Overview
The Invensys MP-5513 hydraulic actuator is an electro-hydraulic proportional actuator engineered for reliable control of heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems. This 24V 50/60Hz unit delivers spring-return fail-safe operation with 15 in-lb torque output, making it suitable for 2-way and 3-way valve or damper positioning in building automation and HVAC applications.
Key Features
- Proportional control with 0–10V DC input signal
- Spring return fail-safe design for safety-critical applications
- Compact electronic-hydraulic construction with oil-immersed motor and pump
- Manual override crank for emergency operation
- 1/2″ FNPT conduit connection with plenum-rated wiring (48″ cable standard)
- UL 873 and cUL certified for North American installations
Technical Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 24 VAC (nominal)
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Power Consumption: 10 W
- Current Draw: 0.60 A
- Torque Output: 15 in-lb
- Control Signal: 0–10 VDC analog input
- Input Impedance: 80 kΩ @ 0/2–10 VDC
- Fail-Safe Mode: Spring return
- Mounting: Direct-mount to valve body with integral linkage
- Operating Temperature: 40–281°F (4–138°C)
- Operating Humidity: 5–95% RH (non-condensing)
- Weight: 4.0 lbs
- Enclosure Rating: NEMA 1 (IP31)
Typical Applications
- Hydronic heating and cooling valve control in commercial HVAC systems
- Proportional damper or zone valve actuation in variable-flow systems
- Refrigeration system expansion valve or solenoid replacement
- Building automation system (BAS) actuator for analog/proportional control
- Two-way and three-way directional valve actuation
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- DDC (Direct Digital Control) systems with 0–10V proportional output
- HVAC building automation systems (BAS)
- Proportional valve controllers with 4–20 mA or voltage output
- VB-7000 and VB-8000 series Schneider Electric valve bodies
- Legacy Barber Colman control networks
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Barber Colman MP-5513 (original equipment equivalent)
- Invensys MF-5513 and MF-5513-702 HVAC variants (mechanical linkage verification required)
- Legacy Invensys proportional actuators rated 24V with spring return
Works With
- 0–10V proportional control signals from DDC panels and BACnet gateways
- Manual override crank for non-powered actuation during system shutdown
- Integrated feedback potentiometer for position verification (optional with feedback models)
- Standard HVAC building automation software (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Trane, Schneider Electric)


