Saf-T-Gard® Hydraulic Actuator

MH74 Series
for use with 2", 3", 4” and 5" nominal gate valves

Description

Cameron’s Hydraulic Actuator is used in the master run or wing run of the tree on a reverse acting gate valve. The
Cameron MH hydraulic actuator product line has been developed by using the superior features of field proven
products and then combining them with innovative technology. Particular attention has been given to safety and
ease of maintenance. The Cameron MH hydraulic actuator series is designed to be used with all manufacture gate
valves in nominal sizes of 2" to 5". Its simple design and operating principle make this hydraulic actuator suitable
for all types of applications.

Design Advantages
Superior Piston Design
Cameron MH hydraulic actuators utilize a special Top Shaft
actuator head with a single piston design. The single
piston design minimizes the amount of fluid required to Rod Wiper
compress the large power spring. Quick closure time and
small swept volume are the result of this innovative Piston Head Seal
design. Minimum down time is an additional benefit with
quick and easy access to the Piston “T” seal without Pressure Relief
Pressure Inlet
Device
removing the actuator from well site for repair.

Visual Piston Indicator Piston Seal

The MH Rising Stem version has an external position

Piston Head
indicator in the form of a top shaft allows visual
inspection of the valve position. The top shaft is designed
Piston
to eliminate the transfer of torque to the gate and bonnet
stem when using a manual hold open device. The rising
Stroke Indicator Band
stem also provides simple mechanical and fusible lock
open capabilities. A non-rising stem (NRS) design is
Upper Spring Retainer
available. Visual position indication is provided by two
view windows 180 degrees apart on the housing of the
Downstop Shaft
non-rising design.

Spring System Housing

The actuator’s versatile design provides fast, trouble-free

Spring
interchange of major components and easy field
maintenance. Spring modules are “safety housed” for
Packing Retainer
trouble-free replacement without the need for special
compression tools.
Packing
Actuator Housing Not Pressurized
The actuator housing is not a pressure vessel, but is a Stem

structural covering only. All pressure-containing

components are located on top of actuator for quick, easy Bonnet

access. This is a safety advantage to workers on

platforms. The actuator head houses all of the pressure
containing components.

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Failsafe-Close Design Permanent Drift Setting
Upon loss of hydraulic pressure, the actuator will close Stainless steel spacers are used to provide
the valve with available spring force without wellbore permanent drift adjustment. Removal of the
pressure. actuator does not affect the adjustment.

Corrosion Resistant Materials Ease of Maintenance

All Cameron hydraulic actuators are manufactured to The actuator utilizes seals and backup rings on
NACE MR -01-75; in addition all non-stainless the piston and rising stem. Seals are readily
components are coated to maximize corrosion resistance. available worldwide and are easily replaced with
Cameron has special coatings or treatments available for common tools. Minimum down time is an
severe corrosion resistance requirements on springs, additional benefit with quick and easy access to
housings or any component that is exposed to severe the Piston “T” seal without removing the actuator
corrosive conditions. from well site for repair

Large Porting Eases Maintenance Drain Plugs Flushing Housing

Pressure inlet and relief flow passages are 1/2" Two large drain plugs are located at either end of
N.P.T. These larger ports are durable and help. the housing to facilitate cleaning of the actuator
eliminate debris buildup. spring housing.

Technical Specifications For MH74 RS (MH7402, MH7403, MH7404, MH7405)

Model MH74 Maximum Operating Pressure 6000 PSI (414 Bars)

Series 7000 Relief Device Setting (Optional) 6000 PSI (414 Bars)
Sizing For 1-13/16” – 5-1/8” Test Pressure 9000 PSI (621 Bars)
API Classification 6A 17th Edition SSV Trim for Standard Components AA
Trim for Retained Fluid Same as Valve / Bonnet
PSL* - Retained Fluid 1, 2, 3
Components Specifications
-20° F to + 250° F
PR-1 and PR-2 Appendix F 2.5 Operating Temperature** - (P/U)
(-29°C to + 138° C)

