A fill and bleed circuit is a combination of pneumatic valve components used to inflate a volume or apparatus in one controllable function, and to release or vent pressure in a second controllable function. Fill and Bleed Circuits are commonly used in many applications where a particular pressure, firmness, or position can be controlled with […]
New valve family opens additional application possibilities
By Paul J. Heney and Mary Gannon Cincinnati-based Clippard Instrument Lab created its EV line of valves in 1973. The company’s workhouse pneumatic valves have seen a lot over their lifetime—video games like Pong have evolved into lifelike realty games and mobile phones the size of loaves of bread are now compact, thin devices that […]
Clippard Announces New President and Board Members
The Board of Directors at Clippard Instrument Laboratory announce the appointment of William L. Clippard, III as Chairman of the Board, Robert L. Clippard as Vice Chairman of the Board, and John Campbell as President, reporting to the board. Founded in 1941 by Leonard Clippard and incorporated in 1946, Clippard Instrument Laboratory has long been […]
PQ-FV In-Line Flow Controls from Clippard
Clippard’s new PQ-FV In-Line Flow Controls can be easily added to existing circuitry and are lightweight and compact in size. Since it is a tube-to-tube connection, in-line flow controls may be installed as a meter-in or meter-out device. The PQ-C Elbow Controls are ideal for low cost and lightweight applications when mounting directly to an […]
GV-GTV Series High Flow Poppet Valves from Clippard
Clippard’s GV series valves offer a bubble tight design with high flow rates of 38 scfm @ 50 psig; 67 scfm @ 100 psig. These compact 2-way and 3-way valves are offered in 1/4” NPT and 3/8” push-quick ports along with a cartridge mounted version. With Clippard’s versatile 15/32-32 nose thread, a large variety of […]
Clippard HV-HTV Toggle & Stem Valve Series
Available in 3-way and 4-way configurations, Clippard’s new HV-HTV valves feature the same benefits available with other Minimatic brass valves: proven reliability, compact size, economical pricing, precision machining and more. These valves feature #10-32 inlet and outlet ports and are available as toggle or stem actuated, in addition to offering cartridge styles. Flows to 15 […]
Clippard Minimatic 2-Way High Flow Electronic Valves
Clippard Minimatic Electronic valves and manifolds provide a complete system for efficient interface with electric and electronic circuits for many applications. The standard models provide an air flow of 1.4 scfm @ 100 psig, more than twice the flow of Clippard’s trusted EC/EV/ET valve series. Optional 1.1 scfm @ 50 psig and 0.95 scfm @ […]
Clippard Instrument Laboratory Names Company Vice Presidents
The Board of Directors at Clippard announce the career promotion of William A. Clippard, Vice President of Operations; Jennifer Clippard-Caunin, Vice President of Human Resources; and Robert S. Clippard, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Founded in 1941 by Leonard Clippard and incorporated in 1946, Mr. Clippard’s sons, William L. Clippard III, President, and Robert […]
Clippard Introduces Analytical Electronic Valves
Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc. introduces the new Analytical Series electronic valves. Available in 2-way or 3-way, normally closed or fully ported, the valves are designed for the specific needs of the analytical industry, and for applications where cleanliness is especially important. The “A-E” Series pneumatic valves utilize a unique patented valve system that has been […]
Clippard’s new stepper-controlled proportional valve for critical applications
Clippard Instrument Laboratories’s high-flow stepper-controlled proportional valve uses the most robust linear actuator with acme lead screw, making it a clear standout in terms of performance and durability. The proportional valve is ideal for critical applications such as analytical, medical and industrial automation as well as gas delivery. It also has potential application for anesthesia […]
