Bifold Group range of NAMUR solenoid valves and manifolds

The Bifold Group range of direct-mount solenoid valves, manifold and accessories for general valve actuator applications is available in 3/2, 5/2 or 5/3 port configurations.

Compact in its design, the solenoid valve features a NAMUR mounting pattern according to VDI/VDE 3845 designed to mount to any NAMUR valve actuator thus reducing actuator response times, space requirements and also negating the need for a back plate. Installation costs are lower as the need for tubing, fittings, brackets and assembly labour are greatly reduced. All mounting screws and seals are included with the valve.

The Bifold design includes a mounting/spacer block that is free to rotate through 360°. This feature avoids the solenoid housing from coming into contact with the switch box and ensures the filter regulator remains upright at all times.

This range also includes a manifold option that incorporates the NAMUR interface kit based on the Axis system, allowing the direct mounting of filter regulators, check valves, flow control valves, pressure relief valves and manual valves.

The valves are manufactured from 316L stainless steel with an operating temperature range of -60 to +180°C and worldwide approvals Ex d, Ex ia, Ex emb and explosion proof. This product range is available with a wide range of override options including auto reset, spring return manual override, stayput manual override, manual reset, tamperproof manual latch and latch energised. All FP Solenoid valve assemblies have SIL 3 third-party certification to IEC 61508.