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SOLENOID VALVE QUICK SELECT CHARTS

SOLENOID VALVES

REFRIGERATION APPLICATIONS
APPLICATION

FEATURE

VALVE
50RB
100RB2
102RA2

LIQUID LINE
DISCHARGE GAS

200RB2

TWO WAY, NORMALLY CLOSED


SOLENOID VALVE

200RB3
200RB4
200RB5
200RB6
200RB7
240RA8
240RA9 (5/8)

TWO WAY, NORMALLY CLOSED


SOLENOID VALVE

240RA9 (1-1/8)
240RA12
240RA16
240RA20

LIQUID LINE
DISCHARGE
GAS
SUCTION LINE

905(H)13
905(H)14

TWO WAY, NORMALLY CLOSED


SOLENOID VALVE

905(H)15
905(H)16
905(H)18
500RB2
500RB3
500RB4
500RB5
500RB6

TWO WAY, NORMALLY OPEN


SOLENOID VALVE

500RB7
540RA8
540RA9 (5/8)
540RA9 (1-1/8)
540RA12
540RA16
540RA20

NOMINAL
LIQUID CAPACITY
R-22 (IN TONS)*
.54
1.3
1.3
3.1
4.8
5.6
8.2
10.0
15.6
15.6
23.3
30.5
34.9
58.0
95.4
30.0
56.2
84.8
127.0
224.0
3.1
4.8
5.6
8.2
10.0
15.6
15.6
23.3
30.5
34.9
58.0
95.4

PAGE
127
128
130

131

134

145

136

138

* 3 psi pressure drop per ARI Standard 760.

SPECIALTY APPLICATIONS
PAGE
147
140
142
143
149
151
153

126

VALVE
3031RB/RC
710/713RA
702RA
207CB
4031RV
RV
703RB

APPLICATION

Heat Reclaim - Three Way


Pressure Differential - Liquid Line
Direct Acting - Three Way
Low Pressure Water Solenoid (Dump Valve)
Heat Reclaim and Gas Defrost - Two and Three Way
Brass Reversing Valve
Unloader Valve

PAGE

154
155
156
157
158
159-166

ALCO CONTROLS

VALVE
704RB/RC
707RA
708RA
714RA
716RA

APPLICATION

Unloader Valve
Unloader Valve
Unloader Valve
Unloader Valve
Unloader Valve
Suction, Liquid and Discharge Gas Capacity Tables

50RB SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION

NOTE: Coil included


with valve.

SOLENOID VALVES

Direct-acting, 2-way, normally closed valves


Used for liquid or discharge gas refrigerant service
Solenoid actuated shut-off valve

FEATURES

Long-life molded coils


Extended ends for easy installation (standard)
Screw-on coil

SPECIFICATIONS

Teflon seat material


30 leads
Maximum fluid temp:
Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
UL file number:
Guide number:

OPTIONS

Connection sizes to fit your system


Available with straight-thru or right angle design

250F
500 psig
300 psig
MH25894
Y10Z

NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up


position is not recommended.

NOMENCLATURE
Example: 50RB 4T22 120/50-60
50R
Basic Valve
Type

B
Design
Series

4
Port Size
(in 1/64")

T
Connection Type
T=ODF straight thru
B=ODF right angle

2
Inlet
Connection Size
(In 1/8")

2
Outlet
Connection Size
(In 1/8")

120/50-60
Coil Voltages

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL LIQUID CAPACITY TABLE FOR 50RB VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*
063452
063511
063587
063454
063585
063513

DESCRIPTION
50RB 4 B 2 2 SML
50RB 4 B 2 2 SML
50RB 4 T 2 2 SML
50RB 4 T 2 2 SML
50RB 4 B 2 2 SML
50RB 4 T 2 2 SML
Standard Product Offering
* Product Code Number

CONNECTION

1/4 ODF

SIZE

COIL

VOLTAGE/HZ
120/50-60
220/50-60
24/50-60
120/50-60
24/50-60
220/50-60

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

.34 (1.2)

.41 (1.5)

.54 (1.9)

.51 (1.8)

R-404A/R-507

.34 (1.2)

R-502

.35 (1.2)

Capacities based on 100F liquid and 40F saturated evaporator for ARI standard 760-87.

SEE PAGES 159-166 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID CAPACITIES.

50RB DIMENSIONAL DATA


(3.34)

(1.50)
(1.50)

(1.50)

(1.50)

(2.75)

30 LEAD
WIRE

(4.44)
(.50)

(2.69)

(3.50)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

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100RB SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

Used for liquid or discharge gas refrigerant service


Direct-acting, 2-way, normally closed valve
Solenoid actuated shut-off valve

FEATURES

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see page 173.


See Nomenclature for ordering information.

One coil fits all valve sizes


Extended ends for easy installation (standard)
Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum fluid temp:


Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
UL file number:
CSA file number:
CV and TUV approved

OPTIONS

Connection sizes to fit your system


SAE or ODF connection sizes in 1/4 and 3/8, 1/4 NPTF
Coil voltages: 120V 50/60Hz, 208V 50/60HZ, 24V 50/60HZ
Use with R-22, R-134a, R-404A, R-507

250F
500 psig
300 psig
MP604
LR44912

NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up


position is not recommended.

NOMENCLATURE

Example: 100RB 2F2 VLC

100R

VLC

Valve
Series

Design
Series

Port Size
(in 1/16")

Connection Type
F = SAE
S = ODF
P = FPT

Connection Size
(in 1/8")

Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil) See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL CAPACITY TABLE FOR 100RB VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*
047503
047504
047505
047500
047501
047502

PRODUCT
100RB
100RB
100RB
100RB
100RB
100RB

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

DESCRIPTION
2S2 VLC
2S3 VLC
2S4 VLC
2F2 VLC
2F3 VLC
2P2 VLC

CONNECTION SIZE
1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
1/4 SAE
3/8 SAE
1/4 NPTF

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

.80 (2.8)

.96 (3.4)

1.27 (4.5)

1.21 (4.3)

Capacities based on 100F liquid and 40F saturated evaporator for ARI standard 760-87.

SEE PAGES 159-165 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID AND DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES.

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R-404A/R-507
.85 (3.0)

R-502
.83 (2.9)

100RB DIMENSIONAL DATA


(2.81)
(1.75)

1-3/16 DIA.(1.19)
ODF Connections

(.75)

(1.06)

(2.88)

SOLENOID VALVES

(1.50)

SAE & NPTF


Connections

(.25)

(.38)

Valve
100RB
100RB
100RB
100RB
100RB
100RB

2S2
2S3
2S4
2F2
2F3
2P2

Conn. Size
VLC
VLC
VLC
VLC
VLC
VLC

1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
1/4 SAE
3/8 SAE
1/4 NPTF

4-5/8
4-5/8
4-5/8
2-7/8
3-1/4
1-1/2

B
(4.63)
(4.63)
(4.63)
(2.88)
(3.25)
(1.50)

5/16 (.31)
5/16 (.31)
3/8 (.38)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

100RB EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS KIT DATA

K indicates part is supplied in valve repair kit KS30112.


Note: Spanner wrench X11981-1 included in complete valve kit.
PCN 049191
COIL ASSEMBLY
Consists of coil, coil nameplate, and conversion spacer (AMG).
For voltages and frequencies available
see the tables on pages 173-175.

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102RA SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

Used for liquid or discharge gas refrigerant service


Direct-acting, 2-way, normally closed valve
Solenoid actuated shut-off valve

FEATURES

One coil fits all valve sizes


Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see page 173.


See Nomenclature for ordering information.

SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONS

SAE connection sizes in 1/4 and 3/8


Coil voltages: 120V 50/60Hz, 208V 50/60HZ, 24V 50/60HZ
Use with R-22, R-134a, R-404A, R-507

Maximum fluid temp:


Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
UL file number:

NOMENCLATURE

NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up


position is not recommended.

Example: 102RA 2F2 VLC

250F
500 psig
300 psig
MP604

102R

VLC

Valve
Series

Design
Series

Port Size
(in 1/16")

Connection Type
F = SAE

Connection Size
(in 1/8")

Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil) See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL LIQUID CAPACITY TABLE FOR 102RA VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*
064800
064801

Description
102RA2F3
102RA2F2

Connection Size
3/8 x 3/8 SAE
1/4 x 1/4 SAE

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

R-404A/R-507

R-502

.80 (2.8)

.96 (3.4)

1.27 (4.5)

1.21 (4.3)

.85 (3.0)

.83 (2.9)

Capacities based on 100F liquid and 40F saturated evaporator for ARI standard 760-87.

SEE PAGES 160-162 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID AND DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES.

102RA DIMENSIONAL DATA


2 37/64

2 9/16

2 37/64
2 9/32

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

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200RB SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION

SOLENOID VALVES

Pilot-operated, 2-way, normally closed valves


Ideal for liquid, discharge or suction gas refrigerant service
Solenoid actuated shut-off valves

FEATURES

One coil fits all valve sizes


Extended ends for easy installation (standard)
Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding
Low pressure differential required for full opening

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see page 173.


See Nomenclature for ordering information.

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum fluid temp:


Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
UL file number:
CSA file number:

OPTIONS

Connection sizes to fit your system


Can be converted for bi-flo applications
Available in 8 orifice sizes
Manual stem or mounting bracket adapter

NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up


position is not recommended.

NOMENCLATURE

Example: 200RB 4T3M VLC


200R
B
Valve
Series

Design
Series

Port Size
(in 1/16")

250F
500 psig
300 psig
MP604
LR44912

Connection Type
F = SAE
S = ODF
P = FPT
T = Copper Extended Ends

Connection Size
(in 1/8")

M = manual stem
T = mounting
bracket adapter
(M & T optional)

VLC

Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil) See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL CAPACITY TABLE FOR 200RB VALVES - TONS (KW)

PCN*
Standard Mounting
Valve
Stud 1
053014
062611
053105
053106
052725
052726
052727
049608
049609
049692
047506
059728
047511
047516
047517
047518
058950
047519
059729
047524
049201
061227
057206
059730
059731
059732
059733
047537
047540
047544
056766
064037
064062
064063
064282
064762
064645
064767
064818
064821

056437
-053236
054170
-056438
055855
-049585
-047508
047510
047513
047515
049162
049163
058045
047521
047523
047526
047528
054343
049164
049165
047531
047534
047536
047539
047542
047546
047548
--064562
064284
064764
064766
064769
064820
064823

* Product Code Number


Standard Product Offering

Manual
Stem 2
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
047507
047509
047512
047516
049186
049187
056518
047520
047522
047525
047527
-049188
049189
047530
047533
047535
047538
047541
047545
047547
--064267
064283
064763
064765
064768
064819
064822

Description
200RB 2 F 2
200RB 2 F 3
200RB 2 T 2
200RB 2 T 3
200RB 3 F 2
200RB 3 F 3
200RB 3 F 4
200RB 3 T 2
200RB 3 T 3
200RB 3 T 4
200RB 4 F 3
200RB 4 P 3
200RB 4 S 3
200RB 4 S 4
200RB 4 T 3
200RB 4 T 4
200RB 4 T 5
200RB 5 F 4
200RB 5 F 5
200RB 5 S 4
200RB 5 S 5
200RB 5 T 3
200RB 5 T 4
200RB 5 T 5
200RB 6 F 4
200RB 6 F 5
200RB 6 P 3
200RB 6 S 4
200RB 6 S 5
200RB 6 T 4
200RB 6 T 5
200RB 7 S 5
200RB 7 T 4
200RB 7 T 5
200RB 7 T 7
200RB 9 T 5
200RB 9 T 7
200RB 9 T 9
200RB 12 T 7
200RB 12 T 9
1

Connection Size
1/4 SAE
3/8 SAE
1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/4 SAE
3/8 SAE
1/2 SAE
1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
3/8 SAE
3/8 NPTF
3/8 ODF x 1/2 ODM
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
1/2 SAE
5/8 ODF
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM
5/8 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
1/2 SAE
5/8 SAE
3/8 NPTF
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM
5/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
5/8 ODF x 7/8 ODM
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
5/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

2.0
(7.1)

2.4
(8.5)

3.1
(11)

2.9
(10.3)

2.1
(7.4)

2.0
(7.1)

3.0
(10.6)

3.6
(12.7)

4.8
(17)

4.5
(16)

3.2
(11.3)

3.1
(11)

3.6
(12.7)

4.3
(15.2)

5.6
(19.8)

5.3
(18.8)

3.7
(13.1)

3.6
(10.6)

5.3
(18.8)

6.4
(22.7)

8.2
(29)

7.8
(27.6)

5.4
(19.1)

5.3
(18.8)

6.4
(22.7)

7.7
27.3)

10.0
(35.4)

9.5
(33.6)

6.5
(23)

6.5
(23)

10.0
(35.4)

12.1
(42.8)

15.6
(55.2)

14.8
(52.4)

10.3
(36.5)

10.1
(35.8)

14.9 (52.8)
19.6
(69.4)
22.5
(79.7)

18.0 (63.2)
23.6
(83.5)
27.1
(96)

23.3 (82.5)
30.5
(108)
34.9
(124)

22.2 (78.6)
29.0
(103)
33.2
(128)

15.3 (54.2)
20.1
(71.1)
23.0
(81.4)

15.1 (53.0)
19.8
(70.1)
22.7
(80.4)

Add T to the end of description for Mounting Stud

R-404A/R-507 R-502

Add M to the end of the description for Manual Stem

SEE PAGES 159-165 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID AND DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES.
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PCN*
Standard Mounting
Valve
Stud
009689
009690
009692
009693
009694

------

Manual
Stem

Description

------

200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB

GS-1925
GS-1926
GS-1928
GS-1929
GS-1930

3
4
5
5
6

T
T
T
T
T

Connection Size

3
3
4
5
5

3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
5/8 ODF

R-12

R-134a

5.3 (18.8)

6.4 (22.7)

8.2 (29)

7.8 (27.6)

5.4 (19.1)

5.3 (18.8)

6.4 (22.7)

7.7 (27.3)

10.0 (35.4)

9.5 (33.6)

6.5 (23.0)

6.5 (23.0)

3.0 (10.6)
3.6 (12.7)

R-22

3.6 (12.7)
4.3 (15.2)

R-407C

4.8 (17)
5.6 (19.8)

R-404A/R-507 R-502

4.5 (16)
5.3 (18.8)

3.2 (11.3)
3.7 (13.1)

3.1 (11)
3.6 (12.7)

* Product Code Number

SOLENOID VALVES

200RB2-6 DIMENSIONAL DATA

Valve
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB

(1.75)
(1.06)
(3.50)

(.63)

MOUNTING STUD
7/16 - 14

Port Size

4P2
4P3
4S3
4S4
4F3
5P3
5S4
5S5
5F4
5F5
6P3
6S4
6S5
6F4
6F5

Conn. Size & Style

1/4 NPTF
3/8 NPTF
3/8 ODF x 1/2 ODM
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM
3/8 SAE (male flare)
3/8 NPTF
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM
5/8 ODF
1/2 SAE (male flare)
5/8 SAE (male flare)
3/8 NPTF
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM
5/8 ODF
1/2 SAE (male flare)
5/8 SAE (male flare)

1/2 (.50)
9/16 (.56)

9/16 (.56)
9/16 (.56)

9/16 (.56)
9/16 (.56)

2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-15/16 (2.94)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
3-5/16 (3.31)
3-9/16 (3.56)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
3-5/16 (3.31)
3-9/16 (3.56)

1/4

5/16

3/8

200RB WITH EXTENDED ENDS

(1.75)

Valve

(1.03)
(3.50)

(.59)

(.375)
(2.45)
(4.63)

200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB
200RB

2T2
2T3
3T2
3T3
3T4
4T4
4T5
5T3
5T4
5T5
6T3
6T4
6T5

Port Size
1/8
3/16

1/4
5/16

3/8

Conn. Size & Style

1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF

3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
2-1/2 (2.50)
3-1/4 (3.25)
2-5/16 (2.51)
2-1/2 (2.50)
3-1/4 (3.25)
2-5/16 (2.51)
2-1/2 (2.50)
3-1/4 (3.25)

4-5/8
4-5/8
4-5/8
4-5/8
4-5/8

(4.63)
(4.63)
(4.63)
(4.63)
(4.63)
5
6-1/2 (6.50)
4-5/8 (4.63)
5
6-1/2 (6.50)
4-5/8 (4.63)
5
6-1/2 (6.50)

1/4 (.25)
5/16 (31)
1/4 (.25)
5/16 (.31)
3/8 (.38)
3/8 (.38)
1/2 (.50)
5/16 (.31)
3/8 (.38)
1/2 (.50)
5/16 (.31)
3/8 (.38)
1/2 (.50)

200RB7, 9 and 12 DIMENSIONAL DATA


DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

Valve
200RB7S5
200RB7T5
200RB7T7
200RB9T5
200RB9T6
200RB9T7
200RB9T9
200RB12T7
200RB12T9
200RB12T11

B
C

132

Port Size
7/16

9/16

3/4

Conn.

