CKD Corporation AB3X Pneumatic Solenoid Valve

Description:

The Pneumatic Solenoid Valve (believed CKD AB3X) is used in industrial compressed air systems for controlling airflow direction, actuation, and switching of pneumatic cylinders or air-driven mechanisms. Commonly installed in automation equipment, packaging machines, assembly lines, CNC auxiliary systems, and industrial control cabinets where reliable electrically actuated air switching is required. CKD AB3X is a known solenoid valve series used for air, water, and oil control in industrial applications.

Applications:

This CKD-style pneumatic solenoid valve is commonly used in industrial automation environments including cylinder actuation systems, pneumatic manifolds, robotic equipment, conveyor control systems, and process machinery where fast and reliable air switching is essential. It is also used in OEM equipment requiring 100–110V AC coil operation for direct integration into industrial control circuits.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: CKD (believed / AB3X series)
• Model / Part number: AB3X (or equivalent variant)
• Product type: Pneumatic solenoid valve
• Valve type: Directional control valve
• Medium: Compressed air (also compatible with water/oil depending on configuration)
• Operating voltage: 100–110 VAC
• Function: Electromagnetically actuated air switching
• Port configuration: Typically 3/2 or 5/2 (variant dependent)
• Pressure range: Industrial pneumatic pressure (approx. 0–0.7 MPa typical CKD class range)
• Body material: Aluminum alloy or engineering polymer (model dependent)
• Mounting type: Inline or manifold mount
• Connection type: Threaded pneumatic ports
• Coil type: AC solenoid coil
• Operation: Direct or pilot operated (series dependent)
• Application environment: Industrial automation and pneumatic control systems
• Duty cycle: Continuous industrial duty (intermittent actuation designed)

Common Replacements:

• CKD 4F series solenoid valve (equivalent pneumatic control valves)
• SMC SY series pneumatic solenoid valve
• Parker P2/P3 pneumatic directional control valve series