Figure 1. Type LR125 Pressure Reducing Liquid Regulator
Introduction
The Type LR125 pilot-operated, pressure reducing
regulator is designed for liquid industrial/commercial
applications. The Type LR125 provides smooth
operation, tight shutoff and long life. Its internally
actuated metal plug eliminates disadvantages
associated with exible element style regulators, and
the specially engineered ow path de ects debris,
protecting the seat from damage and erosion. The
Type LR125 is used in conjunction with a Type MR95H
pilot and Type 112 restrictor. An internal inlet strainer
prevents large particles from entering the main valve,
limiting damage to internal parts.
Features and Bene ts
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Tight Shutoff—The Type LR125 uses a diaphragm
and metal plug, eliminating the disadvantages of
exible element style regulators. When open, the
metal plug de ects particles and debris away from
the diaphragm. The result is enhanced resistance to
particle erosion, which provides excellent shutoff over
an extended life. When closed, loading pressure and
the main spring push the diaphragm onto the taperededged seat on the cage.
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Specications
The Specications section lists the specications for the Type LR125 regulator. Factory specication is stamped
on the nameplate fastened on the regulator at the factory.
Main Valve Body Sizes, End Connection Styles and
Structural Design Ratings
(1)(2)
See Table 1
Maximum Inlet Pressures
(1)
Type LR125 Main Valve: See Table 1Type MR95H Pilot:See Table 2Type 112 Restrictor: 1500 psig / 103 bar
Maximum Outlet Pressure
Type LR125 Main Valve: See Table 1Type MR95H Pilot: See Table 2
Outlet (Control) Pressure Ranges
See Table 3
Main Valve Plug Travel
1 in. / DN 25: 0.37 in. / 9.4 mm2 in. / DN 50: 0.68 in. / 17 mm
3 in. / DN 80: 0.98 in. / 25 mm4 in. / DN 100: 1.19 in. / 30 mm
Main Valve Minimum Differential Pressures
(1)
See Table 5
Temperature Capabilities
(1)
See Table 4
Main Valve Flow Direction
Up through the center of the cage and down
through the cage slots
Main Valve Internal Inlet Strainer Sizes
1 in. / DN 25: 12 Mesh (0.0661 in. / 1.68 mm)
(3)
2, 3 and 4 in. / DN 50, 80 and 100: 10 Mesh (0.0787 in. / 2 mm)
(3)
Regulating Capacities
See Table 11
Flow and IEC Sizing Coefcients
Type LR125 Main Valve: See Table 6Type MR95H Pilot: See Table 7Type 112 Restrictor: See Table 8
Pressure Registration
External: 1/2 NPT
Spring Case Vent
Type Y602-12
Approximate Weights
Options
• Pre-piped Pilot Supply
• Travel Indicator
Construction Materials
Type LR125 Main Valve
Body: WCC Steel, CF8M or CF3M Stainless Steel
Bonnet: Steel or Stainless SteelBonnet Bushing: Steel or Stainless Steel
Cage: Stainless steel
Spring: Stainless steel
Top Plug: Stainless steelBottom Plug: Stainless steel
1. The pressure/temperature limits in this Bulletin and any applicable standard or code limitation should not be exceeded.
2. Ratings and end connections other than ASME standards can usually be provided; contact your local Sales Ofce.
3. Nominal sieve opening
2
Debris Protection—The specially engineered ow
path, along with the metal plug, allows ow through the
regulator without seat impingement. The addition of an
internal inlet strainer prevents large particles from entering
the regulator, minimizing damage to internal parts.
3
High Accuracy—Multiple control pressure ranges
offered by Type MR95H pilot and lower accuracy class
2
inherent to pilot operated pressure regulator design
provide the Type LR125 with tight and accurate control.
Long Life—The robust design of the Type LR125 with
4
its metal plug and specially engineered ow path allows
ow through the regulator without seat impingement.
