How Do You Install Solenoid Valves?

Solenoid valves are electrically operated valves that are typically used in industrial control systems to control the flow, direction, speed and other parameters of a medium. They work by controlling an electric actuator which moves the plunger, allowing or blocking the flow of fluid from one pipe to another.

Installation:
The first step to installing a solenoid valve is to ensure the correct installation method and procedures are followed. This will help to avoid problems and damage occurring during the lifetime of your valve.
Ideally, the solenoid valve should be installed with the coil and armature pointing vertically. This reduces the risk of sediments from the media falling into the armature tube and restricting the armature movement.
A strainer should be fitted to upstream of the valve in order to prevent any particles from entering the armature tube and causing coil failure. This will also be beneficial if the solenoid is used in conjunction with other equipment that can block upstream or downstream of the valve (such as a filter).

Connecting leads:
A typical solenoid valve uses three wires to power and control it – a yellow or green shaded cable which is usually connected to the earth, a blue or brown colored cable which is generally connected to the phase supply and a red or black colored cable which is normally connected to the neutral supply. Check the manual of your valve to determine the exact colors for these cables.