Specifications: S3PM06BT is an AirTAC S3 control valve with 3 ports, 2 positions, a mushroom pushbutton actuator and NPT 1/8 inch connections. Button/selector color B is black.
Product Catalog
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For detailed product dimensions and mounting drawings, please download and refer to the PDF catalog.
Functional Alternative Statement
Airtac S3 series valves are functional alternatives to SMC VM200 series valves.
Model Code Explained
| Parameter |
Details |
| Exact ordering code |
S3PM06BT |
| Series S3 |
3 ports, 2 positions; external direct mechanical control |
| Control-head code PM |
Mushroom pushbutton |
| Port-size code 06 |
NPT 1/8 inch |
| Thread option |
T = NPT |
| Color code B |
Black |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Details |
| Fluid |
Air, filtered through a 40 μm filter element |
| Operating method |
External direct acting |
| Valve function |
3 ports, 2 positions |
| Selected control form |
mushroom pushbutton |
| Working connection |
NPT 1/8 inch |
| Effective flow area |
8.0 mm² |
| Cv |
0.45 |
| Operating-pressure range |
0–1.0 MPa (0–145 psi) |
| Proof pressure |
1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Working temperature |
−20 to 70 °C |
| Body material |
Aluminum alloy |
| Lubrication |
Not required |
Features and Pneumatic Operation
The shut-off/poppet construction provides internal sealing and sensitive directional switching without a lubrication requirement. The valve supports body mounting and the illustrated panel arrangements for the applicable control head.
The selected control head is manually operated. The available head forms serve different operator controls; only the head encoded in this exact model is selected here.
Lubrication is not required. If lubricated air is introduced, continue using the same lubrication medium without interruption; the catalog recommends ISO VG32 oil or an equivalent grade.
Port letters identify P as the supply, A as the controlled outlet and R as exhaust. The graphical symbol in the PDF defines the exact flow paths for the selected actuator and valve position.
Selected Operating Travel
| Parameter |
Details |
| Valve-spool stroke |
2.4–4.0 mm |
| Button / roller / handle stroke |
3.8–5.4 mm |
The listed stroke ranges are installation limits for the selected control form. Travel is not an added body dimension. Use the drawing orientation and do not drive the mechanism past its stated range.
Installation, Travel Limits and Operation
Mount the valve through the body fixing points or use the illustrated panel arrangement where the selected head permits it. Keep the body and head aligned and retain access to the pneumatic ports. The catalog does not state a general screw-tightening torque.
Do not exceed the selected spool and actuator stroke ranges. Excess travel imposed by the external mechanism can cause leakage or damage. Engineering-plastic button components must be operated by hand and must not be struck with metal tools; the dedicated mechanical roller/plunger models are actuated by their intended external mechanism.
The spring-return symbol and the installation notes identify an automatically returning actuation arrangement. Allow the actuator to return freely after releasing the operating force.
Body and Mounting Dimensions
The S3B body drawing supplies the base dimensions for the selected port size. A selected control head is shown separately; its dimensions are not a complete assembled-valve envelope.
| Drawing reference |
Value |
| Drawing dimension A |
30 mm |
| Drawing dimension B |
16.5 mm |
| Drawing dimension C |
47 mm |
| Drawing dimension D |
41 mm |
| Drawing dimension KA |
23 mm |
| Drawing dimension KB |
20.5 mm |
| Drawing dimension PA |
17.5 mm |
| Drawing dimension PB |
11.5 mm |
| Drawing K |
M5 × 0.8; the illustration marks two K mounting positions |
| Drawing P — two connection callouts |
NPT 1/8 inch |
Selected Control Head and Replacement Reference
The values below describe the selected actuator or control-head assembly. They are separate from the body drawing and must not be added indiscriminately to the body dimensions.
| Control-head drawing reference |
Value |
| Head base width |
36 mm |
| Head base depth |
30 mm |
| Panel allowance reference |
6 mm |
| Panel mounting thread |
M22 × 1.25 |
| Button diameter |
36 mm |
| Head height reference |
54 mm |
The S3 catalog explicitly lists control-head assembly S3PM05-P13A for this head family. The M3/S3 prefix on a shared replacement head is retained exactly; it does not change this valve’s S3 ordering code. This valve includes its selected actuator; a second head is not required for normal operation.
