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Red Festo pneumatic valve VL-5/2-D-1-FR-C in box

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Festo VL-5/2-D-1-FR-C 151014 pneumatic valve electrician tool

SKU CH-PPEK-4K6ST MPN VL-5/2-D-1-FR-C

A pneumatic valve for directional flow control in compressed-air systems, supplied new in a single-unit box

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Ready for immediate installation with new condition
  • Precise pneumatic control via 5/2-way valve design
  • Durable construction from Festo engineering standards
  • Distinctive red finish aids quick identification
  • Single-unit packaging simplifies procurement and storage

Pneumatic valve for electricians

The Festo VL-5/2-D-1-FR-C is a pneumatic valve supplied as test equipment for electricians. It arrives new in a single red box with item number 151014. The unit is intended for professional workshop use where compressed-air control is required. Parts carry a three-year cover and labour a one-year cover.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

The valve operates on compressed air so it generates no electrical heat and runs silently during standard actuation. No external power supply is needed and there are no moving electrical parts to create audible noise. Energy consumption is limited to the shop compressor load.

Behaviour under sustained load

Repeated cycling does not introduce thermal drift because the mechanism is purely pneumatic. The sealed spool design maintains consistent switching response over long duty cycles. No performance degradation is expected when the valve is actuated continuously within its rated pressure range. Electricians needing electronic diagnostic features should select a different tool.

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Price $71.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameVL-5/2-D-1-FR-C
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How is the Festo VL-5/2-D-1-FR-C pneumatic valve installed in a compressed-air system?

Connect the valve's threaded ports to the air supply and actuator lines using appropriate fittings and thread sealant; the step often missed is verifying the flow direction arrows on the valve body match the circuit design before pressurising.

What maintenance or replacement will the VL-5/2-D-1-FR-C valve need over time?

Plan to inspect and replace internal seals and the pilot diaphragm periodically; the manufacturer indicates parts coverage for three years and labour coverage for one year.

What operational limit appears first when the valve runs continuously under load?

The pilot solenoid coil temperature rise becomes the limiting factor during sustained cycling, so allow adequate cooling intervals or use a lower duty-cycle setting.

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