Hand Lever Valve 5/2 Way 1/4″ Detented to Hand Lever Valve 5/3 Way 1/4″ Spring Return

Description

Hand Lever Valve 5/2 Way 1/4″ Detented

Type: 5/2 Way
Port Size: 1/4 inch
Operation: Hand lever operated with detent
Function:

• A 5/2 valve has five ports and two switching positions.

• Commonly used for controlling double-acting cylinders or actuators.

• The valve shifts between two states to control the flow of air or fluid to extend or retract a cylinder.

• Detented means that the lever stays locked in the position when shifted. It does not return automatically and requires manual movement back to the neutral or opposite position.

• Allows the operator to hold the valve position without continuous force applied to the lever.

• The detent mechanism provides mechanical locking, useful for maintaining a flow state without pressure loss or unintentional shifting.

Hand Lever Valve 5/3 Way 1/4″ Spring Return

Type: 5/3 Way
Port Size: 1/4 inch
Operation: Hand lever operated with spring return
Function:

• A 5/3 valve has five ports and three switching positions.

• Typically used for controlling double-acting cylinders or actuators, with a center (neutral) position to stop flow or vent ports.

• The valve can shift between extend, retract, and neutral (center) states.

• Spring return means the lever returns automatically to the neutral (center) position once released.

• The spring ensures the valve defaults to a safe or neutral state, preventing unintended actuation.

• Useful for applications where the valve should only be actuated temporarily and then return automatically to neutral to stop flow or vent the system.