5/2-Way Solenoid Directional Control Valve is an industrial spare component used for Actuation of double-acting pneumatic air cylinders (ISO 15552, MAL, compact). STARNEX Industrial Spares supplies this replacement component in Kenya with technical sourcing support across East Africa. Before ordering, confirm the required dimensions, connection standards, and equipment model with our technical sales team.
5/2-Way Solenoid Directional Control Valve
5/2-Way Solenoid Directional Control Valve is an industrial spare component used for Actuation of double-acting pneumatic air cylinders (ISO 15552, MAL, compact). STARNEX Industrial Spares supplies this replacement component in Kenya with technical sourcing support across East Africa. Before ordering, confirm the required dimensions, connection standards, and equipment model with our technical sales team.
Functional engineering application
The 5/2-Way Solenoid Directional Control Valve (MPN: BLX-DCV-4100) is built for continuous-duty industrial piping, holding pressure, temperature, and cycling loads in factory installations across Kenya and East Africa.
Quotation & fulfilment
Parametric technical attributes
| Generic BLX-DCV-4100 | |
| IDENTIFICATION | |
| Component Type | 5/2-Way Solenoid Directional Control Valve |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Generic |
| Part Number (MPN) | BLX-DCV-4100 |
| Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) | STX-BLX-BLXDCV4100 |
| TECHNICAL PARAMETERS | |
| Valve Function | 5-Port 2-Position (5/2-Way) Single Solenoid |
| Operating Medium | Filtered compressed air (40 µm lubrication optional) |
| Response Time | < 25 ms |
| Max Operating Frequency | 5 cycles/second |
| Enclosure Rating | IP65 (Dust-tight and water-jet resistant) |
| CONSTRUCTION & CONNECTION | |
| Port Connection Size | G 1/4" Female BSP (Inlet, Cylinder, Exhaust) |
| Electrical Connection | DIN 43650B Connector with LED indicator |
| Body Material | Extruded Anodized Aluminum Alloy |
| PERFORMANCE & RATINGS | |
| Operating Pressure Range | 0.15 - 0.8 MPa (1.5 - 8.0 bar / 21 - 114 psi) |
| Proof Pressure | 1.2 MPa (12 bar) |
| Flow Rate (Cv / Qn) | Cv = 0.89 (Qn = 800 Nl/min) |
| Standard Solenoid Voltages | 24V DC / 230V AC (50/60 Hz) |
| Power Consumption | 3.0W (DC) / 4.5VA (AC) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +60°C |
| COMPLIANCE & LOGISTICS | |
| Stock Availability | In Stock — Enterprise Rd, Nairobi |
| KRA Tax Status | Official KRA E-TIMS Tax Invoice Available |
System fitment & verified replacements
Verified interchangeable models
- Festo VUVS
- SMC SY5120
- Airtac 4V210
Commonly installed on equipment from
Common questions on this part
A 5/2-way valve has five ports and two positions, specifically designed to control double-acting cylinders by alternately pressurizing and exhausting both cylinder chambers. A 3/2-way valve has three ports and controls single-acting cylinders or spring-return actuators.
Yes. The BLX-DCV-4100 shares the standard 4V210 footprint and can be mounted individually or installed on modular 2 to 10-station aluminum manifold bases for compact cabinet wiring.
The manual override button can be pressed momentarily for instantaneous actuation or pressed and rotated 90 degrees to lock the spool in the energized position during system commissioning.
Yes. STARNEX stocks interchangeable 24VDC, 110VAC, and 230VAC DIN solenoid coils with LED connectors at our Nairobi trade counter.
Yes. Standard pneumatic valves are in stock on our shelves for immediate trade counter collection or courier dispatch across Kenya.
