Festo ADVU-32-10-A-P-A Compact Pneumatic Cylinder

USD 85.57

Double-acting compact cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 10 mm stroke. Features a space-saving design, integrated magnetic piston for position sensing, and G1/8 pneumatic connections.

SKU Festo-156617 Category
Pneumatic Cylinders

Festo ADVU-32-10-A-P-A Compact Pneumatic Cylinder

Model Identifier ADVU-32-10-A-P-A
Official Part Number 156617
GTIN Standard 4052568118723

Technical Overview

The Festo 156617 (Model ADVU-32-10-A-P-A) is a high-performance double-acting compact pneumatic cylinder engineered for automated systems with severely restricted installation space. Featuring a 32 mm bore and a short 10 mm stroke, it delivers powerful theoretical advancing forces up to 483 N at 6 bar. This actuator is equipped with an M10x1.25 male threaded piston rod, elastic cushioning rings at both ends to reduce impact energy, and a built-in magnet to support non-contact position sensing via proximity switches. Built for high-cycle industrial durability, it incorporates a lightweight wrought aluminum alloy housing, a high-alloy stainless steel piston rod, and high-quality NBR/PU dynamic seals, providing reliable continuous operation across temperatures from -20 °C to 80 °C.

Key Features

  • 32 mm piston bore with a highly precise 10 mm stroke length
  • Double-acting mode of operation for controlled extension and retraction
  • M10x1.25 male threaded high-alloy stainless steel piston rod
  • Elastic cushioning plates at both ends (P-A) to absorb kinetic impact and lower noise
  • Integrated internal magnet allows for precision binary position detection via proximity sensors
  • Wrought aluminum alloy cylinder barrel minimizes weight without compromising structural integrity
  • Standard G1/8 pneumatic port connections for straightforward integration

Compact, space-saving design that delivers up to 483 N of precise advancing force at 6 bar while taking up to 50% less room than standard ISO cylinders.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Piston Diameter32 mm
Stroke10 mm
Mode of OperationDouble-acting
Operating Pressure0.8 to 10 bar (11.6 to 145 psi)
Theoretical Force at 6 bar (Advancing)483 N
Theoretical Force at 6 bar (Retracting)415 N
Piston Rod ThreadM10x1.25 Male
Pneumatic ConnectionG1/8
CushioningElastic cushioning rings/plates at both ends
Position SensingFor proximity sensor
Ambient Temperature-20 °C to 80 °C
Material (Piston Rod)High-alloy stainless steel
Material (Cylinder Barrel)Wrought aluminum alloy

Industrial Applications

1. Automated Workpiece Clamping Fixtures

Utilized as a high-force clamping mechanism inside tight CNC machining centers or automated assembly jigs to securely lock components in place before processing.

Problem Solved

Resolves extreme spatial limitations where standard ISO cylinders would not fit, while still exerting a robust 483 N holding force to prevent part slippage during high-vibration manufacturing.

Compact CylinderPneumatic ClampingHolding ForceSpace Constraint

2. High-Speed Quality Control Ejectors

Integrated into fast-moving conveyor lines and vision inspection stations to abruptly push out defective lightweight items or packages off the main track.

Problem Solved

The ultra-short 10 mm stroke allows for lightning-fast double-acting actuation cycles. Built-in elastic cushioning prevents mechanical shock damage to the cylinder during repeated high-speed rejection impacts.

Defect RejectionElastic CushioningHigh-Speed ActuationDouble-acting

3. Micro-Pressing and Staking Operations

Deployed in precision assembly systems to perform low-impact pressing, staking, or small bearing insertion tasks onto electronic assemblies or plastic housings.

Problem Solved

Delivers controllable linear force without requiring bulky hydraulics. The integrated magnetic position sensing ensures the automation PLC can accurately verify that the 10 mm stroke has fully completed the press-fit cycle before advancing the line.

Micro-PressingProximity SensingLinear ActuatorAutomated Assembly

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