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Solenoid Water Valves

Solenoid water valves are electromechanical valves that are used to control the flow of water. These valves use solenoids, a magnetized electromechanical coil that moves either a plunger or a small vent to block the flow and change pressure in the valve. Because the solenoid coil is activated electrically, the valve can be switched remotely by programming, sensors or device memory. Consisting of a solenoid coil and a valve, solenoid valves function by converting electrical energy into mechanical energy, which can open or close the valve in order to shut off, release or distribute the fluids or gases such as air.

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Gems Sensors & Controls
Plainville, CT
800-378-1600
Over fifty years of sensors and controls development experience is only one of the many advantages to choosing Gems Sensors and Controls. Our expert team provides cost-effective and high quality solutions and our commitment to lean manufacturing are further benefits to our valued customers. For all types of solenoid water valves, including custom orders, see Gems.
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Magnatrol Valve Corporation
Hawthorne, NJ
973-427-4341
Magnatrol Valve Corporation has manufactured solenoid water valves for process control since 1936. Their valves are able to control water, oil, gas, steam, solvents, cryogenics and oxygen. Available measuring includes 1/4" to 3". They normally open or normally closed, with no differential pressure required to open. For quality products to fit your needs call today.
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Humphrey Products Company
Kalamazoo, MI
800-477-8707
Over 100 years of experience across a wide range of industries has given Humphrey Products Company the expertise and skills required to meet almost any flow control need. We base our customer specific solutions on techniques already proven in our standard products. For quality products, including solenoid water valves make sure to call Humphrey today to get started.
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Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
877-245-6247
Inventing quality solutions to valve, cylinder and pneumatic component needs since 1941, Clippard Instrument Laboratory is the place to go for solenoid water valves. Our product range extensive and we will do everything possible to find the product that will best suit you. Rely on our years of experience, complete Minimatic® line and our commitment to excellent service.
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Pneumadyne, Inc.
Plymouth, MN
763-559-0177
As an industry leader and supplier, Pneumadyne is committed to manufacturing an innovative range of solenoid water valves and fittings of superior quality. For over thirty-five years we have been putting experience behind our wide selection of products. Additional services including designing and engineering are also offered at our state-of-the-art facilities to ensure we meet all specifications.
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The Lee Company
Westbrook, CT
860-399-6281
For over sixty years, The Lee Company has been manufacturing high quality solenoid water valves used in medical and scientific instrumentation, oil tools, aerospace hydraulic systems, and more worldwide. With a wide array of products to choose from, they will find the product you need, or if they don't have it, they will help custom design and create the perfect product for you.
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Parker Hannifin Corp., Pneumatic Division
Richland, MI
269-629-5000
Parker Hannifin`s Pneumatic Division covers the broadest range of industrial market applications. Our product category selection includes a wide array of solenoid water valves and accessories so that you can rest assured we have what you are looking for. Whatever product you need, we offer all customers the reliability and dependability that bring success.
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Burkert Fluid Control Systems
Irvine, CA
800-325-1405
Burkert Fluid Control Systems is a global manufacturer, and one of the world's leading providers of high-quality customized fluid control systems and products. They provide customers with an extensive line of valves, including solenoid water valves. For more information on our reliable company and the wide range of services and products we offer, please visit our website.
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Solenoid Water Valves


Water valves are made from a variety of materials including plastics or metals. Stainless steel is commonly used because of its sanitary and corrosion-resistant qualities. Solenoid valves are chosen above other types of valves such as butterfly or ball valves because solenoids offer the unique capacity for being activated remotely, by sensor cue or by hysteresis, the device's memory. Solenoid water valves are used widely in home appliances such as washing machines, dishwashers, ice makers and refrigerators. Industrial and commercial businesses use solenoid water valves in applications such as vending machines, sensor-activated water faucets, sprinkler or irrigation systems and many others which require triggered water flow.

The types of valves which are considered solenoid water valves are typically normally closed (NC), which is to say that the valve's inactive state blocks the flow of water and releases flow when activated. Water solenoids are also typically pilot-operated diaphragm valves, as opposed to direct-acting. Where direct-acting solenoids have a plunger in direct contact with the valve's inlet, opening and closing the valve to permit and hinder flow, the pilot-operated solenoid is actually a combination of a pneumatic valve and a smaller solenoid valve. Pilot-operated solenoid valves work with a diaphragm rather than a plunger, using differential pressure to release or hinder flow. Pressure is controlled by a small solenoid vent chamber which activates the valve by lifting a vent and changing internal pressure. Pilot-operated water valves, often referred to as hydraulic valves, are often used to pneumatically control water flow in home washing appliances. Solenoid water valves are usually pilot-operated rather than direct-acting, since water pressure within the valve provides a secure seal and the pilot solenoid requires relatively little power to activate the valve. Thus, in appliances such as washing machines, in which water must be triggered at specific times, solenoid water valves provide a sealed, easily activated solution to timed water flow control.

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