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SMC Viper Valve: 3/8 in, Air to Spring, Fail Closed, PFA, 1/8 in NPT - High-Purity Pneumatically-Actuated Diaphragm Valves
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SMC Viper Valve: 3/8 in, Air to Spring, Fail Closed, PFA, 1/8 in NPT

The SMC Viper Valve is a high-purity pneumatically-actuated diaphragm valve with a 3/8 in size. It features air-to-spring actuator operation and a fail-closed position, with a PFA body and 1/8 in NPT ports. The valve…

SKU 3G-OTH-449933

Also listed as: LVQ40Z11N · LVQ40 Z11N

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Item
Viper Valve: 3/8 in, Air to Spring, Fail Closed, PFA, 1/8 in NPT
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High-Purity Pneumatically-Actuated Diaphragm Valves
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20 Woodlands Link #09-05, Singapore 738733
Phone
+65 8878 8355
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Same-day or next-business-day delivery within Singapore for in-stock items; 7–14 days for factory-order parts from Europe.
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
LVQ40-Z11N
Type
Air to Spring, Fail Closed, PFA
NPT
1/8 in
Actuator Operation
Air to Spring
Fail Safe Position
Fail Closed
Coefficient Of Volume
1.9

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Product Description

The SMC Viper Valve is a high-purity pneumatically-actuated diaphragm valve with a 3/8 in size. It features air-to-spring actuator operation and a fail-closed position, with a PFA body and 1/8 in NPT ports. The valve has a 1.9 Coefficient of Volume and is identified by manufacturer part number LVQ40-Z11N.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SMC Viper Valve used for?

The SMC Viper Valve is a high-purity pneumatically-actuated diaphragm valve used in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and chemical processing industries. It controls fluid flow with air-to-spring actuation and fail-closed safety, ensuring contamination-free operation in critical applications.

What are the specifications of the SMC Viper Valve LVQ40-Z11N?

The SMC Viper Valve LVQ40-Z11N has a 3/8 in size, PFA body, 1/8 in NPT ports, and a 1.9 Coefficient of Volume. It features air-to-spring actuator operation with fail-closed position. The SMC brand ensures reliable high-purity performance for demanding environments.

Where to buy the SMC Viper Valve worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the SMC Viper Valve LVQ40-Z11N worldwide. As a global industrial equipment distributor since 1990, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead time.

How to install the SMC Viper Valve?

Install the SMC Viper Valve by ensuring clean, dry air supply to the air-to-spring actuator. Mount the valve in the correct flow direction, connect 1/8 in NPT ports with compatible fittings, and verify fail-closed operation. Follow standard high-purity valve installation practices.

Used in

Common applications for SMC
Automotive assembly — SMC ZP3 flat vacuum pads for handling small components in pick-and-place robots
Semiconductor manufacturing — SMC ZM series vacuum generators with needle valves for precise wafer handling
Food packaging — SMC AW-D series filter regulators for clean compressed air in pneumatic actuators
General industrial automation — SMC AS2211F speed control valves for regulating cylinder speeds in conveyor systems
Vacuum conveying — SMC ZH series box-type vacuum generators for material transport in packaging lines
Machine tool coolant systems — SMC ZF series in-line filters to protect vacuum ejectors from debris

SMC Products

3G Electric supplies SMC high-purity pneumatically-actuated diaphragm valves. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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