Double Solenoid Solenoid Valves
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Description
Double solenoid valves are devices designed to control the flow of fluids or gases. They utilize two solenoids to manage the opening and closing of the valve, allowing for precise control over the flow direction and rate.
Working Principle
Double solenoid valves operate by using two solenoids to control the valve's position. When an electric current is applied to one solenoid, it generates a magnetic field that moves a plunger or actuator, opening the valve. The second solenoid is used to close the valve by reversing the magnetic field's effect. This dual solenoid setup allows for more precise control and faster response times compared to single solenoid valves. They are particularly useful in applications requiring rapid cycling and fail-safe operations, as they can be configured to return to a default position in the event of a power failure.
Applications
Double solenoid valves are commonly used in applications where precise control of fluid or gas flow is critical. Specific examples include automated manufacturing processes, where they control the flow of air or hydraulic fluid to actuators, and in HVAC systems for regulating air flow. They are also used in laboratory equipment for controlling the delivery of gases or liquids in experiments.
Advantages over other Solenoid Valves
Double solenoid valves offer several advantages over single solenoid valves. They provide faster actuation times, which is beneficial in applications requiring quick response, such as in automated systems. Their dual solenoid design allows for more reliable fail-safe operations, ensuring that the valve can return to a default position if power is lost. Additionally, they offer greater control over the valve's position, which can improve the accuracy and efficiency of the system in which they are used.
Limitations
One limitation of double solenoid valves is their complexity compared to single solenoid valves, which can lead to higher initial costs and more complicated maintenance requirements. They may also have limitations in terms of flow capacity, as the design can restrict the flow path, leading to reduced flow rates and potential clogging issues, especially in systems with particulate-laden fluids.
Considerations
When considering double solenoid valves, it is important to evaluate the initial costs, which can be higher due to their complexity and the need for two solenoids. Operating expenses may also be higher, as they require more energy to operate both solenoids. Durability and maintenance costs should be considered, as the increased complexity can lead to more frequent maintenance needs. However, their high accuracy and fast response times can offset these costs in applications where precision and speed are critical. Replacement costs should also be factored in, as the dual solenoid design may require more specialized components.
from Festo Corporation
NAMUR port pattern for solenoid valves to VDI/VDE 3845. Rotatable seal for 3/2- or 5/2-way valve. Wide choice of EX solenoid systems. Sturdy and powerful. Extended temperature range. Outstanding value for money. All solenoid coils can be used on an armature tube. The VSNC-...FN variant achieves... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 21.76 to 145.04
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid; Gate
- Power: 24
- Media: Air; Compressed Air
from Clippard
The Clippard NPV Series Pinch Valve is a solenoid-operated device that is designed to open and close tubes for controlling flow of liquids and gases. Other valve types have internal passages that may cause small amounts of fluid to remain in the valve. Pinch valves have no areas or dead volume where... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 30.00
- Power: 12
- Number of Ports: 3
- Unpowered State: Normally Open; Normally Closed
from Bonomi North America, Inc.
120VAC Double 4-Way Explosion-Proof NAMUR Solenoid [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 20.00 to 120.00
- Power: 120
- Number of Ports: 4
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP 03 Solenoid Valve, Double, 24V [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 3045.79 to 5076.32
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Number of Ports: 4
- Media: Hydraulic
from Bonomi North America, Inc.
120VAC Double 4-Way NAMUR Solenoid w/ Conduit Connection [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 20.00 to 120.00
- Power: 120
- Number of Ports: 4
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP 03 Solenoid Valve, Double, 24V [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 3045.79 to 5076.32
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Number of Ports: 6
- Media: Hydraulic
from Bonomi North America, Inc.
120VAC Double 4-Way NAMUR Solenoid w/ DIN Connection [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 20.00 to 120.00
- Power: 120
- Number of Ports: 4
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP 3 D spool solenoid valve,110Vac [See More]
- Number of Ports: 4
- Media: Hydraulic
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from Bonomi North America, Inc.
