SmartX Ball Valve Actuators
The VBB/VBS series of ball valves and SmartX actuators are a revolutionary line of products that can help you solve these problems quickly and easily. Designed with intelligence, efficiency and a high degree of interchangeability, these valves and actuators are simple to operate and offer some exclusive industry firsts.
Engineered as a complete ball valve assembly, the VBB/VBS series of valves and SmartX actuators are designed to be interchangeable and easily configured in the field. With the VBB/VBS series, you will always be assured of valve and actuator compatibility. The VBB/VBS valve and actuator family is a powerful combination that brings together the best of both worlds; a unique, low force valve design and the world-renowned PopTop actuator. The result is a system that is energy-efficient, highly reliable, and easy to maintain.
Easy to Install, Easy to Configure, and Easy to Maintain
As assemblies, the SmartX Actuators and VBB/VBS Series Ball Valves give you the freedom and flexibility to easily optimize and precisely control a wide variety of applications. Interchangeable valves and actuators simplify implementing future upgrades and accommodating building system changes.
Many Assembly Configurations
The VBB/VBS Series consists of direct-coupled 2-position, floating or proportional spring return; and floating or proportional non-spring return SmartX Actuators. All can be mounted on 2-way or 3-way VBB/VBS valve bodies. They accept control signals from a DDC system, controller or thermostat for control of hot or chilled water and solutions of up to 60% glycol.
With Cv’s up to 10, these assemblies are the right choice for most applications including VAV reheat, fan coil units, hot and chilled water coils in air handling units, heat pumps and unit ventilators where higher close-off pressures are required.
The valves are available in ½" or ¾" (15 mm or 20 mm) sizes and either chrome plated brass ball with nickel plated stems or stainless steel ball with stainless steel stems. Also available, are actuators that include 10' (3.05 m) plenum rated cable and conduit connectors to accommodate the specific wiring requirements of all projects.
Easy to Install
These assemblies are easy to install, configure and operate. The compact, low clearance design is typically half the size of the valve assemblies they replace, making these assemblies ideal for confined areas, which are common in many HVAC environments. Only 1" (25 mm) of clearance is needed to remove the actuator. The over-sized wrench flat design is contractor friendly; keeping threads and flats from deforming during installation and common job site abuse.
No complex or costly programming tool is required to configure these valve assemblies. Proportional models can be configured for the desired input control signal in the field. Simply access Dip Switches via the access door, no cover removal necessary. Configure the Dip Switches for 0-10 Vdc, 2-10 Vdc, 0-5 Vdc, 5-10 Vdc or 4-20 mA. Multiple input signal options in a single actuator make product selection easy and flexible.
Less Leakage More Savings
The VBB/VBS Series offers the industry the best seat leakage rating, ANSI IV rated (0.01%) for both A and B ports. Building owners and installers know that if you don’t have control at close off, you don’t have control. More importantly, leakage is a loss of energy. The tight seal design in these new valves means less leakage through the valve. This, combined with modulating control, assures maximum control, increased energy efficiency, and overall operational savings.
All VBB/VBS Ball Valves are inspected and water tested under pressure for proper operation. From the start, installers and customers are assured of more trouble free performance.
Easy to Maintain
The patented PopTopTM actuator design makes it easy for installers to engage or detach the actuator from the valve body using the one-handed push lever. No tools are necessary for installation; this allows for easy servicing in hard to reach spaces.
300:1 Rangeability for more precise control. Higher rangeability enables all VBB/VBS valves to more precisely regulate flow, particularly from a closed position through the lower portion of the flow curve where precise control is most critical. Higher rangeability provides greater temperature control, ultimately delivering superior performance and value.