046A/ENG
Installation and Maintenance Manual
VJ3000, 5000, 7000, 4,5 Port Solenoid Valves
For future reference, please keep this manual in a safe place
This Manual should be read in conjunction with the current Catalogue.
Safety Instructions
2. Only trained personnel should operate pneumatically
operated machinery and equipment.
These safety instructions are intended to prevent a hazardous situa-
Compressed air can be dangerous if an operator is unfamiliar
tion and/or equipment damage.These instructions indicate the level
with it. Assembly, handling or repair of pneumatic systems should
of potential hazard by label of "Caution", "Warning" or "Danger".
be performed by trained and experienced operators.
To ensure safety, be sure to observe ISO4414
(Note1)
, JIS B 8370
(Note2)
and other safety practices.
3. Do not service machinery/equipment or attempt to
Note 1: ISO 4414: Pneumatic fluid power – Recommendations for the
remove component until safety is confirmed.
application of equipment to transmission and control systems.
1) Inspection and maintenance of machinery/equipment should
Note 2: JIS B 8370: Pneumatic system axiom.
only be performed after confirmation of safe locked-out
control positions.
CAUTION :
2) When equipment is to be removed, confirm the safety process
Operator error could result in injury or
as mentioned above. Switch off air and electrical supplies and
equipment damage.
exhaust all residual compressed air in the system.
3) Before machinery/equipment is re-started, ensure all safety
WARNING:
Operator error could result in serious
measures to prevent sudden movement of cylinders etc.
injury or loss of life.
(Bleed air into the system gradually to create back-pressure,
i.e. incorporate a soft-start valve).
DANGER :
In extreme conditions, there is a
possible result of serious injury or loss of life.
4. Contact SMC if the product is to be used in any of the
following conditions:
1) Conditions and environments beyond the given specifica-
WARNING
tions, or if product is used outdoors.
2) Installations in conjunction with atomic energy, railway, air
1. The compatibility of pneumatic equipment is the respon-
navigation, vehicles, medical equipment, food and beverage,
sibility of the person who designs the pneumatic system
recreation equipment, emergency stop circuits, press
or decides its specifications.
applications, or safety equipment.
Since the products specified here are used in various operating
3) An application which has the possibility of having negative
conditions, their compatibility for the specific pneumatic system
effects on people, property, or animals, requiring special
must be based on specifications or after analysis and/or tests to
safety analysis.
meet your specific requirements.
CAUTION
Ensure that the air supply system is filtered to 5 micron.
Specifications
VJ3000
Fluid
Air
2 position single solenoid
0.15~0.7 (1.5~7.1)
Operating pressure
2 position double solenoid
0.1~0.7 (1~7.1)
range MPa kgf/cm
2
3 position valve
0.2~0.7 (2~7.1)
Ambient and fluid temperature (ºC)
Max. 50
Response time (ms)
2 position, single, double
15 or less
(at 5 kgf/cm
2
)
Note 1)
3 position
30 or less
Max. operating
2 position, single, double
10
frequency (Hz)
3 position
3
Non-locking push type,
Non-locking push type,
Manual override
slotted locking type
Individual pilot exhaust,
Individual pilot exhaust,
Pilot exhaust
common exhaust for main
common exhaust for main
and pilot valve
Lubrication
Not required
Mounting position
Free
Impact/vibration resistance (G)
Note 2)
150/30
Protection structure
IP40
Note 1: As per JIS B8375-1981 (Coil temperature; 20°C, without surge voltage suppresser at rated voltage).
Note 2: Shock resistance - - - -No malfunction from test using drop impact tester, to axis and right angle and armature, each one time when
energized and de-energized.
Vibration resistance - - No malfunction from test with 8.3 to 2000Hz 1 sweep, to axis and right angle direction of main valve and
armature, each one time when energized and de-energized. (Primary value).
Installation
WARNING
Ensure all air and power supplies are ISOLATED before commencing
installation.
