Used in wet return and suction lines for the opening against
high dierential pressure
ICLX 2-step solenoid valves belong to the ICV
family.
ICLX are used in suction lines for the opening
against high dierential pressure, e.g. after hot
gas defrost in large industrial refrigeration
systems with ammonia, uorinated refrigerants
or CO2.
The ICLX valve is factory congured to open in
2 steps.
By following a simple procedure the valve can
be congured to open in 1 step only.
In 2-step conguration, step 1 opens to approx.
10% of the capacity after the pilot solenoid
valves are energized.
Step 2 opens automatically when the pressure
dierential across the valve has decreased to
approx. 1.25 bar / 18 psig.
The ICLX valve comprises ve main
components: Valve body, top cover, function
module and 2 pilot solenoid valves. On ICLX 32
– 150 the top cover and function module are
factoryassembled.
AI236186441601en-001001
2-step solenoid valve, Type ICLX 32-150
Features
• Designed for Industrial Refrigeration applications for a maximum working pressure of 52 bar / 754 psig
• Applicable to HCFC, HFC, R717 (Ammonia) and R744 (CO2)
• Can be used in chemical and petro-chemical applications
• Direct welded connections
• Connection types include butt weld, socket weld and solder connections
• Low temperature steel body
• Low weight and compact design
• Only one signal required for both pilot solenoid valves
• The ICLX main valve top cover can be oriented in any direction without the function of pilot valves being aected
• Especially suitable for systems where low pressure drop is required
• Stabilizes working conditions and eliminates pressure pulsations during opening after defrosting
• Provides safety against pressure "shocks" as the valve can only open fully when Δp < 1.25 bar / 18 psig
• Cavitation resistant valve seat
• Manual opening possible
• PTFE seat provides excellent valve tightness
• Service friendly design
• Classication: DNV, CRN, BV, EAC etc. To get an updated list of certication on the products please contact your
local Danfoss Sales Company
The ICLX valve is used as a shut-o valve in suction lines to open after hot gas defrost.
The valve is a pilot controlled valve operated by an external pilot pressure source. This means that the valve can
operate with no internal pressure dierential (Pd) at all.
Low Pd is the key objective and makes the ICLX valve ideal for applications that are sensitive to dierential pressure.
Though Pd is kept low, it can still be quantied, and must be considered when choosing valve size. See section -
Selection of ICLX valve - for the impact.
The main valve is provided with two pilot solenoid valves, as well as a nipple for connection to external pilot
pressure.
The external pilot pressure line must be connected to a system pressure (p2) which is at least 1.5 bar / 20 psi higher
than the inlet pressure (p1) of the valve. The dierence between the external pilot pressure and the inlet pressure of
the valve denes the maximum opening dierential pressure (MOPD) of the ICLX.
The ICLX is kept open when power is applied to the coils placed on the EVM pilot solenoid valves pos. 1 and pos. 2.
The ICLX is closing and kept closed when the coils on EVM pilot solenoid valves pos. 1 and pos. 2 are de-energised.
The pilot solenoid valve (pos.1) allows external pilot pressure (p2) to the bottom of the servo piston and thus opens
the rst step corresponding to approx. 10% of the valve capacity. At the same time the bleed spring will be
compressed. This will start a pressure equalization of the inlet pressure (p1) to the outlet pressure. When the
dierential pressure across the valve has fallen to approx. 1.25 bar / 18 psig the spring will be strong enough to
open the second step and open the valve for full capacity.
This way high-pressure pulsations, which would occur when opening for full capacity in one step, can be avoided.
ICLX must not be used in pipe systems where the dierential pressure across the main valve in open position can
exceed 1 bar / 15 psig, otherwise the step two on the valve will close.
The ICLX valve is kept in its open position by hot gas. The hot gas condenses in the cold valve and creates liquid
under the servo piston. When the pilot valves change status to close the ICLX, the pressure on the servo piston
equalises with the suction pressure through the pilot valve (pos. 2). This equalisation takes time because condensed
liquid is present in the valve.
The exact time taken from when the pilot valves change position to complete closing of the ICLX will depend on
temperature, pressure, refrigerant and size of valve. Thus an exact closing time for the valves cannot be given but, in
general, lower temperatures give longer closing times.
It is very important to take the closing times into consideration when hot gas defrost is performed on evaporators.
Steps must be taken to ensure that the hot gas supply valve is not opened before the ICLX in the suction line is
completely closed. If the hot gas supply valve is opened before the ICLX in the suction line is closed, considerable
energy will be lost and potentially dangerous situations might arise because of “liquid hammer”. In ICLX valves, the
spring-loaded second stage might be induced to hammer by gas and liquid being forced through the valve at ∆p >
1.5 bar across the ICLX. The nal result could be severe damage to the valve.
