MVE5xx

Globe Valves Actuators

FORCE POWER
MODEL DESCRIPTION
[N] SUPPLY

MVE504 400

MVE506 600 Long yoke, modulating/

24Vac/dc
MVE510 1000 floating control

MVE515 1500

MVE504S 400

MVE506S 600 Short yoke, modula-

24Vac/dc
MVE510S 1000 ting/floating control

MVE515S 1500

APPLICATION AND USE

MVE is a flexible electro mechanical actuator for the control of two and three-way globe valves in:

• heating and cooling systems;

• Air Handling Units;
• district heating plants;
• industrial temperature control systems.

The actuator can be controlled either by a proportional (modulating) signal or by an increase/decrease (Floating) signal.
It is easy to mount and connect the actuator. Direct mounting is possible to any iSMA CONTROLLI flanged valve. Linkage kits are avai-
lable for iSMA CONTROLLI threaded valves as well as for valves of other manufacturers (table p. 3). The actuator has a fine resolution
(500 steps on the full stroke range) for exacting fluid control and it is able to self-calibrate on a different stroke without the need of
any user action (this function is DIP switch selectable on the field).
MVE has intelligent behaviour and alarm functionality in case of unexpected operation, feedback of alarms to the user is provided by
LEDs (GREEN and RED) on the control board.
N.B.: Do not use the actuator if not coupled with its relating valve.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

MVE504 MVE506 MVE510 MVE515

DESCRIPTION
MVE504S MVE506S MVE510S MVE515S
AC: 24Vac ±20% 50-60Hz
Supply voltage L1 Ln
DC:22-30Vdc (Reference Ln)
Power consumption (running) 10VA / 4,5W 13VA / 6W 18VA / 8W 21VA / 11W
Power consumption (holding) 8VA / 4W 11VA / 5W 11VA / 5W 13VA / 7W
15 s (for valves with stroke from 5 to 15 mm)
Running Modulating 20 s (for valves with stroke from 15 to 25 mm)
time 30 s (for valves with stroke from 25 to 60 mm)
Floating 60 s
Transformer Size [VA] 20 20 30 50
Stroke 5-60 mm (limited to 30mm for MVE.S)
Force 400 N 600 N 1000 N 1500 N
Duty cycle max 50%/60 minutes

The performances stated in this sheet can be modified without any prior notice.

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 MVE504 MVE506 MVE510 MVE515
DESCRIPTION
MVE504S MVE506S MVE510S MVE515S
voltage 0-10Vdc - impedance > 100kΩ (range: 0-10Vdc, 2-10Vdc, 0-5/2-6Vdc, 5-10/6-10Vdc)
Analogue input Y M
500Ω (range 4-20mA)
connection to L1 or Ln when powered in AC
Digital inputs Y1 Y2
connection to Ln only when powered in DC
Output V+ voltage 16Vdc ± 0,5Vdc; max load 25mA
Output U voltage 2-10Vdc (0-100%); max load 2mA
Number of cycles of manual
6.000
action
Number of cycles of automatic
100.000
action
Type of action type 1
Type of movement linear
Room temperature operation -10T55°C; storage -20T55°C
Room Humidity max 90% R.H.
Protection degree Nema 2 (*) / IP54 (**)
Insulation class
FR4 (material)
PLC (Performance Level Categories) = 3
Printed Circuit Board PTI (Proof Tracking Index) = 175 - 249V
CTI (Comparative Tracking Index) = PTI
Pollution Degree = 2
Standard Emission/Immunity EMC 2014/30/UE according to EN 61326-1:2013 standard
UL 60730-1A Part 1: General Requirements
Standard(s) for safety UL 60730-2-14 Part 2: Particular Requirements for Electric Actuators
CAN/CSA-E60730-1:02 Part 1: General Requirements with Amendment 1
Material housing: aluminium - cover: ABS plastic
Colour aluminium / white
Weight [kg] 1,7 (MVE5xx); 1,6 (MVE5xxS)
Date code yy/ww

*To guarantee “Nema Type 2” protection:

• use flexible metal conduit (not supplied);
• Push the listed conduit fitting device (PG13,5 - not supplied) over the actuator’s cable to butt against the enclosure. Screw in con-
duit connector. Jacket the actuators input wiring with listed flexible conduit. Properly terminate the conduit in a suitable junction
box.
**To guarantee IP54 protection
• Insert the actuator cable in the PG13,5 cable gland (not supplied).

