LFR-1/8-D-MINI-MPA Festo Filter Regulator

USD 148.98

Mini filter regulator with G1/8 ports, 40 μm filtration, and 750 l/min flow rate. Features a 0.5–12 bar pressure range and vertical mounting.

SKU Festo-8002278 Category
Compressed air preparation

LFR-1/8-D-MINI-MPA Festo Filter regulator

Model Identifier LFR-1/8-D-MINI-MPA
Official Part Number 8002278
GTIN Standard 4052568423643

Technical Overview

The LFR-1/8-D-MINI-MPA is a high-performance filter regulator designed for precise compressed air preparation in pneumatic systems. Featuring a 40 µm filtration grade and a pressure regulation range of 0.5 to 12 bar, this D-series component ensures clean, controlled air flow for industrial automation. It is constructed with a die-cast zinc housing, a polycarbonate bowl with a metal bowl guard, and includes an integrated analog pressure gauge for real-time monitoring. Designed for vertical mounting, it offers a manual rotating condensate drain and a rotary knob actuator lock with detent for secure operation.

Key Features

  • Actuator lock: Rotary knob with detent
  • Integrated analog pressure gauge
  • Manual rotating condensate drain
  • Metal bowl guard for enhanced safety
  • 40 µm filtration grade
  • RoHS-compliant materials
  • Die-cast zinc housing

Standard nominal flow rate of 750 l/min for high-efficiency compressed air preparation.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
SizeMini
SeriesD
Actuator lockRotary knob with detent
Mounting positionVertical +/-5°
Grade of filtration40 µm
Condensate drainManually rotating
DesignFilter regulator with pressure gauge
Max. condensate volume22 ml
Bowl guardMetal bowl guard
Symbol00991585
Pressure gauge (ANALOG) or Pressure display (DIGITAL)With pressure gauge
Operating pressure (MPa)0.1 MPa ... 1.6 MPa
Operating pressure (bar)1 bar ... 16 bar
Pressure regulation range0.5 bar ... 12 bar
Max. pressure hysteresis0.2 bar
Standard nominal flow rate (standardised to DIN 1343)750 l/min
Operating mediumInert gases
Note on operating and pilot mediumLubricated operation possible (in which case lubricated operation will always be required)
Corrosion resistance class CRC2 - Moderate corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformityVDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Storage temperature-10 °C ... 60 °C
Air purity class at outputCompressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:8:4] Inert gases
Media temperature-10 °C ... 60 °C
Ambient temperature-10 °C ... 60 °C
Product weight460 g
Type of mountingWith accessories
Pneumatic connection, port 1G1/8
Pneumatic connection, port 2G1/8
Note on materialsRoHS-compliant
Material housingDie-cast zinc
Material bowlPC

Industrial Applications

1. Compact Packaging Machine Pneumatic Actuation Control

Utilizing the Festo LFR-1/8-D-MINI-MPA filter regulator to provide stable, clean compressed air to small pneumatic cylinders and directional control valves in an automated packaging or sorting line.

Problem Solved

Prevents pressure spikes that could cause erratic cylinder movement and damage delicate packaging materials. The 40 µm filtration protects downstream miniaturized valves from particulate wear, while the integrated metal bowl guard protects the polycarbonate bowl from accidental mechanical impacts common in busy packaging environments.

40 µm filtrationG1/8 connection750 l/min standard nominal flow rateMetal bowl guard0.5 bar ... 12 bar pressure regulation

2. Inert Gas Shielding Regulation for Robotic Welding Cells

Deploying the regulator for precise localized pressure control of inert shielding gases (such as Argon or gas mixtures) supplied directly to automated robotic welding stations.

Problem Solved

Resolves weld porosity and defect issues caused by inconsistent shielding gas flow. The regulator's max pressure hysteresis of 0.2 bar ensures a highly stable gas envelope. The die-cast zinc housing provides moderate corrosion resistance (CRC 2) suited for the harsh periphery of a welding cell, while the manually rotating drain allows easy purging of trace condensation.

Inert gasesMax. pressure hysteresis 0.2 barManually rotating condensate drainDie-cast zinc housingCorrosion resistance class CRC 2

3. Localized Gripper Force Control for End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT)

Mounting the compact filter regulator near the End-of-Arm Tooling on pick-and-place gantry robots to precisely manage the actuation force of pneumatic grippers handling fragile components in unconditioned environments.

Problem Solved

Eliminates the risk of crushing fragile parts by providing exact local pressure regulation. The low product weight (460 g) minimizes payload drag on the robotic arm, the wide temperature range (-10 °C to 60 °C) ensures reliability in unheated warehouses, and the rotary knob with detent prevents high-vibration robot movements from altering the pressure setpoint.

460 g product weightRotary knob with detent actuator lock-10 °C ... 60 °C ambient temperatureMini sizeVertical +/-5° mounting position

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