Innovation in actuation.

Keystone EPI-2 Quarter Turn Electric Actuators

Control your low-torque quarter turn valves and dampers more effectively,
even in the largest plants.
A WORLD
OF EXPERIENCE
Keystone has been a leading supplier of valves and actuators for more than 50 years.
Now part of Emerson we are one of the few manufacturers with a global presence
offering our customers a comprehensive selection of standard as well as specially
designed valve and actuation products. The range includes electric and pneumatic
actuators, all available with a full complement of accessories suitable for a wide range
of applications.

Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities combine lean manufacturing principles

with continuous quality auditing and a zero harm work ethic, allowing us to maintain
the highest standards of product reliability and quality. Local sales offices and after
sales support teams situated in 32 countries worldwide ensure we are on hand to
meet the day-to-day flow control requirements of your plant or process.

Our network of smart and configuration centres, sales representatives, distributors

and agents offices provides local spares inventory, product support and training for
each market, with access to our global support services, design, engineering and
manufacturing expertise where required.

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COMPACT ELECTRIC ACTUATOR
AN INNOVATIVE DESIGN ECONOMICAL AND RELIABLE
The EPI-2 is a compact multi-voltage And it’s an economical actuator both
actuator which contains all the to install and to run. With a single cable
advanced features you need to provide size suitable for all actuator models,
effective control of low-torque quarter installation costs are kept low and the
turn valves and dampers in even the motor’s very low power consumption
largest and most complex plants. ensures that running costs are TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
minimized.
With its compact, lightweight design, POWER SUPPLY
it is the most innovative all-in-one A constantly-engaged manual override, Single phase from:
actuator available. with a hand wheel which doesn’t rotate 24 to 48 V at 50/60 Hz
during motor operation, is included as 100 to 240 V at 50/60 Hz
EFFICIENT AND FLEXIBLE
standard. Direct current:
The EPI-2 is simple to install, set up 24 to 48 V
Each single function and parameter
and commission. Its efficient, balanced 100 to 240 V
in the actuator control, setting and
construction ensures easy installation
diagnostics is available locally or Three phase:
onto small valves with minimal stress in
remotely. 208 to 240 V AC
the pipework and low operating loads
380 to 480 V AC
on valve shafts. It is powered by an ADVANCED COMMUNICATION 500 to 575 V AC
innovative motor, which is duty rated The EPI-2 can be upgraded easily to
at 100% for on/off applications and provide network system connectivity TORQUE OUTPUT
automatically adapts to a wide range of for DeviceNet and ProfibusDP protocols 35 to 2000 Nm
voltages in DC or AC. 309 to 17,700 lb.in.

Its electronic-mechanical design OPERATION TIMES

incorporates innovative features that From 15 to 180s
provide maximum flexibility for voltage
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
supply, operating speeds and torque
Standard range:
options.
-25°C to +70°C -13°F to 158°F
Extended temperature ranges
available
DUTIES
On / Off, inching or modulating

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POSITION INDICATOR

MOTORS INTERNAL SENSORS

DOUBLE SEALED ENCLOSURE LOCAL OPERATOR INTERFACE

MANUAL OVERRIDE

TERMINAL BLOCK
CABLE ENTRIES

DESIGNED
FOR PRACTICALITY
The EPI-2 compact electric actuator has FLEXIBLE VALVE CONNECTION
all the features of much larger, heavier The base plate is interchangeable to INDUSTRIES
actuators incorporated into its neat enable simple connection to all types
OFFSHORE PLATFORMS
design. In addition, a variety of simple- of valves. The shaft drive is via an insert
to-install optional modules enables bush to provide dimensions to EN OIL & GAS- PIPELINES AND STORAGE
enhancements to suit specific duties. ISO 5211, those of all main standard
OIL REFINERIES
drive shafts and all the different flange
A SIX MODEL RANGE standards. LNG
The standard actuator is suitable for on/
off, inching or modulating service (with PRECISE TORQUE CONTROL PETROCHEMICALS
the optional OM1 card) and there are Torque is set via user-friendly rotary CHEMICALS
six models in the range, for operating switches located inside the control
PHARMACEUTICALS
torques up to 2,000 Nm /17,700 lb.in. enclosure. Torque control is active
Each has inherent options for various in both directions with independent POWER GENERATION
voltages, motor supply and speeds setting 50%, 75% and 100% of nominal
MINING
and configurable operating times that value.
vary from 15 to 180 seconds. The WATER PIPELINES
SIMPLE WIRING
EPI-2’s nominal output torque value is WATER TREATMENT
To enable field wiring without
constant along the entire stroke.
removing the actuator’s control cover,
EASY CONFIGURATION the terminal board is in a separate
Each actuator is equipped with 2 rotary compartment with 4 threaded cable
switches on the logic board to configure entries to accept incoming wiring for
each function, including position, power and controls.
torque, open/close speed and output
contacts. Each option has additional
switches for its specific configuration.

