Rotork RCEL
Category: Valves
SubCategory: ElectricActuators
Manufacturer: Rotork
Industry:
SubCategory: ElectricActuators
Manufacturer: Rotork
Industry:
Rotork RCEL electric actuators provide efficient, high-performance automation of quarter-turn valves.
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Product features
- For on-off control
- Dome-type end-position indicator
- Irreversible worm gear
- Manual override handwheel with automatic disengagement
- Mechanical adjustment in both end positions
- Enclosure: IP67 NEMA 4 and 6 (RCEL006-250), IP67 NEMA 4 and 6 (RCEL005/005L).
- Housed in anodized and epoxy painted aluminium.
- Stainless steel screws.
- Temperature range: -20 to +70 °C (RCEL005/005L) and -30 to +70 °C (RCEL006-250).
- Power supply voltage: 24VDC, 1-phase 120VAC (50/60Hz), 1-phase 230VAC (50/60Hz), 3-phase 380/400/440VAC (50/60Hz).
Rotork RCEL are ideally suited for on/off control applications and provide IP67 and NEMA 4&6 certifications for environmental protection. Housed within anodised and epoxy painted aluminium, they operate in a temperature range of -20 to +70 °C (RCEL005/005L) and -30 to +70 °C (RCEL006-250).
What is Rotork RCEL used for?
Rotork RCEL is used for on/off automation of ball, butterfly and other quarter-turn valves. The exact application depends on valve type, required duty and selected configuration. AxFlow can help confirm whether the actuator fits the process requirement.
How should Rotork RCEL be selected?
Selection should start with valve movement, required torque or thrust, duty cycle, power or air supply, control signals and installation environment. Hazardous-area and functional-safety requirements must also be checked where applicable. AxFlow can support sizing and configuration before quotation.
Which technical data should be checked for Rotork RCEL?
Key checks include valve torque or thrust, operating angle or travel, operating frequency, supply, ambient conditions, enclosure requirement and control interface. RCEL is IP67/NEMA 4 & 6 as standard; RCEL006–250 versions operate from -30 to +70 °C and optional IP68 or explosionproof variants are available. The final configuration should always be verified against the selected actuator size and Rotork documentation.
Can AxFlow support service and spare parts for Rotork RCEL?
AxFlow can support identification of the installed unit, service planning and spare-parts requirements for Rotork actuators. Availability depends on the exact generation, size and configuration. Provide the actuator nameplate and application details when requesting support.
What should be considered when replacing an installed Rotork RCEL actuator?
Replacement should be based on the installed actuator data and the valve requirement, not only the series name. Mechanical interfaces, output, supply, control architecture and certifications should be checked. AxFlow can help compare the installed Rotork RCEL configuration with an appropriate replacement.