Dimension Drawing Reminder
All linear drawing values above are in millimeters unless a thread or angle unit is stated. The original drawings retain the dimension-arrow relationships, actuator orientations and port views that cannot be fully represented by a two-column table.
For detailed product dimensions and mounting drawings, please download and refer to the PDF catalog.
Internal Components — Catalog Reference
The sectioned illustration is labeled S3PM. Its numbered components are listed below as a series construction reference. This is not a spare-parts kit or an assertion that every actuator variation has an identical exploded assembly. Materials are stated only where the catalog expressly supplies them.
| Drawing item |
Component |
| 1 |
Body |
| 2 |
Bottom cover |
| 3 |
Stopper plug |
| 4 |
Valve core |
| 5 |
Cross-head screw |
| 6 |
Button pressing buckle |
| 7 |
Spring |
| 8 |
Clamping washer |
| 9 |
Dust cover |
| 10 |
Button cap |
| 11 |
Main button body |
| 12 |
Top cover |
| 13 |
Button retaining ring |
| 14 |
Clamping nut |
| 15 |
Button holder |
| 16 |
Button fixing connector |
| 17 |
O-ring |
| 18 |
Spring |
| 19 |
Spring |
| 20 |
O-ring |
Flow Characteristics
The catalog flow chart for S3B-06 plots operating pressure in MPa on the vertical axis from 0 to 0.8, and flow in L/min on the horizontal axis from 0 to 900. The family of curves illustrates the pressure/flow relationship. Axis limits are graph bounds, not guaranteed rated flow values for this complete valve; use the supplied curve and the required pressure conditions.
Supply Scope and Related Heads
This ordering code identifies one valve with its selected control-head form. It does not encode a multiple-valve assembly, a spare head, a silencer, mounting-panel hardware or pneumatic tubing. Where the catalog lists a separately orderable head, its exact code is given above as a replacement reference; the source does not provide a screw/gasket quantity breakdown for a service kit.
Series Ordering Options
The S3 family offers B, C, D, Y, R, L and V heads; red-only PL; and PP, PF, PM and HS in red, green or black. Port options are M5, 06 (1/8 inch) and 08 (1/4 inch). The original linked ordering chart uses M5 for the metric complete-valve code, while some replacement-head and Chinese drawing labels use 05; those labels do not authorize changing this listing code.
For 1/8 and 1/4 inch connections, a blank thread suffix means PT, G means G thread and T means NPT. M5 connections have no such thread suffix. These are series alternatives; the selected configuration is the one decoded above.
Reference Weight
Catalog reference weight: 78 g, from the S3PM row of the 2022 comprehensive catalog weight table (paper page 300). The catalog weight table identifies the control-head family without a port, color or thread suffix. This is that published family reference, not an independently measured weight for every option. The table states that weights are for reference only; actual weight is determined by the delivered product. This is not a measured or packaged shipping weight.
Catalog Basis
Technical information is taken from the linked S3 catalog and cross-checked against the 2022 comprehensive catalog, paper pages 140–142 (PDF pages 141–143). The paper-page-300 weight table is cited separately above. No unrelated series dimensions or weights are substituted.
Matching Accessory Codes and Conditions
| Item |
Complete codes and use |
| PM replacement heads (green/red/black) |
These are optional replacement mushroom pushbutton heads for the same S3 PM head form on the M5, 06 or 08 body. Replacement-head suffixes -P11A, -P12A and -P13A mean green, red and black, respectively. The valve already includes its selected black head; order a spare separately only when needed. Retain the selected head form and follow the operating-travel, reset and mounting instructions above. These are control-head assemblies, not complete valves.
S3PM05-P11A,S3PM05-P12A |
Optional Piping Accessories
P = this S3 valve’s female supply connection (NPT1/8); W = its female controlled working connection A (NPT1/8). The body drawing’s 2-P callout gives the two connection sizes; K identifies mounting threads, not pneumatic ports. Keep supply and working circuits separate. Multiple keys retain each use. Tube OD is mm (in = inches); compression/tubing show OD × ID. These piping accessories are optional and ordered separately.
