Brahma E6 and E11 Solenoid Valves — Reliable Control for Light Oil, Gasoline, Water and Steam
The Brahma E6 and E11 series consists of normally closed, fast-acting solenoid valves, designed to operate with a wide range of media, including light fuel oil, kerosene, gasoline, water, and steam. These valves are ideal for residential and industrial systems that demand tight sealing, fast operation, and reliable electrical connection.
Applications
The E6 and E11 valves are available in several versions tailored to specific fluids:
- No suffix — for light oil
- “K” version — for kerosene
- “N” version — for gasoline
- “V” version — for water and steam
They operate on 230V / 50Hz AC and ensure fast and safe switching within 1 second. Suitable applications include burners, boilers, steam generators, fuel delivery systems, and storage tank installations.
Technical Specifications
| Power supply | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Power consumption | 18.5 VA |
| Opening/closing time | ≤1 second |
| Ambient temperature | 0–60 °C (up to 80–140 °C depending on media) |
| Operating pressure | up to 35 bar |
| Body material | Brass |
| Connections | G1/4″, G3/8″, G1/2″ |
Installation Guidelines
Installation must follow European safety standards such as EN 60335-1. Key considerations include:
- Proper grounding of the valve body for shock protection
- Flow direction must match the arrow on the housing
- Filter (mesh ≤ 0.5 mm) should be installed on the inlet
- Hex tool must be used during pipe installation
- Foreign particles must be kept out of the valve interior
Series Overview
These valves are also classified by coil type and fluid compatibility. Example markings include:
- E6N*1/4*A3C — for gasoline, G1/4″ thread, coil A, cable 3C
- E11V*25*AFD — for steam, 2.5 mm nozzle, DIN cable FD
Advantages of Brahma E6 / E11 Valves
- Extremely fast switching time (≤1s)
- Normally closed for enhanced safety
- Wide compatibility with fluids: oil, gasoline, steam
- Compact, space-saving construction
- Certified to DIN EN 264 and EN 60335 standards
Conclusion
The Brahma E6 and E11 valves are trusted and efficient components for fluid flow control in both domestic and industrial environments. Their rapid actuation, durable design, and wide range of configurations make them suitable for even the most demanding fuel or steam control applications. You can explore the full range of Brahma solenoid valves and browse through the entire product catalog in the store’s control systems section.