
Manual valve gear operator
A manual gear operator transfers hand-applied motion through a gear mechanism to the valve stem or shaft. The section shows the transmission elements and housing. This assembly is
Specifications & order
The limit-switch assembly indicates when the valve mechanism reaches the end of its travel. The shown arrangement places position contacts beside the stem and operating assembly so mechanical movement can provide a status indication. Select the contact arrangement, signal type, environmental protection and mounting for the control system and valve. Position indication alone does not measure leakage or provide continuous flow regulation.
| Function | End-of-travel indication |
|---|---|
| Signal | Position contact |
| Mounting | Matched to the valve mechanism |