ASCO RedHat offers the world's largest selection of General Purpose, Explosion-Proof & Special Service 2, 3 & 4 Way Solenoid Valves to handle virtually any application and the most demanding fluid control applications (Red Hat, Red Hat II, Next Generation). The solenoid is an electromagnetic part of a valve, comprised of a coil, coretube, core and enclosure.

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2-Way General Service Valves

General Service – Air/Inert Gas, Water, Lt. Oil (up to 300 SSU) service at moderate temperatures. These valves have two pipe connections, one inlet and one outlet, and are used to permit and shut off fluid flow. The two types of operations are “Normally Closed” and “Normally Open”.

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8030 Direct Acting Low Pressure/Vacuum – 3/8" to 3/4”

Valves available in normally closed and normally open constructions. Available in either AC or DC operated with brass or Stainless Steel bodies.

8040 High Flow/Low Pressure - 1/8” to 3/8”

Direct acting valves available in normally closed constructions only. Available AC operated with light weight aluminum bodies. Ideal for applications that demand high flows at low pressure.

8210 General Service Diaphragm/Piston – 3/8” to 2ฝ”

Solenoid pilot operated valves available in normally closed and normally open constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with Brass or Stainless Steel bodies for a wide variety of applications. Diaphragm constructions from 3/8”–1ฝ”, piston constructions from 3/8”–2ฝ”. Our most economical, high flow valve available.

8215 Low Pressure Air/Inert Gas – 3/8” to 3”

Solenoid pilot operated valves available in normally closed and normally open constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with Aluminum bodies.

8221 Slow Closing/Anti-Water Hammer – 3/8” to 2ฝ”

Solenoid pilot operated valves available in normally closed and normally open constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with brass bodies. Designed to effectively reduce damage caused by water hammer.

8223 High Pressure – 1/4” to 3/4”

Pilot operated solenoid valve available in a normally closed construction. They are a rugged piston construction built to withstand high pressures and are available AC or DC with brass and stainless steel bodies. Ideal for high pressure water applications (up to 1500 PSI).

8225 Sub-Miniature Poppet - 1/8”

Direct acting, normally closed solenoid valves. Available either AC or DC operated in brass or stainless steel bodies. Small poppet valve well suited for a wide variety of Air, Water, Lt. Oil Applications.

8260 Plastic Body, Air/Water – 1/4”

Direct acting valve available in a normally closed construction. Available AC or DC operated with plastic bodies designed to handle the challenges of harsh media. Ideal for water dispensing applications.

8262 Direct Acting Poppet – 1/8” to 1/4”

Direct acting solenoid poppet valves available either AC or DC operated in brass or stainless steel bodies. High flow and a variety of elastomers for a wide range of applications.

8263 Direct Acting Poppet, Normally Closed – 1/4" to 3/8”

Direct acting normally closed solenoid poppet valves available either AC or DC operated in brass or stainless steel bodies. High flow and a variety of elastomers for a wide range of applications. Field replaceable seat/orifice design for flexibility.

8280 Group Mounted Sub-Miniature Poppet - 1/8"

Direct acting, normally closed solenoid valves. Available either AC or DC operated in brass or stainless steel bodies. Small poppet valve well suited for a wide variety of Air, Water, Lt. Oil Applications.

 

 

3-Way General Service Valves

General Service – Air/Inert Gas, Water, Lt. Oil (up to 300 SSU) service at moderate temperatures. These valves have three pipe connections and two orifices. When one orifice is open, the other is closed and vice versa. They're commonly used to alternately apply pressure to and exhaust pressure from a valve actuator or a single acting cylinder. These valves can be normally closed, normally open or universal.

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8300/8315 Direct Acting High Flow/High Pressure – 1/8” to /2”

Valves available in normally closed, normally open, and universal constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with brass or Stainless Steel bodies.

8314 Direct Acting Poppet Valves - 1/8” to 1/4”

Direct acting valves available in normally closed, normally open, and universal constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with brass or stainless steel bodies. Ideal for applications that demand high cycles with moderate flow.

8316 Pilot Operated Diaphragm Valves – 3/8” to 1”

Solenoid pilot operated diaphragm valves available in normally closed and normally open constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with Brass or Stainless Steel bodies for a wide variety of high flow applications. Available with external for zero minimum pressure requirements.

8317 Pilot Operated Quick Exhaust – 1/4”

Solenoid pilot operated piston valves available in normally closed and normally open constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with brass or stainless steel bodies.

8320 Direct Acting Poppet Valves - 1/8” to 1/4”

Direct acting valves available in normally closed, normally open, and universal constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with brass or stainless steel bodies. Covers broadest range of applications. All pipe connections in valve body to facilitate in-line piping.

