Functional:
Sturdy metal thread or pre-assembled QS
fittings
Modular:
Supply plates facilitate the creation of
multiplepressurezonesaswellasnumerous additional exhaust and supply ports
Wide range of valve functions
Practical:
Large inscription labels
All valves have the same compact
dimensions with an overall length of
107 mm and a widthof 10.5 mm or
21 mm. A height of 55 mm makes
them a perfect match for the electrical
peripherals CPX.
Special features
Multi-pin terminal
• Max. 24 valve positions/
max. 24 solenoid coils
• Parallel modular valve linking via
circuit boards
• Electronics module with integrated
holding current reduction
Selecting an MPA valve terminal using
the online catalogue is quick and easy
thanks to the convenient valve
terminal configurator provided. This
makes it much easier to find the right
product.
2D/3D CAD dataOnline via: www.festo.com
You can request the CAD data for a
valve terminal you have configured. To
do so, perform the product search as
described above. Go to the shopping
basket and click on the CAD icon
The valve terminals are fully
assembled according to your order
specifications and are individually
tested. This reduces the assembly and
installation time to a minimum.
(compass). On the next page you can
generate a 3D previewor request
another data format of your choice by
e-m ail.
The valve terminal type 32 is ordered
using the order code.
Ordering system for type 32
Internet: mpa
Ordering system for CPX
Internet: cpx
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Valve terminals type 32 MPA
Key features
Individual connection
Valvescan also be used on individual
sub-bases for actuators further away
from the valve terminal.
Multi-pin plug connection
The signal flow from the controller to
the valve terminal takes place via a
pre-assembled or self-assembled
multi-wire cable to the multi-pin plug
connection, which substantially
reduces installation time.
AS-interface connection
A special feature of the AS-interface is
its ability to simultaneously transmit
data and supply power via a two-wire
cable. The encoded cable profile
prevents connection with incorrect
polarity.
The valve terminal with AS-interface is
available in the following versions:
The electrical connection is established using a standard 4-pin M8 plug
(EN 60947-5-2).
The valve terminal can be equipped
with max. 24 solenoid coils. This
correspondsto4to24MPA1or2to
24 MPA2 valves, or a combination of
both.
• With two to eight modular valve
positions (max. 8 solenoid coils).
This corresponds to 2 to 8 MPA1 or
2to8MPA2valves,ora
combination of both.
• With all available valve functions.
Versions
• Sub-D connection
• Pre-assembled multi-pin cable
• Multi-pin cable for self-assembly
The connection technology used for
the inputs can be selected as with
CPX:M8,M12,Harax,Sub-D,
CageClamp® (terminals to IP20).
Further information
Internet: as-interface
CPI installation system
Valve terminal for CPI installation
system:
Valve terminals with CP connection
are intended for connection to higherorder fieldbus nodes or to control
blocks. A fieldbus node or control
block also enables the connection of
decentralised i nput/output units. The
following fieldbus protocols are
supported:
• Festo fieldbus, ABB CS31,
Moeller Suconet K
• Interbus
• Allen Bradley (1771 RIO)
• DeviceNet
• Profibus DP
• Profinet IO
• CC- Li nk
• Modbus/TC P
• Ethernet
• EtherCAT
Four stringswith up to 32 inputs and
outputs can be connected to a fieldbus node or control block. The connecting cables transmit the power
supply for the input modules and the
load voltage for the valves as well as
control signals.
Further information
Internet: ctec
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Valve terminals type 32 MPA
Key features
Fieldbus connection via the CPX system
An integrated fieldbus node manages
communication with a higher-order
PLC. This enables a space-saving
pneumatic and electronic solution.
Control block connection via the CPX system
Controllers integrated in the Festo
valve terminals enable the construction of stand-alone control units to
IP65, without control cabinets.
Valve terminalswith fieldbus interfaces can be configured with up to
16 manifold blocks. In conjunction
with MPA1 and 8 solenoid coils per
manifold block, up to 128 solenoid
coils can thus be actuated. An MPA2
with 4 solenoid coils per manifold
block can actuate 64 solenoid coils.
Using the slave operation mode, these
valve terminals can be used for intelligent pre-processing and are therefore
ideal modules for designing decentralised intelligence.