Size & Style


5/8 ODF x 7/8 ODM
5/8 ODF x 5/8 ODF
7/8 ODF x 7/8 ODF
5/8 ODF x 5/8 ODF
3/4 ODF x 3/4 ODF
7/8 ODF x 7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF x 1 1/8 ODF
7/8 ODF x 7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF x 1 1/8 ODF
1 3/8 ODF x 1 3/8 ODF

200RB BI-FLOW CONVERSION

A
3

6.881

3.69

0.53

6.88
7.38
7/13
8.5
7.5
8.5
11.06

4.05

0.68

Standard 200RB uni-directional valves can be converted to Bi-Flow operation by replacing


the internal parts with the components in kit KS30293. Unlike the standard valve which
permits flow in one direction only when energized, the Bi-Flow version allows the valve to
flow in either direction, depending on differential pressures, when energized. If the valve
is not energized when flowing in the reverse direction, valve flutter will occur. Also, with
the valve de-energized, a higher downstream pressure than upstream (back-flow) will force
the valve open. NOTE: A 200RB7, 200RB9 and 200RB12 cannot be converted
to a Bi-Flow valve.

ALCO CONTROLS

SOLENOID VALVES

200RB EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS KIT DATA

K indicates part is supplied in valve repair kit KS30115.


Gasket Kit KG10025 (contains 12 pieces).
Bi-Flo Conversion Kit KS30293.
Manual stem kit KS30117 (not available for 200RB2, 200RB3).
COIL ASSEMBLY
For voltages and frequencies available
see the tables on pages 173-175.

200RB VALVE KITS


VA LV E

200RB2
200RB3
200RB4
200RB5
200RB6
200RB7
200RB9
200RB12

COMPLETE KIT
KS30115
KS30115
KS30115
KS30115
KS30115
KS30354
KS30362
KS30365

PCN*

049194
049194
049194
049194
049194
064263
064825
064826

MANUAL OPENING KIT


N/A
N/A
KS30117
KS30117
KS30117
KS30361
KS30364
KS30364

PCN*

N/A
N/A
053959
053959
053959
064831
064832
064832

BI-FLOW KIT
KS30293
KS30293
KS30293
KS30293
KS30293
N/A
N/A
N/A

PCN*

056431
056431
056431
056431
056431
N/A
N/A
N/A

GASKET KIT
KG10025
KG10025
KG10025
KG10025
KG10025
KG00002
KG00003
KG00004

PCN*

049190
049190
049190
049190
049190
064262
064830
064833

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

ALCO CONTROLS

133

240RA SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

2-way, normally closed diaphragm valves


Ideal for liquid, suction and hot gas service
Solenoid actuated shut-off valve

FEATURES

One coil fits all valve sizes


Can be brazed into the line without disassembly
Reinforced Teflon diaphragm with woven
fiberglass for superior control
Durable, stainless enclosing tube
Extended ends for easy installation (standard)
Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding
Low pressure differential required for full opening
Mounting stud models can be field converted to
manual lift stem

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see


page 173. See Nomenclature
for ordering information.

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum fluid temp:


Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
UL file number:
CSA file number:

OPTIONS

250F
500 psig
300 psig
MP604
LR44912

NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up


position is not recommended.

Connection sizes to fit your system


Manual stem or mounting bracket adapter

NOMENCLATURE

Example: 240RA 8T5M VLC


240R
Valve
Series

A
Design
Series

8
Port Size
(in 1/16")

T
Connection Type
T = copper
extended ends

5
Connection Size
(in 1/8")

M
M = manual stem
(optional)
T = mounting bracket
adapter (optional)

VLC
Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL LIQUID CAPACITY TABLE FOR 240RA VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*
Standard Mounting
Valve
Stud 1
060374
060375
060376
060377
060378
060379
060380
060381
060382
060383
060384
060385

Manual
Stem 2

040846
044860
040848
043205
044861
040850
043959
042549
044428
047761
047747
054297

* Product Code Number

040845
045753
040847
043204
045752
040849
045549
042548
044788
046636
046637
046638

Description
240RA 8 T 5
240RA 8 T 7
240RA 9 T 5
240RA 9 T 7
240RA 9 T 9
240RA 12 T 7
240RA 12 T 9
240RA 16 T 9
240RA 16 T 11
240RA 20 T 11
240RA 20 T 13
240RA 20 T 17

Connection Size
5/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
5/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
1 3/8 ODF
1 3/58 ODF
1 5/8 ODF
2 1/8 ODF

Add T to the end of description for Mounting Stud

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

10.0 (35.4)

12.1 (42.8)

15.6 (55.2)

14.8 (52.4)

10.3 (36.5)

10.1 (35.0)

14.9 (52.7)

18.0 (63.7)

23.3 (82.5)

22.1 (78.2)

15.3 (54.2)

15.1 (53.5)

19.6 (69.4)

23.6 (83.5)

30.5 (108)

29.0 (103)

21.0 (71.1)

19.8 (70.1)

22.5 (79.7)

27.1 (96)

34.9 (124)

33.2 (118)

23.0 (81.4)

22.7 (80.4)

37.3 (132)

45.0 (159)

58.0 (205)

55.2 (195)

38.3 (136)

37.7 (133)

58.8 (208)

70.9 (251)

95.4 (338)

90.8 (321)

65.7 (230)

62.0 (219)

Add M to the end of the description for Manual Stem

Standard Product Offering

SEE PAGES 159-165 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID AND DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES.

134

R-404A/R-507 R-502

ALCO CONTROLS

VA L V E

PORT
SIZE

240RA8T5-T

(1.75)

240RA8T5-M
240RA8T7-T

1/2
(.50)

240RA8T7-M
240RA9T5-T
240RA9T5-M
240RA9T7-T
240RA9T7-M

9/16
(.56)

240RA9T9-T

240RA12T7-T

240RA12T9-T

(.52)

240RA16T9-M
240RA16T11-T

240RA20T13-M

7/8ODF
(.88)

1-3/8ODF
(1.38)
1-3/8ODF
(1.38)
1-1/4
(1.25)

240RA20T17-T

1-5/8ODF
(1.63)
2-1/8ODF
(2.13)

240RA20T17-M

(.81)

5-5/64(5.61)

1
(1.00)

240RA20T11-M
240RA20T13-T

5/8ODF
(.63)

1-1/8ODF
(1.13)

240RA20T11-T

(1.81)

4-51/64(4.80) 1-11/32(1.34)

1-1/8ODF
(1.13)

240RA16T11-M

(4.56)

7/8ODF
(.88)

3/4
(.75)

240RA16T9-T

4-51/64(4.80) 1-11/32(1.34)

7/8ODF
(.88)

240RA12T9-M

5/8ODF
(.63)

1-1/8ODF
(1.13)

240RA9T9-M

240RA12T7-M

CONN.
SIZE

5-39/64(5.61) 2-5/32(2.16)

5-39/64(5.61) 2-5/32(2.16)
1-1/2(1.50)

5-57/64(5.89) 2-5/16(2.31)
5-5/64(5.61)

1-1/2(1.50)

5-57/64(5.89) 2-5/16(2.31)
5-5/64(5.61)

1-1/2(1.50)

5-57/64(5.89) 2-5/16(2.31)
5-5/64(5.61)

1-1/2(1.50)

5-57/64(5.89) 2-5/16(2.31)
5-5/64(5.61)

1-1/2(1.50)

5-57/64(5.89) 2-5/16(2.31)
5-11/32(5.34) 1-21/32(1.66)
6-1/4(6.25)

2-9/16(2.56)

5-11/32(5.34) 1-21/32(1.66)
6-1/4(6.25)

2-9/16(2.56)

5-29/64(5.45) 1-5/16(131)
6-51/64(6.80) 2-21/32(2.66)
5-29/64(5.45) 1-5/16(1.31)
6-51/64(6.80) 2-21/32(2.66)
5-29/64(5.45) 1-5/16(1.31)
6-51/64(6.80) 2-21/32(2.66)

3-9/32
(3.28)

6-7/8
(6.88)

1-21/64(1.33)

27/64(.42)

1-23/64(1.33)

29/64(.45)

1/2
(.50)

3-13/32
(3.41)

7-1/8
(7.13)

1-21/64(1.33)

27/64(.42)

1-23/64(1.33)

29/64(.42)

3-13/64
(3.20)

6-7/8
(6.88)

3-21/64
(3.33)

7-1/8
(7.13)

4-1/64
(4.02)

8-1/2
(8.50)

3-33/64
(3.52)

7-1/2
(7.50)

4-1/64
(4.02)

8-1/2
(8.50)

4-1/4
4.25

9-1/16
9.06

5-1/4
(5.25)

11-1/16
(11.06)

5-7/64
(5.11)

10-13/16
(10.81)

5-57/64
(5.89)

12-3/8
(12.38)

6-37/64
(6.58

13-3/4
(13.75)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

1-33/64(1.52)

39/64(.61)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

1-33/64(1.52)

39/64(.61)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

1-33/64(1.52)

39/64(.61)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

1-33/64(1.52)

39/64(.61)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

1-33/64(1.52)

39/64(.61)

1-3/8(1.38)

1 (1.00)

1-13/32(1.41) 1-1/32(1.03)
1-3/8(1.38)

1 (1.00)

1-13/32(1.41) 1-1/32(1.03)

3/4
(.75)

H
2-1/16
(2.06)

1/2
(.50)
3/4
(.75)

SOLENOID VALVES

240RA DIMENSIONAL DATA

29/32
(.91)
3/4
(.75)
29/32
(.91)
29/32
(.91)
31/32
(.97)

3-7/16
(3.44)

31/32
(.97)
1-3/32
(1.09)

4-1/16
(4.06)

1-11/32
(1.34)

(1.63)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

240RA
EXPLODED VIEW
&
PARTS KIT DATA

M OUNTING B RACKETS

VALVE
240RA8
240RA9
240RA12
240RA16
240RA20

COMPLETE KIT
KS30321
KS30322
KS30323
KS30324
KS30325

240RA VALVE KITS

PCN
MANUAL OPENER KIT
060626
KS30066
060627
KS30067
060628
KS30067
060629
KS30068
060630
KS30098
Gasket Kit all 240RA valves is KG10028

240RA8, 9, 12: X13983-1


240RA16: X13983-3
PCN
044657
044658
044658
044491
047723

O-RING GASKET

Standard Product Offering

K indicates part is supplied in complet valve repair kit.


M indicates part is supplied in manual opener kit.
G indicates gasket is supplied in gasket kit.
Note: Spanner wrench (X11981-1 service tool)
included in complete valve kit.
COIL ASSEMBLY
For voltages and frequencies available
see the tables on pages 173-175.

ALCO CONTROLS

135

500RB SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

Pilot-operated, 2-way, normally open valves


Ideal for liquid or discharge gas refrigerant service
Solenoid actuated shut-off valve

FEATURES

One coil fits all valve sizes


Extended ends for easy installation
Can be positioned in remote locations
Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding
Low pressure differential required for full opening

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum fluid temp:


Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
UL file number:
CSA file number:

OPTIONS

Connection sizes to fit your system


Available connection types: SAE, ODF, FPT and ODF inlet
with ODM outlet
Example: 500RB 4T3 VLC
Valve
Series

Design
Series

Port Size
(in 1/16")

250F
500 psig
300 psig
MP604
LR44912

NOTE: This valve requires a DM or ASC2 style coil assembly.


NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up
position is not recommended.

NOMENCLATURE
500R

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see


page 173. See Nomenclature
for ordering information.

Connection Type
F = SAE
T = ODF (Extended Copper Fittings)
P = FPT
S = ODF inlet/ODM outlet

VLC

Connection Size
(in 1/8")

Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for DM or ASC2 series coil.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL LIQUID CAPACITY TABLE FOR 500RB VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*

063274
063276
063278
063280
063282
063284
063286
063288
063290
063292
063294
063296
063298
063300
063302
063304
063306
063308
063310
063312
063314
063316
063318
063320
063322
063323
063325
063327
063329
063331
063333
063335
063337
063339
063341
064038
064064
064065

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
500RB 2 F 2
500RB 2 F 3
500RB 2 T 2
500RB 2 T 3
500RB 3 F 2
500RB 3 F 3
500RB 3 F 4
500RB 3 T 2
500RB 3 T 3
500RB 3 T 4
500RB 4 F 3
500RB 4 P 2
500RB 4 P 3
500RB 4 S 3
500RB 4 S 4
500RB 4 T 2
500RB 4 T 3
500RB 4 T 4
500RB 4 T 5
500RB 5 F 4
500RB 5 F 5
500RB 5 P 3
500RB 5 S 4
500RB 5 S 5
500RB 5 T 3
500RB 5 T 4
500RB 5 T 5
500RB 6 F 4
500RB 6 F 5
500RB 6 P 3
500RB 6 S 4
500RB 6 S 5
500RB 6 T 3
500RB 6 T 4
500RB 6 T 5
500RB 7 S 5
500RB 7 T 4
500RB 7 T 5

* Product Code Number

CONNECTION SIZE

3/8
1/2

1/2

1/2

5/8

1/4 SAE
3/8 SAE
1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/4 SAE
3/8 SAE
1/2 SAE
1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
3/8 SAE
1/4 NPTF
3/8 NPTF
ODF x 1/2 ODM
ODF x 5/8 ODM
1/4 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
1/2 SAE
5/8 SAE
3/8 NPTF
ODF x 5/8 ODM
5/8 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
1/2 SAE
5/8 SAE
3/8 NPTF
ODF x 5/8 ODM
5/8 ODF
3/8 ODF
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
ODF x 7/8 ODM
1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

2.0 (7.1)

2.4 (8.5)

3.1 (11)

2.9 (10.3)

2.1 (7.4)

2.0 (7.1)

3.0 (10.6)

3.6 (12.7)

4.8 (17)

4.5 (16)

3.2 (11.3)

3.1 (11.0)

3.6 (12.7)

4.3 (15.2)

5.6 (19.8)

5.3 (18.8)

5.3 (18.8)

6.4 (22.7)

8.2 (29.0)

7.8 (27.6)

5.4 (19.1)

5.3 (18.8)

6.4 (22.7)

7.7 (27.3)

10.0 (35.4)

9.5 (33.6)

6.5 (23.0)

6.5 (23.0)

10.0 (35.4)

12.1 (42.8)

15.6 (55.2)

14.8 (52.4)

Standard Product Offering

SEE PAGES 159-165 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID AND DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES.
136

ALCO CONTROLS

R-404A/R-507

3.7 (13.1)

10.3 (36.5)

R-502

3.6 (12.7)

10.1 (35.8)

500RB DIMENSIONAL DATA


3 15/32
(3.47)

500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB

11/16
(.68)

1 13/16 (1.81)

1 49/64
(1.77)

55/64 (.85)

1A*

Port Size

4P2
4P3
4S3
4S4
4F3
5P3
5S4
5S5
5F4
5F5
6P3
6S4
6S5
6F4
6F5
7S5

1/4 (.25)

5/16 (.31)

3/8 (.38)

7/16 (.44)

Conn. Size & Style

1/4 NPTF (.25)


3/8 NPTF (.38)
3/8 ODF x 1/2 ODM (.38 x .50)
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM (.50 x .63)
3/8 SAE (male flare) (.38)
3/8 NPTF (.38)
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM (.50 x .63)
5/8 ODF (.63)
1/2 SAE (male flare) (.50)
5/8 SAE (male flare) (.63)
3/8 NPTF (.38)
1/2 ODF x 5/8 ODM (.50 x .63)
5/8 ODF (.63)
1/2 SAE (male flare) (.50)
5/8 SAE (male flare) (.63)
5/8 ODF x 7/8 ODM (.63 x .88)

1/2 (.50)
9/16 (.56)

9/16 (.56)
9/16 (.56)

9/16 (.56)
9/16 (.56)

5/8 (.63)

2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-15/16 (2.94)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
3-5/16 (3.31)
3-9/16 (3.56)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-3/8 (2.38)
3-5/16 (3.31)
3-9/16 (3.56)
3 (3.00)

500RB WITH EXTENDED ENDS


Valve

3 13/32 (3.41)

19/32
(.59)

*NOTE: 1A dimension on drawing indicates extended


copper tube version.
DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB
500RB

Port Size

2T2
2T3
3T2
3T3
3T4
4T4
4T5
5T3
5T4
5T5
6T3
6T4
6T5
7T5

1/8 (.13)
3/16 (.19)

1/4 (.25)
5/16 (.31)

3/8 (.38)
7/16 (.44)

Conn. Size & Style

1/4 ODF (.25)


3/8 ODF (.38)
1/4 ODF (.25)
3/8 ODF (.38)
1/2 ODF (.50)
1/2 ODF (.50)
5/8 ODF (.63)
3/8 ODF (.38)
1/2 ODF (.50)
5/8 ODF (.63)
3/8 ODF (.38)
1/2 ODF (.50)
5/8 ODF (.63)
5/8 ODF x 5/8 ODF (.63 x .63)

3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
3-1/2 (3.50)
2-1/2 (2.50)
3-1/4 (3.25)
2-5/16 (2.31)
2-1/2 (2.50)
3-1/4 (3.25)
2-5/16 (2.31)
2-1/2 (2.50)
3-1/4 (3.25)
--

4-5/8 (4.63)
4-5/8 (4.63)
4-5/8 (4.63)
4-5/8 (4.63)
4-5/8 (4.63)
5 (5.00)
6-1/2 (6.50)
4-5/8 (4.63)
5 (5.00)
6-1/2 (6.50)
4-5/8 (4.63)
5 (5.00)
6-1/2 (6.50)
6-7/8 (6.88)

1/4 (.25)
5/16 (.31)
1/4 (.25)
5/16 (.31)
3/8 (.38)
3/8 (.38)
1/2 (.50)
5/16 (.31)
3/8 (.38)
1/2 (.50)
5/16 (.31)
3/8 (.38)
1/2 (.50)
--

500RB EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS KIT DATA

(K)

(K )

G asket/O -R ing (K )
GASKET/O-RING

(K)

(K )

(K)

K indicates part is supplied in valve repair kit KS30353 - (PCN 064268)


Gasket Kit KG10025 - PCN 049190 (contains 12 pieces).
COIL ASSEMBLY
DM style only

Use MagMax style coil for operation on DC voltage. No other DC coil may be used.

