SMC VP542R-5DU1-03A-F Two-Position Solenoid Valve

The SMC VP542R-5DU1-03A-F is a 3-port, 2-position air‑operated solenoid valve with an external pilot (R) configuration in the VP500 family, designed for compact, reliable pneumatic control in automation systems. It is a normally closed (NC) unit with a 24 V DC coil and a DIN terminal/connector for easy wiring. The fluid ports are 3/8 in, and the valve supports up to 1.0 MPa (10 bar) supply pressure with a pilot pressure range of 0.25 MPa to 1.0 MPa. Built for industrial environments, it carries an IP65 enclosure rating, operates in ambient temperatures from -10 to 35°C, and weighs about 316 g. Mechanical endurance is specified up to 30 cycles per minute, with a minimum duty of one cycle every 30 days. The main valve lubricant is listed as medicated Vaseline, supporting a life cycle of up to about 3 million cycles in typical use. Mounting orientation is unrestricted, making this valve suitable for directing compressed air to pneumatic actuators and cylinders across automation equipment and compact automation panels.