This pneumatic control valve from RS PRO is used to control the flow of air from one part of a pneumatic system to another. It's controlled by a solenoid coil and set up in a 5/2 configuration, meaning it has five ports and two switching positions. The 5/2 valve alternates between two kinds of pressure as required. This kind of device is often used as a directional control valve for a double-acting pneumatic actuator.

The valve is suitable for in-line or manifold mounting. A spring returns it to its starting function when de-energised and it fits onto a G standard 1/4 in thread. It's compact and energy-efficient, with a die-cast aluminium body making it lightweight yet robust. The soft-seal spool design can deal with a high airflow of 1,020 litres per minute.

These valves are commonly used in the medical sector, in pneumatic presses and in food processing.

• Pneumatic control valve
• G 1/4 connection port thread
• Five ports
• Two positions
• Inline or manifold mount
• Solenoid/spring actuation
• Maximum flow rate of 1,020 L/min
• Maximum operating temperature of +50˚C
• Minimum operating temperature of -5˚C
• Maximum operating pressure of 8 bar
• Minimum operating pressure of 2 bar
• Die-cast aluminium body
• Manufacturer series V51
• Conforms to ANSI/ESD S20.20:2014 and BS EN 61340-5-1:2007 Electrostatic Control Standards
• RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant so minimal hazardous materials

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