ALCO CONTROLS

137

SOLENOID VALVES

Valve

540RA SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

2-way, normally open diaphragm valves


Ideal for liquid, suction and hot gas service
Solenoid actuated shut-off valve

FEATURES

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see


page 173. See Nomenclature
for ordering information.

One coil fits all valve sizes


Can be brazed into the line without disassembly
Reinforced Teflon diaphragm with woven
fiberglass for superior control
Durable, stainless enclosing tube
Extended ends for easy installation
Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding
Low pressure differential required for full opening

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum fluid temp:


Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
UL file number:
CSA file number:

OPTIONS

250F
500 psig
250 psig
MP604
LR44912

NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up


position is not recommended.

Connection sizes to fit your system

NOMENCLATURE

example: 540RA 8T5 VLC


540R
Valve
Series

A
Design
Series

8
Port Size
(in 1/16")

T
5
VLC
Connection Type
Connection Size
Coil*
T = copper
(in 1/8")
extended ends
*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL LIQUID CAPACITY TABLE FOR 540RA VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*
Standard Mounting
Valve
Stud 1
060391
060392
060393
060394
060395
060396
060397
060398
060399
060400
060401
060402
060403

058573
046265
046989
046266
046268
047497
046269
047498
046270
047214
047953
047954
047955

Description

Connection Size

540RA 8 T 4
540RA 8 T 5
540RA 8 T 7
540RA 9 T 5
540RA 9 T 7
540RA 9 T 9
540RA 12 T 7
540RA 12 T 9
540RA 16 T 9
540RA 16 T 11
540RA 20 T 11
540RA 20 T 13
540RA 20 T 17

* Product Code Number


Standard Product Offering

1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
5/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
7/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
1 3/8 ODF
1 3/8 ODF
1 5/8 ODF
2 1/8 ODF

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

10.0 (35.4)

12.1 (42.8)

15.6 (55.2)

14.8 (52.4)

10.3 (36.5)

10.1 (35.6)

14.9 (52.8)

18.0 (63.7)

23.3 (82.5)

22.1 (78.2)

15.3 (54.2)

15.1 (53.4)

19. 6 (69.4)

23.6 (83.5)

30.5 (108)

29.0 (103)

20.1 (71.1)

19.8 (70.1)

22.5 (79.7)

27.1 (96)

34.9 (123)

33.2 (118)

23.0 (81)

22.7 (80)

37.3 (132)

45.0 (159)

58.0 (205)

55.2 (195)

38.3 (136)

37.7 (133)

58.8 (208)

70.9 (251)

95.4 (338)

90.8 (321)

65.7 (233)

62.0 (219)

Add T to the end of description for Mounting Stud

SEE PAGES 159-165 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID AND DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES.

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R-404A/R-507 R-502

540RA DIMENSIONAL DATA

SOLENOID VALVES

(1.75)

(.81)

(.88)

(1.63)

PORT
SIZE

VA L V E
540RA8T5-T

1/2 (.50)

540RA8T7-T

(.52)

540RA9T5-T
540RA9T7-T

9/16 (.56)

540RA9T9-T
540RA12T7-T

3/4 (.75)

540RA12T9-T

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

540RA16T9-T

1 (1.00)

540RA16T11-T
540RA20T11-T
540RA20T13-T

1-1/4(1.25)

540RA20T17-T

CONN.
SIZE

5/8 ODF (.63)

4-51/64(4.80)

1-11/32(1.34)

3-9/32(3.28)

6-7/8(6.88)

1-21/64(1.33)

27/64(.42)

1/2 (.50)
3/4 (.75)

7/8ODF

4-51/64(4.80)

1-11/32(1.34)

3-13/32(3.41)

7-1/8(7.13)

1-21/64(1.33)

27/64(.42)

5/8 ODF (.63)

5-5/64(5.08)

1-1/2(1.50)

3-13/64(3.20)

6-7/8(6.88)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

1/2 (.50)

7/8 ODF (.88)

5-5/64(5.08)

1-1/2(1.50)

3-21/64(3.33)

7-1/8(7.13)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

3/4 (.75)

1-1/8(1.13)

5-5/64(5.08)

1-1/2(1.50)

4-1/64(4.02)

8-1/2(8.50)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

29/32(.91)

H
2-1/16(2.06)

2-9/16(2.56)

7/8 ODF (.88)

5-5/64(5.08)

1-1/2(1.50)

3-33/64(3.52)

7-1/2(7.50)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

3/4 (.75)

1-1/8 ODF (1.13)

5-5/64(5.08)

1-1/2(1.50)

4-1/64(4.02)

8-1/2(8.50)

1-31/64(1.48)

37/64(.58)

29/32(.91)

1-1/8 ODF (1.13)

5-11/32(5.34)

1-21/32(1.66)

4-1/4(4.25)

9-1/16(9.06)

1-3/8(1.38)

1 (1.00)

29/32(.91)

1-3/8 ODF (1.38)

5-11/32(5.34)

1-21/32(1.66)

5-1/4(5.25)

11-1/16(11.06)

1-3/8(1.38)

1 (1.00)

31/32(.97)

1-3/8 ODF (1.38)

5-29/64(5.45)

1-5/16(1.31)

5-7/64(5.11) 10-13/16(10.81)

31/32(.97)

1-5/8 ODF (1.63)

5-29/64(5.45)

1-5/16(1.31)

5-57/64(5.89)

12-3/8(12.38)

1-3/32(1.09) 4-1/16(4.06)

2-1/8 ODF (2.13)

5-29/64(5.45)

1-5/16(1.31)

6-37/64(6.58)

13-3/4(13.75)

1-11/32(1.34)

2-1/16(2.06)

540RA VALVE KITS


VALVE
KIT #
540RA8
KS30328
540RA9
KS30329
540RA12
KS30330
540RA16
KS30331
540RA20
KS30332
Gasket Kit for all 540RA valves is KG10028

PCN
060633
060634
060635
060636
054357
054356

540RA
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS
KIT DATA

Standard Product Offering

M OUNTING B RACKETS
R40RA8, 9, 12: X13983-1
540RA16: X13983-3

K indicates part is supplied in complet valve repair kit.


G indicates gasket is supplied in gasket kit.
Note: Spanner wrench (X11981-1 service tool) used to
remove and replace enclosing tube collar,
is included in complete valve kit.
COIL ASSEMBLY
For voltages and frequencies available
see the tables on pages 173-175.

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710/713RA SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

Liquid pressure differential control for gas defrost


2-way, diaphragm valves
710RA series are normally closed valves
713RA series are normally open valves
When the solenoid coil is de-energized (710RA)/
energized (713RA), both series function as adjustable
pressure regulating devices which modulate to maintain
a predetermined pressure drop across the valve
When energized (710RA)/de-energized (713RA), the
main valve port opens for full flow

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see


page 173. See Nomenclature
for ordering information.

FEATURES

Differential adjustable from 8-40 psi


Angle style construction eliminates the need
for an elbow fitting at the liquid header
Extended ends for easy installation (standard)
Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding
These valves eliminate the need for an external check
valve and the associated piping needed on supermarket
racks with gas defrost

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum fluid temp:


Maximum working pressure:
UL file number:
CSA file number:

250F
500 psig
MP604
LR3204

NOTE: Mounting enclosing tube more than 90o off vertical up


position is not recommended.

NOMENCLATURE

Example: 710RA 16T11 VLC


710R
Valve
Series

A
Design
Series

16
Port Size
(in 1/16")

T
11
Connection Type
Connection Size
T = copper
(in 1/8")
extended ends
*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for AM or DM series coil.

VLC
Coil*

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL LIQUID CAPACITY TABLE FOR 710/713RA VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*

053215
052825
052915
048411
052826
049901
054153
053216
053099

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
710RA 12 T 9 VLC
710RA 16 T 9 VLC
710RA 16 T 11 VLC
710RA 16 T 13 VLC
710RA 20 T 11 VLC
710RA 20 T 13 VLC
710RA 24 T 17 VLC
713RA 12 T 9 VLC
713RA 16 T 11 VLC

* Product Code Number

CONNECTION SIZE
1 1/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
1 3/8 ODF
1 5/8 ODF
1 3/8 ODF
1 5/8 ODF
2 1/8 ODF
1 1/8 ODF
1 3/8 ODF

18.6 (65.8)

R-12

23.8 (84.2)

R-134a

32.9 (116)

R-22

31.3 (111)

R-407C

R-404A/R-507
21.9 (77.5)

21.4 (75.8)

24.9 (88.1)

30.0 (106)

45.4 (161)

43.2 (153)

30.3 (107)

29.5 (104)

43.2 (153)

52.0 (184)

69.6 (246)

66.3 (235)

62.3 (220)
18.6 (65.8)
24.9 (88.1)

74.0 (266)
23.8 (84.2)
30.0 (106)

100.0 (354)
32.9 (116)
45.4 (161)

65.0 (230)
31.3 (111)
43.2 (153)

Standard Product Offering

All capacities shown are at 40F Evaporator Temperature. For other temperatures, refer to
correction factor table on page 166.

SEE PAGE 163 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID CAPACITIES.

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46.5 (165)
66.7 (236)
21.9 (77.5)
30.3 (107)

R-502

45.2 (160)
65.0 (230)
21.4 (75.8)
29.5 (104)

710/713RA DIMENSIONAL DATA

Pilot valve for


710RA24 is 702RA
(see page 142)

To Suction

710RA24

SOLENOID VALVES

(not available in 713RA)

T HE 710RA24 REQUIRES EITHER AN AMCN/AMGN* OR ASC2 C OIL .


*AMCN/AMGN HAS NO CLIP , RIVET O R P RODUCT LABEL .
Valve

T HE 710/713

REQUIRES EITHER AN

AM C OIL .

Connection Size

710/713RA12T9

1-1/8 ODF (1.13)

4-1/8 (4.13)

4-1/64 (4.02)

710/713RA12T11

1-3/8 ODF (1.38)

4-1/8 (4.13)

5-19/64 (5.30) 4-27/32 (4.84) 3-37/64 (3.58) 2-9/32 (2.28)

710/713RA16T9

1-1/8 ODF (1.13)

4-49/64 (4.77)

4-1/4 (4.25)

3-57/64 (3.89) 3-11/16 (3.69) 3-7/16 (3.44)

710/713RA16T11

1-3/8 ODF (1.38)

4-49/64 (4.77)

5-1/4 (5.25)

4-57/64 (4.89) 3-11/16 (3.69) 3-7/16 (3.44)

1-3/8 x 1-5/8 ODF (1.38 X 1.63) 4-49/64 (4.77)

5-1/4 (5.25)

4-7/8 (4.88)

710/713RA16T

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

3-9/16 (3.56) 3-37/64 (3.58) 2-9/32 (2.28)

3-11/16 (3.69) 3-7/16 (3.44)

710/713RA20T11

1-3/8 (1.38)

4-13/16 (4.81) 5-7/64 (5.27)

4-7/32 (4.22)

4-9/64 (4.14)

4-1/16 (4.06)

710/713RA20T13

1-5/8 (1.63)

4-13/16 (4.81) 5-57/64 (5.89)

5 (5.00)

4-9/64 (4.14)

4-1/16 (4.06)

710RA24T17

2-1/8 (2.13)

4-53/64 (4.83) 6-9/16 (6.56) 5-47/64 (5.73) 6-7/32 (5.73)

4-1/16 (4.06)

710RA VALVE KITS


VALVE
710RA12
710RA16
710RA20
713RA12
713RA16
713RA20
710RA24
Gasket Kit for all 710RA valves is

KIT #
KS30154
KS30155
KS30156
KS30330
KS30331
KS30332
KS30279
KG10028

PCN
053564
053565
053566
060635
060636
060637
054994
054356

710RA EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS KIT DATA

Standard Product Offering

NOTE: The 710RA and


the 713RA valves can
not be used as pumpdown solenoid valves.
NOTE: The 710RA24
requires a pilot
connection between
the valve and suction
line.
K indicates part is supplied in valve repair kit.
G indicates part is supplied in gasket kit
KG10028 [PCN-054356].
Note: Spanner wrench (X11981-1 [PCN-027451]
service tool)
included in complete valve kit.
COIL ASSEMBLY
For voltages and frequencies available
see the tables on pages 173-175.

TYPICAL APPLICATION
LIQUID PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL CONTROL
FOR HOT GAS DEFROST
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702RA SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION

SPECIFICATIONS

SOLENOID VALVES

Direct-acting, 3-way, normally open valves


Compatible with all CFC, HCFC and HFC refrigerants
Used in conjunction with externally equalized Expansion
Valve to provide positive shut-off

Maximum fluid temp:


250 F
Maximum working pressure: 500 psig
MOPD:
300 psi

FEATURES

3-way pilot
High capacity, less pressure drop, higher
system efficiency
Rugged internal construction with bar stock
brass body
Long-life molded coils provide water, shock,
and vibration protection in coil winding
Tight-seating Rulon seat disc
Space-saving coil design
Provides quick, positive shifting and operates in any position

NOMENCLATURE
702R
Valve
Series

A
Design
Series

01
Port Size
(in 1/16")

Above example: 702RA 01 VLC

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils


(VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for AMGN or ASC2
series coil.

702RA DIMENSIONAL DATA

702RA FLOW DIRECTION DIAGRAMS

(.94)

(1.50)
(3.88)
(2.19)

(.94)

COIL DE-ENERGIZED

(1.06)

*NOTE: 702RA valves require coil type AMGN or ASC2.

PCN*
029781

Valve

702RA01

702RA SERIES SELECTION TABLE

Connection Size Port Size


1/4 SAE MALE FLARE

1/16

Service

Common Refrigerants

Coil Type

AMGN or ASC2

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

COIL ENERGIZED
142

VLC
Coil*

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APPLICATION

Designed to meet the rugged requirements of ice


machine applications
Utilizes the static pressure of water to periodically
drain the ice makers sump (water dump valve)

NOTE: The 207 Valve


is designed for use
with EBS Coil Only.

FEATURES

Totally serviceable
Mounting bracket standard
Direct acting

OPTIONS

Three coil orientations (135o, 180o, 225o) 180o is standard


Four mounting bracket configurations (0o, 90o, 180o and
270o) 0o is standard

NOMENCLATURE
Example: 207CB
2
07
Two-Way
Product
Valve
Group

C
Normally
Closed

B
Design
Series

207CB DIMENSIONAL DATA

SPECIFICATIONS
MWP:
5 psig
MOPD:
3 psid
Flow Rating:
5.3 GPM @ 3 psid
Operating Water:
Medium
Maximum fluid temp:
90F
Outlet (self-retaining
for plastic tubing):
11/16 x 5/8
Bracket Rotation Angle
Adjustable:
In 90 increments
NSF Approved (National
Sanitation Foundation):
Meets standard 51
Body:
G.E. Noryl
Seat Material (diaphragm): CFlex
Weight:
1/4 lb
Rated for 50% duty at 8 minute cycles

207CB DIAGRAM

C OIL C ONFIGURATION

The coil to yoke orientation is available in 3 configurations


(135, 180 and 225). The standard configuration is 180
(shown here).

M OUNTING B RACKET

The 207CBs mounting bracket is available in 4 configurations (0, 90,


180 and 270). The standard configuration is 0 (shown here).
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SOLENOID VALVES

207CB SOLENOID VALVES

207CB EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS KIT DATA

SOLENOID VALVES

ORDERING INFORMATION FOR 207CB VALVES


PCN*

062403
062404

DESCRIPTION

207CB EBS 120/50-60


207CB EBS 208-240/50-60
Standard Product Offering
* Product Code Number

R EPAIR P ARTS K IT
K-1292 (PCN-056617) includes:
same as K-1289 less the coil retainer and
enclosing tube assembly.

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905 SOLENOID VALVES


APPLICATION

SOLENOID VALVES

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see


page 173. See Nomenclature
for ordering information.

