Fluid Power 12857

FLOWMETERS

Rugged

Intended for high-viscosity, nonabrasive fluid applications, the HPD Series of positive displacement flowmeters and batch controllers reportedly offer seamless integration into any central process control system. According to the company, they maintain a consistent accuracy within plus or minus 0.5 percent at low flow rates, despite changing viscosity conditions. Applications include oils, greases, polyurethanes, solvents, chemicals, additives, lubricants, and fuels. Hedland Flow Metershttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-636

MULTI-POSITION VALVES

Multiple configurations

Available with up to 16 positions in five configurations ranging from simple stream selection to more complicated trapping functions, the MW Type Multiposition Valves from Valco offer a wide variety of flow configurations, port and fitting sizes, and actuation options. Traditionally made of stainless steel, the valve body can also be ordered in materials such as Hastelloy C-22 or Nitronic 50. The valves' preload design allows the rotor to be inspected or replaced without removing the valve from the actuator. Valco Instrumentshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-637

O-RING

Trapezoidal-shaped

The Trap-Seal^(TM) from Parker Hannifin Corp. provides improved seal reliability by reducing the possibility of the O-ring popping out of the O-ring face seal (ORFS) groove. Featuring greater seal retention, reduced risk of seal damage and leakage, and a smoother pre-assembly process, the Trap-Seal is designed to stay securely lodged under the ORFS groove lip. The Trap-Seal is also interchangeable with the standard O-ring used in half-dovetail grooves, making seal replacement quick and easy. Parker Hannifinhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-638

PISTON PUMPS

Clean airflow

The Series 2770 WOB-L^(R) Piston pumps reportedly provide long life, clean airflow, and field serviceability, making them suitable for a range of medical, dental, HVAC, and other OEM applications. They are designed with light yet rugged die-cast aluminum, the company says, and use stainless steel valves with a patented recessed inlet valve. The cylinder is reportedly hard-coated for wear resistance, with all wetted aluminum parts treated for corrosion protection. They provide up to 100 psi of pressure, with maximum flow rated at 7.4 cfm, according to the company. Rietschle Thomashttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-639

PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE

Lightweight

The DR20 is designed as a compact, light-weight valve for use with any small to moderate steam requirement. According to the company, superior flow characteristics through the use of a flow-up design, as well as a flat valve and plug arrangement, promotes secondary pressure stability. The stability reportedly augments the pressure reduction capability to allow the product to reach a turnover ratio of 30:1. It has a stainless steel construction. TLV Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-640

AIR FILTERS

Fully framed

Designed specifically for 1U and 2U high rackmount electronics, the Rackmount Air Filters are fully framed and cleanable. They were developed to help OEM designers provide small rackmount electronics that are reliable and cost-effective, and that meet Telcordia NEBS and UL/CSA 60950 requirements. They are designed for a variety of applications, including data centers, telecommunications central offices, and CATV headends. Universal Air Filter Co.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-641

PICK-UP FILTERS

Miniature, eliminates contamination

With a standard 40 micron nylon filter, the company's line of miniature pick-up filters are designed to eliminate contamination on pick-up lines. They are reportedly cleanable and easy to service, and can be replaced by rotating the nut. Nylon housings are standard in white and offered in black, red, green, blue, orange, or yellow, as well. Fittings can reportedly be supplied as barbs, tees, elbows, male and female threads, and panel mounts. Industrial Specialties Mfg.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-642

FLOW SWITCHES

Lower pressure drop

The FS-480 Series flow switches are designed for monitoring fluid systems with higher flow rates. The incline flow switch reportedly accommodates fluid pressures to 1,000 psi, and is used for medical equipment applications. In addition to .75-inch NPT ports, they are also available with .50-inch NPT and .50-inch tube end compression fitting connector ports. Gems Sensorshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-643

HEAT EXCHANGERS

Small size, easy installation

The Brazepak heat exchangers from ITT Standard are brazed-plate units that are reportedly compact, efficient, economical, and very easy to use. Offering high thermal efficiency while withstanding high pressures and temperatures is one main feature, according to the company. It is a suitable choice for refrigerant condensers and evaporators, in addition to oil coolers in engines and machinery, because of its small size and installation and operation ease. ITT Standardhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-644

