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
equal or lighter than
force
comparable alternatives
and
• Simple – By adjusting the applied
Review the manual that pressure you can
comes with the pneumatic instantly adjust the force
kit • Durable
and you’re ready to go No burned up motors – stall
• Strong with no damage
Force from 9 lbs to 180 lbs • Easy to expand
– easily adjustable
once 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 and will cause
tubing and fittings.
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.
Always stay clear of
The Norgren Regulator
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_pneu
matics.htm