SPAN-B-B11R-M5FAL-PN-L1+2.5S Festo Pressure Sensor

Technical Overview

The Festo SPAN-B-B11R-M5FAL-PN-L1+2.5S is a high-performance piezoresistive pressure sensor designed for monitoring relative pressure in compressed air systems and inert gases. It features an illuminated LCD display for real-time monitoring and a switchable PNP/NPN output configuration. This sensor offers versatile switching functions including window and threshold value comparators, and its settings can be adjusted via teach-in or physical keys. With its compact design, M5 female pneumatic connection, and suitability for Li-ion battery production, it provides a reliable solution for precision industrial automation applications.

Key Features

Relative pressure measurement variable
Piezoresistive measurement method
Switchable PNP/NPN output
Window and threshold value comparator functions
Switchable N/C or N/O contact
Illuminated LCD display
Teach-in setting via display and keys
PIN code protection against tampering
Suitable for Li-ion battery production with reduced Cu/Zn/Ni values
Short circuit current rating protection
Reverse polarity protection for all electrical connections

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Symbol	00997331
Approval	RCM trademark c UL us listed (OL)
CE mark	To EU EMC Directive In accordance with EU RoHS Directive
UKCA marking	To UK RoHS instructions
Note on materials	RoHS-compliant
Measured variable	Relative pressure
Measurement method	Piezoresistive pressure sensor
Start value for pressure measuring range (MPa)	-0.1 MPa
Start value for pressure measuring range (bar)	-1 bar
Start value for pressure measuring range (psi)	-14.5 psi
End value for pressure measuring range (MPa)	1 MPa
End value for pressure measuring range (bar)	10 bar
End value for pressure measuring range (psi)	145 psi
Max. overload pressure	15 bar
Overload pressure (MPa)	1.5 MPa
Overload pressure (bar)	15 bar
Overload pressure (psi)	217.5 psi
Operating medium	Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] Inert gases
Note on operating and pilot medium	Lubricated operation possible
Media temperature	0 °C ... 50 °C
Ambient temperature	0 °C ... 50 °C
Accuracy in ± % FS	1.5 %FS
Repetition accuracy in ± %FS	0.3 %FS
Temperature coefficient in ± %FS/K	0.1 %FS/K
Switching output	PNP/NPN, switchable
Switching function	Window comparator Threshold value comparator
Switching element function	N/C or N/O contact, switchable
Max. output current	80 mA
Short circuit current rating	yes
Operational voltage range	DC 10.8 V ... 30 V
Reverse polarity protection	For all electrical connections
Electrical connection 1, connection type	Plugs
Electrical connection 1, connector system	Connection pattern L1J
Electrical connection 1, number of connections/cores	4
Electrical connection 1, connection pattern	00995428
Type of mounting	Via wall/surface bracket
Mounting position	optional
Pneumatic connection	Female thread M5
Product weight	21 g
Material housing	PA-reinforced
Material in contact with the medium	FPM PA-reinforced
Display type	Illuminated LCD
Displayable units	MPa bar inHg kPa mmHg psi
Setting options	Teach-in Via display and keys
Protection against tampering	PIN code
Setting range threshold value	0 % ... 100 %
Setting range hysteresis	0 % ... 90 %
Degree of protection	IP40
Corrosion resistance class CRC	2 - Moderate corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformity	VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Suitability for the production of Li-ion batteries	Suitable for battery production with reduced Cu/Zn/Ni values (F1a)
Cleanroom suitability	Class 4 according to ISO 14644-1

Industrial Applications

1. Li-Ion Battery Cell Automated Pick-and-Place Monitoring

Utilizing the Festo SPAN-B-B11R pressure sensor to monitor vacuum and pressure levels during the precise handling of electrode sheets and separator films in battery manufacturing facilities.

Problem Solved

Prevents critical short circuits and thermal runaway in battery cells by avoiding copper, zinc, and nickel contamination during pneumatic handling, while accurately verifying vacuum grips using the -1 to 10 bar measurement range.

Li-ion battery production (F1a)Reduced Cu/Zn/Ni-1 bar to 10 bar rangeCleanroom Class 4

2. Semiconductor Wafer Handling End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT)

Integrating the ultra-lightweight pressure sensor directly onto high-speed robotic handling arms in semiconductor fabrication plants to regulate inert gas flow and monitor vacuum pressure for delicate wafer transfers.

Problem Solved

Overcomes payload limitations and inertia issues on high-speed robotic actuators due to its minimal 21g mass, while maintaining strict ISO Class 4 cleanroom compliance to prevent particulate contamination.

21 g product weightCleanroom Class 4 ISO 14644-1Inert gasesPiezoresistive pressure sensorM5 female thread

3. Tamper-Proof Pneumatic Clamping Verification for Fragile Assembly

Deploying the sensor in automated light assembly lines to verify that pneumatic actuators are applying the exact required pressure when clamping fragile electrical or plastic components.

Problem Solved

Eliminates component crushing or slippage by utilizing the window comparator function to enforce precise upper and lower pressure thresholds, while preventing unauthorized adjustments by floor operators through strict PIN code protection.

Window comparatorPIN code protectionSwitchable PNP/NPN0.3 %FS repetition accuracyIlluminated LCD