A normally open valve will allow media to run through it consistently until it is energized to close the valve. The two types of solenoid valves are normally open and normally closed. For that application, stainless steel or plastic valves would be the preferred choice.

Brass valves are not recommended for drinking water. What type of media do you need to control? Brass valves are excellent for hot water, air, weak acids, weak alkali, Freon, and fuel (gas or diesel). If you still have any questions or need guidance, feel free to contact us for some assistance. Below are a few important criteria to consider before buying a valve, based on your application and requirements. Some of the benefits of electric solenoid valves with a brass body include:Ībsorbs and withstands heat better than plasticĮasier to seal and/or weld than stainless steel valvesĪs you can see from the catalog above, there is a large selection of brass valves to choose from. Though it is considered a soft metal, brass is a durable material that makes them an optimal valve choice for many applications. If you are looking for a different type of electrically controlled brass valve, please see the below pages:īrass is a somewhat soft metal alloy formed by a combination of copper and zinc. This page is for our brass electric solenoid valves. Brass is the ideal choice for a wide range of applications. These valves are available in both Normally Open and Normally Closed positions. Our full line of general purpose Brass Solenoid valves are available in a range of sizes to fit whatever project you are working on.

Haldex electric solenoid valve