Norgren P68F-NGA-NNN Valves & Flow Control - 3-17 bar

Soft-start dump action provides a controlled release of downstream pressure during machine start-up. This mitigates surge forces, protects downstream actuators, and reduces wear on valves and hoses, delivering longer component life for demanding automation lines. Application-wise, it is especially beneficial on high-speed packaging lines and automated conveyors where startup resilience is critical. Air-pilot / spring-return actuation delivers a reliable reset after venting, ensuring repeatable start-up behavior even after rapid cycling. This translates to shorter set-up times, improved line availability, and lower maintenance intervention on busy production floors. Application domains include pick-and-place cells and palletizing stations where consistent re-arm sequences are required. The 3/2 valve operation with a forward flow of 147 dm3/sec (312 scfm) enables fast venting and stable pressure ramp during start-up. The improved flow supports shorter cycle times and increased throughput, reducing bottlenecks in continuous production lines. Typical applications are high-throughput automotive, consumer electronics assembly, and process automation where timing is critical. Constructed with an aluminium body and nitrile rubber elastomers, the valve offers robust durability and chemical compatibility in challenging manufacturing environments. This reduces maintenance costs and minimizes unscheduled downtime caused by wear or seal degradation. Applications span metalworking, plastics processing, and food & beverage lines where reliability and cleanability matter. Without a yoke, the P68F-NGA-NNN provides mounting flexibility, and compatible accessories Y68A-6GN-N1N/N2N (yoke assemblies) plus mounting options 18-001-978/979 (wall brackets) simplify retrofit and OEM integration. This enables faster installation, easier field upgrades, and improved fault-tolerance on evolving automation architectures. Operating pressure from 3 to 17 bar and operating temperature range -20 to 80 °C give broad applicability across environments and equipment families. This versatility supports cross-plant standardization, reduces spare-part inventories, and enhances supplier negotiation power with a single, well-supported solution for multiple lines.