The diaphragm design eliminates the possibility of
taking a “set”, a common problem with exible element
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TYPE LR125 PRESSURE REDUCING REGULATOR
3
W5092
TYPE MR95H PILOT
10
7
7
W7398
TRIM PACKAGE
11
9
1
TYPE MR95H PILOT
5
6
8
4
12
2
W7344
TYPE LR125 PRESSURE REDUCING REGULATOR
Figure 2. Type LR125 Features and Bene ts
style regulators. To prevent damage, the diaphragm is
fully supported in both the open and closed positions.
These features enable the Type LR125 components to
work longer with less wear and tear.
5
Full Usable Capacity—Fisher® branded regulators
are laboratory tested. One hundred percent of the
published ow capacity can be used with con dence.
Thorough Laboratory Testing—Emerson Process
6
Management Regulator Technologies, Inc. (Emerson™)
state-of-the-art ow laboratory allows thorough testing of
all new designs. Tests are conducted on Fisher branded
regulators for performance features such as ow,
strength, shutoff and material compatibility.
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Easy In-Line Maintenance—Top-entry design
reduces maintenance time. Trim parts can be
inspected, cleaned and replaced without removing
the body from the pipeline. No special alignment is
required when replacing the diaphragm.
W7345
8
O-ring Design—The Type LR125 uses elastomer
O-rings instead of gaskets, reducing maintenance and
assembly time.
9
In-Service Travel Indicator—The optional travel
indicator responds to the precise movement of the
diaphragm and plug assembly and shows the actual
valve position. The travel indicator makes in-service
inspection and troubleshooting easy. Also, it can be used
for remote alarming and monitoring stem position.
Versatility—The Type LR125 uses the E-body, making
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available the standard construction materials and end
connections (ASME and EN) used by other E-body
regulators and control valves. Type MR95H can handle
inlet pressures up to 300 psig / 20.7 bar and outlet
pressures from 15 to 150 psig / 1.0 to 10.3 bar.
11
Easy-to-Maintain—The pilot is designed to allow quick
and simple in-line trim inspection and parts replacement.
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TYPE MR95H PILOT
SUPPLY LINE
M1215
INLET PRESSURE
OUTLET PRESSURE
ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE
LOADING PRESSURE
TYPE 112 RESTRICTOR
CONTROL SPRING
VALVE PLUG
MAIN SPRING
DIAPHRAGM AND
PLUG ASSEMBLY
INTERNAL STRAINER
DIAPHRAGM
TYPE LR125 WITH TYPE MR95H PILOT AND TYPE 112 RESTRICTOR
Figure 3. Type LR125 Operational Schematic
Powder Paint Coating—Carbon steel body is powder
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paint coated providing superior impact, abrasion and
corrosion resistance.
Pilot Type Description
Type MR95H—High-pressure pressure reducing pilot
for 15 to 150 psig / 1.0 to 10.3 bar outlet pressures.
Designed to handle inlet pressures up to 300 psig /
20.7 bar.
Principle of Operation
As long as the outlet (control) pressure is above the
outlet pressure setting, the pilot valve plug or disk
remains closed (Figure 3). Force from the main spring, in
addition to inlet pressure bleeding through the restrictor,
provide downward loading pressure to keep the main
valve diaphragm and plug assembly tightly shutoff.
When the outlet pressure decreases below the pilot
outlet pressure setting, the pilot plug or disk assembly
opens. Loading pressure bleeds downstream through
the pilot faster than it can be replaced through the
supply line. This reduces loading pressure on top of
the main valve diaphragm and plug assembly and
lets the unbalanced force between inlet and loading
pressure overcome the main spring force to open the
Type LR125 diaphragm and plug assembly.
As the outlet pressure rises toward the outlet pressure
setting, it compresses the pilot diaphragm against
the pilot control spring and lets the pilot valve plug
or disk close. Loading pressure begins to build up
on the Type LR125 diaphragm and plug assembly.
The loading pressure, along with force from the main
spring, pushes the diaphragm and plug assembly onto
the tapered-edge seat, producing tight shutoff.
