Product Overview
- Integrated OEM automation package combining Rotork IQT quarter-turn intelligent electric actuator and IW5 part-turn gearbox, purpose-built for ball valves and butterfly valves in industrial flow control systems.
- Direct-drive IQT actuator supports up to 60 starts per hour for isolation and regulating duties, paired with self-locking IW5 gearbox to amplify output torque for heavy-duty valve operations.
- Factory pre-calibrated with ISO 5211 standard mounting interface, compatible with most standard valve flanges for quick on-site installation.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Rotork IQT Actuator |
Rotork IW5 Gearbox |
| Rated Torque |
50 – 2,000 Nm (37 – 1,476 lbf.ft) |
Up to 5,100 Nm (3,762 lbf.ft) max rated |
| Enclosure Protection |
IP66 / IP68 (7m depth for 72 hours) |
IP67 standard, IP68 optional |
| Standard Gear Ratio |
Direct drive |
48:1, 96:1 |
| Operating Temperature |
-30°C to +70°C (standard) |
-40°C to +120°C (standard) |
| Core Certification |
SIL 2 compliant, explosionproof optional |
AWWA C504/C517 compliant |
Application Industry
- Oil & gas: Pipeline isolation, process skids, and offshore platform valve automation systems.
- Water & wastewater: Municipal treatment plants, pumping stations, and water distribution pipe networks.
- Power & petrochemical: Thermal power units, refinery processing lines, and chemical fluid control circuits.
Common Problems & Solutions
- Battery low/flat alarm: Replace with Rotork-specified 9V lithium battery; cycle power to clear the alarm and re-teach valve limits if power-loss inhibit function is activated
- Unintended torque trip: Verify torque setting matches actual valve demand; inspect for valve seat jamming or line pressure fluctuation, then adjust torque threshold accordingly.
- Configuration / local control failure: Reset basic commissioning parameters via the local display; check control selector knob status and recalibrate the position sensing system
Replacement Models
- Rotork IQT3 Perform: Latest generation direct replacement with Bluetooth commissioning and enhanced diagnostics, fully backward compatible with IW5 gearboxes
- Rotork CK Quarter-turn Actuator: Cost-effective alternative for standard on-off duty, mountable to IW5 gearbox via standard ISO 5211 flange.
- Rotork IW52 Gearbox: High-torque upgrade of IW5 series with identical mounting footprint, for drop-in replacement when higher torque output is required
Why Buy From Us
- 100% genuine Rotork components with full traceability; every assembled unit passes factory torque and function testing before delivery.
- Turnkey customization: Valve-actuator-gearbox integrated assembly, including bore machining, keyway customization and control panel configuration per your requirements.
- 12-month warranty for the complete package, with free technical guidance for commissioning, daily maintenance and on-site troubleshooting.
Stock & Delivery Time
- Standard IQT actuators and IW5 gearboxes in common sizes are in stock, with 6–8 working days lead time for standalone components.
- Fully assembled valve-actuator packages require 7–15 working days for factory calibration, pressure testing and custom configuration.
- Global shipping available: standard sea freight to major ports takes 20–35 days; expedited air freight takes 5–10 days.
RFQ Form
To get an accurate formal quotation, please provide the following information:
- Valve details: type (ball/butterfly), nominal size, pressure class, and required output torque.
- Actuator requirements: power supply voltage, control mode (on-off / modulating), and hazardous area certification (if applicable).
- Order details: quantity, delivery destination, required accessories (handwheel, position transmitter, bus module), and target delivery date.