Versions
• Profibus DP
• ProfiNet
• Interbus
• DeviceNet connection
• CANopen
• CC- Li nk
• Ethernet/IP
• Front End Controller Remote
• Front End Controller
Remote I/O
• Modbus/TC P
• Profinet IO
• EtherCAT
• CPX ter minal
Internet: cpx
In the master operation mode,
terminal groups can be designedwith
many options and functions which
can autonomously control a mediumsized machine/system.
• CPX ter minal
Internet: cpx
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Peripherals overview
Modular pneumatic components
The modular design of the MPA
facilitates maximum flexibility right
from the planning stage and offers
maximum ease of service in
operation.
The system consists of manifold
blocks and valves.
The manifold blocks are screwed
together and thus form the support
system for the valves.
They contain the connection ducts for
supplying compressed air to and venting from the valve terminal as well as
the working lines for the pneumatic
drives for each valve.
Each manifold block is connected to
the next using three screws.
Individual terminal sections can be
isolated and further manifold blocks
inserted by loosening these screws.
This ensures that the valve terminal
can be rapidly and reliably extended.
Modular electrical peripherals
Themannerinwhichthevalvesare
actuated differs according to whether
youareusingamulti-pinterminal,
fieldbus terminal or individual valve.
The MPA with CPX interface is based
on the internal bus system of the CPX
andusesthisserialcommunication
system for all solenoid coils and a
range of electrical input and output
functions.
MPAwithelectricalperipheralsCPXModularity with electrical peripherals CPX
Serial linking facilitatesthe following:
• Transmission of switching
information
• High valve density
• Compact design
• Position-based diagnostics
• Separate voltage supply for valves
• Flexible conversion without address
shifting
• Transmission of status, parameter
and diagnostic data
Internet: cpx
• Option of CP interface
• CPX-FEC as stand-alone controller
with access via Ethernet and web
server
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Peripherals overview
Individual sub-base size 1
Ordering:
• Using individual part numbers
3
2
1
Individual sub-bases can be equipped
with any valve.
The electrical connection is established using a standard 4-pin M8 plug
(EN 60947-5-2).
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4
65
DesignationBrief description Page/Internet
1 Solenoid valveMPA169
2 Manual overrideNon-detenting/turning with detent, per solenoid coil–
3 Cover cap for manual overrideConversion from detenting/non-detenting to non-detenting or covered74
4 Sub-baseFor individual valve MPA171
5 Fittings and/or silencersM7 for working lines (2, 4) and work air supply/exhaust ports (1, 3, 5)76
6 Fittings, silencers or blanking plugsM5 for pilot air supply/pilot exhaust air (12/14,82/84) and pressure compensation76
7 Electrical connection M84-pin–
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Valve terminals type 32 MPA
Peripherals overview
Individualsub-base size 2
Ordering:
• Using individual part numbers
3
2
1
Individual sub-bases can be equipped
with any valve.
The electrical connection is established using a standard 4-pin M8 plug
(EN 60947-5-2).
An adjustable pressure regulator can
be installed between the manifold
block and the valve in order to control
the force of the triggered actuator.
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4
5
6
DesignationBrief description Page/Internet
1 Solenoid valveMPA269
2 Manual overrideNon-detenting/turning with detent, per solenoid coil–
3 Cover cap for manual overrideConversion from detenting/non-detenting to non-detenting or covered74
4 Sub-baseFor individual valve MPA271
5 Fittings and/or silencersGxFor working lines (2, 4) and work air supply/exhaust ports (1, 3, 5)76
6 Fittings, silencers or blanking plugs M5 For pilot air supply/pilot exhaust air (12/14, 82/84) and pressure compensation76
7 Electrical connection M84-pin–
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Peripherals overview
Pneumatic components of the valve terminal – Multi-pin plug, AS-interface
The manifold blocks are either
prepared for:
• 2 or 4 single solenoid valves
• 2 or 4 double solenoid valves
depending on the size.
• Double solenoid valve positions
can be equipped with any valve or a
blanking plate.
