1 or 3 and will remain in this
positron as long as potential is present.
It is not allowed to bridge SP to terminal 1
or 3 when DIP 6 is set to OFF .
retracts by voltage increase).
3-point mode; DIP 6 set to On
DIP4: —/Seq - Normal or sequential mode
selector:
• Two actuators can be set to work parallel with
one control signal. If the SEQUENTIAL is set
than an actuator responds to split control
signal (see 0(2) V … 5(6 V) / 5(6) V … 10 V).
Look carefully wiring diagrams as wiring is
different for controllers with triacs output
(ECL) in comparison to controllers with
relay output.
• Connect SN (Neutral) and power supply
(24Vac) via controller to terminals 1 or 3.
• Return signal X (depends on DIP 2, 3, 4 & 5) is
NOTE: This combina tion works in combination w ith DIP 5:
0(2)V… 5(6 V) / 5(6) V … 10 V
SW5: 0-5 V/5 -10 V - Input signal range in
sequential mode:
• This function is available if
DIP4:---/Sequential is set. Actuator can be
set to match the range of the control signal:
2 … 6 V (DIP 2: 2 V … 10)
0 … 5 V (DIP 2: 0 V … 10)
4 … 12 mA (DIP 2: 2 V … 10)
0 … 10 mA (DIP 2: 0 … 10)
possible if connected power supply to SP and
SN.
DIP7: LOG/LIN - Not in use.
DIP8: 100 % KVS/Reduced KVS - Not in use.
DIP9: Reset:
• Changing this switch position will cause the
actuator to go through a self-adjustment
procedure.
Data sheet Actuators for modulating control AME 13SU, AME 23SU
Wiring
24 Vac only.
* Only for ac tuators with safety fu nction
Actuator needs to perform Self stroking
prior chang ing DIP 6 to ON.
Output signa l depends on DIP 2, 3&5
setting.
DIP 6 = OFF
DIP 6 = ON
Wiring for modulating mode
SN0 VNeutral
SP24 VacPower supply
Y
1
3
X0(2)-10 VdcOutput
0(2)-10 Vdc
0(4) -20 mA
SNInput
Wiring for 3-point floating mode / Controller with relay output
SN0 VNeutral
SP24 VacPower supply
1
SPInput
3
Input
* Only for ac tuators with safety fu nction
* Only for ac tuators with safety fu nction
**R1, **R2=2.6 kΩ (0. 5W)
DIP 6 = ON
X0(2)-10 VdcOutput
Wiring for 3-point floating mode / Controller with triacs output
SN 0 VNeutral
SP24 VacPower supply
1
SPInput
3
X0(2)-10 VdcOutput
Automatic self-adjustment feature
When power is first applied, the actuator will
automatically adjust to the length of the valve
stroke. Subsequently, the self-adjustment feature
can be re-initialised by changing position of SW9.
Diagnostic LED
The red diagnostic LED is located on the pcb
under the cover. It provides indication of three
operational states:
• Actuator Healthy (Permanently ON),
• Self Stroking (Flashes once per second),
Wiring length
0-50 m0.75 mm
> 50 m1.5 mm
Recommended
square of the wiring
2
2
• Error (Flashes 3 times per second - seek
technical assistance).