Suitable for ammonia systems


Compatible with R134a, R22, R404A, R507, R717, CFC
HCFC and HFC refrigerants
Suitable for liquid, suction or discharge applications

FEATURES

Take-A-Part Construction for ease in


maintenance
Rust-resistant body
Quiet operation
Can be installed in vertical or horizontal lines
Low pressure differential requied for full opening

OPTIONS

Connections: FPT and ODF flanges available

SPECIFICATIONS

Temperature Range:
40 to +200F
Maximum Working Pressure (MWP):
400 psig
Maximum Operating Pressure Differential (MOPD): 200 psid
Minimum 2 psi pressure drop across the valve
for rated capacity
UL file #SA5312 CSA file #LR44005

NOMENCLATURE
Example: 905H-14 VLC

905

Valve
Series

High pressure
design for
liquid and discharge
gas applications

14

Port Size (diameter)


11 = 3/8
12 = 1/2
13 = 3/4
14 = 1
15 = 1-1/4
16 = 1-1/2
18 = 2

VLC

Coil*
VLC = Valve
Less Coil
VLF = Valve
Less Flange

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC).


See page 173 for available coils. Valves are supplied
VLF (Valve Less Flange) - see page 146 for available
flange sets.

ORDERING INFORMATION
PCN*
032312
032313
036890
032309
032295
026338
032465
032315
032316
034856
039555
032458
036763

AND

NOMINAL LIQUID CAPACITY TABLE

DESCRIPTION
905-11 VLC
905-12 VLC
905-13 VLC
905-14 VLC
905-15 VLC
905-16 VLC
905-18 VLC
905H-11 VLC
905H-12 VLC
905H-13 VLC
905H-14 VLC
905H-15 VLC
905H-16 VLC
905H-18 VLC

R-12

R-134a

--19.5 (69)
36.3 (129)
54.6 (193)
81.7 (289)
144 (510)
--------

--23 (81)
43.5 (154)
65.5 (232)
98 (347)
172 (609)
--------

R-22
---------30 (106)
56.2 (199)
84.6 (299)
127 (450)
224 (793)

FOR

R-407C
---------30 (106)
56.2 (199)
84.6 (299)
127 (450)
224 (793)

905 SERIES VALVES - TONS (KW)

R404A/R-507
---------19.7 (70)
37 (131)
55.7 (197)
83.3 (295)
148 (524)

R-502
---------19.7 (70)
37 (131)
55.7 (197)
83.3 (295)
148 (524)

R-717
-------17 (60)
40.8 (144)
109 (386)
204 (722)
308 (1090)
458 (1621)
815 (2885)

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

SEE PAGES 159-165 FOR EXTENDED LIQUID AND DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES.

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SOLENOID VALVES

PCN*
026761
026762
026766
027226
026764
027227
026741
026744
026745
026768
026771
026757
026758
026759
027230
026777
026778

F LANGE
RX170
RX171
RX175
RX172
RX173
RX174
RX136
RX139
RX140
RX179
RX182
RX165
RX166
RX167
RX187
RX190
RX191

905 SERIES FLANGES SETS

S ET & S IZE
1/2 FPT (.50)
3/4 FPT (.75)
1/2 ODF (.50)
5/8 ODF (.63)
7/8 ODF (.88)
1-1/8 ODF (1.13)
1 FPT (1.00)
1-1/8 ODF (1.13)
1-3/8 ODF (1.38)
1-1/4 FPT (1.25)
1-3/8 ODF (1.38)
1-1/2 FPT (1.50)
1-5/8 ODF (1.63)
2-1/8 ODF (2.13)
2 FPT (2.00)
2-1/8 ODF (2.13)
2-5/8 ODF (2.63)

VALVE

905-11
905-12
905-13

2 Bolt
Flange

905-14
905-15
905-16

4 Bolt
Flange

905-18

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

905 SERIES DIMENSIONAL DATA

CONN.
SIZE

VA L V E
905-13
905H-13
905-14
905H-14
905-15
905H-15
905-16
905H-16
905-18
905H-18

PORT
SIZE

3/4 FPT (.75)


7/8 ODF (.88)
3/4 (.75)
6-3/8 (6.38) 1-7/16 (1.44) 3-1/4 (3.25)
1-1/8 ODF (1.13)
1 FPT (1.00)
1-1/8 ODF (1.13)
1 (1.00)
6-19/32 (6.59) 1-15/32 (1.47)
4 (4.00)
1-3/8 ODF (1.38)
1-1/4 FPT (1.25)
1-3/8 ODF (1.38) 1-1/4 (1.25) 7-5/32 (7.16) 1-7/8 (1.88) 7-13/16 (7.81)
1-5/8 ODF (1.63)
1-1/2 FPT (1.50)
1-5/8 ODF (1.63) 1-1/2 (1.50) 7-23/32 (7.72)
2 (2.00)
8-1/4 (8.25)
2-1/8 ODF (2.13)
2 FPT (2.00
2-1/8 ODF (2.13)
2 (2.00)
8-17/32 (8.53) 2-13/32 (2.41) 9-3/4 (9.75)
2-5/8 ODF (2.63)

5-3/32 (5.09)
6-3/32 (6.09)
6-3/32 (6.09)
6-7/32 (6.22)
7-3/32 (7.22)
7-3/32 (7.22)
10-1/32 (10.03)
10-21/32 (10.66)
10-25/32 (10.78)
10-13/32 (10.41)
11-7/32 (11.22)
11-23/32 (11.72)
12-11/32 (12.34)
13-1/2 (13.50)
13-7/8 (13.88)

BODY

3-17/32 (3.53)

1-1/2 (1.50)

1-3/8 (1.38)

2-1/8 (2.13)

2-11/16 (2.69)

3-15/16 (3.94)

3-13/16 (3.81)

3-15/16 (3.94) 1-11/16 (1.69) 1-7/32 (1.22)

2-9/16 (2.56)

3-3/16 (3.19)

4-9/16 (4.56)

4-9/16 (4.56)

4-11/32 (4.34) 2-41/64 (2.64) 1-1/16 (1.06) 3-13/16 (3.81) 2-7/16 (2.44)

3-3/4 (3.75)

4-25/32 (4.78) 2-47/64 (2.73) 1-1/16 (1.06)

4 (4.00)

2-5/8 (2.63)

4 (4.00)

5-21/32 (5.66) 3-19/64 (3.30) 1-1/16 (1.06)

4-1/2 (4.50)

3-1/8 (3.13)

5-1/8 (5.13)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

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3031RB/RC HEAT RECLAIM SOLENOIDS


3-Way heat reclaim application valve
With the solenoid coil de-energized, the valve is in the
normal operating mode and the refrigerant gas is
diverted to the normal condenser
During normal operation, the piston assembly is
shifted upward, shutting the heat reclaim coil port and
opening the normal condenser port
For heat reclaim operation, the solenoid coil is energized
and discharge gas is diverted to the auxiliary condenser

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see


page 173. See Nomenclature
for ordering information.
Heat
Reclaim

Compressor
Discharge

FEATURES

OPTIONS

Superior control in diverting discharge gas to an


auxiliary condenser for heat reclaim
Extended copper ends for easy brazing and installation
High capacity, less pressure drop with higher
system efficiency
Long-life Molded Coilswater, shock and vibration
protection in coil winding
Rugged internal construction with heavy-duty forged
brass bodies
Pilot is field replaceable

Condenser

Internal reclaim bleed available


Angle style standard/straight-thru option

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum working pressure: 450 psig


MOPD:
300 psig
UL file number:
MP604
CSA file number:
LR3204

NOMENCLATURE

Example: 3031RB 20S9B S/T


3031R
Valve
Series

B
Design
Series

20
Port Size
(in 1/16")

S
Connection Type
ODF

9
Connection Size
(in 1/8")

B
Add if bleed
is required
(optional)

S/T
Straight-Thru
(optional)

VLC
Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL DISCHARGE CAPACITY TABLE FOR 3031RB/RC VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*

055939
055945
055941
055943
055940
055942
055944
055946
044343
049008
044830
049010
044344
049011
044831
049009

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
3031RC 12 S 7 VLC
3031RC 12 S 7 B ST VLC
3031RC 12 S 7 B VLC
3031RC 12 S 7 ST VLC
3031RC 12 S 9 VLC
3031RC 12 S 9 B VLC
3031RC 12 S 9 ST VLC
3031RC 12 S 9 B ST VLC
3031RB 20 S 9 VLC
3031RB 20 S 9 B ST VLC
3031RB 20 S 9 B VLC
3031RB 20 S 9 ST VLC
3031RB 20 S 11 VLC
3031RB 20 S 11 B ST VLC
3031RB 20 S 11 B VLC
3031RB 20 S 11 ST VLC

* Product Code Number

CONNECTION SIZE

R-12

R-134a

R-22

R-407C

R-404A/R-507

R-502

6.9 (24.4)

8.3 (29.4)

12.2 (43.2)

12.2 (43.2)

10.6 (37.5)

8.3 (29.4)

17.9 (63.4)

21.6 (76.5)

31.8 (113)

31.8 (113)

27.5 (97.4)

21.6 (76.5)

7/8 ODF

1 1/8 ODF

1 3/8 ODF

Standard Product Offering

ALCO CONTROLS

147

SOLENOID VALVES

APPLICATION

3031RB/RC DIMENSIONAL DATA

SOLENOID VALVES

3031RC

3031RB
VALVE

3031RB20S9
3031RB20S11
3031RC12S7
3031RC12S9

9-7/8 (9.88)
9-7/8 (9.88)
9-1/4 (9.25)
9-1/4 (9.25)

5-9/32 (5.28) 3-31/32 (3.97) 4-9/16 (4.56) 4-11/32 (4.34)


5-9/32 (5.28) 3-31/32 (3.97) 4-9/16 (4.56) 4-11/32 (4.34)
5 (5.00)
4 (4.00)
4-1/4 (4.25)
3-5/8 (3.63)
5 (5.00)
4 (4.00)
4-1/4 (4.25)
3-5/8 (3.63)

1 1/8 (1.13)
1 3/8 (1.37)
7/8 (.88)
1 1/8 (1.13)

29/32 (.91)
31/32(.97)
7/8 (.88)
29/32 (.91)

7-19/32 (7.59)
7-19/32 (7.59)
7 (7.00)
7 (7.00)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

CONSULT THE FACTORY FOR STRAIGHT-THRU CONFIGURATION DIMENSIONS.

3031 VALVE REPAIR KITS


VA LV E
3031RB20
3031RC12
3031RB12
Gasket Kit for all 3031 Valves

KIT #
KS30086
KS30291
KS30085
is KG10029

* Product Code Number

3031RB12 replaced by 3031RC12

CONDENSERS

IN

CONDENSERS

PCN*
045966
055999
045967
054407
Standard Product Offering

3031RB/RC EXPLODED VIEW


& PARTS KIT DATA

PARALLEL

IN

SERIES

(k)

(k)
(k)

(Straight-thru shown/Angle available)

ALCO Heat Reclaim Valves provide superior control whether


your condensers are parallel or in series.
Flow thru auxiliary condenser is accomplished when the
3031RB/RC is energized.
148

ALCO CONTROLS

K indicates part is supplied in valve repair kit.


COIL ASSEMBLY
For voltages and frequencies available
see the tables on pages 173-175.

4031RV HEAT RECLAIM SOLENOIDS


APPLICATION

SOLENOID VALVES

3-Way Solenoid Valves for heat reclaim applications


Designed specifically to divert discharge gas to an
auxiliary condenser for heat reclaim applications

FEATURES

Superior control in diverting discharge gas to an


auxiliary condenser for heat reclaim
All copper fittings for easy brazing
High capacity, less pressure drop with higher
system efficiency
Operates in any position
Rugged internal construction
Long-life Molded Coilswater, shock and vibration
protection in coil winding

NOTE: Coil sold separately - see


page 173. See Nomenclature
for ordering information.

SPECIFICATIONS

UL file number:
CSA file number:

NOMENCLATURE

MP604
LR3204

Example: 4031RV BF 5 5
4031RV
Valve
Series

B
Valve
Size

F
ODF

5
Inlet Connection
(in 1/8)

5
Outlet Connections
(in 1/8)

VLC
Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION AND NOMINAL DISCHARGE CAPACITY TABLE FOR 4031RV VALVES - TONS (KW)
PCN*

062800
062292

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

CONNECTION SIZE

4031 RVA F 4 4 VLC


4031 RVB F 5 5 VLC

* Product Code Number

R-12

1/2 ODF
5/8 ODF

R-134a

2.5 (8.8)
4.0 (14.2)

3.0 (10.6)
4.8 (17)

R-22

4.4 (15.6)
7.0 (24.8)

R-407C

4.4 (15.6)
7.0 (24.8)

R-404A/R-507
3.7 (13.1)
5.8 (20.5)

R-502

3.5 (12.4)
5.6 (19.8)

Standard Product Offering

4031RV DIMENSIONAL DATA

4031RVA

4031RVB
DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

VALVE

INLET D

OUTLETS C1, C2

4031RVAF 4 4
4031RVBF 5 5
4031RVBF 7 7

1/2 ODF (.50)


5/8 ODF (.63)
7/8 ODF (.88)

1/2 ODF (.50)


5/8 ODF (.63)
7/8 ODF (.88)

5/8 (.63)
7/8 (.88)
7/8 (.88)

5/8 (.63)
7/8 (.88)
7/8 (.88)

5/8 (.63)
7/8 (.88)
15/16 (.94)

ALCO CONTROLS

5/8 (.63) 2 25/64 (2.39) 1 24/25 (1.94)


7/8 (.88)
3 1/4 (3.25) 3 3/4 (3.75)
13/16 (.81) 3 3/8 (3.38)
4(4.00)

J
4 3/4 (4.75)
7 63/64
7 3/8 (7.38)

149

CONDENSERS

IN

CONDENSERS

PARALLEL

IN

SERIES

SOLENOID VALVES

4031RV Solenoid

4031RV Solenoid

ALCO Heat Reclaim Valves provide superior control whether your condensers are parallel or in series.
Flow thru auxiliary condenser is accomplished when the 4031RV is energized.

Normal Operation:
When the solenoid coil is de-energized, the valve is in the
normal operating mode and the refrigerant gas is diverted
to the normal condenser. With the 3-way solenoid pilot
de-energized, the slide is positioned so as to connect ports
D1 with B, and A with S1. When the pilot is deenergized, high pressure discharge gas builds up on the
end of the main slide. The other end of the main slide is
isolated from the high pressure suction gas. The unbalance
force, due to the difference between discharge and suction
pressures acting on the full end area of the main slide holds
the slide in the position as shown in figure 1.

Heat Reclaim Operation:


When the solenoid coil is energized, the slide in the pilot
solenoid valve shifts, now connecting pilot ports D1 with
A, and B with S1. With the pilot solenoid so positioned,
the discharge pressure imposed on the other end of the
main slide, will flow thru the pilot solenoid valve to the
suction side of the system. At the right end of the main
slide, high pressure discharge gas will accumulate so as
to increase the pressure. An unbalanced force in that
direction is again due to the difference between discharge
and suction pressures acting on opposite ends of the main
slide. This un-balanced force moves the main slide to the
position as shown in figure 2 and the force unbalance
across the area of the main slide holds the slide in the new
position.

F IGURE 1

150

ALCO CONTROLS

F IGURE 2

RV BRASS REVERSING VALVES


APPLICATION
FEATURES

High strength slide carrier


Fewer parts
High capacity pilot
Greater tolerance to contaminates
Low heat transfer slide
Greater wear resistance of seals
Stainless steel pilot bracket

Coil sold separately - see


page 173.

SPECIFICATIONS

Nominal 2, 3, 4 & 6 ton sizes


Maximum working pressure:
MOPD:
Minimum operating pressure differential:
Maximum operating temperature:
External leakage:
UL file number:
CSA file number:

OPTIONS

Tube connection sizes:


Discharge
1/2 and 5/8 ODF/ODM
Suction & Coil
3/4 and 7/8 ODF

500 psig
400 psig
10 psi
250F
0.1 oz/yr
MP604
LR44912

NOMENCLATURE
Example: RV 4F46

RV

Valve
Series

Nominal Rating
(in tons)

F=ODF
connections
(omit for ODM)

Discharge
Connection
(in 1/8)

Suction
Connection
(in 1/8)

RV SUCTION GAS EXTENDED CAPACITY TABLE


ORDERING INFORMATION FOR RV SERIES VALVES
PCN*
062796
062199
061795
061790
061792
062168
062173
062162
062176
062181
062270
062190

RV
RV
RV
RV
RV
RV
RV
RV
RV
RV
RV
RV

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

DESCRIPTION
2 - F 34 VLC
2 - F 35 VLC
3 - F 35 VLC
3 - F 45 VLC
3 - F 46 VLC
4 - F 46 VLC
4 - F 47 VLC
4 - 56 VLC
4 - F 57 VLC
6 - F 46 VLC
6 - F 47 VLC
6 - F 57 VLC

IN

TONS

FOR

R22

PRESSURE DROP ACROSS VALVE PSI

EVAPORATOR
TEMP. F
+ 45F

+ 25F

+ 5F

15F

VALVE
TYPE
RV2
RV3
RV4
RV6
RV2
RV3
RV4
RV6
RV2
RV3
RV4
RV6
RV2
RV3
RV4
RV6

R22/R407C
1
1.66
2.23
3.24
4.51
1.36
2.57
2.65
3.69
1.09
1.46
2.12
2.95
0.86
1.15
1.67
2.33

2
2.35
3.15
4.58
6.38
1.92
3.63
3.75
5.21
1.54
2.07
3.00
4.18
1.21
1.63
2.37
3.29

3
2.87
3.86
5.61
7.81
2.35
4.45
4.59
6.39
1.88
2.53
3.68
5.12
1.39
1.87
2.64
3.75

4
3.32
4.46
6.48
9.02
2.71
5.13
5.30
7.37
2.06
2.78
3.93
5.57
1.56
2.06
2.91
4.17

5
3.71
4.99
7.25
10.08
3.03
5.74
5.92
8.25
2.27
3.02
4.27
6.08
1.70
2.19
3.11
4.49

1
2.14
2.88
4.19
5.83
1.75
3.42
2.35
4.76
1.41
1.89
2.75
3.82
1.11
1.49
2.16
3.01

2
3.03
4.07
5.92
8.24
2.48
4.84
3.33
6.73
1.99
2.67
3.88
5.41
1.57
2.10
3.06
4.26

AND

R410A

R410A
3
3.71
4.99
7.25
10.09
3.03
5.93
4.08
8.25
2.44
3.27
4.76
6.62
1.77
2.35
3.33
4.75

4
4.29
5.76
8.37
11.65
3.50
6.84
4.71
9.52
2.64
3.54
5.01
7.11
1.98
2.57
3.65
5.26

5
4.56
6.16
8.69
12.31
3.92
7.65
5.26
10.65
2.90
3.83
5.42
7.75
2.14
2.71
3.86
5.62

Valve capacities are based on 120F liquid, saturated evaporator, and 10F superheat at the valve inlet.

