AirTAC S3 Series Control Valve
3/2 Way Mechanical & Manual Pneumatic Control Valve
The AirTAC S3 Series Control Valve is a 3/2 way pneumatic directional control valve designed for manual and mechanical actuation in industrial pneumatic systems.
The S3 Series is available with multiple operating mechanisms including basic, long handle, short handle, lever, roller, roller with free return, vertical, latching, protruding, flat, mushroom and selector types.
With M5, 1/8″ and 1/4″ port options, aluminium alloy construction and a compact shut-off structure, the AirTAC S3 Series provides reliable pneumatic control for industrial machinery, automation equipment, position detection and general pneumatic applications.
S3 Series
Available Models
| Series | Operating Type | Available Port Size |
|---|---|---|
| S3B | Basic Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3C | Long Handle Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3D | Short Handle Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3Y | Lever Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3R | Roller Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3L | Roller with Free Return Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3V | Vertical Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3PL | Latching Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3PP | Protruding Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3PF | Flat Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3PM | Mushroom Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
| S3HS | Selector Type | M5, 1/8″, 1/4″ |
Specifications
Product Feature
Applications
Model Configuration
Specifications
| Specification | S3 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″ |
| Orifice Size | M5: 2.5 mm² (Cv=0.14) / 1/8″: 8.0 mm² (Cv=0.45) / 1/4″: 12.0 mm² (Cv=0.67) |
| 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, handle, lever, roller, mushroom and selector operators
- Compact shut-off structure with good sealing performance
- Sensitive directional switching
- Multiple mounting options for convenient installation
- Metal control components on selected models for reliable operation
- Aluminium alloy valve body
- No additional lubrication required
- Suitable for industrial machinery and pneumatic automation systems
Applications
The AirTAC S3 Series Control Valve is suitable for:
- Pneumatic cylinder control
- Mechanical position detection
- Machine 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 | S3 | S 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 | |
| V | Vertical Type | |
| PL | Latching Type | |
| PP | Protruding Type | |
| PF | Flat Type | |
| PM | Mushroom Type | |
| HS | Selector Type | |
| Port Size | M5 | 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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