Clipplard has introduced the NPV Series Miniature Pinch Valve, which is a solenoid-operated device that is designed to open and close tubes for controlling flow of liquids and gases. Other valve types have internal passages that might cause small amounts of fluid to remain in the valve. Pinch valves have no areas or dead volume where fluid can become trapped. Only the inside of the tubing contacts the fluid. Energizing the solenoid retracts or attracts the plunger, which opens or closes the tube. De-energizing the solenoid will allow the plunger to return to its original state.
Common industries that use pinch valves for the benefits of isolating fluid from a mechanical valve include: drug dispensing, laboratory equipment, waste water, medical devices, chemical, food and beverage equipment, ceramic/glass/plastic, and bulk and solids handling. Features of the NPV series pinch valve include, it comes in four sizes with multiple pressure range options to 30 psig, it is small and compact design, it is hygienic and easy to clean (replace tubes), it consumes less power, it can handle whole blood and particulate matter, each valve comes with 12” of medical/laboratory grade silicone tubing, pre-installed and tubing is easily replaceable.