MFH-5-1/4 – Air Solenoid Valve – Festo Directional Control Valves

$ 15.18

SKU: Festo 6211

Manufacturer Part Number: Festo 6211
Festo Directional Control Valves: MFH-5-1/4
OEM Spec Ref 

The Festo MFH-5-1/4 with MPN 6211 is a high-performance directional control valve designed for precision and durability in controlling compressed air flow in pneumatic systems. With its robust aluminum die-cast housing, this valve is ideally suited for harsh environments, offering excellent corrosion resistance and high reliability.

Key Features:

  • Versatile Valve Functions: Operates as a 5/2 monostable valve, offering flexible control options for your pneumatic systems.
  • Efficient Actuation: Electrically actuated, it ensures swift and reliable operation with a minimal electrical power consumption of 4.5 W.
  • High Flow Capability: Provides a maximum nominal flow rate of 1000 l/min, making it suitable for a range of industrial applications.
  • Durable Build: Constructed with an aluminum housing and equipped with a mechanical spring for easy reset, it stands up to demanding operational conditions.
  • Flexible Installation: The valve can be mounted on a DIN rail or directly to a manifold, with G1/4 threaded connections for ease of integration into existing systems.
  • Environmental Resistance: Rated with a corrosion resistant class KBK 1, it handles low corrosion stress efficiently, and is ATEX certified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.

Benefits:

  • Energy Efficiency: Optimizes energy use with its low magnet power requirement, contributing to lower operational costs.
  • Operational Reliability: Ensures consistent performance and reduces downtime due to its robust construction and high-quality materials.
  • Enhanced Safety: With compliance to stringent safety standards including ATEX, it ensures safe operation in hazardous conditions.

Applications:

  • Oil Platforms: Ideal for managing air flow under the extreme conditions of offshore environments.
  • Chemical Production Facilities: Provides reliable control in the processing of chemicals where precise air flow is critical.
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Ensures accurate and stable air flow in the production of pharmaceuticals, where air purity and control are paramount.
  • Automation and Robotics: A key component in automated and robotic systems, offering precise control to enhance system efficiency and reliability.

The Festo MFH-5-1/4 directional control valve represents a blend of precision engineering and versatility, making it a prime choice for enhancing the performance and reliability of industrial pneumatic systems​.

Technical Data

Feature Specification
Valve function 5/2, monostable
Actuation type Electrical
Width 30.5 mm
Standard nominal flow rate 1000 l/min
Pneumatic working port G1/4
Operating voltage Via solenoid coil, to be ordered separately
Operating pressure 0.22 MPa … 0.8 MPa
Operating pressure 2.2 bar … 8 bar
Structural design Plate seat
Reset method Mechanical spring
Certification c UL us – Recognized (OL)
Degree of protection IP65
Nominal width 7 mm
Width dimension 32 mm
Exhaust air function With flow control option
Sealing principle Soft
Mounting position Any
Manual override Detenting
Type of control Pilot-controlled
Flow direction Non-reversible
Symbol 00991035
Lap Underlap
b-value 0.19
C value 4.49 l/sbar
Switching time off 29 ms
On switching time 9 ms
Max. positive test pulse with 0 signal 2200 µs
Max. negative test pulse on 1 signal 3700 µs
Coil characteristics See solenoid coil, to be ordered separately
Operating medium Compressed air as per ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Information on operating and pilot media Operation with oil lubrication possible (required for further use)
Corrosion resistance class (CRC) 1 – Low corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformity VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Storage temperature -20 °C … 60 °C
Temperature of medium -10 °C … 60 °C
Ambient temperature -5 °C … 40 °C
Product weight 290 g
Electrical connection Via F coil, to be ordered separately
Type of mounting Optionally:
On terminal strip
With through-hole
Pilot exhaust air port 84 M5
Pneumatic connection 1 G1/4
Pneumatic connection 2
Pneumatic connection 3 G1/4
Pneumatic connection 4 G1/4
Pneumatic connection 5 G1/4
Note on materials RoHS-compliant
Seals material NBR
Housing material Die-cast aluminum
Weight 0.29 kg