Finland Intrinsically safe intelligent valve positioner

The TORLEO double-acting intelligent valve positioner uses nozzle-flapper technology and is used with pneumatic control valves that have double-acting cylinders (such as diaphragm control valves, double-acting ball valves, double-acting butterfly valves, etc.). It is widely used in the precise control of flow rate and other parameters in the production processes of various industries such as petroleum, chemical, metallurgy, power, and papermaking.

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Product Description

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

  

  The TORLEO double-acting smart valve positioner uses nozzle-flapper technology and is compatible with pneumatic control valves equipped with double-acting cylinders (such as diaphragm control valves, double-acting ball valves, double-acting butterfly valves, etc.). It is widely used in the precise control of flow rate in the production processes of various industries, including petroleum, chemical, metallurgical, power, and papermaking.

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

  The technical principle of the TORLEO smart valve positioner is to use an electrical balance (digital balance) principle instead of the traditional force balance principle. It converts the electro-control command into a pneumatic positioning increment to achieve valve position control; it uses digital on/off/close signals to drive the pneumatic actuator; the valve position feedback signal is directly transmitted through a high-precision position sensor, realizing the electro/pneumatic conversion function. The microprocessor in the smart valve positioner receives a 4-20mA setpoint signal and compares it with the actual valve position value fed back by the valve position sensor. If a deviation is detected, it immediately outputs an electro-control command (PWM digital method) to the nozzle-flapper I/P control unit based on the magnitude and direction of the deviation, thereby adjusting the air flow rate entering the actuator chamber, which means that the control valve converts the control command into a pneumatic displacement increment. When the deviation between the actual valve position and the setpoint is large (high-speed zone), the positioner outputs a continuous signal; if the deviation is small (low-speed zone), the positioner will output a pulse signal; when the deviation is very small (adaptive or adjustable dead zone state), there is no positioner output. At this time, the actual valve position reaches the setpoint, and the mechanism reaches a balanced state, that is, a certain set current corresponds to a certain valve position.

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

Figure 1 TORLEO Smart Valve Positioner Schematic Diagram

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

  TORLEO smart valve positioners, following in the footsteps of Samson (Germany), ABB (Switzerland), Fisher (USA), Foxboro (France), Azbil (Japan), and YTC (South Korea), are among the first in China to boast independent intellectual property rights for nozzle-flapper type smart valve positioners. They are technologically advanced and fill a gap in domestic products.
  
  Product Technical Features:
  ■ Nozzle-flapper 3/3 slide valve type I/P, strong resistance to dust, moisture, and oil stains on site, low requirements for compressed air quality;
  ■ Built-in keyboard and large LCD screen, allowing users to easily determine the working status of the positioner and view information on site;
  ■ HART communication module can be added to allow users to obtain or modify the working information of the positioner and valve online;
  ■ Valve position output module can be added to facilitate user feedback on the valve opening;
  ■ Linear, quick-opening, equal percentage, and user-defined flow characteristics can be arbitrarily set for convenient valve control;
  ■ Independently invented patented quick one-button self-tuning method, meeting user needs for quick installation and fool-proof debugging;
  ■ Innovative use of grey prediction integral-differential split PID composite control algorithm, which can achieve a control accuracy of 0.1-0.3%;
  ■ Special data backup function, solving the problems of on-site application and online production maintenance and replacement for smart positioners.
 
  Comparison with similar imported products:
 

Serial Number

Performance Indicator

TORLEO (China)

ABB (Switzerland)

SAMSON (Germany)

Azbil (Japan)

Comparison Description

1

Pneumatic Component Characteristics

Digital I/P Converter

Pneumatic 3/3 Slide Valve

Analog I/P Converter

Pneumatic 3/3 Slide Valve

I/P Converter

Pneumatic Amplifier

I/P Converter

Pneumatic Amplifier

Superior to Imports

2

I/P Drive Method

Digital (PWM)

Analog (Voltage)  

Analog (Voltage)  

Analog (Voltage)   

Superior to Imports  

3

I/P Power Consumption

0.8mw  

1.6mw  

5mw  

18mw  

Superior to Imports  

4

Vibration Resistance Index  

20g  

20g  

10g  

10g  

Meets Import Standards

5

Fault Lockout

Yes (Built-in function)  

Yes (Built-in function)  