8321 Pilot Operated Quick Exhaust – 1/4” to 3/8”

Solenoid pilot operated piston valves available in normally closed and normally open constructions. Available either AC or DC operated with brass or stainless steel bodies.

8325 Sub-Miniature Poppet - 1/8”

Direct acting solenoid valves in Normally Closed, Normally Open, Universal configurations. Available either AC or DC operated in brass or stainless steel bodies. Small poppet valve well suited for a wide variety of Air, Water, Lt. Oil Applications.

8327 High Flow, Balanced Poppet - 1/4”

Direct acting solenoid valves in Universal configuration. Available either AC or DC operated in brass or stainless steel bodies. Designed for long life, high flow at minimum power levels.

8360 Plastic Body, Air/Water – 1/4”

Direct acting valve available in a normally closed, normally open, and universal constructions. Available AC or DC operated with plastic bodies designed to handle the challenges of harsh media. Ideal for water dispensing applications.

8380 Group Mounted Sub-Miniature Poppet - 1/8”

Direct acting solenoid valves in Normally Closed, Normally Open, Universal configurations. Available either AC or DC operated in brass or stainless steel bodies. Small poppet valve well suited for a wide variety of Air, Water, Lt. Oil Applications.

 

 

4-Way General Service Valves

General Service – Air/Inert Gas, Water, Lt. Oil (up to 300 SSU) service at moderate temperatures. These valves have four or five pipe connections, commonly called ports. One pressure inlet, two cylinder ports providing pressure to double acting cylinder or actuator, and one or two outlets to exhaust pressure from the cylinders.

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8340 4/2 Direct Acting Air Only – 1/4”

Valves available in in-line, sub-base mount, and manifold mount constructions. Available in either AC or DC operated with aluminum bodies. Operating pressures 0-150 psi.

8342 4/2 Direct Acting High Flow - 1/4” to 3/8”

Direct acting valves available in single or double solenoids with brass or stainless steel bodies. Available in AC voltages only. Ideal for applications that demand high flows and no minimum pressure differential. Operating pressures to 125 psi.

8344 4/2 Piston/Poppet – 1/4” to 1”

Solenoid pilot operated piston/poppet valves with Brass bodies for a wide variety of applications. Single and double solenoid constructions available. Available in either AC or DC voltage. Operating pressures of 10-250 psi.

8345 4/2 Compact– 1/4”

Solenoid pilot operated valves available AC or DC operated with brass or 316 stainless steel bodies. Operating pressures of 10-150 psi.

8401/8402 5/2 Directional Control Valves 1/8” to 1/4”

Solenoid pilot operated valves available in sub-base mount and manifold mount constructions. Available either single or double solenoid, AC or DC operated with aluminum bodies. Optional integrated flow controls. Air/Inert gas service only. Operating pressures to 150 psi.

8551 5/2 High Flow Spool Valve – 1/4”

Internally piloted solenoid valve with spool construction. Single or double solenoid, AC or DC with aluminum or 316 stainless steel body. Pressure ratings of 35-150 psi.

 

 

Special Service Pilot Valves

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Harsh Environment 8317/8320/8321

Designed for harsh, hazardous environments, including offshore applications. Provides quick shutdown of valves and actuators. Low power DC for solar panels and PLC control. Factory-sealed leads or epoxy filled conduit connection. Explosionproof Types 4 and 7, Class 1, Division 1, Groups C and D protection, or Cenelec EEx d IIB T6 with EC or ED prefix. Mountable in any position.

Intrinsically Safe 2-Way, 3-Way, 4-Way Valves

Intrinsically safe solenoid valves are designed solely for use in intrinsically safe areas with properly approved and sized current and voltage limiting barriers. You many select between different operating heads depending on the electrical control of your barrier and system. All are designed for system control voltages of 24/DC. Consult catalog pages for electrical connection options of Wiring box, Din or M12 multipin.

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Low Power 2-Way, 3-Way, 4-Way Valves

Molded one-piece solenoid with highly efficient cartridge and special low wattage coil.

Manual Reset 2-Way, 3-Way, 4-Way Valves

These series are standard 2 way, 3 way and 4 way 2-position valves that use a manual reset assembly in replacement of the solenoid. They are designed to prevent inadvertent valve startup in their designed failure modes. These series are available in no voltage release, electrically tripped, and free handle constructions as well as latched open or latched closed for 2 way valves.