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ENGINEERED
FOR PERFORMANCE
CLEAR LOCAL INDICATION OVER-TEMPERATURE PROTECTION
Position indication is via a ‘window- An over-temperature device to regulate
type’ local indicator on the top of the the temperature inside the control
cover, as standard. A ‘Beacon’-type enclosure is included in the control
indicator is offered as an option. group.

RELIABLE CONDENSATION ACCURATE TRAVEL CONTROL

PROTECTION Mechanical stops at the base of the
To prevent condensation, a 10 W heater enclosure provide +/- 10° over/under
is situated within the unit and powered travel in each direction for a 70°
from the motor power supply. It is minimum and 110° maximum angular
activated automatically by an internal stroke.
thermostat when the control enclosure
SMOOTH AND RELIABLE
temperature drops below 10°C.
All metal, self-locking epicyclical
UNIQUELY ADAPTABLE MOTOR internal gearing ensures a smooth and
The electric motor is designed to accept reliable operation.
single phase input voltages from 24 V
OUTPUT CONTACTS
to 48 V and 100 V to 240 V DC or AC at
4 latched contacts for open and close
50 and 60 Hz and provides flexibility for
status, 1 output contact for monitor
a broad range of applications. It enables
(loss of power, torque alarm, high
the EPI‑2 simply to be connected to
temperature alarm, travel alarm,
the local power supply and will adapt
position sensor, hardware malfunction,
automatically to the appropriate power
local Interface malfunction, local
rating. An over temperature device to
selector in LOCAL), 1 output contact
protect the motor and electronics is
for blinker/local selector indication.
included.
(Local selector feature only with OM3
Three phase motors with power supply installed)
from 208 to 575 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz are
available as an option.

ROBUST AND LIGHTWEIGHT

The EPI-2 has a lightweight anodized
die-cast aluminium body with sintered
alloy steel epicyclical gearing lubricated
with grease. Output drives are in cast
iron.

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A BROAD RANGE
OF ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
EPI-2 actuators offer a broad range OM3 - Local interface
of optional additional modules that With local/remote selector, OP/CL
are simple to apply and enhance the pushbuttons and 2 LEDs for local
standard models for specific services. indication. Available in weatherproof
version only.
OM1 - I/O additional module:
• Analog position input 4-20 mA or OM13: 3-wire module:
0-10 V DC 110/240 V AC, 3-wire control module
• Analog position output 4-20 mA or for open/close.
0-10 V DC BUS COMMUNICATION -
• Information about loss of input signal NETWORK INTERFACES
failure is available on MONITOR relay Connection to a bus system is very easy:
output contact. simply plug the interface card into the
• Local selector position alarm (with actuator enclosure
OM3 installed) The following open bus protocols are
• 4 additional SPST output contacts available:
to be set independently at 10 points OM9 : Profibus DPV0/V1
along the stroke. Contacts are OM11 : DeviceNet
configurable (make or break)

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ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT

CONTROL LEVEL

OPERATIONS LINKING DEVICE MAINTENANCE

FIELD LEVEL

MEASUREMENT SMART 1/0 ANALYTICAL EPI-2 WIRELESS

PRESSURE AND FIELD INSTRUMENTS ACTUATOR CONFIGURATION AND
TEMPERATURE FLOW, COTROLLERS PROCESS MAINTENANCE TOOLS
LEVEL ENVIRONMENTAL

OTHER DEVICES
PUMPS
DRIVES
MOTORS

CONTROL VALVES MASS FLOW PD METERS

EXCEPTIONAL
INTEGRATION CAPABILITY
For applications outside those covered by the standard range, the company has the
facilities, unrivalled experience and engineering expertise that enable it to create
custom-made solutions to meet specific needs. Working closely with customers
and end-users, tailor made solutions can be engineered to cover the most stringent
applications and operating conditions.

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