VFS2000-TF2Z523EN-A
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Instruction Manual
5 Port Pilot Operated Solenoid Valve
VFS1000/2000/3000/4000/5000/6000 Series
and VF2-4, Metal Seal
The intended use of this valve is to control the movement of an actuator.
1 Safety Instructions
These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations
and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of
potential hazard with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or “Danger.”
They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition
to International Standards (ISO/IEC)
*1)
, and other safety regulations.
*1)
ISO 4414: Pneumatic fluid power - General rules relating to systems.
ISO 4413: Hydraulic fluid power - General rules relating to systems.
IEC 60204-1: Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines.
(Part 1: General requirements)
ISO 10218-1: Robots and robotic devices - Safety requirements for
industrial robots - Part 1: Robots.
•
Refer to product catalogue, Operation Manual and Handling
Precautions for SMC Products for additional information.
•
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Warning
Warning indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning
•
Always ensure compliance with relevant safety laws and
standards.
•
All work must be carried out in a safe manner by a qualified person in
compliance with applicable national regulations.
•
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Caution
•
The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries only. Do
not use in residential premises.
2 Specifications
2.1 Valve specifications
Type
Body ported
Base mounted
2 position
3 position
Fluid
Air
Operating
pressure
range
[MPa]
For
internal
pilot
VFS3000
0.1 to 1
VFS5000/6000
-
0.1 to 1
VFS2000
0.1 to 1
0.15 to 1
VFS4000
-
0.1 to 1
0.15 to 1
VFS1000
2 position 0.1 to 1
-
3 position 0.15 to 1
For external pilot
0 to 1
External pilot pressure
range [MPa]
VFS3000/5000/6000
0.1 to 1
VFS2000/4000
0.1 to 1
0.15 to 1
Proof pressure [MPa]
1.5
Ambient and fluid temperature [°C]
Note 1)
-10 to 60
Flow characteristics
Refer to catalogue
Response time
Refer to catalogue
Duty cycle
Contact SMC
2 Specification - continued
Type
Body ported
Base mounted
Min. operating frequency
1 cycle / 30 days
Max. operating frequency [cycles/min]
Refer to catalogue
Manual override
Non-locking push type
(Flush/Extended), Locking type (Tool
required/Lever)
Lubrication
Not required
Impact/Vibration resistance [m/s
2
]
Note 2)
150 / 50
Enclosure
(Equivalent
based on
JIS C
0920)
VFS1000
IP50
-
VFS2000
With
light/surge
voltage
suppressor
G, E, F: IP50
T, D: IP54
VFS5000
-
VFS3000
IP50
VFS4000/6000
-
IP50
VFS2000
Without
light/surge
voltage
suppressor
IP50
G, E: IP50
F, T, D: IP54
VFS3000
E: IP50
F: IP52
D: IP54
VFS4000/5000/6000
-
Mounting orientation
Note 3)
Unrestricted
Weight
Refer to catalogue
Table 1.
Note 1) Use dry air at low temperatures.
Note 2) Impact resistance: No malfunction occurred when it is tested with a drop
tester in the axial direction and at the right angles to the main valve and
armature in both energized and deenergized states every once for each
condition. (Values quoted are for a new valve)
Vibration resistance: No malfunction occurred in a one-sweep test between
45 and 2000 Hz. Test was performed at both energized and de-energized
states in the axial direction and at the right angles to the main valve and
armature. (Values quoted are for a new valve)
Note 3) In the case of double solenoid, mount the valve so that the spool is
horizontal.
2.2 Solenoid specifications
Pilot valve part number
SF4-####-##
Coil rated
voltage
AC (50/60 Hz) [VAC]
100, 110 to 120, 200, 220, 240
DC [VDC]
12, 24, 100
Electrical entry
Base mounted
Grommet, Grommet terminal,
Conduit terminal, Conduit terminal
(Plug-in), DIN terminal
Body ported
Grommet, Grommet terminal,
Conduit terminal, DIN terminal
Coil insulation class
(Based on JIS C 4003)
Class B or equivalent
Allowable voltage fluctuation
Note)
–15 to +10% of rated voltage
Apparent power [VA]
Inrush
5.6 (50 Hz), 5.0 (60 Hz)
Holding
3.4 (2.1 W) / 50 Hz,
2.3 (1.5 W) / 60 Hz
Power consumption [W]
1.8 (2.04 with light/surge voltage
suppressor)
Surge voltage suppressor
Varistor, Diode (DC Grommet)
Indicator light
AC, 100 VDC
Neon light
12, 24 VDC
LED
Table 2.
Note) Valve state is not defined if electrical input is outside of specified operating
ranges.
2.3 Manifold specifications
2.3.1 Body ported VFS1000/2000/3000
2.3.1.1 Manifold specifications
Body type
Applicable manifold base (Pilot EXH)
VFS(1/2)#20
Bar manifold (Individual EXH)
VFS3#20
Stacking manifold (Individual EXH)
VFS(1/2)#30
Bar manifold (Common EXH base side)
VFS3#30
Stacking manifold (Common EXH base side)
Table 3.
Note) VFS(1/2)#30 is manifold only. Cannot be used as a single unit.
2.3.1.2 Port specification
Series
Passage
Port specification: Rc
Base
Valve
Base
1(P)
5(R1), 3(R2)
1(P)
4(A), 2(B) 5(R1),3(R2)
VFS1000
Common
Common
Side 1/8
Top 1/8
Side 1/8
VFS2000
Side 3/8
Top 1/8, ¼
Side 3/8
VFS3000
Top ¼, 3/8
Table 4.
