ROSS CONTROLS® is an international manufacturer of pneumatic valves, controls systems, and safety products for the fluid power industry. Since being established in 1921, ROSS has always been one of the industry's strongest leaders in pneumatic valve technology. ROSS' focus is to continue to be a formidable competitor in key industries where its tailored technology offers customers a distinct value advantage.

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

 

ISO Base Mounted Valves

ISO valve-to-base interface standards are internationally recognized and used throughout the world. Valves made for bases conforming to ISO standards are interchangeable without regard to manufacturer. ROSS offers a full line of base-mount valves that conform to the ISO valve-to-base mounting interface standard which specifies the “foot print" of the valve - indicating size and locations of ports, mounting bolts, and maximum valve width.

ISO/VDMA Valve Catalog (866kB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

Series W60 Metal Spool & Sleeve

The matched spool and sleeve are precision finished, hardened, stainless steel. The spool moves on a micro-inch film of air between spool and sleeve so that wear is minimized. Designed for use in systems with or without air line lubrication. Available in both 2-position and 3-position designs.

Series W60 Energy Saver

Traditionally, standard valves apply the same pressure for extending and retracting double acting cylinders. This EnergySaver valve revolutionizes the way cylinders are controlled by reducing the cylinder retract pressure.

ISO Energy Saver (290kB)

Series W64 Poppet Construction

Poppets are face seals which can open or close passage ways without sliding friction or the close tolerances required of spool valves. They don’t build up breakaway resistance due to varnish, and they are highly tolerant of dirty air. ROSS poppet valves have rugged internals and self-adjusting exhaust poppet seats which equalize wear and promote long life.

Series W65 Metal Spool & Sleeve

The matched spool and sleeve are precision finished, hardened, stainless steel. The spool moves on a micro-inch film of air between spool and sleeve so that wear is minimized. Designed for use in systems with or without air line lubrication. Available in both 2-position and 3-position designs.

 

 

ANSI Base Mounted Valves

ROSS valves are available in SAE sizes 125, 250 and 500. Both poppet and metal spool-and-sleeve construction are offered. The valves described in the following bulletin are all solenoid-pilot controlled.

ANSI Valve Catalog (1.3MB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

Series W74 Poppet

Poppets are face sealing valve elements which can open or close passageways without sliding friction or the close tolerances required of spool valves. Poppets don't build up breakaway resistance due to varnish, and are highly tolerant of dirty air. ROSS poppet valves have rugged internals and self-adjusting exhaust poppet seats which equalize wear and promote long life. Designed for use with or without air line lubrication. Cv up to 22!!

Series W70 Stainless Steel Spool & Sleeve

The matched spool and sleeve used in each of these valves is made of precision finished, hardened, stainless steel. The spool moves on a micro-inch film of air between spool and sleeve so that wear is minimized. For use in systems with or without air line lubrication. Direct Solenoid, Solenoid Pilot, and Pressure Control variations are available. Cv up to 22!!

 

 

SAE Base Mounted Valves

The SAE Standard Interface, though originally developed by U.S. auto companies in the early 1970s, has quickly gained wide acceptance throughout the industry. Due to the design's ruggedness and high-flow characteristics, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) established it as a new standard. This ensures that valves designed to fit the SAE interface will be interchangeable, regardless of manufacturer. In practical terms, the user can change from one brand of valve to another without changing installed bases or manifolds.

SAE Valve Catalog (1.0MB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

Series 84 Poppet

Poppets are face sealing valve elements which can open or close passageways without sliding friction or the close tolerances required of spool valves. Poppets don't build up breakaway resistance due to varnish, and are highly tolerant of dirty air. ROSS poppet valves have rugged internals and self-adjusting exhaust poppet seats which equalize wear and promote long life. Designed for use with or without air line lubrication.

Series 80 Matched Spool & Sleeve

The matched spool and sleeve used in each of these valves is made of precision finished, hardened, stainless steel. The spool moves on a micro-inch film of air between spool and sleeve so that wear is minimized. For use in systems with or without air line lubrication.

