Product Description
The Festo VAEM-L1-S series electrical interfaces are dedicated connection components for VTUG valve terminals, serving as the central electrical interface between the higher-level controller and the pneumatic valve island . Available in multiple variants including multi-pin Sub-D (25 or 44-pin), ribbon cable (26 or 50-pin), IO-Link, and AP-COM communication, these modules provide power supply and signal transmission for up to 24 valve positions (48 solenoid coils) . Designed for IP67 or IP40 protection depending on variant, the VAEM-L1-S series ensures reliable electrical integration for VTUG valve terminals in diverse industrial automation applications.
Key Features & Advantages
Versatile Electrical Connection Options: Available in Sub-D 25-pin (max. 24 coils), Sub-D 44-pin, ribbon cable 26-pin and 50-pin, IO-Link (8/16/24 DI models), and AP-COM communication interface for flexible integration into different control architectures .
Up to 24 Valve Positions (48 Coils): Supports a maximum of 24 valve positions on the VTUG terminal, with capability to address up to 48 solenoid coils (double solenoid valves) depending on the variant .
Multiple Voltage Zone Capability (Select Variants): Mixed-mode operation variants (V22 ... V25) allow individual common contacts for specific coil ranges (e.g., pin 23 for coils 0–3, pin 24 for coils 4–7) to be supplied with a common voltage, enabling positive or negative switching logic for different valve ranges independently .
Integrated LED Diagnostics: Features diagnostic LEDs for load power supply (PL) and communication status, enabling real-time monitoring and rapid fault detection . IO-Link variants provide additional LEDs for digital inputs and outputs .
Reverse Polarity Protection: All variants include reverse polarity protection for electrical operating voltage connections, safeguarding the module from incorrect wiring .
High Protection Class Options: Sub-D and ribbon cable versions achieve IP67 protection (with appropriate connectors), while IO-Link variants also offer IP65/IP67 depending on model . Ribbon cable variants provide IP40 protection, suitable for control cabinet installation .
Corrosion Resistance Class CRC 2: Rated for moderate corrosion stress, providing reliable protection for long-lasting performance in humid industrial environments .
LABS (PWIS) Conformity VDMA24364-B1/B2-L: Complies with paint-wetting impairment substances standards, making these interfaces suitable for paint shop environments and applications sensitive to paint defects .
Wide Operating Temperature Range: Operates reliably from -5°C to 50°C (up to 60°C for select AP-COM variants), with storage temperature from -20°C to 60°C .
Integrated Short-Circuit Protection (IO-Link Variants): Features internal electronic fuse protection per channel for digital outputs, protecting against short circuits and overload .
IO-Link V1.1 Compatible (PT/PTL Variants): Supports IO-Link communication with COM2 (38.4 kBit/s) or COM3 (230.4 kBit/s), allowing parameterisation and diagnostics via the IO-Link master . IODD files available for easy integration .
AP-COM Communication Protocol (AP Variants): Features AP-COM protocol with 50 m max cable length and M8x1 D-coded connections for system communication, supporting advanced diagnostics and power supply monitoring (overvoltage/undervoltage detection for both electronics and load) .
c UL us, KC EMC, RCM, and CE Certified: Meets international safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards for global industrial deployment .
Compact and Lightweight: Weighing from 45 g to 120 g depending on variant, with dimensions as compact as 42 x 91 x 30 mm for space-constrained control cabinets .
4 A Power Supply Capacity: Supports up to 2 x 4 A power supply (external fuse required) with 24 V DC nominal operating voltage and ±25% voltage fluctuation tolerance for electronics/sensors .
PELV Safety Compliance: Complies with Protective Extra-Low Voltage safety standards for protection against direct and indirect contact .