OPERATION

The actuator translates the control signal (modulating or 3 point floating) from the controller into a valve position. A modern brush-
less DC motor in the actuator drive a gear train and a worm gear – screw jack mechanism convert the motor revolutions into accurate
and repeatable linear movements.

Control Signal
MVE can be controlled by one of 2 main control types:
• 3 point floating ;
• Modulating (or proportional) signal with filed selectable range (e.g., 0-10Vdc, 2-10Vdc, 0-5/2-6Vdc, 5-10/6-10Vdc and 4-20mA).

Manual Override
There is a manual operation handle on the actuator. When it is lowered (manual override ON), the power supply to the motor power
stage circuitry is cut and the motor stops. The actuator can be operated manually and the valve positioned accordingly.
The manual override lever stays in position until it is raised again, then board and motor will be powered again. At the end of this
operation the actuator moves to initial position (on the basis of DIP n. 1 setting) then it follows the control signal. When the manual
override is engaged the GREEN and the RED LED are ON.
Manual operation handle can also be used to modify any DIP switch setting or as re-set function after any alarm occurrence.
The actuator is supplied with the manual override lowered (ON). It is not necessary to remove power supply to modify DIP switches
setting.

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Feedback Position
The actuator utilizes a 2-10Vdc position feedback (look at DIP n. 1 setting).

Calibration
The actuator has both auto and manual stroke calibration, DIP n. 7. In factory delivery the auto stroke calibration is enabled – manual
calibration is not necessary unless maintenance is required on the valve or certain alarm functions are desired.

End Point Auxiliary Switches (accessory DMVE)

End point switches change over when the valve is fully open or closed. They are free contacts with 24V AC/DC, 4A max voltage on
terminals. End point switches can be utilized to indicate valve stroke end positions and for relay control of additional plant equipment.
When the actuators are controlled individually or in sequence, it is possible to use the end switches to toggle when the valve is fully
open or fully closed. The auxiliary switch position according to control signal (Y) is shown in the picture below.

CONTROL SIGNAL (Y) RELAY KC1 RELAY KC2

0-0,5Vdc KC1 to K2 KC2 to K3

0,5-9,5Vdc KC1 to K1 KC2 to K3
9,5-10Vdc KC1 to K1 KC2 to K4

DMVE

CLOSING RELAY
OPENING RELAY
K1 K2 KC1
K3 K4 KC2
End point
position

End point
position

Diagnostic
The actuator is provided with a self diagnostic algorithm able to detect faulty conditions:
• stroke calibration out of range 5-60mm;
• unexpected stall condition (e.g. valve stuck or extra stroke due to actuator link loose);
• voltage supply out of range.
These faulty conditions are signalled through the GREEN and RED LED on the electronic board blinking accordingly (see Diagnostic
– Alarm Function Table).

ASSEMBLING

The actuator can be mounted with any orientation but never up-side down. When the fluid temperature exceed 120°C the actuator
shall be mounted leaning 45°.
T fluid MAX 120°C

T fluid ≥ 120°C T fluid ≥ 120°C

To mount the actuator on to a valve, position the valve stem to the bottom of its travel, slide the actuator onto the valve neck, adju-
sting with the manual override the screw jack position so the square nut on the valve spindle fits into the groove on the cross bar.
Then slide the brace into the groove on the valve neck and secure the nuts.

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See mounting instructions for full details (MVE_DIM223).

MAINTENANCE

The actuator is maintenance-free.

ACCESSORIES

DMVE End point auxiliary switches (electrical rate 24V AC/DC, 4A max)
GMVE Thermal insulation for MVE actuators *
GMVES Thermal insulation for MVE.S actuators *
KIT-P13.5 10 cable glands kit (nuts and gaskets included)
KIT-T13.5 Kit 10 caps for cable glands hole (nuts and gaskets included)
248 Stem heater (suggested when the fluid temperature is below 0°C) *
* It is not possible to install both thermal insulation (Gxxxx) and stem heaters.

