With a trend towards the exploitation of oil reserves in harsh environments, the requirement for actuator controls that can cope with extremely low temperatures has increased. The launch of a low temperature version of ASCO’s direct operated solenoid valve and stainless steel filter regulator now sees a complete range of low temperature products available from one supplier. Suitable for use in temperatures down to -60˚C, the range includes a direct operated 3/2 solenoid valve, a 3/2 – 5/2 solenoid operated spool valve, and a selection of filters, and filter regulators.
Available for use down to -60˚C are a robust stainless steel filter regulator and a proven in use direct operated solenoid valve, used to control the opening or closing of spring return actuators. Offering reliable operation down to -40˚C is a compact aluminium solenoid operated spool valve, which could be used on spring return or double acting actuators, and an aluminium filter, regulator, and lubricator.