Electric Solenoid Valves

A solenoid valve is used for controlling the flow of process media from one location to another. It utilizes an electromechanical device that can turn on or shut off the flow and can be used to control the flow of steam, air, water, oil, or other processes. An electric solenoid valve can be used alone or in tandem with other components (like ball valves, for instance). One or more of these handy valves may be placed on a manifold with several control operations.

The Key Features of Our Electric Solenoid Valves

We take pride in offering a range of high-quality electric solenoid valves designed to enhance your industrial processes or plumbing services, ensuring your clients are satisfied with their piping systems. Here’s what sets our solenoid valves apart:

1. Versatile Sizes: Our valves come in a variety of sizes, making it easy to find the perfect fit for any application.
2. Reliable Action Mechanisms: Whether you need direct-acting or pilot-operated valves, we have options that provide the flexibility and reliability you need.
3. Durable Materials: Made from robust materials like brass, our valves are built to last and perform reliably in various environments.
4. Flexible Configurations: With both 2-way and 3-way valve options available, our products can be adapted to a wide range of uses.
5. Broad Temperature Range: Our valves can operate efficiently in temperatures ranging from 32°F to 125°F (0°C to 52°C), with some models capable of handling even more extreme conditions.
6. Energy Efficiency: Designed to be energy-efficient, our valves consume as little as 2.5 watts, helping you keep operational costs low.
7. Wide Pressure Range: Our valves are capable of handling pressures from 20 to 120 PSIG, making them suitable for various pressure settings.
8. Convenient Electrical Connections: We offer valves with different electrical connection options, such as conduit and DIN, to ensure they integrate smoothly into your systems.
9. Standard NPT Threading: All ValveMan solenoid valves feature NPT (National Pipe Thread) connections, ensuring easy compatibility with most valve applications.. NPT is the industry-standard threading for pipes and fittings.

 

Types of Solenoid Valves

Pilot Operated Solenoid Valves

Pilot operated solenoid valves depend on system pressure to open and close the valve, making them highly energy-efficient and ideal for high-pressure and high-flow applications. Pilot operated solenoid valves are commonly used in industrial automation, fluid control applications, and heavy-duty pneumatic operations, offering reliability and precise control.

Voltages: 

VAC - 110/120VAC, 220/240VAC, 24VAC

VDC - 12VDC, 24VDC

Combustion Options:

Water

Air

Gas

Liquid

Oil

Direct Acting Solenoid Valves

Direct acting solenoid valves operate independently of system pressure. These valves provide fast and consistent operation, making them suitable for low-flow systems, vacuum applications, or systems requiring immediate fluid shut-off. Their simplicity and effectiveness make them excellent for smaller applications in industrial automation and medical equipment.

Voltages: 

VAC - 110/120VAC, 220/240VAC, 24VAC

VDC - 12VDC, 24VDC

Combustion Options:

Water

Air

Inert Gas

Liquid

Process Solenoid Valves

Process solenoid valves are specifically designed for handling fluids and gases in demanding process control applications. They provide robust performance and reliability in chemical processing, refining operations, and other critical applications where precise control, durability, and operational safety are paramount.

Voltages:

VAC - 24VAC, 110/120VAC, 120VAC, 220/240VAC, 240VAC, 480VAC

VDC - 12VDC, 24VDC

Operation Options:

Direct Acting

Normally Closed

Pilot Operated

Combustion Options:

Water

Air

Gas

Inert Gas

Liquid

Oil

Automation Solenoid Valves
Automation solenoid valves are engineered for precise control in automated systems, offering dependable performance in applications ranging from fluid handling to pneumatic actuation. These valves integrate seamlessly into industrial automation setups, providing flexible configurations, fast response times, and compatibility with a wide range of voltages and media types. They are ideal for systems that demand consistent, repeatable performance and remote actuation.

Voltages:
VAC – 110/120VAC, 110VAC, 120VAC, 220/240VAC, 220VAC, 24VAC
VDC – 12VDC, 24VDC

Operation Options:
Direct Acting
Pilot Operated
Spring Return

Combustion Options:
Air
Inert Gas
Liquid
Water

 

Materials

Stainless Steel

Our stainless steel solenoid valves offer unmatched strength, longevity, and corrosion-resistant durability, particularly beneficial in demanding environments. They are institutional-grade components ideal for applications in food and beverage, chemical processing, pharmaceutical production, marine environments, and outdoor installations. The durability of stainless steel ensures safe operation, regulatory compliance, maximized efficiency, and reliable long-term performance.

