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Technical Datasheet

Boiler Water Level Controls

Modulation Level Controls
Key Features

• Easily adjusted for individual operating requirements

• Instant reversion to hand control in an emergency
• Glandless construction
• Fail safe design
• Unaffected by foam

Series Overview Product applications

Mobrey originally entered the industrial boiler control market in 1923
with a range of steam operated equipment. Since that time, the range has
expanded to cover most aspects of control associated with the boiler
house.

The Mobrey Modulating Controller is a single element electro-hydraulic

control with an electronic feedback, used for controlling the flow of feed
water into the boiler. Designed to be used alongside the Delta Mobrey
Vertical Air Break Controls (VABC). It is a system of parts, comprising of:

i) A float operated control unit, either chamber mounted or directly

mounted on the boiler shell, fitted with an Inductance Coil ‘A’ head
assembly which can be made suitable for either Industrial or Marine
applications.

ii) A flanged modulating feed water control valve, fitted with an

Inductance Coil ‘B’ and twin solenoid valve assembly, which is mounted in
the boiler feed water line.

iii) An electronic control box.

Boiler Water Level Controls
Modulation Level Controls

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How to order

The instrument can be selected from the table below, which details the specification of each model. For
assistance in selecting the model that best suits your needs, please contact your local sales office.

Modulation level control models

Models are available for up to 32kg/cm2 steam working. Details on request.

Modulation control box models

Important notice
Electronic control box must not be subjected
to either vibration or excessive temperature. It
is therefore recommended that they are NOT
mounted directly on to the boiler shell.

Modulation control valve models

Note
The internal trim on the modulating valve can
be changed without the need to replace the
valve should operating conditions change.

* denotes the size of the valve lid & seat (A-I). Valves can be supplied without the lid and seat fitted.
Boiler Water Level Controls
Vertical Air Break Controls

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Operation
A positive change of water level in the boiler alters the inductance value of Coil “A” causing an imbalance in
the system. This signal is transmitted through the electronic control box to the appropriate solenoid valve on
the modulating valve thus producing a change of hydraulic pressure on the piston assembly, the movement
of which modulates the flow of water to the boiler.
Simultaneously this same vertical travel creates a change in the inductance value of Coil “B” until the bal-
ance is restored, thus closing the solenoid valve and hydraulically locking the modulating valve spindle.
This sequence is repeated in very small steps until the feed water input equals the required evaporation rate
of the boiler.
To prevent the modulating valve responding to random water movement against the general direction of
level change, a 13 mm reversal or (dead) band is incorporated in the electronic circuitry.
Low water alarm and burner cut out contacts are also provided within the control box to operate when the
water level falls to a predetermined position.

Installation notes
For the further safety of boilers, it is recommended that the Mobrey Control Unit is mounted on a Mobrey
Sequencing Valve.
The water connection from the boiler to the float chamber should be as short as possible and the control
head float chamber should be mounted close to the gauge glasses.
The chamber band mark indicates the lowest adjustment position of the low level alarm and it is our recom-
mendation that the positioning of the boiler control chambers relative to the water level gauge glasses and
the N.W.L. is such that there is always water visible in the gauge glass even at the lowest operating band
level. If required our technical staff will advise on individual installations.

Application notes

Throttle control
Modulating Valve in feed line
Suitable for automatic cold start conditions
Used for all pumps capable of operating against a closed discharge.
With a rising water level in the boiler, the modulating valve closes progressively to reduce the rate of feed
into the boiler. The size of valve lid is determined by the actual capacity of the boiler plus an allowance. See
below for the sizing of the valve lids.

Power failure and high water shutdown – with a third solenoid valve
Where one pump is feeding more than one boiler it is imperative that a boiler cannot be overfilled. Therefore
a third solenoid valve can be installed on the modulating valve which is operated by either a loss of power
on the boiler control circuit or the high water alarm. In either case the valve will be closed and prevent fur-
ther water entering the boiler. The third solenoid valve can be retrofitted to existing valves.

Common feed pump arrangement

Multi-boiler installations operating on a common feed system require special sizing consideration and full
details should be provided so that a suitable valve can be recommended.
Typical installation of the modulation valve
Boiler Water Level Controls
Vertical Air Break Controls

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Sizing of valve lids

A range of valve lids and associated seats are available, and provide linear flow characteristics. A table of
Cv values for water (S.G.=1) is given below for valve lids in the fully open position.

