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VA9208-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Actuators Catalog Page

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LIT-1900648
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03/07/2023
Table 1. VA9208-GGx-xx Series on/off and floating point electric spring return actuators
Specification Description
Power requirements -GGx models

24 VAC (19.2 VAC to 28.8 VAC) at 50/60 Hz: Class 2 (North America) or Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) (Europe), 7.9 VA Running, 5.5 VA holding position 24 VDC (21.6 VDC to 28.8 VDC): Class 2 (North America) or SELV (Europe) 3.5 W running, 1.9 W holding position

Minimum transformer size: 8 VA for each actuator

Input signal/adjustments -GGx models Factory-set at 0 VDC to 10 VDC, CW rotation with signal increase selectable 0(2) VDC to 10 VDC or 0(4) mA to 20 mA with field-furnished 500 ohm, 0.25 W minimum resistor. Switch-selectable direct action or reverse action with signal increase
Control input impedance -GGx models

Voltage input: 100,000 ohms

Current input: 500 ohms with field furnished 500 ohm resistor

Feedback signal -GGx models

0(2) VDC to 10 VDC for a rotation range of up to 95°

Corresponds to rotation limits, 0.5 mA at 10 V maximum

Auxiliary switch rating -xxC models

Two single-pole, double-throw (SPDT), double-insulated switches with gold over silver contacts:

24 VAC, 50 VA pilot duty

120 VAC, 5.8 A resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA pilot duty

240 VAC, 5.0 A resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA pilot duty

Spring return

Direction is selectable with mounting position of actuator:

Actuator face labeled A is away from valve: CCW spring return

Actuator face labeled B is away from valve: CW spring return

Rated torque Power on (running) 70 lb·in (8 N·m) all operating temperatures
Power off (spring returning) 70 lb·in (8 N·m) all operating temperatures
Rotation range

Maximum full stroke: 95°

Adjustable stop: 35° to 95° maximum position

Rotation time for 90 degrees of travel Power on (running)

150 s constant for 0 lb·in to 70 lb·in (0 N·m to 8 N·m) load, at all operating conditions

90 s for 0 lb·in to 70 lb·in (0 N·m to 8 N·m) in calibration mode or override mode

Power off (spring returning)

17 s to 25 s for 0 lb·in to 70 lb·in (0 N·m to 8 N·m) load, at room temperature

22 s nominal at full rated load

94 s maximum with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at -40°F (-40°C)

Life cycles

60,000 full stroke cycles with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load

1,500,000 repositions with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load

Audible noise rating Power on (running) < 35 dBA at 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Power on (holding) < 20 dBA at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Power off (spring returning) < 52 dBA at 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Electrical connections -GGx-3 models 48 in. (1.2 m) UL 758 Type AWM halogen-free cable with 18 AWG (0.85 mm2) conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
-GGx-2 models 120 in. (3.05 m) UL 444 Type CMP plenum-rated cable with 19 AWG (0.75 mm2) conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
Auxiliary switches (-xxC models) 48 in. (1.2 m) UL 758 Type AWM halogen-free cable with 18 AWG (0.85 mm2) conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
Conduit connections Integral connectors for 3/8 in. (10 mm) flexible metal conduit
Fluid temperature limits VG12x1 and VG18x1 Series 23°F to 203°F (-5°C to 95°C), not rated for steam service
VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series -22°F to 212°F (-30°C to 100°C), not rated for steam service
VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series with M9000-561 Thermal Barrier installed -22°F to 284°F (-30°C to 140°C) water, 15 psig (103 kPa) at 250°F (121°C) saturated steam
Ambient conditions Standard operating -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C), 90% RH maximum, non-condensing
Storage -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C), 95% RH maximum, non-condensing
Enclosure rating NEMA 2 (IP54) for all mounting directions
Compliance United States UL Listed, CCN XAPX, File E27734; to UL 60730-1A: 2003-08, Ed. 3.1, Automatic Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use; and UL 60730-2-14: 2002-02, Ed. 1, Part 2 Particular Requirements for Electric Actuators
  Canada UL Listed, CCN XAPX7, File E27734; to UL 60730-1:02-CAN/CSA: July 2002, 3rd Ed., Automatic Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use; and CSA C22.2 No. 24-93 Temperature Indicating and Regulating Equipment

