5-Port Solenoid Valve, Pilot Type, Metal Seal, Body Ported VFS3000 Series

Caution
- Product images may be representative. Refer to the manufacturer's catalog for details.
Product Description
- 5-Port Solenoid Valve, Pilot Type, Metal Seal, Body Ported VFS3000 Series from SMC.
- Series VFS includes 5 port pilot solenoid valves with metal seals.
- Manifold options: Base mounted or body ported types.
- Base mounted manifolds come in plug-in and non plug-in styles.
- Body ported manifolds available with bar or separate type bases.
- Port sizes range from 1/8 to 3/4 with Rc(PT), NPTF & G(PF) thread types.
- Various options available for customization.
Metal Seal: Body Ported Type 5-Port Pilot Type VFS3000 Series Specifications

VFS3320-□E-03 external appearance

VFS3220-□T-03 external appearance

VFS3120-□G-03 external appearance

VFS3120-□E-03-F external appearance
| Valve Specifications | Fluid | Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Pressure | 1.0 MPa | ||
| Minimum Operating Pressure | 0.1 MPa | ||
| Guaranteed Proof Pressure | 1.5 MPa | ||
| Ambient Temperature and Operating Fluid Temperature | *1 -10 to +60°C | ||
| Lubrication | *2 Not required | ||
| Pilot Valve – Manual Operation | Non-locking push type (flush) | ||
| Impact Resistance / Vibration Resistance | *3 150/50 m/s2 | ||
| Enclosure | *4 Dust-proof (IP50 equivalent) | ||
| Electrical Specifications | Coil Rated Voltage | 100 V, 200 V AC (50/60 Hz), 24 V DC | |
| Allowable Voltage Fluctuation | -15% to +10% of rated voltage | ||
| Coil Insulation Type | *5 Class B or equivalent (130°C) | ||
| Apparent Power (Power Consumption) AC | Starting | 5.6 VA / 50 Hz, 5.0 VA / 60 Hz | |
| Holding | 3.4 VA (2.1 W) / 50 Hz, 2.3 VA (1.5 W) / 60 Hz | ||
| Power Consumption | 1.8 W (2.04 W: with light and surge voltage suppressor) | ||
| Electrical Entry | Grommet, grommet terminal, conduit terminal, DIN terminal | ||
*1: Use dry air when at low temperatures.
*2: If lubricating, use turbine oil class 1 (ISO VG32).
*3: Impact resistance: No malfunctions after testing using a drop-type impact tester under the following conditions: in the axial direction and at a right angle to the main valve and armature in both energized and non-energized states (once for each condition state). (Initial value)
Vibration resistance: No malfunctions occurred in a 1-sweep test between 45 and 2,000 Hz. The test was performed in both energized and non-energized states and in the axial direction and at right angles to the main valve and armature. (Initial value)
*4: According to JIS C0920.
*5: Based on JIS C 4003.
| Pilot Method | *1: External pilot type |
|---|---|
| Pilot Valve – Manual Operation | Non-locking push type (extended), locking type (tool required) |
| Coil Rated Voltage | 110 to 120 V, 220 V, 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) |
| 12 V, 100 V DC | |
| Options | *2: With light and surge voltage suppressor |
| Foot Bracket (with Screws) | Mountable to VFS3000-52A and VFS3120 (single) only |
*1: Operating pressure: 0 to 1 MPa / Pilot pressure: 0.1 to 1 MPa
*2: The grommet type is equipped with a surge voltage suppressor (lead wire body ported type), but no light.
Model
| Configuration | Model | Piping connection port diameter Rc | Flow Rate Characteristics | *1: Maximum Operating Frequency CPM | *2: Response Time ms | *3: Weight kg | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 → 4/2 (P → A/B) | 4/2 → 5/3 (A/B → R1/R2) | ||||||||||||
| C (dm3/(s·bar)) | b | Cv | C (dm3/(s·bar)) | b | Cv | ||||||||
| 2 Position | Single | VFS3120 | VFS3130 | 1/4 | 5.0 | 0.20 | 1.1 | 6.8 | 0.30 | 1.7 | 1,200 | 20 or less | 0.33 |
| 3/8 | 6.1 | 0.14 | 1.4 | 7.3 | 0.23 | 1.8 | |||||||
| Double | VFS3220 | VFS3230 | 1/4 | 5.0 | 0.20 | 1.1 | 6.8 | 0.3 | 1.7 | 1,500 | 15 or less | 0.43 | |
| 3/8 | 6.1 | 0.14 | 1.4 | 7.3 | 0.23 | 1.8 | |||||||
| 3 Position | Closed Center | VFS3320 | VFS3330 | 1/4 | 5.0 | 0.20 | 1.1 | 6.3 | 0.27 | 1.6 | 600 | 40 or less | 0.45 |
| 3/8 | 5.7 | 0.20 | 1.4 | 6.8 | 0.21 | 1.7 | |||||||
| Exhaust Center | VFS3420 | VFS3430 | 1/4 | 4.9 | 0.24 | 1.1 | 6.5 | 0.28 | 1.6 | 600 | 40 or less | 0.45 | |
| 3/8 | 5.8 | 0.15 | 1.4 | 7.0 | 0.22 | 1.7 | |||||||
| Pressure Center | VFS3520 | VFS3530 | 1/4 | 4.9 | 0.23 | 1.1 | 6.6 | 0.28 | 1.6 | 600 | 40 or less | 0.45 | |
| 3/8 | 6.5 | 0.15 | 1.6 | 7.0 | 0.23 | 1.7 | |||||||
*1: The minimum operating frequency is according to JIS B 8419:2010 (once per 30 days).
*2: According to JIS B8419:2010. (Value with supply pressure at 0.5 MPa)
*3: Value for grommet type.
*4: *1 and *2 assume controlled clean air.
Product Drawing
2-position single / grommet, grommet terminal, conduit terminal, DIN terminal
(Unit: mm)

Grommet: VFS3120-□G dimensional drawing
(Unit: mm)

With foot type bracket (F) part number: VFS3000-52A dimensional drawing
(Unit: mm)

Grommet terminal: VFS3120-□E, EZ dimensional drawing
(Unit: mm)

Conduit terminal: VFS3120-□T, TZ dimensional drawing
Product Structure Drawing

2 position single structure drawing

2-position double structure drawing
| Number | Part name | Material | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body | Die-cast aluminum | - |
| 2 | Spool/Sleeve | Stainless steel | - |
| 3 | End Plate | Resin | - |
| 4 | Piston | Resin | - |
| 5 | Return Spring | Stainless steel | - |
| 6 | Pilot Valve Assembly | - | - |
| 7 | Detent Assembly | - | - |
*See p. 903 in the SMC catalog for details on ordering pilot valve assemblies.
Precautions
- Be sure to read the individual product cautions before use.
- See the SMC catalog for product information other than that detailed above.