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Fittings:
• Quick release and pipe
thread.
• Pipe thread requires Teflon
tape
Fittings
Connection and Disconnection
Parts of the “System”: Pt. 4
Valves and Solenoids:
• Used to control actuators
• Types:
– Double Solenoid (detented)
Operation
Advantages of Pneumatics
• Complete kit • Adjustable Force
• Weight – Different bore cylinders
change the available force
equal or lighter than
comparable alternatives and
– By adjusting the applied
• Simple pressure you can instantly
Review the manual that adjust the force
comes with the pneumatic kit
and you’re ready to go
• Durable
No burned up motors – stall
• Strong with no damage
Force from 9 lbs to 180 lbs – • Easy to expand once
easily adjustable
installed
Disadvantages for Pneumatics
• Initial weight cost is high ~15lbs
• Requires fine tuning for optimum use
• Limited uses with larger actuators
Applications
• Pneumatics are good
for straight
movements, but, with
the right linkage can
be used for rotation or
other movements.
Calculations:
• Output force is determined
by:
– Bore or diameter
– Pressure over ambient
• Cylinder Force
– Push Force = x
cylinder radius2 x
Pressure (psig)
– Pull Force = Push Force
- x rod radius2 x
Pressure (psig)
Tips & Tricks
Minimize Leaks (better Use the Compressor
yet, remove them Vibration Isolators.
completely) by careful The Compressor is a
use of teflon tape and reciprocating device
careful assembly of
tubing and fittings. and will cause
Teflon tape should start sympathetic vibrations
two threads back and throughout your
wrap in the direction of assembly unless they
the threads. are used.
With no movement When ordering custom
taking place the cylinders, use extreme
compressor should
care on the form, both
charge the tanks and
then shut off. It should on the address and
not restart until a valve models ordered
and cylinder is operated
Tips & Tricks
Pressure Switch must be Fittings are not required
used as inputs to the in the exhaust ports
controller. They cannot unless the circuit requires
handle the amperage of them.
the compressor.
The Norgren Regulator Always stay clear of
should be first with the cylinders in motion. Until
Monnier unit used after compressed air is being
that if needed. metered, flow controls do
Make sure you have little to control speed.
adequate pilot pressure Download additional
(30 psi) for the valves. copies of the pneumatic
When using the double manual from
solenoid valve, energize www.PneumaticsFIRST.org
only coil one at time.
Resources:
• First Pneumatic Presentation 2004
• http://www.bimba.com/products/prod7.htm
• http://www.teamdavinci.com/understanding_pneumatics.
htm