Solenoid terminology

Solenoid valve vs solenoid actuator

In North America, the word "solenoid" often appears in searches for solenoid valves. A solenoid valve controls fluid or air flow. A solenoid actuator converts electrical energy into mechanical motion.

TAKAHA manufactures solenoids and electromagnetic actuator components for motion functions such as locking, latching, releasing, switching, and compact actuation.

Short answer

Is TAKAHA a solenoid valve manufacturer?

No. TAKAHA manufactures solenoids and electromagnetic actuator components for mechanical motion. A solenoid valve controls liquid, air, or gas flow; a solenoid actuator creates push, pull, rotary, locking, latching, release, or switching motion inside a product mechanism.

Solenoid Valve

  • Controls liquid, air, or gas flow
  • Often specified by port size, flow rate, pressure, and sealing material
  • Common in pneumatic, hydraulic, and fluid-control systems

Solenoid Actuator

  • Creates mechanical motion using electromagnetic force
  • Specified by voltage, stroke, force, duty cycle, heat, mounting, and lifecycle
  • Used in locks, releases, vending equipment, robotics, automation, and devices