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Red Festo VL/O-3-1/2 pneumatic valve in box

Festo

Festo VL/O-3-1/2 9983 electrician tool

SKU CH-GDQ8-SY16Y MPN VL/O-3-1/2

Pneumatic valve for controlling compressed air flow in electrical installations

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Pneumatic valve for precise airflow control
  • Red finish for quick visual identification
  • Supplied as a single pack in a box
  • Three-year parts coverage included
  • One-year labor coverage included

Pneumatic valve for system testing

The Festo VL/O-3-1/2 9983 is a pneumatic valve designed for test equipment applications. Electricians and automation technicians use it to control airflow during circuit verification and pressure checks. Supplied as a single unit in a box, it arrives in new condition with a red finish for quick identification on the bench.

Replaces worn or mismatched valve bodies

Swap this unit in when an existing valve leaks, sticks or no longer matches the required flow path for the test rig. The change is worth it when downtime from unreliable actuation outweighs the cost of a direct replacement. A three-year parts warranty and one-year labour coverage back the installation.

Limited to pneumatic test bench use

This valve operates only with compressed air systems built for testing and measurement tasks. It is not rated for hydraulic fluid, high-cycle production lines or safety-critical emergency stop circuits. Buyers needing chemical compatibility, higher pressure ratings or certified safety functions must select a different component.

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Price $59.99
Cheaper than about 74% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameVL/O-3-1/2
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

What port thread does the VL/O-3-1/2 pneumatic valve use for mounting?

The valve body has standard pneumatic ports; use the matching fittings supplied with your airline kit to secure it in the manifold.

Which step do installers most often miss when fitting the 9983 valve?

They forget to purge the airline before tightening the connections, leaving debris that can jam the spool.

When should the internal seals on this Festo valve be replaced?

Plan a seal kit change after three years of service or sooner if you notice air bypassing the exhaust port.

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