Matching Flow Diagrams to Replace an Air Directional Control Valve
More
Choosing an Air Directional Control Valve
More
Choosing an Electrical Switch
More
Corrosion-Resistant Washdown Limit Switches
Rated NEMA 6P, 13, and IP67, these switches are protected from corrosion, oil/coolant spraying, washdowns, and temporary submersion. When an object in motion comes into contact with the actuator, it sends a signal to open or close a circuit. They’re often used on conveyor systems and bin filling operations.
Styles D and E have an actuator that allows you to adjust its height, making it easier to align switch with the target during installation.
Switches with wire leads are rated NEMA 3S and IP69K and protected from rain, snow and sleet, and from high temperature, high pressure jets of water.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | |||||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Style | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | No. of Wire Leads | Cable Lead Lg., ft. | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Housing Material | Conduit Trade Size | Each | |
Rod Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||||
E | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 240 V AC, 10 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | 10° to 250° | 0.5"-4.3" | Screw Terminals | 4 | __ | __ | 1.9" | 4.5" | 1.8" | Zinc | 1/2 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
E | 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | DPDT | 5 A @ 240 V AC, 10 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | 10° to 250° | 0.5"-11.8" | Screw Terminals | 8 | __ | __ | 1.9" | 4.5" | 1.8" | Zinc | 1/2 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||||
F | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 240 V AC, 1 A @ 125 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | 14° to 221° | 13.6" | Wire Leads | __ | 5 | 8 | 1.5" | 3.1" | 1.6" | Zinc | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
F | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 240 V AC, 10 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | 10° to 200° | 4.5" | Screw Terminals | 4 | __ | __ | 1.9" | 4.5" | 1.8" | Zinc | 1/2 | 00000000 | 000000 |
F | 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | DPDT | 5 A @ 240 V AC, 10 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | 10° to 200° | 4.5" | Screw Terminals | 8 | __ | __ | 1.9" | 4.5" | 1.8" | Zinc | 1/2 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wet-Location Limit Switches
Rated IP67, these switches are protected from temporary submersion. When an object in motion comes into contact with the actuator, it sends a signal to open or close a circuit. They’re often used on conveyor systems and elevators.
Styles D and E have an actuator that allows you to adjust its height, making it easier to align the switch with the target during installation.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | |||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Style | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Housing Material | Conduit Trade Size | Each | |
Rod Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
E | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 300 V AC, 6 A @ 24 V DC | 300V AC/250V DC | 14° to 176° | 1.4"-5.9" | Screw Terminals | 4 | 1.6" | 2.7" | 1.6" | Aluminum | 1/2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
F | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 300 V AC, 6 A @ 24 V DC | 300V AC/250V DC | 14° to 176° | 5.3" | Screw Terminals | 4 | 1.6" | 2.7" | 1.6" | Aluminum | 1/2 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Low-Profile Wet-Location Limit Switches
Stack these slim switches together, or fit them into tight spaces. They're rated IP67 for protection from temporary submersion. When an object in motion comes into contact with the actuator, it sends a signal to open or close a circuit. They’re often used on conveyor systems and elevators.
Switches with a 4-pole micro M12 plug connect to cables with a socket (sold separately), allowing you to quickly connect and disconnect the switch.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | ||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | No. of Wire Leads | Cable Lead Lg., ft. | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Housing Material | Each | ||
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | ||||||||||||||||
With Wire Leads | ||||||||||||||||
G | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 5 A @ 250 V AC, 4 A @ 30 V DC | 250V DC 250V AC | 14° to 158° | 3.6" | 4 | 9.5 | 1.6" | 1.9" | 0.6" | Aluminum | 0000000 | 0000000 |
With 4-Pole Micro M12 | ||||||||||||||||
G | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 1 A @ 125 V AC | 125V AC | 14° to 158° | 3.6" | __ | __ | 1.6" | 2.2" | 0.6" | Aluminum | 0000000 | 000000 |
Cable with Socket for Switches with 4-pole Micro M12 Plugs | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Limit Switches
Often used on conveyor systems and bin filling operations, these switches have the rapid-closing action of a snap-acting switch, but have a larger actuator for large objects. When an object in motion comes into contact with the actuator, it sends a signal to open or close a circuit. All are rated IP67 and NEMA 13 for protection from corrosion, oil/coolant spraying, and temporary submersion.
