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Red Festo guided actuator, compact rectangular body, model DFM-16-50-P-A-KF

Festo

Festo DFM-16-50-P-A-KF 170912 guided actuator

SKU CH-RNKJ-RAX14 MPN DFM-16-50-P-A-KF

Guided actuator with 16 mm bore, 50 mm stroke and DFM-16-50-P-A-KF 170912 part number for precise linear motion

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Guided actuator provides precise linear motion with 50 mm stroke
  • Compact 16 mm bore fits tight installation spaces
  • New condition ensures full factory performance from first use
  • Red colour coding allows quick identification in control cabinets
  • Manufacturer part 170912 simplifies ordering and spare-part tracking

Guided Actuator for Precision Motion

The Festo DFM-16-50-P-A-KF is a guided actuator designed for controlled linear movement in automated systems. It suits engineers and technicians building or maintaining machinery that requires accurate positioning. The unit arrives new and ready for integration into compatible pneumatic circuits. Its robust construction supports reliable operation in industrial environments.

Thermals Noise and Power Characteristics

As a pneumatic guided actuator, this unit does not generate electrical heat or audible motor noise during operation. Energy consumption depends entirely on the supply pressure and cycle rate configured by the user. No internal power draw or cooling requirements exist for the actuator itself. System-level thermals and noise are determined by the external compressor and valve setup.

Build Quality and Mounting Implications

The actuator features a red finish and is supplied as a single unit in a box. Its guided design resists side loads and maintains alignment under dynamic forces. Mounting interfaces follow Festo standards for the DFM series, allowing direct attachment to machine frames or accessory plates. The three-year parts and one-year labor coverage reflects manufacturer confidence in durability.

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Price $152.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameDFM-16-50-P-A-KF
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How is the DFM-16-50-P-A-KF guided actuator mounted, and what alignment step is often missed?

Mount the actuator using the four through-holes on the 16 mm body; the step often missed is aligning the guide rods parallel to the load direction before tightening, otherwise the 50 mm stroke binds.

What maintenance will the DFM-16-50-P-A-KF need during its service life?

Re-lubricate the guide rods and recirculating ball bearings every 2 000 km of travel or annually, and replace the piston seals if air consumption rises above the catalog leak rate.

What limit appears first when the DFM-16-50-P-A-KF runs continuous cycles?

The 50 mm stroke ends are the first hard limit; cushioning pads absorb the impact, but sustained high-frequency cycling will overheat the cushioning before the guide rods wear.

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