Looking for a piston rod to give you linear movements in harsh settings? Head straight for this pneumatic cylinder from Festo. Its 20mm piston moves up to 25mm with close to 200N of force on its return and advance strokes, so it's a good shout for shifting heavy industrial machinery. There are flexible elastomer cushioning pads at both ends that combine with a built-in proximity sensor to prevent wear or damage in the cylinder's end range. This also makes it safe for double-action tasks, meaning it can drive motion efficiently in both directions.

• Rod and barrel made of hardwearing steel for a long service life
• Can be mounted in any position for versatility
• NBR and TPE seals work to prevent compressed air leaks
• Anodised aluminium alloy cover protects against corrosion

• Chemical processing
• Food manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical production
• Transportation

A broad operating temperature range of -20°C to +80°C means you can trust this component is safe to use in challenging conditions.