Solenoid valves - what should we know about them?

When we buy certain objects for our house, meaning appliances like coffee makers, washing machines or dishwashers, we never think about how they are made, or about what makes them function. We never think about the fact that there are certain parts which make them work and that without these parts we cannot do anything with our appliances.

 

The 3 way solenoid valve represents one of the pieces which make these appliances work. There are certain types of solenoid valves which are used in order to produce coffee makers and washing machines. 

 

There are certain types which are used for industrial applications. For example, the plastic solenoid valve it is used in order to control the flow of water, solvents, acids, gases, caustics, gases, oils and other substances and this is why it is usually used in high humidity industrial applications. A plastic solenoid valve’ s body is usually made of PVC or of natural polypropylene. But these valves can also be used for garden watering systems, irrigation systems and also for the washing machine or for other home appliances. Usually, we can use it for  almost all the water controlling applications because it is made of plastic and it does not rust.

 

There are also air solenoid valves which are usually used for limiting, shutting off, securing and releasing the air supply. Most of the air solenoid valves are used for automatic control of air pressure.

 

If you are interested in solenoid valves you should know that you can find them on the Internet on certain websites. Before buying one, try to compare all the products that you find in order to find the right one for you. Look for these features: the working medium - you must know where you can use it; working-pressure range and the action mode - you must know how it works; the ideal temperature of the environment; if it needs lubrication or not. These are a few things you should search for before deciding which product is the best for you.

 

There are many manufacturers which have their own websites where you can find the plastic solenoid valve you need, with all the specifications and the features that you need to know. You will also find photos with all the products and this will help you see if a certain product is the right one for you. Before choosing the manufacturer be sure that he is offering all the services and warranties that you need.