ALCO CONTROLS

151

SOLENOID VALVES

Designed for use on heat pump systems


Reverse cycle gas defrost

RV4 & RV6 DIMENSIONAL DATA


SOLENOID VALVES

TYPE

DISCHARGE

C1, S, C2

A MIN.

B MIN.

RV456

5/8 ODM (.63)

3/4 ODF (.75)

1/2 (.50)

1/2 (.50)

RV4F46

1/2 ODF (.50)

3/4 ODF (.75)

3/8 (.38)

1/2 (.50

RV4F47

1/2 ODF (.50)

7/8 ODF (.88)

3/8 (.38)

7/8 (.88)

RV6F46

1/2 ODF (.50)

3/4 ODF (.75)

3/8 (.38)

1/2 (.50)

RV6F47

1/2 ODF (.50)

7/8 ODF (.88)

3/8 (.38)

7/8 (.88)

RV6F57

5/8 ODF (.63)

7/8 ODF (.88)

1/2 (.50)

7/8 (.88)

RV4 & RV6

RV2 & RV3 DIMENSIONAL DATA


RV

VALVE

DISCHARGE

CONNECTIONS
1,S,2

MIN.

MIN.

RV2F45

1/2 ODF (.50)

5/8 ODF (.63)

3/8 (.38)

1/2 (.50)

2 25/32 (2.79)

2 25/642.39

61/64 (.95)

15

RV2F46

1/2 ODF (.50)

3/4 ODF (.75)

3/8 (.38)

5/8 (.63)

RV2F36

3/8 ODF (.38)

3/4 ODF (.75)

5/16 (.31)

5/8 (.63)

3 27/64 (3.42)

3 1/4 (3.25)

1 17/64 (1.27)

20

RV2F46D1*

1/2 ODF (.50)

3/4 ODF (.75)

3/8 (.38)

5/8 (.63)

RV2F35

3/8 ODF (.38)

5/8 ODF (.63)

5/16 (.31)

1/2 (.50)

RV2F45D1*

1/2 ODF (.50)

5/8 ODF (.63)

3/8 (.38)

1/2 (.50)

2 25/32 (2.79)

2 25/64 (2.39)

61/64 (.95)

15

RV2F35D1*

3/8 ODF (.38)

5/8 ODF (.63)

5/16 (.31)

1/2 (.50)

RV2F36D1*

3/8 ODF (.38)

3/4 ODF (.75)

5/16 (.31)

5/8 (.63)

3 27/64 (3.42)

3 1/4 (3.25)

1 17/64 (1.27)

20

RV3F45

1/2 ODF (.50)

5/8 ODF (.63)

3/8 (.38)

1/2 (.50)

2 25/32 (2.79)

2 25/64 (2.39)

61/64 (.95)

15

RV3F46

1/2 ODF (.50)

3/4 ODF (.75)

3/8 (.38)

5/8 (.63)

RV3F36

3/8 ODF (.38)

3/4 ODF (.75)

5/16 (.31)

5/8 (.63)

3 27/64 (3.42)

3 1/4 (3.25)

1 17/64 (1.27)

20

RV3F46D1*

1/2 ODF (.50)

3/4 ODF (.75)

3/8 (.38)

5/8 (.63)

RV3F35

3/8 ODF (.38)

5/8 ODF (.63)

5/16 (.31)

1/2 (.50)

RV3F45D1*

1/2 ODF (.50)

5/8 ODF (.63)

3/8 (.38)

1/2 (.50)

2 25/32 (2.79)

2 25/64 (2.39)

61/64 (.95)

15

RV3F35D1*

3/8 ODF (.38)

5/8 ODF (.63)

5/16 (.31)

1/2 (.50)

RV3F36D1*

3/8 ODF (.38)

3/4 ODF (.75)

5/16 (.31)

5/8 (.63)

3 27/64 (3.42)

3 1/4 (3.25)

1 17/64 (1.27)

20

* D denotes Discharge Tube is off-center.

RV2 & RV3

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

152

ALCO CONTROLS

703RB UNLOADER VALVE


APPLICATION

SOLENOID VALVES

3-Way Unloader Valves


Electrically operated valve for compressor unloading

FEATURES

Stainless steel and brass construction


OEM drop-in replacement
Coil sold separately - see
page 173.

NOMENCLATURE
Example: 703RB VLC
703RB
Valve
Series

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum working pressure: 500 psig


MOPD:
300 psig
Drop-in replacement for Copeland part number
510-0212-00

VLC
Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils (VLC =


Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

DIMENSIONAL DATA

1/2 (.51)

ORDERING INFORMATION
PCN*

014543

Description

703RB-001 VLC

OEM Par t Number

2 3/4 (2.75)

510-0212-00

1/2 (.50)

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

NOTE: Body gasket not included. Consult compressor


manufacturer for body gasket information.
2 (2.00)

1 9/32 (1.28)

3 7/16 (3.44) 2 9/16 (2.56)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

ALCO CONTROLS

13/32 (.406)

153

704RB/RC UNLOADER VALVE


APPLICATION

2-Way Unloader Valves


Electrically operated valve for compressor unloading
SOLENOID VALVES

FEATURES

Stainless steel and brass construction


OEM drop-in replacement

NOMENCLATURE
Example: 704RC VLC
704RC
Valve
Series

Coil sold separately - see


page 173.

VLC
Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils


(VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION
PCN*

Description

014542
014541

704RB-001 VLC
704RC-001 VLC

Standard Product Offering

OEM Par t Number


X13320486-01
X13320310-01

* Product Code Number

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum working pressure: 450 psig


MOPD:
300 psig
704RB - Drop-in replacement for Trane part number
X13320486-01
704RC - Drop-in replacement for Trane part number
X13320310-01

NOTE: Body gasket not included. Consult compressor


manufacturer for body gasket information.

DIMENSIONAL
DATA

1/2 (.51)

1/2 (.50)

2 25/32 (2.78)

2 9/16 (2.57)

21.32 (,65)

13/16 (.82)

51/64 (.80)

1 3/4 (1.75)

704RC

1 23/64 (1.36)

704RB

7/32 (.220)

5/32 (.159)
29/32 (.906) B.C.

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

154

ALCO CONTROLS

707RA UNLOADER VALVE


APPLICATION

SOLENOID VALVES

2-Way Unloader Valves


Electrically operated valve for compressor unloading

FEATURES

Stainless steel and brass construction


OEM drop-in replacement

NOMENCLATURE

Coil sold separately - see


page 173.

Example: 707RA VLC

707RA
VLC
Valve
Coil*
Series
*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils
(VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION
PCN*

014545
014546

Description

707RA-01 VLC
707RA-01 VLC

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum working pressure: 410 psig


MOPD:
310 psig
U.L. approved:
File number MP604
Drop-in replacement for Carrier part number
06DA405244

OEM Par t Number

06DA405244
06DA405264

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

DIMENSIONAL DATA
1/2 (.51)

NOTE: Body gasket not included. Consult compressor


manufacturer for body gasket information.
2 21/32 (2.65)
17/32 (.53)

4 19/65 (4.30)

7/8 (.87)

3/32 (.09)

1 13/64 (1.20)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

2 1/4 (2.1/4)

9/32 (.281)
1 5/8 (1.625) B.C.

ALCO CONTROLS

155

708RA UNLOADER VALVE


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

3-Way Unloader Valves


Electrically operated valve for compressor unloading

FEATURES

Stainless steel and brass construction


OEM drop-in replacement
Coil sold separately - see
page 173.

NOMENCLATURE
Example: 708RA VLC
708RA
Valve
Series

SPECIFICATIONS

VLC
Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils


(VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

ORDERING INFORMATION
PCN*

014540
014539

Description

708RA-001 VLC
708RA-003 VLC

OEM Par t Number

Maximum working pressure:


MOPD:
U.L. approved:
Drop-in replacement for Trane

450 psig
300 psig
File number MP604
part number X13320676-01

DIMENSIONAL DATA

1/2 (.51)

X13320676-01
X133206740-01

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

NOTE: Body gasket not included. Consult compressor


manufacturer for body gasket information.

2 3/4 (2.75)

1 1/32 (1.03)

1/2 (.50)

1 3/4 (1.75)
1 1/8 (1.13)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

9/16 (.56)

15/16 (.94)

2 1/2 (2.50) 1 7/8 (1.88)

156

ALCO CONTROLS

17/64 (.265)

714RA UNLOADER VALVE


APPLICATION

SOLENOID VALVES

3-Way Unloader Valves


Electrically operated valve for compressor unloading

FEATURES

Stainless steel and brass construction


OEM drop-in replacement
Coil sold separately - see
page 173.

NOMENCLATURE

SPECIFICATIONS

Example: 714RA VLC

714RA
VLC
Valve
Coil*
Series
*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils
(VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

DIMENSIONAL DATA

ORDERING INFORMATION
PCN*

014536

Description

714RA VLC

Maximum working pressure: 500 psig


MOPD:
300 psig
Drop-in replacement for Copeland part number
510-0326-00

1/2 (.51)

OEM Par t Number

510-0326-00

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number

2 3/4 (2.75)

NOTE: Body gasket not included. Consult compressor


manufacturer for body gasket information.

1/2 (.50)

2 (2.00)

1 9/32 (1.28)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)


3 7/16 (3.44)

2 9/16 (2.56)

13/32 (.406)

ALCO CONTROLS

157

716RA UNLOADER VALVE


APPLICATION
SOLENOID VALVES

3-Way Unloader Valves


Electrically operated valve for compressor unloading

FEATURES

Stainless steel and brass construction


OEM drop-in replacement
Coil sold separately - see
page 173.

NOMENCLATURE
Example: 716RA VLC
716RA
Valve
Series

SPECIFICATIONS

VLC
Coil*

*NOTE: Valves are shipped without the solenoid coils


(VLC = Valve Less Coil). See page 173 for available coils.

DIMENSIONAL DATA

ORDERING INFORMATION
PCN*

014537

Description
716RA VLC

Maximum working pressure: 410 psig


MOPD:
310 psig
U.L. approved:
File number MP604
Drop-in replacement for Carrier part number 8TA0049D

1/2 (.51)

OEM Par t Number


8TA0049D

Standard Product Offering


* Product Code Number
2 3/4 (2.75)

NOTE: Body gasket not included. Consult compressor


manufacturer for body gasket information.

1/2 (.50)
63/64 (.98)

2 11/32 (2.34)

DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN INCHES: FRACTIONS (DECIMAL)

1 27/32 (1.84)

9/32 (.277)

158

ALCO CONTROLS

SOLENOID SUCTION GAS CAPACITIES


TONS

R-12

SUCTION GAS CAPACITIES @ 14.0 kPa PRESSURE DROP


Evaporator Temperature - C
VALVE SERIES
4
-7
-18
-29
-40

R-12

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905 13
905 14
905 15
905 16
905 18

1.0
1.3
1.6
2.0
3.9
5.5
3.4
6.5
9.7
14.6
25.8

0.8
1.1
1.3
1.6
3.2
4.5
2.7
5.0
7.6
11.4
20.1

0.6
0.9
1.0
1.2
2.5
3.5
2.1
3.9
5.8
8.7
15.5

0.5
0.7
0.8
1.0
1.9
2.7
1.5
2.8
4.3
6.4
11.4

0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
1.5
2.1
1.1
2.1
3.2
4.7
8.4

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905 13
905 14
905 15
905 16
905 18

3.5
4.6
5.7
7.1
13.8
19.5
12.0
23.0
34.3
51.7
91.3

2.8
3.9
4.6
5.7
11.3
15.9
9.6
17.7
26.9
40.4
71.2

2.1
3.2
3.5
4.2
8.9
12.4
7.4
13.8
20.5
30.8
54.9

1.8
2.5
2.8
3.5
6.7
9.6
5.3
9.9
15.2
22.7
40.4

1.4
1.8
2.1
2.5
5.3
7.4
3.9
7.4
11.3
16.6
29.7

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

1.5
2.0
2.4
2.9
5.8
8.2
5.4
10.2
15.4
23.1
40.8

1.2
1.6
2.0
2.4
4.7
6.7
4.1
7.7
11.7
17.5
31.0

1.0
1.3
1.6
1.9
3.8
5.4
3.1
5.9
8.8
13.2
23.5

0.8
1.0
1.2
1.5
3.0
4.2
2.4
4.5
6.8
10.2
18.0

0.6
0.8
1.0
1.2
2.3
3.3
1.8
3.3
5.0
7.4
13.2

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

5.3
7.1
8.5
10.3
20.5
29.O
19.1
36.1
54.5
81.8
144.4

4.2
5.7
7.1
8.5
16.6
23.7
14.5
27.3
41.4
62.0
109.7

3.5
4.6
5.7
6.7
13.5
19.1
11.0
20.9
31.2
46.7
83.2

2.8
3.5
4.2
5.3
10.6
14.9
8.5
15.9
24.1
36.1
63.7

2.1
2.8
3.5
4.2
8.1
11.7
6.4
11.7
17.7
26.2
46.7

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
904H16
905H18

1.2
1.6
1.9
2.3
4.6
6.5
3.1
5.8
8.8
13.1
23.1

1.0
1.3
1.5
1.9
3.7
5.2
2.5
4.6
6.9
10.4
18.4

0.8
1.0
1.2
1.5
2.9
4.1
1.9
3.5
5.2
7.9
13.9

0.6
0.8
0.9
1.1
2.3
3.2
1.4
2.6
3.9
5.9
10.4

0.4
0.6
.07
0.8
1.7
2.4
1.0
1.9
2.9
4.3
7.6

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
904H16
905H18

4.2
5.7
6.7
8.1
16.3
23.0
11.0
20.5
31.2
46.4
81.8

3.5
4.6
5.3
6.7
13.1
18.4
8.9
16.3
24.4
36.8
65.1

2.8
3.5
4.2
5.3
10.3
14.5
6.7
12.4
18.4
28.0
49.2

2.1
2.8
3.2
3.9
8.1
11.3
5.0
9.2
13.8
20.9
36.8

1.4
2.1
2.5
2.8
6.0
8.5
3.5
6.7
10.3
15.2
26.9

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905 13
905 14
905 15
904 16
905 18

0.8
1.4
1.7
1.9
3.2
4.4
4.2
7.8
11.8
17.8
31.4

0.6
1.1
1.4
1.5
2.5
3.5
3.3
6.1
9.3
14.0
24.7

0.5
0.8
1.1
1.2
1.9
2.7
2.5
4.7
7.1
10.8
19.0

0.4
0.6
0.8
0.9
1.4
2.0
1.9
3.6
5.4
8.1
14.3

0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
1.0
1.6
1.4
2.6
3.9
5.9
10.4

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905 13
905 14
905 15
904 16
905 18

