FESTO ADVU-80-30-A-P-A Compact Cylinder

Model Code Breakdown (Full Code Definition)

`ADVU-80-30-A-P-A`

1. ADVU: Series of standard compact short-stroke double-acting cylinders of festo
2. 80: Bore diameter φ80 mm
3. 30: Stroke length 30 mm
4. A: External thread at the piston rod end
5. P: Integrated elastic rubber bumpers at both ends (non-adjustable cushioning)
6. A: Profile barrel with sensor slots compatible with SME/SMT-8 magnetic proximity switches

Original factory order number: 156658

2. Core Technical Specifications

2.1 Pneumatic Performance & Output Force

2.2 Weight Data

Basic dead weight (0 mm stroke): 1772 g

Weight increment per 10 mm stroke: 168 g; total weight of this model approx. 2.276 kg

Moving mass: 307 g + 75 g (30 mm stroke) = 382 g

2.3 Ambient Conditions & Materials

Ambient Temperature: -20℃ ~ +80℃

Corrosion Resistance Class: CRC2 (moderate corrosion protection, for general indoor applications)

Barrel / End Caps: Precision cast aluminium alloy

Piston Rod: High-alloy stainless steel

Seals: NBR + PU polyurethane

Suitable Air Supply: Clean compressed air to ISO 8573-1 [7:4:4]; lubrication permitted (continuous oil supply required once lubricated)

2.4 Structural Dimensions

Piston Rod Thread: M20×1.5 (Lock nut supplied as standard)

Mounting Method: Through holes on four sides of cylinder body; compatible with foot and flange mounting accessories

Magnetic Function: Integrated piston magnet ring; supports 2 magnetic switches for end-position detection

3. Product Features
4. Ultra-thin compact structure with far smaller installation height than standard DNC tie-rod cylinders, ideal for confined equipment spaces.
5. Type P integrated elastic bumpers factory-fitted without adjustment required, reducing impact noise.
6. Through mounting holes on multiple sides, widely used for tooling fixtures, automation modules, packaging machinery and injection molding auxiliary equipment.
7. Profile barrel with built-in sensor slots for neat wiring and reduced risk of switch collision damage.
8. Lightweight aluminium construction with high rigidity, capable of bearing moderate lateral loads.
9. Standard Supply & Optional Accessories

Standard Parts Included

Piston rod lock nut

Common Optional Accessories

1. Magnetic switches: SME-8, SMT-8 (DC24V NPN/PNP)
2. Mounting accessories: Flange brackets, foot brackets, trunnion brackets
3. Fittings: QS series G1/8 push-in fittings
4. Piston rod attachments: Floating joints, Y-joints, push plates
5. Replacement Model Description

ADVU is an older generation compact cylinder. Festo’s new-generation replacement series: ADN-80-30-A-P-A. It is fully interchangeable in mounting dimensions, output force and port connections, with optimized sealing performance and service life. The ADN series is recommended for new projects.

6. Typical Application Scenarios

Automation transfer modules, stamping fixture clamping, material pushing for packaging machinery, injection mold ejection, material stoppers for logistics sorting, machine tool positioning jigs.

Complete Introduction to FESTO ADVU Compact Cylinders

ADVU is Festo’s classic compact double-acting short-stroke cylinder series, a mainstream legacy product designed for minimal installation footprint, multi-sided mounting, integrated elastic cushioning and built-in magnetic detection. It is extensively applied to clamping, positioning and material pushing stations in automation systems. The new-generation replacement series is the ADN series.

1. Full Product Range (ADVU Family)

1.1 Main Series (Double-Acting, Most Widely Used)

ADVU: Standard single-rod compact cylinder (the model you enquired about, ADVU-80-30-A-P-A, belongs here)

ADVULQ: Square anti-rotation piston rod to prevent rotary movement, suitable for guided and high-precision positioning processes

1.2 Single-Acting Derivatives (Spring Return)

AEVU: Single-acting extend type

AEVUZ: Single-acting retract type

AEVULQ: Single-acting square anti-rotation piston rod

1.3 Special Function Suffix Codes (Sxx at Model End)

2. Full Model Code Breakdown (Taking ADVU-80-30-A-P-A as Example)

`ADVU Bore Stroke Rod Thread Cushion Sensor Slot`

1. ADVU: Standard double-acting compact cylinder
2. 80: Piston bore diameter φ80 mm
3. 30: Nominal stroke 30 mm
4. A: External thread on piston rod (no letter = internal thread)
5. P: Integrated elastic rubber bumpers at both ends (non-adjustable cushioning)
6. A: Cylinder body with mounting slots for magnetic switches (compatible with SME/SMT-8)

