Pneumatic Valves, Cylinders and Air Preparation
Solenoid and directional control valves, manifolds, cylinders, actuators and FRLs from ASCO, Numatics, Bimba, Parker, IMI Norgren and Festo. As an independent distributor we can match your part number or cross it to an equivalent.
Six core makers
ASCO, Numatics, Bimba, Parker, IMI Norgren and Festo.
Valves to cylinders
Valves, manifolds, cylinders, actuators, grippers and FRLs.
Legacy part numbers
Numatics and older series still requested by name.
Export details
We check coil voltage and NPT or BSPP threads before we quote.
Start here: which component?
Choose by the job the part does in your circuit.
| If you need to… | Component | Brands |
|---|---|---|
| Turn air or fluid on and off with an electrical signal | Solenoid valve | ASCO, Parker |
| Extend and retract a cylinder | Directional control valve (3/2, 5/2, 5/3) | Numatics, Festo, Norgren |
| Run many valves from one PLC network cable | Fieldbus valve manifold or valve terminal | Numatics G3, Festo |
| Push, pull or lift in a compact space | Round-body or compact cylinder | Bimba, Parker |
| Move a load along a long stroke | Rodless cylinder | Bimba, Festo |
| Rotate, clamp or grip | Rotary actuator or gripper | Bimba, Festo |
| Clean, regulate and lubricate the air supply | FRL (filter, regulator, lubricator) | Norgren, Parker, Numatics |
Pneumatic brands we source
Jealco is an independent distributor for these lines. Product lists are the maker's main types; ask for anything not shown.
Bimba
- Original Line round-body cylinders
- Rodless cylinders
- Rotary actuators
- Grippers
- Pneumatic valves
- Vacuum products
Bimba was founded in Illinois in 1957 by Charlie Bimba, whose Original Line stainless round-body cylinder is still its best-known product. Bimba has been part of IMI since 2018.
Bimba cylinders are specified by part number, which encodes bore, stroke and mounting. Send it and we will match it.
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ASCO
- Solenoid valves
- Directional control valves
- Valve manifolds
- Air preparation (FRLs)
- Cylinders and actuators
- Fieldbus electronics
ASCO, founded in 1888 and part of Emerson since 1985, is known above all for solenoid valves used across manufacturing, food and beverage, packaging and process industries.
Emerson combined ASCO with Numatics in 2008, and the ASCO catalog now carries both lines.
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Numatics
- Mark 8 and Mark 3 directional control valves
- G3 fieldbus valve manifolds
- ISO 15407-2 and ISO 5599-2 valves
- Solenoid and pilot valves
- Cylinders
- FRLs
Emerson acquired Numatics in 2005 and merged it with ASCO in 2008. Numatics valves are still widely installed, and the Mark 8, Mark 3, G3 and ISO series are still requested by name.
Whether your label reads Numatics or ASCO Numatics, send the model or catalog number and we will confirm the current part or a direct replacement.
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Parker Hannifin
- Pneumatic cylinders
- Directional control valves
- Air preparation
- Fittings and tubing
- Rodless and guided actuators
- Repair parts
Parker Hannifin, founded in Cleveland in 1917, makes a broad range of pneumatic components for automation, packaging and vehicle applications, from cylinders and valves to air preparation, fittings and tubing.
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IMI Norgren
- Cylinders and actuators
- Directional control valves
- Precision regulators
- Air preparation (FRLs)
- Valve manifolds and fieldbus
- Process and hazardous-area valves
IMI sells pneumatic and fluid control products under the Norgren, Buschjost and Maxseal names, and Bimba is part of the same group.
Norgren is widely known for air preparation and regulators; Buschjost and Maxseal cover process and hazardous-area valves.
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Festo
- Cylinders and actuators
- Directional control valves
- Valve terminals and manifolds
- Air preparation
- Electric drives
- Sensors and accessories
Festo, founded in 1925 in Esslingen, Germany and still family-owned, makes pneumatic and electric automation components, including valve terminals with built-in fieldbus control.
Festo part numbers and type codes are specific; send both from the label and we will match them.
Request a QuoteReplacing a valve or cylinder: what to send us
The part number does most of the work. For export orders, a few details matter more.
Part number
The full model or catalog number from the label. A photo helps.
Coil voltage
For solenoid valves: for example 24 V DC, 110/120 V AC or 220/230 V AC, and 50 or 60 Hz.
Port threads
NPT (common in North America) or BSPP/G (common elsewhere). They do not interchange.
Valve function
3/2, 5/2 or 5/3, and whether it is spring or detent return.
Cylinder size
Bore, stroke, mounting style and rod end.
Manifold or base
Whether the valve mounts on a manifold, subbase or inline.
Other pneumatic brands
We also source pneumatic components from SMC, Aventics, ARO (Ingersoll Rand), Camozzi and EMC, among others. As an independent distributor we are not tied to one maker's catalog, and we regularly find parts for older machines. Send the part number or specifications.
Pneumatic components FAQ
What is the difference between a solenoid valve and a directional control valve?
A solenoid valve is operated by an electric coil. A directional control valve is defined by its job: it routes air to different ports to move a cylinder or actuator. Many directional control valves are solenoid-operated, but they can also be operated by hand, by air pilot or mechanically. One term describes how the valve is operated; the other describes what it does in the circuit.
What do 3/2, 5/2 and 5/3 mean on a valve?
The first number is the number of ports and the second is the number of positions. A 3/2 valve has three ports and two positions and typically runs a single-acting cylinder. A 5/2 valve runs a double-acting cylinder. A 5/3 valve adds a center position that can block, exhaust or pressurize the cylinder ports.
Should I choose a standard or a rodless cylinder?
A standard cylinder pushes a rod out of its body, so it needs clear space beyond the body for the full stroke. A rodless cylinder moves a carriage along its body, so the travel stays within the cylinder's own length. Rodless cylinders save space on long strokes; standard cylinders are simpler and usually lower in cost.
What is an FRL, and why does my system need one?
FRL stands for filter, regulator and lubricator. The filter removes water, oil and particles from the compressed air, the regulator holds a steady working pressure, and the lubricator adds oil mist where components need it. Dirty or wet air is a common cause of early valve and cylinder failure.
What is the difference between a fieldbus valve terminal and a standard manifold?
A standard manifold puts several valves on one air supply but wires each valve separately. A fieldbus valve terminal has a communication module built in, so the whole bank of valves runs from one network cable to the PLC. Fieldbus saves wiring and eases diagnostics on larger machines; a standard manifold is often the economical choice for a few valves.
Can you still supply Numatics valves?
Yes. Numatics is part of ASCO (Emerson), and Mark 8, Mark 3, G3 and ISO series valves are still available. Send the model or catalog number from the label and we will confirm the current part, a direct replacement, or an equivalent from another line.
Which pneumatic brands does Jealco source?
ASCO, Numatics, Bimba, Parker, IMI Norgren and Festo, plus SMC, Aventics, ARO, Camozzi and EMC. We can source other brands on request, including parts for older machines.
Send the part number, the voltage and the threads
The full part number from the label, the coil voltage and frequency, and the port thread standard. We will confirm the part or a direct replacement.