2.9
4.8
6.2
6.8
11.2
15.7
14.9
27.6
41.8
63.0
111.2

2.3
3.8
4.8
5.4
8.8
12.3
11.7
21.6
32.9
49.6
87.4

1.6
2.9
3.8
4.1
6.8
9.5
8.9
16.6
25.1
39.2
67.3

1.3
2.2
2.8
3.1
5.1
7.1
6.7
12.7
19.1
28.7
50.6

1.0
1.6
1.9
2.3
3.6
5.6
5.0
9.2
13.8
20.9
36.8

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
904H16
905H18

0.9
1.5
1.9
2.2
3.4
4.8
4.4
8.4
12.6
18.9
33.5

0.7
1.2
1.5
1.8
2.7
3.8
3.5
6.7
10.0
15.0
26.6

0.5
0.9
1.2
1.4
2.1
2.9
2.7
5.2
7.7
11.6
20.6

0.4
0.7
0.9
1.0
1.6
2.2
2.1
3.9
5.9
8.8
15.6

0.3
0.5
0.6
0.8
1.2
1.6
1.5
2.9
4.3
6.5
11.5

240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
904H16
905H18

3.1
5.2
6.6
7.9
12.0
16.8
15.6
29.7
44.6
66.9
118.6

2.4
4.1
5.2
6.3
9.5
13.3
12.4
23.7
35.4
53.1
94.2

1.9
3.2
4.1
4.8
7.4
10.3
9.6
18.4
27.3
41.1
72.9

1.5
2.4
3.1
3.7
5.6
7.8
7.4
13.8
20.9
31.2
55.2

1.1
1.8
2.3
2.7
4.1
5.7
5.3
10.3
15.2
23.0
40.7

R-22/R-407C

R-502

R-134a

R-404A/R-507

ALCO CONTROLS

R-22/R-407C

R-502

R-134a

R-404A/R-507

159

SOLENOID VALVES

KILOWATTS

SUCTION GAS CAPACITIES @ 2 PSI PRESSURE DROP


Evaporator Temperature - F
VALVE SERIES
40
20
0
-20
-40

SOLENOID SUCTION GAS CAPACITIES


TONS
SUCTION GAS CAPACITIES

KILOWATTS
SUCTION GAS CAPACITIES

SOLENOID VALVES

Evaporator Temperature - F
20
0
-20
-40

VALVE SERIES

40

905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

14.8
27.7
41.8
62.3
111.0

R-717

11.9
22.4
33.8
50.2
89.4

9.3
17.4
26.4
39.2
69.8

7.3
13.7
20.6
30.7
54.6

4.7
8.9
13.3
19.9
35.3

Evaporator Temperature - C
-7
-18
-29
-40

VALVE SERIES

905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

52.4
98.1
148.0
220.5
392.9

R-717

42.1
79.3
119.7
177.7
316.5

32.9
61.6
93.5
138.8
247.1

25.8
48.5
72.9
108.7
193.3

16.6
31.5
47.1
70.4
125.0

SOLENOID LIQUID CAPACITIES


TONS

VALVE
SERIES

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - psi

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

160

KILOWATTS

2
0.34
0.8
0.8
2.0
3.0
3.6
5.3
6.4
10.0
14.9
19.6
22.5
10.0
14.9
19.6
22.5
10.0
14.9
19.5
36.3
54.6
81.7
144.0

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - kpa

VALVE
SERIES

0.42
1
1
2.4
3.7
4.4
6.5
7.8
12.2
18.2
24.0
27.6
12.2
18.2
24.0
27.6
12.2
18.2
23.9
44.5
66.9
100.1
176.4

0.48
1.16
1.16
2.8
4.2
5.1
7.5
9.1
14.1
21.1
27.7
31.8
14.1
21.1
27.7
31.8
14.1
21.1
27.6
51.3
77.2
115.5
203.6

0.54
1.2
1.2
3.2
4.7
5.7
8.4
10.1
15.8
23.6
31.0
35.6
15.8
23.6
31.0
35.6
15.8
23.6
30.8
57.4
86.3
129.2
227.7

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

R-12

ALCO CONTROLS

136
1.2
2.8
2.8
7.1
10.6
12.7
18.8
22.7
35.4
52.7
69.4
79.7
35.4
52.7
69.4
79.7
132.0
208.2
69.0
128.5
193.3
289.2
509.8

205

272

340

1.5
3.5
3.5
8.7
13.0
15.6
23.0
27.7
43.4
64.6
85.0
97.6
43.4
64.6
85.0
97.6
161.7
254.9
84.5
157.4
236.7
354.2
624.3

1.7
4.1
4.1
10.0
15.0
18.0
26.5
32.0
50.1
74.6
98.1
112.6
50.1
74.6
98.1
112.6
186.7
294.4
97.6
181.7
273.3
409.0
720.9

1.9
4.2
4.2
11.2
16.8
20.2
29.7
35.8
56.0
83.4
109.7
125.9
56.0
83.4
109.7
125.9
208.8
329.1
109.1
203.2
305.6
457.3
806.0

R-12

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - psi
VALVE SERIES
2
3
4
50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.44
1.04
1.04
2.5
3.9
4.6
6.7
8.2
12.7
19.0
24.9
28.5
12.7
19.0
24.9
28.5
47.4
77.9
24.5
45.9
69.1
103.7
182.9

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18
50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

R-22

KILOWATTS

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - kpa
VALVE SERIES
136
205
272

0.54
1.27
1.27
3.1
4.8
5.6
8.2
10.0
15.6
23.3
30.5
34.9
15.6
23.3
30.5
34.9
58.0
95.4
30.0
56.2
84.6
127.0
224.0

0.62
1.47
1.47
3.6
5.5
6.5
9.5
11.5
18.0
26.9
35.2
40.3
18.0
26.9
35.2
40.3
67.0
110.2
34.6
64.9
97.7
146.6
258.7

0.69
1.64
1.64
4.0
6.2
7.2
10.6
12.9
20.1
30.1
39.4
45.1
20.1
30.1
39.4
45.1
74.9
123.2
38.7
72.6
109.2
164.0
289.2

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

1.6
3.7
3.7
9.0
13.9
16.2
23.7
28.9
45.1
67.3
88.2
100.9
45.1
67.3
88.2
100.9
167.6
275.7
85.7
162.4
244.5
367.1
647.4

0.3
0.7
0.7
1.6
2.5
2.9
4.3
5.3
8.2
12.3
16.2
18.5
8.2
12.3
16.2
18.5
30.8
50.6
16.1
30.2
45.5
68.0
120.8

0.35
0.83
0.83
2.0
3.1
3.6
5.3
6.5
10.1
15.1
19.8
22.7
10.1
15.1
19.8
22.7
37.7
62.0
19.7
37.0
55.7
83.3
148.0

0.4
1.0
1.0
2.3
3.6
4.2
6.1
7.5
11.7
17.4
22.9
26.2
11.7
17.4
22.9
26.2
43.5
71.6
22.7
42.7
64.3
96.2
170.9

0.5
1.1
1.1
2.6
4.0
4.6
6.8
8.4
13.0
19.5
25.6
29.3
13.0
19.5
25.6
29.3
48.7
80.0
25.4
47.8
71.9
107.5
191.1

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.41
0.96
0.96
2.4
3.6
4.3
6.4
7.7
12.1
18.0
23.6
27.1
12.1
18.0
23.6
27.1
45.0
70.9
23.0
43.5
65.5
98.0
172.0

0.5
1.2
1.2
2.9
4.4
5.3
7.8
9.4
14.8
22.0
28.9
33.2
14.8
22.0
28.9
33.2
55.1
86.8
28.2
53.3
80.2
120.0
210.7

0.6
1.4
1.4
3.4
5.1
6.1
9.1
10.9
17.1
25.5
33.4
38.3
17.1
25.5
33.4
38.3
63.6
100.3
32.5
61.5
92.6
138.6
243.2

0.6
1.5
1.5
3.8
5.7
6.8
10.1
12.2
19.1
28.5
37.3
42.8
19.1
28.5
37.3
42.8
71.2
112.1
36.4
68.8
103.6
155.0
272.0

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

R-502

R-134a

ALCO CONTROLS

R-22

340

1.9
4.5
4.5
11.0
17.0
19.8
29.0
35.4
55.2
82.5
108.0
123.5
55.2
82.5
108.0
123.5
205.3
337.7
106.2
198.9
299.5
449.6
793.0

2.2
5.2
5.2
12.7
19.6
22.9
33.5
40.9
63.8
95.2
124.7
142.7
63.8
95.2
124.7
142.7
237.1
390.0
122.6
229.7
345.8
519.1
915.6

2.4
5.8
5.8
14.2
21.9
25.6
35.7
45.7
71.3
106.5
139.4
159.5
71.3
106.5
139.4
159.5
265.1
436.0
137.1
256.8
386.6
580.4
1023.7

1.0
2.4
2.4
5.8
9.0
10.4
15.3
18.8
29.2
43.6
57.2
65.6
29.2
43.6
57.2
65.6
109.0
179.2
56.9
106.9
161.0
240.8
427.8

1.2
2.9
2.9
7.1
11.0
12.7
18.8
23.0
35.8
53.5
70.1
80.4
35.8
53.5
70.1
80.4
133.5
219.5
69.7
131.0
197.2
294.9
523.9

1.4
3.4
3.4
8.2
12.7
14.7
21.7
26.6
41.3
61.7
80.9
92.8
41.3
61.7
80.9
92.8
154.1
253.4
80.5
151.2
227.7
340.5
605.0

1.6
3.8
3.8
9.1
14.2
16.5
24.2
29.7
46.2
69.0
90.5
103.7
46.2
69.0
90.5
103.7
172.3
283.3
90.0
169.1
254.6
380.7
676.4

1.5
3.4
3.4
8.5
12.7
15.2
22.7
27.3
42.8
63.7
83.5
95.9
42.8
63.7
83.5
95.9
159.3
251.0
81.4
154.0
231.9
346.9
608.9

1.8
4.2
4.2
10.4
15.6
18.6
27.7
33.4
52.5
78.0
102.3
117.5
52.5
78.0
102.3
117.5
195.1
307.4
99.7
188.6
284.0
424.9
745.7

2.1
4.8
4.8
12.0
18.0
21.5
32.0
38.5
60.6
90.1
118.1
135.7
60.6
90.1
118.1
135.7
225.3
354.9
115.1
217.8
327.9
490.6
861.1

2.3
5.4
5.4
13.4
20.2
24.1
35.8
43.1
67.7
100.8
132.1
151.7
67.7
100.8
132.1
151.7
251.9
396.8
128.7
243.5
366.6
548.5
962.7

R-502

R-134a

161

SOLENOID VALVES

TONS

SOLENOID LIQUID CAPACITIES

SOLENOID LIQUID CAPACITIES


TONS

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - psi
VALVE SERIES
2
3
4

R-404A/R-507

KILOWATTS

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - kpa
VALVE SERIES
136
205
272

R-404A/R-507

340

SOLENOID VALVES

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.3
0.7
0.7
1.7
2.6
3.0
4.4
5.3
8.4
12.5
16.4
18.8
8.4
12.5
16.4
18.8
31.3
53.6
16.1
30.2
45.5
68.0
120.8

0.34
0.85
0.85
2.1
3.2
3.7
5.4
6.5
10.3
15.3
20.1
23.0
10.3
15.3
20.1
23.0
38.3
65.7
19.7
37.0
55.7
83.3
148.0

0.4
1.0
1.0
2.4
3.7
4.3
6.2
7.5
11.9
17.7
23.2
26.6
11.9
17.7
23.2
26.6
44.2
75.9
22.7
42.7
64.3
96.2
170.9

0.4
1.1
1.1
2.7
4.1
4.8
7.0
8.4
13.3
19.8
25.9
29.7
13.3
19.8
25.9
29.7
49.4
84.8
25.4
47.8
71.9
107.5
191.1

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

1.0
2.5
2.5
6.1
9.2
10.7
15.6
18.8
29.8
44.2
58.1
66.5
29.8
44.2
58.1
66.5
110.7
189.9
56.9
106.9
161.0
240.8
427.8

1.2
3.0
3.0
7.4
11.3
13.1
19.1
23.0
36.5
54.2
71.2
81.4
36.5
54.2
71.2
81.4
135.6
232.6
69.7
131.0
197.2
294.9
523.9

1.4
3.5
3.5
8.6
13.1
15.1
22.1
26.6
42.1
62.5
82.2
94.0
42.1
52.5
82.2
94.0
156.6
268.6
80.5
151.2
227.7
340.5
605.0

1.6
3.9
3.9
9.6
14.6
16.9
24.7
29.7
47.1
69.9
91.9
105.1
47.1
69.9
91.9
105.1
175.0
300.3
90.0
169.1
254.6
380.7
676.4

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.4
1.0
1.0
2.4
3.7
4.3
6.4
7.8
12.1
18.1
23.7
27.1
12.1
18.0
23.7
27.1
45.1
74.1
23.4
43.7
65.7
98.8
173.9

0.51
1.21
1.21
2.9
4.5
5.3
7.8
9.5
14.8
22.2
29.0
33.2
14.8
22.1
29.0
33.2
55.2
90.8
28.6
53.5
80.5
121.0
213.0

0.6
1.4
1.4
3.3
5.2
6.1
9.0
11.0
17.1
25.6
33.5
38.3
17.1
25.5
33.5
38.3
63.7
104.8
33.0
61.8
93.0
139.7
246.0

0.7
1.6
1.6
3.7
5.8
6.8
10.1
12.3
19.1
28.7
37.4
42.9
19.1
28.5
37.4
42.9
71.3
117.2
36.9
69.1
103.9
156.2
275.0

50RB
100RB
102RA
200RB2
200RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T (5/8)
240/540RA9T (7/8, 1 1/2)
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

1.5
3.5
3.5
8.4
13.0
15.3
22.5
27.5
42.8
64.2
83.8
96.0
42.8
64.2
83.8
96.0
159.5
262.4
82.7
154.6
232.7
349.7
615.7

18
4.3
4.3
10.3
15.9
18.8
27.6
33.6
52.4
78.6
102.7
117.5
52.4
78.6
102.7
117.5
195.4
321.4
101.2
189.4
285.0
428.3
754.0

2.1
4.9
4.9
11.9
18.4
21.7
31.9
38.8
60.5
90.7
118.5
135.7
60.5
90.7
118.5
135.7
225.6
371.2
116.9
218.7
329.1
494.6
870.7

2.3
5.5
5.5
13.3
20.6
24.2
35.6
43.4
67.6
101.5
132.5
151.7
67.6
101.5
132.5
151.7
252.3
415.0
130.7
244.5
367.9
553.0
973.4

905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

110.2
204.1
310.3
465.4
812.4

135.0
250.0
380.0
570.0
995.0

155.9
288.7
438.8
658.2
1148.9

174.3
322.7
490.6
735.9
1284.5

905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

390.2
722.6
1098.4
1647.5
2875.9

477.9
885.0
1345.2
2017.8
3522.3

551.8
1021.9
1553.3
2330.0
4067.2

617.0
1142.5
1736.6
2605.0
4547.3

R-407C

R-717

All liquid capacities are based on a 40oF Evaporator Temperature and 100oF
Liquid Temperature.
Ammonia capacities are based on 5oF Evaporator and 86oF Liquid Temperature.

162

ALCO CONTROLS

R-407C

R-717

SOLENOID LIQUID CAPACITIES


TONS

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

13.1
19.9
27.7
44.0

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

17.2
25.7
36.3
56.7

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

11.8
16.7
23.8
36.8

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24
710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24
710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

R-12

KILOWATTS

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - kpa
VALVE SERIES
68
136
205

272

19.7
24.9
43.2
62.3

25.3
34.9
53.1
76.4

33.2
44.8
68.9
99.6

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

46.4
70.4
98.1
155.8

25.8
36.8
56.7
80.8

32.9
45.4
69.6
100.0

43.6
58.3
89.8
133.3

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

60.9
91.0
128.5
200.7

16.8
23.9
36.8
52.5

21.4
29.5
45.2
65.0

28.3
37.9
58.4
86.6

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

15.8
24.0
33.4
53.0

23.8
30.0
52.0
75.0

3.4
42.0
64.0
92.0

40.0
54.0
83.0
120.0

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

11.5
17.2
24.3
38.3

17.2
24.6
37.9
54.2

21.9
30.3
46.5
66.7

29.1
38.9
60.0
87.5

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

16.4
24.4
34.5
54.0

24.5
35.0
54.0
76.9

31.3
43.2
66.3
95.2

41.5
55.5
58.4
126.9

710RA/713RA12
710RA/713RA16
710RA/713RA20
710RA24

R-22
R-502

R-134a

R-404A/R-507
R-407C

ALCO CONTROLS

R-12

69.7
88.1
152.9
220.5

89.6
123.5
188.0
270.5

117.5
158.6
243.9
352.6

91.3
130.3
200.7
286.0

116.5
160.7
246.4
354.0

154.3
206.4
317.9
471.9

41.8
59.1
84.3
130.3

59.5
84.6
130.3
185.9

75.8
104.4
160.0
230.1

100.2
134.2
206.7
306.6

55.9
85.0
118.2
187.6

84.3
106.2
184.1
265.5

107.6
148.7
226.6
325.7

141.6
191.2
293.8
424.8

40.7
60.9
86.0
135.6

60.9
87.1
134.2
191.9

77.5
107.3
164.6
236.1

103.0
137.7
212.4
309.8

58.1
86.4
122.1
191.2

86.7
123.9
191.2
272.2

110.8
152.9
234.7
337.0

146.9
196.5
206.7
449.2

R-22

R-502

R-134a

R-404A/R-507
R-407C

163

SOLENOID VALVES

LIQUID CAPACITIES
Pressure Drop Across Valve - psi
VALVE SERIES
1
2
3

SOLENOID DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES


TONS

DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES


Pressure Drop Across Valve - psi
VALVE SERIES
2
5
10
25
SOLENOID VALVES

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.1
0.4
0.5
0.7
1.0
1.1
1.5
2.5
3.2
3.5
1.5
2.5
3.2
3.5
5.8
8.1
4.3
8.0
12.0
17.9
31.8

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.2
0.5
0.8
1.0
1.4
1.6
2.1
3.6
4.6
5.1
2.1
3.6
4.6
5.1
8.3
11.7
6.4
12.0
18.1
27.0
47.9

