Product Description
The Festo MPA-FB-AP-VI is a highly scalable, modular valve terminal that integrates high-performance MPA pneumatic valves with the advanced CPX-AP-A automation system, communicating via an AP fieldbus interface with PROFINET protocol . This Terminal Type 32 system supports mixing of 10 mm and 20 mm valve sizes on a single manifold, accommodates up to 128 pneumatic valves via serial linking, and features IP65/IP67 protection with ATEX Zone 2 certification for demanding industrial automation applications .
Key Features & Advantages
CPX-AP-A Automation System Integration: Combines MPA pneumatic valves with the CPX-AP-A remote I/O system, featuring AP fieldbus interface with PROFINET protocol. Supports firmware updates via FoE ("File Transfer over EtherCAT") and is compatible with PROFINET GSDML files for easy PLC integration
Highly Expandable via Serial Linking: The internal communication system saves engineering effort and allows up to 128 pneumatic valves per terminal, providing exceptional scalability for large-scale pneumatic control systems
Two Valve Sizes Can Be Combined: Supports both 10 mm and 20 mm valve sizes on the same terminal, allowing optimized flow capacity selection per valve position – 360 l/min at 10 mm and 700 l/min at 20 mm
ATEX Zone 2 Certified for Hazardous Areas: Certified for potentially explosive gas atmospheres with II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc X (or Ex nA IIC T4 Gc X depending on configuration), suitable for chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical facilities
High Ingress Protection with Metal Construction: Features IP65/IP67 degree of protection with valves in sturdy metal housing and metal linking, ensuring dust-tight protection and protection against water jets for demanding industrial and washdown environments
Vacuum Capable with Wide Operating Pressure: Operates from -0.9 bar to 10 bar with full vacuum suitability, accommodating both positive and negative pressure applications
Up to 32 Valve Positions with 9 Pressure Zones: Accommodates a maximum of 32 valve positions and up to 9 independent pressure zones, providing exceptional flexibility for complex pneumatic circuit designs
Extensive Valve Function Range: Available in multiple configurations including 2/2 normally closed monostable, 2x3/2 monostable (closed/open/open-closed), 3/2 monostable (closed/open), 5/2 monostable, 5/2 bistable, and 5/3 (pressurised/exhausted/closed)
Internal or External Pilot Air Supply: Supports both internal and external pilot air supply configurations, allowing flexible system design based on application requirements
Multiple Pneumatic Connection Options: Working ports available with M7 thread, G1/8 thread, and QS push-in fittings (QS-3/16, QS-4, QS-6, QS-8, QS-1/4, QS-5/16), ensuring compatibility with standard pneumatic fittings
LED Status Indication: Each solenoid coil features an LED for clear visual indication of switching status, facilitating easy system troubleshooting and real-time monitoring
No Corrosion Stress Construction: Rated Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC) 0, providing exceptional durability for use in harsh industrial environments
24V DC Operation with Wide Tolerance: Nominal 24 V DC operating voltage with ±25% permissible voltage fluctuation, ensuring reliable operation across industrial power supply variations
Compact Design for High-Density Mounting: The compact 10 mm valve width allows over 100 valves to be fitted into a panel with room to spare for future expansion, reducing the number of panels required compared to larger valve terminals
Pre-Assembled and Tested Panels: Festo can build panels to near-completion in its workshop and deliver already tested products, saving time during installation and commissioning
Free Software and GSD Files: Festo provides free software and GSD system files (GSDML for PROFINET), plus all documentation required for maintenance and operation
c UL us, RCM & KC Certified: Carries c UL us - Recognized (OL), RCM compliance mark, and KC EMC certifications, ensuring safety and reliability for North American, Australian, and Korean industrial applications
CE Marked for EMC & ATEX: Meets EU EMC Directive and EU Explosion Protection Directive (ATEX) requirements
RoHS Compliant: Manufactured without restricted hazardous substances, meeting stringent environmental compliance standards
Technical Specifications
Brand: Festo
Model: MPA-FB-AP-VI
Product No.: 550808
Product Type: Valve Terminal / Pneumatic Valve Manifold with CPX-AP-A Automation System
Type Code: MPA-FB-AP-VI
Terminal Type: 32
Valve Sizes Supported: 10 mm, 14 mm, 20 mm
Max. Number of Valve Positions: 32
Max. Number of Pressure Zones: 9
Max. Number of Pneumatic Valves (with serial linking): 128
Standard Nominal Flow Rate: 360 l/min (10 mm), 550 l/min (14 mm), 700 l/min (20 mm)
