Nitrous Oxide Solenoid Mounting Bracket

What Are Nitrous Oxide Solenoid Mounting Brackets?

Nitrous oxide solenoid mounting brackets are a fundamental hardware component in any nitrous oxide injection system. A nitrous solenoid bracket is an essential component used in nitrous oxide systems to securely mount the solenoid, providing a stable and reliable platform for attaching it to the vehicle's engine or chassis. Without a properly rated bracket, even the best solenoids can vibrate loose, shift out of alignment, or fail at precisely the wrong moment — mid-run.

Why the Right Mounting Bracket Matters

In a nitrous system, the solenoid acts as the on/off valve that controls the flow of nitrous and fuel into the engine. If the solenoid isn't held securely in place, the entire system's timing and reliability come into question. High-quality brackets are typically made from durable materials such as aluminum or steel, providing strength and resistance to corrosion, and must be able to handle the pressures and forces exerted during nitrous oxide injection.

Bracket selection also matters for cleanliness and fit. Ensure that the bracket is designed for the specific solenoid size and type you are using. Solenoids come in small-body (1-inch) and large-body (1-5/8-inch) diameters, and the bracket must match — a mismatch leads to sloppy fitment, potential leaks, or component damage under load.

Mounting Styles and Configurations

Solenoid mounting brackets come in several configurations to suit different engine setups and system layouts. Common styles include:

• Carburetor flange mounts — Ideal for running multiple stages of nitrous or installing a wet system; they bolt between your 4150 carburetor and intake manifold.
• Universal bottom and 90-degree mounts — Easy-to-install brackets that accept small and large can solenoids, available in straight and 90-degree designs that can be secured using a single stud or bolt.
• Cylinder head mounts — A convenient LS cylinder head mounting bracket, aluminum 90-degree mount designed to attach a solenoid to most GM LS heads.
• Intake manifold mounts — Options designed to mount on top of GM LS Series intake manifolds or Ford Coyote/Boss intake manifolds, offered in pairs for dual-solenoid setups.
• Multi-solenoid carburetor brackets — Three different layouts allow you to mount up to 4 solenoids in a variety of locations, and there is also a 4-corner design that can accommodate up to 8 solenoids.

Key Considerations When Shopping

Before choosing a solenoid mounting bracket, consider the solenoid body diameter (small or large can), the number of solenoids in your system (single-stage vs. multi-stage), and your induction setup (carbureted vs. EFI, LS, Coyote, etc.). Material choice also plays a role: brackets made from 6061 aluminum offer light weight and superior strength, making them a popular choice for performance builds where every component is scrutinized.

Top Brands for Nitrous Oxide Solenoid Mounting Brackets

NOS (Nitrous Oxide Systems) is the dominant name in this category and the most trusted source for solenoid mounting hardware. NOS engineered aluminum mounting brackets that provide a convenient and secure way to mount nitrous and fuel solenoids, with a wide array of mounting options — whether you need to mount a single solenoid or a bracket with multiple configurations able to accommodate 2, 4, or even 8 solenoids.