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Can a 90 degree pneumatic actuator be used for quarter-turn valves only

2025-05-21

Yes, a 90-degree pneumatic actuator is specifically designed for quarter-turn valves, which require a 90-degree rotation to fully open or close. Common quarter-turn valves compatible with these actuators include:

 

Ball Valves – The most common type, rotating 90° to allow or block flow.

Butterfly Valves – Use a disc that turns 90° to regulate flow.

Plug Valves – Utilize a cylindrical or tapered plug that rotates a quarter turn.

Why Not Suitable for Multi-Turn Valves?

Limited Rotation – Pneumatic actuators with 90° rotation cannot operate multi-turn valves (e.g., gate, globe, or diaphragm valves), which require multiple rotations to open/close.

Torque & Mechanism – Quarter-turn actuators provide on/off or modulating control but lack the continuous rotation needed for linear valves.

Exceptions & Modifications

Some actuators can be adapted with gears or linkages for partial-turn applications, but standard 90° pneumatic actuators are optimized for quarter-turn valves only.

For multi-turn valves, linear or Scotch-Yoke pneumatic actuators are more appropriate.

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