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4 Way Solenoid Valves 8342 Series

The solenoid is an electromagnetic part of a valve, comprised of a coil, coretube, core and enclosure. ASCO Redhat brand offers the worlds largest selection of 2-, 3- and 4-way solenoid valves, designed to handle the most demanding fluid control applications.
3 Way Direct Acting Low Pressure Solenoid Valves
Common Specifications
Solenoid Enclosures Standard Enclosures Optional Enclosures Electrical
Valves listed in this series have Red-Hat II molded epoxy solenoids. Red-Hat II valves are identified by the change letter "G" in their catalog numbers . Types 1, 2, 3, 3S, 4 and 4X Combination General Purpose and Watertight Types 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 7 and 9 Combination Explosion proof and Watertight. To order, add prefix "EF"to catalog number.

Additional constructions are available. The Optional Features Section contains descriptions and ordering information for: Open Frame Solenoids · Junction Box Enclosures · Panel Mount Constructions.

Optional: Adjustable flow controls regulate speed of the cylinder pistons in either direction. Flow adjustment of both Cylinder A and B ports is independently controlled.
Standard Voltages: 24, 120, 240, 480 volts, AC, 60 Hz (or 110, 220 volts, AC, 50 Hz)

Other voltages are available when required.

Coil: Continuous duty molded Class F.
Nominal Ambient Temperature Ranges Valve Parts in Contact with Fluids Approvals Ordering Information
32°F to 125°F. Body -- Brass or 304 s.s., as listed
Seals and Disc -- Buna "N" and Viton*
Core Tube -- 305 s.s.
Core and Plug nut -- 430F s.s.
Springs -- 302 s.s.
Shading Coil -- Copper
Sleeve -- Nylon
Seats -- Rulon**
CSA certified. UL listed as a General Purpose Valve.
Important: We must have catalog number, voltage and Hertz, operating pressure and fluid handled. Use strainers with Solenoid Valves.

* DuPont Co. trademark
** Dixon Industries Co. trademark

Specifications (English Units)

Standard Solenoid Enclosures
Red-Hat - Type 1
Red-Hat II - Types 1, 2, 3, 3S, 4 and 4X
Watt Rating/Class of Coil Insulation Max
Fluid Temp.
F
Pipe
Size
(ins.)
Orifice
Size
(ins.)
CV
Flow
Factor
Operating Pressure Differential (psi)
Brass Body S.S. Body Max. AC
Catalog Number Constr. Ref. No. Catalog Number Constr. Ref. No. AC AC Air-
Inert
Gas
Water Light Oil
300 SSU
Metal Seats and Discs
8342G001 1 8342G701 2 20.1/F 160 1/4 3/16 0.70 125 100 100
8342G003 1 8342G703 2 20.1/F 160 3/8 3/16 0.70 125 100 100
Phosphur Bronze Seats -- Steam Service Only
8342G020 3 8342G720 4 16.1/F 160 1/4 3/16 0.70 125 125 125
8342G022 3 8342G722 4 16.1/F 160 3/8 3/16 0.70 125 125 125
Notes: 1- With built-in flow control (Suffix "M") the CV is 0.44, and an 0.5 psi Minimum Operating Pressure is        required