Cowan Dynamics Offers Linear and Rotary Actuators with up to a SIL 3 Safety Rating
The SIL 3 capable rating is designed to provide customers with reliable actuation solutions in critical applications without compromising their SIS.
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The SIL 3 capable rating is designed to provide Cowan’s customers with reliable actuation solutions in critical applications without compromising their Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS – compliant with IEC 61511/ISA 84).
The SIL 3 capable rating was achieved by certifying the products to IEC 61508 and was obtained from Exida Certification Services after passing rigorous Failure Mode Effects Diagnostic Analysis (FMEDA).
Cowan Dynamics’ SIL 3 capable products include:
- Scotch Yoke Actuator
- CSY Series
- Double-Acting Valve Actuator – A Series
- Spring-Return Valve Actuator – AS Series
- Control Valve Actuator – AT Series
- A²A Booster – Dual-Stage High-Output Pneumatic Booster
- Double-Acting Hydraulic Valve Actuator – ML Series
- Hydraulic Spring-Return – MS Series
For more information, click here.
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