Product Description
The Festo VMPAL-AP series sub-bases are modular manifold plates designed for the MPA-L valve terminal system, providing both pneumatic supply and mechanical mounting for pneumatic valves . These sub-bases form the foundation of the Type 34 valve island architecture and are available in three widths to accommodate 10 mm, 14 mm or 20 mm valve sizes, with configurations for 1 or 4 valve stations . Manufactured from PA-reinforced material with CRC 3 high corrosion resistance, the VMPAL-AP sub-bases support reversible flow direction, mixable valve sizes, and feature integrated options for check valves and pressure zone separation (channels 1, 3 and 5 blocked) .
Key Features & Advantages
One or Four Valve Stations per Sub-Base: Available as single-station sub-bases (VMPAL-AP-10/14/20 series) for individual valve mounting, or 4-station combination sub-bases (VMPAL-AP-4X10/4X14 series) for higher valve density
Three Widths for Three Valve Sizes: VMPAL-AP-10 series for 10 mm valves (width 12.3-13.3 mm), VMPAL-AP-14 series for 14 mm valves (width 14.9 mm), and VMPAL-AP-20 series for 20 mm valves (width 21.2 mm), allowing mixed valve sizes within the same valve terminal
Exceptional Corrosion Resistance Class CRC 3: Rated for high corrosion stress according to FN 940070, providing protection for demanding environments including chemical plants, marine installations, and outdoor applications
Wide Operating Pressure Range -0.9 to 10 bar: Suitable for both vacuum applications (down to -0.9 bar) and positive pressure systems up to 10 bar, with pilot pressure range of 3 to 8 bar
LABS (PWIS) Conformity VDMA24364-B1/B2-L: Complies with paint-wetting impairment substances standards, making these sub-bases suitable for paint shop environments and applications sensitive to paint defects
Reversible Flow Direction: Standard VMPAL-AP sub-bases feature reversible flow direction, providing flexibility for different pneumatic circuit designs . Non-reversible variants available with integrated check valves (suffix -RV)
Pressure Zone Separation Options: Available with channel isolation features including T1 (channel 1 blocked), T35 (channels 3 and 5 blocked), and T135 (channels 1, 3 and 5 blocked) for creating independent pressure zones within the same terminal
Integrated Check Valve Option (-RV Suffix): Sub-bases with suffix -RV feature integrated non-return check valves for specific directional control applications
Mixable Valve Sizes Within Same Terminal: The VMPAL-AP platform supports mixing of 10 mm, 14 mm and 20 mm valve sizes on the same valve terminal, enabling optimised flow selection per valve position
PA-Reinforced Material Construction: Manufactured from high-strength PA-reinforced (polyamide) material with RoHS compliance, offering excellent chemical resistance, dimensional stability, and lightweight construction
Wide Operating Temperature Range -5°C to +50°C: Operates reliably across standard industrial environmental conditions
Multiple Pneumatic Connection Options: Working ports available with push-in fittings for tubing sizes 4 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 1/4", 5/16", 5/32", as well as cartridge connections (18 mm for 20 mm valves)
Electrical Interlinking Module Integration: Sub-bases available with or without electrical interlinking modules; grey modules for single solenoid (1 coil), black modules for double solenoid (2 coils)
Compact Dimensions: Single station sub-base length of 107.3 mm across all series; 4-station combination sub-bases proportionally longer
Product Weight Range: 46.7 g (VMPAL-AP-20-T135) to 130.8 g (VMPAL-AP-4X14-QS6-1) depending on valve size and station count
