The First Solenoid to Withstand Submersion and Water Ingression Up to IP-X9 September 25, 2006 - Westmont, IL - Magnet Schultz of America (MSA) has announced Spool-Lock, an innovative new solenoid that offers rigorous durability in harsh conditions faced by the mobile hydraulics industry. Spool-Lock is one of the first of its kind to withstand submersion and water ingression up to IP-X9. The rugged construction of the Spool-Lock also provides protection from severe temperature. "Durable parts are imperative to the mobile hydraulics industry, which include snowplows, off-highway vehicles, cranes, forklifts, frontloaders and more," said David Stockwell, President of MSA.
"Spool-Lock was designed to ensure continued performance in severe conditions that are common to these industries."
Spool-Lock advantages include:
- Submersible design to seal against water ingression, with a protection rating up to IP-X9
- Durable construction for continued operation in severe temperature
- Standard design rated at 12VDC with additional voltage levels available
- Working stroke of 3.6 mm
- Locking/holding pin diameter of 6.35 mm
- Direct mounting without the need for additional hardware
- 9/16-18 UNF-2A mounting thread standard (other threads available)
- 100% continuous duty cycle Magnet-Schultz of America has been providing high quality solenoid designs and complete sub-assemblies since 1955.
MSA is part of Magnet-Schultz Worldwide based in Germany - the world's largest independent manufacturer of high-quality solenoids and electromagnetic products.