Festo
Festo VUVS-L30-P53C-MD-G38-F8-1C1 electrician tool
A 5/3 closed-centre solenoid valve with G3/8 ports, 2000 l/min flow and 24 V DC pilot control
- TypeTest Equipment
- Color/FinishRed
- Item Count1 pack
- Selling UnitBox
- Parts3 Years
- Labor1 Year
- 5/3 closed valve function ensures precise pneumatic control
- 24 V DC coil with 3.3 W power enables efficient electrical actuation
- 2000 l/min nominal flow rate supports high-demand pneumatic systems
- 17 ms on switching time delivers rapid response for automated processes
- G3/8 pneumatic ports provide standardised connectivity for industrial piping
Festo 5/3 closed solenoid valve
The Festo VUVS-L30-P53C-MD-G38-F8-1C1 is a 5/3-way pneumatic valve with a closed centre function. It suits automation engineers who need reliable mid-position holding for cylinders or actuators. The pilot-controlled piston gate design operates on 24V DC with a 3.3 watt coil. Buyers needing a 5/2 function or a larger nominal width should select a different model.
Thermal and power profile
The valve draws 3.3 watts at 24V DC with permissible voltage fluctuations of +/- 10 percent. A 100 percent duty cycle allows continuous energisation without thermal derating. Switching times are 17 ms on, 76 ms off and 39 ms changeover. The unit is rated for operating pressures between 2.5 bar and 10 bar.
Build and connections
The 31 mm valve body uses a G3/8 pneumatic working port and an 8.9 mm nominal width. Steel nickel-plated screws and a soft sealing principle support the stated flow rate of 2000 l/min. Mounting position is unrestricted and the manual override offers both non-detenting and detenting operation. Pilot air supply is internal, so no external pilot line is required.
Highlights
- 5/3 closed valve function ensures precise pneumatic control
- 24 V DC coil with 3.3 W power enables efficient electrical actuation
- 2000 l/min nominal flow rate supports high-demand pneumatic systems
- 17 ms on switching time delivers rapid response for automated processes
- G3/8 pneumatic ports provide standardised connectivity for industrial piping
Specifications
| Brand | FESTO |
|---|---|
| Model | VUVS-L30-P53C-MD-G38-F8-1C1 |
| Type | Test Equipment |
| Color/Finish | Red |
| Item Count | 1 pack |
| Selling Unit | Box |
| Parts | 3 Years |
| Labor | 1 Year |
Questions about this item
How do I wire the 24 V DC coil on the G3/8 port valve, and what is the common polarity mistake?
Connect 24 V DC within the +/- 10 % range to the pilot-controlled coil; the coil draws 3.3 W. The step often missed is observing polarity on the non-detenting manual override circuit, which will not switch if reversed.
What maintenance does the piston gate valve with 8.9 mm nominal width need over time?
The soft-sealing piston gate valve is rated for 100 % duty cycle at 2.5 to 10 bar. Plan to inspect seals and the flow-control option every 3 years (parts coverage) and verify the 0.4 b-value remains stable; replace the valve if leakage exceeds the C value of 8.9 l/sbar.
At what point does heat or response lag limit continuous cycling of this 2000 l/min valve?
With a 17 ms on-time, 39 ms changeover and 76 ms off-time, the 100 % duty cycle rating means thermal limits are not reached first. The practical limit is the 3600 µs maximum negative test pulse on the 1 signal; sustained pulses beyond that will cause missed shifts before the coil overheats.
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