Idle Control Valve for Subaru Forester: Carbon Steel
This idle control valve for the Subaru Forester is specified around carbon steel, which decides how it behaves in service far more than the part name does. We build to a written specification — base material, dimensions, finish and packing — and hold that specification on file so every reorder reproduces the approved piece.
The usual reason a programme changes supplier is not unit price. It is lead time that slipped twice before bulk started, or a supplier who changed material without saying so. Both are specification problems, and both are preventable.
Specification
| Product | Idle Control Valve |
|---|---|
| Vehicle application | Subaru Forester |
| Material / finish | Carbon Steel |
| Typical use | Weekend Riding |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | SGS |
| Packing | 100 pieces per inner box, 200 per carton |
Material options
- Neoprene — chosen where wear resistance comes first
- PVC Coated Fabric — selected when the part is exposed to weather and road salt
- Titanium Alloy — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Silicone — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Ceramic Composite — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available
- laser cutting
- surface grinding
- injection moulding
- robot welding
- rubber vulcanisation
- ultrasonic cleaning
Fitment notes
Check whether the mounting points on your market version match the catalogue drawing — regional variants are the usual cause of a wrong first order.
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for weekend riding. Related applications include passenger transport, mining sites, motocross, heavy load hauling, food delivery.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 sampling on every lot.
- Dimensional report issued against the approved drawing.
- Carton marking and barcode to your specification.
- Golden sample retained at the factory as the reorder reference.
Questions buyers ask
How long does sampling take?
Samples leave the factory in 7 working days, and each revision round adds about 3 days once you have seen the first piece.
Do you handle mixed containers?
Yes. Most programmes consolidate several part numbers into one container to keep freight sensible at 500 pieces per line.
Can the specification be held on file?
Yes. Once approved, the specification is recorded against your part number so a reorder reproduces the SGS-compliant build instead of a fresh interpretation.
How is packing specified?
Individual packing, inner box quantity and carton marking are confirmed at quotation stage so the cartons arrive ready for your warehouse.
Ask for the current catalogue and the specification sheet for this line.
