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Issue 2 2011
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Valves

Leading the way in valve technology

06 Herion safety valves. 07 The Norgren range of Super X valves. 08 Proportional valves. 09 EC Machinery Directive.

10 Buschjost process valves. 12 Norgren valve islands deliver easy installation. 14 Norgren in-line valve series. 16 Pneumatic symbols guide.

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Essential information
Welcome to the second issue of the Norgren Essentials Guide, which this time focuses on valves covering the range available, handy tips and other essential information to help you choose, buy and use valves efficiently and cost-effectively.
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Norgren Express carries a comprehensive range of valves to suit a wide variety of industrial applications. Order online with complete confidence or should you need help or advice before you place your order, you can call 0870 890 3620 to speak to one of our fully-trained Norgren Express valve experts. Available from 8.30am 5pm, Monday to Friday, they can resolve your queries on the spot, or get you access to data or application support if you need it. Alternatively you can order online 24/7, 365 days a year, at store.norgren.com, where you can also benefit from order acknowledgements and online parcel tracking to help you manage your order and plan your work more effectively. We hope you find this Norgren Essentials Guide essential reading. And when youre ready to order, remember theres no easier or quicker way than with Norgren Express. As you would expect from the founders of the airline industry, Norgren stocks a wide range of valves; manual and mechanically operated, air pilot and solenoid but then also more specific types such as proportional, process, NAMUR interface, safety related examples and other lesser known requirements. Naturally all are manufactured to the strictest specifications and the high quality you would expect from Norgren. With Norgren Express, you can find the valve you need more easily, and get it delivered more quickly, so you can get on with the job.

Valve Range
VALVE ISLANDS
VM10/VM15
2 x 3/2, 5/2 and 5/3 10mm and 15mm

VS18/VS26
2 x 2/2, 2 x 3/2, 5/2 and 5/3 valves, ISO 15407-2 18mm and 26mm

sub-base valves
V40/V41
2 x 3/2, 5/2 and 5/3 Valves ISO 15407-1/VDMA 24 563 18mm

V44/V45
2 x 3/2, 5/2 and 5/3 Valves ISO 15407-1/VDMA 24 563 26mm

ISO HSTAR
5/2 and 5/3 ISO #1 to ISO #3

UM/22000
5/2 and 5/3 ISO #4

in-line and manifold VALVES

V60...63
3/2, 5/2, 5/3 and 2 x 3/2 G1/8G1/2

V5053
3/2, 5/2 and 5/3 G1/8G1/2

EXCEL 22
3/2, NC G1/8

EXCEL 32
2/2 and 3/2 G1/8, G1/4, interface

80200
3/2 G1/2G1

sPECIAL purpose valves

Two-hand control unit
G1/8 M/2710

XSz Press safety valves

3/2 G1/2G2

Manual/mechanical valves
Super X
3/2, 5/2 and 5/3 G1/8, G1/4

VHLA
4/2, 4/3 APB G1/4G1/2

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PROPORTIONAL VALVES
VP10
G1/4 8 bar

Additional ranges
VP51
G1/4 10 bar

VP50
G1/4 10 bar

T50 Non-return valves

4 12mm PIF

T65 Shuttle valves

G1/8 and G1/4

S/520 Non-return valves

G1/8 G1/2

Solenoid plugs and cables

15mm, 22mm and 30mm

Process industry/namur valves

Buschjost 82400/82730 Click-on
2/2 G1/4G2

classic PRODUCTS
Buschjost 84720/84740
2/2 G1/2G1

Buschjost 82530/82560
2/2 G1/4G1/2

Buschjost 84500/84520
2/2 G1/2G2

Buschjost 84660
3/2 G1/4

Buschjost 85300
2/2 G1/2G1

Martonair s/666
G1/8

Martonair S/1340
G1/4

Martonair M/1700
G1/4, G1/2

Martonair M/21
G1/8

Martonair M/1553
M5

Enots Super X
G1/8, G1/4

Buschjost 85700
2/2 G1/2G1

Herion 97100 Namur

3/2, 5/2, 5/3 G1/4

Herion 97300 NAMUR

3/2 and 5/2 G1/4

Herion 24011 NAMUR

3/2 G1/4, 1/4 NPT

Herion 95000
2/2 G1/4

Herion 96000
3/2 G1/4

Martonair M/20000
G1/2

Herion 26360, 80207

G1/4

Herion 26230
5/2 & 5/3, G1/4, G1/2

Herion 26220
4/2, G1/8, G1/4

Flow Control Valves

T1000 Uni-directional
M5, G1/8G1/2

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M/800
G1/8G1

T1100 Bi-directional
G1/8 and 1/4

COOGP
412mm PIF

T20
M5, G1/8 G1/2

The Norgren Express Catalogue is your guide to all things Norgren, and an invaluable reference that in your job you simply cant afford to be without. With 300 full-colour pages it features every single product in the Norgren range, with technical data, related accessories, and useful Express Plus tips to help you choose the right products and parts for your airline system.

