VUVS-L30-B52-D-G38-F8-1C1+G Festo Solenoid Valve

RM 325.00

Bistable piston gate valve with 13ms reversal time. Operates at 1.5-10 bar with internal pilot air, soft sealing, and Type C electrical connection.

SKU Festo-8059149 Category
Universal directional control valves

VUVS-L30-B52-D-G38-F8-1C1+G Festo Solenoid valve

Model Identifier VUVS-L30-B52-D-G38-F8-1C1+G
Official Part Number 8059149
GTIN Standard 4052568435578

Technical Overview

The Festo VUVS-L30-B52-D-G38-F8-1C1+G is a professional-grade 5/2-way bistable solenoid valve designed for industrial automation. It features a robust piston gate valve design with a soft sealing principle and internal pilot air supply. Capable of handling a standard nominal flow rate of 2300 l/min, it is constructed from painted die-cast aluminium with a wrought aluminium alloy piston slide. This electric-actuated valve is optimized for manifold or through-hole mounting and provides IP65 protection when used with a plug socket.

Key Features

  • 5/2 bistable valve function
  • Piston gate valve design for reliability
  • IP65 degree of protection with plug socket
  • Non-reversible flow direction
  • Detenting and non-detenting manual override
  • Internal pilot air supply
  • RoHS-compliant materials

High standard nominal flow rate of 2300 l/min within a 31mm compact valve width.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Valve function5/2 bistable
Type of actuationElectric
Valve size31 mm
Standard nominal flow rate2300 l/min
pneumatic working portG3/8
Operating voltage24V DC
Operating pressure MPa0.15 MPa ... 1 MPa
Operating pressure bar1.5 bar ... 10 bar
DesignPiston gate valve
Approvalc UL us - Recognized (OL)
Degree of protectionIP65 With plug socket To IEC 60529
Nominal size9.4 mm
Exhaust-air functionWith flow control option
Sealing principleSoft
Mounting positionoptional
Manual overrideDetenting Non-detenting
Type of pilotingPilot actuated
Pilot air supplyInternal
Flow directionNon-reversible
Symbol00991013
lapOverlap
b value0.4
C value9.9 l/sbar
Switching time reversal13 ms
Duty cycle100%
Max. positive test pulse with 0 signal2000 µs
Max. negative test pulse with 1 signal3600 µs
Characteristic coil data24 V DC: 3.3 W
Permissible voltage fluctuations+/- 10 %
Operating mediumCompressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Note on operating and pilot mediumLubricated operation possible (in which case lubricated operation will always be required)
Vibration resistanceTransport application test with severity level 2 to FN 942017-4 and EN 60068-2-6
Shock resistanceShock test with severity level 2 to FN 942017-5 and EN 60068-2-27
Corrosion resistance class CRC2 - Moderate corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformityVDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Cleanroom suitabilityClass 6 according to ISO 14644-1
Media temperature-10 °C ... 60 °C
Pilot mediumCompressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Ambient temperature-10 °C ... 60 °C
Product weight585 g
Electrical connectionType C To EN 175301-803
Type of mountingOn manifold rail With through-hole
Breather connectionNot ducted
Pilot exhaust port 82M5
Pilot exhaust port 84M5
Pneumatic connection, port 1G3/8
Pneumatic connection, port 2G3/8
Pneumatic connection, port 3G3/8
Pneumatic connection, port 4G3/8
Pneumatic connection, port 5G3/8
Note on materialsRoHS-compliant
Material sealsHNBR NBR
Material housingDie-cast aluminium Painted
Material piston slideWrought aluminium alloy
Material screwsNickel-plated steel

Industrial Applications

1. Automated Palletizing Pusher Arm Control

Control of a high-force pneumatic diverter arm in a heavy-duty palletizing system used to sort full pallets onto different shipping lanes.

Problem Solved

Prevents pallet load instability during power interruptions. In high-throughput logistics, a monostable valve would retract the pusher arm immediately upon a safety E-stop or power loss, potentially leaving a 500kg pallet stranded or dropping it between conveyors. This application utilizes the bistable memory function to ensure the arm remains in its fully extended or retracted state until explicitly commanded otherwise, securing the load even when the 24V DC control signal is cut.

2300 l/min Flow Rate5/2 Bistable FunctionDouble SolenoidIP65 ProtectionSafety Retention

2. Automated Welding Jig Clamping System

Actuation of pneumatic toggle clamps in an automotive body-in-white welding cell, securing chassis parts for robotic welding.

Problem Solved

Ensures process reliability in a harsh, spark-prone environment. The clamping fixtures must maintain grip pressure for extended periods without overheating the valve coils and must not release the part if the light curtain is tripped (cutting power). The impulse-controlled bistable solenoid eliminates coil heating during long weld cycles and guarantees the clamp stays locked during power-off safety states. The CRC2 corrosion resistance and metal housing withstand weld fumes and spatter.

Impulse ControlCRC2 Corrosion ResistanceEnergy EfficiencyMetal Housing24V DC

3. Industrial Hopper Gate Actuation

Operation of large slide gates on bulk material hoppers in a concrete or aggregate processing plant, regulating the flow of raw materials.

Problem Solved

Handles the high air volume required for large bore cylinders (e.g., 125mm) used to shear through heavy aggregate flow. The 2300 l/min flow rate provides the necessary speed to close the gate quickly for precise dosing. The IP65 rating protects against the heavy concrete dust, while the bistable function allows the gate to remain in the 'open' or 'closed' position indefinitely without continuous power consumption, preventing unintended material spills during power failures.

High Flow PneumaticsG3/8 Port SizeDust Tight (IP65)Heavy Duty ActuationPulse Operation

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