24V AC/DC Double 4-Way NAMUR Solenoid w/ ATEX Certification [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 20.00 to 120.00
- Power: 24
- Number of Ports: 4
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP 3 Y spool solenoid valve,24Vdc [See More]
- Number of Ports: 4
- Media: Hydraulic
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP 3 D spool sol valve w/detent,24Vdc [See More]
- Number of Ports: 4
- Media: Hydraulic
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP 3 E spool solenoid valve,110Vac [See More]
- Number of Ports: 4
- Media: Hydraulic
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP 3 J spool solenoid valve,110Vac [See More]
- Number of Ports: 4
- Media: Hydraulic
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
CETOP3 D spool sol valve w/detent,110Vac [See More]
- Number of Ports: 4
- Media: Hydraulic
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
FP-5-1/4-B foot valve with detent [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Maximum Pressure: 116.03
- Media: Air
from RS Components, Ltd.
FPB-5-1/4 foot valve with detent [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Maximum Pressure: 116.03
- Media: Air
from RS Components, Ltd.
VHEF-ES-B52-G14 Selector valve [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.098
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Maximum Pressure: 116.03
- Media: Air
from RS Components, Ltd.
VHEF-ES-B52-G18 Selector valve [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.098
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Maximum Pressure: 116.03
- Media: Air
from RS Components, Ltd.
VHEF-P-B52-G14 Pushbutton valve [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.098
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Maximum Pressure: 116.03
- Media: Air
from RS Components, Ltd.
VHEF-PTCZ-B32-G18 Pushbutton valve [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.098
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Maximum Pressure: 116.03
- Media: Air
from RS Components, Ltd.
VMPA1-M1H-J-PI Solenoid valve [See More]
- Valve Size: 2.500
- Power: 24
- Number of Ports: 1
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
VUVX-BK10-B52-ZH-F-1T1L Solenoid valve [See More]
- Power: 24
- Media: Air
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from RS Components, Ltd.
5/2 WAY G1/8 6V100 DBL SOL DC 24 V 0.5 M [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.125
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Power: 24
- Media: Air
from HydraForce, Inc.
A solenoid-operated, five-way, three-position, proportional, screw-in hydraulic. cartridge valve with integral load-sense port. [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 3500.00
- Power: 10 to 24
- Number of Ports: 5
- Power Connection Description: Dual Spades, DIN 43650, Leadwires
from ISC Sales, Inc.
The pressure in the upper operating chamber is controlled by operating the pilot solenoids. The optional MV1-TP control panel determines whether the opening solenoid or the closing solenoid is operated. Product Information: Whether it ’s through radio, direct wire connections, cellular... [See More]
- Valve Size: 2.500 to 36.000
- Number of Ports: 2
- Maximum Pressure: 100.00
- Power: 120
from Bijur Delimon International
this reversing valve is designed for use in hydraulic Dualine systems. It can be used as a. 4/2 or a 3/2 valve and is driven by a direct current geared motor. [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.500
- Number of Ports: 2
- Maximum Pressure: 5000.00
- Power: 80 to 240
from Parker Hannifin / Automation / Pneumatic - Europe
• Size 01 and 02 (26 and 18 mm). • Ceramic technology for long life operation. • From vacuum up to 10 bar applications. • Internal or external pilot supply with same valves. • Pressure supply possible on exhaust ports [See More]
- Valve Size: 1.024
- Number of Ports: 5
- Maximum Pressure: -13.05 to 145.04
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from ASCO
bull; Direct acting operation and high flow construction. • Direct acting, high flow slide-style valve. • Optional flow control regulates cylinder speed. independently, in either direction. • Mechanical detent on dual solenoids holds last position,. even after loss of electric power,... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.375
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 125.00
- Power: 120
from Liquid Controls Group; a Unit of IDEX Corporation
The Liquid Controls E-7 Electronic, Two-Stage, Preset Valve is designed for refined fuel applications including gasoline, gasohol, diesel fuel, and fuel oil. The valve is available as part of a complete, new metering system with electronic registration or as a retrofit when upgrading from mechanical... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: ? to 150.00
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
- Power: 10 to 14
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid; Metering
from Pneumadyne, Inc.
Cost effective, space saving solution for the use of single or multiple valves. A wide variety of connector, electrical and mounting options are available to accommodate numerous applications. Convenient Line & 90 ° Connectors (both with LED) provide quick electrical connection when used in... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.190
- Number of Ports: 5
- Maximum Pressure: 125.00
- Power: 110
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 10 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are double chamber valves with the inlet ninety degrees to the outlet and can be... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 3
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from Cylinders & Valves, Inc.
4-Way Spool Valves - Hand Lever Friction (2) Position [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 50.00 to 200.00
- Power: 6 to 24
from AAA Products International, Inc.
