---
title: "Actuator (Pneumatic/Servo)"
industry: "Food Manufacturing"
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  spec:
    status: "config-dependent"
    typical_range: "0.5-10 bar (pneumatic), 0-24 VDC (servo control signal)"
    unit: "mm"
engineering_limits:
  max_safe_operating_point:
    value: 12
    unit: "bar"
    consequence: "Pneumatic: Seal extrusion failure at 12+ bar due to differential pressure exceeding elastomer yield strength; Servo: Permanent magnet demagnetization at 85°C+ due to Curie temperature of NdFeB magnets (320-380°C theoretical, 80-100°C practical)"
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  - node_1:
      trigger: "Condensate accumulation in pneumatic supply lines reaching actuator"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
      mitigation_protocol: "Install coalescing filter with 0.01 μm rating at actuator inlet with automatic drain"
  - node_2:
      trigger: "Encoder feedback cable shield grounding loop creating 50 mV+ noise"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
      mitigation_protocol: "Star-point grounding at drive cabinet with 10 mm² copper busbar"
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    interface_type: "physical-logic-coupled"
  position-sensor:
    type: "part"
    urn: "URN:CNFX:ME:POSITION_SENSOR"
    interface_type: "physical-logic-coupled"
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manufacturing_compliance:
url: "https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/food-manufacturing/product/actuator-pneumaticservo.md"
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# Industrial Specification: Actuator (Pneumatic/Servo)

## 1. Technical Definition
A mechanical device that converts energy into motion to control valve operation in aseptic filling systems.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **0.5-10 bar (pneumatic), 0-24 VDC (servo control signal)**. Failure boundary: **Pneumatic: 12 bar burst pressure for standard aluminum bodies, 150°C thermal limit for seals; Servo: 32 VDC input voltage maximum, 85°C winding insulation class F limit**, Mechanism: **Pneumatic: Seal extrusion failure at 12+ bar due to differential pressure exceeding elastomer yield strength; Servo: Permanent magnet demagnetization at 85°C+ due to Curie temperature of NdFeB magnets (320-380°C theoretical, 80-100°C practical)**.

### 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 |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Condensate accumulation in pneumatic supply lines reaching actuator | 8 | Seal swelling and increased friction causing 15+ N·m stiction torque | Install coalescing filter with 0.01 μm rating at actuator inlet with automatic drain |
| Encoder feedback cable shield grounding loop creating 50 mV+ noise | 8 | Servo position error exceeding ±0.05 mm during homing sequence | Star-point grounding at drive cabinet with 10 mm² copper busbar |

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

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)
- [Piston/cylinder assembly](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing/product/pistoncylinder-assembly.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Position sensor](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing/product/position-sensor.md) `(Standalone System)`

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Compressed Air System**, **Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)**, **Filtration and Drying Unit**  
**Downstream Applications**: Aseptic Juice Bottles, Sterilized Dairy Containers, Packaged Liquid Food Products  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
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### Q: What makes this actuator suitable for aseptic filling systems in food manufacturing?
**A**: This actuator is specifically designed for aseptic environments with 316L stainless steel construction, FDA-compliant engineering plastics (PTFE/PEEK), and precision motion control to maintain sterile conditions during valve operation in filling systems.

### Q: How does the servo option differ from pneumatic in food processing applications?
**A**: Servo actuators offer superior precision and programmability for exact valve positioning in aseptic filling, while pneumatic actuators provide faster response and simpler maintenance. Both options use food-grade materials suitable for sanitary environments.

### Q: What maintenance is required for actuators in food manufacturing environments?
**A**: Regular inspection of seals and gaskets (especially PTFE/PEEK components), cleaning per sanitary protocols, and monitoring position sensor accuracy. The 316L stainless steel and aluminum alloy construction resists corrosion from cleaning chemicals.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance

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### 🛠️ Engineering Resource Access
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### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **3** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: ACTUATOR_PNEUMATICSERVO | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: 1cae4459
