1. High-Speed Automated Quality Rejection System
In automated quality control lines, such as pencil defect inspection, this valve is used to actuate compact pneumatic cylinders (e.g., Festo DSNU) that physically eject defective parts from a moving conveyor [1.10]. The valve's remarkably fast 24 ms turn-on and 32 ms turn-off switching times enable reliable ejection at line speeds exceeding 180 parts per minute. Furthermore, the compact 14 mm width and 95 g weight allow the valves to be manifold-mounted directly adjacent to the ejection station, minimizing pneumatic line length to reduce actuation latency.
Problem SolvedProvides the high-frequency switching and low latency required to eject closely-spaced defective products on a high-speed conveyor without disturbing adjacent conforming parts.
24 ms Switching Time14 mm Construction Width24V DC Electric Actuation800 l/min Nominal Flow
2. Robotic End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) Vacuum Handling
Used directly on a robotic arm to control vacuum suction cups for pick-and-place operations. Because the valve supports reversible flow and operates at pressures down to -0.9 bar (vacuum), it can efficiently route vacuum to the suction cups. The use of an external pilot air supply (operating at 3 to 8 bar) ensures that the piston gate valve can still actuate reliably even when the main pneumatic ports are operating under vacuum conditions. The valve's ultra-lightweight design (95 g) and high 800 l/min flow rate maximize the payload capacity of the robot while ensuring fast vacuum evacuation and part release.
Problem SolvedEnables fast, reliable vacuum control directly at the robotic tool end without stalling the valve spool, avoiding the sluggish response caused by long vacuum lines routed all the way back to the robot base.
-0.9 to 10 bar Operating PressureExternal Pilot Air SupplyReversible Flow Direction95 g Product Weight
3. Actuator Control in Automotive Paint and Coating Shops
Deployed in automated paint booths to control the pneumatic cylinders that position spray nozzles, open solvent valves, or move workpiece fixtures. The valve strictly adheres to LABS (PWIS) conformity (VDMA24364-B1/B2-L), meaning it is completely free of paint-wetting impairment substances like silicones, which are critical to avoid in paint shops to prevent 'fisheye' defects in the coating. Additionally, its IP65 protection rating and Moderate Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC 2) ensure the 24V DC, 1.28 W coil and internal components remain protected from overspray, washdown moisture, and moderate chemical exposure.
Problem SolvedEliminates the risk of paint coating defects caused by silicone contamination while providing reliable pneumatic control in a moderately corrosive, splash-prone industrial painting environment.
LABS (PWIS) Conformity VDMA24364-B1/B2-LIP65 Degree of ProtectionCorrosion Resistance Class 2100% Duty Cycle
