The Festo MFH-5-1/4 with MPN 6211 is a high-performance directional control valve designed for precision and durability in controlling compressed air flow in pneumatic systems. With its robust aluminum die-cast housing, this valve is ideally suited for harsh environments, offering excellent corrosion resistance and high reliability.
Key Features:
- Versatile Valve Functions: Operates as a 5/2 monostable valve, offering flexible control options for your pneumatic systems.
- Efficient Actuation: Electrically actuated, it ensures swift and reliable operation with a minimal electrical power consumption of 4.5 W.
- High Flow Capability: Provides a maximum nominal flow rate of 1000 l/min, making it suitable for a range of industrial applications.
- Durable Build: Constructed with an aluminum housing and equipped with a mechanical spring for easy reset, it stands up to demanding operational conditions.
- Flexible Installation: The valve can be mounted on a DIN rail or directly to a manifold, with G1/4 threaded connections for ease of integration into existing systems.
- Environmental Resistance: Rated with a corrosion resistant class KBK 1, it handles low corrosion stress efficiently, and is ATEX certified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Benefits:
- Energy Efficiency: Optimizes energy use with its low magnet power requirement, contributing to lower operational costs.
- Operational Reliability: Ensures consistent performance and reduces downtime due to its robust construction and high-quality materials.
- Enhanced Safety: With compliance to stringent safety standards including ATEX, it ensures safe operation in hazardous conditions.
Applications:
- Oil Platforms: Ideal for managing air flow under the extreme conditions of offshore environments.
- Chemical Production Facilities: Provides reliable control in the processing of chemicals where precise air flow is critical.
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Ensures accurate and stable air flow in the production of pharmaceuticals, where air purity and control are paramount.
- Automation and Robotics: A key component in automated and robotic systems, offering precise control to enhance system efficiency and reliability.
The Festo MFH-5-1/4 directional control valve represents a blend of precision engineering and versatility, making it a prime choice for enhancing the performance and reliability of industrial pneumatic systems.
| Feature |
Specification |
| Valve function |
5/2, monostable |
| Actuation type |
Electrical |
| Width |
30.5 mm |
| Standard nominal flow rate |
1000 l/min |
| Pneumatic working port |
G1/4 |
| Operating voltage |
Via solenoid coil, to be ordered separately |
| Operating pressure |
0.22 MPa … 0.8 MPa |
| Operating pressure |
2.2 bar … 8 bar |
| Structural design |
Plate seat |
| Reset method |
Mechanical spring |
| Certification |
c UL us – Recognized (OL) |
| Degree of protection |
IP65 |
| Nominal width |
7 mm |
| Width dimension |
32 mm |
| Exhaust air function |
With flow control option |
| Sealing principle |
Soft |
| Mounting position |
Any |
| Manual override |
Detenting |
| Type of control |
Pilot-controlled |
| Flow direction |
Non-reversible |
| Symbol |
00991035 |
| Lap |
Underlap |
| b-value |
0.19 |
| C value |
4.49 l/sbar |
| Switching time off |
29 ms |
| On switching time |
9 ms |
| Max. positive test pulse with 0 signal |
2200 µs |
| Max. negative test pulse on 1 signal |
3700 µs |
| Coil characteristics |
See solenoid coil, to be ordered separately |
| Operating medium |
Compressed air as per ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] |
| Information on operating and pilot media |
Operation with oil lubrication possible (required for further use) |
| Corrosion resistance class (CRC) |
1 – Low corrosion stress |
| LABS (PWIS) conformity |
VDMA24364-B1/B2-L |
| Storage temperature |
-20 °C … 60 °C |
| Temperature of medium |
-10 °C … 60 °C |
| Ambient temperature |
-5 °C … 40 °C |
| Product weight |
290 g |
| Electrical connection |
Via F coil, to be ordered separately |
| Type of mounting |
Optionally:
On terminal strip
With through-hole |
| Pilot exhaust air port 84 |
M5 |
| Pneumatic connection 1 |
G1/4 |
| Pneumatic connection 2 |
G¼ |
| Pneumatic connection 3 |
G1/4 |
| Pneumatic connection 4 |
G1/4 |
| Pneumatic connection 5 |
G1/4 |
| Note on materials |
RoHS-compliant |
| Seals material |
NBR |
| Housing material |
Die-cast aluminum |
