AWWA C542-16 PDF Download

The AWWA C542-16 standard focuses specifically on electric motor actuators for valves and slide gates used in water, wastewater, and reclaimed water facilities. The standard outlines the essential requirements for these actuating devices, including their positioning on various types of valves and slide gates such as gate, ball, plug, cone, globe, and butterfly valves.

The standard covers a wide range of important aspects related to electric motor actuators. It includes guidance on sizing considerations, design specifications, material requirements, suitable applications, painting and coating recommendations, and the data that should be provided by the manufacturer. Additionally, the standard defines the necessary performance testing and certification procedures, as well as inspection protocols for ensuring compliance with the standard. It also covers packaging, shipping, handling, and storage considerations.

Notably, this standard is a part of two standards, the other being AWWA C541-08, replacing the previously utilized AWWA C540 standard. Together, these two standards comprehensively address hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder and vane-type actuators, as well as electric motor actuators, providing relevant guidance for the effective operation of valves and slide gates in water management facilities.