Submittal Sheet
Copyright 2010, Schneider Electric
All brand names, trademarks and registered
trademarks are the property of their respective
owners. Information contained within this
document is subject to change without notice.
F-27170-6
Schneider Electric
1354 Clifford Avenue
P.O. Box 2940
Loves Park, IL 61132-2940
On October 1st, 2009, TAC became the Buildings business of its parent company Schneider Electric. This document reflects the visual identity of Schneider Electric,
however there remains references to TAC as a corporate brand in the body copy. As each document is updated, the body copy will be changed to reflect appropriate
cor
p
orate brand chan
g
es.
www.schneider-electric.com/buildings
THEORY OF OPERATION
The MA series actuators provide two position spring return operation. They are equipped
with a mechanical spring return mechanism. When power is applied, the actuator moves to
its powered position, at the same time tensing the spring return safety mechanism. When
power is removed, the spring returns the actuator to its normal position (retracted). The
spring return system provides consistent close-off for sensitive damper or valve
applications.
MA series two position actuators use a brush DC motor controlled by on-board electronics.
When the actuator encounters a stall or end of travel position, the motor current is
automatically reduced, preventing damage to the actuator or motor.
MF or MS series floating or proportional actuators use a brush DC motor which is controlled
by a microprocessor. The microprocessor supplies the intelligence to provide a constant
speed and to know the actuators exact position. The microprocessor monitors and controls
the DC motors rotation and provides a digital rotation sensing function to prevent damage to
the actuator in a stall condition.
All actuators may be stalled anywhere in their normal rotation without the need of
mechanical end switches.
MAINTENANCE
Regular maintenance of the total system is recommended to assure sustained optimum
performance. The Linear series actuators are maintenance free.
FIELD REPAIR
None. Replace with a functional actuator.
DIMENSIONAL DATA
3-1/2 (89 mm)
6-3/4 (172 mm)
3-1/2 (89 mm)
1-1/8 ( 29 mm)
Note: -1XX models only
Figure-17 Mx4D-xxxx-xxx Spring Return Valve Actuator Dimensions.










