Festo DSBC Standard Cylinder — ISO 15552 Profile Cylinder (484 Models) Complete Specs & Selection Guide

Festo DSBC Series Standard Cylinder is a profile cylinder based on the ISO 15552 (ISO 6431 / VDMA 24562) international standard. The DSBC features an aluminium profile barrel, standard adjustable pneumatic end-position cushioning (PPV), bore sizes from 32 mm to 100 mm, and maximum stroke of 2800 mm. The DSBC series offers 470 standard part numbers and is the core standard cylinder line in the Festo product range.

The DSBC has earned a reputation for outstanding reliability, long service life and excellent value, making it one of the most widely used ISO 15552 standard cylinders in global automation. From automotive assembly and packaging machinery to electronics manufacturing and material handling, the DSBC delivers consistent linear motion performance.

Key Product Highlights

• ISO 15552 International Standard: Fully compliant with ISO 15552 (VDMA 24562); mounting dimensions are 100% interchangeable with equivalent cylinders from other manufacturers
• Self-adjusting Cushioning PPS/PPSA available: In addition to the standard PPV adjustable cushioning, optional PPS/PPSA self-adjusting cushioning eliminates manual fine-tuning
• Profile Barrel Design: Lightweight aluminium profile barrel with excellent rigidity; integrated sensor mounting grooves on the barrel surface
• Wide Stroke Range: Standard strokes from 10 mm to 2800 mm, covering everything from short-stroke to long-travel applications
• Bore 32–100 mm: Six bore sizes covering typical automation tasks from light-duty to heavy-duty
• Serviceable Design: Simplified maintenance process, extended product life cycle, reduced total cost of ownership
• Rich Variant Options: Multiple cushioning types, piston rod configurations and accessory combinations to suit diverse application requirements
• Double-acting: Compressed air acts in both directions; equal thrust on advance and retract strokes

Technical Specifications

Bore / Stroke / Cushioning Cross-Reference

Part Number Structure

DSBC part numbers follow this structure:

DSBC-{Bore}-{Stroke}-{Cushioning}-{Option}

Example: DSBC-80-500-PPV-A

• DSBC: Series designation (standard profile cylinder)
• 80: Bore diameter 80 mm
• 500: Stroke 500 mm
• PPV: Adjustable pneumatic end-position cushioning
• A: Standard piston rod type

Cushioning types:

• PPV: Adjustable pneumatic end-position cushioning — manually adjusted; ideal for constant load applications
• PPS: Self-adjusting pneumatic end-position cushioning — automatically adapts to load and speed; no manual adjustment required
• PPSA: Enhanced self-adjusting cushioning — wider adjustment range; designed for applications with highly variable loads

Configurable Base Part Numbers

The following base part numbers (without specified stroke) can be configured to any required stroke length:

Complete Model List

456 standard part numbers sorted by bore → stroke → cushioning type:

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Application Industries

• Automotive Manufacturing: Welding fixtures, body positioning, powertrain assembly
• Packaging Machinery: Case erecting, sealing, labelling, palletising
• Electronics Assembly: PCB test fixtures, component press-fitting, precision positioning
• Material Handling: Conveyor sorting, pushers, lifting platforms
• Food & Beverage: Filling, capping, labelling, packaging
• General Machinery: Push-pull, clamping, lifting, rotating and other linear motion applications

Related Series

• DSBF Corrosion-Resistant Profile Cylinder
• DSBG Profile Cylinder with Tie Rod
• DSNU Round Cylinder
• CRDSNU Stainless Steel Round Cylinder
• CRDNG Stainless Steel Standard Cylinder

FAQ

Q1: What is the difference between PPV, PPS and PPSA cushioning on the DSBC?

A: PPV is adjustable cushioning requiring manual valve adjustment to match load and speed — ideal for stable-load applications. PPS is self-adjusting cushioning that automatically adapts to load parameters after installation, no manual adjustment needed. PPSA is enhanced self-adjusting cushioning with a wider adjustment range, ideal for frequently varying loads or speed fluctuations. For maintenance-free, fast commissioning, PPS or PPSA is recommended.

Q2: What is the maximum stroke of the DSBC?

A: The maximum standard stroke of the DSBC series is 2800 mm (2.8 m). For longer stroke requirements, consider rodless cylinders such as the DGC or DGCI series, or contact a Festo engineer for a custom solution.

Q3: Can the DSBC replace equivalent SMC or Parker cylinders?

A: The DSBC fully conforms to ISO 15552 and is dimensionally interchangeable with other ISO 15552-compliant cylinders including SMC (CP96 series), Parker (P1D series), and other brands. Simply verify bore and stroke for a direct drop-in replacement.

Q4: Can sensors be added to the DSBC?

A: Yes. The DSBC profile barrel has integrated sensor mounting grooves accepting Festo SME/SMT series magnetic proximity sensors — snap-in fit, no extra mounting brackets needed. Sensors detect end-position for PLC-based automated control.

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Disclaimer: Part number data listed in this article is sourced from Festo’s official public product catalogue and is provided for reference only. For actual product selection, always refer to the latest official Festo technical documentation or contact our engineers for technical support. Product images are the property of Festo.