
The AirTAC AirTAC 4V330C-08E Solenoid Valve, 5/3-way, closed center, PT1/4, AC24V, terminal entry (4V330C08E) is a genuine 5/3-way 5/3 double solenoid — closed center solenoid valve with 330C08E ports and an effective area of 21.3 mm² (Cv 1.25). It is an internally piloted spool valve that directs compressed air to double-acting cylinders and actuators.
The AirTAC 4V330C-08E is a 5/3-way double-solenoid pneumatic directional valve engineered to stop a double-acting cylinder mid-stroke and hold it under pressure. When both solenoids are de-energized, the closed-center spool blocks all ports—inlet, cylinder A, cylinder B, and both exhausts—trapping air on both sides of the piston to resist movement from external forces.
Built on the 4V300 aluminum-alloy body, this model carries a 1/4-inch PT port configuration and is fitted with an AC24V coil drawing 5.0 VA. The 5/3 spool provides a 21.3 mm² effective area (Cv 1.25), suiting ~50–80 mm bore double-acting actuators that need intermediate stops. At 450 g, it includes a non-locking manual override and responds within 0.05 s, with IP65 protection for dusty or washdown environments.
| Model | AirTAC 4V330C-08E Solenoid Valve, 5/3-way, closed center, PT1/4, AC24V, terminal entry (4V330C08E) |
|---|---|
| Series | 4V300 solenoid valve (spool type) |
| Valve type | 5/3-way |
| Function | 5/3 double solenoid — Closed center |
| Port size | 330C08E |
| Exhaust port | 330C08E |
| Effective area (Cv) | 21.3 mm² (Cv 1.25) |
| 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 | 450 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 | 21.3 mm² |
|---|---|
| Flow coefficient | Cv 1.25 |
| 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. |
|---|---|
| 3 | Body size (4V300) — sets port & flow. |
| 3 | Function: 1 = single 5/2, 2 = double 5/2, 3 = 5/3. |
| -330C08E | Port thread: M5 / 06=1/8" / 08=1/4" / 10=3/8" / 15=1/2". |
Related: 4V310 (single), 4V320 (double), 4V330C/E/P (5/3 center). Add the voltage suffix when ordering.
The closed center holds a clamp cylinder at a precise force mid-stroke, preventing part movement during machining or welding operations on automated assembly lines.
Controls a lift cylinder that must stop and hold a pallet at an intermediate height on a conveyor transfer. The blocked center prevents the load from sagging while the next cycle is indexed.
Positions a pneumatic actuator at a specific stroke for repetitive testing. The 4V330C-08E holds the set position against fluctuating test forces, ensuring consistent sampling conditions.
Choose the 4V330C-08E when your double-acting cylinder must pause and hold position at any point in its stroke without drifting—the closed center blocks all air paths at rest. If you only need end-to-end motion, a 5/2 single (4V310) or double (4V320) is simpler and offers a higher Cv of 1.65. For smaller cylinders below ~40 mm bore, the 4V200 series (Cv 1.0) may be more economical; for larger bores above 80 mm, step up to the 4V400 (Cv 2.82).
To match an existing valve, verify five points: body size (4V300), function (5/3 closed-center), port size and thread (1/4-inch PT), coil voltage (AC24V), and electrical entry (terminal box). This valve also mounts on a standard 4V300 manifold base if you are building a multi-station valve group.
Quick checklist
In the de-energized center position, the spool seals the pressure port and both cylinder ports (A and B). This traps compressed air on both sides of a double-acting cylinder piston, holding it in place against moderate external loads. For suspended or safety-critical loads, always add a pilot-operated check valve or mechanical brake.
No. The 4V330C-08E is built with an AC24V coil (5.0 VA). Connecting it to a DC supply will burn the coil. If your control system outputs DC24V, order the 4V330C-08B variant, which uses a 3.0 W DC coil and is electrically compatible with standard PLC outputs.
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