RoHS Compliant: Manufactured without restricted hazardous substances, meeting stringent environmental compliance standards
Operation with Lubricated or Non-Lubricated Air: Compatible with both lubricated and non-lubricated compressed air; if initially lubricated, continued lubrication required for further operation
Technical Specifications
Brand: Festo
Model Series: VMPAL-AP
Product Variants: VMPAL-AP-10 series (10 mm valves), VMPAL-AP-14 series (14 mm valves), VMPAL-AP-20 series (20 mm valves)
Product Numbers: 560973 (VMPAL-AP-14), 560975 (VMPAL-AP-14-T1), 560977 (VMPAL-AP-14-T35), 560979 (VMPAL-AP-14-T135), 560983 (VMPAL-AP-4X14), 560989 (VMPAL-AP-14-QS8-1), 560990 (VMPAL-AP-14-QS8-2), 560995 (VMPAL-AP-14-QS6-1), 560996 (VMPAL-AP-14-QS6-2), 561001 (VMPAL-AP-14-QS5/16"-1), 561002 (VMPAL-AP-14-QS5/16"-2), 561005 (VMPAL-AP-10-QS5/32"-1), 561006 (VMPAL-AP-10-QS5/32"-2), 561011 (VMPAL-AP-10-QS6-1-T1), 561022 (VMPAL-AP-20-QS8-2-T1), 560980 (VMPAL-AP-20-T135), 561097 (VMPAL-AP-4X14-QS5/16"-1)
Product Type: Sub-base / Manifold Plate / Connection Block
Series: MPA-L
Valve Sizes Supported: 10 mm, 14 mm, 20 mm
Width Dimensions: 12.3-13.3 mm (10 mm valve), 14.9 mm (14 mm valve), 21.2 mm (20 mm valve)
Length: 107.3 mm (single station)
Max. Number of Valve Positions per Sub-base: 1 (single) or 4 (combination)
Operating Pressure: -0.9 bar to 10 bar (-0.09 MPa to 1 MPa)
Pilot Pressure: 3 bar to 8 bar (0.3 MPa to 0.8 MPa)
Operating Medium: Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Media Note: Operation with oil lubrication possible (required for further use thereafter)
Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC): 3 – High corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) Conformity: VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Flow Direction: Reversible (standard) or Non-reversible (with check valves)
Pressure Zone Separation Options: None, T1 (channel 1 blocked), T35 (channels 3/5 blocked), T135 (channels 1,3,5 blocked)
Integrated Functions: Check valves (RV suffix variants)
Valve Manifold Design: Valve sizes can be mixed within same terminal
Ambient Temperature: -5°C to 50°C
Product Weight: 46.7 g to 130.8 g (dependent on variant)
Pneumatic Connection Options: QS push-in fittings (4 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 1/4", 5/16", 5/32"), cartridge connections (18 mm for 20 mm valves)
Pneumatic Connection Port 2/4: For tubing OD 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 1/4", 5/16", 5/32", or 18 mm cartridge
Sub-base Material: PA-reinforced (polyamide)
Material Note: RoHS-compliant
Electrical Interlinking Modules (Accessories): VMPAL-EVAP-10-1 (grey, single coil), VMPAL-EVAP-10-2 (black, double coil), VMPAL-EVAP-14-1-4 (4-station single coil)
Check Valve Accessories: VMPAL-AP-10-RV (8035230), VMPAL-AP-14-RV (8034557)
Maximum Number of Valve Coils: 1 (grey module) or 2 (black module) per sub-base; up to 8 for 4-station double coil
Mounting Position: Any
Type of Mounting: On manifold rail system with tie rods
Certifications: CE, RoHS
Country of Origin: Germany
Order Code Variants Overview
| Valve Size | Stations | Connection | Pressure Zone | Check Valve | Example Product No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mm | 1 | QS4 (4 mm) | None | No | 560994 |
| 10 mm | 1 | QS4 (4 mm) | T1 | No | 561017 |
| 10 mm | 1 | QS6 (6 mm) | None | No | 560987 |
| 10 mm | 1 | QS6 (6 mm) | T1 | No | 561011 |
| 10 mm | 1 | QS5/32" | None | No | 561005 |
| 10 mm | 1 | QS1/4" | None | No | 560999 |
| 10 mm | 4 | QS4 (4 mm) | None | No | 561089 |
| 10 mm | 4 | QS6 (6 mm) | None | No | 561083 |
| 14 mm | 1 | None | None | No | 560973 |
| 14 mm | 1 | None | T135 | No | 560979 |
| 14 mm | 1 | QS6 (6 mm) | None | No | 560995 |
