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Direct solenoid operated directional control valve

US4338966A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 26, 1981
Grant dateJul 13, 1982
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/87772
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A spherical valve member is moved within a housing between operative positions by direct application of supply pressure and operation of a solenoid arranged to maximize mechanical force imposed on the valve member while minimizing solenoid size and eliminating the use of movable close fitting cylindrical parts which can be subject to sticking in the presence of solid contaminants.

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