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LP
Linear pneumatic piston actuators
Measurement made easy
Overview
LP linear piston actuators are typically used to control
the position of airflow regulating dampers, butterfly
valves, and other similar process regulating devices
on furnaces, boilers and air distribution systems.
They are most often used on windbox dampers in NOx
reduction control systems. When directly connected
to a lever on the damper shaft, these actuators
provide accurate positioning control at minimum.
For more information
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pneumatic piston actuators are available for free
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LP
Linear pneumatic piston actuators
DS/LP-EN
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High performance
actuators for
precision damper control

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
READ FIRST ...................................................................................................................2
1.0 SPECIFICATIONS / FEATURES ...............................................................................3
2.0 THRUST RATINGS ...................................................................................................4
3.0 NOMENCLATURE.....................................................................................................7
4.0 MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................10
5.0 OUTLINE DIMENSION DRAWINGS .......................................................................12
LP10 .........................................................................................................................12
LP20 .........................................................................................................................16
LP30 .........................................................................................................................20
LP32 .........................................................................................................................22
LP40 .........................................................................................................................24
LP50 .........................................................................................................................26
LP60 .........................................................................................................................28
6.0 PARTS.....................................................................................................................30
7.0 ACCESSORIES: CLEVIS, PINS & MOUNTS ..........................................................36

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READ FIRST
WARNING
INSTRUCTION MANUALS
Do not install, maintain, or operate this equipment without reading, understanding and following the
proper ABB Inc. instructions and manuals, otherwise injury or damage may result.
RETURN OF EQUIPMENT
All equipment being returned to ABB Inc. for repair must be free of any hazardous materials (acids,
alkalis, solvents, etc). A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all process liquids must accompany
returned equipment. Contact ABB Inc. for authorization prior to returning equipment.
Read these instructions before starting installation; save these instructions for future reference.
WARNING
Stay clear of moving components when performing procedures that require the equipment to be
energized. The equipment can operate automatically. There is a risk of entanglement of body parts
if caution is not observed. When possible, remove the supply source or remove the equipment
from the process before servicing.
Contacting ABB Inc.
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1.0 SPECIFICATIONS / FEATURES
Simple Cylinder Actuators From 21/2” dia. x 5” Stroke
to 10”dia. x 16” Stroke
Linear Piston Actuator Assemblies
The LP series of damper drives provide a linear
actuation solution that is ideally suited for
applications to control the position of air
dampers or louvers on furnaces, boilers, and air
distribution systems. They are also used on
Burner Tilts and Overfire air dampers. They are
suitable for Windbox damper control in NOx
reduction control systems.
The conventional assembly, which uses the AV
Positioner series, offers a high-temperature
option up to 250oF. In comparison our digital
TZIDC solution allows for operation up to 185oF.
LP sizes range from a 2.5” diameter cylinder
with a 5” stroke (2.5”x 5”) up to a 10”x 16”
diameter cylinder. The most common sizes,
2.5”x 5” and 4”x 4,” are readily available.
Operation with TZIDC Smart Positioners offers
digital communication, self-calibration,
diagnostics and performance monitoring
functions.
TZIDC Digital Features
•Microprocessor-based
The “AutoStroke” feature calibrates and tunes
the LP assembly automatically. •Local keypad, two line LCD and
position indicator
•Easy local configuration and operation
•Digital communication via HART,
FOUNDATION Fieldbus, and Profibus
FEATURES :
•Remote configuration and monitoring
Configurable operating parameters
High resolution, sensitivity, and fast response
with proven AV and TZIDC Positioners.
•Easy set-up of direct/reverse action, limit
stops, etc.
•Cylinders available with Buna-N or Viton
seals.
•Integrated position feedback
•Temperature range up to 250oF with
AV15, 185oF with TZIDC.
•Analog and/or digital feedback without
additional external devices to calibrate and
maintain
•Easy adaptability to air dampers and
louvers via clevis and pivot pin
mounting.
•Diagnostics and self-monitoring capabilities
•Drop in replacement for many “older”
piston actuators. •Easy trouble-shooting and preventive
maintenance
•Available with built-in 4 to 20ma.
position feedback. •Immunity to shock and vibration allows
installation in high vibration areas

