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title: "Actuator (Pneumatic/Electric)"
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# Industrial Specification: Actuator (Pneumatic/Electric)

## 1. Technical Definition
A mechanical device that converts energy (pneumatic or electric) into motion to control the opening and closing of an aseptic filling valve.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **Pneumatic: 4-10 bar (400-1000 kPa), Electric: 24V DC ±10% or 230V AC ±15%**. Failure boundary: **Pneumatic: 12 bar (1200 kPa) burst pressure, Electric: 30V DC or 264V AC insulation breakdown**, Mechanism: **Pneumatic: Diaphragm rupture due to yield strength exceeding 35 MPa; Electric: Insulation degradation at 150°C glass transition temperature**.

### 2.1 Analytical Physics Model
Governed by the **Pneumatic Actuator Theoretical Force**:

> **Primary Equation**: $F = P \cdot A \cdot \eta_{eff}$  
> **Engineering Impact**: Calculates real-world pushing/clamping force for rejectors.

| Symbol | Variable Definition | Localized Reference |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| P | Air Pressure | Engineering Constant |
| A | Cylinder Area | Engineering Constant |

### 2.2 FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)
| Event Trigger | Severity | Failure Mode | Mitigation Strategy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Pneumatic: Moisture accumulation exceeding 100 ppm in compressed air | 8 | Corrosion-induced seal failure with 0.5 mm wear depth | Desiccant dryer with -40°C dew point control and coalescing filtration |
| Electric: 500V transient voltage spike with 1 μs rise time | 8 | MOSFET gate oxide breakdown at 15V threshold | TVS diode clamping at 28V with 10 kA surge rating |

## 3. Key Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| spec | Config-dependent | mm | Verified |

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)
- [Piston/Diaphragm (Pneumatic) or Motor (Electric)](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing/product/pistondiaphragm-pneumatic-or-motor-electric.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Position Feedback Sensor](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing/product/position-feedback-sensor.md) `(Standalone System)`

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Compressed Air System**, **Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)**, **Aseptic Filling Valve**  
**Downstream Applications**: Aseptic Liquid Food Packaging, Sterile Beverage Containers, Pharmaceutical Liquid Products  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 

### Q: Are these actuators suitable for clean-in-place (CIP) systems?
**A**: Yes, our actuators feature stainless steel bodies, PTFE/Viton seals, and smooth surfaces that withstand CIP chemicals and high-temperature sterilization cycles common in food manufacturing.

### Q: What's the difference between pneumatic and electric versions for food applications?
**A**: Pneumatic actuators offer explosion-proof operation and faster response, ideal for washdown areas. Electric actuators provide precise positioning control and eliminate air supply needs, better for dry processing zones.

### Q: How do these actuators maintain aseptic conditions during filling?
**A**: The stem seal design prevents product contamination, while FDA-approved materials and polished surfaces minimize bacterial harborage points, ensuring hygienic operation in sterile filling environments.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance

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### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **5** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: ACTUATOR_PNEUMATICELECTRIC | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: 1a14bd00
