Want to help your equipment sidestep lateral forces? Put this pneumatic guided cylinder from Festo on the job. It has plain bearing guides that evenly distribute the force as an object moves, holding the load stable. You can use this handy unit to clamp down, stop or lift heavy elements in your industrial system. Flexible cushioning rings on both ends are on hand to soften every hit from the piston rod, reducing workplace noise and keeping the rod from wearing out.

• Ambient operating temperature range of -20°C to +80°C to withstand harsh environments
• Maximum speed of 0.8m/s for rapid positioning
• Lubricated operation possible to reduce friction
• Wrought aluminium alloy housing resists mechanical wear
• Pre-cut slots enable the mounting of proximity sensors for automated position tracking

• Agricultural equipment
• Laboratories
• Automotive engineering
• Factory floors

A double-acting cylinder like this one comes with two open ports through which compressed air flows in and out to move the piston rod back and forth. Thanks to this dual movement, the piston rod extends and retracts itself without the need for a spring return mechanism.