Modern valves are positioned near the actuator, which helps ensure short switching times and high energy efficiency. The prerequisite for this are extremely compact valves with minimal weight. With the LS04, Aventics offers a valve series that is particularly suited for direct assembly on moving machine and system parts.
Only 10.8 mm width for the valve body, this design is the basis both for compact dimensions and a low weight. With a minimal switch-on time of 9 milliseconds, the valve assists with precise positioning of, for example, tools mounted on robot arms.
The nominal flow is 200 l/min for LS04-XS and 170 to 310 l/min for LS04-AF; the pneumatic valves are available with pipe connection diameters of 4 and 6 millimeters. They are equipped with both two-pin and three-two round plug connectors (M8); a plug connector diameter of 10 millimeters determines the minimum width of the valve series.