| 14 mm | 1 | QS8 (8 mm) | None | No | 560989 |
| 14 mm | 1 | QS1/4" | None | No | 561007 |
| 14 mm | 1 | QS5/16" | None | No | 561001 |
| 14 mm | 1 | QS6 (6 mm) | T1 | No | 561019 |
| 14 mm | 4 | None | None | No | 560983 |
| 14 mm | 4 | QS6 (6 mm) | None | No | 561091 |
| 14 mm | 4 | QS8 (8 mm) | None | No | 561085 |
| 14 mm | 4 | QS1/4" | None | No | 561103 |
| 14 mm | 4 | QS5/16" | None | No | 561097 |
| 20 mm | 1 | None | T135 | No | 560980 |
| 20 mm | 1 | QS8 (8 mm) | T1 | No | 561022 |
| 20 mm | 1 | QS10 (10 mm) | None | No | |
| 20 mm | 1 | None | T135 | Yes | 8034564 |
Electrical Interlinking Modules (Accessories)
VMPAL-EVAP-10-1 (560961) – Grey module, single solenoid, 1 coil, for 10 mm single sub-base
VMPAL-EVAP-10-2 (560962) – Black module, double solenoid, 2 coils, for 10 mm single sub-base
VMPAL-EVAP-10-1-4 (560967) – Grey module, 4 coils, for 10 mm 4-station combination sub-base
VMPAL-EVAP-10-2-4 (560968) – Black module, 8 coils, for 10 mm 4-station combination sub-base
VMPAL-EVAP-1-1 (560963) – Grey module, single coil, for 14 mm single sub-base
VMPAL-EVAP-1-2 (560964) – Black module, double coil, for 14 mm single sub-base
VMPAL-EVAP-14-1-4 (560969) – Grey module, 4 coils, for 14 mm 4-station combination sub-base
VMPAL-EVAP-14-2-4 (560970) – Black module, 8 coils, for 14 mm 4-station combination sub-base
Check Valve Accessories (for retrofitting)
VMPAL-AP-10-RV (8035230) – Check valve for 10 mm sub-base
VMPAL-AP-14-RV (8034557) – Check valve for 14 mm sub-base
VMPAL-AP-20-RV (8034564) – Check valve for 20 mm sub-base
Ideal For
Industrial automation systems requiring modular MPA-L valve terminal sub-bases, applications needing CRC 3 high corrosion resistance for harsh environments (chemical plants, marine installations), paint shop environments requiring LABS conformity (VDMA24364-B1/B2-L), multi-pressure zone pneumatic systems using channel isolation (T1, T35, T135 variants), vacuum applications down to -0.9 bar, mixed valve size configurations (10 mm, 14 mm, 20 mm) on the same terminal, high-density pneumatic control requiring 4 valve stations per sub-base, applications requiring integrated check valves (RV variants), and reversible flow direction applications.
Why Choose Festo VMPAL-AP Series Sub-Base
Choose the Festo VMPAL-AP series sub-base for its essential role as the modular foundation of MPA-L valve terminals, available in three widths for 10 mm, 14 mm and 20 mm valves with single or 4-station configurations . Featuring exceptional CRC 3 high corrosion resistance for demanding environments, PA-reinforced material construction with RoHS compliance, wide -0.9 to 10 bar operating pressure range with vacuum suitability, pilot pressure 3 to 8 bar, LABS conformity (VDMA24364-B1/B2-L) for paint shop applications, reversible flow direction standard, pressure zone separation options (T1, T35, T135) for independent pressure zones, integrated check valve option (-RV suffix) for non-reversible applications, mixable valve sizes within same terminal, multiple pneumatic connection options (push-in fittings 4 mm to 10 mm, cartridge connections), electrical interlinking modules available (grey single coil or black double coil), compact 107.3 mm length, product weight from 46.7 g to 130.8 g, wide -5°C to 50°C temperature range, and German engineering quality. Backed by comprehensive accessory ecosystem including check valves for retrofitting and electrical interlinking modules for 1 or 4-station configurations, this modular sub-base platform delivers reliable, flexible, and corrosion-resistant pneumatic valve mounting for demanding MPA-L valve terminal applications.
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