Battery backup electric actuators provide reliable operation during power outages, ensuring uninterrupted control in critical applications. These actuators use an integrated battery system to maintain function, making them ideal for settings where consistent performance is essential. With various types and configurations available, battery backup actuators deliver enhanced safety and reliability, particularly in remote or hazardous environments, offering dependable automation solutions that minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.

Key features and benefits of Battery Backup Electric Actuators

Key Features

Battery backup electric actuators are designed to continue functioning seamlessly during power failures. This capability ensures that critical systems remain active, avoiding costly downtime and disruptions, especially in emergency situations where consistent operation is crucial.

Key Features

These actuators provide an extra layer of safety by preventing unexpected shutdowns in hazardous or sensitive environments, such as oil and gas facilities. By keeping systems active during outages, they help reduce the risk of potential safety incidents.

Key Features

Ideal for remote or isolated locations, battery backup electric actuators offer dependable performance in areas with unreliable power sources. This feature allows for reliable control in facilities where power stability may be compromised.

The V-Tork VTM Series Battery Backup Electric Actuators are compact, reliable electric quarter-turn solutions for both on-off and modulating valve and damper control. Powered by 220VAC/120VAC or 24VDC, these actuators operate via a 4~20mA DC signal and utilise a single-turn absolute encoder for precise positioning. Constructed from anodised aluminium alloy with a polyester powder coating for corrosion resistance, the VTM Series meets ISO 9001:2015, SGC MD 2006/42/EC, DNV, and ABS standards, ensuring dependable, certified valve automation.

Input Signal:	4~20mA.DC
Valve Position Sensor:	Single-turn Absolute Value Encoder
Power Voltage:	220VAC/120VAC,50/60Hz±10% or 24VDC…
Body Materials:	Aluminum alloy, Anodised and Coated with Polyester Powder
Certifications:	ISO 9001:2015, SGC MD 2006/42/EC, DNV, & ABS

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Valpes Battery Backup Electric Actuators offer torque from 10 to 2400 Nm, ensuring automatic return to initial position upon power loss. Compatible with ER PLUS, VR/VS, VRX/VSX (ATEX), DV/DVX (DNV-GL and ATEX), VT PLUS, and MT series, these actuators feature AXMART® Bluetooth® in GS6 models for monitoring and control. With S4 50% duty rating, multivoltage support, IP66-IP68 protection, failure feedback relay, and on-off control, they provide seamless operation, quick battery replacement, and "fail to close/open" options via AXMART v3.

Compatible Series:	ER PLUS, VR/VS, VRX/VSX ATEX, DV/DVX, VT PLUS, & MT
Duty Rating:	S4 50% (IEC34 standard)
Temperature Range:	-10°C to +40°C
Protection Ratings:	IP66 to IP68
Torque Range:	10 to 2400 Nm
Certifications:	CE Marking, EAC, UKCA, ISO9001:2015

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The J&J J4CS electric valve actuator offers true multi-voltage plug-and-play functionality, simplifying site standardisation and accommodating voltage changes from 24-240V AC or DC through its integrated auto-conversion sensor kit. With a 75% duty rating, this electric actuator delivers substantial cost savings over pneumatic alternatives and minimises ongoing maintenance. Its Fail-Safe Battery Backup ensures the valve returns to open or closed in case of power loss, ideal for critical applications where reliability is essential.

Function:	On/Off, Modulating, Battery Backup
Body Material:	Aluminium Alloy, Polyethylene Coating
Rotation:	45°, 90°, 180°
Torque Levels:	20-300NM
Temperature Rating:	-20 to +70ºC Maximum
Voltages:	110VAC, 230VAC, 12VDC, 12VAC, 24VDC, 24VAC

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Battery backup actuators provide a reliable operational solution, ensuring movement or positioning of valves, dampers, or similar devices even in scenarios where primary power sources may be temporarily unavailable. These actuators integrate backup power options to support consistent operation within critical applications, allowing for minimal disruption across various settings. Often used in industries like oil and gas, water treatment, and energy management, battery backup actuators come in various configurations to suit different installation needs, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of control systems and automation setups.

Battery backup actuators offer critical benefits for maintaining operation during power outages, essential in industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, and water management. By providing immediate power redundancy, these actuators ensure that processes can continue seamlessly, minimizing downtime and safeguarding critical systems. They enhance safety by preventing failures associated with power loss, thereby protecting equipment, processes, and personnel. With the ability to execute controlled shutdowns or position into fail-safe modes, battery backup actuators help avoid costly repairs and operational disruptions.

A battery backup electric actuator is a device designed to provide automated control over valves or other mechanical equipment, maintaining operation during power outages through an integrated battery system.

Battery backup systems in electric actuators use stored power to activate and control the actuator when mains power is lost, ensuring uninterrupted operation.

Applications requiring continuous operation, such as emergency shutdowns or critical flow management, benefit from battery backup actuators to avoid operational downtime.

Yes, battery backup actuators are generally compatible with various valve types, including ball, butterfly, and gate valves, offering flexibility in applications.

The duration depends on the battery capacity and actuator usage, but typically, battery backup actuators are designed to complete at least one full cycle during a power outage.

Industries like water treatment, energy, and manufacturing commonly use battery backup electric actuators for critical operations where maintaining control during outages is essential.

Regular maintenance involves checking the battery charge, replacing it if needed, and ensuring that all connections and actuator components are in working order.

Battery backup actuators are designed to use energy efficiently, only drawing power from the battery when required, which conserves energy during standard operations.

Battery lifespan is influenced by factors like frequency of use, ambient temperature, and maintenance practices. Regular testing and replacements can prolong effective operation.

Certain battery backup actuators are available with ratings suitable for hazardous environments, ensuring safe operation under challenging conditions.

Key features include an integrated battery, automatic switch-over during power loss, manual override options, and compatibility with various control signals.

Indicators like reduced cycle time, warning lights, or diagnostic reports often signal when the battery in a backup actuator needs replacement.

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