Pneumatic Cylinders
A pneumatic cylinder, also known as a pneumatic actuator, is a mechanical device that uses compressed air to produce linear motion. It converts the potential energy of compressed air into kinetic energy, providing a controlled push or pull force. These devices are fundamental to industrial automation and are widely used for tasks like clamping, lifting, pushing, and pressing.
Components and How They Work
A pneumatic cylinder consists of a hollow cylindrical barrel with a piston inside. The piston is attached to a piston rod that extends outside the cylinder.
Air Supply: Compressed air is supplied to one or both ends of the cylinder through a port.
Pressure: The compressed air exerts pressure on the face of the piston.
Motion: The pressure difference between the two sides of the piston causes it to move, extending or retracting the piston rod.
Work: The motion of the piston rod can be harnessed to perform mechanical work.
A pneumatic cylinder, also known as a pneumatic actuator, is a mechanical device that uses compressed air to produce linear motion. It converts the potential energy of compressed air into kinetic energy, providing a controlled push or pull force. These devices are fundamental to industrial automation and are widely used for tasks like clamping, lifting, pushing, and pressing.
Components and How They Work
A pneumatic cylinder consists of a hollow cylindrical barrel with a piston inside. The piston is attached to a piston rod that extends outside the cylinder.
Air Supply: Compressed air is supplied to one or both ends of the cylinder through a port.
Pressure: The compressed air exerts pressure on the face of the piston.
Motion: The pressure difference between the two sides of the piston causes it to move, extending or retracting the piston rod.
Work: The motion of the piston rod can be harnessed to perform mechanical work.