Requires external accessories  

Requires external accessories  

Meets Import Standards  

6

Temperature Drift Compensation

With compensation technology  

With compensation technology   

With compensation technology   

Without compensation technology   

Meets Import Standards  

7

Air Source Pressure

1.4-6bar  

1.4-6bar  

1.4-6bar   

1.4-7bar   

Meets Import Standards  

8

Air Quality

ISO8573-1 Particle Class 3,

Oil content less than 1mg/m3,

Dew point less than 10k  

ISO8573-1 Particle Class 3,

Oil content less than 1mg/m3,

Dew point less than 10k  

ISO8573-1 Particle Class 4,

Oil content 3g, Dew point 3g

ISO8573-1 Particle Class 4,

Oil content 3g, Dew point 3g

Meets Import Standards  

9

Steady-state Air Consumption

0.056Nm3/h

Independent of air pressure  

0.085Nm3/h

Independent of air pressure  

0.11Nm3/h

Independent of air pressure

0.24Nm3/h(1.4bar)

0.3Nm3/h(5bar)  

Superior to Imports  

10

Control Precision

0.1%-0.3% 

0.1%-0.3% 

0.3%-0.5%  

0.5%-1.0%  

Meets Import Standards  

11

Auto-tuning

One-button foolproof setting

2-3 minutes 

Multi-step menu setting

3-5 minutes 

Multi-step menu setting

3-5 minutes

Toggle switch setting

8-15 minutes 

Superior to Imports  

12

Minimum operating current

3.4mA 

3.4mA 

3.5mA  

3.8mA  

Meets Import Standards  

13

Explosion-proof standard

Exia IIC T6 

Exia IIC T6 

Exia IIC T6  

Exia IIC T6  

Meets Import Standards  

14

Explosion-proof standard 

Exd IIC T6

Exd IIC T6

Exd IIC T6 

Exd IIC T6 

Meets Import Standards  

15

Backup function 

Yes

No 

No 

No 

Superior to Imports

16

Price

Moderate 

High 

High 

High 

High cost performance 

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

Serial Number

Item

TOP-5879F

TOP-7743F

1

Input signal

4-20mA

2

Input pressure

1.4-6kgf/cm²(0.14-0.6Mpa)

3

Stroke

10-150mm or 0-120º

4

Impedance

Maximum 460Ω/20mA(DC)

5

Air source interface

PT (NPT) 1/4

6

Pressure gauge interface

PT (NPT) 1/8

7

Power interface

PF 1/2 (G 1/2)

8

Repeatability

±0.2%F.S.

9

Operating temperature

-30℃∽85℃

10

Explosion-proof temperature

-40℃∽40℃

11

Linearity

±0.3%F.S.

12

Hysteresis

±0.2%F.S.

13

Sensitivity

±0.2%F.S.

14

Air consumption

Less than 0.03kg/h (irrespective of air source pressure)

15

Output characteristics

Linear, quick-opening, equal percentage, user-defined

16

Auto-tuning method

One-button auto-tuning

17

Material grade

Die-cast aluminum

Stainless steel 316

18

Explosion-proof grade

Exia IIC T4-T6

19

Explosion-proof grade

Exd IIC T4-T6

20

Weight

2kg

3.6kg

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

ØExternal dimensions

Top view

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

Bottom view

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

Figure 2 Positioner external installation dimensions

ØInstallation component introduction

 

Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting

 

Figure 3 Positioner installation components

 

ØTools required
Fork wrench 8mm/10mm/12mm/13mm/14mm, hexagon wrench 4mm, adjustable wrench, sealant tape, signal source, flat-head screwdriver 3mm, Phillips screwdriver 3mm/6mm
ØInstallation and debugging steps
1. Install the follow-up guide rod on the actuator, as shown in Figure 4:
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 4 Follow-up guide rod installation diagram
 
2. Install the mounting plate on the actuator, as shown in Figure 5:
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 5 Mounting plate installation diagram
 
3. Connect the lever, feedback pin and positioner, as shown in Figure 6:
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 6 Mounting plate installation diagram
 
4. Secure the positioner to the mounting plate, as shown in Figure 7:
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 7 Mounting plate installation diagram
 
5. Circuit connection
Connect the 4-20mA command line and valve position feedback line as needed, and set the operating mode to manual.
6. Pneumatic connection
  Wrap the pneumatic connector with raw rubber tape, and screw the connector onto the IN and OUT1 ports of the positioner's air source. Note the wrapping method of the raw rubber tape (wrap 3-5 turns in the direction of the thread, so that the raw rubber tape will not be squeezed out when tightening) and connect the air tube.
7. Debugging Sequence
 

Give16mAInstruction, setMAN-SENSMode

Air source: Adjust the air source to the required pressure (e.g., 0.4MPa), and check the airtightness of the connector 

Set actuator type: Set P1-1 to LINE, and select YES in P1_6SAVE to save

Let the valve move up and down, and see if the angle between the lever and the horizontal plane is within-30degrees to+30degrees 

