Electric Actuator
Asahi/America, Inc., a leader in corrosion resistant fluid flow solutions, introduces the Series 17 electric actuator. The compact and lightweight Series 17 features a reversing motor with multi-voltage capabilities, an internal heater, auxiliary switches, and two LED position indicators.

Internally, the Series 17 includes a permanently lubricated steel gear train and declutchable manual override. The Series 17 also features a combination NEMA 4X and 6 enclosure, which is finished with a thermally bonded powder coat to protect against corrosion, an ISO bolt circle and flying leads.

Ideal applications for the Series 17 include water and wastewater treatment, aquariums, chemical processing, swimming pools and water features, power plant, and mining.

Asahi/America’s Series 17 automated valves are assembled in their Lawrence, Massachusetts facility with their Type-21 ball valve and Type-57P butterfly valve.

Asahi/America has also released a new version of its Thermoplastic Valves, Actuation & Controls catalog. The 232-page catalog contains comprehensive technical information and drawings of Asahi/America’s complete line of thermoplastic valves and actuators including the new Type-57P butterfly valve, the new Series 17 electric actuator, and the new Omni® Type-27 ball valve.

An essential resource for engineers, plant managers and distributors, this full-color catalog provides customers with product specifications, dimensional information, Cv values, and pressure versus temperature ratings. Additional valuable information highlighted in the new catalog includes detailed parts lists, features and benefits, and troubleshooting tips.

For more information, contact Lynsey Hurley, Asahi/America, Inc., 655 Andover St., Lawrence, MA 01843, 800-343-3618/781-321-5409, Fax: 800-787- 6861, E-mail: asahi@asahi-america.com, web: www.asahiamerica.com.