Festo VHER-P-H-B43E-M5 – 4/3 Hand Lever Valve | M5 Port | Murali Pneumatics Coimbatore
The Festo VHER-P-H-B43E-M5 is a manually operated 4/3 hand lever pneumatic valve designed for reliable directional control of compressed air systems.
Featuring a rotary switching valve design, M5 pneumatic ports, and a nominal flow rate of 170 l/min, it is ideal for machine control, packaging equipment, and food industry applications.
Suitable for applications where manual valve actuation and clear operator control are required.
Festo Part Number: 3410681
Available with Murali Pneumatics, your authorized Festo dealer in Coimbatore.
Specifications
| Brand | Festo |
| Series | VHER |
| Festo part number | 3410681 |
| Product Type | Hand Lever Valve |
| Valve Function | 4/3 Exhausted |
| Actuation Type | Manual |
| Port Size | M5 |
| Nominal Flow Rate | 170 l/min |
| Nominal Size | 4 mm |
| Operating Pressure | 0-10 bar |
| Design | Rotary Switching Valve |
| Sealing Principle | Hard |
| Piloting Typ | Direct |
| Flow Direction | Non-Reversible |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| Housing Materia | PA |
| Seal Material | | NBR |
| Media Temperature Range | -20°C to +80°C |
| Weight | 96 g |
Product Description
The Festo VHER-P-H-B43E-M5 is a compact manually operated hand lever valve from the VHER series, designed for dependable pneumatic control in industrial automation systems. Its robust rotary switching valve design provides precise manual directional control while maintaining reliable performance in demanding operating environments.
Widely used in food processing, packaging machinery, textile equipment, and industrial automation systems, this valve offers a practical solution where manual operation and positive switching feedback are essential.
Key Features
- 4/3 exhausted valve function — enables controlled switching between multiple pneumatic states.
- Manual hand lever actuation — simple operation without electrical requirements.
- 170 l/min nominal flow rate — suitable for small and medium pneumatic circuits.
- Rotary switching valve design — reliable mechanical switching performance.
- M5 pneumatic ports — easy integration into compact pneumatic systems.
- Direct piloting principle — immediate valve response during operation.
- Throttleable exhaust air function — allows better control of exhaust airflow.
- ATEX Zone 2 and Zone 22 approved — suitable for selected hazardous environments.
- Wide temperature range from -20°C to +80°C — supports demanding industrial conditions.
- RoHS compliant construction — meets modern environmental requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Festo Part Number | 3410681 |
| Model | VHER-P-H-B43E-M5 |
| Product Type | Hand Lever Valve |
| Valve Function | 4/3 Exhausted |
| Actuation Type | Manual |
| Construction Width | 37 mm |
| Nominal Flow Rate | 170 l/min |
| Pneumatic Working Port | M5 |
| Operating Pressure | 0 to 10 bar |
| Pressure Note | Port 1 pressure must be higher than port 3 in dual-pressure operation |
| Design | Rotary Switching Valve |
| Nominal Size | 4 mm |
| Exhaust-Air Function | Can be throttled |
| Instructions on Use | Actuate manually only |
| Actuator Lock | Can be closed with accessories |
| Sealing Principle | Hard |
| Type of Piloting | Direct |
| Flow Direction | Non-reversible |
| Overlap | Yes |
| Switching Position Indicator | With accessories |
| Explosion Protection | ATEX Zone 2, ATEX Zone 22 |
| Operating Medium | Compressed Air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] |
| Lubrication | Lubricated operation possible |
| Corrosion Resistance Class | CRC 2 |
| LABS (PWIS) Conformity | VDMA24364-B1/B2-L |
| Media Temperature | -20°C to +80°C |
| Ambient Temperature | -20°C to +80°C |
| Actuating Torque | 0.5 Nm |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole Mounting |
| Port 1 Connection | M5 |
| Port 2 Connection | M5 |
| Port 3 Connection | M5 |
| Port 4 Connection | M5 |
| Housing Material | PA |
| Seal Material | NBR |
| Lever Material | Process Automation Grade Material |
| Weight | 95 g |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Common Applications
- Packaging machine manual pneumatic controls.
- Food processing equipment requiring operator-actuated air control.
- Textile spinning and winding machine pneumatic functions.
- CNC machine auxiliary air circuit control.
- Plastic injection moulding machine service stations.
- Industrial automation panels and pneumatic training systems.
Why Buy from Murali Pneumatics?
- Authorized FESTO Channel Partner in Coimbatore since 1991.
- 100% genuine Festo products with manufacturer support.
- Ready stock availability of popular pneumatic products.
- Expert application assistance and technical guidance at +91 98422 47546.
Compatible Accessories
- Festo QS push-in fittings.
- Festo pneumatic tubing.
- M5 silencers and exhaust throttles.
- Actuator locking accessories.
- Switching position indicator accessories.
- Thread sealing solutions for pneumatic connections.
- Panel and machine mounting hardware.
- All accessories available from stock. Ask us to bundle your complete assembly.