 

 

Line Mounted Valves

Poppet Valves for Line Mounting are available with single or double solenoid pilots or an air head for remote pressure control. Valve elements have end guided stainless steel stems. Flush flexible manual override buttons are standard on solenoid models. Solenoid models listed in the condensed catalog use an internal pilot supply. They are, however, easily field convertible for use with an external pilot supply. Models for external pilot supply are also available.

Line Mounted Poppet Valves (2.0MB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

Series 27 Poppet

Valves in this series are available with single or double solenoid pilots or an air head for remote pressure control. Valve elements have end-guided stainless steel stems. Flush flexible manual override buttons are standard on solenoid models. Solenoid models listed in the condensed catalog use an internal pilot supply. They are, however, easily field convertible for use with an external pilot supply.

Series 21 Poppet

Series 21 valves are configured like the Series 27 valves above, but are designed with metal internals and special seals appropriate for use in more extreme temperatures. The valves are designated as either Type H (high temperature) or Type O (low temperature) valves. Solenoid models listed in the condensed catalog use an internal pilot supply. They are, however, easily field convertible for use with an external pilot supply.

Series 16 Compact

3-Way 2-Position Valves – Single Direct Solenoid

4-Way 2-Position Valves – Single Solenoid Pilot

Series 21 Vacuum Service

In vacuum service applications, the pressure within the valve is reduced below atmospheric pressure. Consequently, atmospheric pressure actually pushes air into the valve, instead of the common belief that air is “sucked” in by the vacuum.

 

 

Safety-Related Products

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Technical Standards & Safety Authority (9.2MB)

Fluid Power Safety Overview (328kB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

15 Series Manual L-O-X Valve

The NEW 1/4" and 3/8" L-O-X Valve.

New L-O-X Valves (4.2MB)

Stainless Steel L-O-X Valve

The NEW Stainless Steel L-O-X Valve is available in port sizes from 1/4" thru 2".

New Stainless Steel L-O-X (1.4MB)

Pneumatic Energy Isolation

L-O-X® Valves (Lock-Out & eXhaust). Easily identified by unique shape. Lockable only in the OFF position. Large exhaust port exceeds inlet size for rapid release of pressure. Positive action (2 positions only). Simple push/pull of the large red handle provides positive direct manual operation. Pressure sensing port allows installation of either the Pop-Up Indicator or Pressure Switch option to verify pressure is released. See Page 3 for accessories.

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Pneumatic Energy Isolation with Soft Start

Combination L-O-X® (Lock-Out & eXhaust) and EEZ-ON® Valves (Soft Start). Gradual re-application of pneumatic pressure prevents rapid equipment movement at startup. Lockable only in the OFF position. Large exhaust port exceeds inlet size for rapid release of pressure. Positive action (2 positions only). Simple push/pull of the large blue handle provides positive direct manual operation. Pressure sensing port allows installation of either the Pop-Up Indicator or Pressure Switch option to verify pressure is released.

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Pneumatic Energy Isolation

L-O-X® Function (Lock-Out & eXhaust) with Manual- or Combination Manual/Solenoid Operation. Easily identified by unique shape. Lockable only in the OFF position. Large exhaust port exceeds inlet size for rapid release of pressure. Simple push/pull of the large red handle accommodates reduced manual actuation forces, allowing easy operation. Pressure sensing port allows installation of either the Pop-Up Indicator or Pressure Switch option to verify pressure is released. Solenoid-operated models for air dump function (category 1).

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Pneumatic Energy Isolation with Soft Start

Combination L-O-X® (Lock-Out & eXhaust) and EEZ-ON® Valves (Soft Start) with Manual- or Manual- / Solenoid-Operated.  Gradual re-application of pneumatic pressure prevents rapid equipment movement at startup. Lockable only in the OFF position. Large exhaust port exceeds inlet size for rapid release of pressure. Simple push/pull of the large blue handle provides positive direct manual operation. Pressure sensing port allows installation of either the Pop-Up Indicator or Pressure Switch option to verify pressure is released.

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Pneumatic 2/2 Soft Start Valves

2-Way Normally Closed EEZ-ON®.  Gradual re-application of pneumatic pressure prevents rapid equipment movement at startup. Independent unit for branch circuit applications. Highly contaminant tolerant poppet construction.