• Single solenoid valve positions can
onlybeequippedwithsingle
solenoid valves.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
aJ
aA
aB
aC
aD
10
aI
aD
bJ
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aF
aG
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Peripherals overview
Pneumatic components of the valve terminal – Multi-pin plug, AS-interface
DesignationBrief description Page/Internet
1 Electronics module–73
2 Solenoid valveSize 169
3 Cover cap for manual overrideConversion from detenting/non-detenting to non-detenting or covered–
4 Blanking plateFor unused valve position (vacant position), size 174
5 MountingOptional for valve terminal mounting (on supply plate)71
6 Flat plate silencer––
7 Exhaust plateFor ducted exhaust air74
8 Regulator plateSize 270
9 Solenoid valveSize 269
aJ Blanking plateFor unused val ve position (vacant position), size 274
aA H-rail mounting–71
aB Right-hand end plate–72
aC Separating sealFor manifold block74
aD FittingsFor working lines76
aE Inscription label–76
aF Manifold blockSize 271
aG FittingsFor pneumatic supply plate76
aH Supply plate–74
aI Electrical manifold moduleFor multi-pin plug connection, for AS-interface73
bJ Manifold blockSize 171
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Peripherals overview
Pneumatic components of the valve terminal – CPI connection, fieldbus
The manifold blocks are either
prepared for:
• 2 or 4 single solenoid valves
• 2 or 4 double solenoid valves
depending on the size.
• Double solenoid valve positions
can be equipped with any valve or a
blanking plate.
• Single solenoid valve positions can
onlybeequippedwithsingle
solenoid valves.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
aJ
aA
bJ
aC
aB
aI
aD
aH
aG
aF
aE
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bC
bD
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bB
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Peripherals overview
Pneumatic components of the valve terminal – CPI connection, fieldbus
DesignationBrief description Page/Internet
1 Electronics module–73
2 Solenoid valveSize 169
3 Cover cap for manual overrideConversion from detenting/non-detenting to non-detenting or covered–
4 Blanking plateFor unused valve position (vacant position), size 174
5 Electrical manifold moduleFor fieldbus connection, for proportional pressure regulator73
6 MountingOptional for valve terminal mounting (on supply plate)71
7 Flat plate silencer––
8 Exhaust plateFor ducted exhaust air74
9 MountingOptional for valve terminal mounting
(on the manifold block of the proportional pressure regulator)
aJ Electrical moduleFor proportional pressureregulator73
aA Proportional pressure regulator–64
aB Regulator plateSize 270
aC Solenoid valveSize 269
aD Blanking plateFor unused val ve position (vacant position), size 274
aE H-rail mounting–71
aF Right-hand end plate–72
aG Separating sealFor manifold block74
aH FittingsFor working lines76
aI Manifold blockSize 271
bJ Manifold blockFor proportional pressureregulator71
bA Pressure sensor–74
bB FittingsFor pneumatic supply plate76
bC Supply plate–74
bD Electrical supply plateFor auxiliary voltage supply for large valve terminals73
bE Inscription label–76
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Valve terminals type 32 MPA
Peripherals overview
Valve terminal with multi-pin plug connection
Order code:
• 32P-… for the pneumatic
components
• 32E-… for the electrical
components
MPA valve terminals with multi-pin
plug connection can be expanded by
up to 24 solenoid coils.
The multi-pin plug connection is
designed as a removable 25-pin
Sub-D connection to IP65.
Valve terminal with fieldbus connection, control block (electrical peripherals CPX)
Order code:
• 32P-… for the pneumatic
components
• 50E-… for the electrical
components
Valve terminals with fieldbus interfaces can be configured with up to
16 manifold blocks. In conjunction
with MPA1 and 8 solenoid coils per
manifold block, up to 128 solenoid
coils can thus be equipped. An MPA2
with 4 solenoid coils per manifold
block can actuate 64 solenoid coils.
2
1
Each valve position can be equipped
with any valve or a blanking plate. The
rules for CPX apply to the equipment
that can be used in combination with
the electrical peripheralsCPX.
In general:
MPA offers a comprehensive range of
valve functions. All valves are
equippedwithpistonspoolandpatented sealing system which facilitates
efficient sealing, a broad pressure
range and long servicelife. To increase power they have a pneumatic
pilot control supplied by pilot air.