The "B-Series" stack valve consists of individual sections sandwiched between two end plates, the stack being held together with three tie bolts. Sections, listed on page 122 through page 139, are available with a variety of actuators. [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 150.00
- Power: 12 to 240
from Parker Hannifin / Automation / Pneumatic - Europe
• Size1, 2 and 3. • Ceramic technology for long life operation. • From vacuum up to 12 bar applications. • Internal or external pilot supply with same valves. • Pressure supply possible on exhaust port [See More]
- Valve Size: 1.693
- Number of Ports: 5
- Maximum Pressure: -13.05 to 174.05
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
from ASCO
bull; Direct acting operation and high flow construction. • Direct acting, high flow slide-style valve. • Optional flow control regulates cylinder speed. independently, in either direction. • Mechanical detent on dual solenoids holds last position,. even after loss of electric power,... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 125.00
- Power: 120
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve with two separately switchable inlets and one common outlet of nominal diameter DN 10 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are double chamber valves... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 2
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from Cylinders & Valves, Inc.
4-Way Spool Valves - Double Solenoid Pilot Operated, Spring Centered [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 50.00 to 200.00
- Power: 6 to 24
from AAA Products International, Inc.
Double solenoid, 2-position, friction position. Spool shifts and remains shifted when one solenoid or the other is momentarily or continuously energized. [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 250.00
- Power: 12 to 240
from Parker Hannifin / Automation / Pneumatic - Europe
Compact Size and High Flow Valve Offers Preferred Connectivity. The Isys Micro Valve is a compact valve manifold offering high flow; Industrial communication with Fieldbus DeviceNet and Profibus DP protocoles & Industrial Ethernet IP compatibility including Preferred Connectivity to Rockwell... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: -13.05 to 120.38
- Valve Type: Double Solenoid
- Number of Ports: 5
- Media: Air; Compressed Air
from ASCO
bull;. Compact spool valve with threaded port connections. •. All exhaust ports are pipable, providing better. protection against harsh environments. •. Standard manual operator. •. DIN, Watertight and Explosionproof solenoids available. •. Single and dual solenoid... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 5
- Maximum Pressure: 150.00
- Power: 24
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 10 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are double-chamber straight valves and can be manufactured with various connections. [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 2
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from AAA Products International, Inc.
Standard solenoid models are assembled for "Internal Pilot" operation; that is, the valves derive shifting pressure for the spool from the valve inlet port. The required pressure to shift the spool is dependent upon the operator style. If the valve must operate at other pressures or vacuum, then the... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.750
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 250.00
- Power: 12 to 240
from ASCO
bull; Sturdy, robust construction. • Piston-operated poppet design provides high flow. • For use with air or water. • Wide range of sizes and flow rates. • Single or dual solenoid constructions. • Dual solenoid can be shifted with a momentary. signal and remain in position... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.500
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 250.00
- Power: 110 to 120
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 13 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are double chamber valves with the inlet ninety degrees to the outlet . Coil systems... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 3
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from ASCO
bull; Sturdy, robust construction. • Piston-operated poppet design provides high flow. • For use with air or water. • Wide range of sizes and flow rates. • Single or dual solenoid constructions. • Dual solenoid can be shifted with a momentary. signal and remain in position... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 250.00
- Power: 110 to 120
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 13 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are double chamber straight valves and can be manufactured with various connections. [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 3
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from ASCO
bull; Sturdy, robust construction. • Piston-operated poppet design provides high flow. • For use with air or water. • Wide range of sizes and flow rates. • Single or dual solenoid constructions. • Dual solenoid can be shifted with a momentary. signal and remain in position... [See More]
- Valve Size: 0.250
- Number of Ports: 4
- Maximum Pressure: 250.00
- Power: 110 to 120
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 10 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are three chamber straight valves and can be manufactured with various connections. [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 3
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 10 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are two chamber straight valves and can be manufactured with various connections. [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 4.35 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 2
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 10 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are two chamber straight valves and can be manufactured with various connections. [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 2
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed
from A. u. K. Müller GmbH & Co. KG
2/2-way solenoid valve of nominal diameter DN 7 for use with cold and heated potable water and physically and chemically similar media. The valve is servo-controlled and normally closed (NC). Valves of this design are 2-chamber valves with the inlet ninety degrees to the outlet. The two chambers... [See More]
- Maximum Pressure: 2.90 to 145.04
- Power Connection Description: Flat Tabs
- Number of Ports: 2
- Unpowered State: Normally Closed