Basic Pneumatics 110

Reasons to Use Compressed AirHigh power density ... lots of actuation force in a small package

• Components have a low initial price & are inexpensive to repair or replace
• Simple control of actuator output force by adjusting the pressure at the regulator
• Non-polluting .. .leaks have little environmental impact
• Any mechanical failures are usually gradual ... seals may wear over time
• Can be used for non-power transmission ... vacuum generation, blow offs, cooling
• Compressed air has a natural resistance to shocks
• Power can be easily stored using receiver tanks
• Actuators can be overloaded and stalled without over-heating problems
• Components are relatively tolerant of dirty environments
• Most parts have a Jong service life
• Simple controls ... one or two inputs and outputs/actuators