XL4 weir type penstock
4-sided sealing

The XL4 weir type penstock, like the other penstocks in this range, offers high sealing performance. Since the seal is located in the gate frame, the XL4 weir type penstock offers good metering characteristics. It is reliably tight on both sides even in intermediate positions.

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Weir type penstock with rectangular opening, four-sided sealing

Opening dimensions 200 × 200 mm to 4000 × 2500 mm

Selectable pressure level on both sides: 2-6 mwc
Standard pressure level for sizes 200 × 200 mm to 1200 × 1200 mm on both sides: 6 mwc
Higher pressure levels 7-15 mwc: available on request

Materials

Frame and plate: Stainless steel 1.4301 (304) / 1.4404 (316L) / 1.4410 (A182 F53) / 1.4462 (A182 F51) / Steel 1.0038 (S235JR/A36) hot-dip galvanised or epoxy coated
Spindle: Stainless steel 1.4301 (304) / 1.4404 (316L) / 1.4410 (A182 F53) / 1.4462 (A182 F51) / 1.4057 (431)
Spindle nut: Seawater resistent bronze (GC-CuSn 12) / Red brass RG7
Seal: EPDM (resistant to waste water and UV) / NBR (oil-resistent)

Other materials available on request.

Leak tightness class

Leak rate better than DIN EN 19569, Part 4, Table 1:
- Pressure on front side: max. 1 % of 0.02 to 0.05 l · s^-1 · m^-1 (leak tightness class 4)
- Pressure on rear side: max. 5 % of 0.02 to 0.1 l · s^-1 · m^-1 (leak tightness class 3)

Actuation options

Stainless steel handwheel with direct mounting or with Modular Actuation System MAS
Lateral actuation with stainless steel gearbox with stainless steel handwheel or stainless steel crank handle
Stainless steel operating key All-in-one via square cap
MOBITORQ mobile actuators (electric or battery-powered) via square cap with Modular Actuation System MAS
BEAmax stainless steel electric rotary actuator for open-close & modulating duty with direct mounting or with Modular Actuation System MAS, optional with stainless steel weather protection roof
Electric actuator with direct mounting or with Modular Actuation System MAS
Pneumatic actuator/Hydraulic actuator with direct mounting or with Modular Actuation System MAS

All actuator options available as a complete package.

Individual sizes are possible at any time on request.

YOUR ADVANTAGES

READY FOR IMMEDIATE USE

The penstock is delivered ready for assembly (up to 1200 mm)

FOREVER DURABLE SEAL
Through vulcanised BÜSCH UNO angle joints

SEAL IN FRAME

Clear control options, seal is on both sides completely in place even in the intermediate position

PERFECT CORROSION PROTECTION

All welded stainless steel parts from our own pickling plant

OPTIONAL EX-PROTECTION
On request, the penstock can be proven to comply with the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU

SPECIAL FEATURES

WEIR TYPE PENSTOCK

Slide plate can be lowered for optimum water level regulation

We will be pleased to consult you.

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Accessory

Bar screen

Individually manufactured protection for penstocks and pumps or as coarse cleaning in the sewage treatment plant/sluice

Bevel gearbox

For reducing the actuating forces on penstocks, for power transmission and for power distribution when actuating double-spindle penstocks - made of stainless steel