COMPATIBLE VALVES AND ACTUATORS

iSMA CONTROLLI VALVES MVE5XX MVE5XXS

Current iSMA CONTROLLI valves

● -
(except for 2-3TGB.F PN16)
VSXT09PBP, VSXT10PBP - only with MVE504S
2-3TGB.F PN16 - ●
iSMA CONTROLLI valves with threaded
M40 connections (except for VSB-VMB, with AG51 -
VSB.F-VMB.F PN16)
VSB-VMB, VSB.F-VMB.F PN16 with AG52 with AG63

OTHER MANUFATURERS VALVES MVE5XX MVE5XXS

Belimo H2..X-S e H3..X-S with AG82 with AG82

with AG70-10
Siemens * -
with AG70-14
Danfoss (VR/VF (S) models) with AG60-07 -
TAC DN15-V298 with AG60-08 -
TAC DN15-V2XX/V3XX with AG60-09 -
Honeywell ** with AG60-10 -
Airtek with AG60-11 with AG60-12 -
Johnson Controls VB7816-2111 with AG66 -
Johnson Controls BM-3018-3300 with AG67 -
MUT MK DN50-150 with AG69 -
Tac Venta ● -

* AG70-10 for valves having stem Ø 10mm, AG70-14 for valves having stem Ø 14mm
** valid for the following models: M6: V176A,B, V538C, 1/4”: V5011A

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Remove the cover screw with a screwdriver and then remove

the cover as shown in the picture beside.
The actuator is equipped with a 8 poles removable terminal
block; the each pole of the plug is clearly marked and the same
label are reported on the electronic board. Before powering up
the actuator make sure the plug is properly connected to the
board and the label on the plugs and on the board match.

Use PG13,5 cable gland model (not supplied).

TERMINAL BLOCK

U Y M Y1 Y2

L1 / Ln 0V
24Vac/dc

LABEL DESCRIPTION FUNCTION CABLE TYPE MAX. WIRE LENGTH

24
L1 AWG 16
Vac/dc Power supply 75m
(min 1mm2 - max 1,5mm2)
Ln 0V
0-10
Y AWG 20
Vdc Modulating control input 200m
(min 0,5mm2 - max 1,5mm2)
M 0V (common)
Y1 Open AWG 20
Floating control input 200m
Y2 Close (min 0,5mm2 - max 1,5mm2)

16
V+ AWG 20
Vdc Voltage output max 25mA 200m
(min 0,5mm2 - max 1,5mm2)
M 0V (common)
2-10
U AWG 20
Vdc Feedback output signal 200m
(min 0,5mm2 - max 1,5mm2)
M 0V (common)

Note: To avoid damages to electronic components caused by the PCB bending, do not press too much while fixing the terminal block.

Matching between MVE terminal block and others iSMA CONTROLLI actuators

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WIRING DIAGRAMS

3-point floating control 3-point floating control

3 point floating control (sink
(sink connection)
connection) 3 point floating control (source
(source connection)
connection)
24Vac/24Vdc 24Vac
Controller(*) MVE Controller(*) MVE
OPEN Y1 L1 OPEN Y1 L1
CLOSE Y2 CLOSE Y2

Ln Ln

0V 0V
Modulating control (0-10 Vcc) control (0-10Vcc)
Modulating
24Vac/24Vdc N.B.: M and Ln signals are internally connected.
Controller (*) MVE (*) MVE contain a single half-wave rectifier power supply. They
L1
must not be powered with transformers that are used to power
COMMAND + Y
other devices using not isolated double half-wave rectifier power
COMMAND - M
supply.
Ln

0V

DIP SWITCHES SETTINGS

Set the DIP switches according to the tables here below. Power down and power up again the actuator or act on the manual override
to be sure that settings will be recognized.

Factory settings

DIP SWITCH OFF ON

Direct Action Reverse Action

1

3 point floating (INC) ( Y1 open-extend , Y2 close-re-

Modulating Control (MOD) (Input between Y [+] and
tract connected L1 or Ln if powered in Vac; if powe-
M [-])
red in Vdc connected necessarily to Ln )
2