As a rule of thumb a closing time of 2 minutes can be used as a starting point. The optimum closing time for each
individual system must be determined at initial start-up of the plant at intended operational conditions. It is
recommended to check if the closing time needs to be changed when conditions changes (suction pressure,
ambient temp. etc.) and closing time should be checked at service of the valve. Once the optimum closing time has
been identied it is recommended to add a safety margin of 30 sec. to the optimum closing time.
Applicable to HCFC, HFC, R717 (Ammonia) and R744 (CO2).
New refrigerants
Danfoss products are continually evaluated for use with new refrigerants depending on market requirements.
When a refrigerant is approved for use by Danfoss, it is added to the relevant portfolio, and the R number of the
refrigerant (e.g. R513A) will be added to the technical data of the code number. Therefore, products for specic
refrigerants are best checked at store.danfoss.com/en/, or by contacting your local Danfoss representative.
21 bar / 305 psi @ external pressure 1.5 bar / 22 psi higher than inlet pressure of the valve
40 bar / 580 psi @ external pressure 2 bar (30 psi) higher than inlet pressure of the valve
Unit
ICLX 32
ICLX 40
ICLX 50
ICLX 65
ICLX 100
ICLX 125
ICLX 150
kv (m3/h)
22294782151
225
390
Cv (US
gal/min
)
25.5
33.6
54.595175
261
452
Description
Values
Surface protection
The ICLX external surface is zinc-chromated to provide good corrosion protection
Description
Values
Coil requirements:
Both coils to be IP67
EVM NC: 10W AC (or higher) for MOPD up to 21 bar
EVM NC: 20W AC for MOPD 21 – 40 bar
EVM NO: 10W AC (or higher)
ICV 32
ICV 40
ICV 50
ICV 65
2-step solenoid valve, Type ICLX 32-150
Product specication
Pressure and temperature
Table 1: Pressure and temperature data
Table 2: CV and KV values
Surface coating
Table 3: Surface coating
Coils
Table 4: Coils
The ICLX Concept
The ICLX concept is developed to highest exibility of direct welded connections. For valve sizes ICV 32 – ICV 65 a
wide range of connection sizes and types is available. ICV 100 – ICV 150 are available in butt-weld DIN and butt-weld
ANSI nominal sizes. The direct welded (non-anged) connections secures low risk of leakage.
Liquid line without phase changeLiquid line with or without phase change
ICLX
Size
in.IDin.Lin.
1
3
⁄8
1.375
0.984
1
5
⁄8
1.625
1.102
2
1
⁄8
2.125
1.3
2
1
⁄2
2.625
1.3
Hot gas bypass & defrost line
High-pressureline
Wet suction line
Dry suction line
Liquid line without phase changeLiquid line with or without phase change
ICLX
Location of valve in system (marked with grey)
2-step solenoid valve, Type ICLX 32-150
Table 13: SA: Soldering (ANSI B 16.22)
Valve selection based on capacity calculation
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ICV PM anged valve housings can replace the PM valves on already installed refrigeration systems.
Pressure range
The ICV PM valve housing is designed for a max. working pressure of 28 bar g / 406 psig and therefore a suitable
replacement for PM valves in the service market. They also oer the same drop-in dimensions as the PM valves.
Includes ICV PM valve housing, ange gaskets and ange bolts.
Includes ICV PM valve housing, ange gaskets and ange bolts.
(2)
(2)
Includes ICV PM valve housing, ange gaskets, ange bolts and ange nuts.
Includes ICV PM valve housing, ange gaskets, ange bolts and ange nuts.
NOTE:
Function modules and top covers must be ordered separately (see the section Ordering).
Figure 32: ICV (H)A4A anged valve housings
ICV (H)A4A anged valve housings
ICV (H)A4A anged valve housings can replace the (H)A4A valves on already installed refrigeration systems.
Pressure range
The ICV (H)A4A valve housing is designed for a max. working pressure of 28 bar g / 406 psig and therefore a suitable
replacement for (H)A4A valves in the service market. They also oer the same drop-in dimensions as the (H)A4A
valves.
The list contains all certicates, declarations, and approvals for this product type. Individual code number may have
some or all of these approvals, and certain local approvals may not appear on the list.
Some approvals may change over time. You can check the most current status at danfoss.com or contact your local
Danfoss representative if you have any questions.
The ICV valve concept is designed to full global refrigeration requirements. The Factory assembled ICLX is CE and
UL approved. For specic approval information, please contact Danfoss.
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