Europe Johnson Controls declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive, and equivalent UK regulations.
Australia and New Zealand RCM Mark, Australia/NZ Emissions Compliant
Shipping weight -GGA models 3.5 lb (1.6 kg)
-GGC models 3.9 lb (1.8 kg)
Table 2. VA9208-AGx-x Series on/off and floating point electric spring return actuators
Specification Description
Power requirements -AGx models

24 VAC (19.2 VAC to 28.8 VAC) at 50/60 Hz: Class 2 (North America) or Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) (Europe), 7.9 VA Running, 5.5 VA holding position 24 VDC (21.6 VDC to 28.8 VDC): Class 2 (North America) or SELV (Europe) 3.5 W running, 1.9 W holding position

Minimum transformer size: 8 VA for each actuator

Input signal/adjustments -AGx models 19.2 VAC to 28.8 VAC at 50/60 Hz or 24 VDC +20%/-10% Class 2 (North America) or SELV (Europe) minimum pulse width: 500 ms
Control input impedance -AGx models 3,000 ohm control inputs
Auxiliary switch rating -xxC models

Two single-pole, double-throw (SPDT), double-insulated switches with gold over silver contacts:

24 VAC, 50 VA pilot duty

120 VAC, 5.8 A resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA pilot duty

240 VAC, 5.0 A resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA pilot duty

Spring return

Direction is selectable with mounting position of actuator:

Actuator face labeled A is away from valve: CCW spring return

Actuator face labeled B is away from valve: CW spring return

Rated torque Power on (running) 70 lb·in (8 N·m) all operating temperatures
Power off (spring returning) 70 lb·in (8 N·m) all operating temperatures
Rotation range Maximum full stroke: 95°
Rotation time for 90 degrees of travel Power on (running) 150 s for 0 lb·in to 70 lb·in (0 N·m to 8 N·m) load, at all operating conditions
Power off (spring returning)

17 s to 25 s for 0 lb·in to 70 lb·in (0 N·m to 8 N·m) load, at room temperature

22 s nominal at full rated load

94 s maximum with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at -40°F (-40°C)

Life cycles

60,000 full stroke cycles with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load

1,500,000 repositions with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load

Audible noise rating Power on (running) < 35 dBA at 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Power on (holding) < 20 dBA at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Power off (spring returning) < 52 dBA at 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Electrical connections -AGx-3 models 48 in. (1.2 m) UL 758 Type AWM halogen-free cable with 18 AWG (0.85 mm2) conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
-AGx-2 models 120 in. (3.05 m) UL 444 Type CMP plenum-rated cable with 19 AWG (0.75 mm2) conductors and1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
Auxiliary awitches (-xxC models) 48 in. (1.2 m) UL 758 Type AWM halogen-free cable with 18 AWG (0.85 mm2) conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
Conduit connections Integral connectors for 3/8 in. (10 mm) flexible metal conduit
Fluid temperature limits VG12x1 and VG18x1 Series 23°F to 203°F (-5°C to 95°C), not rated for steam service
VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series -22°F to 212°F (-30°C to 100°C), not rated for steam service
VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series with M9000-561 Thermal Barrier installed -22°F to 284°F (-30°C to 140°C) water, 15 psig (103 kPa) at 250°F (121°C) saturated steam
Ambient conditions Standard operating -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C), 90% RH maximum, non-condensing
Storage -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C), 95% RH maximum, non-condensing
Enclosure rating NEMA 2 (IP54) for all mounting directions
Compliance United States UL Listed, CCN XAPX, File E27734; to UL 60730-1A: 2003-08, Ed. 3.1, Automatic Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use; and UL 60730-2-14: 2002-02, Ed. 1, Part 2 Particular Requirements for Electric Actuators
  Canada UL Listed, CCN XAPX7, File E27734; to UL 60730-1:02-CAN/CSA: July 2002, 3rd Ed., Automatic Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use; and CSA C22.2 No. 24-93 Temperature Indicating and Regulating Equipment

Europe Johnson Controls declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive, and equivalent UK regulations.
Australia and New Zealand RCM Mark, Australia/NZ Emissions Compliant
Shipping weight -AGA models 3.5 lb (1.6 kg)
-AGC models 3.9 lb (1.8 kg)