2 Specification - continued
2.3.2 Base mounted VFS2000/3000/4000/5000
2.3.2.1 Manifold specifications
Base model
Plug-in type
VV5FS(2/3/4/5)-01
Non plug-in type
VV5FS(2/3/4/5)-10
Stations
Note 1)
VFS2000
2 to 16
VFS3000
1 to 16
VFS4000
2 to 10
VFS5000
External pilot
Yes
Note 2)
Applicable valve
model
Note 2)
VFS2000
VFS2#00-#F
VFS2#10-#(G/E/T/D)
VFS3000
VFS3#0#(R)-#F(Z) VFS3#1#(R)-#(D/E)(Z)
VFS4000
VFS4#0#(R)-#F(Z)
VFS4#1#(R)-#(D/E)(Z)
VFS5000
VFS5#0#(R)-#F(Z)
VFS5#1#(R)-#(D/E)(Z)
Table 5.
Note 1) With multi-connector, or with D-sub connector: 8 stations max.
Note 2) It is possible to mount the standard valve and external pilot type together.
2.3.2.2 Port specifications
Series
Passage
Port specification: Rc
P, EA, EB
Side ported Bottom ported
P
EA, EB
A, B
A, B
VFS2000
Common / Individual
1/4
1/8, 1/4
1/8
VFS3000
Common
1/2
Note 1)
1/4, 3/8
1/4
VFS4000
1/2
3/8, 1/2
3/8
VFS5000
3/4
1/2, 3/4
1/2
Table 6.
Note 1) For VFS3000 appropriate silencer for EA, EB port: AN40-04
2.4 Pneumatic symbol
Refer to catalogue for pneumatic symbol.
2.5 Indicator light
Indicator lights are labelled as A or B on the valve. Refer to catalogue for
indicator light locations.
2.6 Special products
Warning
Special products (-X) might have specifications different from those
shown in this section. Contact SMC for specific drawings.
3 Installation
3.1 Installation
Warning
•
Do not install the product unless the safety instructions have been read
and understood.
3.2 Environment
Warning
•
Do not use in an environment where corrosive gases, chemicals, salt
water or steam are present.
•
Do not use in an explosive atmosphere.
•
Do not expose to direct sunlight. Use a suitable protective cover.
•
Do not install in a location subject to vibration or impact in excess of
the product’s specifications.
•
Do not mount in a location exposed to radiant heat that would result in
temperatures in excess of the product’s specifications.
•
Products compliant with IP50, IP52 and IP54 have limited protection
against dust.
•
Products compliant with IP52 are protected against water drips and
products compliant with IP54 are protected against water splashes.
However, these products cannot be used in water.
•
Products compliant with IP50, IP52 and IP54 enclosures satisfy the
specifications by mounting each product properly. Be sure to read the
Specific Product Precautions for each product.
•
Do not use in high humidity environment where condensation can
occur.
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Contact SMC for altitude limitations.
3.3 Piping
Caution
•
Before connecting piping make sure to clean up chips, cutting oil, dust
etc.
•
When installing piping or fittings, ensure sealant material does not
enter inside the port. When using seal tape, leave 1 thread
exposed
on the end of the pipe/fitting.
•
Tighten fittings to the specified tightening torque.
3 Installation - continued
Connection thread size
Tightening torque [N·m]
M5
1 to 1.5
1/8
3 to 5
1/4
8 to 12
3/8
15 to 20
1/2
20 to 25
3/4
28 to 30
1
36 to 38
Table 7.
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Refer to catalogue for port identification and sizes.
3.4 Lubrication
Caution
•
SMC products have been lubricated for life at manufacture, and do not
require lubrication in service.
•
If a lubricant is used in the system, refer to catalogue for details.
3.5 Air Supply
Warning
•
Use clean air. If the compressed air supply includes chemicals,
synthetic materials (including organic solvents), salinity, corrosive gas
etc., it can lead to damage or malfunction.
Caution
•
Install an air filter upstream of the valve. Select an air filter with a
filtration size of 5 μm or smaller.
3.6 Manual override
Warning
•
Regardless of an electric signal for the valve, the manual override is
used for switching the main valve. Since connected equipment will
operate when the manual override is activated, confirm that conditions
are safe prior to activation.
•
Locked manual overrides might prevent the valve responding to being
electrically de-energised or cause unexpected movement in the
equipment.
•
Refer to the catalogue for manual override location.
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To operate the non-locking manual override, push the manual override
until it stops.
•
To operate the locking manual override, use a tool (not required for
lever type) to turn the manual override 90° in the "1" direction, the valve
will turn on and lock. To cancel the ON state, turn it 90° in the "0"
direction and check that it is in the OFF state.
Figure 1. Locking manual override (Tool required type shown)
3.7 Mounting
Caution
•
Ensure gaskets are in good condition, not deformed and are dust and
debris free.
•
When mounting valves to a manifold or sub-plate ensure gaskets are
present, aligned and securely in place and tighten to the torque
indicated in the table below.
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Refer specific product precautions for how to exchange solenoid valve.
Series
Mounting screw size
Tightening torque [N·m]
VFS1000
M4
1.4 to 2.5
VFS2000
M3
0.8 to 1.2
VFS3000
M4
1.4 to 2.5
VFS4000
M4
1.4 to 2.5
VFS5000
M5
2.8 to 5
VFS6000
M8
11.0 to 15.0
Table 8.
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Attach/remove solenoid valve vertically, parallel to sub-plate,
otherwise it may cause damage to the solenoid valve and
pin/receptacle assembly. Never remove a valve at an angle.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
OFF State
ON State
