Festo CPV18-M1H-5JS-1/4 5/2-Way Pneumatic Solenoid Valve

USD 165.67

An 18mm 5/2-way bistable double solenoid valve delivering 1600 l/min standard nominal flow. Rated for -0.9 to 10 bar operation with IP65 class protection.

SKU Festo-163191 Category
Pneumatic Valves

Festo CPV18-M1H-5JS-1/4 5/2-Way Pneumatic Solenoid Valve

Model Identifier CPV18-M1H-5JS-1/4
Official Part Number 163191
GTIN Standard 4052568012908

Technical Overview

The Festo 163191 (CPV18-M1H-5JS-1/4) is a highly reliable 5/2-way bistable electrically actuated pneumatic individual valve from the Compact Performance (CPV) series. Featuring an 18mm valve size width, it delivers an impressive standard nominal flow rate of 1600 l/min, making it suitable for driving large pneumatic cylinders rapidly. Engineered with a piston spool design and soft sealing using HNBR/NBR, the unit supports both positive pressure up to 10 bar and vacuum operations down to -0.9 bar. Designed to be integrated directly onto CPV valve manifolds or sub-bases using through-hole mounting, it provides secure G1/4" pneumatic working ports. Operating on a 24V DC control voltage, this double solenoid valve ensures precision switching with low electrical power consumption (1.5W per coil) and a rapid 12 ms switching reversal time. Its IP65 degree of protection and CRC 2 moderate corrosion resistance make it an excellent choice for demanding industrial automation environments.

Key Features

  • 5/2-way bistable double solenoid configuration for maintained pneumatic switching.
  • Compact 18mm valve slice footprint engineered for the Festo CPV modular manifold series.
  • High standard nominal flow rate of 1600 l/min for driving high-capacity actuators.
  • Supports a wide operating pressure range from -0.9 bar to 10 bar, seamlessly accommodating vacuum operations.
  • Built-in detenting and non-detenting manual override mechanisms for secure maintenance and testing.
  • Constructed with a die-cast aluminum valve slice and durable HNBR/NBR soft seals.
  • Compliant with IP65 enclosure standards, protecting against dust and low-pressure water jets.
  • Through-hole mounting design utilizing standardized G1/4" threaded pneumatic connections.

24V DC (1.5W per coil)

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Valve Function5/2-way, bistable
Type of ActuationElectrical
Valve Size (Width)18 mm
Standard Nominal Flow Rate1600 l/min
Pneumatic Working PortG1/4"
Operating Voltage24V DC
Power Consumption1.5 W per coil
Operating Pressure Range-0.9 to +10 bar (vacuum capable)
Pilot Pressure Range+3 to +8 bar
Switching Time Reversal12 ms
Degree of ProtectionIP65
Manual OverrideDetenting / Non-detenting
Ambient Temperature-5 to +50 °C
Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC)2 (Moderate corrosion stress)
MaterialsDie-cast Aluminium, HNBR/NBR seals

Industrial Applications

1. Automated Packaging Machinery

Implementing reliable pneumatic routing in high-speed mechanical packaging and sorting equipment.

Problem Solved

Packaging systems require precise and rapid bidirectional control of pneumatic cylinders to fold, push, or seal boxes. The CPV18 bistable valve provides a rapid 12 ms switching time and an exceptionally high 1600 l/min flow rate to efficiently drive medium-to-large cylinders without performance bottlenecks.

1600 l/min flow rate5/2-way bistable12 ms switching time24V DC

2. Vacuum Pick-and-Place Robotics

Controlling both vacuum gripping sequences and positive pressure blow-off ejections in automated robotic end-effectors.

Problem Solved

Standard pneumatic components often fail or leak under vacuum conditions. This valve is structurally rated to operate from deep vacuum (-0.9 bar) up to 10 bar positive pressure, allowing it to govern vacuum lifting cycles while relying on positive pilot air for its internal actuation.

Vacuum operation -0.9 to 10 barPiston spool valveIP65Pilot pressure 3 to 8 bar

3. Industrial Fluid Process Control

Managing pilot air distribution manifolds for larger mechanical process valves in humid or moderately corrosive plant environments.

Problem Solved

Wet or dirty industrial environments can degrade standard plastic pneumatics. With an IP65 protection rating, rugged die-cast aluminum construction, and CRC 2 moderate corrosion resistance, this valve safely and reliably directs pilot air to larger actuated process valves over a long operational lifespan.

IP65 protectionDie-cast AluminiumCRC 2 corrosion resistanceThrough-hole mounting

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