Overview
The Festo ADVUL-40-20-PA compact pneumatic cylinder is a versatile, space-efficient actuator designed for applications requiring precise linear motion in confined areas. With its proven double-acting design and integrated cushioning system, this compact cylinder offers reliable performance across demanding industrial environments. The ADVUL series combines Festo’s engineering excellence with cost-effective compact construction, making it an ideal choice for original equipment manufacturers and system integrators seeking dependable pneumatic actuation.
Key Features
- Double-acting design with elastic cushioning rings/plates at both ends for controlled motion
- 40 mm bore with 20 mm stroke optimized for space-constrained installations
- G1/8 pneumatic connection (standard ISO port)
- Piston rod secured against rotation via guide rod and yoke plate for stability
- Magnetic piston option for proximity sensor positioning feedback
- Aluminum body construction for weight efficiency without compromising durability
Technical Specifications
- Bore Diameter: 40 mm (1.57 inches)
- Stroke Length: 20 mm (0.7874 inches)
- Rated Load/Force: 169 lbs (76.87 kg)
- Operating Pressure: 0.8 to 10 bar (14.5 to 145 psi)
- Cylinder Action: Double-acting
- Operating Temperature Range: -4 to 176°F (-20 to 80°C)
- Pneumatic Port: G1/8 ISO standard
- Body Material: Aluminum
- Cushioning: Elastic cushioning rings/plates at both ends
- Rotation Protection: Guide rod and yoke plate
- Piston Configuration: Single-ended with option for magnetic piston
Typical Applications
The Festo ADVUL-40-20-PA compact cylinder is suited for:
- Packaging machinery requiring compact linear motion actuators
- Assembly line equipment with space limitations
- Automation systems requiring proportional positioning control
- Light-duty material handling and clamping applications
- Robotics and gantry systems with confined mounting areas
- Food and beverage processing equipment needing corrosion-resistant actuators
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Festo ADVU/ADVUL compact cylinder series pneumatic systems
- ISO standard G1/8 pneumatic ports and connectors
- Festo magnetic position sensors (T-series and comparable models)
- Standard pneumatic valves (directional control, pressure regulators, flow controls)
- Compressed air systems operating 0.8–10 bar pressure range
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Festo ADVU-40-20-A-P-A (equivalent designation in standard catalog nomenclature)
- Other compact 40 mm bore, 20 mm stroke cylinders with G1/8 ports (verify specific flange and port orientation)
Works With
- Festo pneumatic control systems and proportional valve interfaces
- ISO 4401 and CETOP NG10 valve stations
- Pneumatic position sensors and feedback devices
- Industrial PLC and automation controller I/O systems
- Standard compressed air distribution networks
