The solenoid operated directional control valves are in compliance with ATEX 94/9/CE standards and are suitable for the use in potentially explosive atmospheres, that fall within either the ATEX II 2GD for gas or for dust classification.

CERTIFICATE NUMBER: CEC II ATEX 076

Continental’s line of explosion proof, 4-way, directional control valves is available in 2 position spring offset, 2 position detent, 2 position spring centered and 3 position spring centered versions. Four spools are available: block center, open center, float center and tandem center.

The explosion proof solenoids are available in 12 VDC, 24 VDC and 120 VAC. The AC coil is equipped with a rectifier bridge. The DC coils have a built-in bi-directional diode for surge suppression.