Technical Specifications
Brand: Festo
Model Series: VAEM-L1-S
Product Numbers: 573445 (VAEM-L1-S-M1-25), 573446 (VAEM-L1-S-M1-44), 573447 (VAEM-L1-S-M1-25V1), 573448 (VAEM-L1-S-M1-25V2), 573449 (VAEM-L1-S-M1-25V3), 573450 (VAEM-L1-S-M1-25VA), 573452 (VAEM-L1-S-M3-26), 8081922 (VAEM-L1-S-12-AP), 8081923 (VAEM-L1-S-24-AP)
Product Type: Electrical Interface / Connection Module
Application: VTUG valve terminal communication and power supply
Multi-pin Sub-D Variants (V20–V25):
VAEM-L1-S-M1-25 (573445) – 25-pin Sub-D, forwardant M1-25 (V20), up to 24 solenoid coils (mixed mono/bistable), IP67, weight 53 g
VAEM-L1-S-M1-25V1 (573447) – 25-pin Sub-D, variant V22, for 10 bistable valves, IP67
VAEM-L1-S-M1-25V2 (573448) – 25-pin Sub-D, variant V23, for 8 bistable + 4 monostable valves, IP67
VAEM-L1-S-M1-25V3 (573449) – 25-pin Sub-D, variant V24, for 4 bistable + 12 monostable valves, IP67
VAEM-L1-S-M1-25VA (573450) – 25-pin Sub-D, variant V25, for 20 monostable valves, IP67
VAEM-L1-S-M1-44 (573446) – 44-pin Sub-D, forwardant M1-44 (V21), up to 24 valve positions, IP67, weight 120 g
Ribbon Cable Variants (IP40):
VAEM-L1-S-M3-26 (573452) – 26-pin ribbon cable plug, up to 24 valve positions, IP40
VAEM-L1-S-M3-50 – 50-pin ribbon cable plug, up to 24 valve positions, IP40
IO-Link Variants (PT/PTL):
VAEM-L1-S-8-PT – 8 digital inputs, IO-Link COM2, 2 bytes output data
VAEM-L1-S-16-PT – 16 digital inputs + 2 digital outputs, IO-Link COM2, 3 bytes output, 4 bytes input
VAEM-L1-S-24-PT – 24 digital inputs + 2 digital outputs, IO-Link COM2, 3 bytes output, 6 bytes input
VAEM-L1-S-8-PTL – 8 digital inputs, IO-Link COM3 (230.4 kBit/s)
VAEM-L1-S-16-PTL – 16 digital inputs + 2 digital outputs, IO-Link COM3
VAEM-L1-S-24-PTL – 24 digital inputs + 2 digital outputs, IO-Link COM3
AP-COM Variants (AP Communication):
VAEM-L1-S-12-AP (8081922) – 12 valve positions (24 coils), AP-COM protocol, M8x1 D-coded, IP65/IP67, weight 76 g, dimensions 42 x 91 x 30 mm
VAEM-L1-S-24-AP (8081923) – 24 valve positions (48 coils), AP-COM protocol, M8x1 D-coded, IP65/IP67, weight 76 g, dimensions 42 x 91 x 30 mm
General Technical Data:
Nominal Operating Voltage: 24 V DC (electronics/sensors ±25%, load ±10% depending on variant)
Power Supply Capacity: 2 x 4 A (external fuse required)
Degree of Protection: IP40, IP65, IP67 (variant dependent)
Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC): 2 – Moderate corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) Conformity: VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Ambient Temperature: -5°C to 50°C (up to 60°C for AP variants)
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Relative Air Humidity: 5–95% (non-condensing)
Housing Material: PA-reinforced
Mounting Type: Screwed tight with 0.7 Nm ±20% tightening torque
Certifications: c UL us - Recognized (OL), KC EMC, RCM compliance mark, CE (EU EMC Directive)
Material Note: RoHS-compliant
Country of Origin: Germany
Ideal For
VTUG valve terminal electrical connectivity and power supply, multi-pin control via Sub-D or ribbon cable interfaces (up to 24 valve positions), IO-Link communication for digital I/O and valve control (8/16/24 digital inputs), AP-COM communication for advanced diagnostics and real-time control, paint shop environments requiring LABS conformity and IP67 protection, control cabinet installations requiring IP40 protection, and integration with Festo VTUG pneumatic valve islands in industrial automation systems.
Why Choose Festo VAEM-L1-S Series Electrical Interface
Choose the Festo VAEM-L1-S series electrical interface for its comprehensive range of connection options covering virtually every control architecture, from simple multi-pin Sub-D (25 or 44-pin) and ribbon cable (26 or 50-pin) to advanced IO-Link (PT/PTL) and AP-COM communication protocols. Supporting up to 24 valve positions (48 solenoid coils) on VTUG valve terminals, these interfaces provide reliable power supply and signal transmission with IP67 protection (Sub-D, AP-COM) or IP40 (ribbon cable) depending on variant. Key features include mixed-mode operation variants (V22-V25) enabling independent common contacts for up to 5 voltage zones with positive or negative switching logic, integrated LED diagnostics for load power supply and communication status, reverse polarity protection for all electrical connections, internal electronic fuse protection (IO-Link variants), IO-Link V1.1 compatibility with COM2 (38.4 kBit/s) or COM3 (230.4 kBit/s) and IODD file support, AP-COM protocol with 50 m cable length and advanced overvoltage/undervoltage diagnostics, CRC 2 moderate corrosion resistance, LABS conformity (VDMA24364-B1/B2-L) for paint shop environments, wide -5°C to 50°C temperature range, c UL us, KC EMC, RCM, and CE certifications, RoHS compliance, and German engineering quality. Backed by Festo's comprehensive operating instructions covering pin assignments, diagnostic event codes, and IODD file availability, this electrical interface series delivers reliable, flexible, and future-proof connectivity for demanding VTUG valve terminal applications.
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