
The AirTAC AirTAC 4V230E-08EI Solenoid Valve, 5/3-way, exhaust center, PT1/4, AC24V, grommet entry (4V230E08EI) is a genuine 5/3-way 5/3 double solenoid — exhaust center solenoid valve with 230E08EI ports and an effective area of 13.6 mm² (Cv 0.8). It is an internally piloted spool valve that directs compressed air to double-acting cylinders and actuators.
The 4V230E-08EI is a 5/3-way double-solenoid pneumatic directional valve built on the mid-flow 4V200 body. When both coils are de-energised, the spool moves to the exhaust center position—both cylinder ports A and B are connected to exhaust while the inlet is blocked. This lets a double-acting cylinder float freely, which is ideal for manual positioning or applications where the actuator must not hold pressure at rest.
This model ships with a pre-wired grommet entry and a 0.5 m flying lead, powered by an AC24V coil drawing 5.0 VA. The 5/3 spool delivers an effective area of 13.6 mm² (Cv 0.8) and a maximum cycling rate of 3 cycles per second, suiting ~Ø32–50 mm double-acting cylinders. Response time is 0.05 s or less, and the IP65-rated aluminium body weighs 360 g.
| Model | AirTAC 4V230E-08EI Solenoid Valve, 5/3-way, exhaust center, PT1/4, AC24V, grommet entry (4V230E08EI) |
|---|---|
| Series | 4V200 solenoid valve (spool type) |
| Valve type | 5/3-way |
| Function | 5/3 double solenoid — Exhaust center |
| Port size | 230E08EI |
| Exhaust port | 230E08EI |
| Effective area (Cv) | 13.6 mm² (Cv 0.8) |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Pilot type | Internal / external pilot |
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 0.8 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.2 MPa |
| Max frequency | 3 cycle/sec |
| Response time | ≤ 0.05 s (activating) |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Body material | Aluminum alloy |
| Weight | 360 g |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC 4V series datasheet. Lubrication not required. Confirm coil voltage and thread (PT / NPT / G) against the product label before wiring.
| Effective area | 13.6 mm² |
|---|---|
| Flow coefficient | Cv 0.8 |
| Response time | ≤ 0.05 s |
| Coil power | AC 4.5 VA · DC24V 3.0 W · DC12V 2.5 W |
| Protection / insulation | IP65 (DIN40050), B-class |
| Voltage options | DC24V, DC12V, AC110V, AC220V |
| Manual override | Yes (locking / non-locking) |
Size the valve so effective area / Cv is not the bottleneck for your cylinder bore and speed. Undersized valves slow the actuator. Note 5/3 (center) versions have a smaller effective area than the 5/2 of the same body size.
| 4V | Solenoid valve, spool type, 4-series. |
|---|---|
| 2 | Body size (4V200) — sets port & flow. |
| 3 | Function: 1 = single 5/2, 2 = double 5/2, 3 = 5/3. |
| -230E08EI | Port thread: M5 / 06=1/8" / 08=1/4" / 10=3/8" / 15=1/2". |
Related: 4V210 (single), 4V220 (double), 4V230C/E/P (5/3 center). Add the voltage suffix when ordering.
The exhaust center depressurises both cylinder ports at idle, allowing an operator to manually slide a clamp or fixture into position before the next automatic cycle starts.
Controls a double-acting gate on a conveyor. When de-energised, the gate floats, letting packages push through gently without pneumatic resistance.
Suits assembly jigs where a cylinder must advance under power but be freely movable by hand during part loading and unloading, improving ergonomics and cycle flexibility.
Choose the 4V230E-08EI when your circuit requires a 5/3 exhaust-center function on a 1/4" PT port. The exhaust center is the right pick if the cylinder must be depressurised and free to move when the valve is idle—common in manual load-assist or clamping stations where the tool is repositioned by hand. If you need the cylinder to hold position at center, select the closed-center 4V230C instead; for both sides pressurised at center, use the pressure-center 4V230P.
For smaller Ø20–32 mm cylinders, the 4V100 series (Cv 0.6) is a lighter, more compact alternative. For faster cycling or larger Ø50–63 mm bores, step up to the 4V300 body (Cv 1.65). When replacing an existing valve, match five points: 4V200 body size, 5/3 exhaust-center function, 1/4" port with PT thread, AC24V coil voltage, and grommet-style electrical entry.
Quick checklist
In the center (de-energised) position, the inlet port is blocked and both cylinder ports A and B are connected to exhaust. This depressurises both sides of a double-acting cylinder, allowing the piston rod to be moved freely by an external force—often called a 'float' condition.
With an effective area of 13.6 mm² (Cv 0.8) and a 3 cycles/sec max frequency, it is well matched to double-acting cylinders in the ~Ø32–50 mm range. The AC24V coil draws 5.0 VA and the grommet entry provides a 0.5 m pre-wired lead for direct connection without a terminal box.
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