Refer to the QuickLIT website for the most up-to-date version of this document.VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin1The VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators are direct-mount valve actuators. These bidirectional actuators are used to provide accurate positioning on JohnsonControls® VG1000 Series 1/2, 3/4, and 1 in. (DN15, DN20, and DN25) ball valves in Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) applications. A mechanical spring return system provides rated torque with or without power applied to the actuator. The series includes the following control options:•On/Off, 24 V, or 85 to 264 VAC power•On/Off and Floating Point, 24 V power•Proportional, 24 V power, for 0(2) to 10 VDC or0(4) to 20 mA Control SignalAn accessory crankarm and remote mounting kit are available for applications where the actuator cannot be direct-coupled to the damper shaft. An optional line voltage auxiliary switch indicates an end-stop position or performs switching functions within the selected rotation range. Figure 1: VA9203 Spring Return Electric Valve ActuatorTable 1: Features and Benefits (Part 1 of 2)FeaturesBenefitsDirect Mounting with a Single ScrewReduces installation time and cost.Electronic Stall DetectionProtects from overload at all angles of rotation. Power consumption is reduced holding mode. The actuator may be stalled anywhere in its rotation range without the need for mechanical end switches.Double-Insulated ConstructionEliminates need for electrical ground connection for regulatory agency compliance.Microprocessor-Controlled Brushless DC Motor (-AGx and -GGx Models)Provides constant runtime independent of torque and ensures long life.External Mode Selection Switch(-AGx and -GGx Models)Permits control logic reversal for Floating Control (-AGx Models). Permits calibration input signal range selection, and control logic reversal for Proportional Control (-GGx Models).Integral Cables with Colored and Numbered ConductorsSimplify installation and field wiring.Integral 1/2 in. (13 mm) Threaded Conduit Connector(s)Simplify installation and field wiring.Optional Integrated Auxiliary SwitchProvides adjustable switch point with line voltage capability.Plenum Rated ModelsEnable use in other environmental air spaces (plenums) in accordance with section 300.22(C) of the National Electric Code.VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve ActuatorsProduct BulletinVA9203-GGx-2Z, VA9203-AGx-2Z, VA9203-Bxx-2Code No. LIT-12011702Issued May 2018VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin2VA9203-GGx-2Z Series Proportional ActuatorsThe VA9203-GGx-2Z Series Actuators provide proportional modulation of VG1000 1/2, 3/4,and 1inch ball valves in HVAC systems that are controlled by an electronic controller or positioner. The actuator responds to 0 to 10 VDC or 2 to 10 VDC control signals. With the addition of a 500 ohm resistor, the actuator responds to a 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA signal. A 0 to 10 VDC or 2 to 10 VDC feedback signal indicates position and provides support for master-slave applications.Manual control system override applications are supported through field wiring, and include:•override to MIN position•override to MAX position•override to MIN, MID, and MAX positionThe VA9203-GGA-2Z actuators include plenum-rated cables and are specially configured for installation in spaces used for environmental air-handling purposes, other than ducts and plenums, as specified in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70: National Electrical Code section 300.22(C), Other Space Used for Environmental Air. The space over a hung ceiling, when used for environmental air handling purposes, is an example of the type of space for which these actuators are configured.VA9203-AGx-2Z Series On/Off and Floating Point ActuatorsThe VA9203-AGx-2Z Series Actuators provide on/off control or modulation of VG1000 1/2, 3/4, and 1inch ball valves in HVAC systems. Floating point control can be provided from a triac or relay. On/off control can be provided from a manual switch, controller, auxiliary switch from a fan motor contactor, or similar device.The VA9203-AGA-2Z actuators include plenum-rated cables and are specially configured for installation in spaces used for environmental air-handling purposes other than ducts and plenums as specified in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70: National Electrical Code section 300.22(C), Other Space Used for Environmental Air. The space over a hung ceiling, when used for environmental air handling purposes, is an example of the type of space for which these actuators are configured.Optional Thermal BarrierProvides for 284°F (140°C) hot water or 15 psi saturated steam applications.Available Weather Shield for Field MountingProvides NEMA 3R protection for the actuator.Override Control (Proportional Models Only)Supports manual control system override application through field wiring.Underwriters Laboratories Inc.