BUS Controls

Protocols include Profibus-DP, DeviceNet, Interbus-S, Modbus, AS-Interface, Multipol

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Valve Automation Products

The valve automation market has demanding product requirements and specifications. ASCO is uniquely qualified to meet these needs. With our offering of direct mount NAMUR valves and valve position indicators ASCO can offer one source of supply for your valve automation solutions. ASCO offers a complete range of 3 and 4 way valves which mount directly onto single acting and double acting actuators, including 3/2 - 5/2 combination valves that can be converted from 3 way operation to 4 way operation by simply flipping a gasket or changing a plate. These direct mount pilot valves eliminate the need for piping the valve to the actuator, and allow for fast, easy installation on the actuator. These valves are offered with Red-Hat IIฎ molded epoxy solenoids, along with optional features such as high temperature Class H molded coils and manual operators. Additional coil types are available.

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8320 Direct Mount Pilot Valve - 1/4"

Mount directly to spring return actuators with NAMUR interface. Same poppet valve performance as in standard 8320 valves. Integral breather block prevents ingestion of contaminates or corrosives. Variety of flow and pressure ratings. Mountable in any position.

8327 High Flow Direct Mount - 1/4"

NAMUR direct mount construction. Balanced Poppet construction provides high flow with low power consumption. PTFE rider rings and graphite-filled PTFE seals reduce friction and eliminate sticking for long life. No minimum pressure required. Tamperproof no-voltage release manual reset provides added safety.

8380/8401 Corrosion Resistant - 1/4"

Mount directly to actuators with NAMUR, Keystone, or Worcester interfaces. Easy conversion from AC to DC by simply changing coil. Standard momentary/maintained manual operator. 3/2 is Normally Closed poppet design for spring return actuators. 3/2 Normally Closed or 4/2 operation can be selected by rotating sub-base gasket. 3/2 Normally Closed or 4/2 valves have built-in linear flow device capable of controlling Cv from 0.10 to 0.50. Breather block exhausts to spring side of actuator to prevent corrosion of the actuator. Unique CA slide and ceramic flow plate for extra-long life.

8342 Direct Mount Pilot Valve - 1/4" to 3/8"

Mechanical detent on dual solenoids holds last position, even after loss of electric power, pneumatics, or pressure. No Minimum Operating Pressure Differential required to shift valve. NAMUR direct mount version of the rugged, dependable 8342 Series valves. Available with single or dual solenoid operation. Direct acting, high flow slide-style valve.

8551 Direct Mount Spool Valve - 1/4"

Compact Spool Valve convertible from 3/2 to 5/2 with flow plates. Mount directly to actuators with NAMUR interface per VDI/VDE 3845. Single and dual solenoid solenoid constructions. Integral Breather Block vents to spring side of actuator to exhaust, preventing corrosion of the actuator. Unique design combines hard T-seals and flexible o-rings, provides bubble-tight shutoff, resistance to dirt and multimillion cycle life controlling air or inert gas. Low Power and Intrinsically Safe construction available.

8320 Dribble Control Valve - 1/4"

Unique 3 way design for locking quarter turn actuators in multiple positions for applications which require modulated flow. Solenoids can be pulsed independently to bleed air into or out of actuator for fine positioning. Direct acting on/off construction.  Namur mount construction reduces complex piping arrangements. 10X32, 10X24, M5 hardware supplied.

 

 

Special Service Valves

The valve automation market has demanding product requirements and specifications. ASCO is uniquely qualified to meet these needs. With our offering of direct mount NAMUR valves and valve position indicators ASCO can offer one source of supply for your valve automation solutions. ASCO offers a complete range of 3 and 4 way valves which mount directly onto single acting and double acting actuators, including 3/2 - 5/2 combination valves that can be converted from 3 way operation to 4 way operation by simply flipping a gasket or changing a plate. These direct mount pilot valves eliminate the need for piping the valve to the actuator, and allow for fast, easy installation on the actuator. These valves are offered with Red-Hat IIฎ molded epoxy solenoids, along with optional features such as high temperature Class H molded coils and manual operators. Additional coil types are available.

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8290 Harsh Fluids, Hot Water/Steam, Air, Water, Lt. Oil – 1/2” to 2”

The 8290 Series is a 2-Way Direct Acting valve available in a Normally Closed or Normally Open construction. They are air operated with a straight-through design available with bronze or stainless steel bodies built for serious applications. There are many optional features including visual position indicator and electrical connections. Heavy duty angle-body piston valves are for tough applications including corrosives, light slurries and steam. A cost effective alternative to an actuated ball valve assembly, this linear on/off valve is your stand alone solution that can be used in a variety of applications.

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Air Operated Valves

Air Operated valves use auxiliary compressed air or water source to shift the valve, rather than a solenoid operator.

Cryogenic & Liquid CO2 Valves

Cryogenic and Liquid CO2 are designed to control Cryogenic fluids to –320F (-196C) and Liquid CO2 to –75F (-59C).

