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Miniature valve technology reduces energy consumption by 75%

The traditional design principle comprising of a single actuation armature driven by a wound coil has not changed since it's invention two hundred years ago.

14/09/2012 16:07:22

The TwinPower valve from recognised industry experts Bürkert is different; it uses rocker technology rather than the more familiar plunger type actuation and has two compact coils that operate the valve with a minimal holding current, effective after just 100ms, the result is a 75% reduction in energy usage.

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Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.