In a continuing effort to expand the Optimax product line, PHD is pleased to release a new drop-in compact cylinder. Series OCQ ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ Compact Cylinders feature a compact design for applications where cylinder length is critical. Benefits include: Drop-in metric mounting matches global standard Ten bore sizes available in incremental stroke lengths Standard shock pads […]
Components
Worldβs smallest dry-break quick disconnect
The ultra-miniature Beswick M3 threadeddry-break quick disconnect is manufactured from corrosion resistant stainless steel and is rated to 500 psig when connected. Buna-N is the standard seal material. Viton and EPDM are optional and can handle many types of fluids. The dry-break, or βno-spillβ , configuration is a more sophisticated version of a standard double […]
Ross Controls announces BG certification for CM valves
ROSS announces their CrossMirror Series CM Size 0 valves are now BG Certified per the DIN ES ISO 138491 PL e standard. These valves are intended to be used to return a cylinder towards a safe position when de-energized or when a fault occurs. Applications could include pneumatic cylinder presses, welding equipment, and pneumatic doors […]
Electro-pneumatic pressure regulator for pneumatic valve manifold
The latest enhancement to AVENTICS AV (Advanced Valve) series pneumatic directional control valves is the AV-EP, an electro-pneumatic pressure regulator that can be integrated into the valve manifold. This lets the user control proportional flow with the same digital communication as used with the directional control valves. The AV-EP can control either an external device […]
Stainless steel pneumatic mini cylinders are hygienically designed
The AVENTICS CSL-RD pneumatic mini cylinders are hygienically designed and fabricated from 304 stainless steel, providing great coverage of food and packaging applications. The CSL-RD ISO 6432 cylinders come in three versions. The food processing-optimized FRE version has no external mounting threads, avoiding food and bacteria traps. The electro-polished construction (smoothed to no more than […]
Expanded DM valve series
ROSS Controls introduces an expansion to its existing DM Valve Series for Air Dump/Release applications. The ROSS DM1 Series C Valve is a Control Reliable Double Valve with dynamic monitoring that can be used in Category 4 PL e applications that do not require dynamic memory. The DM1 Series C Valve is available in port […]
New fieldbus protocols available
The AVENTICS CL03 Clean Line series of pneumatic directional control valves were specifically designed to handle your high pressure wash-down applications. The valve manifolds are available with multi-pin electrical connections or fieldbus. The fieldbus protocols for CL03 have just been expanded to include Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, ProfiNet and CC-Link. These protocols are added to the existing […]
ISO pneumatic air cylinders
AutomationDirectβs NITRA pneumatic product line now includes G-Series double-acting air cylinders suitable for use in product packaging, food processing and other high-speed product manufacturing applications. These pneumatic air cylinders have a 145 psi operating pressure and are interchangeable with other popular brands. The series was developed with a fully metric design to meet the ISO […]
ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ system guidelines for success
Pat PhillipsΒ β’Β Product ManagerΒ β’Β Fluid Power & Mechanical ProductsΒ β’Β AutomationDirect Following these design rules will ensure a successful machine automation application. ΊΪΑΟ³ΤΉΟ cylinders are a popular way to clamp, position and transfer parts in automated equipment. They also offer one of the simplest ways to achieve mechanical motion and fixturing of parts […]
Surgical assist robot goes pneumatic
Surgical precision saw a major technological boost in the early 1980s when robots began accompanying doctors in the OR. In recent years, minimally invasive operations have been gaining popularity over traditional surgery because of faster post-operative recovery and less scarring. Many of these endoscope-based surgical operations present unique risks, such as camera shake or communication […]
