MP18 Series

Pneumatic piston actuators

Two men operating a valve.

The line of Saf-T-Gard actuators includes the MP18 Series pneumatic piston actuators, which incorporate features from our field-proven products combined with our industry-leading, innovative technology. Particular attention has been given to safety, ease of maintenance, and cost of manufacturing. Cameron pneumatic piston actuators are designed to be used with all manufacturers' gate valves in nominal sizes from 3 to 6 in.

The simple design and operating principle make this piston actuator suitable for all types of applications. In addition, these piston actuators are interchangeable and versatile because they accept a variety of supply gas, compressed air, nitrogen, or well gas.

Features

  • Superior piston design
  • Corrosion-resistant materials
  • Flexible actuator orientation
  • Heavy-duty compression springs
  • Simple actuator mounting arrangement
  • Simplified seal replacement
  • Actuator interchangeability
  • Fixed drift adjustment
  • Rapid closure
  • Cameron sealing technology
Saf-T-Gard Pneumatic Piston Actuator - MP18 Series

Specifications

  • Model: MP18
  • Series: 1800
  • Specific application sizing: 3 1/8 through 6 in
  • API Specs 6A and 6D
  • Standard trim: AA
  • Retained fluid component trim: FF
  • PSL for retained fluid: 1, 2, 3
  • PR-1 and PR-2 Appendix F 2.5
  • Standard class: 1, 2
  • Maximum operating pressure: 250 psi [17 bar]
  • Relief device setting: 250 psi [17 bar] at 130 degF [54 degC]
  • Test pressure: 255 psi [18 bar]
  • Spring preload at full closed position: 1,200 lbf
  • Product weight: 750 lbm [340 kg]
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 180 degF [–18 to 66 degC]
  • Volume displacement: 2,775 in3 [45,455 cm3]