VACUUM CHECK VALVES

Improves system performance

Designed for all vacuum system applications requiring the prevention of vacuum loss, the CheckVac valves are a line of reportedly leak-proof, one-way vacuum check valves. They are constructed from a one-piece, seamless aluminum body and plastic valve element that snaps into place and has an O-ring seal. They feature low cracking pressure and a smooth bore, providing up to a 4x better flow rate than typical check valves made for compressed air systems, according to the company. This increased flow rate reportedly enables the use of smaller vacuum pumps. Anver Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-645

ACTUATOR ACCESSORIES

MAMUR compliant

The company's accessories for their line of pneumatic actuators include three- and four-way solenoid valves, pneumatic positioners, electro-pneumatic positioners, valve status monitor, and proximity position indicator. All reportedly comply with NAMUR recommendations (VDI/VDE 3845) as standard. Ultraflo Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-646

REVERSE FLOW INDICATOR KIT

Available in two sizes

The RFIK is a hydraulic tester that features reverse flow capability up to 50 gpm and working pressure to 6,000 psi, according to the company. It is designed for safe in-line testing of mobile or industrial hydraulic circuits where reverse flow conditions may occur. The reverse flow feature is designed to permit quick and easy circuit checks by allowing the machine to be fully cycled during troubleshooting; it reportedly prevents cylinder lock-up and possible pressure intensification. It is available in two sizes: 32 and 50 gpm. Webster Instrumentshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-647

EXHAUST VALVE

Fast response time

The J-Series inline exhaust valve reportedly provides fast response time and high flow rates with its 1/2- and /-inch ports. The all-brass construction and 100 percent testing assures the highest level of quality, according to the company. It is designed to increase cylinder speed, as well as allow the use of smaller directional valves and longer control lines. It can also be used as a shuttle valve. Clippard Instrument Lab Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-648

PVM PUMP

Offers integral connector amplifier option

The "Proportional (Electronic) Pressure Control" for the company's line of PVM medium-duty axial piston hydraulic pumps is designed to give users an inexpensive proportional pressure compensating control with pressure cutoff for limiting maximum pressures. It is available in either 12 or 24V dc, normally open or normally closed, and offers an option for an integral connector amplifier. The Oilgear Co.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-649

VAPORIZING PRESSURE REGULATORS

Two models available

The company is offering two vaporizing pressure regulators that are available to vaporize liquid samples or preheat gas samples. The KEV Series electrically heated vaporizing pressure regulator is designed to be used to heat incoming gas samples or vaporize liquid samples. The KSV Series steam-heated, vaporizing, pressure-reducing regulator reportedly has low internal volume and vaporizes liquid samples or preheats gas samples. Both reportedly feature 315 stainless steel construction. Swagelokhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-650

INERT PROPORTIONAL VALVE

Medical and chemical applications

The IPV (inert proportional valve) is engineered as a proportional, solenoid-operated diaphragm isolation valve for use with corrosive or high-purity fluids typically found in the medical equipment, water purification, and clinical chemistry industries. The product reportedly provides infinitely variable flow control in an economical package and is well suited for closed-loop applications. South Bend Controls Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-651

INCLINOMETER

High accuracy

Designed as a high-accuracy sensor for applications when high levels of shock and vibration are present, the LCF-196 inclinometer is a two-axis title sensor that is a 22-mm stainless steel package. It reportedly features excellent turn-on repeatability and very low hysteresis. The inclinometer is designed for geophysical measurement, earth movement monitoring, oil and gas well monitoring, dam monitoring, heavy construction, grading, ship and barge leveling, deviation surveys, continuous casting, and weapons control leveling. Jewell Instruments LLChttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-652

