Piezo-pneumatic

positioner modules
the energy-efficient interface for Smart Positioners
Powerful and simple, singularly reliable

Piezotechnology in pneumatics – Piezotechnology

successfully applied worldwide, under extreme This strawberry contains
conditions approx. 130 joules of
energy - sufficient to
The secret of the HOERBIGER valve`s success lies its com- switch a piezo-valve more
than 1 billion times. This
bination of precision mechanics, electro-technology and the
makes HOERBIGER piezo
consistent application of piezotechnology advantages. Despite pneumatics the ideal solu-
their ultra-low power consumption, HOERBIGER piezo valves tion for environments with
are well-suited for demanding applications in the process and minimal energy reserves.

automation industry that require broad ranges for flow, tempera-

ture and pressure control. High dynamics, German-engineered High durability, reliability and dynamics
precision, non-self-heating operation and non-magnetic cha- Extremely low electric power consumption
racteristics make the HOERBIGER piezo the valve of choice Key technology for intrinsically safe applications in
for the most demanding switching and control applications. hazardous areas

Efficient to integrate –
ready-to-install module lowers development costs

Up to 50% lower manufacturing costs Electrical interface

Digital positioner module
All pneumatic functions integra-
ted in a compact unit
Modules for single- and double-
acting actuators
Simple design, robust and
reliable
2/2-way poppet valve
Leakage-free nostic functions
High durability
Short response times for high
control performance
Connector plug for fast connection to
electronics
Piezo pilot valves
Fulfill requirements for intrinsically
safe component
Create reserves for additional diag-
Very low air consumption
Pneumatic interface
Flange-mountable for fast installation
Dirt screen at the inlet for
reliable operation even with poorly
conditioned air
Increased efficiency for Smart Positioners

Efficient in electrical power consumption –

extremely low energy consumption generates reserves
for diagnostic functions

Modern automation requires an increasing number of diagnostic

functions in smart positioners. The electrical power consumpti-
on is critical, especially for EX-i (intrinsically safe) applications,
because it is strong limited. The piezo valve technology develo-
ped by HOERBIGER offers the advantage of requiring electrical
energy only needed during the short transitions switch-over pro-
cesses (while solenoid systems require energy during the enti-
re activation period). This unmatched low energy consumption

Efficient in energy consumption – gives positioner manufacturers the option to implement additio-

unbeatably low air consumption saves operational costs nal distinguishing features.

The energy-efficient operation of process and chemical plants

is increasingly becoming the operators‘ center of attention. As Up to 90% more energy reserve, e.g. for diagnostics

much as half of the required compressed air can be achieved energy reserve
by a lower internal air consumption of the positioners used. The
piezo-pneumatic pilot valves of the HOERBIGER positioner mo-
Piezo

dules offer low air consumption of < 0.4 l/min (0.024 m³/h),
Energy consumption

regardless of operating pressure.




Up to 50% lower costs for compressed air

Solenoid

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Annual costs for compressed air in a plant containing 500 systems each
consisting of a 4 kN control valve actuator with one operation per minu-
te and costs for compressed air of 1.3 ct/m³
Piezo-pneumatic positioner modules
the energy-efficient interface for Smart Positioners

Technical data

for single-acting actuators for double-acting actuators

A B
A B

p1 out 1 Exh out 2

out
p1 Exhaust

Example: Fail Safe Example: Fail Safe

Function: Function:

3/3-way poppet valve 4/3-way poppet valve

Fail Safe functions: Fail Safe, Fail Freeze Fail Safe functions: Fail Safe, Fail Freeze
Input pressure: 1,5 ... 7,0 bar Input pressure: 1,5 ... 7,0 bar
Flow rate: Flow rate:
- p1 to out1: 170 l/min - p1 to out1,2: 170 l/min
- out1 to Exhaust: 160 l/min - out1,2 to Exhaust: 160 l/min
Own air consumption: ≤ 0,4 l/min (at 20°C) Own air consumption: ≤ 0,4 l/min (at 20°C)
Leckage an Ausgängen: ≤ 0,05 l/min (at 20°C) Leckage an Ausgängen: ≤ 0,05 l/min (at 20°C)
Control voltage: +/- 24 VDC Control voltage: +/- 24 VDC
Temperature range: -20 ... 80 °C Temperature range: -20 ... 80 °C
Wight: 0,24 kg Wight: 0,37 kg
Dimensions, about: 56 x 55 x 41 mm Dimensions, about: 56 x 82 x 45 mm
Connection: Connection:
- pneumatic: Flange - pneumatic: Flange
- electric: 7-pin Molex connector - electric: 7-pin Molex connector

HOERBIGER Automatisierungstechnik GmbH

Südliche Römerstraße 15
86972 Altenstadt, Germany
Phone +49 (0)8861 221-0 / Fax +49 (0)8861 221-1305
E-Mail: info-haut@hoerbiger.com / www.hoerbiger.com
HOERBIGER -
We set standards
Wherever we operate, we set standards with performance-defining components, system solutions, and services -
and thereby increase the efficiency of the capital investment in premium capital goods.

HOERBIGER Automation Technology and turbomachines,

is a business unit of HOERBIGER
Holding AG, Zug / Switzerland.
HOERBIGER is active throughout the
world as a leading player in the fields
of compression technology, automation
technology and drive technology. operations in vehicle drive trains
In 2011, its 6,826 employees
achieved sales of 1.048 billion Euro.
The focal points of its business
activities include key components and
services for compressors, gas engines
hydraulic systems and
piezo technology for
vehicles and machine tools,
as well as components and
systems for shift and clutch
of all kinds. Through innovations in
attractive technological niche markets,
the HOERBIGER Group sets standards
and delivers cutting-edge solutions for
the benefit of its customers.

HOERBIGER AUTOMATISIERUNGSTECHNIK GmbH

Südliche Römerstraße 15
86972 Altenstadt, Deutschland

Phone: +49 (0)8861 221-0

Fax: +49 (0)8861 221-1305
E-Mail: info-haut@hoerbiger.com
www.hoerbiger.com

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