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In addition, the positioner is used to convert the reference variable W, i.e., either an analog standard signal (pneumatic 0.2\u20131.0 bar g or electrical 4\u201320 mA) or a digitally transmitted signal (fieldbus; e.g., Profibus or Foundation Fieldbus \u2013 FF) into a control variable Y (pressure &amp; volume flow) suitable for the selected actuator using the available auxiliary energy (supply air pressure). 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