Crack Hold Open Swept Weight

Piston Size Model Valve Size Valve PSI
Open PSI PSI Volume Lbs / Kg
MH7402 2 1/16” 5000 1,074 792 28 cu3 195 / 88
Single MH7402 1 13/16” 10000 1,915 1,342 28 cu3 215 / 97
Piston MH7403 3 1/8” 5000 1,669 1,063 41.1 cu3 205 / 93
Hydraulic MH7403 3 1/16” 10000 3,157 1,853 41.1 cu3 225 / 102
with 4” MH7404 4 1/8” 5000 2,545 1,531 52.8 cu3 208 / 95
Piston MH7404 4 1/16” 10000 4,879 2,760 52.8 cu3 228 / 103
MH7405 5 1/8" 5000 3,799 2,298 53.37 cu3 210 / 95

*API requires that only retained fluid actuators must have a PSL rating.
** For special temperature applications, contact Cameron Willis Engineering.

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Periodic Maintenance Schedule
The following maintenance schedule is recommended for normal operations.

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Replace all seals in actuator assembly. At least every 36 Close and open “SSV” once. Operation should
months. Every month.
be smooth and consistent in both directions.
Inspect piston, actuator head, and top shaft. When bonnet
seals are Visually inspect for external damage such as Every 6
replaced. scratches, etc. If scratched or chipped, touch months.
with paint to prevent rust. If dented,
Inspect pressure relief device and pressure inlet Every month.
fittings for leaks. Clean top shaft and remove and inspect actuator to ensure the damage
debris. does not affect the actuator’ performance.

In order to maintain the traceability requirements, all certified replacement parts must be documented and referenced
in writing to each individual actuator by its serial number.

Trouble Shooting Chart

The following is a table of operations and maintenance problems which may be encountered with the actuator installed.
Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action
Control pressure in actuator Damaged control line. Inspect control line for damage and/or leaking.
will not build.
Insufficient Pressure in control line. Install gauge at pressure source to verify desired pressure available.

Faulty pressure gauge. Verify pressure gauge is correctly calibrated.

Leaking around bolted flange and/or Replace and/or inspect piston seals in accordance with assembly instructions. If
bottom of actuator. leakage persists, replace head in accordance with same instructions.

Actuator will not stroke on a Insufficient pressure in control line. Verify pressure availability from source. Consult control pressure information
valve whether or not valve is from the information chart per size valve application.
pressurized. Gate valve does
not stroke open when control Bonnet to stem binding. Consult appropriate maintenance and operating instructions for bonnet.
pressure is applied.
Valve and/or seats improperly installed. Remove actuator. Remove bonnet per appropriate maintenance and operating
manual per bonnet manufacturer. Repair and/or replace valve components in
accordance with valve manufacturer’s instructions.

Debris in valve and actuator vents. Remove actuator per instruction manual. Remove bonnet per instructions per
bonnet manufacturer maintenance and operating manual. Clean debris from valve
body.

Actuator will not attach to Debris in shaft or spring housing. Re-inspect housing and spring.
bonnet assembly.
Bonnet stem is not fully extended and back Grasp stem in bonnet and pull to full extension, properly back-seating stem.
seated.

Bad or wrong thread on bonnet stem and Check threads on bonnet stem and downstop for burrs, nicks, dings, and
downstop on bonnet/spring assembly. debris. Check size and thread pattern for proper engagement.

Actuator will not stroke to full Gate and seats are improperly installed Remove actuator per instructions in manual. Manually push and/or pull bonnet
closed or “Fail-Safe” closed causing excessive friction. stem to determine severity of binding. If severe, clean and inspect gate and seats
position. for wear abrasion. Replace if necessary.

Actuator will not drift after Incorrect number of spacers installed. Remove actuator per instructions in the manual. Check number of spacers.
assembly to bonnet/valve.
Wrong spacer per valve size. Repeat actuator removal and check for proper spacer per bill of material.

Improper gate to stem engagement. Remove actuator per instructions in manual. Remove bonnet per bonnet
manufacturer’s instructions. Check engagement per valve manufacturers
instructions and/or drawings. Reassemble.

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 Saf-T-Gard Hydraulic Actuator
Model MH74
Rising Stem
Top Shaft
7402, 7403, 7404, 7405
Rod Wiper

Piston Head Seal

Pressure Relief
Device Pressure Inlet

Piston Seal

Piston Head

Piston

Stroke Indicator Band

Upper Spring Retainer

Downstop Shaft

Housing

Spring

Packing Retainer

Packing

Stem

Bonnet

C3071

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