Series VQ7-6

Manifold Specifications
How to Order Manifold

VV71 6 02R 02D

Stations Air release valve VK
1 1 station coil rating
Silencer box None VZ
···

···

Nil
10 10 stations Nil None 1 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Note) When equipped with SB With 2 200 VAC, 50/60 Hz VF
control unit, 1 or 2 Note) The silencer box 3 24 VDC
stations are used for mounting position 4 12 VDC
mounting. corresponds to
9 Other
VFR
piping connection
2 (B), 4 (A) port connection at ports 3 (R2)
and 5 (R1). VP4
02R Rc 1/4 (Right side)
03R Rc 3/8 (Right side) Thread type
02L Rc 1/4 (Left side) Nil Rc
VZS
1(P), 3(R2), 5(R1) port connection
03L Rc 3/8 (Left side) F G
02Y Rc 1/4 (Bottom side)
02D Rc 1/4 (Bottom side)
T NPTF VFS
02U Rc 1/4 (Top side)
03Y Rc 3/8 (Bottom side) Note) It is not applicable to
02B Rc 1/4 (Both sides)
C6R One-touch fitting ø6 (Right side)
03D Rc 3/8 (Bottom side)
One-touch fittings. VS4
C8R One-touch fitting ø8 (Right side)
03U Rc 3/8 (Top side)
C10R One-touch fitting ø10 (Right side)
One-touch fitting ø6 (Left side)
03B Rc 3/8 (Both sides) VQ7
C6L
C12D One-touch fitting ø12 (Bottom side)
C8L One-touch fitting ø8 (Left side)
C10L One-touch fitting ø10 (Left side)
C12U One-touch fitting ø12 (Top side) EVS
C12B One-touch fitting ø12 (Both sides)
∗ Mixed
∗ Mixed
Note) When ports are mixed, indicate VFN
piping specifications by means of Note) When ports are mixed, indicate
the manifold specification sheet. piping specifications by means of
the manifold specification sheet.

Thread type Control unit type (See pages 3-10-18 and 19 for details.)
Nil Rc Symbol Nil A AP M MP F G C E
Control equipment
F G
T NPTF Air filter with auto-drain
Note) It is not Air filter with manual drain
applicable to Regulator
One-touch Air release valve
fittings. Pressure switch
Blanking plate
(Air release valve)
Blanking plate
(Filter, Regulator)
Blanking plate
(Pressure switch)
Number of manifold blocks 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1
required for mounting (stations)

Manifold Specifications
Porting specifications
Manifold Applicable Weight
2(B), 4(A) port 1(P), 3(R2) Stations
block size solenoid valve (kg)
Port location Port size 5(R1) port size
1/4
3/8
Series Right, Left C6 (ø6) 1/4 Note)
ISO size 1 VQ7-6 C8 (ø8) 3/8 Max. 10 0.43n + 0.49
ISO size 1 C10 (ø10) C12 (ø12) stations (n: Stations)
1/4
Bottom
3/8
Note) When equipped with control unit, 1 or 2 stations are used for mounting.

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Series VQ7-6
DIN Terminal Type
VV71쏔-쏔-쏔쏔쏔
100
100 80
80 2n-1/4, 3/8 37 23
9 14 9

15
U side U side

Manual

53.5
.5

Indicator light

.5
override

53.5
R4

R4
B
B

9 9

B
23 20
SMC

P = 43

P = 43

A
PA

A
B
B

B
SMC

A
PA

A
B
B

L1
L2

L2
L1

B
SMC

A
PA

A
B

B
SMC

A
PA

A
B

A
4n-1/4, 3/8
PA

(A, B port)
L side R side (2n-1/8) R side L side

D side 38 D side

68.5 3 68.5
120.5 (Single) 16 120.5 (Single)
145 (Double) 44 145 (Double)
155 (3 position)
55 155 (3 position)
77.5
Bottom ported drawing
165.5
153.5
121

