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Originally Posted by CloakAndDagger
... I'm not sure that a solenoid actually qualifies as a valve, because (As I understand it) a valve contains or limits pressure, whereas a solenoid simply directs it one direction or another, without limiting it in any way.
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I've been cringing at this terminology/usage all year.
A 'solenoid' is a controlled magnetic field. We use a solenoid to move a piece of iron magnetically that operates an air valve.
I sometimes refer to them as 'solenoid air valves' just so the people that call them 'solenoids' will understand, but yes, they are definitely air valves.
And if you have two plumbed together on your robot to operate two cylinders, I encourage you to separate them before your next inspection.