Festo Introduces CPE In-Line Solenoid Valves

1/24/2008 The CPE solenoid valve from Festo Corporation has proven its long service life and high performance with millions of installed units over many years. The classic CPE valve now has something new to offer: aluminum manifolds and M8 solenoid connections.

With its slim width, the CPE valve offers the highest flow rate of any valve of its size. The valve compact size enables it to be installed directly on the cylinders or on moving parts. These valves can withstand the toughest operating conditions.

The CPE solenoid valve can be used as an individual valve or can be mounted on a sturdy aluminum manifold ?a convenient way to simplify an installation.

Performance Highlights:

Space optimization ?widths of 10, 14, and 18 mm on an aluminum manifold rail

Flow rates of 350, 800, and 1,500 l/min

Economical operation with low power consumption of 1 or 1.5 watts

Wide pressure range of -9.9 ?10 bar for universal use

Switching times as low as 12 ms

Service Life Highlights:

Very long service life (100 million operating cycles)

Ultra low leakage rates

Maintenance free

Connection Technology

Wide choice of electrical connections

Aluminum manifolds in lengths of 2, 3, 4,10 valve positions

Comprehensive rage of accessories The aluminum manifold accepts all combinations of 5/2-way valves and 5/3-2way valves. The valve positions can be covered by a blanking plate for future expansion. Integrated manual override, standard on CPE valves, makes for easy commissioning.For more details, please visit: www.festo.com/us/cpe

About Festo

Festo is a leading global manufacturer of pneumatic and electromechanical systems, components and controls for industrial automation, with 56 national headquarters serving more than 180 countries. For more than 80 years, Festo has continuously elevated the state of manufacturing with innovations and optimized motion control solutions that deliver higher performing, more profitable automated manufacturing and processing equipment. Our dedication to the advancement of automation extends beyond technology to the education of current and future automation and robotics designers with simulation tools, teaching programs, and on-site services.