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1.1
1.2
1.7
2.9
3.6
4.0
1.7
2.9
3.6
4.0
6.6
9.3
4.5
8.4
12.7
19.0
33.7

164

R-12

KILOWATTS

50

100

DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES


Pressure Drop Across Valve - kpa
VALVE SERIES
138
345
690 1725 3450 6900

0.2
0.6
0.8
1.1
1.6
1.7
2.4
4.0
5.0
5.5
2.4
4.0
5.0
5.5
9.1
12.8
6.9
12.8
19.3
28.9
51.2

0.3
0.8
1.2
1.5
2.2
2.4
3.3
5.6
7.1
7.8
3.3
5.6
7.1
7.8
12.9
18.1
9.8
18.4
27.6
41.4
73.3

0.5
1.3
1.7
2.2
3.2
3.5
5.2
8.3
10.1
11.7
5.2
8.3
10.1
11.7
18.9
28.2
13.9
26.0
39.1
58.5
104.0

0.5
1.5
2.0
2.9
4.1
4.6
6.6
10.4
12.1
14.0
6.6
10.4
12.1
14.0
23.6
34.4
16.2
30.4
45.7
68.4
121.0

0.5
1.3
1.6
3.3
4.3
5.4
7.2
11.2
11.1
12.4
7.2
11.2
11.1
12.4
24.3
33.1
19.4
36.5
54.8
82.1
145.2

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.5
1.3
1.9
2.4
3.5
3.8
5.2
8.9
11.2
12.4
5.2
8.9
11.2
12.4
20.4
28.6
15.2
28.3
42.5
63.4
112.6

0.3
0.9
1.2
1.6
2.3
2.5
3.4
5.7
7.2
8.0
3.4
5.7
7.2
8.0
13.2
18.4
11.0
20.6
31.0
46.4
82.3

0.4
1.2
1.7
2.2
3.2
3.5
4.8
8.1
10.2
11.3
4.8
8.1
10.2
11.3
18.7
26.1
14.5
27.1
40.8
61.0
108.0

0.6
1.9
2.6
3.4
4.9
5.3
7.8
12.5
15.4
18.1
7.8
12.5
15.4
18.1
28.6
43.0
21.5
40.2
60.5
90.5
160.0

0.8
2.5
3.4
4.5
6.5
7.1
10.4
16.6
20.0
23.4
10.4
16.6
20.0
23.4
37.8
56.1
27.7
51.9
78.1
117.0
209.0

1.0
2.8
3.4
5.7
7.9
9.1
12.8
20.4
23.1
26.6
12.8
20.4
23.1
26.6
45.6
66.0
30.5
62.3
93.7
140.0
251.0

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.6
1.9
2.7
3.5
5.1
5.6
7.6
12.8
16.2
17.9
7.6
12.8
16.2
17.9
29.5
41.3
22.7
42.5
64.1
95.6
169.6

0.2
0.7
1.0
1.3
1.8
2.0
2.7
4.5
5.7
6.4
2.7
4.5
5.7
6.4
10.5
14.6
8.4
15.7
23.7
35.5
62.8

0.3
1.0
1.4
1.8
2.6
2.8
3.8
6.4
8.1
9.0
3.8
6.4
8.1
9.0
14.8
20.7
12.2
22.8
34.3
51.3
90.6

0.5
1.5
2.1
2.7
3.9
4.2
6.2
10.0
12.3
14.4
6.2
10.0
12.3
14.4
22.8
34.3
18.7
35.0
52.6
78.7
140.0

0.7
2.0
2.7
3.6
5.2
5.7
8.3
13.3
16.1
18.7
8.3
13.3
16.1
18.7
30.2
45.0
24.0
45.0
67.7
101.0
180.0

0.8
2.3
3.0
4.6
6.4
7.3
10.4
16.5
18.8
21.7
10.4
16.5
18.8
21.7
37.0
53.7
28.8
54.0
81.2
121.2
216.0

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.5
1.5
2.2
2.8
4.0
4.4
6.0
10.2
12.9
14.2
6.0
10.2
12.9
14.2
23.4
32.8
15.9
29.7
45.0
67.3
119.3

R-22

R-502

ALCO CONTROLS

R-12
0.7
2.1
3.0
3.9
5.6
6.1
8.3
14.0
17.7
19.6
8.3
14.0
17.7
19.6
32.3
45.2
24.4
45.3
68.3
102.3
181.2

1.0
3.0
4.2
5.5
7.9
8.6
11.8
19.8
25.1
27.8
11.8
19.8
25.1
27.8
45.7
63.9
34.7
65.1
97.7
146.6
259.5

1.6
4.4
6.0
7.9
11.5
12.5
18.3
29.3
35.6
41.6
18.3
29.3
35.6
41.6
66.9
99.8
49.2
92.0
138.4
207.1
368.2

1.8
5.3
7.0
10.3
14.4
16.2
23.3
37.0
42.9
49.5
23.3
37.0
42.9
49.5
83.4
121.7
57.3
107.6
161.8
242.1
428.3

1.8
4.7
5.6
11.8
15.1
18.9
25.5
39.6
39.3
43.9
25.5
39.6
39.3
43.9
86.0
117.1
68.8
129.1
194.1
290.6
514.0

1.0
3.0
4.3
5.6
8.0
8.8
12.0
20.2
25.6
28.4
12.0
20.2
25.6
28.4
46.7
65.3
38.0
72.9
109.7
164.3
291.3

1.5
4.3
6.1
7.9
11.4
12.4
17.0
28.6
36.2
40.1
17.0
28.6
36.2
40.1
66.0
92.3
51.3
95.9
144.4
215.9
382.3

2.3
6.8
9.3
11.9
17.3
18.7
27.5
44.2
54.7
63.9
27.5
44.2
54.7
63.9
101.4
152.2
76.1
142.3
214.2
320.4
566.4

2.9
8.7
11.9
16.0
22.9
25.2
36.7
58.7
70.8
82.8
36.7
58.7
70.8
82.8
133.7
198.6
98.1
183.7
276.5
414.2
739.9

3.4
10.0
13.1
20.2
27.9
32.1
45.5
72.0
81.8
94.1
45.5
72.0
81.8
94.1
161.6
233.5
108.0
220.5
331.7
495.6
888.5

0.8
2.4
3.4
4.4
6.4
7.0
9.7
16.0
20.3
22.5
9.5
16.0
20.3
22.5
37.1
51.8
29.7
55.6
83.9
125.7
222.3

1.2
3.4
4.8
6.2
9.0
9.8
13.5
22.7
28.7
31.8
13.5
22.7
28.7
31.8
52.4
73.3
43.2
80.7
121.4
181.6
320.7

1.8
5.4
7.4
9.5
13.8
14.9
21.9
35.2
43.6
51.0
21.9
35.2
43.6
51.0
80.8
121.4
66.2
123.9
186.2
278.6
495.6

2.4
7.0
9.6
12.7
18.3
20.1
29.3
46.9
56.9
66.2
29.3
46.9
56.9
66.2
107.0
159.3
85.0
159.3
239.7
357.5
637.2

2.8
8.2
10.8
16.3
22.6
25.8
36.7
58.3
66.7
76.9
36.7
58.3
66.7
76.9
130.9
190.0
102.0
191.2
287.6
429.0
764.6

R-22

R-502

SOLENOID DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES

TONS

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18
100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.2
0.5
0.6
0.8
1.2
1.3
1.8
3.0
3.8
4.2
1.8
3.0
3.8
4.2
6.9
9.7
5.1
9.6
14.5
21.6
38.3

R-134a

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.2
0.5
0.8
1.0
1.4
1.5
2.1
3.6
4.5
6.0
2.1
3.6
4.5
6.0
8.2
115.
6.3
11.9
17.9
26.7
47.4

905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

16.0
30.1
45.5
67.9
120.0

50

100

0.2
0.7
1.0
1.3
1.9
2.1
2.8
4.7
6.0
6.6
2.8
4.7
6.0
6.6
10.9
15.3
8.8
16.5
24.8
37.1
65.8

0.3
1.0
1.4
1.8
2.6
2.9
4.0
6.7
8.5
9.4
4.0
6.7
8.5
9.4
15.4
21.6
11.6
21.7
32.6
48.8
86.4

0.5
1.5
2.1
2.7
3.9
4.3
6.2
10.0
12.2
14.2
6.2
10.0
12.2
14.2
22.8
34.0
17.2
32.2
48.4
72.4
128.0

0.6
1.8
2.4
3.5
4.9
5.6
8.0
12.7
14.8
17.1
8.0
12.7
14.8
17.1
28.6
41.9
22.2
41.5
62.5
93.6
167.2

0.6
1.7
2.1
4.1
5.3
6.6
8.9
13.9
14.2
15.9
8.9
13.9
14.2
15.9
30.4
41.9
24.4
49.8
75.0
112.0
200.8

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.3
0.7
1.0
1.3
1.9
2.1
2.9
4.9
6.2
6.8
2.9
4.9
6.2
6.8
6.8
15.7
9.9
18.5
27.9
41.8
74.1

0.4
1.0
1.5
1.9
2.7
3.0
4.1
6.9
8.7
9.6
4.1
6.9
8.7
9.6
9.6
22.2
13.1
24.4
36.7
54.9
97.2

0.6
1.7
2.3
2.9
4.2
4.5
5.7
10.7
13.3
15.5
6.7
10.7
13.3
15.5
14.8
36.9
19.4
36.2
54.5
81.5
144.0

0.7
2.2
2.9
3.9
5.6
6.1
8.9
14.3
17.4
20.3
8.9
14.3
17.4
20.3
19.3
48.7
24.9
46.7
70.3
105.3
188.1

0.9
2.5
3.4
5.0
7.0
7.9
11.3
17.9
20.2
23.9
11.3
17.9
20.2
23.9
22.7
58.9
27.5
56.1
84.3
126.0
225.9

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB9 (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.3
0.9
1.2
1.6
2.2
2.4
3.3
5.6
7.1
9.5
3.3
5.6
7.1
9.5
13.0
18.2
10.9
20.4
30.7
45.9
81.5

0.4
1.2
1.7
2.2
3.2
3.5
4.7
8.0
10.1
13.4
4.7
8.0
10.1
13.4
18.4
25.7
14.4
26.8
40.4
60.4
106.9

0.6
1.9
2.6
3.3
4.9
5.2
7.7
12.4
15.3
21.2
7.7
12.4
15.3
21.2
28.4
42.7
21.3
39.8
59.9
89.6
158.4

0.8
2.5
3.4
4.5
6.5
7.1
10.3
16.5
20.0
29.6
10.3
16.5
20.0
29.6
37.7
56.1
27.4
51.4
77.3
115.8
206.9

1.0
2.9
3.8
5.7
8.0
9.1
13.0
20.6
22.5
37.1
13.0
20.6
22.5
37.1
46.2
67.2
32.9
61.7
92.8
139.0
248.3

100RB/102RA
200/500RB2
200/500RB3
200/500RB4
200/500RB5
200/500RB6
200/500RB7
200RB9 (5/8)
200RB (7/8, 1 1/2)
200RB12
240/540RA8
240/540RA9T5
240/540RA9
240/540RA12
240/540RA16
240/540RA20
905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

0.6
1.9
2.7
3.5
5.0
5.5
7.5
12.6
16.0
21.2
7.5
12.6
16.0
21.2
29.1
40.7
22.3
42.1
63.4
94.5
167.8

28.4
53.1
80.1
120.0
212.0

39.3
73.7
111.0
166.0
294.0

56.0
106.0
160.0
239.0
423.0

67.8
127.0
192.0
286.0
507.0

905H13
905H14
905H15
905H16
905H18

56.6
106.6
161.1
240.4
424.8

R-404A/R-507
0.2
0.5
0.7
0.9
1.2
1.3
1.8
3.1
3.9
4.3
1.8
3.1
3.9
4.3
4.3
9.9
5.8
10.8
16.3
24.3
43.1

KILOWATTS

DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES


Pressure Drop Across Valve - kpa
VALVE SERIES
138
345
690 1725 3450 6900

R-407C

R-717

ALCO CONTROLS

0.5
1.6
2.3
2.9
4.2
4.6
6.3
3.0
3.8
4.2
6.3
10.6
13.4
14.8
24.4
34.2
18.1
34.0
51.3
76.5
135.6

R-134a
0.8
2.5
3.5
4.6
6.7
7.3
9.9
4.7
6.0
6.6
9.9
16.7
21.2
23.5
38.7
54.1
31.2
58.4
87.8
131.3
232.9

1.2
3.6
5.0
6.5
9.2
10.3
14.1
6.7
8.5
9.4
14.1
23.7
30.0
33.2
54.7
76.4
41.1
76.8
115.4
172.8
305.9

1.8
5.3
7.3
9.6
13.8
15.0
22.0
10.0
12.2
14.2
22.0
35.3
43.1
50.2
80.6
120.4
60.9
114.0
171.3
256.3
453.1

2.2
6.4
8.6
12.4
17.5
19.7
28.2
12.7
14.8
17.1
28.2
44.9
52.4
60.6
101.4
148.4
78.6
146.9
221.3
331.3
591.9

2.1
6.0
7.3
14.5
18.9
23.3
31.5
13.9
14.2
15.9
31.5
49.2
50.1
56.4
107.6
148.3
86.4
176.3
265.5
396.5
710.8

0.9
2.6
3.6
4.7
6.8
7.5
10.2
17.2
21.8
24.1
10.2
17.2
21.8
24.1
24.1
55.5
35.0
65.5
98.8
148.0
262.3

1.2
3.6
5.2
6.7
9.7
10.5
14.4
24.3
30.8
34.1
14.4
24.3
30.8
34.1
34.1
78.5
46.4
86.4
129.9
194.3
344.1

1.9
5.8
8.0
10.2
14.8
16.0
23.6
37.8
46.9
54.9
23.6
37.8
46.9
54.9
52.5
130.6
68.7
128.1
192.9
288.5
509.8

2.5
7.6
10.4
13.7
19.8
21.7
31.6
50.7
61.6
71.7
31.6
50.7
61.6
71.7
68.4
172.3
88.1
165.3
248.9
372.8
665.9

3.0
9.0
11.9
17.7
24.7
28.0
40.0
63.5
71.4
84.6
40.0
63.5
71.4
84.6
80.2
208.3
97.4
198.6
298.4
446.0
799.7

1.0
3.0
4.2
5.5
7.9
8.6
11.8
19.9
25.2
33.6
11.8
19.9
25.2
33.6
46.0
64.4
38.6
72.2
108.7
162.5
288.5

1.5
4.2
6.0
7.8
11.2
12.2
16.7
28.2
35.7
47.5
16.7
28.2
35.7
47.5
65.1
91.0
51.0
94.9
143.0
213.8
378.4

2.3
6.7
9.2
11.8
17.2
18.5
27.3
43.8
54.3
75.1
27.3
43.8
54.3
75.1
100.5
151.0
75.4
140.9
212.0
317.2
560.7

2.9
8.7
11.9
15.9
22.9
25.0
36.5
58.4
70.8
104.6
36.5
58.4
70.8
104.6
133.3
198.4
97.0
182.0
273.6
409.9
732.4

3.5
10.2
13.5
20.3
28.2
32.2
45.8
72.7
79.5
131.3
45.8
72.7
79.5
131.3
163.7
237.7
116.5
218.4
328.5
492.1
879.0

100.5
188.0
283.6
424.8
750.5

139.1
260.9
392.9
587.6
1040.8

198.2
375.2
566.4
846.1
1497.4

240.0
449.6
679.7
1012.4
1794.8

R-404A/R-507
0.6
1.6
2.3
3.0
4.3
4.7
6.4
10.9
13.8
15.3
6.4
10.9
13.8
15.3
15.3
35.1
20.5
38.2
57.7
86.0
162.6

R-407C

R-717

165

SOLENOID VALVES

DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES


Pressure Drop Across Valve - psi
VALVE SERIES
2
5
10
25

50RB DISCHARGE GAS CAPACITIES

SOLENOID VALVES

R134a
R22
R404A/R507

1
0.05
0.06
0.05

2
0.07
0.09
0.07

PRESSURE DROP ACROSS VALVE (PSI)


4
5
6
7
0.10
0.11
0.12
0.13
0.12
0.14
0.15
0.16
0.10
0.12
0.13
0.14

3
0.09
0.10
0.09

8
0.14
0.17
0.15

9
0.15
0.18
0.15

All capacities and factors shown are based on normal condensing temperatures (100F), isentropic compression plus 50,
40F evaporator, 65F suction gas and saturated liquid entering an expansion device per ARI Standard 760-80.
For capacities at other operating conditions, use the appropriate correction factor given in above table.

