Damper Actuators

MDL
Part. Stroking time (s) Torque Power
Control
Number 90(1) 160 Nm (2) supply
MDL22 15 27 6 (8) 230 V~ 3p
MDL24 45 80 20 (27) 230 V~ 3p
MDL26 60 107 30 (40) 230 V~ 3p
MDL62 15 27 6 (8) 110 V~ 3p
MDL64 45 80 20 (27) 110 V~ 3p
MDL66 60 107 30 (40) 110 V~ 3p
MDL42 15 27 6 (8) 24 V~ 3p
MDL44 45 80 20 (27) 24 V~ 3p
MDL46 60 107 30 (40) 24 V~ 3p
MDL32 15 27 6 (8) 24 V~ pot. (3) OPERATION
MDL34 45 80 20 (27) 24 V~ pot. (3) All models are equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous
MDL36 60 107 30 (40) 24 V~ pot. (3) motor, which makes stroke time independent from load, and
increases reliability, avoiding the use of mechanical brake. The
MDL52 15 27 6 (8) 24 V~ prop. (4)
stroke angle of the actuator can be adjusted easily by means of
MDL54 45 80 20 (27) 24 V~ prop. (4) graduated cam disks fitted internally. On the outside is located
MDL56 60 107 30 (40) 24 V~ prop. (4) a disk that indicates the angular position of the shaft.

All 24 V~ models have an electrical device for the manual control

(1) Factory setting. in both directions of the actuator in case of absence of control
(2) The values in brackets indicate the starting torque. signal or of failure of the electronic card.
(3) Models that may be set for voltage or current proportional The electric manual control can also be remote, according to the
control, using the options described further. wiring diagram illustrated in fig. 5.
(4) Fixed-range proportional models. This version is physically It is available an internal mechanism for unlocking the main shaft;
obtained by including the MDLS5 module in the MDL3. this mechanism permits the shaft to rotate freely in both direc-
series actuator. tions, simplifying assembly operations and cam calibration.
In the models with floating control is available, as an optional
accessory, an auxiliary potentiometer (its card is preset for mount-
APPLICATIONS AND USE
ing 1 additional potentiometer, on request). In the models with
MDL actuators are used in civil and industrial systems for driv- proportional control it is also available an output signal depending
ing dampers and other devices, which require the control of an on the angular position of the shaft, and a device for reversing
angular position within a max. angle of 160° (e.g. for adjusting the direction of rotation.
the flame in liquid or gas burners).

MDL actuators are equipped with a double shaft output; their

size is such that they are interchangeable with other qualified The rotation directions are defined as “clockwise” or “coun-
manufacturers’ actuators. Using the appropriate bracket, they terclockwise”, in respect with the position indicator side.
are also interchangeable with Controlli SL old-model actuators.
MDL actuators can be installed in any position.
Each actuator is available in three basic model types:
MANUFACTURING CHARACTERISTICS
− Floating (3p) The actuator does not require any maintenance. It consists of
− Proportional potentiometric (pot.) an aluminium die-cast case and upper cover in thermoplastic
− Proportional voltage or current, with fixed ranges (prop.) material.
Holes for installation are provided both on the base and on the
By means of easily mountable additional modules, the models front.
with proportional potentiometric control may be voltage or current The reduction gear has output shaft supported by self-lubricating
controlled in the following versions: bushings. The electronic card is fitted on top, it can be reached
by removing the cover, also providing an easy access to the
− Selectable fixed ranges; see MDLS5 option terminals for wiring connections.
− Variable range start and slope, see MDLV5 option

