Solenoid valve control

[sudhannair]

Can I control solenoid valves using 9401 module?

Are there any actuators compatible with 9401 module? Looking for a two port valve.

[santo_13]

No, 9401 is a digital signalling module and cannot directly drive high loads such as an actuator like solenoid or relay.

You need a relay module such as 9485 or 9482 to control solenoids.

If you cannot purchase a new c-series module and must use the 9401, you've to purchase solenoid driver modules to interface between the 9401 and the solenoid.

[sudhannair]

Thanks Santhosh for the reply.

I have a relay module with me which i am attaching below.

will I be able to use this relay module?

if 9401 is not fine. I have a ni 6036e card attached to the pcle lane in my computer. Can I use this card ? 

[santo_13]

Yes, that relay module can interface between 9401 or 6036E and your solenoid.

[sudhannair]

Ok awesome. Thank you so much for the help.

My next question is which actuator and valve assembly is compatible with either 9401 or 6306e.

I have checked a few valves from VICI and SMC but I am unsure which actuator and cables I should be using.

[santo_13]

Unfortunately, the devices you mention of has only electrical specifications, it would be your responsibility to check the electrical requirements of any actuator or valve assembly.

[sudhannair]

Yes I get it. Will I be able to use an adapter to convert 64 pin connector to rs232 connector or DB9 connector. 

These 2 connectors are common in actuators.

Regarding valves I get it. It’s something I have to figure out.

[santo_13]

If you have got a valve or actuator selected, we could help evaluate the feasibility and suggest an electrical connection with your NI hardware.

[sudhannair]

I am planing on vici valves 2 position control actuator with high speed. which has an rs232 or rs485 connection.

I have attached the link below for the actuator.

https://www.vici.com/act/mic.php

I am choosing a low pressure valve  which has 1/8th inch tubing. am attaching there link below for reference.

please let me know how to do the electrical connection?

[santo_13]

Since the Vici valve uses RS232, you no longer need the 9401, you can directly connect the RS232 cable to your PC instead of the cDAQ/cRIO. If your PC does not have an RS232 port, you can get a USB-RS232 convertor.