Control valves are fundamental components in every pneumatic system. Choosing the correct pneumatic control valves to regulate the system pressure, the direction and the rate of flow are critical considerations for the designers of fluid power circuits. To help with these challenges Rotork Midland offers the Fluoslide range of semi-rotary pneumatic control valves.
Available with key or lever operation, Fluoslide valves are designed for the manual control of air flow in heavy duty pneumatic systems at working pressures up to 10 Bar (145 psi) and a temperature range of -40 to +70ºC (-40 to +158ºF). Widespread applications are found in industries including rail (rolling stock and trackside), mining and offshore oil and gas.
Manufactured with aluminium, stainless steel or brass bodies, the maintenance-free design features 316 stainless steel internal components, Nitrile seals and graphite filled PTFE slides. Operating configurations encompass 2/2, 3/2 and 4/2, 2-position detent or spring return, and 4/3, 3-position detent or spring to centre.
Suitable for neutral, gaseous and liquid fluids, with a maximum flow rate capacity of 700 litres/minute (at 6 Bar pressure with 1 Bar differential), Fluoslide valves are designed for use in arduous applications, whilst the rugged construction delivers excellent performance in areas of high vibration.
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