Do not install these valves in explosive atmospheres.
If these valves are exposed to water or oil droplets, ensure that they
are protected.
If it is intended to energise a valve for an extended period, please con-
When you enquire about the product, please contact the following
sult SMC.
SMC Corporation:
If air leakage causes associated equipment to malfunction cease using
ENGLAND
Phone 01908-563888
valve and inspect for cause.
ITALY
Phone 02-92711
Check fixings while pressure and power are applied. Initial function
HOLLAND
Phone 020-5318888
and leakage tests should be performed after installation.
SWITZERLAND Phone 052-396 31 31
Install only once safety instructions have been read and understood.
SPAIN
Phone 945-184100
Coating. Warnings or specifications indicated on the product should
Phone 902-255255
not be erased, removed, or covered. If paint is applied to resin parts it
GREECE
Phone 01-3426076
may have an adverse effect due to solvent attack.
FINLAND
Phone 09-68 10 21
Should coating of valve be required, contact SMC for advice.
BELGIUM
Phone 03-3551464
2 position single
3 position closed centre
3 position pressure centre
Fig 1
Electrical connection L/M type plug connector (Fig 2)
1. Insertion: Push the connector straight onto the pins of the sole-
noid making sure the lip of the lever securely "locks" into the
groove of the solenoid cover.
2. Removal: Press the lever against the connector housing and pull
it away from solenoid.
VJ5000
VJ7000
Air
Air
0.15~0.7 (1.5~7.1)
0.15~0.7 (1.5~7.1)
0.1~0.7 (1~7.1)
0.1~0.7 (1~7.1)
0.15~0.7 (1~7.1)
0.15~0.7 (1~7.1)
Max. 50
Max. 50
Cover
25 or less
30 or less
Groove
40 or less
60 or less
5
5
3
3
Non-locking push type,
slotted locking type
slotted locking type
Individual pilot exhaust,
common exhaust for main
and pilot valve
and pilot valve
Not required
Not required
Free
Free
150/30
150/30
IP40
IP40
Fig 2
Connection/Disconnection of socket to connector (Fig 3)
Connection
Insert a socket complete with lead attached into square hole (marked
+, -) of connector. Push firmly until hook engages. Confirm engage-
ment by lightly pulling the lead.
Disconnection
To disconnect socket and lead assembly from the connector insert a
pin of approximately 1mm diameter into the hole in the connector,
located on the opposite side to the lever. Depress the hook on the
socket and withdraw. If the socket is to be re-used, gently spread the
hook of the socket.
TURKEY
Phone 212-2211512
GERMANY
Phone 6103-402-0
FRANCE
Phone 01-64-76-10-00
SWEDEN
Phone 08-603 07 00
AUSTRIA
Phone 02262-62-280
IRELAND
Phone 01-4501822
Socket
DENMARK
Phone 70 25 29 00
Hook
NORWAY
Phone 67-12 90 20
POLAND
Phone 48-22-6131847
PORTUGAL
Phone 02-610 8922
Fig 3
VJ5000 VJ7000 5 port
VJ3000 4 port/5 port
2 position single
2 position double
3 position exhaust centre
3 position closed centre
3 position pressure centre
Surge voltage protection circuit (Fig 4)
Cover
Groove
Fig 4
Pin
DC
Lever
Ensure that connections are made to the
terminals on the connector.
Pin
DC indicator
Pre-wired solenoids will have red leads connected to the +(plus) ter-
Socket
minal and black leads connected to the -(minus) terminal.
DXT170-71-1
Connector
WARNING
Hook
Incorrect connection may result in failure of diode or switching element.
Lead wire
Leakage voltage (Fig 5)
0.2~0.33mm
2
(Max. O.D.:
Note that when using a C-R device (surge voltage suppresser) for con-
ø1.7mm)
tact protection, the voltage leakage may increase due to the current
leakage flowing through the C-R device.
