{"product_id":"gator-rc-2-ways-3-ports-box-shaped-air-control-valve","title":"Gator RC 2-Way, 3-Port Box-Shaped Air Control Valve (Blue)","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.8em; color: #1e293b; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eGator RC 2-Way, 3-Port Box-Shaped Air Control Valve\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision-engineered unibody aluminum control for high-reliability pneumatic systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGator RC 2-Way, 3-Port Box-Shaped Air Control Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade pneumatic solution designed for RC aircraft utilizing air-operated landing gear. Its lightweight unibody aluminum construction and compact box-style design make it the ideal choice for installations where space is limited but high-pressure structural integrity is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #1e293b; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e✅ Best For \u0026amp; Applications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eCommonly used in sport, scale, and jet aircraft utilizing ID 2mm pneumatic tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRC Air Retract Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for gear extension and retraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurbine \u0026amp; Sport Jets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact footprint fits easily on internal servo rails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Pneumatics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable control for speed brakes, canopies, and utility doors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #64748b; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e⚙️ Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-Way, 3-Port Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides controlled pressure routing and atmosphere venting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnibody Aluminum Housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision CNC-machined for superior pressure sealing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated 3mm mounting holes for a rock-solid, vibration-proof mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue anodized finish that resists corrosion and fuel residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003e\n                \u003ctbody\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e2-Way, 3-Port Box-Shaped Valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubing Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eID 2mm Air Tubing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e24 x 15 x 18 mm \/ 0.94 x 0.59 x 0.71 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Holes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e8 g \/ 0.28 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eBlue Anodized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n            \u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e🛠️ How It Works \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eThis pneumatic valve controls the transition of airflow between the air source and retract cylinders. The 3-port layout is critical for single-action systems as it allows pressure to vent to the atmosphere during the cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px; background-color: #fafafa; font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTypical System Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Air Tank → Fill Valve → Check Valve → \u003cstrong\u003eAir Control Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e → Retract Cylinders\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse only quality 2mm ID pneumatic tubing for a secure seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep airline runs as short as practical for better airflow response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure all tubing connections are fully seated and leak-tested before flight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding: 12px; border: 1px dashed #64748b; background-color: #f8fafc;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e💡 Gator-RC Modeler’s Tip\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFor the most reliable gear operation, mount the valve as close to the retract cylinders as possible and avoid sharp bends in the tubing. Shorter routing reduces pressure loss and prevents \"lazy\" gear cycling during aggressive maneuvers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f7ff; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #007ace;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gator-RC Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-performance hardware designed for durability. Includes (1) Gator RC 2-Way, 3-Port Box-Shaped Aluminum Air Control Valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Gator-RC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46988984123614,"sku":"GRC-ARP-84","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1436\/6686\/files\/2_ways_3_port_air_control_valve.png?v=1778511779","url":"https:\/\/www.gator-rc.com\/products\/gator-rc-2-ways-3-ports-box-shaped-air-control-valve","provider":"Gator RC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}