Spirax Sarco PF5 Series User manual

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1. Safety information
2. General product information
3. Installation
4. Commissioning
5. Maintenance
6. Spare parts
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Type PF5 and PF6
Piston Actuated Valves
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
IM-P373- 05
CTLS Issue 14

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Safe operation of these products can only be guaranteed if they are properly installed,
commissioned, used and maintained by qualified personnel (see Section 1.11) in compliance
with the operating instructions. General installation and safety instructions for pipeline and
plant construction, as well as the proper use of tools and safety equipment must also be
complied with.
1.1 Intended use
Referring to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, name-plate and Technical Information
Sheet, check that the product is suitable for the intended use/application. The products listed below
comply with the requirements of the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) and carry the mark
when so required. The products fall within the following Pressure Equipment Directive categories:
Product Group 1
Gases
Group 2
Gases
Group 1
Liquids
Group 2
Liquids
PF51G
DN15 - DN25 (PN25) SEP SEP SEP SEP
DN32 - DN40 (PN25) -SEP SEP SEP
DN50 (PN16) -SEP SEP SEP
PF6 _ G
DN15 - DN25 (PN40) SEP SEP SEP SEP
DN32 - DN40 (PN25) 1SEP SEP SEP
DN50 (PN16) 1SEP SEP SEP
i) The products have been specifically designed for use on steam, water, compressed air, inert
industrial gases and certain oils which are in Group 2 of the above mentioned Pressure Equipment
Directive. The PF5G and PF6G (DN15 - DN25 only) can also be used on propane or methane
gases which are in Group 1 of the above Pressure Equipment Directive. The products’ use on
other fluids may be possible but, if this is contemplated, Spirax Sarco should be contacted to
confirm the suitability of the product for the application being considered.
ii) Check material suitability, pressure and temperature and their maximum and minimum values.
If the maximum operating limits of the product are lower than those of the system in which it
is being fitted, or if malfunction of the product could result in a dangerous overpressure or
overtemperature occurrence, ensure a safety device is included in the system to prevent such
over-limit situations.
iii) Determine the correct installation situation and direction of fluid flow.
iv) Spirax Sarco products are not intended to withstand external stresses that may be induced
by any system to which they are fitted. It is the responsibility of the installer to consider these
stresses and take adequate precautions to minimise them.
v) Remove protection covers from all connections and protective film from all name-plates, where
appropriate, before installation on steam or other high temperature applications.
1. Safety information

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1.2 Access
Ensure safe access and if necessary a safe working platform (suitably guarded) before attempting
to work on the product. Arrange suitable lifting gear if required.
1.3 Lighting
Ensure adequate lighting, particularly where detailed or intricate work is required.
1.4 Hazardous liquids or gases in the pipeline
Consider what is in the pipeline or what may have been in the pipeline at some previous time.
Consider: flammable materials, substances hazardous to health, extremes of temperature.
1.5 Hazardous environment around the product
Consider: explosion risk areas, lack of oxygen (e.g. tanks, pits), dangerous gases, extremes of
temperature, hot surfaces, fire hazard (e.g. during welding), excessive noise, moving machinery.
1.6 The system
Consider the effect on the complete system of the work proposed. Will any proposed action (e.g.
closing isolation valves, electrical isolation) put any other part of the system or any personnel at
risk?
Dangers might include isolation of vents or protective devices or the rendering ineffective of
controls or alarms. Ensure isolation valves are turned on and off in a gradual way to avoid system
shocks.
1.7 Pressure systems
Ensure that any pressure is isolated and safely vented to atmospheric pressure. Consider double
isolation (double block and bleed) and the locking or labelling of closed valves. Do not assume
that the system has depressurised even when the pressure gauge indicates zero.
1.8 Temperature
Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid danger of burns.
1.9 Tools and consumables
Before starting work ensure that you have suitable tools and/or consumables available. Use only
genuine Spirax Sarco replacement parts.
1.10 Protective clothing
Consider whether you and/or others in the vicinity require any protective clothing to protect against
the hazards of, for example, chemicals, high/low temperature, radiation, noise, falling objects, and
dangers to eyes and face.