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS
Power supply 24-110-230 V~ +10.% Model Description
Consumption 11 VA (17 VA for 230 V~) DMDL Two auxiliary microswitches (SPDT 10(3)A 250 V)
Dimensioning 15 VA (20 VA for 230 V~) adjustable on the whole stroke. Micro-disconnection
Frequency 50 ... 60Hz type 1B according to IEC730-1(93)/6.4.3.2
Rotation angle MDL3./5.: MDLA1 Damper operating lever (adjustable arm 43…74
preset at 90° mm)
selectable for 160° MDLA2 Bracket for interchangeability between MDL and SL
adjustable between 55 and 160°
MDL2./4./6.: MDLPA2 for MDL2 electronic cards with
preset at 90° MDLPA4 for MDL4 1 KOhm auxiliary
adjustable between 0 and 160° MDLPA6 for MDL6 potentiometer (1)
Stroke time See available models (values referred (1) On request it is possible to assemble 1 potentiometer.
to 50Hz; if frequency is 60Hz, the
MDLS5 Module for current control signal 4...20mA or volt-
stroke time is lower than 20%)
age control signal, with selectable fixed ranges
Nominal torque See available models
4...7V/6...9V/8...11V/0...10V.
Starting torque See available models
MDLV5 Module for current or voltage control signal, variable
Radial force on
as regards the start and the slope of the range.
shaft outputs 500 N max.
YS7 Damper control device (in addition to the MDLA1 lever)
Temperature
consisting of: articulated joints, steel connecting rod ∅
working -15T 55
8 mm - length 500 mm, lever for damper shaft, ∅ 12,
storage -50T 60
adjustable (43...74 mm).
Ambient humidity R class (DIN 40040)
Terminal board (*) screw-type, for 1.5 to 2.5 mm 2 INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING
wires The actuator can be installed in any position. Electrical connec-
Two cable sleeves Rubber, with membrane punchable tions are carried out by removing the cover and must conform
on D=16 mm hole; to be replaced by to existing rules.
PG 13.5 compression glands The actuator is set for a 90° angular stroke. To set different
Protection degree IP 55 DIN 40050 (IEC 529) strokes it is necessary to adjust the cams using the supplied
For environment with normal pollution spanner, inserting it into the slot near the aux. cams.
according to IEC730-1 (93)/6.5.3 On MDL3./5. models there is a jumper to enable stroke selection
Installation position any (90°/160°/VAR). Positions 90° and 160° refer to fixed strokes,
Weight 2.6 kg while by selecting VAR it is possible to set variable strokes (be-
Control signal tween a minimum of 55° and a maximum of 160°) using the P1
3 position control 2 SPST contact trimmer (see fig. 1).
Proportional control The actuator is supplied with the shaft positioned on the 0 of the
- potentiometric 165 ohm external position indicator (see fig. 2). To simplify installation and
- with MDLS5 module cam calibration at the angular ends:
in voltage 4…7V/6...9V/8...11V/0...10V − using a screwdriver, unlock the main shaft, by rotating 180°
in current 4…20 mA counterclockwise the loosening pivot located on the board
- with MDLV5 module − put the main shaft in the desired position by operating on the
variable range start 0…15 V or mA square extremity
variable range width 3…16 V or mA − position the cams at due angulation
Remark: for all models: − reposition the main shaft on 0 of the outside position indicator
voltage ranges 0.1 mA max and lock it by turning clockwise the pivot.
current ranges 250 ohm
WARNING: The shaft unlocking mechanism must never
Indication outputs (for MDL3./5. only)
be operated under load.
voltage 0…10 V- (2 mA max.)
10…0 V- (2 mA max.) On all 24 V~ models, in order to control manually the actuator,
current 0…200 μa move CM1 changeover switch to MANual position and act on
SW7 switch to control the actuator in both directions.
In the MDL3./5. models, to reverse direction in respect with
The output signal is perfectly calibrated for a 90° stroke.
control operate on jumper SW3.
For 160° stroke, a deviation of the output signal at the stroke
To obtain a remote manual control, besides moving the CM1
end (negative tolerance) may occur.
changeover switch in MAN position, it is necessary to use the
additional terminals 1, 2 and 3, carrying out the wiring accord-
Product in compliance with EMC89/336 directive according to
ing to fig. 5. As regards the operations to be performed during
the below-mentioned standards:
assembly, see the detailed description given in the mounting
- EN50081-1 for emission - EN50082-1 for immunity
instructions supplied in the package.
POSSIBLE COMBINATIONS AND CONNECTIONS
MDLS5 Option
All actuator models can be connected to any controller hav- The MDLS5 module is preset for 0...10 V control signal. To select
ing control signal corresponding to the indications given in the different ranges, move the SW1 jumper from the preset position
“Technical Characteristics” paragraph. In particular, they can be to the desired one (see fig. 3).
connected to CONTROLLI 500 Line, DIGITROLL 4000, 7000, For the 4...20 mA range it is also necessary to position on SW1
Line 200 and 300 controllers. the jumper set in JMP position.

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MDLV5 Option LIMIT OF SHAFT ANGULAR ROTATION
The MDLV5 option is preset for voltage control signal. (stroke 90° = factory setting)
To select the current range it is necessary to move the two
jumpers preset in JMP position to SW1 position and to act on
N3029F2 N3029F1 FIG. 2
P2 and P3 trimmers to define the start and slope of the required
range (see fig. 4).
OPTIONAL MODULES ELECTRONIC CARD
only for MDL3./5.
MDLS5 N3030

Power side view Position indicator side view

REMOTE MANUAL CONTROL WIRING
DIAGRAM (MDL3./5.)

FIG.3 N3028F1 LEGEND

1 AUTOMATIC
FIG. 1 2 CLOCKWISE
3 STOP
4 COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
MDLV5 N3028F1

N3027 FIG.5

Note: CM1 electronic board changeover switch has to be moved

on MAN position.

FIG.4

TERMINAL BOARDS MDL3./5.

MDL 2./4./6. (4) LEGEND LEGEND

L1 Power supply L1 Power supply

L2 L2
(1)
Y1 Clockwise M Common
N Common Control
V+ Output +15 V-
Y2 Counter-clockwise Y Control signal (2)
W1 S1 Analogical common (3)
W2 Central Potentiometer S2 0...10V or 0...200 uA
N3009 W3 S3 10..0V- or 200..0 uA

(1) For the MDL3. model, connect the central of the controller’s potentiometer (165 ohm) to Y terminal, a side connector to M
terminal and the other to the V+ terminal.
(2) With jumper SW3 in A position, looking at the actuator from the power side, for increasing control signal, the shaft moves
clockwise.
(3) Connect the eventual indicator with current input to terminals S3 (or S2) and S1 (max 200 uA).
Connect the eventual indicator with voltage input to terminal S3 (or S2) and M (max 2 mA).
The value of voltage (current) on extreme left corresponds to shaft in position 0°.
(4) The MDL2./4./6. actuator is supplied with L1 and L2 jumpered.
The power supply to the actuator is given by the controller through the control signal (between N-Y1 for clockwise rotation or
N-Y2 for counter-clockwise rotation).
Manual control: available only on MDL4 actuator. To enable such control, remove the jumper between L1 and L2 and con-
nect them to power supply. In this case the controller signal must come from potential-free contacts (dry contacts) connected
between N-Y1 or N-Y2.
(5) Internally connected.

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 OVERALL DIMENSIONS (mm)
MDL ACTUATOR

DAMPER OPERATING LEVER (MDLA1) DAMPER CONTROL DEVICE (YS7)

N4030
N4031

The performances stated in this sheet can be modified without any prior notice due to design improvements

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Automatic control systems for:
air conditioning/heating/industrial thermal process.

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