Product Description:
The main function of the FESTO FK series floating joint is to
connect the cylinder piston rod with the driven load. It can
automatically compensate for possible radial offset and angular
deviation (usually up to ± 0.3mm to ± 0.7mm, or about 1mm) during
the connection process. This compensation capability can
effectively reduce stress, prevent problems such as piston rod seal
wear and cylinder damage caused by poor alignment, and thus extend
the service life of the entire pneumatic system.
This series of joints is usually made of sturdy materials such as
galvanized steel, stainless steel, or surface hardened steel
components, and treated with nickel plating to give them moderate
to good corrosion resistance, which can adapt to general industrial
environments and even situations with certain corrosion risks. The
FK series floating joint design does not contain copper (with
copper content exceeding 1% by mass) or PTFE
(polytetrafluoroethylene), which makes it suitable for applications
that are sensitive to copper ions and specific chemicals, such as
certain chemical processes or situations where copper materials
prevent electrochemical corrosion.
Its working temperature range is wide, usually between -40 ° C
and+150 ° C, which means it can maintain stable performance in both
cold and low-temperature environments as well as high-temperature
workshops. FK connectors offer multiple thread specifications (such
as M10x1.25, M16x1.5, M20x1.5, etc.) to meet the needs of different
sizes of cylinder piston rod threads and load connection ends.
Applications:
FESTO FK series floating joints are widely used in various
industrial automation fields. They can play an important role in
situations where cylinders are used and there is a certain
installation error or need to compensate for eccentricity.
Industrial automation and pneumatic systems: This is the most
traditional application area for FK series joints. It is used to
connect the cylinder piston rod with any load that requires
cylinder drive, such as fixtures, robotic arms, conveyor belt
baffles, flipping mechanisms, etc. It can ensure that the cylinder
can still work smoothly and avoid jamming even when there are
slight parallelism or coaxiality errors between the cylinder and
the load mounting base.
Lithium ion battery production and assembly: The search results
specifically mention that this connector is suitable for lithium
ion battery production and assembly. In such high-precision
manufacturing processes, the stability and reliability of equipment
operation are crucial, and FK joints can help compensate for errors
and ensure smooth production processes.
For precision equipment with high requirements for installation
alignment: In some equipment that requires high-precision
positioning and repeatability, using FK floating joints can
eliminate internal forces caused by processing and assembly errors,
making the movement smoother and positioning more accurate.
In situations where there is thermal expansion or vibration: During
the operation of the equipment, if there is thermal expansion or
contraction due to temperature changes, or slight vibration caused
by motion, the floating ability of the FK joint can absorb these
small displacement changes and maintain the reliability of the
connection.
Medium corrosive environment: With its material's corrosion
resistance, it can also be used in environments where there is a
certain risk of corrosion but no need for all stainless steel
joints, such as certain chemical, food processing, or humid
industrial environments.
Support and Services:
Our Product Technical Support and Services for Pneumatic Pipe
Fittings include:
- On-site installation assistance
- Troubleshooting guidance
- Maintenance recommendations
- Product training and education
- Warranty information and claims processing
Packing and Shipping:
Product: Pneumatic Pipe Fittings
Description: High-quality pneumatic pipe fittings for industrial
use.
Package Includes: Assorted sizes and types of fittings
Package Dimensions: 10in x 6in x 4in
Shipping Method: Standard shipping
Shipping Time: 3-5 business days
