Product Bulletin

62.3:2625
September 2002 2625, 2625NS Volume Boosters

Type 2625 and 2625NS Volume Boosters

A Type 2625 or 2625NS volume booster (figure 1) is
used in conjunction with a positioner on a throttling
control valve to increase stroking speed. The Type
2625NS is a nuclear-service version and uses
elastomeric components that better withstand high
temperature and radiation environments.

The booster incorporates fixed deadband, soft seat

construction, and an integral bypass restriction to
eliminate positioner saturation problems that can
occur with volume boosters that do not have these
features. Adjustment of the integral bypass
restriction is necessary for system stability. This
adjustment does not affect the deadband of the
volume booster, but does permit the control valve to
respond to small input signal changes without
sacrificing steady-state accuracy. It also allows the
booster to deliver high-volume output for fast W4727 / IL
stroking when large, rapid input signal changes
occur.
Figure 1. Type 2625 Volume Booster
The volume booster, when used in conjunction with
a positioner/actuator, is used only to improve
stroking speed. It is not recommended for other D Adjustable Response—Integral bypass
applications requiring a high-accuracy, restriction tunes the booster response so that
instrument-type volume booster. If the volume smooth actuator motion follows the slow signal
booster is to be used only with an actuator, for on-off changes.
control, the integral bypass restriction on the booster
must be closed (turned fully clockwise).

Connectors and piping can be installed with either D Efficient Operation—Soft seats provide tight
Type 2625 or Type 2625NS volume booster for shutoff to reduce unnecessary air consumption and
diagnostic testing. eliminate saturation of positioner relays.

Features
D Fast Response—Booster delivers the volume D Maintains Accuracy—Booster permits high
needed for rapid actuator stroking when large input actuator stroking speeds upon demand without
changes suddenly occur. degrading the positioner steady–state accuracy.

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2625, 2625NS Volume Boosters
Specifications
Supply Pressure Ranges
When used in conjunction with a positioner or
other pneumatic accessory, always pipe the
positioner and volume booster with one common
supply through a Type 64 or 95H regulator (see
figure 3). A high-capacity filter, such as the Type
262C, should be installed in the supply line to the
regulator. Supply pressure also must not exceed
the maximum pressure rating of the actuator.
Constructions are available in two maximum
supply ranges.
When Normally Used With Diaphragm
Actuators: Up to 2.8 bar (40 psig)
When Normally Used With Piston Actuators:
Up to 10.3 bar (150 psig)
Input Signal Pressure
Positioner output
Maximum Input Signal Pressure
10.3 bar (150 psig)
Fixed Input-to-Output Pressure Ratio
1 to 1
Nominal Deadband(1)
Percent of Positioner Output Span(2):
3/32 inch (2.4 mm) exhaust port: 2%
3/8 inch (9.5 mm) exhaust port: 3.5%
1/2 inch (12.7 mm) exhaust port: 5%
Construction Materials
Body: Aluminum
Seat Ring: Brass
Diaphragms
Type 2625: Nitrile/nylon
1. This term defined in ISA Standard S51.1.
2. Zero to maximum supply.
3. May be used in any combination.
Principle of Operation
Refer to figures 2 and 3. Because of the bypass
restriction, large input signal changes register on the
booster input diaphragm sooner than in the actuator.
A large, sudden change in input signal causes a
pressure differential to exist between the input signal
and the output of the booster. When this occurs, the
diaphragms move to open either the supply port or
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Type 2625NS: EPDM/Nomex
Upper and Lower Valves:
Type 2625: Nitrile-Hypalon
rubber/aluminum/stainless steel
Type 2625NS: EPDM/aluminum/stainless steel
O-Rings:
Type 2625: Nitrile
Type 2625NS: EPDM
Connectors for Diagnostic Testing: J Stainless
steel or J brass
Operative Temperature Limits(1)
Type 2625: –40 to 71_C (–40 to 160_F)
Type 2625NS: –40 to 93_C (–40 to 200_F)
Connections
Input Signal: 1/4 inch NPT
Supply and Output: 3/4 inch NPT
Port Diameters(3)
Supply Port: J 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) or J 1/2 inch
(12.7 mm)
Exhaust Port: J 3/32 inch (2.4 mm), J 3/8 inch
(9.5 mm) or J 1/2 inch (12.7 mm)
Maximum Flow Coefficients
See table 1. Note: When sizing the volume
booster, pick the lowest Cg value that will meet
the valve stroking speed requirements. Oversizing
the booster capacity in a closed loop will lead to
stability problems, causing the bypass to have to
be opened so far that the booster will never
operate.
Approximate Weight
2.3 kg (5 lb)
the exhaust port, whichever action is required to
reduce the differential. The port remains open until
the difference between the booster input and output
pressures returns to within the deadband limit of the
booster. With the bypass restriction adjusted for
stable operation, a signal with small magnitude and
rate changes passes through the bypass restriction
and into the actuator without initiating booster
operation.
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September 2002 2625, 2625NS Volume Boosters
INPUT SIGNAL
DIAPHRAGMS BYPASS RESTRICTION
ADJUSTING SCREW
EXHAUST BYPASS
PORT RESTRICTION