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Pneumatic 3/2 Soft Start Valves

3-Way EEZ-ON®.  Gradual re-application of pneumatic pressure prevents rapid equipment movement at startup. Independent unit for branch circuit applications. Highly contaminant tolerant poppet construction.

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Pneumatic Soft Start Valves – Port-Mounted

Right Angle Style 2-Way Normally Closed EEZ-ON®. Gradual re-application of pneumatic pressure prevents rapid equipment movement at startup. Right angle style mounts directly in cylinder ports. Available with threaded ports or push-in-tubing ports.

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Modular L-O-X

The Modular L-O-X® Air Entry is a combination Lockout Valve  with Integrated Filter/Regulator in a high flow, compact space saving design.  Full flow exhaust meets all the applicable standards.

Energy Isolation Catalog (3.2MB)

Broken-Hose or Plastic Tubing Protection

HOZE-FUZE -- Automatically reduces flow to a safer level upon sensing a broken hose in order to prevent dangerous “hose whip.” Simple installation. Comes with male threaded ports on inlet and female threaded outlet port.

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

3-Way Sensing Valve (Non-Critical)

Functions as a 3-Way 2-Position, Normally Closed Valve – Air Pilot- or Solenoid-Operated. For Category 2 applications. Air pilot and solenoid versions available. Poppet construction for near zero leakage. Directly operated safety-rated force-guided positive-break status switch (DPST). Applications include Air Dump and Trapped-Pressure Release.

SV27 Sensing Valves (2.6MB)

3-Way Sensing Valve (Non-Critical) & Air Entry

Functions as an Air Entry Package with 3-Way 2-Position, Normally Closed Solenoid-Operated Valve. For Category 2 applications. Pre-engineered panel-mounted design includes filter and regulator, or filter, regulator, and lubricator. Poppet construction for near zero leakage. Directly operated safety-rated force-guided positive-break status switch (DPST). Applications include Air Dump and Trapped-Pressure Release.

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Control Reliable Energy Isolation & Air Entry

Air Preparation with Series DM2C Solenoid-Operated 3-Way Valve. For Category 4 applications (Control reliable). Pre-engineered panel-mounted design includes filter and regulator, or filter, regulator, and lubricator. 100% dynamic onboard self-contained monitoring system, requiring no further valve monitoring controls. Completely dynamic fault memory to prevent accidental reset – cannot be reset by removing air pressure or electrical power. All necessary features for safety applications are included: a) Electrical reset valve, b) Status indicator switch for valve condition (ready to run) feedback.

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Load Holding Valve (Non-Critical)

Functions as a 2-Way 2-Position Air Pilot- or Solenoid-Operated Check Valve. For Category 2 applications. Air pilot- and solenoid-operated versions. Poppet construction for near zero leakage. Directly operated safety-rated force-guided positive-break status switch (DPST). Holds a vertical load in the event of loss of air pressure (and loss of electrical power with solenoid operated).

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Redundant Load Holding Valve

Functions as a 2-Way 2-Position Air Pilot- or Solenoid-Operated Check Valve. For Category 3 applications. Air pilot- and solenoid-operated versions. Poppet construction for near zero leakage. Directly operated safety-rated force-guided positive-break status switch (DPST). Holds a vertical load in the event of loss of air pressure (and electrical power with solenoid operated models).

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Single PO Check Valves (Non-Critical)

Functions as a Single Air Pilot-Operated Check Valve. For Category 1 applications. Automatic trapped pressure release when pressure is removed from the Blowdown Signal Port (BP). Poppet construction for near zero leakage. Applications include Air Holding and Cylinder Load Holding.

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Dual PO Check Valves with Trapped Pressure Release

Functions to Hold Cylinder Position. For Category 1 applications. Automatic trapped pressure release (when pressure is removed from the Blowdown Signal Port (BP). Poppet construction for near zero leakage.

