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    About Directional Control Valves
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    Choose the right valve for your application by matching the actions you'll power to our flow diagrams.

    Modular Air Directional Control Valves with Air Manifolds

    Image of System. Front orientation. Directional Control Valves. Modular Air Directional Control Valves with Air Manifolds.
    Mount valves to a single-station base or to a manifold, which allows a single pressure source for multiple valves, then add or remove valves as your needs change. Valves with the same style can be used on the same manifold. For example, you can put a Style B, 2-position, spring-return valve and a Style B, 3-position, solenoid-return valve on the same manifold.
    3-Way Valves
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Directional Control Valves. Modular Air Directional Control Valves with Air Manifolds, 3 Way.
    3-way valves create one action, such as extending a cylinder.
    Fail-Closed Valve—Fail-closed valves block airflow until actuated.
    Spring Return—Valves with spring return actuation go back to their original position when voltage is removed.
    Flow Coefficient (Cv)—Flow coefficient (Cv) indicates how much airflow can pass through a valve.
    Overall
    Style
    No. of
    Valves
    No. of Flow
    Ports
    No. of Flow
    Positions
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ 100 psi, scfm
    Flow Coefficient
    (Cv)
    Pressure Range,
    psi
    Vacuum Rating,
    in. Hg
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Body
    Material
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Each
    3/2 Flow Pattern—Fail-Closed Valve
     
    Single Solenoid—Spring Return
    A1325.9940.19-14 to 14.529.92 11/16"3/4"3 1/16"Aluminum
    Yes11061975K56000000
     
    4-Way Valves
    Image of Product. Single Solenoid Valve with Wire Leads. Front orientation. Single Solenoid. Modular Air Directional Control Valves with Air Manifolds, 4 Way.
    Image of Product. Double Solenoid Valve. Front orientation. Double Solenoid. Modular Air Directional Control Valves with Air Manifolds, 4 Way.

    Single Solenoid Valve

    with Wire Leads

    Double Solenoid Valve

    4-way valves create two actions, such as extending and then retracting a double-acting cylinder.
    5/3 (Closed Center) Flow Pattern—5/3 (closed center) valves close all ports in the off position to stop equipment in a locked position with air pressure holding it in place.
    5/3 (Exhaust Center) Flow Pattern—5/3 (exhaust center) valves exhaust all air pressure in the off position, allowing equipment to return to the neutral position.
    5/3 (Pressure Center) Flow Pattern—5/3 (pressure center) valves create two actions at the same time, such as extending two single-acting cylinders at once.
    Spring Return—Valves with spring return actuation go back to their original position when voltage is removed.
    Solenoid Return—Valves with solenoid return actuation go back to their original position when voltage is moved from the first solenoid to the second solenoid.
    Flow Coefficient (Cv)—Flow coefficient (Cv) indicates how much airflow can pass through a valve.
    Overall
    Style
    No. of
    Valves
    No. of Flow
    Ports
    No. of Flow
    Positions
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ 100 psi, scfm
    Flow Coefficient
    (Cv)
    Pressure Range,
    psi
    Vacuum
    Rating
    Wire
    Connection
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Body
    Material
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Each
    5/2 Flow Pattern
     
    Single Solenoid—Spring Return
    B15280.2421 to 101Not RatedWire Leads2 5/8"3/8"1 1/8"Zinc AlloyYes11062165K83000000
    C152200.6421 to 101Not RatedWire Leads3 3/8"5/8"1 1/8"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K8800000
    D15235121 to 101Not RatedWire Leads4"3/4"1 1/4"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9400000
     
    Double Solenoid—Solenoid Return
    B15280.2421 to 101Not RatedWire Leads3 1/2"3/8"1 1/8"Zinc AlloyYes11062165K8400000
    C152200.6421 to 101Not RatedWire Leads4 1/4"5/8"1 1/8"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K8900000
    D15235121 to 101Not RatedWire Leads4 3/4"3/4"1 1/4"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9500000
     
