Take charge of your equipment's airflow with this solenoid pilot valve from Festo. Thanks to its electrical actuator, it works with remote control device signals to cut the hassle of opening up and closing off your supply. As the 24mm-wide unit handles flow rates up to 2,500L/min, it's a small package that takes on demanding pneumatic setups. You can use it with either clean or lubricated air supplies, so it's a versatile choice. Damp settings are no problem, as the aluminium housing is resistant to corrosion.

• Industry-standard G3/8 threaded ports for easy compatibility
• IP65 rating indicates protection against dust and low-pressure water jets, so it performs well in demanding environments
• NBR seals ensure connections are leak-free
• Response times between 33 and 50ms for speedy control
• Simple through-hole manifold mounting design reduces set-up time

• Food packaging equipment
• Semiconductor manufacturing
• Industrial robotics

A bistable valve holds its position until it switches again, directing air for as long as you need. On the other hand, a monostable model like this unit resets to its standard position as soon as it stops receiving signals. This makes monostable valves ideal for temporary airflow.