® (UL), CE Mark, and C-Tick ComplianceProvides internationally recognized regulatory agency approvals.Manufactured under International Standards Organization (ISO) 9001 Quality Control StandardsEnsures quality.5-Year WarrantyProtects consumer investment.Table 1: Features and Benefits (Part 2 of 2)FeaturesBenefitsIMPORTANT:Use these VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Actuators only to control equipment under normal operating conditions. Where failure or malfunction of the electric actuator could lead to personal injury or property damage to the controlled equipment or other property, additional precautions must be designed into the control system. Incorporate and maintain other devices, such as supervisory or alarm systems or safety or limit controls, intended to warn of or protect against failure or malfunction of the electric actuator.VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin3VA9203-Bxx-2 Series On/Off ActuatorsThe VA9203-Bxx-2 Series Actuators provide on/off control of VG1000 1/2, 3/4, and 1 inch ball valves in HVAC systems. On/off control can be provided from a manual switch, controller, auxiliary switch from a fan motor contactor, or similar device.OperationVA9203-xxx-xx Series Actuators provide 95º of rotation. A graduated scale from 0% to 100% and a position indicator provide visual indication of stroke. When power fails during service, the mechanical spring return system returns the valve to the home position.VA9203-GGx-2Z Series Proportional ActuatorsThe VA9203-GGx-2Z Series uses a brushless DC motor controlled by a microprocessor. The microprocessor drives the motor at constant speed, independent of torque. The microprocessor also monitors the brushless DC motor’s rotation to prevent damage to the actuator in a stall condition. The actuator can be stalled anywhere within its rotation range without the need for mechanical end switches. Power consumption is reduced in the holding mode. The VA9203-GGC-2Z version is provided with one integrated, line-voltage-capable auxiliary Single-Pole, Double-Throw (SPDT) switch. The switch point is independently and continuously adjustable throughout the full range of actuator stroke. The auxiliary switch is double-insulated so an electrical ground is not required.VA9203-AGx-2Z Series On/Off and Floating Point ActuatorsThe VA9203-AGx-2Z Series uses a brushless DC motor controlled by a microprocessor. The microprocessor drives the motor at constant speed, independent of torque. The microprocessor also monitors the brushless DC motor’s rotation to prevent damage to the actuator in a stall condition. The actuator can be stalled anywhere within its rotation range without the need for mechanical end switches. Power consumption is reduced in the holding mode. The VA9203-AGB-2Z version is provided with one integrated, line-voltage-capable auxiliary SPDT switch. The switch point is independently and continuously adjustable throughout the full range of actuator stroke. The auxiliary switch is double-insulated so an electrical ground is not required.VA9203-Bxx-2 Series On/Off ActuatorsThe VA9203-Bxx-2 Series uses a DC brush motor controlled by analog electronics. The actuator can be stalled anywhere within its rotation range without the need for mechanical end switches. Power consumption is reduced in the holding mode. Two different voltage ratings are available for on/off actuators.