Selection of sequence mode, control range defined

3 -
by DIP n. 5
Modulating Control 0-10Vdc Modulating Control 2-10Vdc
4
(DIP n. 2 OFF only) (DIP n. 2 OFF only)
Sequence Control 0-5Vdc with DIP n. 4 OFF only Sequence Control 5-10Vdc with DIP n. 4 OFF only
5 Sequence Control 2-6Vdc with DIP n. 4 ON only Sequence Control 6-10Vdc with DIP n. 4 ON only
(DIP n. 3 ON only) (DIP n. 3 ON only)
Current Input Signal 4-20mA (input between Y [+] and
Voltage Input Signal
6 M [-]).
(input between Y [+] and M [-])
In this case DIP n. 4 must be set to ON.
Manual Calibration: the actuator calibration is started
Automatic Calibration: the actuator updates the moving the DIP from OFF to ON or vice versa. With
7 stroke range every time an unexpected mechanical DIP in ON in case of extra stroke or if an unexpected
stop is detected for at least 10s endpoint is detected, the actuator will never update
the stroke

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DIAGNOSTIC - ALARM FUNCTIONS

ACTUATOR BEHAVIOUR TYPICAL

LEDS ACTUATOR TROUBLE RESET
N° ERROR
BEHAVIOUR USE AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION MANUAL CALIBRATION SHOOTING PROCEDURE
(DIP N. 7 OFF) (DIP N. 7 ON) CONDITION
The actuator pushes/pulls
The actuator pushes/
2 times (unexpected stall)
pulls 2 times against en-
trying to remove the pos-
dpoint during calibration
sible obstacle. After 2 tries Valve with Remove
Valve stroke Calibra- and the actuator moves
an alarm is signalled and a stroke power and
1 RED ON less than tion/first to the initial position and
the actuator moves to ini- length lower power up
5mm installation then it does not respond
tial position and does not than 5mm again
to the control signal.
respond to control signal.
The actuator keeps the
Stroke value is not updated
previous stroke
because out of range
The actuator exits the The actuator exits the
60mm stroke range and 60mm stroke range and
it moves toward the new it moves toward the new
stroke limit signalling an stroke limit signalling an
anomaly. The actuator pu- anomaly. The actuator
shes/pulls 2 times against pushes/pulls 2 times Valve with a Remove
RED quick Calibra-
Stroke longer the new stroke limit, then against the new stroke stroke len- power and
2 blinking + tion/first
than 60mm it goes back to the initial limit, then it goes back to gth longer power up
GREEN ON installation
position still signalling the initial position still si- than 60mm again
the anomaly until it is not gnalling the anomaly un-
within 60mm. The actua- til it is not within 60mm.
tor does not calibrate the The actuator does not
stroke after 10s (wrong calibrate the stroke after
range) 10s (wrong range)
The actuator tries 5
times against the new
stall condition. At the
Unexpected The actuator tries 5 times
end of the attempts the
stall within against the new stall condi- Inverted
RED Quick normal fault will be signalled.
3 the calibra- tion and then after 10s the Valve stuck control
Blinking operation The actuator does not
ted stroke actuator updates the new signal
update the new stroke
range stroke length
length, but after 60s
makes other attempts to
verify the stall condition
The actuator moves
The actuator moves toward
toward the new stall Stem con-
Stroke the new stall condition with Inverted
RED Quick Normal condition with a lower nection lo-
4 longer than a lower speed; after 10s control
Blinking operation speed; after 10s the ose or valve
expected the actuator updates the signal
actuator does not upda- damaged
new stroke value
te the new stroke value
1. Wrong
The actuator is still working The actuator is still wor- transformer
RED slow Low Power Normal size Correct Vol-
5 but performance cannot king but performance
Blinking Voltage operation tage Power
be guaranteed cannot be guaranteed 2. Unstable
power
1. Wrong
The actuator is still working The actuator is still wor- transformer
RED slow High Power Normal size Correct Vol-
6 but performance cannot king but performance
Blinking Voltage operation tage Power
be guaranteed cannot be guaranteed 2. Unstable
power

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STANDARD LEDs BEHAVIOR

N° LED ACTUATOR STATUS

1 GREEN ON The actuator arrived at the extreme point of the stroke read
2 GREEN BLINKING The actuator arrived at the intermediate point of the stroke read

3 RED GREEN BLINKING The actuator is reading the stroke or it is going to initial position

Manual control ON, the actuators ignores the control signal.

4 RED GREEN ON
ATTENTION! The electronic board is electrically supplied

DIMENSIONS [mm]

194 122

86
234

194 122
177

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