
The AirTAC AirTAC 4V330C-10EI Solenoid Valve, 5/3-way, closed center, PT3/8, AC24V, grommet entry (4V330C10EI) is a genuine 5/3-way 5/3 double solenoid — closed center solenoid valve with 330C10EI 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-10EI is a 5/3-way double-solenoid pneumatic directional valve that controls double-acting cylinders and rotary actuators. At its center position, all ports are blocked, so the cylinder is held in place when neither solenoid is energised—this closed-center behavior is vital for applications that need mid-stroke stopping under balanced pressure. The valve ships with an AC24V coil drawing 5.0 VA and a pre-wired grommet entry with a 0.5 m flying lead, simplifying DIN-style electrical connection.
Built on the 4V300 aluminium-alloy body with 3/8-inch PT ports and 1/4-inch exhausts, this model delivers an effective area of 21.3 mm² (Cv 1.25) and a maximum cycling rate of 3 cycles per second. The sliding-spool design responds in 0.05 seconds or less, operates on filtered air from 0.15 to 0.8 MPa, and weighs 450 g. IP65-rated protection and an integrated manual override make it a robust choice for machine-tool and clamping circuits.
| Model | AirTAC 4V330C-10EI Solenoid Valve, 5/3-way, closed center, PT3/8, AC24V, grommet entry (4V330C10EI) |
|---|---|
| Series | 4V300 solenoid valve (spool type) |
| Valve type | 5/3-way |
| Function | 5/3 double solenoid — Closed center |
| Port size | 330C10EI |
| Exhaust port | 330C10EI |
| 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. |
| -330C10EI | 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 spool blocks all ports at rest, holding a clamp or press tool in position mid-cycle. This prevents drift on vertical axes while a secondary operation is performed.
On a pallet transfer line, the 4V330C-10EI stops a double-acting cylinder at an intermediate inspection station. All ports are sealed, keeping the load stationary until the next step signal arrives.
Used on a drilling or tapping unit to hold the feed cylinder at a precise depth. The 5/3 closed center maintains balanced pressure on both sides of the piston for stable positioning.
Choose the 4V330C-10EI when your double-acting cylinder needs to pause and hold position at mid-stroke without drifting—the closed center blocks all air paths at rest. If you need the rod to float freely when de-energised, switch to the 4V330E (exhaust center); for a force-balanced center, pick the 4V330P. For smaller bore cylinders around O32-40 mm, the 4V200 series with Cv 1.0 can reduce air consumption; for larger bores above O80 mm, step up to the 4V400 series (Cv 2.82) for faster fill.
When replacing an existing valve, match five points exactly: 4V300 body size, 5/3 closed-center function, 3/8-inch PT port thread, AC24V coil voltage, and grommet-style electrical entry. The 4V330C-10EI can be mounted as a single unit or ganged on a manifold base for multi-cylinder control.
Quick checklist
With an effective area of 21.3 mm² (Cv 1.25), this 5/3 closed-center valve suits double-acting cylinders approximately O50 to O80 mm. For a faster 5/2 circuit on the same bore, the 4V310 or 4V320 (Cv 1.65) provides higher flow.
The 'E' in the code designates an AC24V coil drawing 5.0 VA, and the 'I' suffix indicates a grommet-style electrical entry. It comes with a 0.5 m flying lead, allowing you to connect directly to a DIN connector or terminal strip without a separate terminal box.
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