Sizing of the valve lids Modulation control valve sizing chart

The formula for determining the Cv value and correct size of valve lid are given below. The pressure drop across the
valve should be 1.4 kg/cm² or greater – normally, the higher the pressure drop the better the degree of control. The lid
size is that with the nearest Cv value above the calculated value.

Where:
Q = Actual Evaporation of Boiler plus 15 per cent margin kg/hr.
P = Pump discharge pressure in kg/ cm² when passing Q quantity of water minus (boiler max working pressure + 0.4
kg/cm²).
In the following example, an allowance of 0.4 kg/cm² has been made for all feed line losses. In practice, the allowance
should be that of the installation under consideration and may well be in excess of 0.4 kg/cm², particularly where the
feed pump is remote from the boiler and/or where an anti-siphon valve adjacent to the boiler feed check valve has been
fitted.

Example
Boiler Water Level Controls

Boiler evaporation (actual) = 4000 kg/hr.

Vertical Air Break Controls

Boiler working pressure = 6.6 kg/cm²

Pump discharge pressure at Q quantity = 6.6 kg/cm²

Lid required: Type C

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Technical Specifications

Dimensional and operating data

Standard control heads and chambers

Boiler Water Level Controls

Vertical Air Break Controls

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Chamber mounted models

Float chambers are manufactured in these approved materials:

Cast iron equal to BS1452 Grade 17

– for up to 13 kg/cm2 rating.

Fabricated steel BS3602 - HFS 27

– for both 21 kg/cm2 and 32 kg/cm2 ratings.
For chamber dimensions and process connections arrangement
refer to the dimensional and operating information above.
Control heads contain an inductive coil in a housing comprising
die-cast base with a zinc coated mild steel casing.
Two 25mm BS.4568 cable entries are provided.
The centre tube is made of non-magnetic stainless steel and
expanded into the top cover flange. It is fitted with a stop cap
which also acts as a guide for the float rod carrying the actuator.
Floats are manufactured in Monel metal.
Float rods are manufactured in stainless steel.

The Chamber band mark indicates the lowest adjustment posi-

tion of the low level alarm. We recommend that the positioning
of the boiler control chamber is relative to the water level gauge
glass and that, even at the lowest operating band level, the
N.W.L. is such that there is always water visible in a gauge
glass.

Direct mounted models

Direct Mounted Modulation Level Controls have the same princi-
ples of operation and piece parts as the chamber-mounted
equivalents, except that the chamber is exchanged for (1) a
large round flange and (2) the tube assembly for mounting the
control directly on to the boiler shell connection.
A fixed or removable stilling or guide tube should be provided to
ensure that the float rod is not damaged and the correct vertical
movement is achieved.
Boiler Water Level Controls
Vertical Air Break Controls

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Approvals

EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES

Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU:

The level controls, cast chambers and modulation valves are categorised as Sound Engineering Practice
(SEP) under Article 4.3.
The fabricated chambers are category 1 under Article 4.1(c)(i) for Group 2 fluids and CE marked under
Module H

Water Level Controls

Boiler

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Control box Modulation valve

Electrical characteristics Valve body material: Cast steel

Input circuit protected by 1 amp HRC fuse. Flanged EN1092 DN40 PN40 or 1½" BS10
Alarm and control relays protected by 2 amp table H
HRC fuses. Relay contacts voltage free rat- Minimum feed line pressure: 5.3 kg/cm 2
ing:-
Maximum feed line pressure: 40 kg/cm 2
Maximum voltage: 250 Vac
Maximum feed line temperature: 120OC*
Maximum current: 2 amp
*180OC is available as high temperature option
Facility available to special order for separate on request.
supply to solenoid valves with 2 Amp HRC
Boiler Water Level Controls
Vertical Air Break Controls

In the interest of development and improvement Delta Mobrey Ltd, reserves the right to amend, without notice, details
contained in this publication. No legal liability will be accepted by Delta Mobrey Ltd for any errors, omissions or amendments.

Delta Mobrey Limited

Riverside Business Park, Dogflud Way, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7SS, UK.
T+44 (0)1252 729140 F+44 (0)1252 729168 E [email protected] W www.delta-mobrey.com

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