Product Manual 40183 (Revision K, 8/2018) : EML100 Actuator
Product Manual 40183 (Revision K, 8/2018) : EML100 Actuator
Product Manual 40183 (Revision K, 8/2018) : EML100 Actuator
EML100 Actuator
Read this entire manual and all other publications pertaining to the work to be
performed before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment.
Practice all plant and safety instructions and precautions.
General
Precautions Failure to follow instructions can cause personal injury and/or property damage.
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Manual 40183
Copyright © Woodward, Inc. 1999-2018
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Contents
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DANGER - Indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING - Indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION - Indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE - Indicates a hazard that could result in property damage only (including damage to the
control).
IMPORTANT - Designates an operating tip or maintenance suggestion.
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Regulatory Compliance
European Compliance for CE Marking:
These listings are limited only to those units bearing the CE Marking.
ATEX – Potentially Directive 2014/34/EU on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member
Explosive Atmospheres States relating to equipment and protective systems intended for use in
Directive: potentially explosive atmospheres
LCIE 01ATEX 6033 X
Zone 1, Category 2, Group II G, Ex db IIB T3 Gb
EMC Directive: Directive 2014/30/EU on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member
States relating to equipment and protective systems intended for use in
potentially explosive atmospheres
Machinery Directive: Compliant as partly completed machinery with Directive 2006/42/EC of the
European Parliament and the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery.
The conduit entry and the connecting device must be certified for the mode of protection concerned (“d”)
according to the European standards.
The Special Fasteners used on this product are hexagon socket head cap screws per ASME B18.3 with
length 0.750 in (19 mm), and 1/4-28 UNF-3A thread made from austenitic stainless steel (passivated) with
minimum tensile strength 80 ksi.
The gaps and widths of the different flame paths are different than the values specified in the tables of EN
60079-1.
The EML100 Actuator is certified to a Zone 1-Category 2 ATEX method of protection “d”. Wiring methods
must comply with the Zone 1-Category 2 method of protection when installed in a Zone 2 classified
atmosphere.
Compliance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC noise measurement and mitigation requirements is
the responsibility of the manufacturer of the machinery into which this product is incorporated.
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Chapter 1.
General Information
Introduction
The EML100 electric linear actuator is an accurate, rugged, and highly reliable actuator which can be
used in applications that require a linear operator with a stroke length between 13 and 38 mm (0.5 and
1.5 inches). The actuator is designed to be used with the Woodward EM Driver or Woodward 24 V DVP
(Digital Valve Positioner).
Description
The EML100 electric actuator uses a high performance brushless dc servomotor, a precision planetary
gearbox, and a leadscrew/ballhead to produce a linear output. The use of this highly efficient gear train
results in a wide servo system bandwidth. Two brushless resolvers are used within the actuator, one for
motor commutation, the other for output shaft position. An optional dual position feedback resolver is also
available. The actuator incorporates a clutch between the motor and gear train to prevent damage to the
unit if a rigid mechanical stop is encountered.
The EML100 electric actuator receives power from and is controlled by the Woodward EM Driver or
Woodward 24 V DVP. Command signals are received from the driver to accurately position the actuator.
Detailed information regarding the driver can be found in manual 26159 for the EM Driver or manual
26329 for the 24 V DVP.
Refer to the driver manual for power supply ratings and input voltage details.
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Chapter 2.
Installation
Introduction
During installation, handle the actuator with care. Improper handling can ruin seals, mating surfaces, and
factory adjustments. Keep all plastic shipping caps and covers in place until ready to connect normal
service/supply lines.
The actuator may be stored as received from the factory for an extended period of time prior to
installation.
