Manifold Sub-Bases

Festo Manifold Sub-Bases

Festo manifold sub-bases are engineered to simplify the installation and operation of valve assemblies by providing a standardized mounting and supply interface for pneumatic control valves. These sub-bases serve as the foundation for multiple valve stations, consolidating the compressed-air supply, electrical connections and mounting footprint into a compact, efficient unit.

These sub-bases are designed for durability, flexibility and integration ease, making them ideal for a wide range of automation applications across manufacturing, material handling and process industries.

⭐ Important: Manifold sub-bases deliver modular design, clean integration of valve blocks, and efficient connection management — making them the ideal choice for streamlined pneumatic valve assemblies.

Design & Functionality

Manifold sub-bases operate as centralised blocks that provide fluid and electrical interfaces to multiple valve stations. By combining pneumatic supply, control signals and mounting in one unit, they reduce tubing, wiring and installation time.
Festo offers a broad portfolio of sub-bases including:
• ISO-compliant sub-bases (e.g., ISO 5599-1 / ISO 15407-1/2)
• Compact width sub-bases for space-limited installations
• High-flow variants for demanding pneumatic circuits
• Sub-bases with integrated electronics or bus connectivity for valve terminals

These units support high-repeatability systems with minimal maintenance and consistent performance across automation equipment.

⭐ Important: The standardised mounting and fluid interfaces guarantee compatibility and fast installation in global machine designs.

Total Crossed Beams

Full modular valve assembly capability through multiple sub-base families, enabling from single-station to large multi-station valve blocks.

Ensures full operational flexibility regardless of station count, mounting orientation, or manifold length.

Designed to maintain stable air supply, consistent switching performance and ease of maintenance across the entire valve assembly.

Beam Pitch Options

Wide range of configuration options including:
• Station widths starting from very narrow profiles (e.g., 10.55 mm grid) 
• Various port sizes (e.g., G1/8, G1/4, G3/8) depending on model 
• Variants with integrated signal lines or bus interfaces for automation connectivity
• Materials and treatments adapted for harsh or mobile applications (vibration, shock rated) 

⭐ Important: The broad selection of station widths, port sizes and integration options ensures optimal manifold design for nearly any pneumatic control requirement.

Intrinsic Synchronism

The sub-base’s internal channeling and valve station alignment ensure that each valve receives consistent supply pressure and signal integrity. Sub-bases allow precise alignment of multiple valves, ensuring repeatable performance and reliable manifold assemblies.

Ensures consistent mounting, minimal leakage paths, and dependable system operation under high cycling conditions.

Operational Advantages

• Modular manifold structure significantly reduces installation time and setup complexity
• Compact, space-saving design supports tight machine layouts
• Standardised interfaces guarantee global compatibility and straightforward maintenance
• High station count capability allows large valve banks on a single sub-base
• Reduced tubing and wiring simplifies system architecture and lowers total cost

Applications: Assembly lines, packaging machines, material-handling systems, valve cabinets, pneumatic automation platforms.