Duct Collector Valves

These series are high-flow fast-opening 2-Way valves, pilot valves, pilot valve enclosures and bulkhead fittings that have been specially designed for use in dust collector systems.

Hot Water & Steam 2-Way & 3-Way Valves

2-Ways are ideal for high temperature fluid applications such as laundries, molding, sterilizing, autoclaves, steam atomization, etc.

3-Way Steam valves are designed for high flow, high pressure service. Ideal for power plants and similar applications.

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Long Life Solenoid Valves - 1/8" to 2"

2-Way, 3-Way, and 4-Way valves designed for quiet operation and long life, up to 20 million cycles, in dry air or gas applications.

Posiflow Proportional Solenoid Valves

ASCO Posiflow Valves are 2 way direct acting, and pilot operated fail closed Proportional Solenoid Valves in which flow is directly related to the electrical input. As input increases, so does the flow, and vice versa. Flow can be adjusted from 0% to 100% of the valve’s capacity to meet yourspecific application needs.  Control achieved by applying straight voltage between 0 and 24 VDC via potentiometer or other variable power supply. Flow rate can also be regulated by a range of electrical inputs (sensors, transmitters, PLC, etc.) via an ASCO Electronic Control Unit or similar circuit. Suitable for use in air/gas, low vacuum service, as well as to precisely control flow of water.

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Proportional 8290 w/ Compact Positioner

Features variable flow proportional to the control signal, closed loop control via linear potentiometer, fail-close construction (valve returns to closed position upon loss of power), and factory-assembled.

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Shielded Core Solenoid Valves

Designed to isolate corrosive fluids from solenoid parts. Only the isolating part, seals, and body are in contact with fluids. No minimum operating pressure required. Variety of body materials and process connections. Many other constructions (not shown here) are available in a wide range of sizes.

Medium & High Vacuum Solenoid Valves

Designed for Low Vacuum (to 29”Hg) to High Vacuum (to 10-6 Torr) Applications.

 

 

Accessories

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Modulair 100 Air Preparation Equipment

ASCO’s Modulair 100 Series offers all the control, flexibility and performance you need from your air preparation equipment. Components of the Modulair Series consist of filters, regulators and lubricators (FRLs). These components can be installed separately or can be assembled into a complete unit, as you require. ASCO Air Preparation Equipment includes Filters, Regulators, & Lubricators, Combination Filter/Regulators, Combination Filter/Regulator/Lubricators, and Coalescing Filters.

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Adjustable Electronic Timer

Solid state electronic timer used to automatically control ASCO solenoid valves.

Adjustable Flow Control Valves

Spring loaded disc allows free flow in one direction and an adjustable flow in the other.

Pipe Line Strainers

Should be used whenever is essential that fluid be free of foreign solid matter. Assures proper flow and prevents damage to valves, controls and other equipment.

Quick Exhaust - Shuttle Shut Off Valves

Compact 3-ported valves have oversized orifice for quick exhaust of cylinders, brakes, actuators, clutches, etc.

Check Valves

Compact, in-line mounted, instantaneous shutoff against reverse flow, low forward pressure opening.

Electrical Connectors

Designed using DIN 43650/ISO 4400 or DIN 46244 form standards consistent with our solenoid valve coil designs and permitting industry interchangeability. Each size is available for user wiring or factory pre-wired installations.

 

 

NEW S-Series Valves

Engineered and developed with ASCO’s global resources, the Series S compact solenoid valve range is suitable for 2-Way and 3-Way applications for the control of air, water, light oil, and steam. With reduced envelope dimensions and easy to install DIN connections, the Series S is designed to save space and installation time for commercial applications where space and serviceability are essential.

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8238 General Service Solenoid Valves

The 8238 Series is a 2-way pilot operated valve available in Normally Closed and Normally Open constructions. They are available either AC or DC operated with brass bodies. They come standard with DIN connection coils. Options are limited to flying leads, manual operators, and some alternate elastomers.

8240 Steam and Hot Water Valves

The 8240 Series is a 2-way direct acting or pilot operated valve available in Normally Closed and Normally Open constructions. They are available AC or DC operated with brass bodies and can handle the challenges of high temperature fluids. They come standard with DIN connection coils. Optional flying leads are available.

8261 General Service Solenoid Valves

The 8261 Series is a 2-way direct acting valve available in Normally Closed or Normally Open constructions. They are available either C or DC operated with brass body. They come standard with DIN connection coils. Options are limited to flying leads and some alternate elastomers.

8374 General Service Solenoid Valves

The 8374 Series is a 3-way direct acting valve available in Normally Closed, Normally Open, or Universal constructions. It is available AC or DC operated with brass bodies. They come standard with DIN connection coils. Options are limited to flying leads, manual operators, and some alternate elastomers.