Check if the valve is stuck: In MAN-SENS mode, press and hold the increase or decrease key to see if the valve runs smoothly 

Set valve upper and lower limits: This valve only needs to set the upper limit in P3_2

One-button auto-tuning: In AUTO_RDT, press and hold the increase key for 5 seconds to countdown until the end, release the key to Enter auto-tuning, after the auto-tuning is complete, it will automatically Enter AUTO_RDT operation, the tuning time is about 2-3 minutes

Check if the valve position and instruction are consistent: If they are opposite, change the value of P2_4 and save

Check if the display and position are consistent: If they are opposite, change the value of P4_3 and save

Check if the feedback current and valve position are consistent, if they are opposite, change the value of P7_3 and save 

Check the control effect 

End 

 

8. Common Problem Handling
Possible problems and solutions during debugging, listed in chronological order: 
 

Serial Number

Problem

Solution

1

 Current is given, but the LCD screen is not lit

1) Check if the instruction line is reversed

2) Check if the current reaches the terminals of the board

3) Unplug the plug connected to the motherboard, if it is still not lit, the motherboard is broken, if the removed component is faulty after recovery

2

 There is an air leak sound outside the positioner after ventilation

1) Check the connector

2) Check the air tube

3) Check the actuator

3

 There is a clear air leak sound inside the positioner after ventilation

1) Check between the pressure gauge block and the positioner body, if so, tighten it, if it still leaks, reinstall the gasket

2) Check if the fixing screws of the IP are tightened, check the gasket under the IP

3) The IP may be leaking

4

 Exhaust is always accompanied when charging the actuator

1) Suggest replacementIP

5

 After ventilation, no instructions are given, but charging is always givenOUT1Inflation

1) Press and hold increase and decrease repeatedly in manual mode

2) Change IP

6

 The valve does not move in manual mode and the pressure does not increase

1) Check for external air leaks

2) Try restoring factory settings

3) Change the positioner

7

 Manual valve movement, display position remains unchanged

1) Check if the feedback rod is moving

2) Check if the potentiometer plug is plugged in

3) Check if the potentiometer rotates with the gear

8

 CALC_ERR

1) Check if the valve is stuck

2) Check if the feedback rod is moving

9

 ZERO_ERR

1) Determine the zero position of the positioner, and see if the horizontal deviation of the feedback rod is too large at this time

10

 NO_SCALL

1) Check if the up and down times are sufficient

2) Check if the feedback rod is loose

11

 Tuning inSD6Immobile

1) Check if the installation is reasonable

2) Check if the feedback rod angle is less than 60°, increase if less than 60°

3) Retune

12

 Poor control effect

First determine whether the upward control is poor or the downward control is poor, modify the corresponding parameters to improve, generally inflation corresponds to P5_1, P5_3,   P5_5  exhaust corresponds to P5_2, P5_4, P5_6

1) Overshoot: If it is inflation overshoot, first reduce P5_1, if it cannot be met, reduce P5_3 appropriately, otherwise modify the other group of corresponding parameters, modify about 50 each time

2) Undershoot: If it is inflation undershoot, increase P5_3 appropriately, otherwise modify the other group of corresponding parameters

3) Small amplitude oscillation: Reduce P5_5 and P5_6 by one third, if it does not work, reduce P5_3 and P5_4

4) If the problem persists, try readjusting.

13

 Control Deviation

1) Check the instruction display accuracy; if the deviation is large, EnterP8the menu to recalibrate.

 

For other uncommon issues, please refer to the instruction manual.
  
ØTORLEO Intelligent Valve Positioner Failure Lock (Three-Break Fail-Safe) Installation Guide
  
  The implementation principle of the TORLEO intelligent valve positioner's failure lock function is as follows: The positioner receives the valve position specified signal from the DCS control room and completes the valve's positioning control within 1-3 seconds. When the valve position enters the tolerance band (e.g., 0.3%), the output current of the positioner used to drive the I/P electromechanical conversion module is 0. At this time, the I/P electromechanical conversion module also operates in the off state, which is equivalent to closing the valve's inlet. At this point, in case of a power failure (or signal interruption), the gas path remains closed, and the gas in the valve cylinder has no leakage channel, so the valve remains in the position it was in before the power failure. This achieves a two-break fail-safe function without the need for additional power failure comparisons and solenoid valves. Special Note: For two-wire intelligent valve positioners, power failure or signal interruption are the same concept.
  
