Festo ADVC-32-20-A-P-A (Part Number: 188217 ) Short-Stroke Cylinder

The Festo ADVC-32-20-A-P-A (188217) is a compact double-acting short-stroke pneumatic cylinder engineered for high-force clamping, indexing, and pushing applications where installation space is severely limited. Belonging to Festo's proven ADVC series, this cylinder provides rapid actuation times and long service life across continuous industrial automation processes.

Featuring a 32 mm piston diameter and a 20 mm stroke length, the ADVC-32-20-A-P includes integrated magnetic position sensing for contactless feedback and flexible elastomeric cushioning rings at both end positions.

Key Features & Benefits

• Space-Saving Footprint: Short overall body length delivers robust linear force in tight spaces where standard profile cylinders cannot fit.

• Contactless Position Sensing: Equipped with a built-in magnetic piston designed for seamless integration with Festo proximity sensors.

• Flexible End-Position Cushioning: Non-adjustable elastomeric cushioning rings (P-cushioning) at both ends reduce impact noise and extend component service life.

• High-Strength Materials: Constructed with an anodized wrought aluminum alloy barrel, high-alloy stainless steel piston rod, and high-grade NBR/TPE-U seals.

• Versatile Installation: Supports direct through-hole mounting or attachment via internal mounting threads and standard Festo accessories.

Key Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Festo

• Part Number / Material Number: 188217

• Type Code: ADVC-32-20-A-P-A

• Mode of Operation: Double-acting

• Piston Diameter (Bore Size): 32 mm

• Stroke Length: 20 mm

• Cushioning: Flexible cushioning rings/plates at both ends (P-cushioning)

• Position Detection: For proximity sensor (A-magnetic piston)

• Operating Pressure Range: 1.0 bar to 10 bar (14.5 to 145 PSI)

• Theoretical Force at 6 bar (Advance Stroke): 483 N

• Theoretical Force at 6 bar (Return Stroke): 415 N

• Operating Medium: Compressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4] (Lubricated operation possible)

• Pneumatic Connection: G 1/8

• Piston Rod Thread: M8 (Female thread)

• Ambient Temperature Range: -20°C to +80°C

• Assembly Position: Any

Common Applications

The Festo ADVC-32-20-A-P cylinder is commonly specified across automated machinery and assembly systems:

• Clamping Fixtures: Holding workpieces securely in drilling, welding, or assembly jigs.

• Indexing & Stopping: Actuating mechanical detents, indexing pins, and line stoppers on conveyor belts.

• Short-Distance Ejection: Pushing finished parts from dies, molds, or sorting channels.

• Packaging & Food Processing: Compact gate actuation and sealing head positioning.