General Installation
Refer to the outline drawing, Figure 2-1, for:
Overall dimensions
Location of installation holes
Electrical connection locations
Actuator Installation
The EML100 actuator may be mounted in any position or attitude and may be lifted by hand (mass/weight
= 10 kg/23 lb). Use six 0.375 inch (M8) fasteners of appropriate length to attach the actuator to the
customer mounting surface. The mounting surface should be a flat metal surface with a minimum pilot
hole diameter of 74.7 mm (2.940 inches) to accommodate the piloting section on the bottom surface of
the actuator.
The 0.625 inch (15.9 mm) diameter output shaft is internally threaded with a 0.312-24 UNF-3B thread to a
depth of 25 mm (1.0 inch). The external linkage or load attached to the actuator should not exceed 445 N
(100 lbf). The mounting arrangement should minimize side loading of the actuator output shaft.
Commercially available side load reducing couplings are recommended. Excessive side loading will
reduce actuator performance and cause premature wear and/or failure. Do not mount the EML100
actuator near sources of excessive radiant heat such as exhaust manifolds or other engine components.
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Electrical Connections
See Figure 2-2 for the wiring diagram. Consult the EM Driver manual (26159) or 24 V DVP manual
(26329), for specific wiring requirements and procedures.
The EML100 actuator has four 0.500-14 NPTF female conduit connections for customer wiring. This
permits the actuator motor power wires to be separated from each of the low voltage resolver wire
bundles to minimize the possibility of noise interference. A #8, 0.164-32 UNF female thread external
ground screw is also provided.
The use of cable with individually-shielded twisted pairs is recommended. All signal lines should be
shielded to prevent picking up stray signals from nearby equipment. Installations with severe
electromagnetic interference (EMI) may require shielded cable run in conduit, double-shielded wire, or
other precautions. Connect the shields at the control system side or as indicated by the control system
wiring practices, but never at both ends of the shield such that a ground loop is created. Wires exposed
beyond the shield must be less than 2 inches
(51 mm). The wiring should provide signal attenuation to greater than 60 dB.
The resolver cable should consist of three individually shielded twisted pairs. Each pair should be
connected to one coil of the resolver as indicated in Figure 2-2 (wiring diagram). Refer to the EM Driver
manual (26159) or 24 V DVP manual (26329) for system wiring requirements.
Take care to protect the cover threads and mating actuator threads
when they are exposed, as they are critical to the Zone 1/Division 1
methods of protection.
The surface of this product can become hot enough or cold enough
to be a hazard. Use protective gear for product handling in these
circumstances. Temperature ratings are included in the specification
section of this manual.
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Chapter 3.
Start-up and Adjustment
Introduction
This section describes the initial operation of the EML100 actuator.
Initial Operation
Before initial use of the associated actuator, be sure that all installation steps found in this manual and the
driver manual have been completed. All electrical connections must be properly and securely installed.
The EML100 actuator must be calibrated to its associated Driver before initial use. Specific calibration
instructions are explained in the EM Driver manual (26159) or 24 V DVP manual (26329), which
accompanies the EM Driver.
Each EML100 actuator is shipped from the factory with at least one copy of a “Production Test Data
Sheet”. This data sheet contains the latest calibration data specific to a particular actuator based on serial
number and designation number. See Figure 3-1 for an example. This information must be used during
the calibration procedure to assure the highest positional accuracy possible.
The surface of this product can become hot enough or cold enough
to be a hazard. Use protective gear for product handling in these
circumstances. Temperature ratings are included in the specification
section of this manual.
Important calibration information is circled and numbered with explanations below (see Figure 3-1):
3. Position resolver reading at minimum hard stop position. This resolver reading will be used during
the calibration procedure as the “Hard Stop Minimum” position. This resolver reading will be stamped
on a decal attached to the actuator motor. The actuator cover must be removed to view this decal.
4. Position resolver reading at maximum hard stop position. This resolver reading will be used during
the calibration procedure as the “Hard Stop Maximum” position. This resolver reading will be
stamped on a decal attached to the actuator motor. The actuator cover must be removed to view this
decal.
