Festo MFH-5-1/8 9982 Tiger Classic 5/2 Pneumatic Solenoid Valve

Festo MFH-5-1/8 is a 5/2‑way, single‑solenoid pneumatic directional control valve from the Tiger Classic series. It features a spring‑return mechanism (monostable) and a poppet valve design for high flow capacity in a compact body. Port size G1/8 with threaded female connections for all five ports. Manual override is detenting (locking) type. Standard nominal flow rate 500 l/min, operating pressure range 1.8–8 bar.

Applications:

• Directional control of double‑acting pneumatic cylinders

• Packaging and material handling equipment

• Factory automation and assembly lines

• General machine building requiring 5/2 monostable valve function

Core Specifications:

• Valve function: 5/2‑way, monostable (single solenoid, spring return)

• Actuation type: Electrical (via F‑series solenoid coil, ordered separately)

• Port size: G1/8 (female thread, 5 ports)

• Standard nominal flow rate: 500 l/min

• Operating pressure: 1.8–8 bar

• Design: Plate seat (poppet valve)

• Reset method: Mechanical spring

• Nominal size: 5 mm

• Width: 26 mm

• Manual override: Detenting (locking)

• Protection rating: IP65 (with appropriate mating socket)

• Housing material: Die‑cast aluminium, anodised

• Seal material: NBR, TPE‑U(PU)

• Ambient temperature: ‑5…+40 °C

• Medium temperature: ‑10…+60 °C

• Storage temperature: ‑20…+60 °C

• Product weight: 270 g

Advanced Specifications:

• Switching time (on): 8 ms typical

• Switching time (off): 36 ms typical

• Max. positive test pulse (0 signal): 2200 µs

• Max. negative test pulse (1 signal): 3700 µs

• Pilot air supply: Internal

• Pilot exhaust port: M5

• Flow direction: Non‑reversible

• Sealing principle: Soft

• Mounting position: Any

• Mounting type: On manifold rail (PAL/PRS) or via through‑holes

• Exhaust air function: With flow control option

• Corrosion resistance class (CRC): 1 – Low corrosion stress

• Coil core diameter: 8 mm (accepts MSFG F‑series coil)

• Electrical connection: Via F‑series coil, ordered separately

System Integration:

• Belongs to the Festo Tiger Classic series of directional control valves.

• Solenoid coil and mating socket must be ordered separately (see Related Products).

• Suitable for individual in‑line installation via threaded ports or manifold mounting on PAL/PRS rails.

• For detailed installation drawings and pneumatic circuit diagrams, refer to the product hardware manual.

Standards & Compliance:
Refer to manufacturer official documentation for detailed certification and compliance information.

Related Products (upgrade path):

• Lower flow variant → MFH‑3‑1/8 (3/2‑way, similar port size)

• Current model → MFH‑5‑1/8 (9982, 5/2 monostable)

• Higher flow variant (same port size) → MFH‑5‑1/8‑B (19758, 750 l/min, higher pressure 2–10 bar)

• Accessory (solenoid coil) → MSFG‑24/42‑50/60 (4527, 24V DC / 42V AC 50/60Hz)

• Accessory (socket) → 3‑pin plug socket conforming to DIN 43650‑B / EN 175301‑803