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Compact stainless steel designContact-free position sensorAutomatic TUNE functionIP65/67

BURKERT 323246 8694 Digital Electropneumatic Positioner

Burkert Type 8694 digital electropneumatic positioner for integrated mounting on process control valves. Features compact stainless steel design, automatic TUNE function, and AS-Interface/IO-Link/büS communication.

BURKERT 323246 8694 Digital Electropneumatic Positioner

Burkert Type 8694 is a compact digital electropneumatic positioner designed for integrated mounting on pneumatically controlled process control valves. The set-point value setting default occurs via standard signal 4-20 mA and/or via AS interface. A sensor element with contactless function records the valve spindle position. Simple start-up is achieved via the automatic TUNE function and setting with the aid of DIP switches.

Additional options are available for parametrizing using device DTM. A software interface can be used for the linearization of the operating characteristic with the aid of a freely programmable characteristic. The status indicator functions using LEDs, and an analogue position feedback can be optionally integrated.

Key Features ​

  • Compact and robust stainless steel design
  • Start-up with automatic TUNE function
  • Contact-free position sensor
  • Integrated pilot air duct in the actuator
  • AS interface, IO-Link or Bürkert system bus (büS)

Structure ​

BURKERT 323246 Burkert 8694 structure

The positioner Type 8694 consists of the micro-processor controlled electronics, the position measuring system and the control system. The device is designed using three-wire technology. The positioner is operated via 2 keys and a 4-pole DIP switch. The pneumatic control system for single-acting actuators consists of 2 solenoid valves.

General Technical Data ​

Product propertiesDescription
Body MaterialPPS, stainless steel
Seal MaterialEPDM
Cover MaterialPC
Operating keys2
DIP switchIntegrated
Configuration toolBürkert Communicator
InitialisationAutomatically by X.TUNE function
Status displayMulticoloured LEDs
Measurement principleLinear: inductive / Rotary: magnetic
Stroke rangeLinear: 3...45 mm / Rotary: 30...180°
Operating voltage24 V DC ± 25% (UL: NEC Class 2)
Power consumption≤ 3.5 W
Protection classIII according to DIN EN 61140
Control mediumNeutral gases, air, quality class according to ISO 8573 - 1
Supply pressureLow air capacity: 0...7 bar / High air capacity: 3...7 bar
Ambient temperature-10...+60 °C
Degree of protectionIP65/IP67 according to EN 60529, 4X according to NEMA 250 Standard

Note

The supply pressure applied must be 0.5 to 1 bar above the minimum required pilot pressure of the valve actuator.

Dimensions ​

Mounting on ELEMENT control valve Type 23xx / 2103

BURKERT 323246 Burkert 8694 dimensions

(Dimensions in mm, unless otherwise stated)

Product Connections ​

Electrical connection: Without fieldbus communication 24 V DC

BURKERT 323246 Burkert 8694 electrical connection 24V DC

PinPin assignment
1Set-point + (0/4...20 mA)
2Set-point GND
3Operating voltage GND
4Operating voltage + 24 V DC
5Digital input +
6Digital input GND
7Analogue position feedback GND
8Analogue position feedback + (option)

Performance Specifications ​

Signal flow diagram (Position control loop)

BURKERT 323246 Burkert 8694 signal flow diagram

Additional software options of the TopControl BASIC positioner Type 8694 (extract)

  • X.Tune function for automatic start-up
  • Linear characteristic
  • Close-tight function
  • Reversal of the operating direction of the set-point signal
  • Switching between manual and automatic mode
  • Digital input
  • Device operation via service büS interface and communicator
  • Set-point value selection (0/4…20 mA)
  • Position controller parametrisation
  • Programmable stroke range limit
  • Limitation of opening/closing time
  • Safety position definition
  • Signal error detection

Approvals and Conformities ​

  • Explosion protection (Optional): ATEX II 3D Ex tc IIIC T135 °C Dc / II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc; IECEx Ex tc IIIC T135 °C Dc / Ex ec IIC T4 Gc.
  • North America (Optional): UL Listed for the USA and Canada (cULus certificate: E238179). FM Explosion Protection (Increased Safety for Class I, Zone 2).
  • Others (Optional): China Compulsory Certification (CCC).