Constructional design
Valve replacementExtension
The valves are attached to the metal
manifold block using two screws,
which means that they can be easily
Valve function
CodeCircuit symbolSizeDescription
M
replaced. The mechanical sturdiness
of the manifold block guarantees
excellent long-term sealing.
Sub-base valves can be quickly
replaced since the tubing connectors
remain on the manifold block.
This design is also particularly flat.
Blanking plates can be replaced by
valves at a later date. The dimensions,
mounting points and existing pneumatic installations remain unchanged
during this process.
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5/2-way valve, single solenoid
• Pneumatic spring return
• Reversible
• Suitable for vacuum
Irrespective of the valve function there
are sub-base valves with one solenoid
coil (single solenoid) or with two
solenoid coils (double solenoid or two
single solenoidvalves in one
housing).
Thevalvecode(M,J,N,NS, K,KS,H,
HS,B,G,E,X,W,D,DSI)islocatedon
the front of the valve beneath the
manual override.
J
N
NS
–
K
KS
–
5/2-way valve, double solenoid
• Reversible
• Suitable for vacuum
2x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normallyopen
• Pneumatic spring return
• Operatingpressure> 3bar
2x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normallyopen
• Mechanical spring return
• Operatingpressure–0.9 … +8 bar
2x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normallyclosed
• Pneumatic spring return
• Operatingpressure> 3bar
2x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normallyclosed
• Mechanical spring return
• Operatingpressure–0.9 … +8 bar
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y
p
Key features – Pneumatic components
Valve function
CodeCircuit symbolSizeDescription
12
H
HS
–
B
G
E
X
W
D
2x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normally
–1xclosed
–1xopen
• Pneumatic spring return
• Operatingpressure> 3bar
2x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normally
–1xclosed
–1xopen
• Mechanical spring return
• Operatingpressure–0.9 … +8 bar
5/3-way valve
• Mid-position pressurised
• Mechanical spring return
• Reversible
• Suitable for vacuum
5/3-way valve
• Mid-position closed
• Mechanical spring return
• Reversible
• Suitable for vacuum
5/3-way valve
• Mid-position exhausted
• Mechanical spring return
• Reversible
• Suitable for vacuum
1x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normallyclosed
• External compressed air supply
• Pneumatic spring return
• Reversible
Compressedair(–0.9…+10bar)suppliedatworkingport4canbe
switched with both internal and external pilot air supply.
1x 3/2-way valve,single solenoid
• Normallyopen
• External compressed air supply
• Pneumatic spring return
• Reversible
Compressedair(–0.9…+10bar)suppliedatworkingport2canbe
switched with both internal and external pilot air supply.
2x 2/2-way valve
• Normallyclosed
• Pneumatic spring return
• Operatingpressure> 3bar
1)
1)
1)
DS
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2x 2/2-way valve
• Normallyclosed
• Mechanical spring return
• Operatingpressure–0.9 … +8 bar
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y
p
Key features – Pneumatic components
Valve function
CodeCircuit symbolSizeDescription
12
I
1) If neither solenoid coil is energised, the valve moves to its mid-position by means of spring force.
If both coils are energised at the same time, the valve remains in the previously assumed switching position.
2x 2/2-way valve
• 1x normally closed
• 1x normally closed, reversible
• Pneumatic spring return
• Operatingpressure> 3bar
• Vacuum at port 3/5 only
-H- Note
A filter must be placed upstream of valves in vacuum mode. This
prevents the ingress of foreign matter in the intake air into the valve
(e.g. when operating a suction cup).
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Valve terminals type 32 MPA
Key features – Pneumatic components
Vertical stacking
Additional function units can be
added to each valve position between
thesub-baseandthevalve.
Vertical stacking components
1
2
These functions are known as vertical
stacking, and enable special function-
An adjustable pressure regulator can
be installed between the manifold
block and the valve in order to control
the force of the triggered actuator.
This pressure regulator maintains an
essentially constant output pressure
(secondary side) independent of
pressure fluctuations (primary side)
and air consumption.
