Overview: The VSO® (Voltage Sensitive Orifice) is a miniature solenoid
valve designed to control gas flow proportionally to input current. It is suitable for medical and analytical applications, offering precise control with either DC current or pulse width modulation.
Specifications:- Valve Type: 2-Way Normally Closed
- Media: Compatible with air, argon, helium, hydrogen, methane, nitrogen, oxygen, and others
- Operating Environment: 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C)
- Storage Temperature: -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C)
- Dimensions: Length 1.785 in, Width 0.625 in, Height 0.67 in
- Weight: 2.2 oz
- Porting Options: Barbs or 10-32 female; manifold mount
Performance Characteristics:- Operating Pressure: Up to 150 psig
- Leak Rate: Internal 0.2 SCCM of He, External 0.016 SCCM of He at 150 psi
- Orifice Sizes: Ranging from 0.010 in to 0.065 in
- Hysteresis: 7% typical, 15% maximum of full scale current
Features:- Thermally compensated for ideal flow maintenance
- High repeatability and long life cycle (100 million cycles)
- RoHS compliant and cleaned for analytical and oxygen service use
- Serialized performance traceability
Applications:- Gas Chromatography
- Mass Spectrometry
- Ventilators
- O2 Concentrators/Conservers
- Anaesthesia Delivery & Monitors
- Pressure & Flow Control
- Mass Flow Control
Electrical Requirements:- Power: 2.0 Watts maximum
- Voltage: Various options available, see detailed table
- Electrical Termination: Options include wire leads, PC mount, quick disconnect spade
Installation and Use:- Control: Recommended to use current control for repeatability
- PWM Control: Frequency between 5-12kHz, application dependent
Ordering Information: Detailed part ID structure provided for customization based on application needs.
Additional Notes: For optimal application solutions, provide media, pressures, flow rate, voltage, and temperature range when consulting with Parker Precision Fluidics.
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