For more than 40 years, Bettis
Corporation has been recognized
worldwide for providing industry
with high performance pneumatic
and hydraulic valve actuators. The
addition of the Bettis line of TorqPlus
electric actuators carries on the
tradition of product quality, innovation and service reliability.
Bettis TorqPlus actuators are specifi-
cally designed for quarter-turn
operating applications — ball, butterfly and plug valves;
dampers; vents and similar uses. TorqPlus actuators are
available in a wide range of output torques and operating speeds to fit your specific requirements.
The Bettis Engineered Solution
Most electric actuators in use today are designed to
meet a range of torque and speed requirements for use
in industrial applications. Controls and optional accessories are often available, added at the factory while
being assembled. Heretofore, not much attention has
been given to field upgrades, inventory modifications or
parts replacement during servicing.
The Bettis TorqPlus actuators, instead, provide its users
with a unique modular approach. The actuators are
manufactured with pre-tapped holes in the base plate
to accommodate a myriad of control and accessory
components, available in more than 200 easy-to-install
kits to fit virtually every requirement imaginable. Kits
are available, depending on the actuator model, to add:
■ Heaters and thermostats
■ Potentiometers
■ Servo controls
■ Motor brakes
■ Positioners and transmitters
■ Control stations
■ Multi-turn operation
■ PLC interface
All of the components can be added inside the CSA type
4/4x weatherproof housing or the CSA type 4/4x, 7 and
9 weatherproof/explosion proof housings.
The Bettis TorqPlus, and the modular concept, offers its
users significant advantages:
■ Compact Design – The actuators provide maxi-
mum torque output relative to its small design
housing.
■ Custom Control Standards – By offering an
almost endless number of control and accessory
combinations, Bettis electric actuators can effectively be designed to virtually any end use.
■ Modular Construction – The modular design
allows the actuators to be easily field modified
and serviced. Accessory kits can be stored for
future use without consuming a large amount of
storage space.
■ High Strength Gearing – We precision-machine
our gears from hardened alloy steel, and run in
needle bearings. The result is efficiency, smooth
energy transfer, quiet operation and, best of all,
long service life.
■ Low Maintenance – Permanent lubrication
reduces the need for scheduled maintenance. The
actuators are supplied with low temperature
lubricant, allowing the units to perform in temperatures to -40°F (-40°C). All operational parts
are fully enclosed in the housing eliminating all
contact with the environment.
■ Guaranteed Minimum Torques – As with other
Bettis actuators, we guarantee that our published
output torque values are minimum values. If any
Bettis TorqPlus actuator fails to meet its specified
torque output under normal use, we will replace it.
■ Duty Cycle – All Bettis actuators are rated for a
duty cycle of at least 30% (one motor-on period
followed by two motor-off periods). Higher duty
cycles (up to 100%), which can allow for up to
1200 starts per hour, at normal ambient temperatures are available.
The following information may be used as a guide to
compose specifications for Bettis TorqPlus Electric
Actuators. Bettis supplies Electric Actuators that meet
or exceed all of the specifications stated below except
the Model EM-100 (which is not equipped with a manual
override feature or dual conduit entrances).
1. General
The actuator shall consist of a sand cast CSA* Certified
enclosure complete with an internal high-torque
reversible electric motor, terminal block, heat-treated
alloy steel gearing, a minimum of two (2)1⁄ 2" NPT
conduit connections and a two (2) year original manufacturer’s warranty.
2. Actuator Sizing
All actuator torques must be published and must be guaranteed, by the original manufacturer, as minimum values.
The actuator shall be sized to produce a torque equal
to or greater than the maximum valve torque, including
safety factor, as stated by the valve manufacturer for
the service, operating conditions and ambient
temperature intended.
3. Ambient Temperature Range
The actuator shall be suitable for normal operation in
ambient temperatures ranging from -40 to +140 °F
(-40 to +60°C). For temperatures below 32°F (0°C), highhumidity environments or all outdoor applications the
actuator shall be supplied with an electric heater and
thermostat.
