ISV-M10 Festo Vacuum Security Valve

$ 43.50

M10 vacuum security valve for maintaining system vacuum when suction cups are uncovered. Features an operating pressure range of -0.95 to 0 bar and supports ejector pulses up to 8 bar.

SKU Festo-545998 Category
Vacuum security valves

ISV-M10 Festo Vacuum security valve

Model Identifier ISV-M10
Official Part Number 545998
GTIN Standard 4052568092016

Technical Overview

The Festo ISV-M10 is a high-performance vacuum security valve designed for pneumatic systems requiring reliable vacuum maintenance. It features a compact M10 screw-in design and is capable of handling ejector pulses up to 0.8 MPa (8 bar). Constructed with a wrought aluminum alloy housing, sintered bronze filter, and high-alloy steel spring, it is built for moderate corrosion stress environments (CRC 2) and conforms to LABS (PWIS) standards for clean production. The valve supports an optional mounting position and operates effectively within an ambient temperature range of -10 to 60 degrees Celsius.

Key Features

  • Suitable for ejector pulse ≤0.8 MPa
  • Optional mounting position
  • Moderate corrosion stress resistance (CRC 2)
  • LABS (PWIS) conformity VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
  • Integrated sintered bronze filter
  • Lightweight wrought aluminium alloy housing
  • Screw-in mounting type

Suitable for ejector pulse up to 0.8 MPa (8 bar)

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
SizeM10
Suitable for ejector pulse≤0.8 MPa
Suitable for ejector pulse≤8 bar
Mounting positionoptional
Symbol00991481
Operating pressure-0.095 MPa ... 0 MPa
Operating pressure-0.95 bar ... 0 bar
Required suction volumetric flow at -0.05 MPa (-0.5 bar, -7.25 psi)2 l/min
Operating mediumCompressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:-:-]
Corrosion resistance class CRC2 - Moderate corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformityVDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Ambient temperature-10 °C ... 60 °C
Product weight18 g
Type of mountingScrew-in
Pneumatic connection, port 1M10
Pneumatic connection, port 2M10
Material springHigh-alloy steel
Material filterSintered bronze
Material housingWrought aluminium alloy
Material floatPOM

Industrial Applications

1. Variable-Format Box Palletizing End-Effector

Integration into large-area vacuum gripping systems (foam or cup matrix) on robotic palletizers handling mixed-size cardboard boxes. The valves are installed between the vacuum generator and each M10 suction cup port.

Problem Solved

In high-mix palletizing lines, a single gripper must handle boxes of varying dimensions. Without security valves, cups not covering the smaller boxes would suck air, causing system-wide vacuum loss and dropped loads. The ISV-M10 automatically closes unused ports (flow > 2 l/min), allowing the active cups to maintain full holding force (-0.95 bar) on the box without requiring tool changes.

M10 connectionVacuum range -0.95 barSwitching flow 2 l/minMounting position optional

2. Automated Handling of Sheet Metal with Cutouts

Used in automotive stamping press lines where robotic transfer arms move metal sheets that may contain pre-punched holes or irregular geometries (e.g., door panels or chassis frames).

Problem Solved

Standard suction spiders cannot grip sheets with holes efficiently because cups landing on voids cause massive leakage. The ISV-M10 isolates these 'leaking' cups immediately upon suction activation, preserving the vacuum level for the cups that have made contact. The ≤ 8 bar ejector pulse capability ensures rapid blow-off for fast cycle times during the release phase.

Ejector pulse ≤ 8 barSintered bronze filterWrought aluminium alloy housingOperating pressure -0.095 MPa

3. Beverage Layer Depalletizing System

Implemented in canning and bottling plants on layer-picking grippers that lift entire tiers of jars or cans simultaneously. The valves are screwed directly into the M10 ports of the vacuum plenum.

Problem Solved

When lifting a full layer of products, a single missing or damaged can would typically break the vacuum seal for the entire layer, causing a line stoppage. The ISV-M10 acts as a check valve, closing off the specific port for the missing item while maintaining suction for the remaining units. The 18g lightweight design minimizes the payload on the robot arm.

Product weight 18 gAmbient temperature -10 to 60 °CNominal size M10Material float POM

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