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A2P Series Iris Valve

The powered version of our popular AD Series valve

Overview

The Series A2P Iris Valve is the latest in powered Iris Diaphragm Valve technology. This version features an air or electrically driven geared motor unit and its innovative drive arrangement allows light but robust construction for frequent operation in harsh environments

Construction

Body parts on the Iris Valve are manufactured from aluminium and zinc
Both the valve drive cover and switch covers are manufactured from White ABS with blue extruded Silicone rubber seals

Application

Outlet valve for Silos, Bins, Hoppers and Chutes
Can be used for In-Line applications
Discharge from Sifters, Ribbon Mixers, and Double Cone Blender outlets
For automatic bagging of material where frequent operation is involved
Controlling discharge from containers into weigh hoppers

Options

316 stainless steel contact parts
Open, Closed and adjustable intermediate switches
Special switch/solenoid packages for hazardous locations
Special surface coatings on the Iris Valve to suit corrosive environments

Benefits

Non-jamming
Material flow through the valve is fully controllable
No leakage to atmosphere
Full bore opening - No obstruction to material flow
Ideal for medium to heavy applications
Quiet and smooth operation
Quick opening/closing action

Features

Double diaphragm Iris Valves are ideal for in-line applications, with no leakage to atmosphere
The Iris Valve is suitable for heavy duty materials up to 1600 kg/m
Quick Iris Valve operation is capable of opening or closing in just a few seconds
The Iris Valve is belt driven for quiet operation
Drive ring supported on bearings for smooth operation
Iris Valve has a Low profile compact design
Iris Valve is sealed against ingress of dust
Fully open, closed and intermediate electric proximity sensors
Minimum maintenance required for the Iris Valve
Diaphragms can be selected to suit any application
Bore sizes are 150mm, 200mm and 300mm