Product Description
The Festo VMPAL series operating components are dedicated end plates for MPA-L valve terminals (Type 34), serving as the interface between the pneumatic valve island and higher-level control systems . Available in multiple variants including Sub-D multi-pin (9, 25 or 44-pin), I-Port/IO-Link (M12, 5-pin), and AP-COM communication interfaces, these modules provide power supply and signal transmission for up to 32 solenoid coils . Constructed from die-cast aluminium and PA-reinforced material with CRC 3 high corrosion resistance, the VMPAL end plates ensure reliable electrical integration for MPAL valve terminals in demanding industrial automation applications.
Key Features & Advantages
Multiple Communication Protocol Options: Available in Sub-D multi-pin (9, 25 or 44-pin), I-Port/IO-Link (M12, 5-pin, IO-Link V1.1, COM2 38.4 kBit/s), and AP-COM (CPX-AP automation system) variants, ensuring compatibility with virtually any control architecture . I-Port/IO-Link variants support up to 4 bytes output data for 1-32 valves .
Up to 32 Solenoid Coils Control: VMPAL-EPL-SD44 supports up to 32 solenoid coils and 32 valve positions . I-Port/IO-Link variants support up to 32 valves with 4 bytes output data . AP-COM variants support integration with CPX-AP automation systems .
Mixable Valve Sizes Support: All VMPAL end plates support mixable valve sizes (10 mm, 14 mm, 20 mm) within the same valve terminal, allowing optimised flow selection per valve position .
High Corrosion Resistance Class CRC 3: Rated for high corrosion stress according to FN 940070, providing exceptional protection for demanding environments including chemical plants, marine installations, and outdoor applications .
LABS (PWIS) Conformity VDMA24364-B1/B2-L: Complies with paint-wetting impairment substances standards, making these operating components suitable for paint shop environments and applications sensitive to paint defects .
High Protection Class Options: Available with IP67 (VMPAL-EPL-SD44, VMPAL-EPL-AP) or IP40 (VMPAL-EPL-SD9-IP40) degree of protection in assembled condition . IP67 variants provide dust-tight protection and protection against temporary immersion .
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 control pressure range of 3 to 8 bar, providing versatility for various pneumatic circuit designs .
Comprehensive Diagnostic Capabilities (AP Variants): AP-COM variants feature extensive diagnostics including UEL/SEN low voltage warning, condition counter reached, valve defect detection, and short circuit/open load detection per channel . Firmware updates available via Festo support portal .
I-Port/IO-Link Interface with M12 Connection: Features M12x1, 5-pin, A-coded connector with pin assignment: 1 = 24 V DC operating voltage (UPS), 2 = 24 V DC load voltage (UPL), 3 = 0 V DC operating voltage, 4 = C/O data communication, 5 = 0 V DC load voltage . Supports max. 20 m unshielded cable length .
AP-COM Interface with M8 Connection: Features M8, 4-pin, A-coded socket for voltage forwarding (XD2) with pin assignment: +24 V DC logic supply PS, 0 V DC load supply PL, 0 V DC logic supply PS, +24 V DC load supply PL . Max. cable length 50 m between devices .
Earthing Screw for Functional Ground: End plates feature earthing screw (Torx, T20) for connection to functional earth, ensuring EMC compliance and safe operation .
Rotary Switch for Address Setting (CPX Variants): Pneumatic interface variants feature a selector switch (rotary switch) in the range 4 to 32 solenoid coils, enabling extensions to be pre-assigned in a control program and called up by manual settings . The standard setting on delivery provides for 32 valves .
Wide Operating Temperature Range: Operates reliably from -5°C to 50°C ambient temperature, with storage temperature from -20°C to 60°C .
Integrated Reverse Polarity Protection: All variants include reverse polarity protection for electrical operating voltage connections, safeguarding the module from incorrect wiring .
Power Supply Requirements: Separate fuses required for operating voltage (UPS) and load voltage (UPL) . When using IO-Link Master Port Class A, load voltage must be supplied separately .
RoHS Compliant: Manufactured with RoHS-compliant materials, meeting stringent environmental compliance standards .
German Engineering Quality: Manufactured in Germany, ensuring high-quality construction, reliability, and long service life .
