USD 182.34
5/2-way roller lever valve. Features 550 L/min flow, G1/4 ports, and vacuum compatibility for robust mechanical pneumatic signaling.
The Festo R-5-1/4-B (Part No. 8996) is a high-performance 5/2-way mechanically actuated roller lever valve designed for robust directional control in pneumatic systems. Featuring a durable die-cast aluminum housing and NBR seals, it delivers a standard nominal flow rate of 550 L/min. Suitable for both compressed air and vacuum applications (-0.95 to 10 bar), this poppet-seat valve operates with an actuation force of 75 N. It is ideal for use as a reliable mechanical limit switch or signal valve in automated assembly and conveying operations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Valve Function | 5/2-Way, Monostable |
| Actuation Type | Mechanical (Roller Lever) |
| Standard Nominal Flow Rate | 550 L/min |
| Operating Pressure | -0.95 to 10 bar |
| Pneumatic Connections | G1/4 (Ports 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) |
| Structural Design | Poppet Seat / Plate Seat |
| Nominal Width | 7 mm |
| Actuating Force | 75 N |
| Ambient Temperature | -10°C to 60°C |
| Housing Material | Die-cast Aluminum |
| Seals Material | NBR |
| Product Weight | 340 g |
Utilizing the valve as a purely mechanical limit switch on a material handling line to detect when a pallet or product has reached the end of the conveyor.
Provides a highly reliable, non-electrical signal to halt or divert packages, eliminating the risk of electronic sensor failure in dusty or explosive industrial environments.
Integrating the valve into a vacuum workholding circuit where the physical return of a machining carriage mechanically triggers the valve to drop the vacuum hold.
Because the valve is fully rated for vacuum operation down to -0.95 bar, it successfully manages negative pressure control without requiring pilot air, simplifying the vacuum release circuit.
Installing the roller lever valve at the hinge or track of a machine guard to ensure the main pneumatic supply is only active when the safety door is securely closed.
Acts as a primary mechanical safeguard. The 550 L/min flow capacity safely controls the main actuator supply, preventing operation and protecting operators if the guard is open.
