WAIRCOM, established in 1957, stands as a leading Italian manufacturer specialising in pneumatic automation components. The company has built its reputation by delivering high-quality pneumatic cylinders, valves, solenoid valves, and compressed air treatment solutions for industrial and mobile applications worldwide.

Over decades, WAIRCOM MBS has continuously strengthened its operational capacity, expanded its product portfolio, and established a robust sales network across multiple markets. This commitment to innovation and reliability has positioned the company as a trusted supplier within the industrial automation sector.


The Waircom EKCA8 KUC/ZR is a 5-port, 1/8" BSP solenoid-actuated valve.
Featuring a balanced spool design with integrated solenoid pilot and mechanical spring return, it delivers 550 NI/min flow at 6 bar with 20 ms response time. Built for reliability across industrial automation, this valve operates at 0–10 bar (N/C) with manual bistable override and works with filtered, unlubricated, or continuously lubricated compressed air. Available in multiple voltage options (DC 24V, AC 24/110/220V) and mountable on manifolds or supply rails. Constructed from Zamak or glass-reinforced polyamide with stainless steel springs and Viton® seals for durability in demanding applications. ATEX compliance available on request.

Technical Specifications
Function: 5/2 Monostable
Pilot: Solenoid
Return: Mechanical Spring
Response time at 6 bar Energized: 20ms
Response time at 6 bar De-energized: 30ms
Flow rate at 6 bar: 550 NI/min
Operating pressure: Monostable: 2,5 ÷ 10 bar, Bistable: 2 ÷ 10 bar
Working temperature: 0 ÷ +70 °C (-20 °C with dry air)
Fluid: Compressed air, filtered, continuous lubricated, unlubricated or dry lubricated
Port size: G 1/8
Pneumatic piloting port size: G 1/8
Nominal diameter: G 1/8 = 5 mm
Piloting solenoid valve: C/USCSVP
Coils: USB, USBG, USBG2
Electric connectors: USR 102/N9, ULR1B
Bottoms: Anodized aluminium alloy
Body: Anodized aluminium alloy
Distance rings: Acetal resin
Springs: Galvanized steel
Seals: NBR rubber
Spools: Anodized aluminium alloy
Piston: Anodized aluminium alloy

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