When will I need a mounting kit?
When both a valve and an actuator feature male shafts, such as with a TTV butterfly valve paired with a Koei electric actuator, a mounting kit with a coupling is essential to achieve a secure connection. Male shafts cannot fit directly together; the mounting kit provides the necessary components to bridge this gap. The coupling within the kit is the vital piece that links the two male shafts, allowing torque transmission from the actuator to the valve. This direct connection ensures that the actuator can reliably and precisely control the valve, ensuring smooth operation in automated systems.
In addition to the coupling, mounting kits include brackets and other hardware that fasten the actuator to the valve. These parts play a critical role in keeping the components aligned, ensuring a stable fit and preventing issues that could arise from vibrations or intense use. Such alignment is particularly valuable in applications where accurate valve positioning is essential to system performance.
Mounting kits prove invaluable across various industrial contexts by supporting consistent and reliable integration between actuators and valves. They simplify adapting different valve and actuator combinations, even when both have male drive shafts, enhancing flexibility and compatibility. This adaptability benefits sectors such as water treatment, chemical processing, and HVAC, where the need for controlled automation is high. With a mounting kit, installations are simplified, operational reliability is maintained, and facilities can meet their specific automation requirements with ease.
