ML7421A,B
Electric Linear Valve Actuators
GENERAL
These actuators enable modulating control in conjunction with
controls providing an analog output. The direction of
movement is reversible by means of an internal selector plug.
They operate Honeywell’s standard valves in heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications.
SPECIFICATION DATA
FEATURES
• Quick and easy installation
• No separate linkage required
• No adjustments
• Force-limiting end switches
• Manual operator
• Synchronous motor
• Corrosion-resistant design
• Selectable 0...10 Vdc or 2...10 Vdc/
0...20 mA or 4...20 mA input signal
• Position feedback signal
• Direct or reverse-acting adjustable
• Selectable stroke position on signal failure
• Maintenance-free
SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Limits
Ambient operating limits -10...+50 °C @ 5...95%rh
Ambient storage limits -40...+70 °C @ 5...95%rh
Medium valve temperature Max. +150 °C (220 °C with
High-Temperature Kit)
Safety
Protection class III according to EN60730-1
Protection standard IP54 according to EN60529
Flame retardant housing V0 according to UL94, with
metal cable gland
Noise level ≤45dB(A)
Signals
Input range Y = 0(2)...10 Vdc, 0(4)...20 mA
Input impedance
for voltage R
for mA R
Signal source output
impedance Max. 1 kΩ
Output voltage range Position: 2...10 Vdc
Output load Max. 1 mA
Wiring
Wiring terminals 1.5 mm2
Cable entry M20x1.5 and knock-out for
PG11
Material
Cover ABS-FR
Yoke and Base Aluminum diecast
Weight 2.0 kg
Dimensions see Fig. 3 and Fig. 4
= 100 kΩ
i
= 500 Ω
i
® U.S. Registered Trademark EN0B-0416GE51 R0409
Copyright © 2009 Honeywell Inc. All Rights Reserved.
ML7421A,B ELECTRIC LINEAR VALVE ACTUATORS
model number ML7421A3004 ML7421B3003
supply voltage
power consumption
signal input 0(2) Vdc
signal input 10 Vdc
stroke
run-time at 50 Hz
nominal stem force
Actuator stem retracted. Two-way valve: open, three-way valve port A - AB: closed
Actuator stem extended. Two-way valve: closed, three-way valve port A - AB: open
OPERATION
General
The drive of a synchronous motor is converted into linear
motion of the actuator stem by using a worm gear
transmission.
The actuator stem is connected with the valve stem by a
button keyed retainer connection.
Via installed microswitches, the internal force sensor switches
off the actuator precisely when the nominal stem force is
reached.
If used as a replacement of an already-installed actuator
M7421A,B, the following issue is to observe:
• Permanent power supply (see section "Electrical
Installation")
Manual Operation
The actuators are equipped with a manual operator used in
case of power failure. Manual operation is possible only after
the power supply has been switched off or disconnected.
To operate, push the manual operator knob down and turn
clockwise to move the stem upward and counter-clockwise to
move the stem downward. If the actuator returns to automatic
control, the manual operator knob unlocks automatically.
24 Vac (+10%/-15%); 50/60 Hz
14 VA (50 Hz) / 16 VA (60 Hz)
20 mm 38 mm
1.9 min 3.5 min
1800 N
Input Signal Range
The range of the analog input signal Y (0...10 Vdc / 0...20 mA
or 2...10 Vdc / 4...20 mA) can be selected by changing the
position of jumper plug W2 (Fig. 1.). The factory set is at
0...10 Vdc.
Direction of Action
The direction of action (direct or reverse) can be selected by
changing the position of jumper plug W3 (Fig. 1.). The factory
set is: stem extends at increasing signal (direct acting).
NOTE: Jumper plugs W1, W2, W3, and W4 are accessible
after the cover has been removed. They are located
on top side of the printed circuit board (see Fig. 2).
W4
W1
W3
W2
NOTE: Manual operation allows a very high closing force
capable of jamming the actuator spindle and
exceeding the rating of the force switches, so that
the motor cannot move.
Therefore, after a manually close-off operation, it is
necessary to release the spindle one turn by turning
the manual operator knob, thus ensuring that the
manual operator will automatically disengage on
power resumption.
Fig. 1. Location of jumper plugs W1, W2, W3, W4
Electrical Installation
24 V∼ and 24 V⊥ (see Fig. 3.) must be applied under all
operating conditions.
Cable length/diameter for field mounting:
• Max. 200 m / 1.5 mm2
Input Signal
The Vdc- or mA-input signal is selected by shifting jumper
plug W4 (see Fig. 2). The factory setting of W4 is "Vdc". No
external resistor for mA-input signal is necessary.
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