    5/3 (Closed Center) Flow Pattern
     
    Double Solenoid—Solenoid Return
    B15360.1829 to 101Not RatedWire Leads3 7/8"3/8"1 1/8"Zinc AlloyYes11062165K8500000
    C153150.4729 to 101Not RatedWire Leads4 3/4"5/8"1 1/8"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9100000
    D153230.7229 to 101Not RatedWire Leads5 1/4"3/4"1 1/4"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9600000
     
    5/3 (Exhaust Center) Flow Pattern
     
    Double Solenoid—Solenoid Return
    B15360.1829 to 101Not RatedWire Leads3 7/8"3/8"1 1/8"Zinc AlloyYes11062165K8600000
    C153140.4429 to 101Not RatedWire Leads4 3/4"5/8"1 1/8"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9200000
    D153230.7129 to 101Not RatedWire Leads5 1/4"3/4"1 1/4"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9700000
     
    5/3 (Pressure Center) Flow Pattern
     
    Double Solenoid—Solenoid Return
    B15380.2429 to 101Not RatedWire Leads3 7/8"3/8"1 1/8"Zinc AlloyYes11062165K8700000
    C153150.4829 to 101Not RatedWire Leads4 3/4"5/8"1 1/8"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9300000
    D153200.6329 to 101Not RatedWire Leads5 1/4"3/4"1 1/4"Aluminum
    Yes11062165K9800000
     

    Single-Action Electrically Operated Air Directional Control Valves

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Directional Control Valves. Single-Action Electrically Operated Air Directional Control Valves, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Directional Control Valves. Single-Action Electrically Operated Air Directional Control Valves, Style E.

    Style C

    Style E

    These valves create one action, such as extending a cylinder. Apply voltage to the electrical connection to actuate. Also known as 3-way and 3/2 valves, they direct airflow from the inlet to your equipment and exhaust return airflow to create motion. In the off position, they exhaust air from the system, allowing equipment to reset so the action can be repeated. Valves without an exhaust connection exhaust air to the atmosphere.
    Threaded Female Inlet × Threaded Female Outlet: Fail-Closed Valve
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Directional Control Valves. Single-Action Electrically Operated Air Directional Control Valves, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Directional Control Valves. Single-Action Electrically Operated Air Directional Control Valves, Style E.

    Style C

    Style E

    Fail-closed valves block airflow until actuated.
    Spring Return—Valves with spring return actuation go back to their original position when voltage is removed.
    Solenoid Return—Valves with solenoid return actuation go back to their original position when voltage is moved from the first solenoid to the second solenoid.
    Flow Coefficient (Cv)—Flow coefficient (Cv) is a measurement that indicates how much airflow can pass through a valve. When selecting between valves with the same port size, choose the valve with the higher flow coefficient to ensure it provides enough airflow to operate your system.
    Valves
    Replacement
    Solenoids
    Overall
    Style
    No. of Flow
    Ports
    Inlet
    Size
    Outlet
    Size
    Exhaust
    Connection
    Max. Flow Rate
    @ 100 psi, scfm
    Flow Coefficient
    (Cv)
    Pressure Range,
    psi
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Mount
    Type
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Each
    Each
    Single Solenoid—Spring Return
    C310-32 UNF10-32 UNFThreaded270.5820 to 1253 3/8"3/4"2 1/8"Screw In1106124K5340000006124K192000000
     
    Double Solenoid—Solenoid Return
    E310-32 UNF10-32 UNFThreaded270.5820 to 1255"3/4"2 1/8"Screw In1106124K54100000———0
     

    Premium Solenoid On/Off Valves

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Solenoid On/Off Valves. Premium Solenoid On/Off Valves.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Premium Solenoid On/Off Valves.
    These top-of-the-line valves are comparable to Asco Red Hat 8210G Series and Parker Gold Ring 23C Series. They operate on electricity to automatically start and stop flow. The actuator is directly mounted to the valve body to minimize movement and reduce wear.
    Fail-Open Valve—Fail open valves are open unless actuated.
    Zero Pressure Drop Valve—Zero pressure drop valves don’t require a minimum pressure drop between the inlet and outlet for operation.
    Flow Coefficient (Cv)—Flow coefficient (Cv) is the amount of water (in gallons per minute) at 60° F that will flow through a fully open valve with a difference of 1 psi between the inlet and the outlet.
    Valves
    Repair Kits
    Solenoid Coils
    Pipe
    Size
    Gender
    Thread
    Type
    Flow Coefficient
    (Cv)
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Valve Type
    Manual
    Override
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal
    Material
    Valve
    Lg.
    Overall
    Ht.
    Certification
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Brass Body with Wire Lead Connection
     
