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Red Festo CPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8 air solenoid valve in box

Festo

Festo CPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8 163153 air solenoid valve

SKU CH-WEXV-6WQX3 MPN CPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8

Controls pneumatic flow with a 3/2-way solenoid valve in red, part 163153

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • 3/2-way valve function enables precise pneumatic control
  • 18 mm width allows compact manifold installation
  • Quick-connect QS-8 fittings speed up tubing assembly
  • Red colour coding simplifies circuit identification
  • New condition ensures full factory performance specification

Festo CPE18 pneumatic valve for automation

The Festo CPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8 is a pneumatic solenoid valve built for industrial automation tasks. It suits engineers and technicians who need reliable air control in machine-building or process applications. The unit carries part number 163153 and arrives in new condition as a single packed item.

Thermals and power in normal operation

The valve operates on standard industrial voltage and draws minimal current during switching cycles. Heat generation stays low because the coil is sized for intermittent duty rather than continuous energisation. Audible clicking is limited to the mechanical actuation, so background noise in the cabinet remains negligible.

Bundled parts and documentation

The box contains the valve body with integrated QS-8 push-in fittings for 8 mm tubing. A three-year parts coverage and one-year labour term are included with the purchase. No separate software, cables or mounting brackets are supplied, so installers should plan their own DIN-rail or manifold hardware.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameCPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How do I install the Festo CPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8 valve and what step is often missed?

Mount the valve on a flat surface using the M5 threaded ports, then push 8 mm tubing into the QS-8 fittings until it locks; the step often missed is pressurising the system slowly to verify seal integrity before full operation.

What maintenance or replacement will the Festo CPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8 need later?

Inspect the QS-8 push-in fittings and tubing for wear or leaks every six months; replace the complete valve unit if switching reliability drops, as internal seals are not user-serviceable.

What limit appears first on the Festo CPE18-M1H-3GLS-QS-8 under sustained use?

Continuous duty cycles can raise coil temperature toward its insulation class limit, so monitor coil surface heat and allow cooling intervals if the valve cycles rapidly for extended periods.

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