Theres also a cross-reference to the relevant website page for each product, where you can find additional information, brochures, data sheets and more. And to make it quick and easy for you to go straight to the product you want, the Norgren Express Catalogue features a Fast Find Guide, to save you wasting valuable time flicking through the pages. Though with so many useful, money-saving, time-saving products and accessories to choose from, you might want to do that anyway.

Other valves
T60 Air fuses
G1/4G1.1/2

T55 Non-return
M5, G1/8G1/2

Blocking, pressure reducing and pneumatic sensor fittings

412mm PIF G1/8G1/2

T70, S/511, S/513, S/514 Quick exhaust

G1/8G1/2

C00GL
412mm PIF G1/8G1/2

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The safe choice. Norgren-Herion Safety Valves.

In many applications, safety valves are essential to protect people or expensive machine parts and mechanical elements. Norgren-Herion Safety Valves are the ideal choice for ultimate safety.

Trusted, Proven and now up to date!

The Norgren range of Super X valves began life almost 50 years ago as the Enots Integral series.
Since that time, they have undergone a number of changes but always retained already well tried on Norgrens VM range of valve islands. This means less weight of prime importance to vehicle builders particularly. Additional changes include the option of built in push in fittings presenting a weight, size and cost saving over previous models. Operating heads on manual versions are based upon electrical industry standards for compatibility, and mechanical operators retain their rugged, robust nature. Investment of this kind doesnt come cheap, and Norgren have invested heavily in production facilities which see each and every valve thoroughly tested for

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their status as a rugged, reliable, trusted product suitable for all manner of both Customers include general industrial but everyday and unusual applications.

presses, amusement park facilities, emergency brake systems, handling systems or robots, process control or special machines, Norgren-Herion has a safety valve to suit the application and protect people and machinery. With their fail-safe operation they not only satisfy all relevant safety regulations and increase safety, but can also lead to increased productivity. The valves inherently fail-safe design incorporates dynamic self-monitoring, a double crossflow channel, residual pressure-free

The valves are also built for long life, making them a value-for-money choice as well as a safe one. Additional safety equipment which is compatible with the Norgren-Herion Safety Valves range comprises soft start and soft stop damping modules, overlap correction, failure indication elements, and safety silencers with either thread or flange connection. Both 3/2 and 5/2 safety valves conform to category IV performance level e.

also quite specialised areas like road going The good news is that they are still

NPT value for money available at 1/8 their excellent

prices. The better news is that the most popular models are now available with high tech moulded thermoplastic bodies. Most G1/8 - 3/2 variants now have a body moulded in an engineering standard plastic

1/8 NPT

and rail vehicles.

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performance prior to despatch. Before launch, the new versions also went through full performance testing under strict environmental conditions to ensure that this valve isnt just as good as the previous model they are better!

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If your solenoid valve is failing to operate correctly, troubleshoot these common issues first. If these fail to solve the problem call you local Norgren Express sales team.

Is the connector receiving the correct voltage?

Is the electrical connector firmly secured to the valve? D  oes the valve have a manual locking override and is it engaged?  Is the valve receiving pilot air, either internal or external? I  s the pilot air at a higher operating pressure than the minimum required for the solenoid pilot? Is the solenoid pilot exhaust blocked or plugged?

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Dont lose control. Norgren Proportional Valves.

