Overview
The ASCO 8262A209 is a member of ASCO’s RedHat line of general service solenoid valves. This 2-way direct acting solenoid valve delivers precise, automated fluid control across industrial applications. The 8262A209 combines proven reliability with compact design, making it a trusted solution for equipment manufacturers, maintenance teams, and system integrators managing pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Key Features
- Direct Acting Design: Requires no minimum operating pressure for reliable operation across low-pressure applications
- Normally Closed Configuration: Valve remains closed when de-energized; energizing the 16.7W solenoid coil opens the valve
- Mountable in Any Position: Flexible installation options for space-constrained equipment layouts
- High Flow Capability: Small poppet design delivers superior flow while maintaining tight shutoff
- Wide Fluid Compatibility: Rated for air, water, and light oil service
- Industrial Temperature Range: Operates reliably in ambient temperatures from -13°F to 131°F; fluid temperature to 180°F
Technical Specifications
- Connection Sizes: 1/8″ to 1/4″ NPT available
- Valve Type: 2-way (2/2), direct acting, poppet style
- Operation: Normally closed
- Body Material: Brass or stainless steel construction
- Seat/Disc Material: NBR or cast UR elastomer options
- Solenoid Power: 16.7W (voltage and frequency per model suffix)
- Coil Core: 430F stainless steel
- Operating Pressure: 0–180 psi (water), 0–155 psi (air), 0–140 psi (oil)
- Minimum Operating Pressure: 0 psi (no minimum required)
- Ambient Temperature: -13°F to 131°F
- Fluid Temperature: 0°F to 180°F maximum
- Enclosure: Impact-resistant, waterproof (explosion-proof options available)
Typical Applications
- Pneumatic system control in manufacturing equipment
- Hydraulic fluid routing in industrial machinery
- Water service and process fluid applications
- Light oil applications up to 300 SSU viscosity
- Automated production line control
- HVAC and refrigeration system solenoid switches
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial pneumatic and hydraulic control systems
- General purpose electrical solenoid circuits (AC or DC per coil type)
- System pressures 0–180 psi maximum
- Standard NPT pipe threads (1/8″–1/4″)
- Fluid types: air, water, and light mineral oil
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The ASCO 8262A209 is compatible with other 8262-series direct acting valves with matching electrical specifications. Always verify coil voltage, frequency (AC/DC), wattage, and connection size before substitution. Other 8262 variants may be used if electrical and fluid ratings match.
Works With
- Standard 24V, 120V/60Hz, 240V/60Hz AC solenoid coils
- DC solenoid circuits (voltage depends on specific coil variant)
- Manual override operators for emergency manual control
- Pneumatic pilot operates for advanced control schemes
- Industrial PLC and automation control systems
- Flow control needles and manifold blocks
