SMC Solenoid Vendor?

[sircedric4]

We are wanting to use several single solenoid valves on our robot this year, but I am having a hard time finding more of the SMC single solenoids to purchase. (I prefer these over the FESTO ones)

A search on this board mentioned Motion Industries, but when I check there website they don't have the SY3140-6H-S solenoid as the part number is listed in the KOP checklist.

I have done extensive searching this morning and can't find a vendor for this part. I do find similar parts such as the SY3140-LOZ-S, which says it's a 12V solenoid and the picture looks similar to the KOP solenoid. My question is:

Where can I purchase more of these KOP solenoids, and if they're not available what would be an acceptable equivalent?

I can't imagine I'm the only person having this problem this year, so has anyone else already solved this problem? Thanks.

[Ben Piecuch]

Seeing as how it's an SMC Solenoid valve, I started with the SMC Corporation website. SMC Corporation (http://www.smcusa.com/)

Following their product descriptions, I found this (http://www.smcetech.com/CC_host/pages/custom/templates/smc_v2/prodtree_product_2.cfm?cc_nvl=((catalogCode,SMC),( lineCode,V_M_US),(productCode,1800),(prodtreeID,27 777),(nodeCode,1800))) page which lets you configure the exact solenoid valve you want. By choosing the correct options, I was able to recreate the SY3140-6H-S part number supplied in the kit of parts.

SMC probably has a distribution network, so you may be able to find a local distributor of their products. Armed with that part number, I think you'll find what you're looking for. Hope this helps.

Bengineer