4. Electric Motors
The actuator motor shall be of the reversible, high-torque,
open frame ventilated design with built-in automatic
resetting thermal overload protection, a minimum 30%
duty cycle rating and be UL* and CSA* Certified Motors
of 1⁄4 hp or less with not more than 7 amps of locked
rotor current draw. When single phase motors are
selected, they shall be supplied as a permanent split
capacitor type operating from a 1Ph/60Hz/ 115VAC or
220VAC supply.
5. Reduction Gearing
The actuator shall use exclusively cut alloy gearing. All
power gearing shall be grease lubricated for long life.
6. Limit Switches
All limit switches shall be independently operated by
adjustable cams in each direction of operation. Provisions
shall be made for up to six (6) additional cam operated
switches, each being capable of operation at any point
of travel.
7. Torque Limit Switches
All actuators of 2,000 lb-in (226 Nm) output torque or
greater, shall be supplied with two (2) mechanical
torque limiting switches which shall be responsive to
maximum torque encountered in both directions of
travel.
8. Manual Override
Transfer to manual operation from motor operation
shall not require the use of hand levers, solenoid shifters
or handwheel depression and the transfer shall be positive and reliable.
Actuators of less than 1700 lb-in, except for the model
100, shall be supplied with a disengageable manual
override mechanism. Disengagement of the motor drive
shall permit the use of a wrench on the output shaft
flats and shall by-pass the power gear drive and motor
for manual operation.
Actuators of 2,000 lb-in (226 Nm) or greater output
torque shall be supplied with a handwheel which will
not rotate during motor operation, but must be operational at all times without danger of injury to operator.
The handwheel shall not require more than 50 lbs. of
rim force to operate under the most adverse conditions
and be capable of assisting or opposing the motor
without any form of declutching.
9. Enclosure
The actuator enclosure shall be a high-strength sand
casting and must be certified by CSA*, or equal third
party tester, as acceptable for use in the following
locations:
9.1Non-hazardous indoor or outdoor location to protect against wind-blown dust and rain, splashing
water and hose-directed water (i.e. CSA Enclosure
4 – Weatherproof, conforms to IP-65).
9.2Hazardous locations classified as Class I and II,
Groups C, D, E, F and G as defined in the National
Electrical Code plus non-hazardous locations to
protect against wind-blown dust and rain, splashing water and hose-directed water (i.e. CSA
Enclosure 4 and 7 – Explosion-proof and
Weatherproof).
*CSA is Canadian Standards Associations,
Rexdale Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3
*UL is Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.,
Northbrook, IL 60062
*NEMA is National Electrical Manufacturers Association,
These very rugged and versatile electric actuators take
full benefit of precision-machining which allows every
model to provide maximum torque output relative to its
compact design configuration and contains a minimum
of parts to reduce vibration, lessen noise and resist
harsh service. Utilizing a combination of spur, worm and
planetary power gearing reduction systems, the Bettis
TorqPlus actuators incorporate the most efficient, powerful and appropriate drive design for service excellence.
1. Motors. Available in Single Phase, 3 Phase and DC
voltages, all motors are custom built for high-torque,
low current draw and the highest duty cycle ratings
offered. Single phase motors are capacitor run type and
three phase are squirrel cage induction type both having
integral self resetting thermal cut-outs.
2. Brakes. Offered for all AC and DC motors, they are
capable of a holding force equal to the output torque
ratings of each actuator model.
3. Heater and Thermostat. Securely mounted and
appropriately sized to insure ample protection even in
the worst environments (not visible in photo).
4. Terminal Strips. Standard in all models and allow
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easy plus efficient actuator installation.
5. Capacitors. Used on all single phase AC units, each
capacitor is peak voltage rated and of improved design
for maximum service life.
6. Potentiometers. Precision mechanically linked to
actuator output drive for continuous position signaling.
7. Position Indicator. Mechanically driven and easily
viewed at top of actuator to insure or confirm actual
actuator and driven device position at all times (not
available on compact Model EM-100).
8. Dual Conduit Connections. Standard on all models,
except EM-100, allows full electrical code access of all
wiring through two NPT connections.
9. Torque Limit Switches. Standard for the hightorque 800-Series of Bettis TorqPlus actuators. These
mechanical switches eliminate potential driven device
damage due to over torque conditions in either direction of operation.