Brass

Brass solenoid valves are widely used due to their durability, versatility, and excellent resistance to corrosion. Ideal for pilot acting solenoid valves, brass offers reliable performance in applications including water handling, pneumatic systems, and industrial automation where moderate pressure and temperature conditions exist.

316 Stainless Steel

316 stainless steel is a superior grade offering exceptional corrosion resistance, making it particularly suitable for direct acting solenoid valves used in aggressive media environments, chemical processing, marine applications, and pharmaceutical industries. Its high-strength properties ensure safe and efficient valve operation.

PTFE (Teflon)

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) solenoid valves are valued for their exceptional chemical resistance and non-reactivity. They are ideal for direct acting solenoid valves handling highly aggressive media, providing reliability in chemical processing plants, pharmaceutical applications, and laboratory environments.

Solenoid Valve Industrial Applications

ValveMan solenoid valves are employed across various industries and critical applications, including:

• HVAC Systems: Management of temperature and pressure
• Water and Fluid Handling: Flow control and water treatment
• Industrial Automation: Process control in machinery
• Medical and Pharmaceutical Equipment: Precision and accuracy
• Agricultural Irrigation: Efficient water management
• Automotive: Emission and fluid control
• Beverage Dispensing: Accurate and sanitary fluid flow
• Gas Distribution: Safe and regulated continuous gas flow

Modes of Operation

Normally Closed

Normally closed (NC) solenoid valves remain closed unless energized. This feature is beneficial in safety applications, ensuring fluids or gases remain securely contained when not in use. Normally closed valves are commonly used in safety products, industrial equipment, emergency shutdown systems, and fluid containment applications requiring fail-safe functionality.

Normally Open

Normally open (NO) solenoid valves remain open by default and close when energized. These valves are essential in applications requiring continuous flow with occasional interruption, such as HVAC systems, continuous manufacturing processes, and operational processes that continue flow until intentionally stopped.

Additional Features and Benefits

ValveMan solenoid valves include advanced features engineered to enhance operational performance, such as:

• Durable valve body construction for reliability under challenging conditions.
• Compact design ideal for space-restricted installations.
• Advanced coil technology, providing longer valve life and reduced power consumption.
• Easy maintenance, simplified repairs, and minimized downtime and repair costs.
• Proportional valves designed for precise control applications.

Your Trusted Solenoid Valve Distributor for Industrial and Medical Applications

As a reliable solenoid valve distributor, ValveMan provides solutions for fluid control that can be integrated across many industries, including industrial and medical applications. Our comprehensive catalog includes electric solenoid valves with superior precision, performance, and reliability under the harshest conditions, including high pressure, steam, gas, air, liquid, and oil control applications.

We know that every system has its own requirements. That is why we provide custom designs with flexible configurations to meet specifications, ranging from normally closed valves to manifold assemblies built for the extreme environment. Whether miniature valves for analytical equipment or full-size solenoid valves for process automation, we have the solutions to help you increase efficiency and maintain consistent performance.

Every valve delivers rapid response times, coil durability, and low maintenance. Our valves have improved productivity for customers in many sectors where fluid control is dependent on consistency.

When engaging a solenoid valve distributor who puts value on service and innovation, you are accessing products with extensive experience, enabling vendors to obtain Top Quality, Fluid Control Solutions. From industrial process systems to energy to medical sectors, ValveMan is there to support you with comprehensive, high performance solutions.

Have a look at our catalog today to find the valves you need for your application, and experience the dependable products that separate us from our competitors.

FAQs

What is an automatic shut off valve?

An automatic shut off valve automatically stops the flow of pressurized fluid or gas, safeguarding the system during unexpected pressure changes or emergency situations.

What is the purpose of a pilot valve?

A pilot valve controls the main valve, providing sufficient differential pressure through auxiliary valves to ensure proper functionality.

What is the default state of normally closed valves?

A normally closed valve remains in the closed position when in a de-energized state. The valve opens when energized by an electric coil current.

What types of applications use materials suitable for aggressive media?

Applications involving aggressive media typically use stainless steel components, due to their resistance to corrosion and chemical damage.

What applications use normally open solenoid valves?

Applications that typically remain open include agricultural irrigation systems, cooling processes, and continuous production line processes.

What is a solenoid coil and what is its function?

A solenoid coil generates a magnetic field when energized, converting electrical energy into mechanical movement to open or close the valve.

Why is valve body construction important?

The valve body houses all internal components, providing structural integrity, durability, and protection against system pressures and aggressive media.

What is sufficient pressure differential in solenoid valves?

Sufficient pressure differential is the minimum pressure difference required across a valve to ensure it operates effectively, particularly in pilot operated valves.

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