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3/2-way Bistable Valves

MF-AirDrive™ B | MF-HyDrive™ B | MF-VacDrive™ B

DESCRIPTION

The 3/2-way spool valves and solenoid valves in the Bistable (B) Series are designed for applications requiring maximum energy efficiency and operational safety. Thanks to the bistable pilot system, the valve requires only a single electrical pulse to switch and maintain the spool position, eliminating continuous energy consumption and preventing accidental state changes in the event of a power failure.

AVAILABLE VERSIONS

  • MF-AirDriveTM B– optimized for compressed air management
  • MF-HyDriveTM B– designed for combined vacuum and compressed air applications (assisted vacuum)
  • MF-VacDriveTM B– Developed specifically for direct vacuum management

APPLICATIONS

Ideal for energy-efficient systems, security systems, industrial automation with latching logic (state retention), battery-powered machines, or installations where it is necessary to prevent the heat generated by coils that are constantly powered.

Description

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND BENEFITS

  • Absolute energy efficiency: The low-power driver consumes energy only during switching, eliminating coil overheating.
  • Position memory: Maximum system safety; the valve retains its status even in the event of a total power outage.
  • Shutter technology: Balanced conical shutter system with a contoured PU diaphragm, designed for high flow rates and exceptional durability.
  • Ready to use: Comes complete with a low-power bistable coil and its dedicated connector.

FEATURES

  • Fluid: Filtered air (lubricated or non-lubricated) or vacuum, depending on the version selected.
  • Operating pressure: MF-AirDriveTM B: Max 10 bar – HyDriveTM: 6–10 bar – MF-VacDriveTM B: 3–10 bar
  • Ambient temperature: -20°C to +50°C
  • Fluid temperature: +50°C max.
  • ATEX Classification (Electrical Control): II 3G Ex h IIC T3 Gg / II 3D Ex h IIIC T200°C Dc
  • ATEX Classification (Pneumatic Control): II 3G Ex h IIC T6 Gg / II 3D Ex h IIIC T85°C Dc
  • Main materials: Aluminum body, PU and NBR seals.

TECHNICAL DATA

CONNECTION 1/8” 1/4” 3/8” 1/2” 3/4” 1” 1/1/2” 2”
Nominal Diameter (mm) 5,5 8 10 15 19 25 39 50
Flow Rate (Compressed Air) (Nl/min) 600 1100 1500 5500 6500 13500 35000 60000
Airflow (vacuum) (m³/h) 1,5 4 10 20 35 90 180 250
Flow Rate (Direct Vacuum) (m³/h) 4 10 20 35 90 100