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Control Reliable Pneumatic Energy Isolation

Series DM2C Solenoid-Operated 3-Way 2-Position, Normally Closed Valve. For Category 4 applications (Control reliable). 100% dynamic onboard self-contained monitoring system, requiring no further valve monitoring controls. Completely dynamic fault memory to prevent accidental reset – cannot be reset by removing air pressure or electrical power. Base mounted for easy change out. Highly contaminant tolerant poppet construction. All necessary features for safety applications are included: a) Electrical reset valve, b) Status Indicator switch for valve condition (ready to run) feedback

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

Pneumatic Energy Release Verification

Provides a means to verify the release of pressure in L-O-X® valve outlet before employees enter hazard area. May be installed on all L-O-X® and L-O-X®/EEZ-ON® valves with pressure sensing port.

Safety-Related Products (4.3MB)

 

 

Double Valves & Press Solutions

ROSS Double Valves, also known as “Control-Reliable valves"," Safety valves”, “Press valves”, “SERPAR® valves”, “Crossflow® valves”, and the “Critical Application Valve”, are pneumatic or hydraulic control valves with two valve elements (redundant or dual channel), both of which must operate in order to supply pressure to the outlet port of the valve. The general function of these valves is that of a 3/2 normally closed valve (except for the 5/2 CROSSMIRROR®). The main difference between these widely known double valves and standard solenoid valves, though, is that any condition, which might cause one valve element to not shift along with the other, results in no output to the work device. The outlet port, in this situation, is connected to exhaust and the supply inlet is closed.

Principles of Counterbalance (465kB)

Ross Automatic Counterbalance (471kB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

CROSSMIRROR® Series-77 3/2 & 5/2 Double Valves

The patented CROSSMIRROR® dynamic monitoring system and dual valve design combine to handle the most stringent of safety-related applications for pneumatic equipment – Category 4 safety-related applications. The internal dynamic monitor checks the valve on each cycle and includes an automatic lock-out function to inhibit further operation of the valve. The CROSSMIRROR® is available with remote reset or integrated solenoid reset. Both reset types are “tamper-proof” and the valve cannot be reset while the main valve solenoids are energized. Also, the reset function cannot be over-ridden by removing and reapplying the valve's electrical or pneumatic energy sources. Removing the inlet air supply causes the valve to lock-out, and, therefore, the valve must be reset after the air supply is reapplied.

CrossMirror Double Valve (162kB)

SERPAR® Crossflow Series-35 Double Valves

The design of the SERPAR® Crossflow double valve is distinguished by crossflow passages and spool valving on the main valve stems. This arrangement provides the valve's unique flow characteristics. Self-contained monitors, designed to inhibit valve operation in case of a fault within the valve, are built into the valve assemblies of sizes 4, 8, 12, and 30 valves. There are three types of ROSS monitors available: pneumatic (L-G), electro-pneumatic (E-P), and electronic (D-S). Crossflow valves are also available with pressure switches for incorporation into press control systems with external monitors.

SERPAR Crossflow (738kB)

DM² SERPAR® Crossflow

The DM² is a patented 3/2 normally closed valve (with an intermediate, lock-out position) distinguished by Crossflow® passages with poppet and spool valving on the main valve stems. This arrangement provides the valve’s outstanding flow characteristics and an integrated monitoring capability with TOTAL memory. The valve provides:

DM2 Series D with TOTAL Dynamic Monitoring & Memory (1.3MB)

DM2 & DM1 Series C & E Control Reliable (2.8MB)

DM2 Series D Size 2 (1.2MB)

Modular Press Solutions

ROSS Controls offers a full line of pneumatic press systems solutions that cover all your needs for air control. Manifolds are modular in design so that you can tailor a system to fit your specific requirements. Whether you need a complete system including Air Distribution, Cushion/Counterbalance, Die Clamping, Automation, and Clutch/Brake control or just a few of these components, ROSS Modular Press Solutions provides all the features you would expect in a fully integrated system.

Press Solutions Catalog 450 (1.3MB)

 

 

Dale Series

Dale Series Poppet Valves and Manifolds (5.1MB)

High Flow

Leak Tight

Compact

Cost Effective

Multi-Million Life Cycle

Ease of Repair

Port Pressure Independent

2 & 3-Way Manifolds for Process Industries

2-Way Inline Series for Diaphragm & Ball Valve Markets

 

 

Manual & Mechanical Valves

Manual & Mechanical Valves (1.7MB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

Pendant Control Valves

ROSS Pendant Control valves are a durable pneumatic solution that can be used anywhere you need manual control of devices such as an air hoist, air motor, or counterbalance cylinder. Ideal for use on or with material handling devices such as overhead cranes or air hoists, ROSS Pendant Control valves can withstand even the toughest environments.