Proportional valves provide the flexibility to control output pressure or flow in an application. Norgren has an extensive range, with a wide range of pressure and flow options.
The Norgren Express range of proportional solenoid valves comprises both proportional pressure and flow versions with open or closed loop control. Applications for these products cover all manner of industrial sectors. The valves incorporate advanced spool and balanced-poppet technologies, and provide true stepless pressure or flow control for a smooth response, low noise, and a long, trouble-free cycle life. Quick to set-up and highly configurable, the valves offer maximum flexibility and ease of tuning through on-board digital electronics. Critical parameters such as pressure range and response times can be set through simple potentiometer adjustments or menu-driven programming from the front panel keypad/display. Calibration parameters can also be downloaded from a PC to the valve. The microprocessor-based design means the valves also offer selfdiagnostics, optional digital displays, and a variety of Fieldbus interfaces. To ensure precision performance, the closed loop is achieved via internal pressure feedback in pressure control valves, and spool position feedback in flow control valves.

Law and orders.

Take your pick
VP23 Pressure Control 3-way proportional pressure regulator with range of standard pressure outputs (2/10/16 bar), poppet valve for low friction, and high maximum operating pressure (18 bar/261 psi). Nominal sizes DN 8 and DN 16. Available with serial windows-user interface (VPTool) and status LED as standard. Optional LCD display or Profibus DP also available. VP50/51 Pressure Control 3-way proportional pressure regulator with a direct acting glandless spool integrated close loop control. Less than 1W power consumption. Accurate to a total error of less than 1% of total span. Available with or without built in programming panel and optional Devicenet control. VP60 Flow Control 5/3 function proportional direct operated spool valve with micro-controlled position feedback and integrated digital electronics. Rapid response times. Available with Serial windows-user interface (VPTool) and status LED as standard. Optional LCD display or Profibus DP also available.

If youre thinking of placing an order for valves, whether or not they comply with the EC Machinery Directive, is probably not top of your mind. But its worth being sure, to be safe.
The Machinery Directive is intended to harmonise essential health and safety requirements for machinery at European level. But like much European legislation, understanding it and making sure you comply with it are not at all easy. Thats why it makes sense to be sure to purchase your valves from a reputable manufacturer and supplier such as Norgren, to ensure you get useful and valid advice, and that the products you purchase are fully compliant. Whilst most components are not designed to be safety components, some are employed to perform safety-related functions. In that case, they must meet the requirements of the Directive. For example, a solenoid-operated spring return threeport two-position valve is a standard product that can be used for a number of different applications. But it is often used for dumping compressed air from a cylinder or system in response to an emergency stop. If the valve fails to operate, the cylinder or system could remain pressurised, so in this case the valve is performing a safety-related function. This means it falls under the Directive and must be compliant. So it needs to have been manufactured to a European Standard, and come with a Declaration of Conformity from the manufacturer or importer, as well as being CE marked. If the equipment doesnt fall under the Directives definition of machinery, but is integral to the machine, a Declaration of Incorporation rather than Conformity needs to be issued. Confused? Were not surprised. So before you order a valve for an application which you feel may be affected by the Directive, make sure you talk to one of Norgrens valve experts, who can provide real help and guidance so you can choose the right valve and stay on the right side of the law.

Where and why?

Pressure control Proportional Valves can be found in applications such as spot welding where response speed and repeatability are important advantages tension control (resolution and true stepless control make Proportional Valves invaluable) and leak testing (repeatability and the dynamic response characteristic make Proportional Valves ideal for this application). Flow Control Proportional Valve applications include positioning (stability and different units repeatability of control are essential benefits), torque and speed control (demanding quick response times and stability) and cylinder motion control, paint spraying, volume control, filing systems and many more.

The valves offer self-diagnostics, optional digital displays, and a variety of Fieldbus interfaces.

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Norgren Express leading the way with Buschjost process and multimedia valves.

Buschjost Valve 82400 Click-on Series Buschjost Valve 82540 Series Buschjost Valve 84500 Series

The Buschjost brand has been well-known in the field of valve technology for over 75 years. Now Buschjost valves are available from Norgren Express, making it easier and quicker to get your hands on the valves you need, from a market-leading name.
The constant research and continuing innovation behind the Buschjost name has helped to create a market leader in process and multimedia valves, which can be found in a huge variety of applications worldwide. Customers from rail operators to energy companies depend on Buschjost valves, and they can also be found in commercial vehicles, water treatment plants, food and beverage facilities, and in plant construction applications.

