Pneumatic Actuated Ball Valve -- Rack & Pinion SS316
Automated Quarter-Turn On/Off Isolation Valve
Document No.SV-DS-ACT-001
RevisionRev A
DateMay 2026
ManufacturerSupreme Valves India, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
This datasheet covers double-acting and spring-return rack-and-pinion pneumatic actuators coupled to SS316 ball valves for automated process isolation. Units are assembled, tested, and calibrated at our works before dispatch.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Valve Size Range | DN15 to DN200 (1/2" to 8") |
| Pressure Rating | PN16 / PN40 / Class 150 / Class 300 |
| Body Material | CF8M (SS316), WCB, CF8 (SS304) |
| Ball / Seat Material | SS316 / PTFE, RPTFE, PEEK |
| Actuator Type | Rack & Pinion Pneumatic (DA / SR) |
| Actuator Supply | 5 to 7 bar clean dry air |
| Mounting | ISO 5211 direct mount |
| Accessories | Solenoid valve, limit switch box, positioner (optional) |
| Temperature Range | -29°C to +180°C (standard PTFE seats) |
| End Connections | Flanged ASME B16.5, threaded NPT, socket weld |
| Automation Protocol | 4-20 mA / 0-10 V / Modbus on request |
Materials of Construction
| Component | Material |
| Body | CF8M (SS316) cast stainless steel, investment cast or sand cast |
| Ball | SS316 solid ball, mirror polished, vent hole drilled |
| Seat | Virgin PTFE or RPTFE (15% glass filled), anti-static design |
| Stem | SS316 with blow-out proof design, anti-static spring |
| Actuator Body | Hard-anodised aluminium alloy, polyester coated |
| Rack & Pinion | Nickel-plated steel, permanently lubricated |
| Seals | NBR / VITON / EPDM O-rings per service |
Testing & Inspection
| Test | Requirement |
| Test Standard | API 598 / ISO 5208 |
| Certification | CE, ATEX (on request), SIL capable |
Applicable Standards
| Standard | Description |
| Design Standard | API 608 / ISO 17292 / ASME B16.34 |
Notes
- Actuator sizing is based on 5.5 bar clean dry air supply at valve MAST; higher supply pressures allow downsizing.
- Spring-return torque output is specified at air failure (zero supply); verify against valve breakaway torque with safety factor 1.3.
- Solenoid valve voltage and limit switch contact rating must be specified at order (24 V DC, 110 V AC, 230 V AC).
- For modulating service, add a 4-20 mA electro-pneumatic positioner with charaterised cam.
- SIL 2 / SIL 3 suitability available with certified position transmitters and partial-stroke testing setup.