Styles D and E have an actuator that allows you to adjust its height, making it easier to align switch with the target during installation.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | |||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Style | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | For Max. Cable OD | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Housing Material | Each | |
Rod Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
E | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 380 V AC, 220 V DC | 380V AC 220V DC | -4° to 158° | 1.5"-5" | Screw Terminals | 4 | 0.25" | 1.1" | 2.5" | 1" | Zinc | 000000 | 000000 |
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
F | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 380 V AC, 220 V DC | 380V AC 220V DC | -4° to 158° | 3.8" | Screw Terminals | 4 | 0.25" | 1.1" | 2.5" | 1" | Zinc | 000000 | 00000 |
Safety Limit Switches
Protect machinery and ensure the safety of personnel—these switches have positive-force contacts that will open the circuit when actuated even if a spring fails or the contacts stick. When an object in motion comes into contact with the actuator, it sends a signal to open or close a circuit. These switches have the rapid-closing action of a snap-acting switch, but with a larger actuator. This makes them a good choice for use with large objects—for instance, a box on a conveyor runs into the switch, stopping the conveyor.
Switches with a rod actuator use a rod extending out of the body to actuate, so they’ll activate even if an object is far away.
Switches with a wobble stick actuator have an arm that rotates 360°, so you don’t need to align it in a specific direction. Since the actuator is flexible, it won’t snap if pushed backward. That makes these switches a great choice for systems that get jammed often.
Styles E, F, and G have an actuator that allows you to adjust its height, making it easier to align switch with the target during installation.
Switches with a steel actuator are more durable than switches with a plastic actuator. They also handle higher loads.
Switches with a plastic actuator limit wear and tear on passing objects better than switches with a steel actuator.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | |||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Style | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Actuator Material | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Housing Material | Environmental Rating | Each | |
Rod Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
G | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | Steel | 3 A @ 240 V AC, 1.5 A @ 24 V DC | 240V AC 24V DC | -22° to 165° | 0.5"-8" | Screw Terminals | 1.7" | 2.9" | 1.6" | Plastic | NEMA 4X, IP66, IP67 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
H | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | Plastic | 10 A @ 600 V AC, 10 A @ 250 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | -13° to 185° | 5.7" | Screw Terminals | 1.7" | 3.2" | 1.7" | Zinc | NEMA 4, NEMA 13, IP67 | 00000000 | 000000 |
H | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | Steel | 10 A @ 600 V AC, 10 A @ 250 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | -13° to 185° | 5.3" | Screw Terminals | 1.7" | 3.2" | 1.7" | Zinc | NEMA 4, NEMA 13, IP67 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Compact Safety Limit Switches
Shorter and thinner than other safety limit switches, these are sized to fit tight spaces. They protect machinery and ensure the safety of personnel. Positive-force contacts open the circuit when actuated, even if a spring fails or the contacts stick. They send a signal to your circuit when an object hits the actuator—for instance, a box on a conveyor runs into the switch, stopping the conveyor. They open and close circuits as fast as snap-acting switches, but they have a bigger actuator for large objects. All are NEMA and IP rated for protection from washdowns.
Switches with a rod actuator have a large actuation area with a rod extending out of the actuator’s body. They’re best where the object actuating the switch is far away.
Switches with a wobble stick actuator have an arm that rotates 360°, so you don’t need to align it in a specific direction. The actuator won’t snap if pushed backward, such as if there’s a jam in your system.
Styles E and F have an actuator that allows you to adjust its height, making it easier to align the switch with the target during installation.
NEMA 13 and IP67 rated switches are protected from oil/coolant spraying and temporary submersion.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | ||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Style | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Housing Material | Environmental Rating | Each | |
Rod Actuator Style | ||||||||||||||||
F | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 600 V AC, 10 A @ 250 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | -40° to 185° | 0.6"-5.8" | Screw Terminals | 1.2" | 2.4" | 1.2" | Plastic | NEMA 4, NEMA 13, IP66, IP67 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | ||||||||||||||||
G | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 3 A @ 240 V AC, 0.27 A @ 250 V DC | 250V DC 240V AC | -40° to 185° | 4.9" | Screw Terminals | 1.2" | 2.4" | 1.2" | Plastic | NEMA 4X, NEMA 13, IP66, IP67 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Hazardous Location Limit Switches
Safely open or close a circuit near ignitable gases and dust—the housing on these switches seals in anything that could ignite flammable material. You'll know they're safe because they're NEC Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, and D; and Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, and G certified for hazardous locations. These switches send a signal to your circuit when an object hits the actuator—for instance, a box on a conveyor runs into the switch, stopping the conveyor. They open and close circuits as fast as snap-acting switches, but they have a bigger actuator for large objects.
