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Red Festo guided actuator, rectangular body, 80mm bore, 50mm stroke

Festo

Festo DFM-80-50-P-A-GF guided actuator 50mm stroke 80mm bore

SKU CH-55FE-3GECR MPN DFM-80-50-P-A-GF

Guided actuator with 50 mm stroke and 80 mm bore for precise linear motion

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Precise linear motion with 50 mm stroke
  • High-force output from 80 mm bore
  • Guided design prevents side-load deflection
  • Ready-to-install unit, new condition
  • Manufacturer part 170886 ensures exact replacement

Guided actuator for precision motion

The Festo DFM-80-50-P-A-GF is a guided actuator built for controlled linear movement in automated systems. It suits engineers and integrators who need repeatable positioning with an 80 mm bore and 50 mm stroke. The unit arrives new in a single box under part number 170886. It is not intended for applications requiring longer travel or higher force than this frame provides.

Thermal and acoustic profile in normal use

The actuator operates without an integrated fan or active cooling, so it adds no audible noise to the work cell. Heat generation stays low during typical cycling because the mechanical guide bearings run with minimal friction. Power draw follows the connected drive electronics rather than the actuator itself. No external thermal management is required for standard duty cycles.

Behaviour under sustained load

During continuous operation the guide rods and recirculating ball bearings maintain alignment without measurable drift. The robust housing resists deflection even when the full stroke is used repeatedly. Lubrication intervals remain long because the sealing system keeps contaminants out. The actuator does not suit non-stop high-speed cycling beyond the manufacturer’s rated duty limits.

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Price $468.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameDFM-80-50-P-A-GF
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How is the DFM-80-50-P-A-GF mounted and what alignment step is often missed?

Secure the 80 mm bore unit using the four through-holes on the base plate, then align the guide rods to the load before tightening the flange bolts to prevent binding.

Which wear items on the DFM-80-50-P-A-GF will need replacement after extended cycling?

The plain-bearing guide bushings and piston seals are the primary wear parts; plan to inspect them at the major service interval.

What mechanical limit appears first when the DFM-80-50-P-A-GF runs continuous 50 mm strokes at high cycle rates?

Guide-rod deflection under side load becomes the limiting factor before the cylinder reaches its pressure or speed rating.

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