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D igital Valve Control Module ( VCM)

VCM Se r ie s
■ Up to six network-controlled pilot valves

■ LED valve status indicators

■ Threaded end connections for inlet, outlets, and exhaust

■ Integrates easily with conventional or Swagelok® modular platform component (MPC) systems

■ DeviceNet™ network interface

■ IP64 ingress protection

2 Valve Control Module

Valve Control Module (VCM)

The Swagelok® VCM uses a sophisticated control and No Proximity
Sensor Interface
monitoring system to operate up to six pneumatic stream
selecting valves or other discrete valves. This compact
system reduces complicated cabling and minimizes overall
power consumption.

Features
■ 300 series stainless steel construction.
■ Network-controlled automatic valve actuation.
■ Indicator LEDs for pilot valve state, network status, and
module status.
■ Threaded end connections for inlet, outlets, and exhaust;
push-to-connect fittings available for 1/8 in. plastic tubing.
■ UL certified for use in hazardous areas. Terminal Strip Proximity Terminal Strip
■ Proximity sensor interface option to ensure proper valve Sensor Interface Proximity Sensor
(shown enlarged, without Interface With
actuation. sealed enclosure) Sealed Enclosure

Operation
The schematic shows the powered-off state—all valves are closed. For complete information on VCM
setup and operation, see the Swagelok Valve Control Module User’s Manual, MS-13-221.

Network interface and

module power

Inlet IN
Optional
proximity
sensors

Outlet 1

Outlet 2

Outlet 3

Internal
controller

Outlet 4

Outlet 5
Pilot valve closed.
Outlet connected to
exhaust EXH

Outlet 6 Pilot valve open.

Outlet connected to
inlet IN

Exhaust EXH
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Technical Data
Operating Medium Approvals / Compliance Electromagnetic Compatibility
Compressed air, lubricated or ■ Class I, Division 2, Groups C, D. ■ EN 61326-1:2006
unlubricated, 40 µm filtration Temperature class T4A ■ RF Emissions: EN 55011
■ ANSI/ISA 12.12.01 ■ ESD Immunity: EN 61000-4-2
Operating Pressure Range
■ UL 61010-1 ■ RF Immunity: EN 61000-4-3
40 to 116 psig (2.8 to 7.9 bar)
■ CSA C22.2 No. 213-M ■ EFT Immunity: EN 61000-4-4
Operating Temperature ■ CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 ■ Conducted Immunity:
23 to 122°F (–5 to 50°C) ■ DeviceNet Conformance Tested®, EN 61000-4-6
vendor ID 1165
Storage Temperature Proximity Sensor Interface
–4 to 140°F (–20 to 60°C) Vibration / Shock Resistance Options
■ Vibration: sinusoidal 9 to 200 Hz, 5 g ■ No interface, IP64
Power acceleration ■ Terminal strip with sealed enclosure,
■ Voltage input: 11 to 28 V (dc) ■ Vibration: random 20 to 500 Hz, IP64
■ Maximum current draw: 310 mA (dc) 15.5 g average acceleration
at 24 V (dc) ■ Shock: pulse 70 m/s2 (7.2 g)

Dimensions
Dimensions, in inches (millimeters), are for reference only and are subject to
change.

3.26
(82.8)

1.76
(44.7)

2.33
(59.2)

1.76
(44.7)

2.55 5.33
(64.8) (140)
3.21 6.17
(81.5) (157)
3.70
(94.0)

Ordering Information
Select an ordering number. Push-to-connect fittings, used to
attach 1/8 in. plastic tubing to the inlet,
Proximity Sensor outlet, and exhaust connections, are
Interface Ordering Number
available separately. See page 4.
No interface SS-VCM-D-6-0
Terminal strip with
SS-VCM-D-6-2
sealed enclosure
Accessories Maintenance Kits
There are no field-maintainable components within the
Push-to-Connect Fittings VCM. Contact your authorized Swagelok representative for
This kit contains eight 10-32 face-seal push-to-connect assistance.
fittings to be used when using 1/8 in. plastic tubing with the Replacement enclosure hardware kits are available.
VCM.
Ordering number: MS-VCM-KIT2 Enclosure Hardware
This kit contains the components used to attach and seal
the terminal strip enclosure included with the SS-VCM-D-6-2
model. The contents of the kit are included with that model
when shipped from the factory.
■ 6 screws
■ 6 washers
■ 1 interface cover gasket
■ 6 acorn nuts
■ 6 cable gland O-rings
■ 6 cable glands
Ordering number: MS-VCM-KIT1

Safe Product Selection Warranty Information

When selecting a product, the total system design must Swagelok products are backed by The Swagelok Limited
be considered to ensure safe, trouble-free performance. Lifetime Warranty. For a copy, visit swagelok.com or contact
Function, material compatibility, adequate ratings, your authorized Swagelok representative.
proper installation, operation, and maintenance are the
responsibilities of the system designer and user.
Swagelok—TM Swagelok Company
DeviceNet, DeviceNet Conformance Tested—TM ODVA
Caution: Do not mix or interchange parts with those of © 2012 Swagelok Company
other manufacturers. Printed in U.S.A., AGS
MS-02-435, R1