DGST-6-20-PA Festo Mini Slide

USD 185.38

Maxi filter regulator with G3/4 ports, 40 μm filtration, and 9700 l/min flow rate. Features a 0.5–12 bar pressure range and vertical mounting.

SKU Festo-8085106 Category
Drives with slides

DGST-6-20-PA Festo Mini slide

Model Identifier DGST-6-20-PA
Official Part Number 8085106
GTIN Standard 4052568449940

Technical Overview

The Festo DGST-6-20-PA is a precision mini slide featuring a double-acting yoke design with an integrated recirculating ball bearing guide. Designed for high accuracy and smooth movement in automation tasks, it provides a 20mm stroke and 6mm piston diameter, utilizing elastic cushioning at both ends to manage impact energy. This compact pneumatic actuator is optimized for cleanroom environments and offers versatile mounting options through-hole, making it ideal for electronics and food processing industries.

Key Features

  • Recirculating ball bearing guide
  • Double-acting mode of operation
  • Elastic cushioning rings/plates at both ends
  • Position detection via proximity switch
  • Cleanroom suitability ISO Class 6
  • RoHS-compliant construction
  • Yoke, piston rod, and slide design

High-precision recirculating ball bearing guide for smooth and accurate linear motion.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Stroke20 mm
Adjustable end position range/length front13.1 mm
Adjustable end position range/length rear11.6 mm
Piston diameter6 mm
Operating mode, drive unitYoke
CushioningElastic cushioning rings/plates at both ends
Mounting positionoptional
GuideRecirculating ball bearing guide
DesignYoke Piston rod Slide
Position detectionVia proximity switch
Symbol00991249
Operating pressure MPa0.15 MPa ... 0.8 MPa
Operating pressure bar1.5 bar ... 8 bar
Operating pressure psi21.75 psi ... 116 psi
Max. speed0.5 m/s
Repetition accuracy<= 0.3 mm
Mode of operationDouble-acting
Operating mediumCompressed air to ISO 8573-1:2010 [7:4:4]
Note on operating and pilot mediumLubricated operation possible (in which case lubricated operation will always be required)
Corrosion resistance class CRCCRC 1 - Low corrosion stress
LABS (PWIS) conformityVDMA24364-B1/B2-L
Cleanroom suitabilityClass 6 according to ISO 14644-1
Ambient temperature-10 °C ... 60 °C
Impact energy in end positions0.018 J
Cushioning length0.9 mm
Max. force Fy220 N
Max. force Fz220 N
Max. moment Mx1.1 Nm
Max. moment My1 Nm
Max. moment Mz1 Nm
Theoretical force at 0.6 MPa (6 bar, 87 psi), return stroke25 N
Theoretical force at 0.6 MPa (6 bar, 87 psi), advance stroke34 N
Moving mass62 g
Product weight117 g
Type of mountingWith through-hole
Pneumatic connectionM3
Note on materialsRoHS-compliant
Material coverWrought aluminium alloy
Material sealsHNBR
Material guidePOM TPE-E High-alloy steel
Material housingWrought aluminium alloy
Material piston rodHigh-alloy stainless steel

Industrial Applications

1. Lithium-Ion Battery Cell Pick-and-Place Positioning

In automated battery manufacturing, the DGST-6-20-PA acts as a precision Z-axis actuator for placing sensitive battery electrodes. Its design is compliant for battery production to reduce the risk of heavy metal contamination [1.2], while its Class 6 cleanroom rating ensures particle-free operation during the 20 mm stroke.

Problem Solved

Eliminates contamination risks that cause internal short circuits in battery cells, while providing exact positioning with minimal payload mass to maximize robotic arm speed.

Cleanroom suitability Class 6 according to ISO 14644-1Repetition accuracy <= 0.3 mmRecirculating ball bearing guideMoving mass 62 gStroke 20 mm

2. High-Speed Microchip Testing and Sorting

Utilized as a vertical pushing mechanism in semiconductor testing stations and precision tooling. The slide extends to press microchips into testing sockets at high speeds, relying on its internal elastic cushioning to absorb impact and its single-component yoke and slide design for extreme torsional rigidity.

Problem Solved

Prevents mechanical damage and micro-fractures in delicate integrated circuits during rapid testing cycles by utilizing built-in elastic cushioning and preventing lateral deflection.

Max. speed 0.5 m/sElastic cushioning rings/plates at both endsDesign Yoke Piston rod SlideMax. force Fz 220 NMax. force Fy 220 N

3. Automated Medical Syringe Plunger Insertion

Deployed in medical assembly systems to insert rubber plungers into plastic syringe barrels. Regulated to 0.6 MPa, the cylinder delivers a consistent 34 N advance force, seating the components smoothly without exceeding the yield strength of the medical-grade plastics.

Problem Solved

Provides a highly repeatable, controlled low-force insertion stroke to replace inconsistent manual assembly, eliminating the risk of barrel deformation or component cracking in delicate medical devices.

Theoretical force at 0.6 MPa (6 bar, 87 psi), advance stroke 34 NOperating pressure 0.15 MPa ... 0.8 MPaRoHS-compliantMode of operation Double-actingMaterial guide POM TPE-E High-alloy steel

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