  The implementation method of air failure fail-safe is the same as the traditional method, using an air lock valve. The operating pressure of the air lock valve is adjustable (e.g., set to 3KG). When the air is interrupted, the supply pressure will gradually decrease. When it drops to 3KG, the air lock valve switch will operate, closing the air inlet channel connected to the valve cylinder, thereby achieving air failure fail-safe.
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 8 Double-Acting Failure Lock Installation Diagram
  
  In some applications, in order to speed up the actuator's operating speed, we need to add a pneumatic amplifier to the positioner output loop. The following figure shows an application example of a double-acting actuator air failure protection with an added pneumatic amplifier.
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 9 Double-Acting Straight-Stroke Actuator Installation Example
  
  Appendix: Working Principle of Air Lock Valve
  Generally, air lock valves can be divided into single-acting and double-acting types. The following figure shows a double-acting air lock valve with two air inlets, two air outlets, and one main air source interface.
  The air lock valve uses the main air source as the signal pressure. When the signal pressure is lower than the set pressure of the air lock valve, it cuts off the internal air path of the lock valve to prevent air flow. Its main Applications is to be installed on control valves. When the factory's main air source pressure drops below the set pressure due to power failure, leakage, etc., it automatically closes the air path from the positioner to the actuator, maintaining the current valve opening. Its operating principle is that if the signal pressure is greater than the set pressure, the signal pressure pushes the upper diaphragm upwards, ultimately pressurizing the inlet.
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 10 Air Lock Valve Working Principle Diagram
  
  The air is discharged from the outlet through the inside of the air lock valve, i.e., the inlet and outlet are connected. Conversely, if the signal pressure is lower than the set pressure, the upper diaphragm moves downwards, the passage to the lower diaphragm is cut off, a gap is created between the steel ball and the upper diaphragm, and the air pressure in the upper air chamber of the lower diaphragm is discharged through the gap. As the pressure in the upper air chamber of the lower diaphragm decreases, the push rod connected to the lower diaphragm also rises, ultimately cutting off the passage between the inlet and outlet. The generally set pressure is 3 kgf/cm². Adjust according to actual site needs. If the set pressure is too high, please reduce the set pressure.
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
1. Flexible and Quick Ordering Service
All customers can receive free product samples from the company to understand product performance and make satisfactory selections;
All customers can order via a toll-free 400 hotline, telex, or email. For products with special technical requirements, the company will provide product selection and technical support solutions in the shortest possible time.
2. Timely and Effective In-Sales Service
The company ships to the user's designated location using standardized packaging and convenient transportation methods;
If the user requires, the company has professional personnel to guide installation and debugging on site.
3. Lifetime After-sale Service
Free three guarantees within the warranty period;
Paid service is provided for life outside the warranty period. The main board, feedback board, HART board, and pneumatic IP module can be repaired or replaced separately, reducing the user's maintenance costs.
4. Regular and Careful Follow-up System
The customer is always God and always the company's friend;
Customer satisfaction is the company's highest interest.
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Basic Smart Valve Positioner Double Acting
 
Figure 11 Wuhan Iron and Steel Group's Control Company Application Site (Wuhan Iron and Steel No. 4 Coke Oven and Oxygen Plant)
 
  Wuhan Iron and Steel Engineering and Technology Group's Control Company was established in 1958 and is characterized by its concentration of talent, knowledge, and technology. It has more than 1300 employees, one-third of whom hold various professional and technical titles. The control company is a national first-class metrology unit. In 1994, it passed the ISO9000 and ISO10012-1 series Warranty system certification audit conducted by two companies, BVQI of France and CSQA of China Classification Society, and its operations fully comply with international standards. The company has more than 70,000 sets of metallurgical special equipment and large and medium-sized industrial computer distributed control systems with advanced international technology in the 1990s, with fixed assets of approximately more than 1 billion yuan.
  Since September 2013, Wuhan Iron and Steel Engineering and Technology Group's Control Company has been using TORLEO split double-acting intelligent valve positioners at Wuhan Iron and Steel Oxygen Co., Ltd. The results have been positive, fully meeting the on-site needs and even exceeding the performance of some imported Brands in some aspects. Given the high cost-effectiveness of TORLEO intelligent valve positioners, they have been successively retrofitted in coke plants, sintering plants, bar plants, No. 1 steelmaking plant, No. 2 steelmaking plant, and No. 4 steelmaking plant, replacing imported Brands such as Yamatake of Japan, KSSO of Japan, Siemens of Germany, SAMSON, FISHER of the United States, Mesoni Lan, and ABB of Switzerland. Products include TORLEO series intelligent valve positioners, such as split single-acting intelligent valve positioners, split double-acting intelligent valve positioners, integral single-acting intelligent valve positioners, integral double-acting intelligent valve positioners, and angle sensors. Currently, 80% of the company's retrofitting projects choose TORLEO intelligent valve positioners.