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Table 1. Type LR125 Main Valve Body Sizes, End Connection Styles, Structural Design Ratings and Maximum Operating
Inlet Pressures
MAIN VALVE BODY SIZE
In.DNpsigbarpsigbar
1, 2, 3 and 425, 50, 80 and 100
1. The pressure/temperature limits in this Bulletin and any applicable standard or code limitation should not be exceeded.
2. Ratings and end connections for other than ASME standard can usually be provided. Contact your local Sales Ofce for assistance.
3. Maximum cold working pressure (CWP) per ASME B16.34 or product Bulletin limit, whichever is lowest. Temperature may decrease these maximum pressures.
4. Not available for 4 in. / DN 100 body size.
Table 2. Type MR95H Pilot Maximum Cold Working Pressure
BODY SIZEBODY AND SPRING CASE MATERIALMAXIMUM INLET PRESSUREMAXIMUM OUTLET PRESSURE
1/2 NPT
1. The pressure/temperature limits in this Bulletin, and any applicable standard or code limitation should not be exceeded.
2. Temperature and/or the body end connection may decrease these maximum pressures.
Liquid Temperature-20 to 150°F / -29 to 66°C0 to 150°F / -18 to 66°C0 to 250°F / -18 to 121°C
General Applications
Heavy Particle ErosionFairExcellentGood
1. Fluorocarbon (FKM) is limited to 200°F / 93°C in hot water.
Best for low pressure
differential and cold temperature
service applications.
Installation
The robust design of the Type LR125 allows this regulator
to be installed indoors or outdoors. This regulator
is designed to withstand the elements. The powder
paint coating protects regulator against minor impacts,
abrasions and corrosion. When installed outdoors,
the Type LR125 does not require protective housing.
However, the Type MR95H pilot should be oriented so
that the pilot spring case vent is pointed down. Otherwise,
make sure the vent is protected so that rain, moisture,
insects or any debris will not accumulate inside or block
the vent assembly.
venting of the pilot spring case as required by applicable
codes and regulations.
When installed indoors, install remote
Best for abrasive or
erosive service applications.
Best for high temperature
applications.
Overpressure Protection
Overpressuring any portion of a regulator or associated
equipment may cause personal injury, leakage
or property damage due to bursting of pressurecontaining parts. Provide appropriate pressure relieving
or pressure limiting devices to ensure that the limits in
the Specications section are not exceeded. Common
methods of external overpressure protection include
relief valves, monitoring regulators, shutoff devices
and series regulation. Regulator operation within
ratings does not prevent the possibility of damage from
external sources or from debris in the pipeline. Install
additional strainer or lter upstream of the regulator for
applications with high levels of debris.
(1)
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150 /
10.3
135 /
9.3
120 /
8.3
105 /
7.2
90 /
6.2
75 /
5.2
psig / bar
60 /
4.1
OUTLET PRESSURE (P2)
45 /
3.1
30 /
2.1
CAVITATION PREDICTION
15 /
1.0
0
CONTINUOUS SERVICE REGION
INTERMITTENT SERVICE REGION
FULL CAVITATION REGION
30 /
2.1
60 /
4.1
90 /
6.2
psig / bar
150 /
10.3
120 /
8.3
INLET PRESSURE (P1)
180 /
12.4
210 /
14.5
240 /
16.5
270 /
18.6
Figure 4. Cavitation Sizing for Water
Table 5. Main Valve Minimum Differential Pressures
MAIN VALVE
BODY SIZE
In.DNDiaphragm CodeDiaphragm Materialpsidbar dpsidbar d
17E97Nitrile (NBR), High Erosion Resistance16 1.134 2.3
17E88Fluorocarbon (FKM), High Temperature Capability16 1.130 2.1
DIAPHRAGM
(1)
MINIMUM DIFFERENTIAL, PERCENT OF CAPACITY
For 90% CapacityFor 100% Capacity
300 /
20.7
