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Pneumatics | Definitions
Single Acting Cylinder
This is a pneumatic output device that requires compressed air to make the piston move. If the air is removed the piston will return to its start position.
Double Acting Cylinder
This needs compressed air to move the piston but it will stay in this position if the air is turned off. It needs air to return to its original position.
Pneumatic Sequencer
A pneumatic sequencer controls steps in a process. Step two cannot begin until feedback from step one is received.
Programmable Logic Controller
A pneumatic programmable logic controller is a microprocessor which can be programmed to perform any sequence of operations. It can combine both pneumatic and electronic inputs and outputs. Pneumatic power is safer and cheaper than electrical power.
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Single Acting Cylinder
This is a pneumatic output device that requires compressed air to make the piston move. If the air is removed the piston will return to its start position.
Double Acting Cylinder
This needs compressed air to move the piston but it will stay in this position if the air is turned off. It needs air to return to its original position.
Pneumatic Sequencer
A pneumatic sequencer controls steps in a process. Step two cannot begin until feedback from step one is received.
Programmable Logic Controller
A pneumatic programmable logic controller is a microprocessor which can be programmed to perform any sequence of operations. It can combine both pneumatic and electronic inputs and outputs. Pneumatic power is safer and cheaper than electrical power.