Overview
The Festo 8984 F-3-1/4-B is a manual-actuated foot valve designed for pneumatic control systems in factory and process automation. This 3/2 closed monostable valve delivers 600 l/min standard nominal flow and operates across a -0.95 to 10 bar pressure range, making it suitable for low-to-medium pressure applications requiring operator-controlled actuation.
Key Features
- 3/2 closed monostable pneumatic valve configuration
- 600 l/min standard nominal flow rate (DIN 1343 standardized)
- Manual foot-pedal actuation for hands-free operation
- G1/4 pneumatic connection ports
- Operating pressure range: -0.95 to 10 bar
- Die-cast aluminum housing for durability and corrosion resistance
- Non-reversible mechanical spring return
- Optional mounting position flexibility
Technical Specifications
- Valve Type: Foot valve, 3/2 closed monostable
- Port Size: G1/4
- Nominal Size: 7 mm
- Standard Nominal Flow Rate: 600 l/min
- Operating Pressure: -0.95 to 10 bar
- Operating Temperature: -10 to 60 °C
- Actuation Type: Manual (foot pedal)
- Housing Material: Die-cast aluminum
- Weight: 595 g
- Number of Ways: 3
- Valve Function: Closed (spring-centered)
Typical Applications
The Festo 8984 foot valve is commonly used in:
- Factory automation systems requiring operator-controlled air flow
- Pneumatic press and clamping circuits
- Material handling and positioning systems
- Testing and inspection equipment with manual control requirements
- Industrial machine tool stations with foot-pedal actuation
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Any pneumatic system with G1/4 port configuration
- Standard ISO 4401-05 (CETOP-05) manifold cavity applications
- Festo pneumatic control networks and industrial automation systems
- Compressed air systems operating within -0.95 to 10 bar range
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Previous generations of Festo F-3-1/4-B foot valves
- Verify model compatibility with your original equipment documentation before ordering
Works With
- Standard ISO 4401 pneumatic control circuits
- Festo pneumatic system designs and layouts
- Compressed air supply networks (Class 3 air per ISO 8573-1)
- Manual or semi-automated pneumatic workflows