Suppress residual voltage leakage as follows:
DC Coil 3% or less of rated voltage
Switching element
OFF
Resister
Power
source
Current leakage
Fig 5
Flat cable manifold (Fig 7)
Type 21P
Connector
Lead wire
Fig 7
Wire each valve on the manifold to integral printed circuit board.
External connection is made by flat cable via a 26 pole MIL type
connector.
Internal wiring of manifold (Fig 6)
2 position double
12th station
3 position exhaust centre
12th
station
(Max. 12 stations)
Note: Terminal numbers are not indicated on the connector.
The terminal numbers indicated on the connection schematic of connector,
as shown in the reference, means a correlation of 1, 2, 3 . . . . . . . 26 from
the triangle mark side on the flat cable of connector.
• For manifolds of 5 stations or more both poles of the common should be wired.
• For single solenoid valves, connect to the B side coil.
Red
Fig 6
Diode
Coil
Black
Lubrication
These valves have been lubricated for life during manufacture and as
such require no further lubrication.
With indicator
CAUTION
LED
Coil
However, if a lubricant is to be used with a rubber seal type, a turbine
oil type #1, (ISO VG32) should be used. Continuous lubrication must
be carried out as the original lubricant will be washed away.
Manual override operation (Fig 8)
WARNING
(plus) and
(minus)
Exercise EXTREME CAUTION when operating a solenoid manual over-
ride as connected equipment will commence operation.
Ensure all safety measures are in place.
Non-locking push type (Fig 8)
1. Push down the manual override button (Orange), until it stops,
using a small-bladed screwdriver.
2. Hold this position for the duration of the check (ON position).
3. Release the button and the override will re-set to the OFF
position.
Slotted locking type (Fig 8)
To lock
1. Insert a small-bladed screwdriver into the slot and push the man-
ual override down until it stops.
2. Turn the override through 90° in the direction of the arrow (ON
position).
3. Remove screwdriver.
Voltage
Valve
leakage
Non-locking push type
Push in an arrow direction
Valve body
Type 32P
Slotted locking type
Push and turn. Can be used as
non-locking type if the
operator is just pushed without
turning.
Fig 8
4th station
3rd station
2nd station
1st station
Coil
Triangle mark
indicated position
Note) Connector
4th
3rd
2nd
1st
station
station
station
station
Triangle mark
Reference
WARNING
In this position the manual override is in the locked "ON" position.
To unlock
1. Insert small-bladed screwdriver into the slot of the manual
override.
2. Turn the screwdriver 90° in the reverse direction.
3. Remove the screwdriver, the manual override will re-set to the
"OFF" position.
Piping (Fig 9)
1. Ensure that the pipe is clean of swarf, cutting oil, dust etc.
2. When screwing the pipe of fitting into a port ensure that any
sealant is prevented from entering the valve. When using sealing
tape leave the first 1.5~2 threads free of tape.
Winding
direction
Seal tape
2 thread to be left exposed
Fig 9
Tightening thread portion
When installing fittings etc., tighten thread portion as follows:
1) M3, M5
1
In the case that you use SMC fittings etc., please tighten thread
as follows: First tighten it by hand, then give it an additional 1/4
turn for M3, 1/6 turn for M5 with a wrench. And in the case of
minutia fittings, tighten it by hand, then give it an additional 1/4
turn with wrench. Also universal elbow and universal tee which
have gaskets at two points, give it an additional 1/2 turn with the
Pilot valve
wrench. Note: Excessive tightening may damage the thread por-
tion or deform the gasket to cause air leakage. Also insufficient
tightening may have the thread loosened or cause air leakage.
2
In the case that you use fittings except SMC, please confirm the
instruction by that company.
2) Rc(PT) port
Tighten by applicable tightening torque level shown below.
Turn to the
Tightening torque
direction of
arrow mark.
Thread
Correct clamping torque
(kgf/cm) (N-m)
Rc:(PT)
1
/
70~90 (7~9)
8
Rc:(PT)
/
120~140 (12~14)
1
4
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