Give your compressed air circuit a soft start with this pneumatic manual control valve from Festo. You use it to gradually pressurise a circuit, which minimises the chance of cylinders getting into a spin and suffering damage. The unit releases its compressed air slowly, so it also delivers a gentle shutdown. Its manual override function keeps your setup safe, as you can quickly intervene in an emergency. As this control valve enables in-line installation, there's no need to shut your circuit down during assembly.

• When connected, housing is IP65-rated, indicating it's dust-tight and protected against low-pressure water jets
• Light weight of 263g puts minimal strain on your setup
• Safe for use with compressed air and inert gases for versatility
• Broad operating pressure range between 4 and 10 bar for easy compatibility with pneumatic networks

• Automotive manufacturing
• Industrial automation
• Printing industry
• Warehouses and packaging facilities

The unit is encased in die-cast aluminium housing that's resistant to wear and corrosion, so you can put it to the test in harsh environments.