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Red Festo VMPA2-M1H-G-PI solenoid valve 20mm

Festo

Festo VMPA2-M1H-G-PI Solenoid Valve 537955 20mm electrician tool

SKU CH-4TGT-S8P24 MPN VMPA2-M1H-G-PI

A 20 mm solenoid valve for pneumatic control, supplied as a single unit in a box

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Festo solenoid valve for precise pneumatic control
  • 20mm port size fits standard industrial manifolds
  • Part number 537955 ensures correct replacement ordering
  • Red colour coding allows quick visual identification
  • Supplied as single unit in protective box

Festo 20 mm Solenoid Valve

The Festo VMPA2-M1H-G-PI is a 20 mm solenoid valve designed for pneumatic control in electrical and automation installations. It functions as test equipment for verifying circuit operation and actuator response. The unit ships new in a single pack and carries a red finish for quick identification on the bench.

Upgrade from manual or slower valves

This valve replaces manual shut-off devices or slower-acting pilot valves where electrical actuation speed and repeatability matter. The jump is worth it when a system requires consistent switching cycles driven by a control signal rather than operator intervention. It suits panels that are being modernised to support automated test sequences.

Sustained cycling on the bench

Under continuous test cycles the valve maintains its switching rhythm without the heat soak that can affect larger pilot-operated models. The compact 20 mm body limits internal volume, so response stays repeatable during extended runs. It is not intended for high-flow distribution manifolds or applications demanding flow rates beyond the port capacity of this size.

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Price $73.99
Cheaper than about 66% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFesto
Model nameVMPA2-M1H-G-PI
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

What width clearance does the 20 mm solenoid valve require for mounting?

The valve body is 20 mm wide, so allow at least that much clear space on the manifold or bracket plus room for the PI plug-in connector to seat fully.

How is the VMPA2-M1H-G-PI installed, and what step is often missed?

Push the valve onto the manifold until the latch clicks, then insert the PI connector straight in; the missed step is forgetting to verify the latch is fully engaged before wiring.

What maintenance or replacement interval applies to this valve?

Festo specifies a three-year parts coverage period; plan to inspect seals and replace the valve if leakage or switching failure appears around that time.

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