Code-prefix uses (match the longest listed family prefix): ASC inline threaded flow control; GAFR upstream filter-regulator; NBB male–male; NBKC compression fitting; NBPC metal straight; NPC straight; NPEB branch tee; NPED run tee; NPH banjo elbow; NPHF female branch banjo; NPHW twin banjo; NPKD reducing distribution fitting; NPL elbow; NPLL extended elbow; NPSA inline flow control; NPSS flow control; NPTL push-lock flow control; NPYB Y; NPZB cross; NUE PU tube.
| Use |
Size / complete codes |
| P |
ASC10006T,GAFR20006ST |
| P,W (discontinued) |
male NPT1/8 ↔ male NPT1/4: NBB1/8-1/4
male NPT1/8 ↔ male NPT1/8: NBB1/8-1/8
male NPT1/8 ↔ male NPT3/8: NBB1/8-3/8
1/4 × 5/32 in: NBKC1/4-5/32-1/8
5/16 × 1/5 in: NBKC5/16-1/5-1/8
5/32 × 3/32 in: NBKC5/32-3/32-1/8
1/4 in: NBPC1/4-1/8,NPH1/4-1/8,NPHW1/4-1/8,NPLL1/4-1/8,NPSS1/4-1/8A,NPSS1/4-1/8B,NPZB1/4-1/8
3/8 in: NBPC3/8-1/8,NPLL3/8-1/8
5/16 in: NBPC5/16-1/8,NPH5/16-1/8,NPHW5/16-1/8,NPLL5/16-1/8,NPSS5/16-1/8A,NPSS5/16-1/8B,NPZB5/16-1/8
5/32 in: NBPC5/32-1/8,NPH5/32-1/8,NPHW5/32-1/8,NPLL5/32-1/8
1/4 in; male RA NPT1/8 / female RB NPT1/8: NPHF1/4-1/8
5/16 in; male RA NPT1/8 / female RB NPT1/8: NPHF5/16-1/8
5/32 in; male RA NPT1/8 / female RB NPT1/8: NPHF5/32-1/8
main 1/4 / branches 5/32 in: NPKD1/4-5/32-1/8 |
| P,W |
1/4 in: NPC1/4-1/8,NPEB1/4-1/8,NPED1/4-1/8,NPL1/4-1/8,NPSA1/4,NPTL1/4-1/8A,NPTL1/4-1/8B,NPYB1/4-1/8
3/8 in: NPC3/8-1/8,NPEB3/8-1/8,NPED3/8-1/8,NPL3/8-1/8,NPSA3/8,NPYB3/8-1/8
5/16 in: NPC5/16-1/8,NPEB5/16-1/8,NPED5/16-1/8,NPL5/16-1/8,NPSA5/16,NPTL5/16-1/8A,NPTL5/16-1/8B,NPYB5/16-1/8
5/32 in: NPC5/32-1/8,NPEB5/32-1/8,NPED5/32-1/8,NPL5/32-1/8,NPSA5/32,NPTL5/32-1/8A,NPTL5/32-1/8B,NPYB5/32-1/8
5/32 × 3/32 in: NUE95A5/32X3/32-100BK,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100BR,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100BU,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100C,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100CB,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100CE,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100CG,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100CR,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100CY,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100GA,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100GE,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100GN,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100R,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100WH,NUE95A5/32X3/32-100Y,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250BK,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250BR,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250BU,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250C,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250CB,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250CE,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250CG,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250CR,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250CY,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250GA,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250GE,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250GN,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250R,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250WH,NUE95A5/32X3/32-250Y,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500BK,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500BR,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500BU,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500C,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500CB,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500CE,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500CG,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500CR,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500CY,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500GA,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500GE,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500GN,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500R,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500WH,NUE95A5/32X3/32-500Y |
Match PT/G/NPT exactly. Use the specified thread seal or face gasket. Match tube OD and compression OD/ID; metric and inch sizes are not interchangeable. Use suitable soft nylon/PU tube and check seating, clearance, bends and flow. Tighten compression bodies by the hex, not tube nuts. Where listed: D is black, blank grey, -M miniature; -S denotes only the specified 304 stainless parts.
