Advantages and Disadvantages to Solenoid Valves

Solenoid Valves are used throughout a number of industries, due to the valve’s versatility. Solenoid valves can be used with either fluid or gas applications, making them favourable among a number of manufacturers. Solenoid valves use an electromechanical magnetic field which opens and shuts the valve, making the valve a reliable option for pneumatic and …

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Discover MGA’s Range of Maxseal solenoid valves

At MGA Controls, we supply many different types of solenoid valves, including a comprehensive range of ICO4S, ICO3S and ICO2S solenoid-operated valves from IMI Maxseal. Maxseal is a tried and tested manufacturer of solenoid valves from the IMI Precision Engineering family. They provide quality stainless steel solenoid valves, designed and manufactured with reliability and durability …

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Solenoid valves for hazardous areas

To operate safely in the face of environmental risks, solenoid valves for hazardous areas require stringent ATEX-approvals, as well as custom-made, durable components. In our latest article, MGA Controls showcases our range of solenoid valves for severe applications, manufactured by IMI Maxseal. IMI Maxseal valves perform exceptionally well in harsh environments all over the world. …

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Discover Bifold’s range of solenoid valves

At MGA Controls, we are proud distributors of Bifold Fluidpower Limited products. Bifold’s range of solenoid valves are a cut above the rest, featuring a high-quality stainless-steel construction that is designed with durability and longevity in mind. In this article, we will be discussing the Bifold solenoid valves we supply at MGA Controls and why …

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Solenoid valve working principle

A solenoid valve is an electromechanically controlled valve that eradicates the need for an engineer to operate the valve manually. Usually, solenoid valves are used whenever the flow of media has to be controlled automatically. An increasing amount of plants are taking advantage of the solenoid valve, as a variety of different designs are available, …

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What is a Diaphragm Solenoid Valve?

Are you looking for a diaphragm valve that has a compact flow design and can have various media types? Here at MGA Controls, we have a wide range of diaphragm valves, from specific application valves to general-purpose valves. In this blog, we explain the advantages, features and uses of a diaphragm valve. What is a …

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Direct vs Indirect Solenoid Valves

A solenoid valve is an electromechanically controlled valve, featuring an electrical coil with a ferromagnetic core at its centre. There are a variety of solenoid valves, the main ones being direct-operated solenoids and indirect-acting solenoid valves. Each valve is designed to operate in a way that will suit their specific industry requirements. Here, MGA Controls …

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Asco Numatics Solenoid Valve Troubleshooting Guide

A solenoid is an efficient means of automatic flow control. An Asco Numatics solenoid valve will usually perform to a high standard, however if a problem does arise, our latest article offers our Asco Numatics solenoid troubleshooting guide. Asco Numatics solenoid troubleshooting guide It is important to ensure a solenoid valve is functioning to an …

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