Technical Specifications
Brand: Festo
Model Series: VMPAL
Product Variants:
VMPAL-EPL-SD44 (560939) – Sub-D 44-pin multi-pin, max. 32 valve positions, max. 32 solenoid coils, IP67, width 43 mm, length 107.3 mm, weight 155 g, CRC 3, LABS conformant, operating pressure -0.9 to 10 bar, control pressure 3 to 8 bar, die-cast aluminium/PA-reinforced
VMPAL-EPL-SD9-IP40 (570777) – Sub-D 9-pin multi-pin, max. 8 valve positions, max. 8 solenoid coils, IP40, width 43 mm, length 107.3 mm, weight 190 g, CRC 3, LABS conformant, operating pressure -0.9 to 10 bar, die-cast aluminium/PA-reinforced
VMPAL-EPL-IPO32 – I-Port/IO-Link interface (M12, 5-pin, A-coded), supports up to 32 valves, 4 bytes output data, IO-Link V1.1, COM2 (38.4 kBit/s), max. cable length 20 m unshielded, IP65/IP67, torque for bus node on valve terminal 0.8 Nm ±20%, earthing screw torque 1.0 Nm ±20%
VMPAL-EPL-AP (8087171) – AP-COM interface for CPX-AP automation system, M8, 4-pin, A-coded for voltage forwarding (XD2), supports firmware updates, advanced diagnostics (UEL/SEN low warning, condition counter, valve defect detection, short circuit/open load detection), IP65/IP67
I-Port/IO-Link Interface Pin Assignment (M12, 5-pin, A-coded):
Pin 1 – 24 V DC operating voltage supply (UPS)
Pin 2 – 24 V DC load voltage supply (UPL)
Pin 3 – 0 V DC operating voltage supply (UPS)
Pin 4 – C/O data communication
Pin 5 – 0 V DC load voltage supply (UPL)
Body / FE – Functional earth (optional)
AP-COM Interface Pin Assignment (M8, 4-pin, A-coded, XD2 voltage forwarding):
Pin 1 – +24 V DC logic supply PS
Pin 2 – 0 V DC load supply PL
Pin 3 – 0 V DC logic supply PS
Pin 4 – +24 V DC load supply PL
LED Status Indication (I-Port/IO-Link Variants):
Status LED X1 – Indicates operating status of the I-Port/IO-Link interface
Diagnostic Messages (AP Variants, from firmware documentation):
UEL/SEN low warning – Undervoltage detection for electronics/sensor supply
Condition counter reached – Preventive maintenance indication
Valve defect detection (ID: 0x07060268) – Identifies defective valve coils
Short circuit/open load detection – Channel-specific fault detection with latch-off behaviour
Improved communication reliability and startup behaviour
Link loss detection and extended communication statistics
Firmware Updates (AP Variants):
Firmware for VMPAL-EPL-AP is available via Festo Support Portal with versions including:
Version 1.117.6 (30/08/2024) – Added UEL/SEN low warning, condition counter reached, improved startup behaviour, extended load measurement debouncing
Version 1.100.13 (02/06/2022) – Added valve defect detection, remanent condition counter, improved UEL/SEN monitoring
Version 1.43.12 (26/06/2019) – Initial release
Ideal For
MPA-L valve terminal electrical connectivity and communication, multi-pin control via Sub-D interfaces (9, 25 or 44-pin), I-Port/IO-Link communication for direct connection to IO-Link masters or CTEU bus nodes, AP-COM communication for integration with CPX-AP automation systems, paint shop environments requiring LABS conformity and high ingress protection, applications requiring CRC 3 high corrosion resistance for demanding environments (chemical plants, marine installations), and mixable valve size configurations (10 mm, 14 mm, 20 mm) within the same MPAL terminal assembly.
Why Choose Festo VMPAL Series Operating Components
Choose the Festo VMPAL series operating components for their essential role as the interface between MPAL valve terminals (Type 34) and higher-level control systems, available in multiple communication variants including Sub-D multi-pin (9, 25 or 44-pin), I-Port/IO-Link (M12, 5-pin, IO-Link V1.1, COM2 38.4 kBit/s), and AP-COM (CPX-AP automation system) . Featuring support for up to 32 solenoid coils and 32 valve positions (SD44 variant) with mixable valve sizes (10 mm, 14 mm, 20 mm) for optimised flow selection , high CRC 3 corrosion resistance for demanding environments , LABS conformity (VDMA24364-B1/B2-L) for paint shop applications , high protection class options (IP40 or IP67) depending on variant , wide -0.9 to 10 bar operating pressure range with vacuum suitability and 3 to 8 bar control pressure, wide -5°C to 50°C temperature range, I-Port/IO-Link interface with M12, 5-pin, A-coded connector and pin assignment documentation , AP-COM interface with M8, 4-pin connection for voltage forwarding , earthing screw for functional ground (Torx, T20) ensuring EMC compliance , separate fuses required for operating and load voltage supplies with Class B Port recommendation for full voltage support , advanced AP-COM diagnostics including UEL/SEN low warning, condition counter reached, valve defect detection (ID: 0x07060268), and channel-specific short circuit/open load detection with latch-off behaviour , firmware update capability via Festo Support Portal , reverse polarity protection for all electrical connections , rotary switch for address setting (4-32 coils) on pneumatic interface variants , RoHS compliance, and German engineering quality . This operating component series delivers reliable, flexible, and corrosion-resistant valve terminal communication for demanding MPAL industrial automation applications.
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