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How many years have you been making actuators? How is the product quality?DCL was founded in 2001 and has been specializing in the design, production, and sales of reliable, durable, and compact electric actuators for 22 years. So far, DCL actuators have been used in 13 countries, by over 270 customers, and in more than […]
How the DC24V ON-OFF Type Actuator (Electric Valve) Works
When you install a DCL 24V ON-OFF type electric control valve on a pipeline, you can control it using a relay, ON-OFF control, or PLC (DCS), enabling the opening or shutting off of fluid flow. This guide explains how the DCL 24V ON-OFF type electric actuators function using relays, PLCs, or ON-OFF control for valve […]
How the AC220V ON-OFF Type Actuator (Electric Valve) Works
When you install a DCL AC220V ON-OFF type electric control valve on a pipeline, you can control it using a relay, ON-OFF control, or PLC (DCS), enabling the opening or shutting off of fluid flow. This guide explains how the DCL AC220V ON-OFF type electric actuators function using relays, PLCs, or ON-OFF control for valve […]
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Common faults & troubleshooting for DC24V Modulating Actuators
This guide is applicable to the DCL Explosion-proof Series / Weather-proof Series / Quick-Turning Series of modulating actuators powered by DC24V, with the following models: Weather-proof Actuator: DCL-02GEY, DCL-05GEY, DCL-10GEY, DCL-20GEY, DCL-40GEY, DCL-60GEY Explosion-proof Actuator: DCL-Ex05GEY, DCL-Ex10GEY, DCL-Ex20GEY, DCL-Ex40GEY, DCL-Ex60GEY Let me know if you need further assistance with this guide! Open the Electric Chamber […]
Types of Actuators and How to Choose the Right One
Actuators can be classified based on their driving method into the following categories: 1. Electric Actuators Electric actuators use an electric motor as the power source, converting electrical energy into mechanical motion to drive the valve. Advantages: ✔ Adjustable speed✔ High positioning accuracy✔ Large torque output Disadvantages: ✖ Thermal effects of the motor may trigger […]
How Humidity Reduces the Lifespan of Actuators (Electric Valves)?
Humidity is well known to cause damage to electronic components. One of the primary ways humidity reduces the lifespan of electric actuators is through ionic migration short circuits. 1. What is Ionic Migration Short Circuit? Ionic migration occurs when moisture and contaminants on a circuit board facilitate the movement of ions between conductors, leading to […]
What Does the S2 Duty Cycle Mean in Actuators (Electric Valves)?
Many people have questions about the S2 duty cycle in actuators or electric valves. What does it mean, and why is it defined this way? 1. The Origin of S1, S2, S3, and S6 Duty Cycles The S1, S2, S3, and S6 duty cycles originate from electric motor classifications, with a primary focus on thermal […]
Why Do Some Actuators Need Explosion Protection?
1. What is an Explosion? An explosion occurs when flammable substances mix with oxygen and ignite under certain conditions. If the reaction speed exceeds the speed of sound, it results in a destructive explosion wave. 2. What is Explosion Protection? To prevent explosions, at least one of the three key factors must be controlled: […]