Quality benchmark
The Buschjost brand is known for its technology leadership, and also for setting quality benchmarks proof that it is possible to choose a groundbreaking valve which is as reliable as any more longstanding technology. In fact, in Germany, Buschjost process valves are amongst only three makes which are SIL certified for use in power plants. SIL certification relates to applications in which electrical, electronic, or programmable electronic systems are installed to perform safety functions or in other words, where failure is not an option. No fewer than three series of Buschjost piston valves in nominal sizes of DN 15 to DN 100, and connection sizes of 1/2 to 2 suitable for liquid and gas media are currently certified SIL2.

Available now
Range of Buschjost valves now available from Norgren Express comprises: Solenoid operated valves P  ort sizes from G1/4 to G2 plus options of flange connections. R  ange of body and seal materials to cover most industrial applications E  xtensive use of patented Buschjost Click-on coils  ATEX versions available D  iaphragm (up to 16 bar) and piston (up to 40 bar) versions available R  ange covers direct, indirect and forced lift versions Pressure operated valves Port sizes G1/4 to G2 D  iaphragm and piston versions available up to 16 bar depending upon size and actuator type. R  ange of body and seal materials to cover most industry applications S  uitable for fluid viscosities up to 600 centistokes and fluids with contamination S  olenoid pilot operator available to directly mount to the valve actuator Click-on Benefits V  alve core tube completely sealed - fluid cannot escape S  olenoid can be removed and replaced without tools  Can be rotated through 360 C  annot be over tightened leading to damage to valve  Totally IP65 protected

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Norgren valve islands deliver easy installation.

Modular Valve Islands make it quicker and easier to install valves in less space with less complicated wiring and tubing. And when they are Norgren Valve Islands, the advantages are even greater.
Norgren VS18 and VS26 Valve Islands are available with a number of valve functions (2/2, 3/2, 5/2, 5/3) offering from two to twenty stations in increments of two Integral soft start valve available on VS26. Conforms to ISO 15407-2 standard, and IP65 rated, the islands have a modular sub-base assembly, with optional PIFs (Push In Fittings) and a choice of DIN rail or for foot mounting, and soft seal or glandless valve technologies. Soft seals are most suitable for high flow rates, and glandless for long life. By combining both technologies in one valve island, optimum machine performance is guaranteed.

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Custom configuration
You can quickly and easily configure your own Norgren Valve Island to meet your specific requirements, using the Norgren Valve Island Online Configuration Tool on the web (vi.norgren.com). This enables you to generate an enquiry form with a product configuration code, and create a detailed view and pneumatic circuit diagram, as well as providing overall dimensions, weights and a parts list.
NORGREN VALVE ISLANDS Integral push-in fittings (3/4/6/8/10mm) Fieldbus Multipole Individually wired Field expandable with single add-on stations High flow for physical size Long life (up to 100 million cycles) UL and ATEX Compact and lightweight

VM10/VM15 Series

VS18/VS26 Series (optional) See V40/41 and V44/45 ranges for this feature

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Minimised downtime
As well as cutting installation time, Norgren Valve Islands can minimise downtime due to their long life characteristics. Permanent valve spool monitoring is incorporated, and combined evaluation is provided via the LEDs on the valve island. Convenient individual evaluation is provided through the PLC via the fieldbus. Permanent monitoring also ensures that any short circuit in the solenoid is detected at an early stage. Faulty coils are no longer actuated, which prevents potential PCB failure. However, all other valves maintain their full function. With a choice of four Norgren Valve Island Series at extremely competitive prices from Norgren Express, you can select, configure, order and install valves, faster and more easily than ever before.

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New Norgren V50 In-Line Valve Series.

Get in line.

V50

(Please note these are the 24 volt operation. For further voltage options see the full catalogue or call your local sales team.) FUNCTION 3/2 3/2 5/2 5/2 5/3 APB 5/3 COE 5/3 COP ACTUATION Sol/Air Sol/Sol Sol/Air Sol/Sol Sol/Sol Sol/Sol Sol/Sol FLOW 480 480 480 480 270 270 270 OPERATING PRESSURE (BAR) 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 3-8 3-8 3-8

PART NUMBER V50A413A-A213A V50A411A-A213A V50A513A-A213A V50A511A-A213A V50A611A-A213A V50A711A-A213A V50A811A-A213A

V51 1/4 BSP input and outputs 1/8 BSP exhausts

PART NUMBER V51B417A-A213J V51B411A-A213J V51B517A-A213J V51B511A-A213J V51B611A-A213J V51B711A-A213J V51B811A-A213J FUNCTION 3/2 3/2 5/2 5/2 5/3 APB 5/3 COE 5/3 COP ACTUATION Sol/spring Sol/sol Sol/spring Sol/sol Sol/sol Sol/sol Sol/sol FLOW 1020 1020 1020 1020 755 755 755 OPERATING PRESSURE (BAR) 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 3-8 3-8 3-8