•VA9203-BGx-2: AC 24 V 50/60 Hz or DC 24 V power•VA9203-BUx-2: AC 85 to 265 V 50/60 Hz powerThe VA9203-BUx-2 actuators are double-insulated so an electrical ground is not required. The VA9203-BxB-2 versions are provided with one integrated, line-voltage-capable auxiliary SPDT switch. The switch point is independently and continuously adjustable throughout the full range of the actuator stroke. The auxiliary switch is double-insulated so an electrical ground is not required.VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin4Wiring DiagramsVA9203-GGx-2Z Series Proportional Actuators Figure 2: VA9203-GGx-2Z Control Wiring DiagramsFIG:VA9208-GGx_cntrlwir1234~(+)YCOMUBLKREDGRYORN++1234~(+)YCOMUBLKREDGRYORN0(4)...20 mA++DC 0(2)...10 V Control0(4)...20 mA Control withExternal ResistorAC/DC24 VDC 0(2)...10 VAC/DC24 VDC 0(2)...10 VDC 0(2)...10 VMaster-Slave ApplicationYDC 0(2)...10 V+U+1234BLKREDGRYORNAC/DC24 v~(+)DC 0(2)...10 VCOM+1234BLKREDGRYORN500 / 0.25 WΩFigure 3: Control Wiring Diagrams (Overrides)VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin5VA9203-Bxx-2 Series On/Off Actuators VA9203-xxB-2x Auxiliary Switch VA9203-AGx-2Z Series On/Off and Floating Point ActuatorsFigure 4: VA9203-Bxx-2 Control Wiring DiagramsAC 85...264 V 50/60 HzL1NWHTBLK21AC 24 V 50/60DC 24 VREDBLK21+-~FIG:VA9203Bxx2_wiringFigure 5: Optional Auxiliary Switch Wiring5.0 (2.9) A 240 V ~212223BLK/REDBLK/BLUBLK/GRYS121232221COMNCNOFigure 6: VA9203-AGx-2Z Control Wiring Diagrams~+-24 VAC24 VDCRARADADA4BLKREDGRYORN123Floating Control, Four Wire~+-24 VAC24 VDCRARADADA4BLKREDGRYORN123On/Off Control, Two Wire~+-24 VAC24 VDCRARADADA4BLKREDGRYORN123Open/Close, Single Wire Control24 VAC24 VDC~+-RARADADA4BLKREDGRYORN123RARADADA4BLKREDGRYORN123FIG:VA92xx-AGx_cntrlwirFloating Control, Multiple Actuators with One TransformerVA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin6Ordering InformationTable2 shows the VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuator models. AccessoriesTable 2: VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuator ModelsCode NumberRotation Time For 90°Power RequirementPower ConsumptionInput SignalPosition FeedbackAuxiliary SwitchElectrical ConnectionPower On – Running (Seconds)Power Off – Spring Return (Seconds)24 VAC +/- 20% VDC +20%/-10%85 to 264 VAC +/- 10%VA Rating, Transformer SizingVA: Running (Holding)Amperage: Running (Holding)On/OffOn/Off and Floating Point0(2) to 10 VDC0(4) to 20 mA (with 500 ohm Resistor)0(2) to 10 VDC1 SPDT, 5.0 A (2.9 A Inductive) at 240 V48 in. (1.2 m) 18 AWG Appliance Cable120 in. (3.05 m) 19 AWG Plenum Cable1/2 in. (13 mm) Conduit ConnectorsVA9203-AGA-2Z90<25X65.1 (2.8)–XXXVA9203-AGB-2Z90<25X65.1 (2.8)–XXXXVA9203-BGA-2<75<75X65.0 (2.5)–XXXVA9203-BGB-2<75<75X65.0 (2.5)–XXXXVA9203-BUA-2<75<75X––0.06 (0.02)XXXVA9203-BUB-2<75<75X––0.06 (0.02)XXXXVA9203-GGA-2Z90<25X65.1 (2.8)–XXXXVA9203-GGB-2Z90<25X65.1 (2.8)–XXXXXTable 3: Accessories/Repair Parts (Order Separately)Code NumberDescriptionM9000-560Ball Valve Linkage Kit for Applying M9203 and M9208 Series Actuators to VG1000 Series Valves (Quantity 1)M9000-561Thermal Barrier Extends M(VA)9104, M(VA)9203, and M(VA)9208 Series Electric Spring Return Actuator Applications to Include Low Pressure Steam (Quantity 1)M9000-342Weathershield Kit for VG1000 Series Ball Valve application of VA9104, VA9203, and VA9208 Series Electric Spring Return Actuators (quantity 1)M9000-607Position Indicator for VG1000 Series Ball Value Applications (Quantity 5)VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin7DimensionsSee Figure7, Table4, and Table5 for valve actuator dimensions. Table 4: VA9203 Actuated VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series NPT Ball Valve Dimensions, in. (mm)Valve Size in. (DN)1ABCDEFG1/2 (DN15)4-5/8 (117.3)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)6-31/32 (177)2-33/64 (64)11/32 (9)1-1/4 (32)3/4 (DN20)4-5/8 (117.3)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)7-1/8 (181)2-51/64 (71)11/32 (9)1-13/32 (36)1 (DN25)4-11/16 (119)3/4 (19)1-19/64 (33)7-31/64 (190)3-13/32 (87)11/32 (9)1-45/64 (43)1.Port A must always be connected to the coil.Table 5: VA9203 Actuated VG1271, VG1275, VG1871, and VG1875 Series Sweat Ball Valve and VA9203 Actuated VG1291, VG1295, VG1891, and VG1895 Series Press Ball Valve Dimensions, in. (mm)Valve Size, in. (DN)1ABCDEFG1/2 (DN15)4-5/8 (117.3)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)7-13/64 (183)3-25/32 (96)11/32 (9)1-1/4 (32)3/4 (DN20)4-5/8 (117.3)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)7-3/4 (197)4-3/32 (104)11/32 (9)1-13/32 (36)1 (DN25)4-11/16 (119)3/4 (19)1-19/64 (33)8-3/16 (208)4-41/64 (118)11/32 (9)1-45/64 (43)1.Port A must always be connected to the coil.Figure 7: Spring Return VA9203 