Johnson Electric Grp.    Brownsville, TX 78521
May 19, 2010 Designed for battery powered applications where space is at premium, miniature Ledex® B12 Series linear open frame solenoids provide dielectric strength of 500 Vrms for 1 sec with holding force of 7.7 oz at 20°C. They also provide 100% continuous duty cycle operation at 20°C ambient temperature. Measuring 2.0 x 1.25 in. and weighing 0.3 oz, units come standard in pull versions. Push versions are also available.

G.W. Lisk Co., Inc.    Clifton Springs, NY 14432
Mar 31, 2010 Available in package sizes from 3/8 to 3½ in. diameter, Bi-Stable Latching Solenoids come in rotary and linear designs with response time in milliseconds. Single voltage pulses open and close armature resulting in minimal heat rise and no holding power. By utilizing permanent magnet on solenoid pole face, once air gap is closed, solenoid stays in closed position until pulsed in reverse direction, either through secondary coil or reversal in polarity.

Spartan Scientific Inc.    Boardman, OH 44512
Feb 22, 2010 Designed for pilot function of 3- and 4-way pneumatic directional control valves, Series 3800 offers pressure range of vacuum to 200 psi depending on orifice size and is dust-tight and water resistant to IP 65. It can also be used in 2- or 3-way manifold assemblies where multiple valves are combined into single block station. Available in plate mount, operator is suited for small custom valves such as those used to operate hospital bed air cushions and air-ride bellows car systems.

Bicron Electronics Co.    Canaan, CT 06018
Nov 10, 2008 Featuring 0.4 x 0.6 in. body and D frame that lends to operational stability throughout years of operation, custom solenoids benefit space-limited security applications. They meet needs of keyless security devices that require electromechanical device to perform locking/unlocking action. In addition to special windings, plunger designs, and wire lead sizes, customizable design aspects include connectors, return springs, as well as force and stroke requirements.

TLX Technologies    Waukesha, WI 53186
Jul 26, 2007 Able to replace pyrotechnic and mechanical actuated systems, Latching Solenoid features hollow pin design that pierces steel sealing disc and allows gas to exit cylinder. Pin is actuated by compressed spring, which is held together in loaded position by permanent magnet latching solenoid, eliminating risks inherent in explosive devices such as accidental discharge ESD. Operated electrically or mechanically, solenoid can puncture up to 200 cylinders prior to being replaced or rebuilt.

Saia-Burgess Inc.    Vandalia, OH 45377-0427
Jan 17, 2007 Measuring below 40 dBA in power-ON mode, MagShift® Solenoids ensure no impact at end-of-travel position, thereby eliminating vibration and minimizing noise. When unit is actuated, plunger can travel past electrical ON position. Its construction eliminates residual magnetism, and allows same assembly to be configured as push/pull solenoid for maximum system design flexibility.

American Zettler, Inc.    Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 4115
Aug 16, 2006 Enclosed in dust-resistant case, Series ZCS1-70/71 features SPNO or SPDT contacts, coil voltage from 6-48 Vdc, and option of isolated or grounded coils. Units offer continuous and intermittent duty cycles with approximate power consumption of 10 and 25 W, respectively. Capable of handling low and high currents, Series ZCS1-120 features weather-resistant casing, SPNO contacts, and coil voltage from 6-48 Vdc. Power consumption is 8.1 W continuous and 14.4 W intermittent.

Saia-Burgess Inc.    Vandalia, OH 45377-0427
Aug 15, 2006 Featuring integral return spring, Series B16-L and B17-L latching open frame solenoids provide max force of 25 oz and max stroke of 0.18 in. in housing less than 1 in. long and 0.6 in. wide. Offered with 10, 25, and 50% duty cycles, units are available with 3, 6, 12, or 24 Vdc input voltages, with optional input voltages to 120 Vdc. Two plunger cone configurations are available. Solenoids are designed for security systems, office automation, and medical devices.

Saia-Burgess Inc.    Vandalia, OH 45377-0427
Dec 21, 2005 Providing strokes up to 0.18 in. and forces up to 3 lb, miniature, open-frame Models B16L, B17L, and C5L offer intermittent duty, on/off operation, and pull-in engagement suited for lock/latch operations. Units are also well suited for applications where solenoid needs to remain in energized position for extended periods of time.

Bicron Electronics Co.    Canaan, CT 06018
Jun 15, 2005 With footprints as small as 0.95 in. long x 0.72 in. dia, ZST1624N Long Life series is designed for applications that require PCB-mounted solenoids with up to 1 million actuations. Continuous-duty configurations are available with forces up to 1.75 lb @ 0.010 in. and 0.15 lb @ 0.060 in. With overall unit weight of 2 oz, products accommodate stroke lengths to 0.060 in. and come standard with Class F insulation systems and PCB mounting pins.

