Clippardβs new PQ-FV In-Line Flow Controls can be easily added to existing circuitry and are lightweight and compact in size. Since it is a tube-to-tube connection, in-line flow controls may be installed as a meter-in or meter-out device. The PQ-C Elbow Controls are ideal for low cost and lightweight applications when mounting directly to an […]
Valves
Festo Develops Low Cost Fieldbus Connectivity
The new CTEU bus node from Festo makes it easy to add Fieldbus connectivity to pneumatic valve terminals. CTEU enables fieldbus connectivity at costs no higher than those for multi-pin solutions. Fieldbus connectivity to valve terminals also significantly reduces installation and engineering costs. The CTEU bus node inexpensively opens up DeviceNet, CANopen, EtherCat, Profibus, and […]
GV-GTV Series High Flow Poppet Valves from Clippard
Clippardβs GV series valves offer a bubble tight design with high flow rates of 38 scfm @ 50 psig; 67 scfm @ 100 psig. These compact 2-way and 3-way valves are offered in 1/4β NPT and 3/8β push-quick ports along with a cartridge mounted version. With Clippardβs versatile 15/32-32 nose thread, a large variety of […]
Festo’s New Compact, Low-cost VTUG ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Valve
The VTUG is designed for food, beverage, packaging, electronics, semiconductor, and light assembly industries where low cost and assured performance (high flow rate, small footprint, and long cycle life) is essential. Compact, lightweight VTUG aluminum manifold and valve housings can be mounted in cabinets, on machines, and on robotic end effectors. The VTUG valve terminal […]
ControlAir Expands Product Offering with New Valve Positioner
ControlAir announced they are expanding their product offering to include a new line of valve positioners. The new Type-2000 ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ and Electro-ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Valve Positioners are designed to provide stable and accurate control of rotary and linear valves. These force balanced devices are operated with cam characterized air pressure control utilizing a low friction spool valve […]
Clippard HV-HTV Toggle & Stem Valve Series
Available in 3-way and 4-way configurations, Clippardβs new HV-HTV Β valves feature the same benefits available with other Minimatic brass valves: proven reliability, compact size, economical pricing, precision machining and more.Β These valves feature #10-32 inlet and outlet ports and are available as toggle or stem actuated, in addition to offering cartridge styles. Flows to 15 […]
ROSS Proportional Valves: Integral Piloting and Power
ROSS multitasking and durable Proportional valves have long been popular in glass industry for plunger, blower and hollow glass forming applications, but other industries are starting to discover the product’s many benefits. Β The steel industry, for example has found them especially useful in steel tension roll applications because they ensure constant system pressure for extended […]
Seeing pneumatic valves in action jogs the memory
You know youβre a fluid power dork when you go on a short plant tour and while seeing manufacturing in action, you canβt help but study the pumps, valves, compressors, hose, etc. to see what manufacturers are represented. Thatβs just what my colleague and I did on a recent walk-through of Ace Controls, Farmington Hills, […]
Hazardous Location Valves
Peter Paul explosion hazardous location valves are used where fire or explosion hazards exist due to the presence of flammable gases or vapors, flammable liquids, combustible dust, or easily ignitable fibers. Hazardous location valves are recommended, or in some cases compulsory, where a high level of protection from explosion is required. For applications that require […]
Norgren Breaks Out Solenoid Valve Range
Norgren has unveiled a new range of circuit breaker solenoid valves, providing the rail industry with advanced direct-acting, fast-response valve solutions for use on electric rail vehicles. The VR24Z range of 3/2 way solenoid operated poppet valves is suitable for compressed air systems that require a dedicated valve and cylinder to engage and disengage an […]
