Festo CPE18-M1H-3OLS-1.4 Air solenoid valve 163144
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Festo CPE18-M1H-3OLS-1.4 Air Solenoid Valve (Order No. 163144)
1. Product Overview
The Festo CPE18-M1H-3OLS-1.4, with the order number 163144, is a high-performance 5/2-way air solenoid valve belonging to Festo’s CPE series, which is widely recognized for its reliability, compact structure, and versatile applicability in industrial automation systems. As a core component in pneumatic control circuits, this solenoid valve is specifically designed to regulate the direction, flow, and on-off state of compressed air, thereby controlling the operation of pneumatic actuators such as cylinders, grippers, and air motors. It features a monostable (spring-return) operation mode and a 3/2-way function variant, making it suitable for intermittent and continuous operation scenarios in various industries, including automotive manufacturing, electronic assembly, packaging machinery, food processing, and automated material handling.
Constructed with high-quality corrosion-resistant materials and precision-machined internal components, the CPE18-M1H-3OLS-1.4 ensures stable performance even in harsh industrial environments with temperature fluctuations, dust, and mild moisture. It adopts a direct-acting solenoid actuation principle, enabling quick response times and precise control, which is critical for high-efficiency automation processes. With its compact design, the valve can be easily integrated into dense pneumatic control panels or space-constrained equipment, while its standardized interface ensures compatibility with Festo’s modular pneumatic system and other standard industrial components. Additionally, it supports both lubricated and lubrication-free operation, providing flexibility to adapt to different maintenance requirements and clean application needs.
2. Main Functions
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Function
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Detailed Description
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Compressed Air Direction Control
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Acts as a 3/2-way valve to control the flow direction of compressed air, switching between two working positions to extend or retract pneumatic actuators (e.g., cylinders) or activate/deactivate other pneumatic components. It ensures precise and rapid direction switching to meet the synchronization requirements of automated processes.
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Monostable Spring-Return Operation
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Operates in monostable mode: when the solenoid is energized, the valve switches to the working position; when de-energized, it automatically returns to the initial position under the action of a built-in spring. This function ensures safe shutdown and reset of the pneumatic system in case of power failure, preventing equipment damage and operational accidents.
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Quick Response Actuation
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Adopts direct-acting solenoid actuation, which eliminates the need for auxiliary air pressure to trigger the valve, resulting in a fast response time (≤15 ms). This enables rapid control of pneumatic actuators, improving the overall efficiency of the automation line.
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Flow Rate Regulation
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Equipped with a built-in flow control structure that allows precise adjustment of compressed air flow rate, matching the air demand of different pneumatic actuators. This optimizes energy consumption and ensures stable operation of the actuators (e.g., uniform speed of cylinder movement).
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Corrosion-Resistant Operation
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Constructed with nickel-plated brass valve body and stainless steel internal components, it resists mild industrial corrosion, dust, and moisture. This ensures long-term stable performance in harsh factory environments, reducing maintenance frequency and extending service life.
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Flexible Lubrication Options
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Operates efficiently with either lubricated or lubrication-free compressed air. Lubrication-free operation avoids contamination of workpieces and equipment, making it suitable for clean applications such as electronic assembly and food processing.
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Standardized Interface Compatibility
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Features a G1/4 port size and standardized mounting dimensions, ensuring compatibility with Festo’s modular pneumatic components (e.g., manifolds, sensors) and other standard industrial pneumatic systems. This simplifies installation, replacement, and system expansion.
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3. Technical Features
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Compact Modular Design: Optimized CPE series profile with a small installation footprint, allowing easy integration into dense control panels or space-constrained equipment. The modular structure also facilitates centralized installation with other Festo valves via manifolds.
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Direct-Acting Solenoid Actuation: Direct-acting design ensures fast response time (≤15 ms) and reliable operation even at low inlet pressures (0.1–10 bar), eliminating the need for auxiliary air pressure and simplifying system design.
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High-Durability Material Construction: Nickel-plated brass valve body for corrosion resistance and mechanical strength; stainless steel spool and spring for wear resistance and long service life; NBR seals for reliable airtightness and leak prevention.
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Monostable (Spring-Return) Operation: Built-in return spring ensures the valve resets to the initial position when de-energized, providing fail-safe protection for the pneumatic system and preventing equipment damage in case of power failure.
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Wide Operational Range: Operates at an inlet pressure range of 0.1–10 bar (0.01–1.0 MPa) and an ambient temperature range of -10°C to +50°C (no condensation), compatible with standard industrial compressed air systems and diverse factory environments.
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High Flow Capacity: Designed with an optimized internal flow channel, providing a high flow rate (Cv value: 0.5) to meet the air demand of large pneumatic actuators and ensure efficient system operation.
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PWIS Compliance: Free of Paint Wetting Impairment Substances (PWIS), complying with VDMA 24364 standards, making it safe for use in automotive painting processes and other applications where surface contamination must be avoided.
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Low Power Consumption: Equipped with a low-power solenoid coil (24 V DC, 1.8 W), reducing energy consumption and heat generation, which is beneficial for long-term continuous operation and energy conservation.
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Easy Installation and Maintenance: Standardized G1/4 ports and mounting dimensions for quick installation; detachable solenoid coil and sealed internal components simplify maintenance and replacement, minimizing downtime.
4. Product Dimensions (Unit: mm)
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Dimension Parameter
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Value
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Valve Body Length (L)
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68
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Valve Body Width (W)
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45
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Valve Body Height (H)
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82
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Port Size (Inlet/Outlet/Exhaust)
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G1/4 (13.16 mm Inner Diameter)
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Mounting Hole Diameter
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5.5
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Mounting Hole Spacing (Center-to-Center)
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32 × 32
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Solenoid Coil Diameter
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30
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Solenoid Coil Length
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40
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5. Weight and Material Specifications
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Component
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Material
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Weight (g)
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Valve Body
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Nickel-Plated Brass
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180
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Solenoid Coil
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Copper Wire + Plastic Shell
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65
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Spool
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Stainless Steel (1.4301)
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25
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Return Spring
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Stainless Steel (1.4310)
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5
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Seals & O-Rings
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NBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber)
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8
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Mounting Fasteners
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Zinc-Plated Steel
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12
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Total Weight (Complete Assembly)
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295
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6. Key Performance Parameters
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Parameter
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Value
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Mode of Operation
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Monostable (Spring-Return), 3/2-Way
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Order Number
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163144
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Actuation Principle
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Direct-Acting Solenoid
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Operating Pressure Range
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0.1 – 10 bar (0.01 – 1.0 MPa)
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Ambient Temperature Range
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-10°C to +50°C (No Condensation)
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Fluid Medium
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Filtered Compressed Air (ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4])
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Flow Capacity (Cv Value)
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0.5
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Solenoid Voltage
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24 V DC
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Solenoid Power Consumption
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1.8 W
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Response Time
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≤15 ms (Energize/De-Energize)
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Port Type
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G1/4 (BSPP)
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Corrosion Resistance Class
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CRC 2 (Moderate Corrosion Stress)
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PWIS Compliance
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Yes (VDMA 24364)
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WHO WE ARE
About us
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