SOLENOID-OPERATED PNEUMATIC VALVE Russian patent published in 2000 - IPC

FIELD: units and assemblies of self-contained pneumohydraulic systems. SUBSTANCE: solenoid-operated pneumatic valve has body, actuating mechanism, electromagnet with armature and latch. Valve is also provided with sleeve mounted inside actuating member and rigidly connected with body. Latch is located in this sleeve. Shorter arm of latch has slot whose bottom is located below axial line and bearing surface is engaged with port. Port is located on actuating member. Other arm of latch is provided with bearing surface engaged with armature of electromagnet. EFFECT: reduced mass and overall dimensions of valve; enhanced reliability and safety. 2 dwg