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2.0 RATINGS
Thrust Ratings
The basic thrust rating of a pneumatic piston is
equal to the area of the piston times the supply
pressure. The minimum supply pressure for both
the TZIDC and the AV1 is 20 psi.
The maximum supply pressure for the
TZIDC is 90 psi and 125 psi for the AV
positioner.
The area of the piston is A = πD2/4. Subtract
approximately 10% for friction losses and
because the rod side of the piston has less area.
An example is shown for an 80 psi air supply:
To find the lever length that would result in 90o
rotation of the damper shaft, multiply the cylinder
stroke length by 0.707.
Please refer to the individual Product
Specifications for details on the AV and TZIDC
Positioner performance.
Operating Torque/Thrust Actuator Type
Characteristic LP10 LP20 LP30 LP32 LP40 LP50 LP60
Area-Retracting (Rod Side) 4.71 in.211.2 in.226.8 in.226.8 in.248.8 in.248.8 in.276.1 in.2
Area-Extending (other side) 4.91 in.211.94 in.228.3 in.228.3 in.250.3 in.250.3 in.278.5 in.2
Force out @ 80 psi1339 lbs. 806 lbs 1930 lbs. 1930 lbs. 3514 lbs. 3514 lbs. 5479 lbs.
Lever Length for 90º Rotation 3.54 in. 2.83 in. 5.66 in. 11.32 in. 5.66 in. 11.32 in. 11.32 in.
Operating Torque @ 80 psi271 ft. lbs. 134 ft. lbs. 643 ft. lbs. 1286 ft.
lbs. 1172 ft. lbs 2341 ft. lbs. 3651 ft. lbs.
Note 1: Use the rod side area x psi to calculate force. Subtract 10% for friction loss.
Note 2: Torque at mid-stroke is 1.4x torque at +/- 45º

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Suggested Maximum Operating Force vs Pressure
The following tables show the maximum operating force at minimum & maximum supply pressure for the
various LP cylinder sizes.
Note: The Torque calculation values are provided based on the stroke length of the LP and the required
lever arm dimension for 90 deg damper travel.
LP10 LP20
Cylinder diameter 2.5"x5" Cylinder diameter 4"x4"
Lever for 90 deg 3.53" Lever for 90 deg 2.83"
Supply
psi Force lbf Torque ft-lb
Supply
psi Force lbf Torque ft-lb
40 170 35 40 403 67
45 191 40 45 454 76
50 212 44 50 504 84
55 233 48 55 554 92
60 254 53 60 605 101
65 276 57 65 655 109
70 297 62 70 706 118
75 318 66 75 756 126
80 339 71 80 806 134
85 360 75 85 857 143
90 382 79 90 907 151
Table 1 Table 2
LP30
LP32
Cylinder diameter 6"x8" Cylinder diameter 6"x16"
Lever for 90 deg 5.66" Lever for 90 deg 11.31"
Supply
psi Force lbf Torque ft-lb Supply psi Force lbf Torque ft-lb
40 965 322 40 965 643
45 1,085 362 45 1,085 723
50 1,206 402 50 1,206 804
55 1,327 442 55 1,327 884
60 1,447 483 60 1,447 964
65 1,568 523 65 1,568 1,045
70 1,688 563 70 1,688 1,125
75 1,809 603 75 1,809 1,205
80 1,930 643 80 1,930 1,286
85 2,050 684 85 2,050 1,366
90 2,171 724 90 2,171 1,447
Table 3 Table 4

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LP40
LP50
Cylinder diameter 8"x8" Cylinder diameter 8"x16"
Lever for 90deg 5.66" Lever for 90deg 11.31"
Supply
psi Force lbf Torque ft-lb Supply psi Force lbf Torque ft-lb
40 1,757 586 40 1,757 1,171
45 1,976 659 45 1,976 1,317
50 2,196 732 50 2,196 1,463
55 2,416 806 55 2,416 1,610
60 2,635 879 60 2,635 1,756
65 2,855 952 65 2,855 1,902
70 3,074 1,025 70 3,074 2,049
75 3,294 1,098
75 3,294 2,195
80 3,514 1,172 80 3,514 2,341
85 3,733 1,245 85 3,733 2,488
90 3,953 1,318 90 3,953 2,634
Table 5 Table 6
LP60
Cylinder diameter 10"x16"
Lever for 90deg 11.31"
Supply
psi Force lbf Torque ft- lb
40 2,740 1,826
45 3,082 2,054
50 3,425 2,282
55 3,767 2,510
60 4,109 2,738
65 4,452 2,966
70 4,794 3,195
75 5,137 3,423
80 5,479 3,651
85 5,822 3,879
90 6,164 4,107
Table 7

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3.0 NOMENCLATURE
“Simple Cylinder” type Linear pneumatic piston actuators are supplied with either type AV conventional
or type TZID intelligent positioners mounted on the cylinder. Cylinders are supplied with a threaded clevis
on the rod end and a standard MP pivot on the base. Base mounting pivots may be ordered as an
accessory.
The cylinders can be supplied with either Buna-N nitrile rubber seals suitable for 200oF (93oC) operation
or Viton seals suitable for 300oF (148oC) operation. The Buna-N seals have a lower breakaway pressure,
offering smoother modulating control. High temperature Viton seals are inherently higher friction and tend
to stick and breakaway, causing somewhat jerky motion. The operating temperature for the AV15 & AV16
is 250oF (121oC). All other positioners have a 185oF (85oC) maximum ambient. Buna-N seals are
recommended unless temperatures > 200oF (93oC) dictate Viton.
The TZIDC-200 is for Explosion Proof application Class I Div 1 Gr. C-G. Refer to the AV or TZIDC
positioner specifications for positioner details and specifications.
The maximum supply pressure with type TZIDC positioners is 90 psi. The maximum supply pressure with
type AV positioners is 125 psi.
Please refer to the individual Instruction Books for the AV and the TZIDC
positioners for details on the two types of positioners (Refer to table of Reference
Documentation shown below).
Document Description
D-APE-AV1234_ Characterizable Positioner Type AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4 specification
10/18-0.22 EN Electro-Pneumatic Positioner TZIDC specification
10/18-0.32 EN Electro-Pneumatic Positioner TZIDC-200 specification
PN25039 Characterizable Positioner Type AV1 and AV2 instruction
PN25058 Characterizable Positioner Type AV3 and AV4 instruction
P-E88-25-001 Closed Loop Control Using Type AV Positioner
P-P88-001 Installing a Type AV Positioner in a Hazardous Location
42/18-84 EN TZIDC Positioner Operating Instructions
42/18-73 EN TZIDC-200 Positioner Operating Instructions
45/18-79 EN TZIDC/TZIDC-200 Configuration Instructions
Refer to table on next page for LP Nomenclature details.