5. Total actuator linear travel from minimum to maximum hard stop positions. Depends on designation
number: available strokes are 12.7, 25,4, or 38.1 mm (0.500 inch, 1.00 inch, or 1.50 inches). 101
resolver degrees equals 12.7 mm (0.500 inch) linear travel.
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On Dual position resolver units, there will be two sets of min and
max resolver readings to be used during calibration.
Adjustments
Take care to protect the cover threads and mating actuator threads
when they are exposed, as they are critical to the Zone 1/Division 1
methods of protection.
The surface of this product can become hot enough or cold enough
to be a hazard. Use protective gear for product handling in these
circumstances. Temperature ratings are included in the specification
section of this manual.
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P/N_____________________________ S/N_____________________________
3.2 b Actuator electrical markings are correct and the unit is wired according to wiring diagram. ( )
3.3 Dielectric Strength test on all wires except ground at 600 Vac for one second or 500 VAC or one
minute. (Repair units to be tested at 250 Vac for one minute.)
( )
3.4 Insulation Resistance test on each wire except ground at 250 Vdc for 10 seconds.
Each wire shall have greater than 10 M insulation resistance. ( )
3.6 Calibrate the EML100 actuator to the test stand EM Driver. Record minimum and maximum position
resolver readings from HMI (degrees) with the actuator at the min and max hard stops. (Mark N/A
for resolver # 2 on single resolver units).
3.7 Functional check with 100 lbf opposing load. Record readings from the HMI Run page. ( )
Control Input Signal Demand Input (%) Actuator Position (%) Actuator current (amps)
( 0.05 milliamp) ( 0.4 of Demand
max)
4.00
8.00
12.00
16.00
20.00
16.00
12.00
8.00
4.00
3.8 Stall force of the actuator at steady state current limit: ______________ lbf
(115 lbf min) ( )
4.1 Install shipping caps in conduit outlets and tighten cover-locking device.( )
4.2 Position feedback resolver readings found in step 3.6 are stamped on adhesive decal and attached
to the actuator motor. ( )
Note: If actuator to be mounted to 3151 water valve, leave decal blank.
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Chapter 4.
Maintenance
Introduction
This section describes basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for the EML100 actuator.
Troubleshooting
If variations in actuator shaft position occur, inspect all components, including the turbine, for proper
operation. Refer to the correct Woodward control manual for assistance in isolating the problem.
Field disassembly or adjustment of the EML100 actuator is not recommended. All work and adjustments
should be performed by personnel thoroughly trained in the proper procedures.
When requesting information or service from Woodward, be sure to specify the part number and serial
number of your valve/actuator assembly.
The surface of this product can become hot enough or cold enough
to be a hazard. Use protective gear for product handling in these
circumstances. Temperature ratings are included in the specification
section of this manual.
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Chapter 5.
Product Support and Service Options
OEM or Packager Support: Many Woodward controls and control devices are installed into the equipment
system and programmed by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Equipment Packager at their
factory. In some cases, the programming is password-protected by the OEM or packager, and they are the
best source for product service and support. Warranty service for Woodward products shipped with an
equipment system should also be handled through the OEM or Packager. Please review your equipment
system documentation for details.
Woodward Business Partner Support: Woodward works with and supports a global network of
independent business partners whose mission is to serve the users of Woodward controls, as described
here:
A Full Service Distributor has the primary responsibility for sales, service, system integration
solutions, technical desk support, and aftermarket marketing of standard Woodward products within
a specific geographic area and market segment.
An Authorized Independent Service Facility (AISF) provides authorized service that includes repairs,
repair parts, and warranty service on Woodward's behalf. Service (not new unit sales) is an AISF's
primary mission.
A Recognized Turbine Retrofitter (RTR) is an independent company that does both steam and gas
turbine control retrofits and upgrades globally, and can provide the full line of Woodward systems
and components for the retrofits and overhauls, long term service contracts, emergency repairs, etc.