    Fail Open—110V AC/120V AC
    1/2
    FemaleNPT
    4150 psi @ 180° FZero Pressure Drop, SolenoidNo35 to 180Buna-N
    2 3/4"4 3/8"UL Listed, CSA Certified
    2660K4800000002660K78100000002863N10000000
    1
    FemaleNPT
    13125 psi @ 180° FZero Pressure Drop, SolenoidNo35 to 180Buna-N
    3 15/16"6 15/16"UL Listed, CSA Certified
    2660K49000000002660K8060000002863N13000000
     

    Solenoid Valve Cords

    90° Elbow Socket with Wire Leads (1 Socket)
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Solenoid Valve Cords. 1 Socket.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    Connect hydraulic and air-powered valves, motors, pumps, and pressure switches.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67 rated cords protect against temporary submersion.
    No. of
    Poles
    No. of Ground
    Connections
    Current,
    amp
    Wire Lead
    AWG
    Cable Location
    Cable Lead
    Lg., ft.
    Color
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Features
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Specs.
    Met
    Each
    DIN A—0.71" (18 mm) Contact Distance
     
    110V AC/110V DC
    21418
    6.5Black1.06"1.18"1.77"Power-Indicating Light158IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K41000000
    21418
    16.5Black1.06"1.18"1.77"Power-Indicating Light158IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K41100000
     
    DIN BI—0.43" (11 mm) Contact Distance
     
    110V AC/110V DC
    21418
    With Ground Terminal6.5Black0.85"1.2"1.77"Power-Indicating Light158IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K41600000
    21418
    With Ground Terminal16.5Black0.85"1.2"1.77"Power-Indicating Light158IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K41700000
     
    DIN C—0.31" (8 mm) Contact Distance
     
    110V AC/110V DC
    21418
    16.5Black0.61"0.98"1.4"Power-Indicating Light158IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K42100000
     
    DIN CI—0.37" (9.4 mm) Contact Distance
     
    110V AC/110V DC
    21418
    6.5Black0.61"0.98"1.4"Power-Indicating Light185IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K42600000
     
    90° Elbow Socket with Wire Leads (3 Sockets)
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Solenoid Valve Cords. 3 Sockets.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    Connect hydraulic and air-powered valves, motors, pumps, and pressure switches.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67 rated cords protect against temporary submersion.
    No. of
    Poles
    No. of Ground
    Connections
    Current,
    amp
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Wire Lead
    AWG
    Cable Location
    Cable Lead
    Lg., ft.
    Terminal Connection
    Method
    Color
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Features
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Specs.
    Met
    Each
    DIN B—0.39" (10 mm) Contact Distance
     
    110V AC/110V DC
    31418
    18
    With Ground Terminal6.5SolderGray1.77"0.85"1.18"Power-Indicating Light185IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K113000000
    31418
    18
    With Ground Terminal16.5SolderGray1.77"0.85"1.18"Power-Indicating Light185IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    DIN 436504985K11400000
     
    DIN BI—0.43" (11 mm) Contact Distance
     
    110V AC/110V DC
    31418
    18
    Opposite Ground Terminal6.5SolderGray1.77"0.85"1.18"Power-Indicating Light185IP66K, IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    4985K11900000
    31418
    18
    Opposite Ground Terminal16.5SolderGray1.77"0.85"1.18"Power-Indicating Light185IP66K, IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    4985K12100000
    31418
    18
    With Ground Terminal10SolderGray1.77"0.85"1.18"Power-Indicating Light185IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    4985K12800000
    31418
    18
    With Ground Terminal33SolderGray1.77"0.85"1.18"Power-Indicating Light185IP67
    CSA-US Certified, CSA Certified
    4985K12900000
     
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