Operating Pressure: -0.9 bar to 10 bar
Vacuum Suitability: Yes
Operating Medium: Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Media Note: Operation with oil lubrication possible (required for further use thereafter); when used non-lubricated, the valve is maintenance-free
Corrosion Resistance Class (CRC): 0 – No corrosion stress
Degree of Protection: IP65 / IP67
Ambient Temperature: -5°C to 50°C
Media Temperature: -5°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 40°C
Relative Air Humidity: Max. 90% at 40°C
ATEX Certification Gas: II 3G
Ignition Protection Type Gas: Ex ec IIC T4 Gc X / Ex nA IIC T4 Gc X (configuration dependent)
Explosive Ambient Temperature Range: -5°C ≤ Ta ≤ +50°C
CE Marking: EU EMC Directive, EU Explosion Protection Directive (ATEX)
c UL us Certification: Recognized (OL)
RCM Mark: Yes
KC Certification: KC EMC
Fieldbus Protocol: PROFINET (via CPX-AP-A)
Fieldbus Interface: AP (Automation Protocol) / CPX-AP-A
Electrical Interface Fieldbus: 2 x RJ45 socket or M12 connector (dependent on bus interface module)
Communication Standard: PROFINET IO, Conformance Class B, RT
GSDML File Availability: Yes – PROFINET GSDML available from Festo Support Portal
Pilot Pressure: 3 bar to 8 bar
Pilot Air Supply: Internal or External
Nominal Operating Voltage DC: 24 V
Permissible Voltage Fluctuation: ±25%
Protection Class: III (PELV) according to EN 61140
Pollution Degree: Min. 2 according to IEC 60664-1
Signal Status Display: LED per coil (valve status), plus CPX-AP-A module diagnostics LEDs
Valve Functions Available: 2/2 NC monostable, 2x3/2 NC monostable, 2x3/2 NO monostable, 2x3/2 open/closed monostable, 3/2 NC monostable, 3/2 NO monostable, 5/2 monostable, 5/2 bistable, 5/3 pressurised, 5/3 exhausted, 5/3 closed
Valve Design: Piston gate valve / Poppet valve with return spring
Sealing Principle: Soft
Reset Method: Mechanical spring
Type of Control: Electric
Electrical Actuation: Fieldbus (PROFINET via CPX-AP-A)
Electrical I/O System: Yes (via CPX-AP-A I/O modules)
Pneumatic Working Port Options: M7, G1/8, QS-3/16, QS-4, QS-6, QS-8, QS-1/4, QS-5/16
Pneumatic Connection Port 1: Common line
Pneumatic Connection Port 3: Common line
Pilot Air Port 12/14: Common line
Pilot Exhaust Port 82/84: Common line
Exhaust Air Function: With flow control option (via throttle plate on individual valve modules)
Type of Mounting: H-rail (EN 60715) – horizontal only, or wall mounting
Valve Manifold Design: Modular, pneumatic valve sizes can be mixed (10 mm and 20 mm)
Housing Material: Aluminium alloys with <7.5% Mg
Seals Material: NBR
Material Note: RoHS-compliant
Country of Origin: Germany
Compatible CPX-AP-A Bus Interfaces (from Festo documentation)
CPX-AP-A-PN-CU (Product No.: 8129245) – PROFINET interface, copper connection
CPX-AP-A-PN-M12 (Product No.: 8129241) – PROFINET interface, M12 connection
Remote I/O system CPX-AP-A (Product No.: 8079933)
Ideal For
Large-scale industrial automation systems requiring up to 128 valves via serial linking with PROFINET fieldbus connectivity, applications needing up to 32 valve positions with up to 9 pressure zones, systems requiring ATEX Zone 2 explosion protection (gas), chemical and petrochemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, paint shop environments requiring LABS conformity, semiconductor production, automotive assembly lines, packaging machinery, material handling systems, vacuum handling applications (-0.9 to 10 bar), systems requiring IP65/IP67 washdown protection, and integration with CPX-AP-A fieldbus systems for real-time control.
Why Choose Festo MPA-FB-AP-VI Valve Terminal?
Choose the Festo MPA-FB-AP-VI for its seamless integration of high-performance MPA pneumatic valves with the advanced CPX-AP-A automation system, featuring AP fieldbus interface with PROFINET protocol (GSDML file support from Festo) , serial linking communication supporting up to 128 pneumatic valves per terminal, ability to combine 10 mm and 20 mm valve sizes on one terminal, ATEX Zone 2 certification (II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc X), IP65/IP67 protection, CRC 0 corrosion resistance, vacuum capability down to -0.9 bar, up to 32 valve positions with 9 pressure zones, extensive valve functions (2/2, 2x3/2, 3/2, 5/2, 5/3), internal or external pilot air supply, LED status indication, 24V DC operation with ±25% tolerance, c UL us, RCM, KC, and CE certifications, RoHS compliance, and German engineering quality. Backed by Festo's comprehensive accessory ecosystem, free software and GSD files, and pre-assembled panel options that reduce installation time and costs , this valve terminal delivers reliable, scalable, and safe pneumatic control for demanding industrial automation applications with PROFINET fieldbus connectivity.
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