1. Micro-Component Ejection in Electronics Assembly
Utilizing the ultra-lightweight (11g) footprint and precise 10 mm stroke of the Festo EZH flat cylinder to quickly push or reject small electronic components (like SMD chips or micro-switches) off a high-speed miniature guide rail. The integrated rectangular piston rod inherently prevents rotation, ensuring that a custom-fitted ejection head remains perfectly aligned without the need for external guide shafts.
Problem SolvedEliminates the need for bulky, complex external anti-rotation guides in highly confined micro-assembly spaces, enabling fast and precise ejection of miniature components.
10 mm StrokeRectangular piston rod11 g Product weight10 N Theoretical forcePushing Single-acting
2. Delicate Clamping in Optical Inspection Fixtures
Deployed in automated Quality Control (QC) stations to temporarily hold down small Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) or plastic molded parts against a registration block. The 10 N theoretical force at 0.6 MPa provides sufficient pressure to secure the part for camera inspection without damaging delicate substrates, while the single-acting spring return mechanism guarantees the part is safely released immediately when the air pressure is removed.
Problem SolvedPrevents the crushing or scratching of delicate substrates during automated inspection by applying a strictly limited, low-force clamp that automatically retracts upon pneumatic cut-off.
0.28 MPa ... 0.6 MPa Operating pressureTheoretical min. spring return force 3 N10 N Theoretical force at 0.6 MPaPushing Single-actingBarbed fitting PK-3
3. Automated Button Fatigue Testing
Integrated into life-cycle and fatigue testing machines for consumer electronics, keyboards, and medical device interfaces. The cylinder repeatedly actuates switches and buttons. The rectangular design keeps custom silicone pressing tips perfectly oriented, and the un-cushioned 10 mm stroke driven by up to 6 bar of compressed air allows for snappy, high-frequency, and repeatable keystrokes.
Problem SolvedDelivers consistent, orientation-locked linear motion for high-cycle button fatigue testing in highly confined test jigs, overcoming the rotational drift typical of standard round-rod micro-cylinders.
Rectangular piston rodProtection against torque/guideNo cushioning0 °C ... 60 °C Ambient temperature2.8 bar ... 6 bar Operating pressure
