1/4", 3/8", 1/2" Direct Acting Solenoid Operated Spring Return

Midland-ACS 3/2 normally open/ normally closed / diverting (universal) direct acting solenoid operated spring return valves in stainless steel.

Features and Benefits:

  • Specifically designed for severe environments
  • 316L stainless steel body construction
  • Response time 75-100 ms
  • SIL2 capable (in-house assessment)
  • Designed for actuator control
  • Manual reset and manual override options
  • Normally open, normally closed and diverting (universal)
  • Satisfies all relevant EC Directives
  • Compact unit
  • Easy cable installation

Working Temperature Range:

  • -20 °C to +40 °C (-4 °F to 104 °F) Nitrile seals
  • -50 °C to +40 °C (-58 °F to 104 °F) EPDM seals

Working Pressure (operating pressure differential):

  • 0 - 10 bar (145 psi) maximum

Protection:

  • Explosion proof standard = II 2 G Exd T6 (-50 oC ≤ Ta +40 oC) Explosion proof optional = II 2 G Exd T4 (-50 oC ≤ Ta +80 oC)
  • Suitable for Zones 1 and 2, gas groups IIA, IIB, IIC
  • Ingress Protection IP67 as standard (NEMA Equivalent: 6)
  • The combination of the valve and coil will determine maximum ambient i.e. always the lower of the two
  • DC models supplied with surge protection as standard

Ports NPT (BSP Option Available):

  • 1/4”, 3/8”, 1/2” NPT

Operating Media:

  • Gases - filtered lubricated or non-lubricated
  • Air, inert gas, sweet (natural) gases

Approvals:

  • ATEX, IECEx CSA, uCSAs CU-TR, CE

Construction Materials:

  • Body: 316L stainless steel
  • Flange tube: 303 stainless steel
  • Plunger and top stop: stainless steel 430 FR
  • Springs: 302 stainless steel
  • Seals: Nitrile (Viton option)
  • EPDM on low temperature option

Maximum Flow:

At 6 bar, 1 bar differential:

  • 3/2 valves - 800 l/min (28.25 SCFM)

Electrical Characteristics:

  • Voltage tolerance: +10% or -10%
  • Duty cycle: 100% ED
  • Electrical connection (Std): cable connector from M20x1.5 female conduit
  • Coil insulation: class H (BS EN 60085) 180 oC

See Rotork Midland Direct Acting Valves Catalogue for further details