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Red Festo MVH-5/3E-3/8-B 14943 air solenoid valve in box

Festo

Festo MVH-5/3E-3/8-B 14943 electrician tool

SKU CH-5TCJ-D8HV7 MPN MVH-5/3E-3/8-B

Air solenoid valve for pneumatic control, supplied new in a single box

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Air solenoid valve controls pneumatic flow precisely
  • Red finish aids quick identification on site
  • Supplied as a single unit in a box
  • Three-year parts coverage protects the investment
  • One-year labour coverage supports ongoing reliability

5/3 Solenoid Valve Function

The Festo MVH-5/3E-3/8-B is a 5/3-way air solenoid valve designed for pneumatic control systems. It manages compressed air flow through five ports and three switched positions using electrical actuation. The valve is supplied new in a single pack.

Maintenance and Automation Engineers

This valve suits engineers specifying pneumatic circuits for machinery or process automation where a centred exhaust or pressure function is required. Buyers needing a simple 2/2 or 3/2 on-off valve, or a valve with a different port thread size, should look at alternative models.

Part Number 14943 Identification

The manufacturer part number 14943 is the definitive reference for ordering the exact MVH-5/3E-3/8-B variant. Verifying this number against the system bill of materials ensures the correct port configuration and electrical characteristics are received.

How it compares

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Price $821.99
Pricier than about 92% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameMVH-5/3E-3/8-B
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How do I install the MVH-5/3E-3/8-B solenoid valve and which port orientation mistake should I avoid?

Mount the valve using its 3/8 inch ports, connect the air supply to the port marked P, and wire the solenoid coil to the rated voltage; the common error is swapping the P and R ports, which reverses flow direction.

What maintenance or replacement will the MVH-5/3E-3/8-B need over time?

Replace the internal seals and pilot valve assembly when leakage appears; the manufacturer covers parts for three years and labour for one year.

What limit appears first during continuous cycling of the MVH-5/3E-3/8-B?

Coil temperature rise limits the maximum cycling rate; exceeding the duty cycle causes overheating and protective shutdown.

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