ADNGF-16-50-P-A Festo Compact Cylinder

Technical Overview

Professional compact cylinder based on ISO 21287 standards, designed for space-optimized automation. This double-acting drive features a guide rod with yoke to provide protection against torque, ensuring precise linear movement. It utilizes elastic cushioning rings at both ends and is equipped for position detection via proximity switches.

Key Features

Based on standard ISO 21287
Double-acting mode of operation
Elastic cushioning rings/plates at both ends
Position detection via proximity switch
Protection against torque/guide: Guide rod with yoke
Moderate corrosion stress (CRC 2)
LABS (PWIS) conformity VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
RoHS-compliant material construction

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Stroke	50 mm
Piston diameter	16 mm
Based on standard	ISO 21287
Cushioning	Elastic cushioning rings/plates at both ends
Mounting position	optional
Design	Piston Piston rod Profile barrel
Position detection	Via proximity switch
Protection against torque/guide	Guide rod with yoke
Operating pressure (MPa)	0.15 MPa ... 1 MPa
Operating pressure (bar)	1.5 bar ... 10 bar
Mode of operation	Double-acting
Operating medium	Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Note on operating and pilot medium	Lubricated operation possible (in which case lubricated operation will always be required)
Corrosion resistance class CRC	2 - Moderate corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformity	VDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Ambient temperature	-20 °C ... 80 °C
Impact energy in end positions	0.15 J
Theoretical force at 0.6 MPa (6 bar, 87 psi), return stroke	90 N
Theoretical force at 0.6 MPa (6 bar, 87 psi), advance stroke	121 N
Moving mass	144 g
Product weight	167 g
Pneumatic connection	M5
Note on materials	RoHS-compliant
Material collar screws	Steel
Material cover	Anodised wrought aluminium alloy
Material seals	TPE-U(PUR)
Material end plate	Anodised wrought aluminium alloy
Material piston rod	High-alloy steel
Material cylinder barrel	Smooth-anodised wrought aluminium alloy

Industrial Applications

1. Automotive Component Insertion Station

Utilized in automotive sub-assembly lines to press-fit small pins and bushings into housings. The cylinder's guided design ensures that the tooling head maintains precise rotational alignment throughout the 50 mm stroke, preventing off-axis pressing.

Problem Solved

Eliminates rotational deflection during component insertion that causes part jamming or misalignment, while adhering to strict automotive paint shop standards.

Guide rod with yokeLABS (PWIS) conformity121 N advance stroke forceISO 21287 standard

2. High-Speed Packaging Diverter Mechanism

Integrated into conveyor systems to gently push or divert lightweight products into packaging chutes. The double-acting operation and elastic cushioning allow for rapid cycle times without excessive shock loading on the machine frame.

Problem Solved

Prevents mechanical wear and tear from end-stroke impacts in fast-paced packaging sorters, while fitting into highly space-constrained machine layouts.

Elastic cushioning rings/plates0.15 J impact energy1.5 bar to 10 bar operating pressureDouble-acting

3. Automated Electronics Quality Testing Jig

Employed in automated quality assurance testing to actuate test probes or perform repetitive button-pressing on electronic control units. The proximity switch integration allows the PLC to verify exact stroke positions.

Problem Solved

Provides precise, repeatable linear actuation with accurate position feedback to ensure testing cycles are logged correctly without damaging delicate electronic assemblies.

Position detection via proximity switch16 mm piston diameterModerate corrosion stress CRC 2M5 pneumatic connection