Name: CPE10-M1BH-3OL-QS-6 Festo Solenoid Valve - INOSAKI
SKU: Festo-196853
Price: 89.44 USD
Availability: InStock

Technical Overview

The Festo CPE10-M1BH-3OL-QS-6 is a compact 3/2-way open monostable solenoid valve featuring a 10 mm construction width and a piston gate valve design. This pilot-actuated valve is designed for efficient pneumatic control with a standard nominal flow rate of 300 l/min and an internal pilot air supply. Built with a die-cast aluminum housing and NBR seals, it offers IP65 protection and reliable performance across an operating pressure range of 2.5 to 8 bar. It is suitable for diverse industrial applications with its optional mounting position and non-reversible flow direction.

Key Features

3/2 open, monostable valve function
Electric actuation with 24V DC operating voltage
Compact 10 mm construction width
Piston gate valve design with pneumatic spring reset
Internal pilot air supply and non-reversible flow direction
IP65 degree of protection with plug socket
Optional mounting position via through-hole
Detenting or non-detenting manual override via accessory
RoHS-compliant materials with die-cast aluminum housing

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Valve function	3/2 open, monostable
Type of actuation	Electric
Construction width	10 mm
Standard nominal flow rate (standardised to DIN 1343)	300 l/min
pneumatic working port	QS-6
Operating voltage	24V DC
Operating pressure (MPa)	0.25 MPa ... 0.8 MPa
Operating pressure (bar)	2.5 bar ... 8 bar
Design	Piston gate valve
Type of reset	Pneumatic spring
Approval	c UL us - Recognized (OL)
Maritime classification	See certificate
Certificate issuing authority	UL MH19482
Degree of protection	IP65 With plug socket To IEC 60529
Nominal size	4 mm
Sealing principle	Soft
Mounting position	optional
Manual override	Detenting via accessory Non-detenting
Type of piloting	Pilot actuated
Pilot air supply	Internal
Flow direction	Non-reversible
Symbol	00991656
Valve position code	Inscription label holder
lap	Overlap
Switching time off	14 ms
Switching time on	14 ms
Duty cycle	100% in conjunction with holding current reduction
Max. positive test pulse with 0 signal	1200 µs
Max. negative test pulse with 1 signal	900 µs
Characteristic coil data	24 V DC: 1.28 W
Permissible voltage fluctuations	-15%/+10%
Operating medium	Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Note on operating and pilot medium	Lubricated operation possible (in which case lubricated operation will always be required)
Vibration resistance	Transport application test with severity level 2 to FN 942017-4 and EN 60068-2-6
Shock resistance	Shock test with severity level 2 to FN 942017-5 and EN 60068-2-27
Corrosion resistance class	CRC 2 - Moderate corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformity	VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Media temperature	-5 °C ... 50 °C
Ambient temperature	-5 °C ... 50 °C
Electrical connection	2-pin
Type of mounting	With through-hole
Pilot exhaust port 82	M3
Pilot air port 12	M3
Pneumatic connection, port 1	QS-6
Pneumatic connection, port 2	QS-6
Pneumatic connection, port 3	M7
Note on materials	RoHS-compliant
Material seals	NBR
Material housing	Die-cast aluminium

Industrial Applications

1. Fail-Safe Pneumatic Clamping in CNC Machining

Utilizing the Festo CPE10-M1BH-3OL-QS-6 to control pneumatic workholding clamps in a machining center. The 3/2 normally open (monostable) function ensures that in the event of an electrical power failure (loss of 24V DC), the valve defaults to the open position, maintaining 2.5 to 8 bar of air pressure to the clamp. The IP65 rating protects the internal components from coolant mist and dust.

Problem Solved

Prevents heavy workpieces from being released and causing severe damage or injury during sudden electrical power outages by utilizing the valve's pneumatic spring reset and normally open configuration.

3/2 open monostableIP65 protectionPneumatic spring reset24V DCOperating pressure 2.5 - 8 bar

2. High-Speed Defect Sorting on Conveyor Systems

Employing the valve to drive single-acting pneumatic ejection cylinders or direct blow-off nozzles on high-speed packaging lines. With a quick 14 ms switching time and a 300 l/min nominal flow rate despite its ultra-compact 10 mm width, the valve rapidly triggers brief, powerful blasts of compressed air to knock defective products off the line.

Problem Solved

Overcomes the limitations of slower, bulkier valves that cause bottlenecks or inaccurate sorting on fast-moving conveyors, ensuring rapid, precise part ejection with minimal installation footprint.

14 ms switching time300 l/min flow rate10 mm construction widthQS-6 push-in fittingPiston gate valve

3. Robotic End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) Vacuum Control

Integrating the CPE10 valve directly onto robotic end-effectors to control the air supply to venturi vacuum generators. The valve's compact footprint and lightweight die-cast aluminum housing reduce the payload burden on the robot. Furthermore, its Level 2 shock and vibration resistance ensures reliable operation during fast, erratic robotic movements.

Problem Solved

Eliminates the need for heavy manifold blocks on dynamic robotic arms, reducing inertia and cycle times while remaining highly robust against the constant high-G forces and vibrations of rapid pick-and-place applications.

Shock resistance level 2Vibration resistance level 2Die-cast aluminium housingCompact 10 mm widthNormally open