Solenoid valves are electronically operated devices that are used to control and direct the flow of gases or liquids. They are useful in situations that demand remote control of fluids or other media. There are several types of solenoid valves, and two way solenoid valves are the most common. Basic Operation of Two Way Valves […]
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Normally Open Solenoid Valve
Solenoid valves are used to control the flow of fluids (gases and liquids). These valves act by opening or closing orifices through which these fluids flow. There are two basic operations of solenoid valves: the normally open solenoid valve (NO) and the normally closed (NC) versions. These valves are produced by different manufacturers, but their […]
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Many people these days love having a HUGE horn in their rig to show off and get attention. Finding all the parts for your air horn system kind be troublesome but not very hard to install. Some of the things you’ll need are a compressor, air tank and large air horns. Find a good spot […]
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What is Cv ? Cv = Flow coefficient or flow capacity rating of a valve. The flow coefficient Cv is the volume (in US gallons) of water at 60°F that will flow per minute through a valve with a pressure drop of 1 psi across the valve. This formula can assist in determining the correct valve for […]
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A solenoid valves voltage is determined by the coil installed on the solenoid valve body. The solenoid coil is the electromagnetic device that when energized controls the function of the solenoid valve. Here in the US our standard infrastructure is 110 or 120 volts. For this reason a 110V solenoid valve is probably the easiest […]
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Every application that requires a valve doesn’t always require a valve with the same function. The most common valve configuration is 2-way but what if you need to control the flow a third way? This is when locating a 3 way solenoid valve is necessary. If your searching for a 3-way solenoid valve you’ve probably noticed […]
Continue ReadingElectric Vacuum Solenoids: Lightening The Load On Your Wallet And The Environment
Electric vacuum solenoids are an essential component in the majority of internal combustion engines. Furthermore, due to their ‘recycling’ of exhaust fumes, while electric vacuum solenoids hardly bring cars up to ‘green’ standards of environmental friendliness, they do help reduce the quantity of noxious, toxic gases that cars unleash on the atmosphere. Thus, until the […]
Continue ReadingBurkert Valves: High Quality Contromatics
Burkert is an international presence in the automation industry, and Burkert valves are known as being some of the best quality contromatic valves available. With research centres in both France and Germany, and over 150 employees working to push the forefront of technological sophistication and development, the company remains a model of innovation and adaptability […]
Continue ReadingThe Many Uses Of 12v Linear Actuators
12v linear actuators offer a high level of power, and are particularly useful when you need to automate the raising or lowering of some component of your car, such as the hood or trunk. Linear actuators are also often used in acoustic engineering, to move amp racks to which amplifiers are mounted by their faces […]
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Common Valves Symbols These symbols represent different kinds of valves
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