Table 6. Flow and Sizing Coef cients for Type LR125 Main Valve at 100% Capacity
MAIN VALVE BODY SIZEREGULATING COEFFICIENTSWIDE-OPEN COEFFICIENTS
In.DNC
12514.833.415.233.50.880.7060.060.94
25050.837.252.437.20.920.8750.090.96
38091.438.894.138.80.940.9520.090.97
410014738.715138.70.850.9470.090.92
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V
C
1
C
V
C
1
K
m
IEC SIZING COEFFICIENTS
X
T
F
D
F
L
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Table 7. Flow and Sizing Coefcients for Type MR95H Pilot
BODY SIZE,
IN. / DN
1/2 / 152.935.50.790.7970.700.89
2
Km = F
L
Table 8. Type 112 Restrictor Flow Coefcients
RESTRICTOR SETTINGC
Table 9. Approximate Weights Including Type MR95H Pilot and Restrictor
WIDE-OPEN COEFFICIENT
C
v
Setting 20.03
Setting 40.07
Setting 60.14
Setting 80.17
C
1
K
m
v
X
IEC SIZING COEFFICIENTS
T
F
D
C
35
F
L
1
BODY SIZE
In.DNNPT or SWECL150 RFCL300 RFCL600 RF
12522 / 1024 / 1128 / 1332 / 15
25051 / 2354 / 2458 / 2665 /29
380103 / 47107 / 49110 / 50123 / 56
4100139 / 63145 / 66159 / 72192 / 87
Cavitation Sizing
MAIN VALVE BODY,
LBS / kg
Cavitation Region—Cavitation may occur. Damage
to regulator components and piping is possible. The
Note
The cavitation sizing graph in Figure 4
applies to water only. For cavitation
sizing for other liquids, contact your
local Sales Ofce.
Use Figure 4 to determine cavitation sizing of
Type LR125. The Cavitation Prediction Curve depicts
P1 and P2 combinations where cavitation is likely
to occur. The curve shape was determined through
analysis and lab conrmation on water. Determine the
desired inlet pressure and outlet pressure of the system
and nd the intersection of those values on the graph.
No Cavitation Region—Cavitation is not expected
in this region. Damage to regulator components and
piping is highly unlikely as a result of cavitation.
Note
Emerson™ denies responsibility for
damage and voids the warranty if the
product is used within the Cavitation
Region (see Figure 4).
risk of damage increases as P1 and P2 move down
and to the right on the table. Cavitation damage can
be avoided by dividing the total pressure drop into
stages so that the P1 and P2 combination falls into the
“No Cavitation Region” at every stage.
Capacity Information
Note
Flow capacities are laboratory veried;
therefore, regulators may be sized for
100% ow published capacities. It is not
necessary to reduce published capacities.
The capacity information on the following pages is based
on four % droop, 10%, 20%, 30% and 40%. Droop is
the negative control deviation or pressure offset below
the setpoint of the regulator.
Table 10 shows Cv values at different % droop and
selected inlet pressures and outlet pressure settings.
Table 11 shows the liquid regulating capacities of the
Type LR125 regulator at selected inlet pressures and outlet
pressure settings. Flows are in gallons per minute (GPM)
and liters per minute (L/min) of water.
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Table 10. C
SPRING
RANGE AND
COLOR
15 to 30 psig /
1.0 to 2.1 bar
Yellow
25 to 75 psig /
1.7 to 5.2 bar
Green
70 to 150 psig /
4.8 to 10.3 bar
1. Type LR125 on liquid service with 1/2 NPT Type MR95H Pilot, 100% Cage Capacity with internal inlet strainer and Type 112 Restrictor Setting of “4”.
2. Values published in this table are laboratory tested and are presented based on % droop (negative control deviation only) or pressure offset below setpoint.
(1)
at % Droop (Pressure Offset Below Setpoint)
v
OUTLET
PRESSURE
psig bar psig bar 10% 20% 30% 40% 10% 20% 30% 40% 10% 20% 30% 40% 10% 20% 30% 40%
151.0
201.4
302.1
251.7
503.4
755.2
704.8
100 6.9
Red
1258.6
150 10.3
Exceeds recommended maximum pressure drop ratio of 0.65.