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Linear Pneumatic Piston Actuator
LP
For quantity greater than 3 call
1 : Cylinder Size
2-1/2 in. Diameter, 5 in. Stroke (63.5 mm x 127 mm)
10
4 in. Diameter, 4 in. Stroke (101.6 mm x 101.6 mm)
20
6 in. Diameter, 8 in. Stroke (152.4 mm x 203.2 mm) 30
6 in. Diameter, 16 in. Stroke (152.4 mm x 406.4 mm)
32
8 in. Diameter, 8 in. Stroke (203.2 mm x 203.2 mm)
40
8 in. Diameter, 16 in. Stroke (203.2 mm x 406.4 mm)
50
10 in. Diameter, 16 in. Stroke (254 mm x 406.4 mm)
60
Non Standard Option
X
2 : Cylinder Seals
Buna-N Cylinder Seals -40 … 185 °F (-40 °C … 85 °C) B
Viton Cylinder Seals 30 ... 250 °F (-1°C ... 121 °C) V
Non Standard Option X
3 : Positioner Type (See Note A)
AV15, Input 3 … 15 psi (0.2 ... 1 bar) 250 °F (121 °C) 1
AV16, Input 3 ... 27psi (0.2 ... 1.86 bar), 250 °F (121 °C) 2
AV232_ _00, 4 ... 20 mA, 185 °F (85 °C) 3
AV11, 3 ... 15 psi (0.2 ... 1 bar), 185 °F (85 °C) 4
AV12, 3 ... 27 psi (0.2...1.9 bar), 185 °F (85 °C ) 5
TZIDC, HART 4 ... 20 mA, 185 °F (85 °C), Fail Safe A
TZIDC, HART 4 ... 20 mA, 185 °F (85 °C), Fail in Place B
TZIDC-200 (Explosion proof), HART, 4 ... 20 mA, 85 °C (185 °F), Fail Safe C
TZIDC-200 (Explosion proof), HART, 4 ... 20 mA, 185 °F (85 °C), Fail in Place D
TZIDC-110, Profibus PA, 185°F (85 °C), Fail Safe K
TZIDC-110, Profibus PA, 185°F (85 °C), Fail in Place L
TZIDC-210 (Explosion proof), Profibus PA, 185°F (85 °C), Fail Safe M
TZIDC-210 (Explosion proof), Profibus PA, 185°F (85 °C), Fail in Place N
TZIDC-120, Foundation Fieldbus, 185°F (85 °C), Fail Safe P
TZIDC-120, Foundation Fieldbus, 185°F (85 °C), Fail in Place R
TZIDC-220 (Explosion proof), F. Fieldbus, 185°F (85 °C), Fail Safe S
TZIDC-220 (Explosion proof), F. Fieldbus, 185°F (85 °C), Fail in Place T
Non Standard Option X
4 : Position Feedback and Direction Control (See Note B)
No Position Feedback, Piston Retracted at 4 mA/min Input signal 0
With 4 ... 20 mA Position Feedback, Piston Retracted at 4 mA/min Input signal (Note:
1) 1
No Position Feedback, Piston Extended at 4 mA/min Input signal 2
With 4-20 mA Position Feedback, Piston Extended at 4 mA/min Input signal (Note:
1) 3
Non Standard Option X
5 : Travel Switches
No Travel Switches 0
With 2 Digital Switches in TZIDC Only (with FM / CSA Approval) (Note:
2) 1
With 2 Micro Switches in TZIDC (no FM/CSA Approval) (See Note C) (Note:
3) 2
Non Standard Option X
6 : Equalizing Manifold/Gage Block
No Equalizing Manifold or Gage Block 0
Equalizing Manifold with Gage Ports only (See Note D) (Note:
4) 1
Gage Block including Gages (for TZIDC only) No Equalizing Manifold (Note:
3) 2
Gage Block with Gage ports only (for AV only) No Equalizing Manifold (See Note D) (Note:
5) 3
Non Standard Option X
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