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Festo Quarter-Turn Actuator DFPD

Compact | Modular | High-Performance Valve Automation

Festo – DFPD quarter-turn actuator, engineered to deliver reliable and precise valve automation even in the most demanding industrial environments. Designed with a compact rack-and-pinion mechanism and high modularity, DFPD is ideal for applications where space, performance and flexibility matter.

Key Highlights

✔ Single-acting or double-acting versions
✔ Compact and highly modular design
✔ Adjustable end positions on both sides
✔ Optimised spring cartridge for easy torque adaptation
✔ Wide operating temperature range: -50°C to +150°C
✔ NAMUR-compliant mounting (VDI/VDE 3845)
✔ ATEX certified (II 2GD) for use in hazardous environments

Why Choose DFPD?

🔹 Easy Installation, Even in Tight Spaces
The compact design—especially in single-acting versions—allows effortless installation where space is limited.

🔹 Flexible Torque & Pressure Settings
Optimised spring cartridge design enables simple pressure adjustment from 2 to 6 bar, ensuring precise torque matching for every application.

🔹 Built for Extreme Conditions
Reliable performance across extreme temperatures makes DFPD suitable for harsh industrial environments.

🔹 Chemical Industry–Suitable Variant Available
A dedicated DFPD variant for chemical and petrochemical applications is available, designed to actuate butterfly valves, plug valves and ball valves in process plants.

🔹 Complete Valve Automation Solution
DFPD can be seamlessly combined with sensor boxes, pilot valves and positioners to form a fully automated process valve system—ensuring perfect compatibility and process reliability.

Applications

✅ Ball valves & butterfly valves
✅ Air dampers
✅ Chemical & pharmaceutical plants
✅ Beverage & process industries
✅ Water & wastewater treatment systems

Performance at a Glance

• Torque range: 10 Nm up to 32,000 Nm (HD version)

• Rotation angle: 90° standard (up to 180° optional)

• Operating pressure: Up to 8 bar

• SIL rating: Up to SIL 3 (Low Demand Mode)

• Corrosion-resistant versions available

Your Advantage with Us

As an authorized automation solution provider, we offer end-to-end support including:

✔ Expert actuator selection guidance
✔ Complete valve automation integration
✔ Application-specific engineering solutions
✔ Customised system integration
✔ Reliable after-sales and technical support