To get media on the move through your pneumatic system, link up this solenoid valve from Festo. It's an essential device that lets you direct the flow of air through pipework at a rate of up to 570L/min. With a speedy switching time of just 13ms on actuation, it gets your operation up and running fast. The unit's IP65 rating indicates it resists the dust and splashing water you'd expect in a harsh industrial setting. Getting set up is simple, as the unit mounts onto a manifold rail using the through-hole.

• HNBR and NBR seals keep contaminants out to ensure smooth operation
• Spring reset feature boosts safety as the valve returns to its default position in the event of power loss
• Works without a hitch in temperatures between -5°C and +50°C

• Chemical processing
• Power plants
• Pharmaceutical manufacture
• Laboratories

It has an operating pressure range between 1.5 and 7 bar, so it works a treat in single-stage compressed-air systems.

At just 14mm in size, this valve saves on space in a busy setup.