General Coding Rule

`ADVU-[Bore]-[Stroke]-[Rod End][Cushion][Sensor][Special Suffix]`

Rod End: A = external thread; no character = internal thread

Cushion: P = elastic bumpers; no P = no cushioning

Sensor: A = fitted with magnet ring + sensor slots; no A = no detection slots

3. Specification Coverage

3.1 Full Bore Sizes: 12/16/20/25/32/40/50/63/80/100/125 mm

3.2 Stroke Range

Bore 12/16: 5～200 mm

Bore 20/25: 5～200 mm

Bore 32～63: 5～300 mm

Large bores 80/100/125: 10～400 mm

3.3 Pneumatic Port Sizes

φ12/16: M5

φ20～63: G1/8

φ80/100/125: G1/4

4. General Core Technical Specifications
5. Operating Medium: Clean compressed air to ISO 8573-1 [7:4:4]; lubrication permitted (continuous oil supply required after initial lubrication)
6. Operating Pressure: 0.1～1.0 MPa (1～10 bar)
7. Ambient Temperature: Standard version -20℃ ~ +80℃; S6 high-temperature version up to 120℃
8. Corrosion Resistance Grade: Standard CRC2 for indoor general use; R3 = CRC3 high corrosion resistance
9. Seal Material: NBR + PU polyurethane, wear-resistant and low-friction
10. Structural Materials: Aluminium barrel & end caps, stainless steel piston rod
11. Mounting Method: Four-sided through holes for mounting at any angle; compatible with flange, foot and trunnion brackets
12. Detection Method: Integrated piston magnet ring, compatible with SME-8/SMT-8 24V magnetic proximity switches
13. Core Structural Advantages
14. Ultra-thin compact design

Much shorter overall length than standard DNC tie-rod cylinders; the preferred solution for confined equipment spaces, internal modules and fixture clamping.

2. Integrated Type P elastic bumpers (standard supply)

Rubber bumpers built into both ends, factory pre-assembled without adjustment. They reduce impact noise and simplify commissioning; cushion impact capacity increases with bore size.

3. Multi-sided sensor slots

Three slot channels on the profile barrel allow magnetic switches to be fitted on left, right or top sides for flexible, tidy wiring.

4. High-rigidity four-bolt end cap locking

Excellent vibration resistance and lateral load capacity, stable under heavy-duty conditions such as machine tools, stamping and packaging lines.

5. Extensive derivative options

Full portfolio including anti-rotation rods, double through rods, high-temperature, high-corrosion and spring-return single-acting variants to meet special process requirements.

6. Standard Supply & Common Accessories

Standard Factory Fittings

Piston rod lock nut (supplied with A external thread models)

Piston Rod Connection Accessories

FK/CRFK floating joints: Compensate radial and angular misalignment to protect piston rods

SG/CRSG clevis joints, SGS rod ends: For pivoting mounting applications

KSG flange joints: For flat-surface pushing fixtures

Mounting & Fixing Accessories

LQG foot brackets, KSG flange brackets, CRL trunnion brackets

Pneumatic & Detection Accessories

SME-8/SMT-8 magnetic switches (NPN/PNP)

GRLA one-way flow control valves, QS push-in fittings

ABP slot covers: Dust protection for sensor slots

7. Key Differences: ADVVU vs ADN (New Generation Replacement)

> Selection Recommendation: Choose ADN for new projects; ADVU may be purchased for maintenance replacement of existing equipment.

8. Typical Industry Application Scenarios
9. 3C Electronics: Fixture clamping, carrier positioning, material separation stoppers
10. Packaging Machinery: Material pushing, carton sealing clamping, sorting baffles
11. Automotive Automation: Tooling positioning, welding clamping, transfer modules
12. Injection Molding & Stamping: Mold ejection, runner stoppers, pick-and-place mechanisms
13. Logistics Sorting: Diverter baffles, lift limit stops, weighing positioning
14. Machine Tool Equipment: Fixture locking, indexing positioning, small feed units
15. Selection Notes
16. For heavy lateral loads, prioritize S1 reinforced piston rod or ADVULQ anti-rotation rod versions.
17. Select S6 high-temperature suffix model for high-temperature ovens and hot air equipment.
18. Choose R3 corrosion-resistant version for humid, misty or mildly corrosive environments.
19. Specify S2 double through rod if synchronous pushing force is required at both ends.
20. For high-speed operation or large inertial loads, external hydraulic shock absorbers are recommended; relying solely on built-in P bumpers may cause premature damage.