Table 3. VA9208-Bxx-x Series on/off electric spring return actuators
Specification Desciption
Power requirements -BGx models

24 VAC (18 VAC to 30 VAC) at 50/60 Hz: Class 2 (North America) or Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) (Europe), 6.1 VA running, 1.2 VA holding position 24 VDC (21.6 VDC to 28.8 VDC): Class 2 (North America) or SELV (Europe) 3.5 W running, 0.5 W holding position

Minimum transformer size: 7 VA for each actuator

-BAx models 120 VAC (102 VAC to 132 VAC) at 60 Hz: 0.05 A running, 0.03 A holding position
-BDx models 230 VAC (198 VAC to 264 VAC) at 50/60 Hz: 0.04 A running, 0.03 A holding position
Auxiliary switch rating -xxC models

Two single-pole, double-throw (SPDT), double-insulated switches with gold over silver contacts:

24 VAC, 50 VA pilot duty

120 VAC, 5.8 A resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA pilot duty

240 VAC, 5.0 A resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA pilot duty

Spring return

Direction is selectable with mounting position of actuator:

Actuator face labeled A is away from valve: CCW spring return

Actuator face labeled B is away from valve: CW spring return

Rated torque Power on (running) 70 lb·in (8 N·m) all operating temperatures
Power off (spring returning)

70 lb·in (8 N·m) at standard operating temperatures

53 lb·in (6 N·m) at extended operating temperatures

Rotation range Maximum full stroke: 95°
Rotation time for 90 degrees of travel Power on (running)

55 s to 71 s for 0 lb·in to 70 lb·in (0 N·m to 8 N·m) load, at all operating conditions

60 s nominal at full rated load (0.25 rpm)

Power off (spring returning)

13 s to 26 s for 0 lb·in to 70 lb·in (0 N·m to 8 N·m) load, at room temperature

21 seconds nominal at full rated load

39 seconds maximum with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at -4°F (-20°C)

108 seconds maximum with 53 lb·in (6 N·m) load at -40°F (-40°C)

Life cycles 60,000 full stroke cycles with 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load
Audible noise rating Power on (running) < 47 dBA at 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Power on (holding) < 20 dBA at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Power off (spring returning) < 52 dBA at 70 lb·in (8 N·m) load, at a distance of 39 13/32 in. (1 m)
Electrical connections -Bxx-3 models 48 in. (1.2 m) UL 758 Type AWM halogen-free cable with 18 AWG (0.85 mm2) conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
Auxiliary switches (-xxC models) 48 in. (1.2 m) UL 758 Type AWM halogen-free cable with 18 AWG (0.85 mm2) conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) ferrule ends
Conduit connections Integral connectors for 3/8 in. (10 mm) flexible metal conduit
Fluid temperature limits VG12x1 and VG18x1 Series 23°F to 203°F (-5°C to 95°C), not rated for steam service
VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series -22°F to 212°F (-30°C to 100°C), not rated for steam service
VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series with M9000-561 Thermal Barrier installed -22°F to 284°F (-30°C to 140°C) water, 15 psig (103 kPa) at 250°F (121°C) saturated steam
Ambient conditions Standard operating -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C), 90% RH maximum, noncondensing
Extended operating -40°F to 4°F (-40°C to -20°C), 90% RH maximum, noncondensing
Storage -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C), 95% RH maximum, noncondensing
Enclosure rating NEMA 2 (IP54) for all mounting directions
Compliance United States UL Listed, CCN XAPX, File E27734; to UL 60730-1A: 2003-08, Ed. 3.1, Automatic Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use; and UL 60730-2-14: 2002-02, Ed. 1, Part 2 Particular Requirements for Electric Actuators
  Canada UL Listed, CCN XAPX7, File E27734; to UL 60730-1:02-CAN/CSA: July 2002, 3rd Ed., Automatic Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use; and CSA C22.2 No. 24-93 Temperature Indicating and Regulating Equipment

Europe Johnson Controls declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive, and equivalent UK regulations.
Australia and New Zealand RCM Mark, Australia/NZ Emissions Compliant
Shipping weight -BGC models 3.8 lb (1.7 kg)
-BAC and -BDC models 4.2 lb (1.9 kg)
-BGA models 3.4 lb (1.5 kg)
-BAA and -BDA models 3.8 lb (1.7 kg)