Actuated VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series Ball Valve Dimensions, in. (mm)Port MarkingLocationsFIG:VA9203X_dims3-1/4(82)DA3-1/2 (89)Clearance Required2-7/8(73)VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin8See Figure8 and Table6 for valve actuator dimensions with optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier installed. Repair InformationA number of replacement parts are available; see Table3 for more details. If a VA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Actuator fails to operate within its specifications, replace the unit. For a replacement electric actuator, contact the nearest JohnsonControls® representative.Table 6: VA9203 Actuated VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series Ball Valve with Optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier Installed Dimensions, in. (mm)Valve Size in. (DN)1ABCDEFG1/2 (DN15)6 (152)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)6-31/32 (177)2-33/64 (64)11/32 (9)1-1/4 (32)3/4 (DN20)6 (152)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)7-1/8 (181)2-51/64 (71)11/32 (9)1-13/32 (36)1 (DN25)6-1/16 (154)3/4 (19)1-19/64 (33)7-31/64 (190)3-13/32 (87)11/32 (9)1-45/64 (43)1.Port A must always be connected to the coil.Figure 8: Spring Return VA9203 Actuated VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series Ball Valve with Optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier Installed Dimensions, in. (mm)Port MarkingLocationsFIG:VA9203X_dimsthbr2-7/8(73)3-1/4(82)AD3-1/2 (89)Clearance RequiredVA9203-xxx-xx Series Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Product Bulletin9Technical Specifications VA9203-GGx-2Z Series Proportional Electric Spring Return Actuator (Part 1 of 2)Power RequirementsAC 24 V (AC 19.2 V to 28.8 V) at 50/60 Hz: Class 2 (North America) or Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) (Europe), 4.7 VA Running, 2.7 VA Holding Position DC 24 V (DC 21.6 V to 28.8 V): Class 2 (North America) or SELV (Europe) 1.8 W Running, 1 W Holding PositionMinimum Transformer Size: 6 VA per ActuatorInput Signal/AdjustmentsFactory Set at DC 0 to 10 V, CW Rotation with Signal Increase Selectable DC 0 (2) to 10 V or 0 (4) to 20 mA with Field -Furnished 500 ohm 0.25 W Minimum Resistor Switch Selectable Direct or Reverse Action with Signal IncreaseControl Input ImpedanceVoltage Input: 100,000 ohmCurrent Input: 500 ohm with Field-Furnished 500 ohm ResistorFeedback SignalDC 0 (2) to 10 V for Desired Rotation Range up to 95°Corresponds to Rotation Limits, 0.5 mA at 10 V MaximumAuxiliary Switch Rating-xxB ModelsOne Single-Pole, Double-Throw (SPDT), Double-Insulated Switch with Silver Contacts:AC 24 V, 50 VA Pilot DutyAC 120 V, 5.8 A Resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA Pilot DutyAC 240 V, 5.0 A Resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA Pilot DutySpring ReturnDirection is Selectable with Mounting Position of Actuator:Actuator Face Labeled A is Away from Valve: CCW Spring ReturnActuator Face Labeled B is Away from Valve: CW Spring ReturnRated TorquePower On(Running)27 lb·in (3 N·m) All Operating TemperaturesPower Off(Spring Returning)27 lb·in (3 N·m) All Operating TemperaturesRotation RangeMaximum Full Stroke: 95°Adjustable Stop: 35° to 95° Maximum PositionRotation Time for 90 Degrees of TravelPower On(Running)90 Seconds Constant for 0 to 27 lb·in. (3 N·m) Load, at all Operating ConditionsPower Off(Spring Returning)12 to 17 Seconds for 0 to 27 lb·in. (3 N·m) Load, at Room Temperature 16 Seconds Nominal at Full Rated Load22 Seconds Maximum with 27 lb·in. (3 N·m) Load, at -22°F (-30°C)Life Cycles60,000 Full Stroke Cycles with 27 lb·in. (3 N·m) Load1,500,000 Repositions with 27 lb·in. (3 N·m) LoadAudible Noise RatingPower On(Running)<37 dBA at 27 lb·in. (3 N·m) Load, at a Distance of 39-13/32 in. (1 m)Power On(Holding)<20 dBA at a Distance of 39-13/32 in. (1 m)Power Off(Spring Returning)<56 dBA at 27 lb·in. (3 N·m) Load, at a Distance of 39-13/32 in. (1 m)Electrical Connections-GGA-2Z Models120 in. (3.05 m) UL 444 Type CMP Plenum Rated Cable with 19 AWG (0.75mm2) Conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) Ferrule Ends-GGB-2Z Models48 in. (1.2 m) UL 758 Type AWM Halogen Free Cable with 18 AWG (0.85mm2) Conductors and 1/4 in. (6 mm) Ferrule EndsConduit ConnectionsIntegral 1/2 in. (13 mm) Threaded Conduit Connector(s)Next >