Valve Actuators, Proportional
Proportional pneumatic actuator with 100 in.2
(645 cm
control 2-1/2 in. through 4 in. valves requiring 1 in.
stroke. MK-89xx Series used to control 5 in. and 6 in.
valves requiring 2 in. nominal stroke. Used with
VB-931x, and discontinued VB-921x, and VB-922x
valves.
2
) effective area. MK-88xx Series used to
MK-88xx Series, MK-89xx Series
Features:
• Heavy duty aluminum construction.
• Large diaphragm area provides the required force to
MK-88xx Series
MK-89xx Series
modulate large valves.
• Valve stroke indicated in 1/8 in. increments.
Model Chart
Model No.
MK-8801 3 to 8 21 to 55
MK-8811 5 to 10 34 to 69
MK-8821 8 to 13 55 to 90
MK-8901 3 to 8 21 to 55
MK-8911 5 to 10 34 to 69
MK-8921 8 to 13 55 to 90
a
Nominal (no load) spring ranges are based on maximum 1 in. (25.4 mm) or 2 in. (50.8 mm) stroke.
Nominal Spring Range
psig kPa in. mm
a
Nominal Stroke
125.4
250.8
For Use with
Valve Bodies
2-1/2 to 4 in.
5 in. and 6 in.
Specifications
Construction
Housing Die cast aluminum.
Diaphragm Replaceable beaded molded neoprene.
Stroke Refer to Model Chart.
Spring Retracts actuator shaft and raises valve stem on loss of air pressure.
Nominal spring range Refer to Model Chart.
Starting point Adjustable ±1 psi (±7 kPa).
Maximum air pressure 30 psig (207 kPa).
Ambient temperature limits
Shipping -40 to 220°F (-40 to 104°C).
Operating -20 to 220°F (-29 to 104°C).
Air connection 1/8 in. FNPT.
Valve linkage Order separately AV-496.
Valve stroke position indication 1/8 in. (3 mm) increments.
Mounting In any upright position with actuator head above 45° of the center line of the valve body.
Dimensions
MK-88xx Series 11-3/4 H x 10-1/2 W x 10-1/2 D in. (298 x 267 x 267 mm).
MK-89xx Series 12-3/4 H x 10-1/2 W x 10-1/2 D in. (342 x 267 x 267 mm).
VB-9213
VB-9223
VB-9313
VB-9213
VB-9223
VB-9313
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Accessories
Part Number Description
AK-42309-500 Positive positioner with linkage.
TOOL-095-1 Pneumatic calibration tool kit.
Linkage
AV-496 Valve linkage.
Maintenance Parts
PNV-202 Diaphragm (2 required).
PNV-312 Rolling diaphragm.
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