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Festo

Festo DSM-8-180-P-A-FF 180 Rotary Actuator electrician tool

SKU CH-4Y9G-S2F4M MPN DSM-8-180-P-A-FF

A 180° rotary actuator for precise pneumatic positioning in automation systems

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • 180-degree rotation enables precise positioning
  • DSM-8-180-P-A-FF model ensures exact specification match
  • Part number 175831 allows confident ordering
  • New condition guarantees full factory performance
  • Red finish provides clear visual identification

Industrial rotary actuator for electricians

The Festo DSM-8-180-P-A-FF is a pneumatic rotary actuator designed for precise angular positioning in automation tasks. It suits electricians and maintenance technicians who need reliable 180-degree rotation for valve control or material handling. The unit arrives new in a single pack, ready for integration into existing compressed-air systems.

Thermals noise and power consumption

As a pneumatic device, the actuator draws no electrical power and produces no operational noise from motors or drives. Heat generation is negligible during normal cycling, making it suitable for temperature-sensitive enclosures. Energy demand is limited to the compressed-air supply pressure regulated upstream.

Build quality and mounting implications

The red aluminium body resists corrosion and withstands typical workshop environments. Standardised mounting patterns allow direct attachment to machine frames without custom brackets. Port threads accept common pneumatic fittings, so installation uses standard tubing and push-in connectors already stocked by most electrical contractors.

How it compares

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Price $348.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameFESTO
Model nameDSM-8-180-P-A-FF
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How is the DSM-8-180-P-A-FF rotary actuator installed and what step do people often get wrong?

Mount the DSM-8-180-P-A-FF on a flat surface using the four M4 holes, then connect the pneumatic ports with clean, dry compressed air — the step most people skip is flushing the supply lines before first pressurisation.

What maintenance or replacement will the DSM-8-180-P-A-FF need later?

Plan to replace the internal piston seals and bearing grease every 2 million cycles or once a year, whichever comes first, using Festo’s recommended seal kit for the DSM-8 series.

What limit shows up first on the DSM-8-180-P-A-FF under sustained use?

The 180 ° rotation angle is the hard mechanical stop; continuous operation beyond the rated cycle rate causes the end-position cushioning to overheat first, limiting duty cycle.

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