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1.11 Permits to work
All work must be carried out or be supervised by a suitably competent person.
Installation and operating personnel should be trained in the correct use of the product according
to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions.
Where a formal 'permit to work' system is in force it must be complied with. Where there is no such
system, it is recommended that a responsible person should know what work is going on and,
where necessary, arrange to have an assistant whose primary responsibility is safety.
Post 'warning notices' if necessary.
1.12 Handling
Manual handling of large and/or heavy products may present a risk of injury. Lifting, pushing,
pulling, carrying or supporting a load by bodily force can cause injury particularly to the back.
You are advised to assess the risks taking into account the task, the individual, the load and the
working environment and use the appropriate handling method depending on the circumstances
of the work being done.
1.13 PTFE - Handling precautions
Within its working temperature range PTFE is a completely inert material, but when heated to its
sintering temperature it gives rise to a gaseous decomposition product or fumes which can produce
unpleasant effects if inhaled. The inhalation of these fumes is easily prevented by applying local
exhaust ventilation to atmosphere as near to their source as possible.
Smoking should be prohibited in workshops where PTFE is handled because tobacco contaminated
with PTFE will during burning give rise to polymer fumes. It is therefore important to avoid
contamination of clothing, especially the pockets, with PTFE and to maintain a reasonable standard
of personal cleanliness by washing hands and removing any PTFE particles lodged under the
fingernails.
1.14 Residual hazards
In normal use the external surface of the product may be very hot. If used at the maximum permitted
operating conditions the surface temperature of some products
may reach temperatures of 180 °C (356 °F).
Many products are not self-draining. Take due care when dismantling or removing the product from
an installation (refer to 'Maintenance instructions').
1.15 Freezing
Provision must be made to protect products which are not self-draining against frost damage in
environments where they may be exposed to temperatures below freezing point.

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1.16 Disposal
Unless otherwise stated in the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, this product is recyclable
and no ecological hazard is anticipated with its disposal providing due care is taken. However, if
the valve is fitted with a FKM or PTFE seat, special care must be taken to avoid potential health
hazards associated with decomposition/burning of these seats.
FKM:
-Can be landfilled, when in compliance with National and Local regulations.
-Can be incinerated, but a scrubber must be used to remove Hydrogen Fluoride, which is evolved
from the product and with compliance to National and Local regulations.
-Is insoluable in aquatic media.
PTFE:
-Can only be disposed of by approved methods, not incineration.
-Keep PTFE waste in a separate container, do not mix it with other rubbish, and consign it to
a landfill site.
1.17 Returning products
Customers and stockists are reminded that under EC Health, Safety and Environment Law, when
returning products to Spirax Sarco they must provide information on any hazards and the precautions
to be taken due to contamination residues or mechanical damage which may present a health,
safety or environmental risk. This information must be provided in writing including Health and
Safety data sheets relating to any substances identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous.

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2.1 Description
PF51G
A 2-port pneumatically actuated on/off valve for use on water, air, oil, and gases and can also be used on
lower specification steam applications. Note: These valves are not suitable for vacuum conditions.
PF6_G
A 2-port pneumatically actuated on/off valve for use on steam, water, air, oil and gases.
PF51G and PF6_G operation
A pneumatic signal acts on the actuator piston (depending upon seat position top or bottom) to open or close
the valve. The valve plugs have a PTFE soft seal to provide tight shut-off. A position indicator is included on
standard and flow regulator models.
Body
Bonnet
Fig. 1 2-port pneumatically actuated on/off valve
Air signal connection
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2.2 Technical details
Leakage PTFE soft seal ASME Class VI
Flow characteristic Fast opening On/off
Flow direction
NC - Normally closed Flow over seat Port 1 to 2
NO - Normally open Flow under seat Port 2 to 1
BD - Bi-directional
Flow over seat Port 1 to 2
Flow under seat Port 2 to 1
Pilot media Instrument air or inert gases -
For use with other flow media contact Spirax Sarco 60 °C (140 °F) maximum
Actuator rotation 360°
Actuator type
and size
Pilot
connection
Maximum pilot pressure
NC & BD NO
Type 1 = 45 mm (1¾") diameter 1/8" BSP 10 bar g
(145 psi g)
10 bar g
(145 psi g)
Type 2 = 63 mm (2½") diameter ¼" BSP 10 bar g
(145 psi g)
8 bar g
(116 psi g)
Type 3 = 90 mm (3½") diameter ¼"BSP 8 bar g
(116 psi g)
5 bar g
(73 psi g)
2.3 Kvs values
Size DN15
½"
DN20
¾"
DN25
1"
DN32
1¼"
DN40
1½"
DN50
2"
Kvs
PG51G 4.5 8.0 15.6 24.6 42.0 57.0
PF6_G 4.5 8.0 15.6 24.6 42.0 57.0
For conversion:
Cv(UK) = Kvx 0.963
Cv(US) = Kvx 1.156

