Festo VHEF-E-P53E-M-G18 – 5/3 Selector Valve | 530 l/min | Murali Pneumatics Coimbatore
The Festo VHEF-E-P53E-M-G18 is a manually operated 5/3 exhausted selector valve designed for reliable pneumatic circuit control in food processing and packaging applications.
With a compact 20 mm construction width, 530 l/min flow rate, piston gate valve design, and spring return mechanism, it provides dependable manual switching and safe center-exhaust functionality.
Suitable for packaging machinery, conveyor systems, textile automation equipment, and industrial pneumatic control panels.
Festo Part Number: 8080988
Available with Murali Pneumatics, your authorized Festo dealer in Coimbatore.
Specifications
| Brand | Festo |
| Series | VHEF |
| Festo part number | 8080988 |
| Product Type | Selector Valve |
| Valve Function | 5/3 Exhausted |
| Actuation Type | Manual |
| Valve Size | 20 mm |
| Nominal Flow Rate | 530 l/min |
| Port Size | G1/8 |
| Operating Pressure | -0.95 to 10 bar |
| Design | Piston Gate Valve |
| Sealing Principle | Soft |
| Reset Type | Mechanical Spring |
| Piloting Type | Direct |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole |
| Housing Material | Anodised Aluminium Alloy |
| Seal Materia | NBR |
| Media Temperature Range | -10°C to 60°C |
| Weight | 235 g |
Product Description
The Festo VHEF-E-P53E-M-G18 Selector Valve is a manually actuated 5/3 exhausted pneumatic valve designed for dependable directional control in industrial automation systems. Part of the proven VHEF series, this valve combines compact construction, reliable piston gate valve technology, and high flow performance for demanding pneumatic applications.
Its direct manual actuation, spring return mechanism, and reversible flow direction make it suitable for machinery where safe manual intervention and operator control are required. The valve is widely used in food processing, packaging, textile machinery, and general industrial automation systems.
Key Features
- 5/3 exhausted valve function — provides safe center exhaust position during operation.
- Manual actuation — ideal for operator-controlled pneumatic circuits.
- 530 l/min nominal flow rate — supports efficient airflow for pneumatic devices.
- Piston gate valve design — ensures reliable switching performance.
- Mechanical spring reset — automatically returns valve to its default position.
- Direct piloting — eliminates the need for pilot pressure assistance.
- G1/8 pneumatic ports — compatible with standard industrial pneumatic fittings.
- Reversible flow direction — provides flexibility during system design.
- ATEX approved zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 — suitable for hazardous environments.
- Soft sealing principle — supports dependable sealing performance.
Technical Specifications
| Festo Part Number | 8080988 |
| Product Type | Selector Valve |
| Model | VHEF-E-P53E-M-G18 |
| Valve Function | 5/3 Exhausted |
| Actuation Type | Manual |
| Construction Width | 20 mm |
| Nominal Flow Rate | 530 l/min |
| Nominal Size | 5.2 mm |
| Operating Pressure | -0.95 to 10 bar (-0.095 to 1 MPa) |
| Design | Piston Gate Valve |
| Type of Reset | Mechanical Spring |
| Sealing Principle | Soft |
| Mounting Position | Any |
| Type of Piloting | Direct |
| Flow Direction | Reversible |
| Exhaust Air Function | Can be Throttled |
| Switching Frequency | 0.5 Hz Maximum |
| Operating Medium | Compressed Air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:-:-] |
| Lubrication | Lubricated operation possible |
| Media Temperature | -10°C to 60°C |
| Ambient Temperature | -10°C to 60°C |
| Actuating Torque | 0.7 Nm |
| Maximum Actuation Force | 200 N |
| Maximum Lateral Force | 200 N |
| Port 1 Connection | G1/8 |
| Port 2 Connection | G1/8 |
| Port 3 Connection | G1/8 |
| Port 4 Connection | G1/8 |
| Port 5 Connection | G1/8 |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole Mounting |
| Explosion Protection | ATEX Zone 1, 2, 21, 22 |
| Corrosion Resistance Class | CRC 1 |
| LABS Conformity | VDMA24364-B1/B2-L |
| Housing Material | Anodised Wrought Aluminium Alloy |
| Cover Material | Reinforced PA |
| Lever Material | Reinforced PA |
| Seal Material | NBR |
| Weight | 235 g |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Common Applications
- Food packaging machine manual pneumatic control stations.
- Conveyor diverter and selector mechanisms in packaging lines.
- Textile spinning and winding machine auxiliary pneumatic controls.
- CNC machine pneumatic fixture selection circuits.
- Plastic injection moulding machine support systems.
- Manual override stations in industrial automation panels.
Why Buy from Murali Pneumatics?
- Authorized FESTO Channel Partner in Coimbatore since 1991.
- 100% genuine Festo products backed by manufacturer warranty.
- Ready stock support for commonly used Festo pneumatic components.
- Technical assistance from experienced pneumatic application specialists.
Compatible Accessories
- Festo QS series push-in fittings.
- Polyurethane pneumatic tubing.
- Threaded pneumatic connectors.
- Silencers and exhaust throttles.
- Air preparation units (FRL combinations).
- Panel mounting hardware.
- Pneumatic manifolds and distribution blocks.
