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VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V Bosch Rexroth Indramat

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The VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V is a Bosch Rexroth Indramat electric amplifier with PID control action and a 24 VDC nominal supply. A 100 kΩ command input resistance and DIN 41612-F32 plug-in connection support clean integration in valve control panels. Strong output performance for size 10 valves is reinforced by a 3.7 A maximum solenoid current.

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Product Description:

The VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V is a plug-in electric amplifier manufactured by Bosch Rexroth Indramat for the VT-VRPA Electric Amplifiers series. Installed in a 19-inch rack, the card interfaces between a motion controller and a proportional valve, scaling reference signals and driving the valve solenoid on size 10 hydraulic manifolds. Within an automation loop, it closes the position or flow control circuit by turning low-level electrical commands into regulated coil current that positions the valve spool.

The amplifier operates from a nominal bus voltage of 24 VDC, and its electronics can draw up to 2.7 A during demanding transients. Closed-loop behavior is handled by a PID network that adjusts coil current according to positional feedback, while a command input impedance of 100 kΩ ensures that upstream signal sources are not heavily loaded. Drive energy reaches the actuator through a single output stage rated for a maximum solenoid load of 60 VA, allowing the card to energize proportional coils without external boosters. Diagnostic circuitry includes an open-collector error channel capable of carrying 100 mA, so PLC inputs can monitor fault status without relay isolation. This arrangement supports direct communication of operating faults to the connected control system.

An internal sensor rail provides +15 V, and its return leg is fixed at -15 V to supply displacement transducers and LVDTs mounted on the valve. The card can deliver up to 3.7 A of controlled current to the solenoid, and the reference channel supports a 10 kΩ signal-source potentiometer for manual bias during setup. Under normal duty, the board typically dissipates 55 W, so cabinet airflow must remove that heat to keep component temperatures within operating limits. A DIN 41612-F32 connector carries all power, command, and feedback lines, simplifying rack wiring and module installation. Mechanical loading on the rack is minimal because the module weighs only 0.49 kg, while the housing shields the circuitry from vibration common around hydraulic power units.

Command Input Resistance
100 kΩ
Compatible Valve Size
10
Control Action
PID
Error Output Max Current
100 mA
Error Output Type
Open Collector
Max Current Draw
2.7 A
Nominal Supply Voltage
24 VDC
Output Stages
1
Plug-in Connection
DIN 41612-F32
Position Supply Negative
-15 V
Sensor Supply Voltage
+15 V
Signal Source Potentiometer
10 kΩ
Solenoid Max Current
3.7 A
Solenoid Max Power
60 VA
Typical Power Draw
55 W
Weight
0.49 kg

Frequently Asked Questions about VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V:

Q: What type of control action does the VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V amplifier provide?

A: The VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V electric amplifier uses a PID control action for precise closed-loop operation.

Q: What is the required supply voltage for the VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V amplifier?

A: This amplifier operates with a nominal supply voltage of 24 VDC.

Q: What is the maximum solenoid current supported by the VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V amplifier?

A: The maximum current the solenoid can handle is 3.7 A, allowing use with larger actuators.

Q: Which valve size is compatible with the VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V amplifier?

A: This model is compatible with valve size 10, making it suitable for standard industrial valve configurations.

Q: What type of plug-in connection does the VT-VARAP1-537-20/V0/5/3V use?

A: The plug-in connection type is a DIN 41612-F32, ensuring easy integration into existing systems.

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