Hauppauge, N.Y.—Festo is now offering the latest addition to its MS-series air preparation units, the MS9 size, a unit with a 1-in. (25.4 mm) port capable of 600% higher flow rate than the smaller units in the series. The MS-series received Germany’s highest design award in 2010, and the product extension MS-9 is now available in the U.S.
The MS-series combines all of the standard functions of air preparation united into one product series: pressure regulators, on/off and soft-start valves, filters, dryers, sensors, and lubricators. The series includes function modules with integrated sensors and remote adjustability and the most advanced technology for air preparation—remote-controlled pressure monitoring for maximum process security. Pressure regulator units in the series have a fiber-reinforced rolling membrane, which dramatically increases flow rate and service life. As a result, pressure drops and regulation failures are reduced, allowing pneumatic systems to function more reliably.
Powerful addition to the series
The MS9’s sturdy construction makes it suitable for a wide range of uses in the automotive and food industries. Individual modules can be combined with each other, or with smaller modules to form customer-specific solutions. Colored connection components are used in the design to emphasize the modularity of the system.
With the introduction of the MS9 components, Festo has added a new option to its three existing sizes – MS4, MS6, and MS12. The MS9 size has a grid dimension of 3.5 in. (90 mm) and connection sizes from ½ to 1 ½ in. (12.7 to 38.1 mm). Filtration grades from 0.0015 in. (40 µm) to activated carbon filtration are available.
Modular and flexible
All modules can be replaced without disassembling the entire system. The same is true for the replacement of filter trays, which are first loosened via the blue interlocking switch and can then be removed individually. During system operation, the fill levels can be read directly
from the front through the sight glass. This saves time when installing, maintaining, and expanding the system. The MS series service unit has high flow rates and yet its design is space-saving and can be configured to meet customer needs.
Safety and remote maintenance
With MS Safety, the MS series also offers maximum safety as standard for man and machine. For example, the new MS9 units can be combined with the soft-start and quick exhaust valve MS6-SV. This reliably ensures rapid venting in the event of an emergency shutdown in safety-critical areas of the system.
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