Standard version:
• For supply pressure up to 6 bar or
up to 10 bar
• Without pressure gauge (optional)
• Regulatorheadwith3positions
(locked, reference position, free
running)
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Key features – Pneumatic components
Vertical stacking
Mode of operation of the pressure regulator plate (P regulator) for port 1; code: PA,PF
This pressure regulator regulates the
pressure upstream of the valve in
duct 1 . Ducts 2 and 4 thus have the
same regulatedpressure.
AdvantagesApplication examples
• The pressureregulator is not
affected by venting, since the
pressure is regulated upstream of
the valve.
• The pressureregulator can always
be adjusted, since the pressure
from the valve terminal is always
present.
• An equal working pressure is
required at working ports 2 and 4.
During venting,the exhaust flow in
the valve is from duct 2 to duct 3 and
from duct 4 to duct 5 .
• A l ower working pressure
(e.g. 3 bar) than the operating
pressure present at the valve
terminal (e.g. 8 bar) is required.
Mode of operation of the pressure regulator plate (B regulator)for port 2; code: PC, PH
This pressure regulator regulates the
pressure in duct 2 after the pressure
medium flows through the valve.
During venting,the exhaust flow in
the valve is from duct 2 to duct 3 via
the pressure regulator.
RestrictionsApplication example
The pressureregulator can only be adjusted in switched state(e.g. the valve
is switched to 2 and exhaust flow
occurs from 4 to 5).
The pressure regulator makes it
possible to reduce the pressure at port
2 of an individual valve, i n contrast to
the operating pressure of the valve
terminal.
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Key features – Pneumatic components
Vertical stacking
Mode of operation of the pressure regulator plate (A regulator) for port 4; code: PB, PK
This pressure regulator regulates the
pressure in duct 4 after the pressure
medium flows through the valve.
During venting,the exhaust flow in
the valve is from duct 4 to duct 5 via
the pressure regulator.
RestrictionsApplication example
The pressureregulator can only be adjusted in switched state(e.g. the valve
Mode of operation of the pressure regulator plate (B regulator, reversible) for port 2, reversible; code: PL, PN
is switched to 4 and exhaust flow
occurs from 2 to 3).
If different working pressures are required at por ts 4 and 2. The pressure
presentatport2isfromduct1.
The reversible B regulator splits the
supply air in duct 1 and regulates the
pressure upstream of the valve in
duct 3 (the unregulated pressure from
duct 1 is in duct 5). The regulated air
is then supplied to duct 2. The valve
is thus operated in reversible mode.
During venting,the exhaust flow in
the valve is from duct 2 to duct 1 and
it is reversed into the manifold block
via the intermediate plate to duct 3.
Application examples
• When instead of the operating pressure of the valve terminal, a different pressure is required in duct 2.
• When fast exhaust venting is
required.
AdvantagesRestrictions
• Fast cycle times.
• 50% higher exhaust flow rate, as air
is not exhausted via the pressure
regulator. The load on the pressure
regulator is also reduced.
• No quick exhaust valves are
required.
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• When the pressure regulator must
always be adjustable.
• Operatingpressureis always
present at the pressure regulator,
as the pressure is regulated
upstream of the valve, i.e. the
regulator can always be adjusted.
• 2x 3/2-way valves (code N, K, H) are
not used, as pressure is present at
ports 3 and 5.
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that can be operated in reversible
mode.
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Key features – Pneumatic components
Vertical stacking
Mode of operation of the pressureregulator plate (A regulator, reversible) for port 4, reversible; code: PK, PM
The reversible A regulator splits the
working air in duct 1 and supplies the
pressure upstream of the valve into
duct 5 (the unregulated pressure from
duct 1 is in duct 3). The regulated air
is then supplied to duct 4. The valve
is thus operated in reversible mode.
Application examples
• When instead of the operating
pressure of the valve terminal, a
different pressure is required in
duct 4.
AdvantagesRestrictions
• Fast cycle times.
• 50% higher exhaust flow rate, as air
is not exhausted via the pressure
regulator. The load on the pressure
regulator is also reduced.
• No quick exhaust valves are
required.
• When fast exhaust venting is
required.
• When the pressure regulator must
always be adjustable.
• Operatingpressureis always
present at the pressure regulator,
as the pressure is regulated
upstream of the valve, i.e. the
regulator can always be adjusted.