14 12
51
PA PB

3 R
65
54

4-1/8 P
39
21

(Pilot pressure R1
MC
R2
EXH port)
17 17 6-3/8
(P, R port)
26.5 26.5

L Dimension n: Stations
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Formula
L1 107 150 193 236 279 322 365 408 451 494 L1 = 43n + 64
L2 119 162 205 248 291 334 377 420 463 506 L2 = 43n + 76

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 ISO Standard Solenoid Valve: Size 1
Metal Seal/Rubber Seal Series VQ7-6
Prewired Connector Type
VV71쏔-쏔-쏔쏔쏔
100
80
9 14

U side

15
Indicator light

.5

53.5
R4
Manual override
VK

B
SMC

23 20
B
A

9
VZ

P = 43
PA

A
B
VF

SMC
B
A

VFR

PA

A
B
VP4

L1
L2

SMC
B
A

PA

A
VZS

B
SMC
A

VFS

PA

A
B
VS4
VQ7

PA

A
L side R side (2n-1/8)
EVS

38
D side

68.5 3
VFN
4n-1/4, 3/8 16
120.5 (Single) (A, B port) 44
145 (Double)
55
155 (3 position) 77.5
121

14 12
PA 1 PB

5 3 R
65
54

P
39

4-1/8 SMC
21

(Pilot pressure EXH port) R1 R2

17 17
26.5 26.5 6-3/8
(P, R port)

L Dimension n: Stations
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Formula
L1 107 150 193 236 279 322 365 408 451 494 L1 = 43n + 64
L2 119 162 205 248 291 334 377 420 463 506 L2 = 43n + 76

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Series VQ7-6
Manifold Option Parts
Blanking plate assembly Block disk (For SUP/EXH passages)
AXT502-9A AXT502-14

It is used by attaching on the manifold block for being
prepared for removing a valve for maintenance
reasons or planning to mount a spare valve, etc.
4 2
When two or more different high pressures are supplied to one
manifold, block disks are installed between stations having
different pressures.
Also, in cases such as when valve exhaust effects other stations
in a circuit, block disks are used for exhaust at stations where the
exhaust is to be separated.

5 5 5
1 1 1
3 3 3

5 1 3 SUP passage EXH passage SUP passage

blocked blocked EXH blocked

Individual SUP spacer Block disk (For pilot EXH passage)

02
VV71-P- 03 쏔 AZ503-53A
C10
Thread type
Nil Rc When a valve’s pilot valve exhaust effects other valves in a
Note) It is not applicable to
F G One-touch fittings. circuit, block disks are used between stations where the
T NPTF pilot exhaust passages are to be separated.

By mounting individual SUP spacers on a manifold block, it

is possible to provide individual supply ports for each valve.
14
5
1
3
1
4 12
2

1'

5 3

Individual EXH spacer Throttle valve spacer

02
VV71-R- 03 쏔 AXT503-23A
C12
Thread type
Nil Rc A throttle valve spacer is mounted on a manifold block to
Note) It is not applicable to
F G One-touch fittings.
control cylinder speed by throttling exhaust air flow.
T NPTF

By mounting individual EXH spacers on a manifold block, 1

exhaust ports can be provided individually for each valve. 4
2
(3, 5 common EXH type)

1
4
2

5 3

3'

5 3

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 ISO Standard Solenoid Valve: Size 1
Metal Seal/Rubber Seal Series VQ7-6

Reverse pressure spacer Residual pressure release valve spacer

AXT502-21A-1쏔 VV71-R-AB
Thread type
Nil Rc This is used by mounting on a manifold block in order to exhaust the
F G residual pressure trapped inside of a cylinder, etc., during an
T NPTF intermediate stop with a 3 position closed center or perfect type valve.
Residual pressure at ports A and B is exhausted individually to the
outside by manual operation.
With reverse pressure control manifold specifications, when pressure is 1 4 VK
2
changed individually on one side (ex. high speed cylinder return), pressure
can be supplied individually to the R2 side by mounting a reverse pressure VZ
spacer. {Port 3 (R2) is individual and 5 (R1) is common.}
1 VF
4
2
VFR