INLET1 IN. / DN 25 2 IN. / DN 503 IN. / DN 804 IN. / DN 100
1. Type LR125 on liquid service with 1/2 NPT Type MR95H Pilot, 100% Cage Capacity with internal inlet strainer and Type 112 Restrictor Setting of “4”.
2. Values published in this table are laboratory tested and are presented based on % droop (negative control deviation only) or pressure offset below setpoint.
Exceeds recommended maximum pressure drop ratio of 0.65.
(1)
, Water (GPM / L/min) for 1 and 2 in. / DN 25 and 50 Bodies at % Droop (Pressure Offset Below Setpoint)
OUTLET
PRESSURE
psig bar psig bar GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min
1. Type LR125 on liquid service with 1/2 NPT Type MR95H Pilot, 100% Cage Capacity with internal inlet strainer and Type 112 Restrictor Setting of “4”.
2. Values published in this table are laboratory tested and are presented based on % droop (negative control deviation only) or pressure offset below setpoint.
Exceeds recommended maximum pressure drop ratio of 0.65.
(1)
, Water (GPM / L/min) for 3 and 4 in. / DN 80 and 100 Bodies at % Droop (Pressure Offset Below
(2)
(continued)
OUTLET
PRESSURE
psig bar psig bar GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min GPM L/min
Carefully review each specication, then complete
the Ordering Guide on this page. If a pilot setpoint
is not requested, the regulator will be factory set at
the approximate midrange. Please complete the
specications worksheet at the bottom of the ordering
guide on page 12.
Ordering Guide
Body Size (Select One)
1 in. / DN 25***
2 in. / DN 50***
3 in. / DN 80***
4 in. / DN 100***
Body Material and End Connection Style (Select One)
WCC Steel Body
NPT (Available in 1 and 2 in. bodies only)***
SWE (Available in 1 and 2 in. bodies only)*** CL150 RF*** CL300 RF*** CL600 RF*** PN 16/25/40 RF* (Not available in 4 in. body)
_____________ specify rating
CF8M Stainless Steel Body
NPT (Available in 1 and 2 in. bodies only)***
CL150 RF*** CL300 RF*** CL600 RF*** PN 16/25/40 RF* (Not available in 4 in. body)
Inlet body tap only (standard)***
Inlet body tap with pre-piped pilot supply***
Inlet/outlet body taps only***
Inlet/outlet body taps with pre-piped pilot supply and
pilot bleed***
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Ordering Guide (continued)
Pilot Diaphragm Material (Select One)
Neoprene (CR) (standard)*** Fluorocarbon (FKM)**
Pilot Valve Plug Material (Select One)
Nitrile (NBR) (standard)*** Fluorocarbon (FKM)***
Type MR95H Pilot Outlet Pressure Range (Select One)
15 to 30 psig / 1.0 to 2.1 bar, Yellow***
25 to 75 psig / 1.7 to 5.2 bar, Green***
70 to 150 psig / 4.8 to 10.3 bar, Red***
Main Valve Replacement Parts Kit (Optional)
Yes, send one diaphragm cartridge and O-rings kit to
match this order.
Pilot Replacement Parts Kit (Optional)
Yes, send one replacement kit to match this order.
Regulators Quick Order Guide
* * *Readily Available for Shipment
* *Allow Additional Time for Shipment
Special Order, Constructed from Non-Stocked Parts.
*
Consult your local Sales Ofce for Availability.
Availability of the product being ordered is determined by the component with the
longest shipping time for the requested construction.
Specication Worksheet
Application:
Specic Use ___________________________________
Line Size _____________________________________
Fluid Type ____________________________________
Specic Gravity ________________________________
Temperature __________________________________
Does the Application Require Overpressure Protection?
Yes No
Pressure:
Maximum Inlet Pressure _________________________
Minimum Inlet Pressure __________________________
Differential Pressure ____________________________
Set Pressure __________________________________
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