The DSNU‑63‑160‑PPV‑A cylinder belongs to Festo’s DSNU series of roundline pneumatic cylinders, which conform to ISO 6432/ISO 15552 standards for bore and mounting dimensions. It is a double‑acting drive, meaning compressed air acts on both sides of the piston to extend and retract the rod, enabling controlled motion in both directions. The 63 mm bore and 160 mm stroke provide substantial force for clamping fixtures, slide‑actuation, and material‑handling handles, while the cylindrical body profile allows simple, space‑efficient mounting on standard ISO brackets and profiles. The “A” suffix indicates that the cylinder is prepared for proximity‑sensor fitting, typically allowing position‑feedback switches to be mounted on the cylinder body or rod for cycle‑monitoring and safety‑interlock functions.
Technically, the DSNU‑63‑160‑PPV‑A operates at a working pressure range of 1–10 bar (≈0.1–1 MPa), with a theoretical force at 6 bar of about 1,870 N during extension and 1,680 N during retraction, making it suitable for medium‑force pneumatic tasks such as work‑piece clamping, part‑ejection, and small‑to‑medium‑load linear movements. The “PPV” designation means the cylinder is equipped with adjustable pneumatic cushioning pads at both ends, which can be tuned via adjustable screws to cushion high‑speed or high‑impact strokes, thereby reducing mechanical stress and noise. The cylinder’s G3/8 pneumatic connection(s) and M16×1.5 threaded piston rod allow straightforward integration into existing pneumatic lines and tooling, and the any‑installation‑position capability gives flexibility in machine layout.
Mechanically, the DSNU‑63‑160‑PPV‑A is built with a high‑alloyed stainless‑steel cylinder tube, high‑alloyed steel piston rod, and NBR/TPE‑U(PU) seals, providing corrosion‑resistant class CRC‑2 performance and reliable operation in typical industrial environments. It runs on clean, dried compressed air complying with ISO 8573‑1:2010 [7:4:4], with or without lubrication, and is rated for an ambient temperature range of –20 °C to +80 °C. The unit is non‑repairable as a standard design, meaning wear components are not user‑serviced; instead, the entire cylinder is replaced when wear or seal degradation occurs. With a moving mass of about 859 g and a total product weight around 2.1 kg, it is compact enough for many machine‑tool and automation fixtures while still offering substantial force over a 160 mm stroke.