5 3
VP4

5 3 3'
VZS
VFS
R1, R2 individual EXH spacer Individual SUP spacer with residual pressure release valve
VS4
VV71-R2-03쏔 VV71-PR- 02 03 쏔

Thread type Thread type VQ7

Nil Rc Nil Rc
F G F G EVS
T NPTF T NPTF
VFN
This is used by mounting on a manifold block in order to stop the inlet side
supply pressure in an individual supply spacer, while at the same time
By mounting an individual EXH spacer on a manifold block, individual exhaust
exhausting the residual pressure are performed by pressing the manual
is possible from both R1 and R2. {3 (R2) and 5 (R1) are individual ports.}
override, which can be locked by turning it.
1 4
4 2
2 1

3'
5'
1'
3'
5 3

5 3

Main EXH back pressure check plate Adapter plate for locked-up cylinder
AXT503-37A AXT502-26A

In cases where back pressure effects actuator operation due to
simultaneous operation of manifold valves, etc., this effect can be
eliminated by installing a plate between the manifold block and
the valve from which back pressure is to be prevented.
1
4
2
When using a locked-up cylinder with 2 valves for control, this
spacer can be used by mounting on a manifold block. It
consists of a circuit equipped with a function to prevent
lurching during release.
1

5 3 5 3

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Series VQ7-6
Manifold Option Parts
Silencer box Pilot EXH silencer
VV71-쏔쏔쏔-쏔쏔-SB AN110-01

This can be provided as a unit on the end plate to This is used by mounting on the pilot exhaust port in order to
reduce manifold exhaust noise and piping labor. reduce manifold and single type pilot exhaust noise, and to
prevent the entry of dust.

Release valve spacer

AXT502-17A쏔
Thread type
Nil Rc
F G
T NPTF

1'

5 3

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 ISO Standard Solenoid Valve: Size 1
Metal Seal/Rubber Seal Series VQ7-6

Double check spacer Double check spacer with residual pressure release valve
VV71-FPG VV71-FPGR

By combining a 3 position exhaust center valve with a double check This is a double check spacer equipped with a residual
spacer, an intermediate stopping position of a cylinder can be held pressure release function, to release residual pressure
for an extended period. It can also be used for drop prevention at inside a cylinder during maintenance or adjustment, etc.
the cylinder stroke end when releasing residual supply pressure, by 4 2
1
combining it with a 2 position single or double valve.
VK
VZ
VF
VFR
5 3
VP4
Caution VZS
4
• Since extended cylinder stops are not possible if there are leaks
1
2 from piping between the valve and cylinder or from fittings, etc., VFS
check for leakage using a neutral liquid detergent.
• Since One-touch fittings allow slight air leakage, screw piping
(with M5 thread) is recommended when stopping the cylinder in
VS4
the middle for a long time.
• This spacer cannot be combined with a 3 position closed center VQ7
valve.
• Set the load weight so that the cylinder side pressure is less than EVS
5 3 two times the supply side pressure.
Specifications • When using the residual pressure release function, confirm the
Double check spacer part no. VV71-FPG
VFN
action of actuators, etc., and operate after providing for safety
Applicable solenoid or air operated valve Series VQ7-6 measures.
One solenoid energized R1
P 130
(One pilot pressurized) R2
Leakage R1
P 130
(cm3/min (ANR)) Both solenoids unenergized R2
(Both pilots unpressurized) B R1
0
A R2

Interface regulator
P
ARB250-00- A
B

Spacer Interface regulators can be placed on top of the manifold block to reduce the pressure of each of the valves.

