New platform
RAT-DC
20 Nm smart quarter-turn
- BACnet MS/TP & Modbus RTU
- Valve Signature™ built in
- Optional supercapacitor failsafe
RPE Premium Electric Actuator
20–5,000 NmIP67
Rugged, compact quarter-turn actuation from 20 Nm to 5,000 Nm.
The RPE is a rugged, compact electric quarter-turn actuator for on/off and modulating control of valves and dampers — a high-quality, reliable route to valve automation.
Direct-drive versions cover 20–2,300 Nm, with gearbox versions at 4,000 and 5,000 Nm. Every unit has visual position indication and a spanner, push or clutch-less handwheel for manual operation.
- 20–2,300 Nm direct drive
- 4,000 & 5,000 Nm gearbox versions
- IP67 standard, ATEX options
- Visual position indication
- Optional local LCD control panel
- Wide AC/DC voltage choice
Technical summary
| Actuator type | On/off or modulating |
|---|---|
| Torque | 20–2,300 Nm direct; 4,000 & 5,000 Nm gearbox |
| Enclosure | IP67; ATEX options |
| Supply | 24 V DC, 110 / 230 / 380 / 440 V AC |
| Manual control | Spanner (20–500 Nm), push or clutch-less handwheel |
| Weight | 1.2–78 kg |
| Options | 4–20 mA modulation, LCD panel, Ex d IIC T6 Gb (TBD) |
Specifications are a summary; refer to the datasheet or ask our engineers to confirm your configuration.
Where the RPE is used
- Agricultural irrigation
- Food processing
- Chemical processing
- Petroleum
- Paper production
- HVAC
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Need a different torque or supply?
Every RIFT actuator is configurable. Tell us the valve and we’ll confirm the right model and options.
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From 1.5 Nm to 14,000 Nm — SMART, electric and pneumatic actuators, all designed and supported from Bournemouth.
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RAS SMART
10–30 Nm
- IP67 protection as standard
- Bluetooth set-up from Android devices
- On/off or 4–20 mA modulating control
SMART 
RAM SMART
40–100 Nm
- Part-turn and multi-turn configurations
- IP67 for harsh environments
- Built-in touchpads for set-up
SMART 
RAL 300 SMART
100–300 Nm
- IP68 enclosure as standard
- Positioning accuracy to 0.1°
- 12–30 V DC for solar & battery sites
SMART 
RAL 600 SMART
300–600 Nm
- Up to 600 Nm output
- IP68 enclosure as standard
- AC or DC supply
Electric 
RPE
20–5,000 Nm
- 20–2,300 Nm direct drive
- 4,000 & 5,000 Nm gearbox versions
- IP67 standard, ATEX options
Electric 
RSE
50–1,200 Nm
- 50–1,200 Nm multi-turn
- IP65 standard; IP67, IP68 & Ex d options
- 4–20 mA standard control
Electric 
RQE
30–2,000 Nm
- 30–2,000 Nm output
- IP67, NEMA 4 & 6
- Lightweight: 2.1–14.5 kg
Electric 
RFT
20–100 Nm
- 20–100 Nm geared drive
- Quiet, stable operation
- 12/24 V DC or 230 V AC
Electric 
RXW
2–6 Nm
- WRAS-certified valve bodies
- Integrated manual override
- Wide voltage range
Pneumatic 
RSD
Scotch yoke
- High break-out torque
- Ideal for butterfly valves
- Quarter-turn on/off
Pneumatic 
RSS
Scotch yoke
- Fail-closed spring return
- High break-out torque
- Ideal for butterfly valves
Pneumatic 
RRD
Rack & pinion
- Linear torque output
- Compact body
- Quarter-turn
Pneumatic 
RRS
Rack & pinion
- Fail-safe spring return
- Linear torque output
- Compact body
Quote the RPE for your valve
Send the valve type, size, torque and control signal. We’ll return a price, lead time and wiring guidance.
Call the engineering team+44 (0) 1202 162457 Emailsales@riftactuators.com
Head officeUnit 6-7, 11-15 Francis Ave, Bournemouth BH11 8NX, UK