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Red Festo 5/3 solenoid valve 18 mm IP65 with LED indicator

Festo

Festo VSVA-B-P53U-ZH-A2-3AC1 547243 5/3 Solenoid Valve 230V AC IP65

SKU CH-HZV6-TR2RY MPN VSVA-B-P53U-ZH-A2-3AC1

A 5/3 pressurised solenoid valve with 450 l/min flow, 230 V AC operation, IP65 protection and reversible flow direction

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • 5/3 pressurised valve enables precise circuit control
  • 450 l/min standard flow supports high-demand pneumatic systems
  • 230 V AC coil with 100 % duty cycle suits continuous operation
  • IP65 NEMA 4 rating protects against dust and water jets
  • 18 ms on / 30 ms off switching speeds deliver fast response

Festo 5/3 Solenoid Valve 230V AC IP65

The Festo VSVA-B-P53U-ZH-A2-3AC1 is a 5/3-way solenoid valve designed for pneumatic automation systems. It operates on 230V AC supply with a 100% duty cycle for continuous operation. The valve features a piston gate design with soft sealing and external pilot air supply. An integrated LED provides signal status indication for system monitoring.

Replaces 5/2 or 3/2 valves needing mid-position

This valve suits applications requiring a pressurised centre position with overlap lap function. The jump is worth it when machinery needs three distinct flow paths instead of simple on-off switching. Reversible flow direction and flow control options add flexibility for retrofitting existing manifolds. Mechanical spring reset ensures reliable return to centre position after each actuation.

Sustained load performance at 100% duty cycle

The coil maintains 2.1 VA holding power during continuous energisation without overheating. Switching times remain consistent at 18 ms on and 30 ms off across the permissible voltage range of -15% to +10%. Pilot pressure range of 3 to 10 bar supports stable actuation under varying supply conditions. Compressed air quality per ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] ensures long-term sealing integrity.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameVSVA-B-P53U-ZH-A2-3AC1 547243
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

What pilot pressure range does the VSVA-B-P53U-ZH-A2-3AC1 require for external pilot air supply?

The valve needs an external pilot pressure between 3 bar and 10 bar, which must be supplied separately to the pilot air port for reliable operation.

Which mounting positions are permitted for the 18 mm piston gate valve body?

The valve can be mounted in any orientation because the mechanical spring reset and pilot-controlled design are not position-sensitive.

How often should the compressed air quality be checked against ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] to maintain the soft-sealing principle?

Verify air quality at each scheduled maintenance interval; contaminated air degrades the soft seals and can make oil lubrication mandatory for continued use.

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