NPSA are tube-side flow controls and need separate matching tube connections; they do not screw directly into P or W. NPHF use male RA at the valve; female RB requires its own matching male thread and seal and is not a tube socket. Match both adapter ends to their separate mating parts. Branches join one circuit. Keep supply P and working A separate; do not bridge these paths.
Standard push-in fittings and flow-control parts: ≤1 MPa, −20–70°C. NBPC/compression fittings/thread adapters: ≤1 MPa. The listed metal push-in, compression and adapter groups have a 0–150°C range, limiting the connected valve path to 0–70°C or narrower. Apply every stricter component limit; no system vacuum rating is established.
This mechanically or manually operated S3 valve operates at 0–1 MPa and −20–70°C with 40 µm filtered air. Accessory limits may narrow that range; proof pressure is not working pressure. The piping choices are optional and ordered separately, and do not establish separately orderable panel-mounting or internal-part kits.
Flow-control suffix A restricts thread→tube, with free reverse flow; suffix B reverses it. Supply normally flows tube→thread. At valve working port A, suffix A restricts flow to the actuator and suffix B the return; cylinder-mounted orientation differs. Follow the flow symbols, including NPSA. Closed controls are not leak-tight isolation. Adjust gently without forcing stops; depressurize before tube removal. Never cap an active supply or working connection.
ASC is a separately connected upstream supply flow control, assigned to P only. Both female ports require matching male connections; follow its P/A markings. Its limits are 0.05–0.95 MPa and −20–70°C with ≤40 µm filtration. The complete valve path must meet these and every stricter component limit; the valve’s 0–1 MPa range does not extend the ASC rating.
GAFR is a separately connected upstream supply filter/regulator, assigned to P only. Both female ports require matching male piping; follow IN→OUT and check total flow and bowl/environment suitability. Inlet ≤1 MPa; regulation 0.15–0.9 MPa; −5–70°C, nonfreezing. Apply every stricter valve/component limit. Listed GAFR S versions have a 40 µm filter, PC bowl, differential/manual drain, bracket and round snap-in gauge (psi/bar), without a reverse-flow valve. Air lubrication is not required. If lubricated air is introduced, continue with consistent lubrication using ISO VG32 or equivalent oil.
NPTL maximum cap-adjustment torque: 1/8: 0.08 N·m. These are not thread-installation torques.
NBKC5/32-3/32-1/8 specifies 3/32 in ID in its dimension row, but the selection matrix differs. Confirm that ID with the supplier before selecting the tube.
The listed NUE95A tubes serve P and W only through a listed exact 5/32 in OD connection; they do not connect directly to an NPT thread. For NBKC5/32-3/32-1/8, the supplier must also confirm 3/32 in ID. Do not substitute 4 mm, 3.2 mm, 3 mm or 1/8 in OD tube.
NUE95A5/32X3/32 is ether-based PU, Shore A95±2, with 5/32 in OD × 3/32 in ID and 1/32 in wall. Working pressure is 145 psi at 73°F; 363 psi is burst pressure, not a working rating. Temperature range: −40–158°F; minimum bend radius: 8 mm. Derate with increasing temperature and obey every stricter valve, fitting and tube limit.
In NUE codes, 100/250/500 after the hyphen are coil lengths in feet, not metres. Colours: BU blue, BK black, GE orange, C clear, WH white, CB clear blue, R red, Y yellow, GA gray, GN green, BR brown, CR clear red, CG clear green, CY clear yellow, CE clear orange. Match the complete length-and-colour code. Current lifecycle and supply of these catalog-listed tubes are unverified; confirm the exact item or an approved replacement before ordering.
Items marked discontinued are historical service references, not current standard recommendations. Confirm availability or a manufacturer-approved replacement. An unmarked catalogue entry does not promise current production, stock or delivery. All listed options are ordered separately.
