Solidot C2 Series Bus Valve Island Selection Guide

The Solidot C2 Series Bus Valve Island encompasses both the C2S and C2P series. It is widely used in industrial automation due to its excellent ease of use and stability.

I. Valve Island Model Selection

1.First, determine whether to use the C2S (with M12 connector) or C2P (with RJ45 port) based on the communication interface. Then, select the required bus protocol, such as PN (PROFINET), EC (EtherCAT), EI (EtherNet/IP), etc. The specific options are shown in the chart below:

2.Determine the number of valve positions and the solenoid valve wiring method. The side wiring option is typically sufficient, as it is compatible with both single and double solenoid valves.

3.Select the required solenoid valve model. The chart below shows the brands and series currently compatible with the valve island. If your required model is not listed, please contact us. We will help find a compatible model based on the solenoid valve's dimensions, wiring method, and port position.

After completing the steps above, a preliminary valve island model can be generated. For example: A C2S valve island, with PN protocol, 10 positions with side wiring, paired with SMC SY5 series solenoid valves, corresponds to the model number: C2S-PN-10B-S02.

II. Valve Island Accessory Selection

1.Manifold Connectors: Select the connector pipe diameter, typically 8mm or 10mm. The standard configuration includes 1 air supply connector, 1 plug, and 4 exhaust silencers.

2.Solenoid Valve Outlet Connectors: These must be selected by consulting the relevant manual for the specific solenoid valve model. Typically, 1 solenoid valve requires 2 outlet connectors (Note: Models A09/A10 require 1). Common pairings are shown below for reference—

3.Blanking Plates: When the number of valve island positions exceeds the number of solenoid valves actually used (e.g., a 10-position valve island with only 8 solenoid valves installed), blanking plates must be used to cover the unused positions. This ensures sealing and prevents leakage.

III. Generating the Final List

After completing all the selection steps above, a complete configuration list can be generated, finalizing the selection process. An example is shown in the chart below:

This concludes the detailed selection guide for the Solidot C2 Series Bus Valve Island. Thank you for reading.