SS Series – Stainless Steel Actuators
The SS Series actuators take corrosion resistance to the extreme with all of the great engineering features that set us apart from the competition. Our stainless steel actuators conform to the ISO standard which makes valve automation easy and cost effective. Dual patented travel stops allow up to 110° of stroke in a 90° actuator, providing exceptional positioning adjustment.
Features and Benefits
Compact Design
The MAX-AIR Stainless Steel rack & pinion pneumatic actuator produces linear torque output in a compact design utilizing the same CF8M body and CF8M end caps for double-acting and spring-return units.
Namur Mounting
Namur VDI/VDE 3845 and ISO 5211 dimensions on all sizes. No special blocks are required to mount solenoid valves, limit switches or positioners.
Degree of Travel
The standard angle of rotation is 90°. For sizes from SS16 through SS66, Max-Air actuators feature dual travel stops that provide ± 10° stroke rotation on both the opening and closing phases of the actuator stroke. 110° of travel in a standard 90° actuator!
Multiple Output Shafts
The female 316 SS pinion drive is standard with a double-square output drive, and optional with a double-D drive, keyed drive and designs to meet your specific requirements.
Rugged Tooth Design
The pinion teeth are engaged the full length and stroke of the piston. The pinion height allows manual override without needing to remove the indicator.
High Visibility Beacon
External open/close indicator as standard, available for all rotations.
High Cycle-Life Wear Pads
Pistons incorporate double wear pads (skates) to separate the rack from the actuator wall and serve as both guide and wear bearings.
High-Cycle Bearings
Shaft bearings isolate the pinion gear from the housing and support the shaft for high-cycle applications. Many competitive manufacturers do not provide this critical feature.
Safe Preloaded Spring Cartridges
Epoxy-coated special steel springs are pre-loaded with non- metallic materials. The stainless steel end-cap fasteners are extra-long to allow for spring relaxation. All parts are corrosion-resistant.
Alternate Operating Media
Air pressure operation from 2 to 10 Bar (40 to 150 psi). Water, nitrogen and compatible hydraulic fluids may also be used to power the actuator.
Stainless Steel Fasteners
All external fasteners are corrosion-resistant stainless steel.
Honed Bore for High Cycle Life
CF8M Stainless Steel body is internally machined and honed to exact specifications. Honing prevents dry spots from forming within the actuator bore and therefore eliminates premature seal failure—a critical aspect to long cycle-life. All units are permanently lubricated at the factory.
Traceability
All units are externally marked with a progressive traceable serial number.
Quality Assurance
100% of all units are factory pressure and leak tested, and individually boxed for shipment.
Best Warranty In The Industry
Max-Air products are covered by our unlimited cycle-life warranty. Contact your local distributor or sales representative for more details.
Accessories
Max-Air offers a wide range of adapters for many different types of valves—including butterfly valves, ball valves and plug valves—as well as a variety of pneumatic and electric automation accessories suitable for diverse industrial environments.