1 42 1 42 1 42

5 3 5 3 5 3
Regulating port A Regulating port B Regulating port P

Part No. Caution

P reduced
• When combining a pressure center valve and interface regulator with reduced pressure at ports A and
pressure ARB250-00-P B, use model ARB210- AB.
A reduced • When combining a reverse pressure valve and interface regulator, use model ARB210- AB.
pressure ARB250-00-A Further, it cannot be used with reduced pressure at port P.
B reduced • When combining a double check valve and an interface regulator, use a manifold or sub-plate as a
pressure ARB250-00-B basis, and stack them in the following order; the perfect spacer
the interface regulator
the valve.
• When a closed center valve is combined with the interface regulator’s A, B port regulation, note that it
cannot be used for intermediate stops of a cylinder because there is leakage from relief port on the
regulator.

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Series VQ7-6
Control Unit
Control equipment (filters, regulators, pressure switches, air release valves) has been made into standardized units which can be mounted on manifolds
without any modifications.

Control Unit Specifications

Air filter (With auto-drain/With manual drain)
Filtration degree 5 µm
Regulator
Set pressure (Outlet pressure) 0.05 to 0.85 MPa
Pressure switch
Pressure adjustment range 0.1 to 0.7 MPa
Contact 1 ab
Rated current (Induction load) 125 VAC 15 A, 250 VAC 15 A
Air release valve (Single only)
Operating pressure range 0.15 to 1.0 MPa

Option
AXT502-9A (For manifold)
AXT502-18A (For release valve adapter plate)
Blanking plate
MP2 (For control equipment/filter regulator)
MP3 (For pressure switch)
Release valve adapter plate AXT502-17A
VAW-A (Adapter plate, Filter with auto-drain cock, Regulator)
Control equipment
VAW-M (Adapter plate, Filter with manual drain cock, Regulator)
Pressure switch IS3100-X230

Control Unit Type

Ordering symbol
Nil A AP M MP F G C E
Control equipment
Air filter with auto-drain
Air filter with manual drain
Manifold specifications example Regulator
Air release valve
4 Pressure switch
2 Blanking plate (Air release valve)
AXT502-9A Blanking plate (Filter, Regulator)
4 Blanking plate (Pressure switch)
2 Number of manifold blocks 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1
VQ7-6-FHG-D required for mounting (stations) stations stations stations stations stations stations stations station
4
2
VQ7-6-FG-D Use of Control Unit
4
<Construction and piping >
2
VQ7-6-FG-S 1. The supply pressure (Po) passes through the regulator with filter and is adjusted to the
prescribed pressure. Next, it goes through the release valve (downstream residual pressure
switching function used as normally ON) and is supplied to the manifold base side (P).
Air release valve 2. When the release valve w is OFF, the supply pressure from port Po is blocked, and the air
which was being supplied to the manifold side port P passes through the release valve and is
X
Pressure switch discharged from port R1.
P'
3. The pressure switch is piped into the outlet side of the release valve w. (It operates when the
Air filter regulator release valve w is energized.) Also, since there is an internal voltage drop of 4V, it may not be
possible to confirm the OFF and ON states with a tester, etc.
5 3 Po P" Control unit
Caution
• In the case of air filters with auto-drain or manual drain, mount so that the air filter is
at the bottom.

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 ISO Standard Solenoid Valve: Size 1
Metal Seal/Rubber Seal Series VQ7-6

Manifold with control unit 201.5

189.5
165.5
153.5
121
155 (3 position) 65
145 (Double) 55
120.5 (Single) 44
68.5 16
100 14
80 2n-1/8 4n-1/4, 3/8
9 3 (A, B port)
U side VK

15
.5
VZ

53.5
Manual override L side R side

R4

B
B
VF

SMC

23 20
P = 43
9
PA

A
VFR

B
B

SMC
VP4

PA

A
B
B

L1
L2
SMC
VZS

PA

A
Indicator light

B
VFS

SMC

PA

L3
VS4

B
Release valve

VQ7

PA

38
EVS
SMC

VFN

142 (145.5 for MP)

