Manifolds and Manifold Systems Specifications

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Port Specifications

	Supply Ports		Supply ports refer to the number of independent fluid supplies that can be interfaced with the manifold.
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	Outlet Ports		Outlet ports refer to the number of outlets. This is frequently specified as the number of ports or valves that are or can be attached to the manifold.
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	Port Type:		Common sizes of National Pipe Thread sizes are listed for selection; below are connectors of other styles.
	Your choices are...
	Barb / Rib		Fitting end has barbs or ridges; includes both single and multiple barb types.  Some configurations may be for manually pushing on over the barb, or sometimes for use with a clamp over the tube or hose end.
	BSPP		British Standard Pipe Parallel (BSPP) thread.
	BSPT		British Standard Pipe Taper (BSPT) thread.
	Flange		Ports with a flush surface perpendicular surface to the pipe/hose/tube which are mated to each other and sealed by a clamp, welding or other means.
	Quick-Connect		Any style quick-connect.
	NPT		National Pipe Thread Taper (NPT).
	Other		Other unlisted or specialized port types.
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	Port Size:
	Your choices are...
	#10-32
	1/8"
	1/4"
	3/8"
	1/2"
	3/4"
	1"
	1 1/2"
	2"
	Metric		Any size metric connection.
	Other		Other unlisted or specialized port sizes.
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General Specifications

	Manifold Circuit Style
	Your choices are...
	Series		The pressure supply is ported through one valve to get to the next.
	Parallel		Parallel inlet ports all share a common pressure supply.
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	Integral Manifold Valves		Valves are integrally assembled with a manifold, as opposed to a base or subplate to which separate valves are attached.
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	Networkable Manifold		Manifold control and/or feedback is interfaced to a digital communications network.
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	Body Material
	Your choices are...
	Plastic		Plastic is any of numerous organic, synthetic, or processed materials that are mostly thermoplastic or thermosetting polymers of high molecular weight. Plastic includes all grades, such as nylon, acetal, and polycarbonate. Plastic is also corrosion-resistant.
	Aluminum		Aluminum is a light and fairly corrosion-resistant metal that is typically anodized.
	Cast Iron		Cast iron is a heavy-duty industrial material.
	Ductile Iron		Ductile iron retains cast iron's machinability and corrosion-resistance and provides additional strength, toughness, and ductility.
	Steel		Steel is a general-purpose industrial material that typically requires surface finishing or coating in fluid applications.
	Stainless Steel		Stainless steel is chemical and corrosion resistant and can have relatively high pressure ratings.
	Other		Other unlisted or application-specific materials.
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	Maximum Pressure		The maximum rated pressure for the valve medium (liquid or gas).
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	Maximum Flow (Gas / Air)		The maximum flow for gas or air applications. Do not specify if the primary application is for fluid or liquid.
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	Maximum Flow (Liquid)		The maximum flow for liquid applications. Do not specify if the primary application is for gas or air.
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	Temperature Range		The full required range of ambient or fluid operating temperature.
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Valve Specifications

	Integral Valve Type:
	Your choices are...
	Manual		Valves are manually adjusted or actuated via knob, lever, or other manual device.
	Solenoid		Valves are opened and closed via a solenoid activated by an electrical signal. This includes all types of flow paths and proportional solenoid valves.
	Air Pilot		Air pilot valves are actuated by a pneumatic signal.
	Other		Other unlisted or specialized valve types.
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	Solenoid Valve Power Input:
	Your choices are...
	6 VDC		6 VDC solenoid power.
	12 VDC		12 VDC solenoid power.
	24 VDC		24 VDC solenoid power.
	115 VAC		115 VAC solenoid power.
	230 VAC		230 VAC solenoid power.
	Other		Other unlisted solenoid power inputs.
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Features

	Adjustable Chamber Isolation		Supply chambers can be isolated or joined, depending on the application or state of the process cycle.
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	Visual Indicator		Devices have visual indicators such as an LED to signal the valve's state (open or closed).
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	Feedback Signal		Electrical or electronic signal output signaling state of valve.
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Application

	Application
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	General Purpose		Manifolds are rated for general fluid transfer. They can be used in a variety of applications.
	Gas		Manifolds are rated for gas other than air, such as nitrogen, oxygen, argon, etc.
	Pneumatic (Compressed Air)		Pneumatic manifolds are rated for compressed air.
	Pneumatic (Vacuum)		Pneumatic vacuum manifolds are rated for air at less than atmospheric pressure.
	Water		Manifolds are rated for water delivery (hot or cold).
	Steam		Manifolds are rated for the pressure and temperature of steam flow.
	Marine		Manifolds are rated for marine / salt water applications.
	Coolant		Manifolds are designed for use with machine or process coolants, cutting fluids, etc.
	Refrigerant		Manifolds are suitable for use with refrigerants in cooling systems.
	Cryogenic		Manifolds are designed for extreme low-temperature applications.
	High Temperature		In terms of both material and design, manifolds are suitable for use at high ambient or fluid temperatures.
	Hydraulic Fluid		Manifolds are designed for the transport of hydraulic power fluid.
	Oil / Fuel		Manifolds are rated for use with petrochemicals such as engine oil, gasoline, diesel, and specialized fuels.
	Slurry		Manifolds are rated for use with slurry, a mixture of solid particles and a liquid (usually water). Slurry-rated components are rated to resist the abrasion associated with its transport.
	High Viscosity		Manifolds are designed to handle fluids of high viscosity or thickness such as grease, heavy oils, syrup, etc.
	Chemical (General)		Manifolds are rated for use with general, non-caustic chemicals.
	Chemical (Corrosive / Solvent)		Manifolds have a high degree of resistance to corrosive substances such as acids and solvents.
	Sanitary		Manifolds are resistant to contaminants and fluid absorption.
	Food Processing		Manifolds are designed and rated for use with food processing applications.
	Medical / Pharmaceutical		Manifolds are used with pharmaceutical chemicals or medical / surgical fluids.
	Other		Other unlisted applications.
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