— Industries — Process Control
Reliable electronic process control
The KVA38 valve actuator delivers exceptional positional control and reliability for general-purpose process control applications, across almost any industry that runs on precise valve automation.
— Electronic control, without the tradeoffs
One actuator, almost any process
By eliminating motors and gearboxes from its actuators, Kinitics delivers superior reliability with all the benefits of fully electronic control. The KVA38 streamlines production by enhancing precision, efficiency, and automation — with no compressors, no air lines, and no oil to leak into your process.
“By eliminating motors and gearboxes from our actuators, the Kinitics KVA38 delivers superior reliability with all the benefits of electronic control.”
— Dean Pick, Kinitics Automation
— A leading choice across process control
Built for precision across demanding sectors
The KVA38 globe valve actuator is accurate and low-maintenance, improving process control and operational efficiency wherever precise, repeatable valve motion matters.
Water
Optimizes valve and pump control, improving efficiency and reliability across water distribution networks.
Pulp and paper
Maintains consistent operation and improves energy efficiency for high-quality, high-throughput production.
Utilities
Enables scalable, safe operations with precise control of gas and fluid distribution at any site.
— Drops into what you already run
Built for closed-loop control
Every KVA38 ships with a built-in positioner and integrated position feedback, so it reports exactly where the valve sits at all times — no separate feedback instrument to wire in, no extra points of failure.
Analog control
Standard current-loop signal input.
Serial / digital
Direct integration with PLCs and DCS.
Position feedback
Built-in positioner reports valve state.
24VDC / 120VAC
Runs on standard plant power.
— Why it holds up in continuous operation
What changes when you remove the motor and gearbox
- 100% duty cycle — continuously tracks a position command, no rest required.
- Fail-safe spring return — reliable closure on power or signal loss.
- Zero deadband — continuous tracking with no hunting, gentler on every element of the loop.
- No gearbox to wear — fewer mechanical parts means fewer failure points.
- Certified for hazardous locations — Class I Zone 1 rated.
— Key differentiators
What actually changes on the plant floor
Maintenance reduction
A streamlined mechanical design cuts maintenance frequency and cost, and reduces the production losses that come with unplanned downtime.
Safety and reliability
A spring-biased mechanism ensures reliable fail-safe operation during power or signal loss, maintaining operational continuity.
Infrastructure simplicity
Eliminates the need for complex supporting infrastructure, simplifying installation versus pneumatic systems.
Precision and control
Running at a 100% duty cycle, the KVA38 offers exceptional precision, improving efficiency versus conventional electric motors.
— Specifications
KVA38 at a glance
24VDC / 120VAC
Available in either operating voltage
1/2"–2" NPS
Compatible with standard globe valves
100% duty cycle
Continuous operation, no rest required
Built-in positioner
With integrated position feedback
−40 to 50°C [−40 to 122°F]
Rated operating range
Class I Zone 1
Hazardous location rating
— The full lineup
One shape memory alloy platform, three products
KVA38
Valve actuator
Zero-deadband, constant motion replaces methane-venting pneumatic controllers for reliable valve control in process applications.
KLA
Linear actuator
Up to 650 N of push or pull force from a high force-to-size ratio design. One moving part — the rod — means minimal maintenance and near-silent operation.
KPP
Piston pumps
Rated to 100 bar (1450 psi). Add a linear sensor for displacement and flow control, or a pressure sensor for direct pressure control.
Ready to talk through your process?
Send us your valve specs and we’ll help you size the right KVA38 configuration for your control system.