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Dual-output micro proportional driver for precision control in compact spaces

By Mary Gannon | June 11, 2025

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Canfield Connector, a division of Canfield Industries Inc., has introduced its new B5960 Dual Micro Proportional Driver, a DIN-mounted control solution that allows operation of two proportional valves from a single compact unit. Designed for high-performance applications in fluid and air control, this driver is suitable for pneumatic and hydraulic systems where precise output and space efficiency are essential.

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The B5960 is a solid-state device engineered to provide consistent output current to proportional solenoid valves, improving system accuracy and stability. While the B5960 delivers two outputs, they are not independently adjustable — current setpoints apply equally to both. The driver features six adjustable potentiometers for field configuration of I Max, I Min, Ramp Up Time, Ramp Down Time, Dither Amplitude, and Dither Frequency. It is available with customer-selected control signal input options: 0 to +10 Vdc, -10 to +10 Vdc, or 4 to 20 mA, and operates on 9–32 Vdc power, with LED status indicators for clear visual feedback.

“The B5960 is about maximizing control without sacrificing space,” said Todd Harmon, Vice President of Canfield Industries. “Our customers have asked for more streamlined, efficient proportional valve solutions, and this product delivers exactly that. It reflects our ongoing commitment to smart design, high performance, and reliable control in demanding industrial environments.”

With versatile mounting options and robust electronics, the B5960 is well-suited for automated systems in packaging, material handling, industrial automation, and OEM machinery. It is proudly manufactured in the USA under Canfield’s ISO 9001:2015 certified quality system.

Canfield Connector
www.canfieldconnector.com


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Mary Gannon

Mary Gannon is editor of Fluid Power World. She has been a technical writer and editor for more than 13 years, having covered fluid power, motion control and interconnect technologies.

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