The Festo SV-3-M5 is a compact 3/2-way manually operated front panel pneumatic valve designed for reliable directional control in compressed air systems.
Featuring a poppet valve design with spring return, M5 port connection, and 65 l/min nominal flow rate, it provides dependable switching performance in industrial applications.
Suitable for machine panels, operator stations, automation equipment, testing rigs, and pneumatic control circuits.
Festo Part Number: 6817
Available with Murali Pneumatics, your authorized Festo dealer in Coimbatore.
Product Description
The Festo SV-3-M5 Front Panel Valve is a manually operated 3/2-way pneumatic control valve designed for compact machine control applications. As part of Festo's mechanically and hand-operated valve range, this valve offers reliable switching, direct actuation, and straightforward installation in operator panels and pneumatic control stations.
Its poppet valve construction with spring return provides dependable sealing and long service life. With a compact M5 connection and 65 l/min nominal flow rate, the SV-3-M5 is suitable for machine builders, OEMs, maintenance engineers, and industrial automation applications requiring manual pneumatic control.
Key Features
- 3/2-way valve function — Suitable for starting, stopping, and venting pneumatic circuits.
- Manual actuation — Direct operator control without electrical power.
- 65 l/min nominal flow rate — Adequate flow capacity for small pneumatic devices.
- Poppet valve design — Fast response and reliable sealing performance.
- Spring return mechanism — Automatic return to default position after release.
- Direct piloting — Simple operation with minimal complexity.
- Soft sealing principle — Reduced leakage and improved sealing efficiency.
- M5 pneumatic connection — Ideal for compact pneumatic installations.
- ATEX certified zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 — Suitable for hazardous environments.
- Flexible mounting position — Can be installed in any orientation.
Technical Specifications
| Festo Part Number |
6817 |
| Model |
SV-3-M5 |
| Product Type |
Front Panel Valve |
| Valve Function |
3/2-way, manually operated, closed |
| Actuation Type |
Manual |
| Standard Nominal Flow Rate |
65 l/min |
| Operating Pressure |
-0.95 to 8 bar (-0.095 to 0.8 MPa) |
| Design |
Poppet valve with spring return |
| Type of Reset |
Mechanical spring |
| Nominal Size |
2 mm |
| Sealing Principle |
Soft |
| Mounting Position |
Any |
| Type of Piloting |
Direct |
| Flow Direction |
Non-reversible |
| Overlap |
Overlap |
| Explosion Protection |
ATEX Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 21, Zone 22 |
| Operating Medium |
Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] |
| LABS (PWIS) Conformity |
VDMA24364-B1/B2-L |
| Ambient Temperature Range |
-10°C to 60°C |
| Actuating Force |
12 N |
| Pneumatic Connection Port 1 |
M5 |
| Type of Mounting |
Through-hole mounting |
| Housing Material |
Polymer, Brass |
| Seal Material |
NBR |
| Product Weight |
40 g |
Common Applications
- Manual control stations on textile spinning and winding machinery.
- Pneumatic test benches and quality inspection fixtures.
- Operator control panels on packaging and filling machines.
- CNC machine auxiliary pneumatic control circuits.
- Plastic injection moulding machine service stations.
- Industrial automation systems requiring manual air signal control.
Why Buy from Murali Pneumatics?
- Authorized FESTO Channel Partner in Coimbatore since 1991.
- 100% genuine Festo products with manufacturer warranty support.
- Ready assistance for product selection, installation, and replacement.
- Expert pneumatic engineering support at +91 98422 47546.
Compatible Accessories
- Festo QS push-in fittings.
- Pneumatic tubing assemblies.
- Thread adapters and reducers.
- Panel mounting hardware.
- Silencers and exhaust accessories.
- Air preparation units (FRL combinations).
- Pneumatic manifolds and distribution blocks.
All accessories available from stock. Ask us to bundle your complete assembly.