PUMPS

Innovative design

The company's 301 Series progressing cavity pumps are designed to provide an economical solution in applications involving corrosive chemicals. The positive displacement, general utility pumps can reportedly take on a range of applications, from clear liquids to abrasive fluids. Its innovative design includes a reverse covered seal between the rotor and shaft, which is designed to eliminate metal exposure to fluids. Its cushion and cradle mounting is designed to get rid of excessive operating noise and enable versatile mounting to fit within a process system configuration. Moyno Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-653

LIQUID DRAINER

Pneumatically operated

The ADP-1 pneumatically operated liquid drainer does not waste air and has a see-through reservoir. The ADP-1 has a press-to-test actuator and is good for draining oil/water separators. Easy to mount on base-mounted compressors, remote cooler packs, refrigerated air dryers, and filters because of its low profile, the ADP-1's other features include a press-to-test actuator, vent valve, a non-clogging ball valve, and the absence of strainers to clean. There is also the option of legs, a heater, and a mechanical cycle counter. Armstrong Internationalhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-654

DIAPHRAGM PUMPS

For caustic solutions

Engineered for a range of caustic applications, the company's M900 diaphragm pumps are engineered with automatic volumetric venting valves that safely discharge any vapor or gas bubbles forming in the hydraulic reservoir caused by caustic solution reactions. They feature seal-less ptfe sandwich diaphragms that reportedly don't need a front support plate and can easily handle abrasive slurries. In addition, they offer plus or minus 0.5 percent steady state accuracy, repeatability, and linearity, according to the company. American Lewa Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-655

FLOWMETER

Microprocessor controlled

The Smart flowmeters from J-TEC Associates Inc. were designed for all gas and steam applications. The devices compensate for any material's pressure, temperature, and viscosity that they are handling by being microprocessor-controlled. Other features include a flow range as low as 0.4 scfm, wafer and insertion styles, built-in temperature sensors, 70 to 1 dynamic range, drift-free performance, minimal pressure drop, and no moving parts, making the flowmeters maintenance-free. The flowmeters are also calibrated to NIST traceable standards. J-TEC Associates Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-656

BAG FILTER

No need for overhead lifting devices

Featuring a 24 filter bag model that handles flow rates of up to 4,500 gpm, the MAXLINE^(TM) MBF HD multi-bag filter housing is a bag filter that is available in either carbon steel or stainless steel. The MAXLINE MBF HD has incorporated a handwheel-operated davit cover into its design to combat the problem of replacing filter bags, which was a problem prior to this because of the heavy cover present on many models' bag filters. Designed to accept the many different size 02 filter bags available from Hayward, the filter will also work with standard 7- x 32-inch bags. Hayward Industrial Products Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-657

RECIRCULATING CHILLERS

For industrial applications

Integral pressure, flow, and temperature alarms are features in the newest line of recirculating chillers from PolyScience. Suitable for many applications including industrial, laboratory, laser, and metalworking, the PolyScience 6000 series chillers lets users know when process parameters that the user can set individually fall outside of their set ranges. Available with cooling capacities from 2,728 to 9,889 BTU/hr, the chillers feature one-touch temperature control, high and low temperature alarms, and noise reduction technology that reportedly lowers noise by 55 percent. PolySciencehttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-658

SOLENOID VALVE

Instantaneous action

The company's new solenoid valve is engineered with a typical response time of less than 30 msec, allowing nearly instantaneous correction of payload position or rotation through thrust vectoring. It is designed for launch vehicle attitude control systems. It has a compact and lightweight design that uses an elaborate pressure-balanced, dual-seat, split-flow poppet for bubble-tight sealing at pressures up to 575 psig. South Bend Controlshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3860-659

VERTICAL PUMP

Good for confined spaces

The Moyno^(R) vertical pump can be mounted to closed tanks or to mounting beams above open tanks. The pump pulls fluid from the bottom of its storage container and discharges it at the surface for further processing. This pump is suitable in situations in which there is limited space. Its compact, vertical, close-coupled design can fit into many tight spaces. Some additional features are the flow range of 20-35 gpm, pressure capabilities of 150 psi, ability to handle high viscosity and high solids content material, and low shear fluid transfer. Moyno Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3860-660