EXHAUST

SUPPLY
PORT

SUPPLY OUTPUT TO
ACTUATOR

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Figure 2. Sectional View of Type 2625 Volume Booster

Both supply and exhaust ports remain closed, both the positioner and booster (or boosters) is
preventing unnecessary air consumption and recommended. The supply medium must be clean,
possible saturation of positioner relays. dry, oil-free air or non-corrosive gas. (Use a clean,
dry, oil-free air supply with instruments containing
EPDM components. EPDM is subject to degradation
when exposed to petroleum-based lubricants.) Keep
Type 2625NS for Nuclear-Service in mind that many actuators require larger casing or
Applications cylinder connections to take full advantage of the
booster’s ability to deliver its high-volume output.
The Type 2625NS uses EPDM (ethylene-propylene) Dimensions are shown in figure 4. Ensure that the
elastomeric parts. These parts have superior supply pressure is connected to correspond with the
resistance to degradation at elevated temperature flow arrow on the booster.
and radiation levels. This version is suitable for
nuclear service applications where oil-free supply air
is available. Table 1. Maximum Flow Coefficients(1)
PORT SIZE
COEFFICIENTS
Both the Type 2625 and 2625NS are available as COMBINATIONS
safety-related items when processed using the Supply Exhaust
Supply Port Exhaust Port
Port Port
commercial grade dedication section of Fisher
In. mm In. mm Cv Cg C1 Cv Cg C1
Control’s 10CFR50, Appendix B, quality assurance
3/32 2.4 3.74 113 30.2 0.23 8.05 35.0
program. 10CFR21 reporting is also part of the
3/8 9.5 3/8 9.5 3.74 113 30.2 2.29 80.2 35.0
safety related processing program. Seismic 1/2 12.7 3.74 113 30.2 2.52 88.2 35.0
operability testing has been done to qualify both
3/32 2.4 4.98 160 32.1 0.24 8.43 35.0
versions as rigid items at levels up to 9g’s uniaxial 1/2 12.7 3/8 9.5 4.98 160 32.1 2.30 80.7 35.0
(in each axis). Further nuclear service qualification 1/2 12.7 4.98 160 32.1 2.72 95.4 35.0
data is available on request. Type 3570 Valve
0.25 8.8 35.2 0.25 8.8 35.2
Positioner
Type 3582 Valve
0.17 6.0 35.3 0.19 6.65 35.0
Positioner
Installation Type 3610J, 3610JP,
3611JP, 3620J, 0.37 13.0 35.0 0.30 10.5 35.0
Figure 3 shows typical installations for the Type 3620JP, 3621JP
2625 or 2625NS volume booster on piston and 1. Consult your Fisher Controls sales office for special stroking speed
diaphragm actuators. A single regulator that supplies requirements.

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2625, 2625NS Volume Boosters September 2002

POSITI- POSITIONER OUTPUT

ONER TYPE 2625 TYPE 2625
VOLUME VOLUME
BOOSTER BOOSTER
SIGNAL

POSITIONER
SUPPLY OUTPUT

TYPE 64 OR 95H

TYPE 2625 VOLUME

BOOSTER SIGNAL

ACTUATOR

A0795-3 / IL
WITH A PISTON ACTUATOR POSITIONER
SUPPLY
NOTE: ACTUATOR
1 CONNECTION LOCATION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TEST- TYPE
ING A0794-3 / IL 64 OR 95H

WITH A DIAPHRAGM ACTUATOR

Figure 3. Typical Installations

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1/4-18 NPT
INPUT CONN
(0.84) Ordering Information
Note: Fisher does not assume responsibility for
the selection, use, or maintenance of any
9 EXHAUST 111 product. Responsibility for proper selection, use,
HOLES
7 (0.28) DIA
(4.38) and maintenance of any Fisher product remains
solely with the purchaser and end user.
When ordering, please specify:
3/4-14 NPT 1. Supply and exhaust port sizes. See table 1 for Cv
SUPPLY
CONN 48
and Cg values.
(1.88)
2. Supply pressure range of up to 2.8 bar (40 psig)
or up to 10.3 bar (150 psig).
60 3/4-14 NPT
(2.38) OUTPUT
121
(4.75) TO
3. Nuclear service, if applicable. Consult factory for
mm ACTUATOR ordering assistance.
A0807-3 / IL (INCH)

Figure 4. Dimensions

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