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This option allows you to call your Full-Service Distributor in the event of an unexpected outage, or in
advance of a scheduled outage, to request a replacement control unit. If the unit is available at the time of
the call, it can usually be shipped out within 24 hours. You replace your field control unit with the like-new
replacement and return the field unit to the Full-Service Distributor.
Charges for the Replacement/Exchange service are based on a flat rate plus shipping expenses. You are
invoiced the flat rate replacement/exchange charge plus a core charge at the time the replacement unit is
shipped. If the core (field unit) is returned within 60 days, a credit for the core charge will be issued.
Flat Rate Repair: Flat Rate Repair is available for the majority of standard products in the field. This
program offers you repair service for your products with the advantage of knowing in advance what the
cost will be. All repair work carries the standard Woodward service warranty (Woodward Product and
Service Warranty 5-01-1205) on replaced parts and labor.
Flat Rate Remanufacture: Flat Rate Remanufacture is very similar to the Flat Rate Repair option with
the exception that the unit will be returned to you in “like-new” condition and carry with it the full standard
Woodward product warranty (Woodward Product and Service Warranty 5-01-1205). This option is
applicable to mechanical products only.
When shipping the item(s), attach a tag with the following information:
Return authorization number
Name and location where the control is installed
Name and phone number of contact person
Complete Woodward part number(s) and serial number(s)
Description of the problem
Instructions describing the desired type of repair
Packing a Control
Use the following materials when returning a complete control:
Protective caps on any connectors
Antistatic protective bags on all electronic modules
Packing materials that will not damage the surface of the unit
At least 100 mm (4 inches) of tightly packed, industry-approved packing material
A packing carton with double walls
A strong tape around the outside of the carton for increased strength
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Replacement Parts
When ordering replacement parts for controls, include the following information:
The part number(s) (XXXX-XXXX) that is on the enclosure nameplate
The unit serial number, which is also on the nameplate
Engineering Services
Woodward offers various Engineering Services for our products. For these services, you can contact us by
telephone, by email, or through the Woodward website.
Technical Support
Product Training
Field Service
Technical Support is available from your equipment system supplier, your local Full-Service Distributor, or
from many of Woodward’s worldwide locations, depending upon the product and application. This service can
assist you with technical questions or problem solving during the normal business hours of the Woodward
location you contact. Emergency assistance is also available during non-business hours by phoning
Woodward and stating the urgency of your problem.
Product Training is available as standard classes at many of our worldwide locations. We also offer
customized classes, which can be tailored to your needs and can be held at one of our locations or at
your site. This training, conducted by experienced personnel, will assure that you will be able to maintain
system reliability and availability.
Field Service engineering on-site support is available, depending on the product and location, from many
of our worldwide locations or from one of our Full-Service Distributors. The field engineers are
experienced both on Woodward products as well as on much of the non-Woodward equipment with which
our products interface.
For information on these services, please contact us via telephone, email us, or use our website:
www.woodward.com.
You can also contact the Woodward Customer Service Department at one of the following Woodward
facilities to obtain the address and phone number of the nearest facility at which you can obtain
information and service.
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Technical Assistance
If you need to contact technical assistance, you will need to provide the following information. Please write
it down here before contacting the Engine OEM, the Packager, a Woodward Business Partner, or the
Woodward factory:
General
Your Name
Site Location
Phone Number
Fax Number
Serial Number
Control/Governor #2
Serial Number
Control/Governor #3
Serial Number
Symptoms
Description
If you have an electronic or programmable control, please have the adjustment setting positions or the menu
settings written down and with you at the time of the call.
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Revision History
Changes in Revision K—
Updated ATEX Directive
Updated DOC
Changes in Revision J—
Updated ATEX and EMC Directives
Updated Declarations
Changes in Revision H—
General Compliance updates
Updated Figures 2-1 & 2-2b
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Complete address / phone / fax / email information for all locations is available on our website.