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AirTAC S3 Three-Port Control Valves

S3 family mechanical/manual head product references — Series product image

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Direct-acting 3/2 valves with 12 mechanical/manual control heads, M5/1/8/1/4 ports and...

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Parts lists

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Sourcing route & inquiry details

Direct-acting 3/2 valves with 12 mechanical/manual control heads, M5/1/8/1/4 ports and head-specific color and return rules. Send the full model or head photo, quantity and destination for a quotation.

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S3B

Basic

S3C

Long handle

S3D

Short handle

S3Y

Lever

S3R

Roller

S3L

Roller with free return

S3V

Vertical

S3PL

Latching · red only

S3PP

Protruding button · R/G/B

S3PF

Flat button · R/G/B

S3PM

Mushroom · R/G/B

S3HS

Selector · R/G/B

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Drawings & dimensions

Installation Drawings & Technical Specifications

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Technical reference

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S3 head, port, color and thread ordering matrix

Helpful for Model Matching:

Full S3 code or actual head photos
Head B/C/D/Y/R/L/V/PL/PP/PF/PM/HS and actual return behavior
M5/06/08, with M5 having no PT/G/NPT suffix
PP/PF/PM/HS color R/G/B; PL red only without color field
Head-specific reversal stroke, approach direction and mounting dimensions
Quantity and destination

Match correct head-specific drawing and applicable product list
Distinguish color G from thread G by head
Keep return and stroke limits separate
S3L right-to-left only

Catalogue Technical Specifications

AirTAC reference data

Function / actuation	3/2; external control direct acting; head-specific mechanical/manual control
Port / area / Cv	M5: 2.5 mm²/Cv 0.14; 06=1/8: 8.0/Cv 0.45; 08=1/4: 12.0/Cv 0.67
Operating pressure	0–1.0 MPa (0–145 psi)
Proof pressure	1.5 MPa (215 psi)
Temperature / body	−20 to +70°C; aluminum alloy
Spool reversal stroke	B/PF/PP/PM/PL/HS: 2.4–4.0 mm; R/L: 2.4–3.4 mm; V/C/D: 2.4–3.8 mm
Head stroke	PF/PP/PM: 3.8–5.4 mm; PL: 5.9–7.5; HS: 5.1–6.7; R: 5.5–7.8; L: 6.0–8.6; V: 3.4–4.8; C: 14.4–18.4; D: 7.4–9.4
Return / directional limits	Automatic: B/C/D/PM/PF/PP. Manual: HS/R. PL pressed then twist reset. S3L only right→left impact; reverse approach ineffective.
Medium / lubrication	Air filtered through 40 μm element; lubrication not required. Once lubricated, continue same medium; VG32 or equivalent.

Common Model Codes & Configurations:Useful for an RFQ

S3S3B-M5S3R-06-GS3PL-08-T

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Technical reference & selection notes

Ordering Codes, Fit Verification & Specifications

Specifications, installation dimensions, and ordering-code notes.

Ordering code matching

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Code format

S3[head]-[M5/06/08]-[color if applicable]-[G/T if applicable]Head, port, color where applicable, thread

S3B-M5S3R-06-GS3PL-08-TS3PM-06-R-GS3HS-08-B-T

1Control head	2Port	3Color	4Thread
Use actual head; return/stroke differ.	M5; 06=1/8; 08=1/4.	PP/PF/PM/HS: R red, G green, B black. PL: blank, red only; other heads have no color.	M5 no code; 06/08 blank PT, G, T=NPT; after color.

Avoid a wrong match

PL is red only without color code; PP/PF/PM/HS require R/G/B; do not add color to B/C/D/Y/R/L/V.
M5 has no PT/G/NPT suffix. For 06/08 the final G is thread unless the head has a color field; green G precedes thread G.
Do not assume automatic return for every head: use the published return list and confirm unlisted behavior.
Do not exceed reversal stroke. S3L actuates only from right to left; opposite impact does not switch.
Engineering-plastic control sets require manual operation; metal impact is forbidden by the installation note. Select the head and approach according to the application.
Separate control sets can be ordered, but use each published applicable-product list; no blanket interchangeability or safety emergency-stop claim.

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S3PM-06-R-G

B/C/D/Y/R/L/V/PL/PP/PF/PM/HSControl head

Use actual head; return/stroke differ.

M5/06/08Port

M5; 06=1/8; 08=1/4.

R/G/B where applicableColor

PP/PF/PM/HS: R red, G green, B black. PL: blank, red only; other heads have no color.

blank/G/TThread

M5 no code; 06/08 blank PT, G, T=NPT; after color.

Matching Questions

Does every S3 head return automatically?

No. The installation note lists B/C/D/PM/PF/PP automatic and HS/R manual. PL resets by turning after pressing. Send the head photo and required return behavior for confirmation.

Can I quote a color, control set or incomplete code?

Yes. Send full code, label or head photo, quantity and destination. PL is red only; PP/PF/PM/HS allow red/green/black. Separate control sets require their correct accessory code and applicable product list.

Include this series in a project RFQ

S3 Add other models, quantities, photos, drawings, or a BOM. One request can cover several product groups.

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COMPANION PRODUCTS

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Connect the air line

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PneuPart tube fittings

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Route the air supply

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PneuPart pneumatic tubing

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Prepare the air supply

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Air filters & regulators

Filter and regulate supply air. Confirm filtration, pressure range and flow requirements for the connected equipment.

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Planning a Complete Circuit or Multi-Item BOM?

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1Control head

2Port

3Color

4Thread

Use actual head; return/stroke differ.

M5; 06=1/8; 08=1/4.

PP/PF/PM/HS: R red, G green, B black. PL: blank, red only; other heads have no color.

M5 no code; 06/08 blank PT, G, T=NPT; after color.

Avoid a wrong match

PL is red only without color code; PP/PF/PM/HS require R/G/B; do not add color to B/C/D/Y/R/L/V.

M5 has no PT/G/NPT suffix. For 06/08 the final G is thread unless the head has a color field; green G precedes thread G.

Do not assume automatic return for every head: use the published return list and confirm unlisted behavior.

Do not exceed reversal stroke. S3L actuates only from right to left; opposite impact does not switch.

Engineering-plastic control sets require manual operation; metal impact is forbidden by the installation note. Select the head and approach according to the application.

Separate control sets can be ordered, but use each published applicable-product list; no blanket interchangeability or safety emergency-stop claim.

Matching Questions

Does every S3 head return automatically?

No. The installation note lists B/C/D/PM/PF/PP automatic and HS/R manual. PL resets by turning after pressing. Send the head photo and required return behavior for confirmation.

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AirTAC S3 Three-Port Control Valves

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