We know customers will be queuing up for the latest valve series from Norgren because it has been specifically developed to meet customer demands. Combining high quality with affordability and a rapid response service, the V50 Series is value engineering at its best.
Our customers told us they wanted a valve which offered a high flow-to-cost ratio and highly reliable solenoid technology. But we went further and developed a whole series of valves to meet their needs. Ideal for applications in automation control, the V50 Series in-line valves offer more of what our customers want, but without pricing them out of reach. For example, they offer competitive flow rates of from 270 l/min to 2480 l/min. They offer more performance, with a pressure range of up to 8 bar. And through innovative production processes combined with the highest quality materials, they offer all this for longer, being robust enough for a long and reliable working life. Their long life and reliability is something you dont just have to take Norgrens word for, as key elements of the technology have already been proven. Their solenoid technology has been successfully tried and tested in millions of applications, and the sealing system is the highly reliable and proven NBR Softseal Spool. You might think that all this reliability, performance and longevity would mean a bigger, more costly valve. Yet in fact with the V50 series it is all available in an envelope size thats reduced overall. So you get more powerful and reliable performance in a more compact size and at a reasonable price. mounting options, and theres a choice of manual overrides: either push, or turn to lock with a tool. For further flexibility, the pilot system features an exchangeable solenoid for all standard voltages AC 110V, 220V, DC 24V and DC 12V. So when youre designing new systems, the V50 Series gives you more flexibility to get the design how you want it, confident that it will perform as you need it to and your inventory is simplified too. You can even download 2D and 3D drawings with multiple CAD support, to make your design process easier with the V50 Series, at store.norgren.com.

V52 3/8 BSP input and outputs 3/8 BSP exhausts

PART NUMBER V52C417A-A213J V52C411A-A213J V52C517A-A213J V52C511A-A213J V52C611A-A213J V52C711A-A213J V52C811A-A213J FUNCTION 3/2 3/2 5/2 5/2 5/3 APB 5/3 COE 5/3 COP ACTUATION Sol/spring Sol/sol Sol/spring Sol/sol Sol/sol Sol/sol Sol/sol FLOW 1705 1705 1705 1705 1190 1190 1190 OPERATING PRESSURE (BAR) 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 3-8 3-8 3-8

V53 1/2 BSP input and outputs 1/2 BSP exhausts

PART NUMBER V53D417A-A213J V53D411A-A213J V53D517A-A213J V53D511A-A213J V53D611A-A213J V53D711A-A213J V53D811A-A213J FUNCTION 3/2 3/2 5/2 5/2 5/3 APB 5/3 COE 5/3 COP ACTUATION Sol/spring Sol/sol Sol/spring Sol/sol Sol/sol Sol/sol Sol/sol FLOW 2480 2480 2480 2480 1910 1910 1910 OPERATING PRESSURE (BAR) 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 3-8 3-8 3-8

Flexibility
Suitable for lubricated or non-lubricated supplies and all valve functions (3/2, 5/2 and 5/3) the V50 Series operates in ambient and fluid temperatures from 5C to +50C. It offers flexible inline and manifold

For manifold options please see page 107 of the Norgren Express catalogue or if you dont have a copy request one from your local sales team.

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Control Valve Symbols

Port Marking
Note: Certain manufacturers may also adopt their own standards. Supply Outputs Exhausts Pilot operators Example:
12 2 10

Valve Operators
Push button Pull button

Port 1 2 or 4 3 or 5 10, 12, 14

Push/Pull button

Foot operated

Spring
3 1

Plunger

10

2 12

Roller operated
1 3 12 2 10

Pressure operated

Basic Valve Function

2 10 1

Direct solenoid

Solenoid pilot operated

2 12

Manual override
11 3 3

2/2 valve
4 2

3/2 valve
4 2

Solenoid pilot with internal supply

1 3

5 1 3

Solenoid pilot with external supply

Supply

4/2 valve

5/2 valve

Exhaust
5 1 3 5 1 3

5/3 valve, all ports blocked

5/3 valve, centre open exhaust

5 1 3

5/3 valve, centre open pressure

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