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Solenoid Valves 101

March 28, 2013
Sponsored by Peter Paul
If you want to know about the anatomy of a solenoid valve, how it works, what the strengths and weaknesses are of the different types of solenoid valves and applications to consider for the valves these topics and more are outlined as follows. A cross section of a solenoid valve is full detailed and its connection to a valve body. In addition, an explanation of 2-Way, 3-Way, 4-Way and 5-Way open and closed valves that are traditional plumbed, reverse plumbed, all ports in body, pilot operated, bi-directional and multi-purpose. A great reference tool for the novice or engineer that wants a refresher course on Solenoid Valves 101.

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