The patented flat yoke design of the F-Series provides an innovative alternative to traditional scotch yoke actuators. By using a slotted body concept, the body absorbs 100% of the yoke mechanism's side loading forces, meaning the piston rod is free of bending stress, while also allowing the rod to terminate at the yoke.
The additional of the weight and force balancing secod force module makes lifting and handling these actuators safer and easier while also reducing the valve neck stress that is caused by unbalanced actuators. These balanced forces create less internal friction loss and less wear, calling for less maintenance over time.