Gee Plus Inc.    Elgin, SC 29045
May 03, 2005 Bi-stable rotary solenoid models BRS 3831-10 and BRS 5035-8 operate from one stable position to another in 2-state rotary switch motion. Measuring 1.50 x 1.18 x 1.22 in., BRS 3831-10 moves 4.4 oz mass over ±30° arc in CW/CCW direction within 40 msec, whereas BRS 5035-8, which measures 1.97 x 1.58 x 1.38 in., moves 10 oz mass over ±30° arc in either direction in 30 msec. Smaller unit consumes 6 W, while larger consumes 9 W.

Saia-Burgess Inc.    Vandalia, OH 45377-0427
Apr 29, 2005 Featuring open frame design, B27 Series DC solenoids utilize Class A coil for operation in applications with operating temperatures up to 105ºC. Products measure 1.625 x .937 x .812 in. and provide up to 80 oz of hold force at 20ºC, with intermittent duty forces up to 7 lb. Suited for volume applications, solenoids have rated life of up to 100,000 cycles.

Trombetta Motion Technologies    Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Apr 21, 2005 Equalizer incorporates solenoid, control module, and wire harness in one unit with no external switches or other assisting devices required. Available in side- or flange-mount configurations, pull-type unit eliminates variations associated with voltage and temperature fluctuations. Voltage range is 6–15 Vdc when operating continuously, but can increase to 16 Vdc for 30 min or less. Pull force is 12 lb minimum at 10-15 V, and hold force is 25 lb at 6 Vdc.

Gee Plus Inc.    Elgin, SC 29045
Jan 05, 2005 RD series includes 6 open frame models available in 6, 12, and 24 Vdc winding configurations. Measuring .39 x .43 x .84 in., RD-A420 develops 11.0 oz peak pull force at 100% duty cycle and 1.1 W, while 1.50 x 1.18 x 2.52 in. RD-A1264 develops 4.9 lb peak pull force at 100% duty cycle and 7.5 W. Customized versions are available to suit specific applications.

SAIA-Burgess USA Inc.    Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Dec 20, 2004 Available with 12 or 24 Vdc input voltage, Push Type Series P-8 offers 10%, 25%, 50%, and continuous duty cycles. Plunger is pulled into solenoid coil when coil is energized. Shaft extension then pushes out through hole in end of mounting bushing. Integrated return spring is provided to send plunger/shaft assembly back to starting position. Suited for office automation and medical devices, solenoids provide max force of 20 oz and max stroke of 0.187 in.

Gee Plus Inc.    Elgin, SC 29045
Nov 05, 2004 Miniature latching solenoids use permanent magnets to create holding position without requiring power supply. Energized holding force varies from 7.2 oz up to 8.1 lb in models T1L-0420 to T1LP-1253, respectively. Input power varies from 0.5-10 W depending on solenoid size, and solenoid windings are available with 6, 12, and 24 V excitation voltages. Available in 10 models, products vary in size from 0.413 x 0.512 x 0.788 to 2.09 x 1.06 x 1.18 in.

Saia-Burgess Inc.    Vandalia, OH 45377-0427
Aug 11, 2004 Measuring 20 x 10 x 12 mm, open-frame Series C5 is available in magnetic-latching configuration rated for forces up to 3 lb, as well as standard on/off version rated for forces in excess of 3.5 lb. Magnetic-latching version is suited for very low duty cycle applications where solenoid needs to remain in energized position for extended periods of time. Series is suitable for battery-powered applications.

SKF Motion Technologies    Lansdale, PA 19446
Jun 23, 2004 Mecalectro(TM) solenoids enable electrically controlled action for applications with locking devices and mechanical signaling. Linear solenoids include types for standard, intensive, or heavy-duty applications, as well as bistable linear and self-holding latching solenoids. Rotary solenoids provide rotation angles of 45-90º. Shotbolts can function with power off or on, depending on type, and electromagnet types include safety holding and magnetic locks.

SAIA-Burgess USA Inc.    Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Jun 22, 2004 Weighing as little as 0.44 oz, B16 and B17 solenoids provide continuous or intermittent duty, on/off operation, and pull-in engagement suited to lock/latch operations. Able to achieve forces to 25 oz, solenoids are designed to provide life of 100,000 cycles with moderate force output. Products offer economical solution for volume applications.

Peter Paul Electronics Co., Inc.    New Britain, CT 06050
Apr 28, 2004 With pressures to 500 psi, Magnetic Latching Valve is offered in 6–60 Vdc and draws approximately 7 W when energized. Encapsulated into single package, coil and rare earth magnet assembly come with either lead wire or male DIN style connection. Valve requires only 30 ms of power application to latch or unlatch. It is suited for tight spaces and remote areas where continuous power may not be available, or in battery-powered portable equipment.