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Rotary Valve MD

The Maximum-Duty (MD) AerolockTM is widely used with some of the most challenging materials, including minerals, chemicals, fillers, food ingredients, filled pellets, PVC compounds, and diatomaceous earth. Engineered for heavy-duty to severe industrial applications, the MD can handle pressure differentials of up to 1.4 bar(g) [20 psi(g)] and/or temperatures as high as 121°C [250°F]. Its exceptional ability to withstand extreme shock loads and elevated temperatures makes the MD Aerolock a "true maximum-duty" performer.


  • DESIGN
  • TECH DATA
  • CAPACITIES
  • LEAKAGE GAS
  • DIMENSIONS
    • Commodity name: Rotary Valve MD
    • Commodity ID: 1440651184237596672

    The Maximum-Duty (MD) AerolockTM is widely used with some of the most challenging materials, including minerals, chemicals, fillers, food ingredients, filled pellets, PVC compounds, and diatomaceous earth. Engineered for heavy-duty to severe industrial applications, the MD can handle pressure differentials of up to 1.4 bar(g) [20 psi(g)] and/or temperatures as high as 121°C [250°F]. Its exceptional ability to withstand extreme shock loads and elevated temperatures makes the MD Aerolock a "true maximum-duty" performer.

    The MD features a ten-blade rotor that maintains a minimum three-blade labyrinth seal to minimize air leakage. The ten-blade rotor is available with either flat or relieved tips, offering several rotor options. Additionally, the MD incorporates two tapered roller bearings—one on the thrust side and one on the drive side.

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  • Standard Mechanical Specifications

    • Round or square inlet/outlet flange patterns
    • Cast iron or stainless steel housing; stainless steel for round models only
    • Cast iron or stainless steel end plates
    • Carbon steel or stainless steel rotors
    • Outboard bearings

    Drive

    • Right angle
    • 460 volts, 3-phase, inverter-ready
    • TEFC enclosure
    • OSHA protective guarding

    Options

    Shaft Seals

    • T3: Two quad-ring Buna-N seals on a PTFE insert
    • Packing: Spring-loaded, self-adjusting PTFE-impregnated packing, or optional graphite-impregnated packing
    • Air Purge: Compressed air diffuser followed by a standard seal

    Rotor (ten-blade)

    • Standard flat or relieved tips
    • Open-ended
    • Hubbed (closed)
    • Reduced Displacement
    • Staggered Pocket

    Coating

    • Chrome
    • Tungsten carbide
    • Nedox (FDA-approved)
    • Electroless Nickel
    • Other coatings available

    Flanges

    • ANSI
    • DIN
    • Custom

    High Temperature

    • Standard unit max. 121°C [250°F]
    • High-temperature option for up to 232°C [450°F]

    Drives

    • Right angle or parallel
    • Direct or indirect transmission (chain or belt)
    • CE compliant

    Electrical

    • Consult the factory for available NEC or ATEX classifications.

    Tool Kits
    Required for the field installation of seals and bearings. The tool kit enhances Aerolock performance by minimizing premature wear caused by improper seal and bearing installation.
    The MD toolkit includes:

    • Seal driver tool for installing T3 seals and inserts
    • Expansion tool to assist in the installation of the T3 inserts
    • bearing driver tool for installing drive and thrust side bearings
    • Shaft driver tool for installing machined shaft ring

    Accessories
    A complete line of accessories is available for Coperion K-Tron Aerolock rotary valves: including a variable frequency drive controller, disconnect panel, outlet adapters, shear protectors, maintenance slide gates, sight glasses, outlet guards, surge hoppers, floor support stands, flanged transitions, and custom transitions designed for easy integration into an existing facility.

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  • Download Product Specification Sheets

    Discharge and metering valve for powders

    Need help finding the right rotary valves?

  • Download Product Specification Sheets

    Discharge and metering valve for powders

    Need help finding the right rotary valves?

  • Download Product Specification Sheets

    Discharge and metering valve for powders

    Need help finding the right rotary valves?

The MD features a ten-blade rotor that maintains a minimum three-blade labyrinth seal to minimize air leakage. The ten-blade rotor is available with either flat or relieved tips, offering several rotor options. Additionally, the MD incorporates two tapered roller bearings—one on the thrust side and one on the drive side.

Download Product Specification Sheets

Discharge and metering valve for powders

Need help finding the right rotary valves?