Pneumatic Solutions

July 1, 2005
Compact electronic pressure regulator Type 550X miniature electropneumatic I/P, E/P transducer is ATEX compliant and converts a variable signal (current

Compact electronic pressure regulator

Type 550X miniature electropneumatic I/P, E/P transducer is ATEX compliant and converts a variable signal (current or voltage) to a proportional pneumatic output.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • NEMA-4X housing standard for safety
  • Input and output ports on front and back for versatile plumbing
  • Up to 20 scfm air flow, input signal of 4-20 mA
  • Output pressure ranges from 3-15, 3-27, 6-30, 2-60, and 3-120 psig (standard) and 0-30, 0-60, 0-120 psig (zero-based)
  • Electrical connections include ½ NPT conduit terminal block and DIN 43650

CONTROL AIR INC.
Amherst, N.H.
(603) 886-9400
www.controlair.com
Circle 280

Magnetic cylinder sensors

Line of miniature sensors uses Giant Magnetostrictive technology for high accuracy and repeatability, fast response times, and immunity from long-term effects of magnetic fields.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • 25 mm length fits T-slot cylinders for flush, low-profile mounting
  • DC units in threaded M8 pigtail models for direct connection to multi-port blocks, M8 snap and M12 pigtail, and 2 meter cable models
  • PNP/NPN, normally open in two-wire, and PNP or NPN, normally open in three-wire
  • Polarity independence for reliable piston-position detection

IFM EFECTOR INC.
Exton, Pa.
(800) 441-8246
www.ifmefector.com
Circle 281

Lift table

Pneumatic lift table incorporates four guide shafts for maximum rigidity and is designed for applications where non-rotating cylinders cannot handle overhung loads.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • 50, 80, and 125-mm bore sizes
  • Produces 1,900 lb of lifting force at 100 psi
  • PTFE-impregnated hard anodized body minimizes friction and maximizes seal life
  • Stroke lengths in 5-mm increments to 100 mm

BIMBA MANUFACTURING
Monee, Ill.
(708) 534-8544
www.bimba.com
Circle 282

Interchangeable metric cylinders

Universal series of compact, extruded aluminum body air cylinders offers ten bore sizes — 12 to 100 mm — and multiple mounting configurations.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Service to 150 psi
  • Hard anodized extruded aluminum tubing, hard chrome-plated stainless steel piston rod, extra-long high performance rod bushing
  • Magnetic piston sensing for mid-stroke signaling, precise end-of-stroke sensing

NUMATICS INC.
Highland, Mich.
(615) 771-1200
www.numatics.com
Circle 283

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