Five Way Air Pilot Operated Valves

5 way air pilot operated valves direct compressed air between five ports to control the extension and retraction of double-acting cylinders and actuators. Actuated entirely by a pneumatic pilot signal rather than an electrical solenoid, they are well suited to remote locations, hazardous areas, and ATEX-classified environments where electrical power is unavailable or restricted.

Each valve features a pressure supply port (P), two actuator ports (A and B), and two exhaust ports (EA and EB). When a pilot signal is applied, the internal spool shifts to redirect airflow, driving the actuator in the required direction while exhausting the opposite side.

M04 Monostable

M14 Monostable


Monostable Configuration

Our range currently features monostable (spring return) 5 way air pilot operated valves. In a monostable design, the spool returns to its default spring-biased position when the pilot signal is removed, making it the right choice for applications where the actuator must fail to a known safe position.

Typical Applications

5 way air pilot operated valves are widely used across industrial automation, process control, packaging, food and beverage, and oil and gas. Common uses include controlling pneumatic cylinders, operating actuated process valves, and building pneumatic control panels in hazardous areas.

Selecting the Right Valve

Key considerations when choosing a 5 way air pilot operated valve include pilot pressure range, flow rate (Cv), port size, maximum operating pressure, and seal material compatibility. If you are unsure which valve best suits your application, our technical team is happy to advise.

Browse our M04 and M14 monostable valves above, or contact us on 01443 772500 or sales@measuremonitorcontrol.com for assistance.

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+44 (0) 1443 772500 / 02922 780798

Red Dragon Limited T/A
Measure Monitor Control
Unit 15 Abergorki Industrial
Estate
Ynyswen Road
Treorchy
South Wales
CF42 6DL
United Kingdom
EORI: GB791056521000

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