Reintroducing the Draft Regulator with Linear Actuator: A Legacy Product Backed by Preferred
Following our acquisition of Hays Cleveland, we are pleased to reintroduce the first updated product in the Hays line: the Draft Regulator with Linear Actuator.
This unit is a direct replacement for the Hays Cleveland R-9502-1012, combining draft control, sensor, and actuator into one compact, proven solution. And now, it’s backed by Preferred’s 105 years of industry experience and commitment to full support for Hays Cleveland products.
Whether you’re replacing legacy equipment or designing a new system, the updated Draft Regulator offers an intelligent control package, trusted by engineers and field techs alike.
What’s New and What’s Trusted
The Draft Regulator continues to deliver on the dependable performance of the original Hays design, now with improved support and integration flexibility. It’s ideal for applications where stable draft control is critical, especially in large commercial and industrial boiler systems.
Key Features at a Glance:
- Integrated Design: Combines draft control, sensor, and actuator for simplified installation
- Fail-Safe Operation: Self-locking actuator maintains its last position in case of power loss
- BMS Integration: Offers a direct relay interface to your burner management system
- Sequencing Control: Opens during purge, modulates via PID control, closes after shutdown
- Manual Override: Includes Automatic/Open switch for maintenance flexibility
- Customizable Control: Field-adjustable draft setpoint, dampening, proportional band, and deadband
- Feedback Ready: Isolated proof-of-open switch contact for secure system verification
This reliable draft control solution fits right into existing systems—no guesswork, no compromise. And with Preferred’s full support for all Hays products, you can count on access to parts, service, and expertise that keep your systems running.
Preferred + Hays Cleveland: Legacy performance with modern reliability.