SMC recently launched a new addition to the SY series of valve manifolds targeted at the food and packing market. According to product manager, Ernst Smith, the new IP69K manifold is available as part of the SY 5000 range and was originally developed with USA food industry customers in mind. The USA had various customer requests for such a manifold and it was developed based on local market research.
The SY 5000 series now offers a dedicated manifold with an IP69K rating. “This is yet another leading product that SMC has produced for the market. The focus on quality and performance of this product is second to none and once again demonstrates that SMC’s focus is on customer driven product development,” says Smith.
The unit is now suitable for wet areas and can withstand washdown and cleaning. Customers have the ability to install valves outside a protective box and close to the actuators for better control. The new device is lightweight and comes in a small package. It is corrosion resistant and easy to clean and maintain. The manifold is available with from two to 16 stations with a variety of valve styles offered. The manifold valves are available with options of rubber or metal seal valves. Pressures from –1 to 7 bar are achievable in the rubber seal, with the metal seal operating at up to 10 bar. The compact unit also comes with an optional power saving coil which draws as little as 0,1 W.
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