Switches with a wobble stick actuator have an arm that rotates 360°, so you don’t need to align it in a specific direction. The actuator won’t snap if pushed backward, such as if there’s a jam in your system.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | ||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Housing Material | Conduit Trade Size | Each | |
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | ||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 600 V AC, 2.5 A @ 600 V DC | 600V AC 600V DC | 0° to 185° | 6.2" | Screw Terminals | 4 | 2.7" | 4.1" | 2.1" | Aluminum | 1/2 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Enclosed Washdown Snap-Acting Switches
Rated NEMA 4 and IP66, these enclosed switches have a sealed actuator for protection from washdowns. They open and close circuits quickly to minimize arcing and prevent contacts from sticking.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | |||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Horsepower @ Switching Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Conduit Trade Size | Each | ||
Side Mount | |||||||||||||||||
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
E | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.5 A @ 125 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | 1/4 hp @ 250 V AC | -25° to 160° | 5.1" | Screw Terminals | 3 | 1" | 1.75" | 3.04" | 1/2 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Bottom Mount | |||||||||||||||||
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||||
J | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.5 A @ 125 V DC | 600V AC 250V DC | 1/4 hp @ 250 V AC | -25° to 160° | 5.1" | Screw Terminals | 3 | 1" | 1.75" | 3.04" | 1/2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Snap-Acting Switches
Open and close circuits in a snap. These switches actuate quickly to minimize arcing and prevent contacts from sticking. They’re often used to indicate that an appliance or enclosure door is open. You can also use them inside limit, pressure, and temperature switches.
Switches with a wobble stick actuator have a flexible arm that can actuate from any direction.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | |||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Horsepower @ Switching Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | No. of Terminals | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Each | ||
Wobble Stick Actuator Style | |||||||||||||||
With Wire Leads | |||||||||||||||
J | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.5 A @ 125 V DC | 480V AC 250V DC | 1/4 hp @ 250 V AC | -67° to 185° | 2.93" | 2 | 1.94" | 1.38" | 0.69" | 00000000 | 0000000 |
J | 1 | 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NC | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.5 A @ 125 V DC | 480V AC 250V DC | 1/4 hp @ 250 V AC | -67° to 185° | 3.93" | 2 | 1.94" | 1.38" | 0.69" | 00000000 | 000000 |
Two-Speed Two-Action Mechanically Operated Air Directional Control Valves
Often used to extend and then retract a cylinder at different speeds, these valves create two actions and have two exhaust ports, which allows you to control the speed of each action by attaching a flow control valve to each exhaust port. A simple automation solution that requires no programming, they activate when an object, such as a box rolling on a conveyor, pushes the actuator. They direct airflow from the inlet to your equipment and exhaust return airflow to create motion. Return actuation is by spring, so they go back to their original position as soon the actuator is released. Also known as 4-way and 5/2 valves.
Valves with a two-direction actuator are activated by objects from both sides.
NPTF (Dryseal) threads are compatible with NPT threads.
Flow coefficient (Cv) is a measurement that indicates how much airflow can pass through a valve.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Overall | For Panel Cutout | ||||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Actuation Force, lbs. | No. of Flow Ports | Inlet Size | Outlet Size | Exhaust Connection Type | Max. Flow Rate, scfm @ 100 psi | Flow Coefficient (Cv) | Pressure Range, psi | Vacuum Rating, in. of Hg | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Lg. | Wd. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | ||
Threaded Female Inlet × Threaded Female Outlet | |||||||||||||||||
Two-Direction Actuator | |||||||||||||||||
K | 0.3 | 5 | 1/8 NPTF | 1/8 NPTF | Threaded | 14 | 0.24 | 25-125 | Not Rated | 6 1/4" | 3/4" | 3 7/8" | 1 1/4" | 3/4" | No | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Single-Action Mechanically Operated Air Directional Control Valves
A simple automation solution that requires no programming, these valves are activated when an object, such as a box rolling on a conveyor, pushes the actuator. Also known as 3-way and 3/2 valves, they create one action, such as extending a cylinder. Valves direct airflow from the inlet to your equipment and exhaust return airflow to create motion. Return actuation is by spring, so they go back to their starting position as soon as the actuator is released. In the off position, they exhaust air pressure from the system, allowing equipment to reset so the action can be repeated.
Normally closed valves block airflow until actuated.
Valves with a two-direction actuator are activated by objects from both sides.
Flow coefficient (Cv) is a measurement that indicates how much airflow can pass through a valve. When selecting between valves with the same port size, choose the valve with the higher flow coefficient to ensure it provides enough airflow to operate your system.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
O'all | For Panel Cutout | |||||||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Actuation Force, lbs. | No. of Flow Ports | Inlet Size | Outlet Size | Exhaust Connection Type | Max. Flow Rate, scfm @ 100 psi | Flow Coefficient (Cv) | Pressure Range, psi | Vacuum Rating, in. of Hg | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | ||
Two-Direction Actuator | ||||||||||||||||
M | 1.57 | 3 | 1/8 BSPP | 1/8 BSPP | Threaded | 4.23 | 0.12 | 53-120 | Not Rated | 36mm | 18mm | 220mm | 19mm | No | 0000000 | 0000000 |