Series 11 Valves

ROSS Cam, Lever, & Pushbutton Valves

2-Way and 3-Way, 2-Position Versions

Series 12 Valves

Pushbutton Valves, Regular Duty & Heavy Duty

2-Way and 3-Way, 2-Position Versions

Series 31 Valves

4-Way, 3-Position Lever Valves, Open or Closed Center

Series 36 Valves

Pedal, Treadle, & Lever Valves

3-Way & 4-Way, 2-Position Versions

 

 

Flow, Check, & Shuttle Valves

Flow, Exhaust, Shuttle & Check Valves (2.7MB)

Pilot Operated Check Valves (2.3MB)

Ross Digest Catalog 104 (14MB)

Flow Control Valves

Flow control valves are used to control air flow from air cylinders, thereby controlling the speeds at which the pistons in the cylinders move. They allow free flow in one direction and adjustable, precision controlled flow in the other direction. Right angle flow control valves function like those described above. However, their compact right angle design permits use where conventional straight-through flow controls might be undesirable.

Shuttle Valves

ROSS shuttle valves have two inlets and one outlet. The first inlet to be pressurized is connected to the outlet, and the second inlet is then closed. Thus, a pneumatic device connected to the shuttle outlet can be operated by either of two control valves connected to the shuttle inlets.

Quick Exhaust Valves

Quick cylinder reversal can be a problem if the control valve is at a distance from the cylinder or otherwise restricts the exhaust fl ow.  A ROSS quick exhaust valve near the cylinder opens as soon as the controls valve begins exhausting, and thus allows quick reversal of the cylinder.

Check Valves

ROSS check valves are self-actuating and designed to provide free air flow in one direction, and to be closed to flow in the opposite direction.

Pilot-Operated Check Valves w/ Trapped Pressure Relief

Pilot operated check valves with trapped pressure relief can be used to control vertically mounted pneumatic cylinders in the following ways:

Maintaining a vertical cylinder in a stationary position, even upon loss of electrical power.

Jogging a vertical cylinder.

Relieving pressure trapped between check valve and cylinder.

Right-Angle Pilot Operated Check Valves

Pilot Operated Check Valves are used to block the return of air from cylinders or other devices.  Air flows freely from port 1 to port 2, but a signal at port 12 is required to allow flow in the reverse direction from port 2 to port 1.  Right-angle models with threaded  Banjo are designed for easy positioning of pipe or tubing.

 

Pilot-Operated Check Valves

Pilot-Operated Check Valves are used to block the return of air from cylinders or other devices. Air flows freely from port 1 to port 2, but a signal at port 12 is required to allow flow in the reverse direction from port 2 to port 1. Can be used wherever a high-flow or remotely-controlled checking function is needed. Can be used in a circuit to provide automatic stopping of a cylinder in the event of the loss of electrical or pneumatic power. Also available with an Automatic exhausting function, Remote and Manual Trapped Pressure Relief Function, or Solenoid Pilot Dual P.O. Check.  Available in the following variations:

Type A Single P.O. Check Valve

Type B Single P.O. Check Valve

Type C Dual P.O. Check Valve

Type D Internal Pilot Dual P.O. Check Valve (Remote Trapped Pressure Relief)

Type D Internal Pilot Dual P.O. Check Valve (Manual Trapped Pressure Relief)

Type E Solenoid Pilot Dual P.O. Check Valve

 

 

Filters, Regulators, Lubricators, Silencers, Reclassifiers

Air Preparation Catalog (9.3MB)

New FRL Products (3.1MB)          Modular Pneumatic Solutions (3.1MB)

ROSS Air Preparation Equipment

* Filters, Regulators, & Lubricators

* Combination Filter/Regulators

* Combination Filter/Regulator/Lubricators

* Coalescing Filters

* Silencers

* Reclassifiers

 

 

More from ROSS Controls

High Pressure Pneumatic Catalog (2.8MB)

 

 

 

 

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Last modified:  February 24, 2011 by BAS