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Able Instruments can assist you and your customers in the following areas:
- Pneumatic application guidance: Support selecting the correct Series 9000 or 9020 valve based on air pressure, control function and system layout.
- Valve selection and integration: Assistance with porting options, directional configurations and integration into pneumatic control circuits.
- After-sales support: Guidance on ordering information, replacement valves and maintaining long-term reliability in compressed air systems.
Further to the above, Able can offer customised solutions based on your individual requirements. Email us now at info@ableinstruments.com
Barksdale Shear-Seal Manual Directional Control Air Valve
Manual Shear-Seal® valves for reliable and contamination-tolerant pneumatic control
Able Instruments offer the Barksdale Shear-Seal® Manual Directional Control Air Valve range for reliable control of compressed air in industrial pneumatic systems. This product family includes Series 9000 and Series 9020, providing dependable manual directional control where simplicity, durability and long service life are required.
These valves are specifically designed for pneumatic service and utilise Barksdale’s proven Shear-Seal® operating principle. A rotating rotor and stationary seal provide positive shut-off and consistent air flow control, offering improved resistance to wear and contamination compared with conventional spool-type air valves.
Key Features:
- Manual pneumatic directional control: Simple and reliable manual operation for switching compressed air in industrial systems.
- Shear-Seal® operating principle: Rotating rotor and stationary seal provide positive shut-off and consistent air flow control.
- Designed specifically for air service: Optimised for use in compressed air and pneumatic control applications.
- Contamination-tolerant design: Shear-Seal® technology maintains reliable performance in the presence of moisture or particulates.
- Series 9000 and 9020 options: Two related series available to suit different pneumatic control requirements.
- Robust industrial construction: Engineered for long service life in demanding pneumatic environments.
- Low maintenance operation: Proven design reduces wear compared with conventional spool-type air valves.
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Manual operation allows straightforward integration into pneumatic circuits without the need for external actuation or control air. The robust construction and contamination-tolerant design make Series 9000 and 9020 valves well suited to industrial environments where moisture, particulates or variable air quality may be present.
Typical applications include pneumatic control panels, industrial automation systems, air distribution networks and machinery control circuits. In these installations, the Barksdale Shear-Seal® Manual Directional Control Air Valve provides a dependable solution for manual air switching with minimal maintenance requirements.
Shear-Seal® Specifications:
Valve Type | Manual Shear-Seal® directional control air valve |
|---|---|
Series | 9000, 9020 |
Operating Medium | Compressed air |
Maximum Operating Pressure | Up to 300 psi (20.7 bar), depending on configuration |
Valve Function | Manual directional control (configuration dependent) |
Porting | NPT port connections depending on model |
Operating Temperature | –40 °C to +82 °C (–40 °F to +180 °F) |
Seal Materials | Buna-N elastomer seals |
Body and Internal Materials | Materials suitable for industrial pneumatic service |
Operation | Manual actuation |
Note: Specifications may vary depending on the selected series, model code and configuration. Options may include different port sizes and directional control configurations. Please refer to the ordering information or contact Able for guidance on selecting the correct valve for your pneumatic application.