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2.4 Sizes, pipe connections and actuator combinations
Valve type and pipe connections Actuator type
and version
DN15
½"
DN20
¾"
DN25
1"
DN32
1¼"
DN40
1½"
DN50
2"
PF51G
PF60G
PF61G
PF62G
PF64G
Screwed BSP or NPT
Threaded spigots to ISO 228 /1 (DN50 to ISO 338)
Screwed BSP or NPT
Butt weld to DIN 11850 pipe,ASME B 36.10/ISO 65 pipe or ISO 4200 pipe
Socket weld to ASME B 36.10/ISO 65 pipe
1PTFE • • PF51G only
2
PTFE • • • • • •
H• • •
3
PTFE • • • •
HAvailable on request • • •
PF63G Flanged to EN 1092 or ASME Class 150 (welded on flanges)
2
PTFE • • • • • •
H• • •
3
PTFE • • • •
HAvailable on request • • •
2.5 Available range
Valve action Screwed
(BSP or NPT) Butt weld Flanged (EN or ASME)
NC
Normally Closed
(flow over seat)
PF51G-1NC
PF61G-1NC PF62G-1NC
PF51G-2NC
PF61G-2NC PF62G-2NC PF63G-2NC
PF51G-3NC
PF61G-3NC PF62G-3NC PF63G-3NC
NO
Normally Open
(flow under seat)
PF51G-1NO
PF61G-1NO PF62G-1NO
PF51G-2NO
PF61G-2NO PF62G-2NO PF63G-2NO
PF51G-3NO
PF61G-3NO PF62G-3NO PF63G-3NO
BD
Bi-Directional normally closed (flow
over or under seat)
PF51G-1BD
PF61G-1BD PF62G-1BD
PF51G-2BD
PF61G-2BD PF62G-2BD PF63G-2BD
PF51G-3BD
PF61G-3BD PF62G-3BD PF63G-3BD

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2.4 Sizes, pipe connections and actuator combinations
Valve type and pipe connections Actuator type
and version
DN15
½"
DN20
¾"
DN25
1"
DN32
1¼"
DN40
1½"
DN50
2"
PF51G
PF60G
PF61G
PF62G
PF64G
Screwed BSP or NPT
Threaded spigots to ISO 228 /1 (DN50 to ISO 338)
Screwed BSP or NPT
Butt weld to DIN 11850 pipe,ASME B 36.10/ISO 65 pipe or ISO 4200 pipe
Socket weld to ASME B 36.10/ISO 65 pipe
1PTFE • • PF51G only
2
PTFE • • • • • •
H• • •
3
PTFE • • • •
HAvailable on request • • •
PF63G Flanged to EN 1092 or ASME Class 150 (welded on flanges)
2
PTFE • • • • • •
H• • •
3
PTFE • • • •
HAvailable on request • • •
Valve action Socket weld Threaded spigots
NC
Normally Closed
(flow over seat)
PF64G-1NC PF60G-1NC
PF64G-2NC PF60G-2NC
PF64G-3NC PF60G-3NC
NO
Normally Open
(flow under seat)
PF64G-1NO PF60G-1NO
PF64G-2NO PF60G-2NO
PF64G-3NO PF60G-3NO
BD
Bi-Directional normally closed
(flow over or under seat)
PF64G-1BD PF60G-1BD
PF64G-2BD PF60G-2BD
PF64G-3BD PF60G-3BD
Optional extras:
Travel switch (I) =PF61G-2BD-I
Flow regulator (R) =PF61G-2BD-R
Position module mechanical switch (A) = PF60G-1NC-A
Position module inductive switch (B) =PF60G-1NC-B

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Temperature °C
Pressure bar g
Steam
saturation
curve
Pressure psi g
Temperature °F
2.6 Pressure/temperature limits
The product must not be used in this region or beyond the body design conditions quoted in the
table below as damage to the internals will occur.
High temperature stem seals (Option H) are required for use in this region.
Body design conditions
PF51 Screwed - Bronze DN15 - DN25 (½" - 1") PN25
Screwed, butt weld, socket
weld, threaded spigots,
flanged EN 1092
DN15 - DN25 (½" - 1") PN40
DN32 and DN40 (1¼" - 1½") PN25
DN50 (2") PN16
Flanged ASME DN15 - DN50 (½" - 2") Class 150
Maximum design pressure Refer to the graph above
Maximum design temperature 200 °C (392 °F)
Minimum design temperature -10 °C (14 °F)
Maximum operating
pressure for saturated
steam service
Standard seals 9 bar g @ 180 °C (131 psi g @ 356 °F)
High temperature seals -
Option H14.5 bar g @ 200 °C (210 psi g @ 392 °F)
Maximum operating
temperature
Standard seals 180 °C @ 9 bar g (356 °F @ 131 psi g)
High temperature seals -
Option H200 °C @ 14.5 bar g (392 °F @ 210 psi g)
Minimum operating temperature -10 °C (14 °F)
Note: For lower operating temperatures consult Spirax Sarco.
Ambient temperature limits -10 °C to +60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)
Designed for a maximum cold hydraulic test pressure of: 1.5 x body design conditions
Note: Valves which are being subjected to hydraulic testing must be in the fully open position.
A - APN10
B - B PN16 and
ASME 150
C - C PN25
D - D PN40