Festo DRVS-12-180-P Double-Acting Semi-Rotary Vane Drive
The Festo DRVS-12-180-P Semi-Rotary Drive is a compact, lightweight pneumatic rotary actuator engineered for high-speed turning, tilting, and swiveling operations in factory automation.
- 2.0 bar (29 psi) Minimum Operating Pressure
- Double-Acting Mode of Operation
- Size 12 Actuator Size
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Product Overview
The Festo DRVS-12-180-P Semi-Rotary Drive is a compact, lightweight pneumatic rotary actuator engineered for high-speed turning, tilting, and swiveling operations in factory automation. Manufactured by Festo under the high-performance DRVS product series, this double-acting drive utilizes a rotary vane mechanism that generates direct rotary motion without the backlash or mechanical play associated with rack-and-pinion systems. Its standardized size 12 housing and fixed 180-degree swivel angle provide precise, repeatable rotational positioning in confined installation envelopes.
Constructed from an anodized wrought aluminium alloy housing with a nickel-plated steel drive shaft, the DRVS-12-180-P delivers high torsional rigidity and wear resistance. It features integrated elastic cushioning rings at both stroke end positions to absorb kinetic impact energy, damp deceleration, and reduce acoustic operational noise. Designed with M5 pneumatic connection ports, standardized mounting threads, and sensor slots for magnetic proximity switches, this semi-rotary actuator is widely deployed across electronics assembly lines, pick-and-place grippers, packaging machinery, and automated sorting stations.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Product Name | Double-Acting Semi-Rotary Vane Drive |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Festo |
| Part / Model Number | DRVS-12-180-P (Part Number: 184571) |
| Product Series | DRVS Series |
| Drive Type | Rotary Vane Actuator |
| Mode of Operation | Double-Acting |
| Actuator Size | Size 12 |
| Swivel Angle | 180 Degrees |
| Swivel Angle Adjustment | Fixed 180° (Non-Adjustable) |
| Cushioning Type | Elastic Cushioning Rings at Both Ends (P) |
| Pneumatic Port Connection | M5 Threaded Ports |
| Theoretical Torque at 6 bar | 1.0 Nm |
| Minimum Operating Pressure | 2.0 bar (29 psi) |
| Maximum Operating Pressure | 8.0 bar (116 psi) |
| Housing Material | Anodized Wrought Aluminium Alloy |
| Drive Shaft Material | Nickel-Plated Steel |
| Seals Material | Nitrile Rubber (NBR) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10°C to +60°C (14°F to +140°F) |
| Maximum Mass Moment of Inertia | 0.35 × 10⁻⁴ kg·m² |
| Position Sensing Capability | Proximity Sensor Integration via Mounting Kit |
| Mounting Orientation | Mountable in any position |
| Approximate Net Weight | 0.15 kg (0.33 lb) |
| Operating Medium | Filtered, Lubricated or Unlubricated Compressed Air |
| Condition | New |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
Key Features
Direct rotary vane mechanism delivers smooth rotary motion free of mechanical backlash
Compact size 12 profile engineered for lightweight automated end-of-arm tooling
Generates 1.0 Nm of theoretical torque at standard 6 bar compressed air supply
Integrated elastic cushioning rings minimize mechanical impact stress and end-of-stroke noise
High-grade anodized aluminium body paired with a durable nickel-plated drive shaft
Standard M5 pneumatic connections ensure easy piping in dense machine manifolds
Omnidirectional mounting capability with versatile threaded holes on multiple faces
External proximity sensor mounting slots allow dependable magnetic position monitoring
Durable internal sealing ensures long operational service life in high-cycle operations
Typical Applications
Pick-and-place robotic transfer mechanisms and part-reorientation stations
Electronics manufacturing, semiconductor assembly, and wafer handling skids
Automated parts flipping, diverting, and sorting conveyor networks
End-of-arm pneumatic grippers and tooling orientation mechanisms
Pharmaceutical and cosmetics packaging, capping, and labeling machinery
Automated test fixtures, inspection stations, and precision clamping rigs
General industrial automation and high-speed rotary transfer systems
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