CORRECTION FACTORS FOR SOLENOIDS


EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE CORRECTION FACTORS FOR LIQUID, DISCHARGE AND SUCTION SERVICE

REFRIGERATION ONLY

E VAPORATOR T EMPERATURE F
MULTIPLIER

40
1.00

LIQUID SERVICE
30
.96

20
.92

10
.88

0
.84

10 20 30 40
.80
.77
.74
.71

DISCHARGE GAS SERVICE

REFRIGERANT
R-12
R-22
R-134a
R-404A
R-502
R-407C
R-410A

40

30

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00

0.98
0.98
0.98
0.97
0.98
0.98
0.98

E VAPORATOR T EMPERATURE F
20
10
0
10
MULTIPLIER
0.96 0.93 0.91 0.88
0.96 0.94 0.92
0.9
0.95 0.93 0.90 0.88
0.94 0.91 0.88 0.85
0.95 0.92 0.90 0.87
0.95 0.93 0.90 0.88
0.97 0.95 0.93 0.91

20 30 40
0.86
0.88
0.85
0.81
0.84
0.85
0.89

0.83
0.87
0.82
0.78
0.81
0.82
0.85

0.81
0.83
0.80
0.75
0.78
0.80
0.84

All capacities and factors shown are based on normal condensing temperatures (100F), isentropic compression plus 50,
40F evaporator, 65F suction gas and saturated liquid entering an expansion device per ARI Standard 760-80.
For capacities at other operating conditions, use the appropriate correction factor given in above table.

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10
0.16
0.19
0.16

FUNDAMENTALS OF SOLENOID VALVES


INTRODUCTION

SOLENOID VALVES

In most refrigeration applications, in order to automatically


control the flow of fluids in a system, it is necessary to be able to
start or stop the flow in the refrigerant circuit. An electrically
operated solenoid valve is usually used for this purpose. Its basic
function is the same as a manually operated shutoff valve, but it can
be positioned in remote locations, and may be conveniently controlled by simple electrical switches. Solenoid valves can be operated
by a thermostatic switch (the most common in refrigeration systems),
float switches, low pressure switches, high pressure switches or
any other device used for making or breaking an electric circuit.

WHAT ARE SOLENOID VALVES?

A solenoid valve consists of two distinct, but integral acting


parts, a solenoid and a valve. The solenoid is nothing more than
electrical wire wound in a spiral around the surface of a cylindrical
form, usually of circular cross section. When an electric current is sent
through the windings, they act as an electro-magnet. The force field
created in the center of the solenoid is the driving force for opening
the valve. Inside is a moveable magnetic iron plunger that is drawn
toward the center of the coil when energized. See figure 1.

PRINCIPLES OF SOLENOID OPERATION

The valve contains an orifice through which fluid flows when


open. A needle or rod is seated on or in the orifice, and is attached
directly to the lower part of the plunger. When the coil is energized,
the plunger is forced toward the center of the coil, lifting the needle
valve off the orifice and allowing flow. When the coil is de-energized,
the weight of the plunger, and in some designs a spring, causes it to
fall and close off the orifice, stopping the flow through the valve. See
figure 2.

TYPES OF SOLENOIDS

Solenoids are either direct acting or pilot operated. The


application determines the type of solenoid used. The direct acting
solenoid is used on valves with low capacities and small port sizes.
The pilot operated solenoid is used on larger valves, eliminating the
need for larger coils and plungers.

F IGURE 1
S OLENOID O PERATION C OIL E NERGIZED

DIRECT ACTING SOLENOIDS

In the direct acting valve, the plunger is mechanically connected


to the needle valve or poppet. When the coil is energized, the
plunger pulling the needle off the orifice is raised into the center of
the coil. This type of valve will operate from zero pressure differential
to its maximum operating pressure differential (MOPD), regardless of
the line pressure. See figure 2.
The following forces act on a solenoid valve to keep it closed, or
to keep it open and flowing.
When closed:
A. Inlet pressure pushes the plunger or
poppet down onto the orifice.
B. Gravity pulls the plunger down on the
orifice.
C. Difference between high inlet and lower
outlet pressure holds the plunger on the
orifice.
NOTE: The greater the pressure differential between inlet and outlet
pressure, the more difficult it is to open the valve.
When open:
A. Inlet flow passing through the orifice
tends to help hold the plunger up or
open.
B. Magnetic attraction holds the plunger up.
Forces available for opening or closing a solenoid valve:
1. Inlet pressure
2. Outlet pressure
3. Weight of plunger on the orifice
4. Spring force applied to the plunger
5. Magnetic attraction of the plunger

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SOLENOID VALVES

To open the direct acting valve when closed, or shutoff with the
plunger, poppet, or pin resting on the orifice or port, allowing no flow:
A. Energize the coil (electrical flow in wires).
B. Magnetic attraction jerks plunger up
and off of orifice.
C. Inlet pressure being greater, flow occurs
from inlet to outlet.
To close the valve when open with flow occurring:
A. De-energize coil (electrical flow stops).
B. Magnetic attraction stops, plunger falls
by gravity and/or is assisted by spring
action in a closing direction.
C. Blockage of the orifice by the plunger
causes all flow to stop.

open. As the orifice becomes larger and the pressure drop greater, a
larger magnetic coil must be used to create a greater magnetic force
for opening.
The MOPD is determined by how much magnetic attraction is
necessary to overcome the resistance to stay closed. When the
pressure differential is below the MOPD rating, the solenoid valve will
open quickly, and easily when energized. When the MOPD is
exceeded, the valve will not open when energized, and may possibly
overheat with dangerous results unless de-energized quickly.
The direct acting valve is only used on small capacity circuits. To
use the coil size required to counteract the large pressure differential
of large capacities would be uneconomical, and not feasible for very
large capacity circuits. In order to overcome this problem, pilot
operated solenoid valves are used.

PILOT OPERATED SOLENOIDS

The pilot operated solenoid valves use a combination of the


solenoid coil and line pressure to operate. In this valve, the plunger is
attached to a needle valve covering a pilot orifice rather than the
main port. The line pressure holds a floating or independent piston or
diaphragm closed against the main port. See figure 3.
When the coil is energized, the plunger is pulled into the center
of the coil, opening the pilot orifice. Once the pilot port is opened,
the line pressure above the diaphragm is allowed to bleed off to the
low side or outlet of the valve, relieving the pressure on the top of the
diaphragm. The inlet pressure then pushes the diaphragm up and off
of the main valve port and holds it there allowing full flow of the fluid.

F IGURE 2
D IRECT A CTING S OLENOIDS C OIL E NERGIZED & D E -E NERGIZED

MAXIMUM OPENING PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL (MOPD)

The greater the inlet pressure, or the greater the difference


between the inlet and outlet pressures, the tighter the plunger is
held down on the orifice. The larger the orifice, the greater is the
area affected by the pressure differential, holding the plunger closed.
Therefore, a small orifice with low pressure differential is easy to
open magnetically. Increase the orifice size or the pressure differential, the harder it becomes to open the plunger. If both the plunger
area is large and the pressure differential is great, it is possible to
exceed the ability of the magnet to pull the plunger up or open the
valve orifice. When the ability of the magnet to open is overcome by
the forces holding the plunger closed, it is said that the MOPD has
been exceeded.
When the MOPD is low (area of orifice is small and the difference
between inlet and outlet pressures is small), it does not take much
effort for the solenoid coil to pull the plunger

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F IGURE 3
P ILOT O PERATED S OLENOIDS C OIL E NERGIZED & D E -E NERGIZED

When the coil is de-energized, the plunger drops and closes the
pilot orifice. Pressure begins to build up above the diaphragm by
means of a bleed hole in the piston or diaphragm until it, plus the
diaphragms weight and spring, cause it to close on the main valve
port. The pilot operated solenoid valve requires a minimum opening
pressure differential, between the inlet and outlet, in order to open
the main port.

MINIMUM OPENING PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL (MINOPD)

As previously explained, the direct operated solenoid valve must


not exceed its MOPD or it will not open when energized. If pressure
differential is too great or orifices are too large in diameter, it would
take a very large and very expensive coil to overcome the large
MOPD. Therefore, the pilot operated valve is used on larger size
solenoid valves. The main idea is to open the pilot orifice with as
little effort as possible. However, a certain amount of pressure
differential is required to float the piston or diaphragm off of the main
orifice after the pilot orifice has allowed both the inlet and outlet
pressure to equalize. This small amount of required pressure is
called the minimum opening pressure differential (MinOPD).
All pilot operated solenoids require a MinOPD to raise the main
poppet or floating piston or diaphragm off of the main orifice. Direct
operated solenoids do not require a MinOPD, but both direct
operated and pilot operated have to avoid exceeding their MOPD in
order to flow properly.
The manual stem shown in figure 3 is used to manually open the
valve if the line current is not available, or for flushing in cleanup, or
other service maintenance functions.
The above basic principles of operation hold true for all
refrigerant solenoid valves, although certain mechanical variations in
construction can be found. Examples of these variations are:
1. Short stroke plungers, which are rigidly
connected to the valve or poppet
(these will always be the direct acting
type).
2. Long stroke lost motion plungers, which
during opening, impart a hammer
blow to the valve.
3. Mechanically interlinked piston to
plunger construction, which is used
where no pressure differential is available to float the piston. This construction

enables a large solenoid valve to open


and remain in an open position with a
minimum pressure drop across the valve.
It is used primarily for suction line duty.
4. Pilot operated spring loaded valves used
in large port sizes.
5. Condenser pressure powered stop
valves which use a high pressure pilot
connection.
Solenoid valves having a spring loaded plunger may be installed and
operated in any position. These valves include most all modern day
refrigeration solenoids.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF VALVES

So far we have explained how a solenoid valve operates. Now we


will discuss the many types of valves and their respective applications. The three main types of valves are: two-way, three-way, and
four-way.

TWOWAY VALVES

The two-way valve, which is the most common type of solenoid


valve, controls fluid flow in one line. It has an inlet and an outlet
connection. This valve can be a direct acting or pilot operated valve,
depending on the need. When the coil is de-energized, the two-way
valve is normally closed. Although normally-closed is the most
widely used, two-way valves are also manufactured to be normallyopen when the coil is de-energized. See figure 4.
Select Two-way valves can be converted to reverse
flow operation by the addition of a bi-flow kit.

F IGURE 4
T WO -W AY S OLENOID : 200RB

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FUNDAMENTALS OF SOLENOID VALVES


THREEWAY DIVERTING VALVES

SOLENOID VALVES

The three-way valve has a connection which is common to either


of two different outlets and controls refrigerant flow in two different
lines. It is used chiefly on commercial refrigeration units for heat
reclaiming applications, hot gas defrost, and discharge gas unloading
applications. See figure 5 for an illustration of a three-way solenoid
valve.

HEAT RECLAIMING APPLICATIONS

The three-way valve has its common inlet attached to the


compressor discharge line. The other two outlets connect to the
normal condenser and the auxiliary condenser, as shown in figures 6
and 7.
When the solenoid coil is de-energized, the pilot line to the
suction side of the compressor is closed. Discharge gas pressure
escapes thru the bleed port onto the top of the piston and drives it
downward, closing the bottom seat. This allows discharge gas to flow
to the normal, or outside condenser. Energizing the solenoid opens
the pilot line to the suction side of the compressor, and permits the
discharge gas pressure on top of the piston to escape to the suction
side. The discharge gas pressure below the piston now causes the
piston to be driven upward closing the outlet to the condenser and
diverting the discharge gas to the auxiliary condenser. Some valves
are available with an internal bleed, which drains the reclaim coil
during normal operation.

F IGURE 5
T HREE -WAY S OLENOID : 3031RC

F IGURE 6
H EAT R ECLAIMING S YSTEM
C ONDENSERS IN S ERIES

F IGURE 7
H EAT R ECLAIMING S YSTEM
C ONDENSERS IN P ARALLEL

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FUNDAMENTALS OF SOLENOID VALVES

4-W AY VALVE

F IGURE 8: S MALL T HREE -W AY S OLENOID 702RA

DISCHARGE GAS UNLOADING (USING A 3WAY VALVE)


The three-way solenoid valve (figure 5), is designed to meet the
requirements of high temperatures and pressures existing in compressor
discharge gas applications. It is specifically designed for discharge gas
diverting in compressor unloading. In most cases, when de-energized, the
compressor discharge gas follows the normal cycle to the condenser. When
energized, discharge gas is then diverted to flow to the system low side for
defrost or compressor unloading. These valves are available over a wide
tonnage range. Small size three-way solenoids are sometimes used for
cylinder unloading compressor capacity reduction. See figure 8. These
valves for compressor unloading applications are usually designed to
provide mounting directly on the compressor. Some are specifically
designed for OEMs (ALCO 700 Series).

F IGURE 11: 401RD


& SMALL BUILDING

USED IN HOME

EQUIPMENT .

FOURWAY REVERSING VALVES


Four-way solenoid valves, often called reversing valves, are used
almost exclusively on reverse cycle heat pumps, to select either the heating
or cooling mode, depending upon requirements. These valves have one
common inlet and three outlets. Figure 11 is a drawing of a typical four-way
valve used in home or small building equipment.
A heat pump is a central air conditioner with reverse cycle for heating.
In the summer, the refrigerant absorbs heat from the house and exhausts it
outdoors. In winter, the cycle is reversed, with the refrigerant absorbing heat
from outdoors and releasing it inside the house. The next sections explain
how the reversing valve operates.
FOURWAY REVERSING VALVE OPERATION
Figures 12 and 13 are schematic diagrams of a four-way valve on a
typical reverse cycle heat pump system.

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4WAY VALVE HEATING CYCLE

SOLENOID VALVES

In figure 12, the system is in the heating cycle with the discharge gas
from the compressor flowing thru the reversing valve ports D to C2, which
makes the indoor coil the condenser. The suction gas is flowing from the
outdoor coil (now the evaporator) through reversing valve ports C1 to S and
back to the compressor. With the 4-way solenoid pilot de- energized, the high
pressure discharge gas builds up on top of the main slide holding the main
slide down (or
on the bottom). The area below the main
slide is isolated from the high pressure by a
seal and is exposed to low pressure suction
gas by way of port A to S1 and on to S.
Thus the unbalanced forces acting on
the end areas of the main slide (top vs.
bottom) hold the slide in the down position
as shown in figure 12. The compressor
discharge gas now flows to the indoor
coil and heats the interior.

4WAY VALVE COOLING CYCLE

When the coil is energized, the slide in the pilot solenoid moves to its
top, now connecting pilot ports D1 to A and B to S1 and on to S. With the
pilot solenoid so positioned, the discharge pressure is imposed on the
bottom of the main slide and it will move to the top of the main valve. This
unbalanced force will move and hold the main slide to the UP position as
shown in figure 13. The compressor discharge gas now flows to the outdoor
coil allowing the indoor coil to cool the interior.

SOLENOID VALVE SELECTION

The selection of a solenoid valve for a


particular control application requires the
following information:
1. Fluid to be controlled.
2. Capacity required.
3. Maximum operating pressure differential
(MOPD).
4. Electrical characteristics.
5. Safe working pressure required (SWP).

F IGURE 12

F IGURE 13

Solenoid valves are designed for a given type of fluid so that the materials
of construction will be compatible with that fluid. Steel or ferrous metals and
aluminum are used in solenoid valves for ammonia service. Special seat materials
and synthetics may be used for high temperature or ultra-low temperature
service. Special materials are required for corrosive fluids.
Attention to the electrical characteristics is also important. Required voltage
and hertz must be specified to ensure proper selection. Valves for DC service
often have different internal construction than valves for AC application, so it is
important to study the manufacturers catalog information carefully.

SOLENOID VALVE INSTALLATION

The capacities of solenoid valves for normal liquid or suction gas


refrigerant service are given in tons of refrigeration at some nominal
pressure drop and standard conditions. Manufacturers catalogs provide
extended tables to cover nearly all operating conditions for common
refrigerants. Follow the manufacturers sizing recommendations. Do not
select a valve based on line size. Pilot operated valves require a minimum
pressure drop to operate, and selecting an oversized valve will result in the
valve failing to open. Undersized valves result in excessive pressure drops.
The solenoid valve selected must have a MOPD rating equal to or in
excess of the maximum possible differential against which the valve must
open. The MOPD takes into consideration both the inlet and outlet valve
pressures. If a valve has a 500 psi inlet pressure and a 250 outlet pressure,
and a MOPD rating

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of 300 psi, it will operate, since the difference (500250 = 250) is less
than the 300 MOPD rating. If the pressure difference is larger than the MOPD
rating, the valve will not open.
Consideration of the safe working pressure required is also important
for proper and safe operation. A solenoid valve should not be used for an
application when the working pressure is higher than the safe working
pressure maximum.

Solenoid valves having a spring loaded plunger


or diaphragm may be installed and operated in any position. However, the
older, conventional solenoid valve with a plunger which depends on gravity
to close, must always be installed with the plunger in an upright vertical
position, with the pipe horizontal. An adequate strainer or filter drier should be
installed ahead of each solenoid valve to keep scale, pipe dope, solder, and
other foreign matter out of the valve.
Before installation, disconnect electrical power source, shut off fluid
power source, and bring the system pressure to atmospheric. When
installing a solenoid valve, be sure the arrow on the valve body points in the
direction of refrigerant flow. With brazing or solder type connections, do not
use too hot a torch, and point the flame away from the valve body. Allow the
valve body to cool before replacing the valves operating internal parts to
insure that the seat material and gaskets are not damaged by the heat. Wet
rags and or chill blocks are recommended during brazing. They are
necessary to keep the valve body cool so that body warpage on close
coupled valves will not occur. When reassembling, do not overtorque.

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