10.Manual Override. Standard in all models except the
EM-100, manual override capability is offered in two
forms; Declutchable and Direct Acting.
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
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Model EM-300 and the complete 500-Series
offer a Declutchable design which disengages the power
gear drive from the output shaft. Manual operation is
accomplished by rotating the exposed output shaft
drive flats with an open end wrench after the position
indicator knob is pulled up. Return to full automatic
operation is as easy as removing the wrench and lowering the position indicator knob to allow the mechanism
to re-engage upon application of power. Should power
be applied during manual operation, the declutchable
design will not allow the output shaft to rotate.
The 800-Series offers a Direct Acting handwheel design
which allows completely safe operation at any time and
with never more than 50 pounds of rim pull force.
Operating independent of the motor but directly into
the power gear drive, the handwheel does not rotate
during automatic operation of the actuator, requires no
engagement action for manual operation and may be
rotated with or without power to the unit.
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11.Enclosures. Made from high strength sand castings,
enclosures are rated for applications in both Non-hazardous and Hazardous locations. As an option, the Bettis
TorqPlus is also available with a CSA Certified combination Hazardous and Non-hazardous enclosure for indoor
and outdoor protection in locations classified Class I and
II, Groups C, D, E, F and G as defined in the National
Electrical Code plus protects against wind-blown dust,
wind-blown rain, splashing water and hose-directed
water.
12.Output Drives are corrosion resistant. Female drives
are available in a variety of DIN/ISO 8-point sizes. Male
drives are also available on models 300 and 500. The
EM-800 series is provided with bored drive sleeve with
double keyways.
13.Powder Coat Finish. A polyester external coating
developed to serve as both a high durability impact and
chemical resistant finish. With up to 160 lb-in ASTM
D2794 impact resistance, over 1000 hours ASTM B117
salt spray rating and 1000+ hours ASTM D2247 humidity resistance, this protective finish will stay in place and
do the job.
Bettis TorqPlus quality line of electric actuators are
designed for quarter turn applications — ball, butterfly
and plug valves; dampers; vents and similar uses.
TorqPlus actuators are manufactured in a wide range of
guaranteed output torques and operating speeds to fit
your specific requirements.
The Model EM-050 actuators offer compactness with a
rugged design to develop maximum torque in a small
package.
■ Single phase capacitor run motor with thermal
overload protection and internal motor brake
■ Enclosure designed to meet C.S.A.
specifications that conform to Nema type 1, 2, 3,
3R, 4, 4X, & 12
■ Two single pole double throw travel-stop limit
switches with adjustable cams
■ Female DIN/ISO F03 output drive sleeve and
DIN/ISO F03 bolt pattern
■ Operational in any mounting orientation
■ Weight: 5.7 lbs
■ Single 1/2-inch NPT conduit entrance
OPTIONAL FEATURES
■ Maximum of two additional single pole double
throw auxiliary limit switches
■ Heater and thermostat
■ Canadian Standards Association general purpose
for electrical certification available under file
#LR90062
STANDARD FEATURES
■ Two year warranty
■ Permanently lubricated gear train
■ Stainless steel output drive sleeve
■ Operating temperatures:
-40°F with heater activated, to +140° F
Torque 100 IN/LBS
Capacitor
Motor
Output Drive
Shaft
Terminal Strip
Female DIN-ISO Mounting
MODEL EM-050 SERIES
TORQUE LOCKED ROTOR AMP
IN/LB NM
100 11 2 1/2 SEC 0.51 N/A N/A N/A 50% N/A
SPEED
90º
115VAC 220VAC 12VDC 24VDC AC DC
Full Load Amps Per CSA Tag on Actuator 0.45
MOTOR DUTY
CYCLE @ 75 º F
TorqPlusTMElectric Actuators
Torque 100 IN/LB – 350 IN/LB
The Engineered Solution
MODEL EM-100
Bettis TorqPlus quality line of electric actuators are
designed for quarter turn applications — ball, butterfly
and plug valves; dampers; vents and similar uses.
TorqPlus actuators are manufactured in a wide range of
guaranteed output torques and operating speeds to fit
your specific requirements.
The Model EM-100 actuators offer compactness with a
rugged design to develop maximum torque in a small
package.
