Product Description
The Festo MH1 series is an extremely small, fast, flexible, and durable miniature valve designed for tight spaces and demanding applications . Engineered for 24-hour operation with 100% duty cycles, the MH1 series comes complete with vacuum functions and is available in 10 mm, 14 mm, and 18 mm widths . With switching times as short as 2-4 ms, standard nominal flow rates of 100-400 l/min, and operating pressure from -0.9 to 8 bar, these miniaturized poppet valves deliver exceptional performance for applications requiring rapid response and high precision .
Key Features & Advantages:
Extremely Compact Design: Available in 10 mm, 14 mm, and 18 mm widths, making them ideal for installation in space-constrained automation equipment and tight control cabinets
Fast Switching Performance: Switching times of only 4 ms (10 mm width), 3 ms (14 mm width), or 2 ms (18 mm width), enabling high-speed applications such as precision dosing, welding, or rejection systems
Vacuum Capable: Suitable for vacuum operation down to -0.9 bar, expanding usability across a wide range of industrial scenarios requiring negative pressure handling
24/7 Continuous Operation: Designed for reliable 24-hour operation with 100% duty cycle, ensuring consistent performance in demanding industrial environments
Multiple Valve Functions: Available in 3/2-way (open/closed, monostable) and 2/2-way (closed, monostable) configurations, providing flexibility for various pneumatic control requirements
Dual Protection Class Options: Available with IP40 or IP65 degree of protection, allowing selection based on environmental requirements from basic dust protection to washdown-capable installations
New VUVG Pilot Valve Integration: The MH1 range now incorporates VUVG pilot valves, adding M8 connection with IP65 protection and expanding plug and connection concepts
Electrical Connection Flexibility: Available with individual electrical connection (flying leads) or multi-pin plug connection for simplified wiring in multi-valve assemblies
Low Corrosion Resistance: Rated with Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC) 1, providing low corrosion stress protection for controlled industrial environments
Multiple Voltage Options: Operates on 5 V DC, 12 V DC, or 24 V DC, providing compatibility with various control system power supplies
UL Approval: Carries c UL us - Recognized (OL) certification (UL MH19482), ensuring safety and reliability for North American and international industrial applications
LED Status Indication: Features clearly visible LED on the electric sub-base for visual indication of valve switching status, facilitating easy system troubleshooting
Reduced Holding Current Option: Available with reduced holding current for low-energy use in portable devices, extending battery life and reducing power consumption
Poppet Valve Design: Features poppet valve with mechanical spring return and direct control, providing reliable sealing and extended service life
RoHS Compliant: Manufactured RoHS-compliant and free of copper and PTFE, meeting stringent environmental and material compliance standards
Technical Specifications:
Brand: Festo
Model Series: MH1
Width Options: 10 mm, 14 mm, 18 mm
Valve Function Options: 3/2 open monostable, 3/2 closed monostable, 2/2 closed monostable
Standard Nominal Flow Rate: 100 l/min (10 mm), 220 l/min (14 mm), 400 l/min (18 mm)
Switching Time: 4 ms (10 mm), 3 ms (14 mm), 2 ms (18 mm)
Operating Pressure: -0.9 bar to 8 bar
Vacuum Suitability: Yes
Operating Medium: Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Nominal Width: 0.9 mm
Pneumatic Working Port: M3, M5
Type Code: MH1
Sealing Principle: Soft
Valve Design: Poppet valve with return spring
Reset Method: Mechanical spring
Type of Control: Direct
Exhaust Air Function: With flow control option
Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC): 1 – Low corrosion stress
Degree of Protection: IP40 or IP65 (model dependent)
Ambient Temperature: -5°C to 40°C
Media Temperature: -5°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
Operating Voltage Options: 5 V DC, 12 V DC, 24 V DC
Duty Cycle: 100%
Signal Status Display: LED
Certifications: c UL us - Recognized (OL) – UL MH19482
Material Note: RoHS-compliant, Free of copper and PTFE
Ideal For:
Electronics assembly and semiconductor manufacturing, light assembly industries, textiles industry, precision engineering and medical device manufacturing , precision dosing applications requiring high accuracy, welding systems requiring fast valve response, rejection and sorting systems, portable battery-operated devices (reduced holding current variants), vacuum handling applications, applications requiring UL certification, and systems where space is extremely limited.
Why Choose Festo MH1 Series Miniature Valve?
Engineered by Festo with ultra-compact 10-18 mm widths, industry-leading switching times of 2-4 ms, 24/7 continuous operation capability, vacuum compatibility down to -0.9 bar, flow rates from 100-400 l/min, multiple valve functions (3/2 and 2/2), IP40 or IP65 protection options, new VUVG pilot valve integration with M8 IP65 connection, multiple voltage options (5/12/24 V DC), UL approval, LED status indication, reduced holding current option for portable devices, CRC 1 corrosion resistance, RoHS compliance with copper and PTFE-free construction, and German engineering quality, this miniature valve series ensures exceptional reliability, flexibility, and performance for demanding high-speed and space-constrained industrial automation applications.
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