Transmission Valves / Solenoids
Variable Force Solenoid (VFS)
Automatic transmissions use VFS to control the actuation of clutches.
- High (or low) flow pressure control
- Proportional / inverse proportional control
- Insensitive to supply pressure variations
Variable Bleed Solenoid (VBS)
The pressure supplied to a clutch pack in automatic transmissions is controlled by VBS.
- Low flow pressure control
- Proportional / inverse proportional control
- Sensitive to supply pressure variations
Pulse Width Modulated Solenoid (PWM)
PWM solenoids are used for torque convertor control.
- Used as a pilot valve to a secondary spool
On/Off Directional Control Valve
This transmission solenoid control valve operates with a straight on/off DC current signal.
- Used with multiplex valve for directional flow control - 3 ports, 2 position