Control unit Pressure switch

D side
9
124 89

ø42.5 Drain port

AP: 1/4
214

P
138

14 12
1
3/8 PA PB
84

Supply port
65

5 3 R
54

4-1/8
39

P
21

(Pilot pressure EXH port) R1

SMC
R2

9 4-3/8
17 17 (R1, R2 port)
26.5 26.5
L Dimension n: Stations
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Formula
L1 107 150 193 236 279 322 365 408 451 494 L1 = 43n + 64
L2 119 162 205 248 291 334 377 420 463 506 L2 = 43n + 76
255 298 341 384 427 470 513 556 599 642
L3 L3 = 43n + 212 (215.5)
(258.5) (301.5) (344.5) (387.5) (430.5) (473.5) (516.5) (559.5) (602.5) (645.5)
L3 dimensions inside ( ) are for MP.
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Series VQ7-6
Manifold Option Parts
Interface regulator Residual pressure release valve spacer
P
ARB250-00- A AZ503-82 AB
B

Interface regulator 254

P
ARB250-00- AB 127

SMC
SMC
205.5 (177.5)

195.5 (167.5)
193.5 (165.5)

183.5 (155.5)
Manual override
E R
Residual pressure
105 (77)

B 14 12
release valve spacer
(AZ503-82 AB )
1

95 (67)
PA
65 (37)

PB
B 14 12
PA PA 1
PB
5 3 R

65 (37)
A
PA
P 5 3 R

SMC A
R1 R2 P

SMC
R1 R2

Dimensions inside ( ) are for sub-plate. Dimensions inside ( ) are for sub-plate.

Throttle valve spacer Silencer box

AXT503-23A AXT503-60A

Throttle valve spacer

(AXT503-23A)

SMC
191.5 (163.5)
179.5 (151.5)

SMC
165.5
153.5

R1 EA
S
L
O
W
114

B 14 12
91 (63)

12 PA 1
B 14 PB
PA 1 PB
PA
65 (37)

PA
5 3 R
62

5 3 R
A A
P P

SMC SMC
R1 R2 R1 R2

Dimensions inside ( ) are for sub-plate.

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 ISO Standard Solenoid Valve: Size 1
Metal Seal/Rubber Seal Series VQ7-6

Individual SUP spacer VV71-P-쏔 Double check spacer VV71-FPG

Individual EXH spacer VV71-R-쏔
R1, R2 individual EXH spacer VV71-R2-03 Double check spacer with
Reverse pressure spacer AXT502-21A-1 residual pressure release valve VV71-FPGR

SMC
VK
SMC

2n-1/4, 3/8
VZ

205.5 (177.5)
193.5 (165.5)
195.5
183.5

VF

105 (77)
B 14 12
VFR
95

PA 1 PB
B 14 12
1
PA PA PB

65 (37)
65

5 3 R PA
5 3 R
A

SMC
P A
P

SMC
VP4
R1 R2 R1 R2

• Individual SUP spacer: VV71-P-쏔

2-1/2, 3/8, C10 Double check spacer
VZS
• Individual EXH spacer: VV71-R-쏔 (VV71-FPG)
2-1/2, 3/8, C12
• R1, R2 individual EXH spacer: VV71-R2-03
Double check spacer with residual pressure release valve
(VV71-FPGR)
VFS
2-3/8
• Reverse pressure spacer AXT502-21A-1
Rc 3/8 (Right side only)
VS4
Dimensions inside ( ) are for sub-plate.

Main EXH back pressure check plate Residual pressure VQ7

AXT503-37A release valve spacer VV71-R-AB
EVS
Individual SUP spacer with
residual pressure release valve VV71-PR-쏔
VFN
Main EXH back pressure check plate
(ATX503-37A)

SMC
195.5 (167.5)

SMC
183.5 (155.5)
173.5
161.5

95 (67)

B 14 12 B 14 12
PA 1 PB 1 PB
PA
65 (37)

PA PA
73

5 3 R
5 3 R
65

A
A P
P
SMC
R1 R2
SMC
R1 R2

Residual pressure exhaust valve spacer

(VV71-R-AB)
Individual SUP spacer with residual pressure release valve
(VV71-PR-쏔)

Dimensions inside ( ) are for sub-plate.

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