AirTAC M3 Series Control Valve
3/2 Way Mechanical & Manual Pneumatic Control Valve
The AirTAC M3 Series Control Valve is a 3/2 way pneumatic directional control valve designed for manual and mechanical actuation in industrial pneumatic systems.
The M3 Series is available with multiple operating mechanisms including basic button, long handle, short handle, lever, roller, free-return roller, latching, protruding button, flat button, mushroom button and selector types.
With M5, 1/8″ and 1/4″ port options, aluminium alloy construction and a reliable sliding column design, the AirTAC M3 Series provides flexible pneumatic control for industrial machinery, automation equipment, position detection and general pneumatic applications.
M3 Series
Available Models
| Model | Operating Type | Port Size |
|---|---|---|
| M3B110-06 | Basic Type | 1/8″ |
| M3C110-06 | Long Handle Type | 1/8″ |
| M3D110-06 | Short Handle Type | 1/8″ |
| M3Y110-06 | Lever Type | 1/8″ |
| M3R110-06 | Roller Type | 1/8″ |
| M3L110-06 | Roller with Free Return Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PL110-06 | Latching Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PP110-06 | Protruding Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PF110-06 | Flat Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PM110-06 | Mushroom Type | 1/8″ |
| M3HS110-06 | Selector Type | 1/8″ |
| Model | Operating Type | Port Size |
|---|---|---|
| M3B210-06 | Basic Type | 1/8″ |
| M3B210-08 | Basic Type | 1/4″ |
| M3C210-06 | Long Handle Type | 1/8″ |
| M3C210-08 | Long Handle Type | 1/4″ |
| M3D210-06 | Short Handle Type | 1/8″ |
| M3D210-08 | Short Handle Type | 1/4″ |
| M3Y210-06 | Lever Type | 1/8″ |
| M3Y210-08 | Lever Type | 1/4″ |
| M3R210-06 | Roller Type | 1/8″ |
| M3R210-08 | Roller Type | 1/4″ |
| M3L210-06 | Roller with Free Return Type | 1/8″ |
| M3L210-08 | Roller with Free Return Type | 1/4″ |
| M3PL210-06 | Latching Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PL210-08 | Latching Type | 1/4″ |
| M3PP210-06 | Protruding Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PP210-08 | Protruding Type | 1/4″ |
| M3PF210-06 | Flat Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PF210-08 | Flat Type | 1/4″ |
| M3PM210-06 | Mushroom Type | 1/8″ |
| M3PM210-08 | Mushroom Type | 1/4″ |
| M3HS210-06 | Selector Type | 1/8″ |
| M3HS210-08 | Selector Type | 1/4″ |
| Model | Operating Type | Port Size |
|---|---|---|
| M3B05 | Basic Type | M5 |
| M3R05 | Roller Type | M5 |
| M3L05 | Roller with Free Return Type | M5 |
Specifications
Product Feature
Applications
Model Configuration
Specifications
| Specification | M3 Series |
|---|---|
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40 μm filter element) |
| Operating | External control direct acting type |
| Valve Type | 3/2 Way |
| Port Size | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| Pressure Range | 0–1.0 MPa (0–145 psi) |
| Proof Pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature Range | -20°C to 70°C |
| Lubrication | Not required |
| Body Material | Aluminium alloy |
| Thread Type | PT, G, NPT |
Product Feature
- 3/2 way pneumatic control valve
- Multiple manual and mechanical actuation options
- Available with button, lever, roller, mushroom and selector operators
- Sliding column structure provides sensitive directional switching
- Good internal sealing helps provide reliable operation
- Exhaust outlet design allows convenient installation of a silencer
- Multiple mounting options for convenient installation
- Aluminium alloy valve body
- No additional lubrication required under normal operating conditions
- Suitable for industrial pneumatic and automation systems
Applications
The AirTAC M3 Series Control Valve is suitable for:
- Pneumatic cylinder control
- Machine position detection
- Mechanical limit control
- Manual pneumatic switching
- Production machinery
- Assembly equipment
- Packaging machinery
- Pneumatic fixtures
- Industrial automation equipment
- General pneumatic control systems
Model Configuration
| Configuration | Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Valve Type | M3 | M Type 3/2 Way Control Valve |
| Operating Type | B | Basic Type |
| C | Long Handle Type | |
| D | Short Handle Type | |
| Y | Lever Type | |
| R | Roller Type | |
| L | Roller with Free Return Type | |
| PL | Latching Type | |
| PP | Protruding Type | |
| PF | Flat Type | |
| PM | Mushroom Type | |
| HS | Selector Type | |
| Series Code | 110 | 100 Series Single Control |
| 210 | 200 Series Single Control | |
| Port Size | 05 | M5 |
| 06 | 1/8″ | |
| 08 | 1/4″ | |
| Button Color | Blank | Red |
| R | Red | |
| G | Green | |
| B | Black | |
| Thread Type | Blank | PT |
| G | G Thread | |
| T | NPT |
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