■ Single phase capacitor run motor with thermal
overload protection and internal motor brake for
250 in/lb and 350 in/lb models
■ Enclosure certified to weatherproof C.S.A.
specifications that conform to Nema type 1, 2, 3,
3R, 4, 4X, & 12
■ Two single pole double throw travel-stop limit
switches with adjustable cams
■ Female DIN/ISO output drive sleeve and DIN/ISO
bolt pattern
■ Operational in any mounting orientation
■ Weight: 5 lbs
■ Single 1/2-inch NPT conduit entrance
OPTIONAL FEATURES
■ Maximum of two additional single pole double
throw auxiliary limit switches
■ Heater and thermostat
■ Canadian Standards Association general purpose
for electrical certification available under file
#LR90062
■ Standard 1KΩ potentiometer. Other ranges
provided upon request.
■ Relay control
■ Electronic proportional positioner for 4-20 mA,
1-5 VDC, or 0-10 VDC control input and 4-20mA
output signal
* Consult factory for 230VAC locked rotor current.
SPEED
LOCKED ROTOR AMP
MOTOR DUTY
CYCLE @ 75°F
ACDC
Model #Mounting Bolt CircleDrive Sleeve
133F03F03
144F04F04
Bettis Electric
2500 Park Avenue West
Mansfield, OH 44906 U.S.A.
T 419-529-4296
F 419-529-4484
Website: www.EmersonProcess.com/Bettis
E-Mail: Info.Bettis.Electric@EmersonProcess.com
Bettis TorqPlus quality line of electric actuators are
designed for quarter turn applications — ball, butterfly
and plug valves; dampers; vents and similar uses.
TorqPlus actuators are manufactured in a wide range of
guaranteed output torques and operating speeds to fit
your specific requirements.
The Model EM-300 actuators combine compactness
with manual override capability and an extensive array
of available options for a broad spectrum of applications.
STANDARD FEATURES
■ Two year warranty
■ Heater and thermostat installed in all actuators
■ Case hardened steel spur gear train is permanently
lubricated
■ Hardened steel drive shaft
■ Female DIN/ISO F04 output drive and bolt pattern
or male output drive
■ Operating temperatures:
-40° F with standard heater activated to +140° F
■ Single phase capacitor run motor with thermal
overload protection
■ Internal motor brake on 4 and 10 second units
■ Enclosure certified to weatherproof C.S.A. specifi-
cations that conform to NEMA type 1, 2, 3,
3R, 4, 4X & 12
■ Two single pole double throw travel-stop limit
switches with adjustable cams
■ Declutchable manual override with position
indicator
■ Dual 1/2-inch NPT conduit entrance
■ Operational in any mounting orientation.
■ Weight: 11 to 12 lbs
OPTIONAL FEATURES
■ 75% or 100% extended duty cycle motors
■ Electromechanical brake for 15 second and 30
second units
■ Standard 1KΩ potentiometer. Other ranges pro-
vided upon request.
■ Relay control
■ Electronic proportional positioner for 4-20 mA,
1-5 VDC, or 0-10 VDC control input and 4-20mA
output signal
■ Optional voltages
230 VAC 50/60 Hz single phase
12/24 VDC
24 VAC
■ Maximum of four additional auxiliary single
pole double throw auxiliary limit switches with
adjustable cams.
■ Handwheel
■ Canadian Standards Association general purpose
for electrical certification available under file
#LR90062
■ Dual purpose weatherproof and explosion-proof
enclosures are certified by Canadian Standards
Association for services: Class I Groups C,D,
Division I; Class II Groups E,F,G Division I that
conform to NEMA type 7 and 9
* Locked rotor current for all 75% and 100% duty cycle motors is 0.50 amp
SPEEDMODEL
LOCKED ROTOR AMPMOTOR DUTY
CYCLE @ 75°F
ACDC
**75% and 100% duty cycle motors are available for 115 VAC service
Bettis Electric
2500 Park Avenue West
Mansfield, OH 44906 U.S.A.
T 419-529-4296
F 419-529-4484
Website: www.EmersonProcess.com/Bettis
E-Mail: Info.Bettis.Electric@EmersonProcess.com