I. MULTIPLE CHOICE. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

(10 points)

1. It is a branch of mechanics that deals with mechanical properties of gases

a. Pneumatics b. Mechanics c. Hydraulics d. Cylinder

2. It is use to remove solid and liquid impurities of the compressed air.

a. Air distributor b. filter c. compressor d. lubricator

3. Type of compressor with two shafts that work accordingly to the displacement
principle and deliver continuous supply without pulsations or pressure
fluctuation.
a. Axial compressor b. screw type c. roots compressor

4. Converts the compressed air into mechanical motion.

a. Cylinder b. solenoid c. valve d. Pneumatic actuator

5. Type of cylinder which force is exerted in both direction.

a. Single acting cylinder b. double acting cylinder
c. piston rod d. impact cylinder

6. Directional control valve which retain in their last signal administered to them.
a. 5/2 way DCV Double Solenoid Actuated
b. b. 5/2 way DCV
c. c. 3/2 way DCV double solenoid

7. When the solenoid energized, what part of the directional control valve will
move to open the passage of compressed air?
a. pushbutton b. solenoid
c. pilot valve d. armature
 8. Type of sensor that are capable of detecting metals, non-metals, solids and
liquid particles.
a. inductive b. capacitive c. proximity d. photoelectric

9. PNP sensor is a positive switching or otherwise known as;

a. Sinking output b. relay contact c. solenoid d. sourcing output

10.What will be produced in the solenoid when an electric current is applied to

the coil.
a. Electro-magnetic force b. magnetic field
c. electromotive force d. electric current
II. Identification. Identify what is being asked or defined in the statement. Write your
answers before the statements. 10 points
1. Regular air that has been put under greater pressure than the air in the
general environment.
2. It deals with the generation, transmission, and control of power using
pressurized air.
3. Air dryer reduces the ___________ content of pressurized air.
4. A mechanical device which utilizes energy to pressurize air.
5. An actuator that has one working port.
6. It is used to provide linear/rotary motion and force to automated
systems, machines, and processes.
7. It is primarily used for starting and stopping of machine operation.
8. It forms the interface between the electrical control and pneumatic
system.
9. It is used to expand or contract in response to increase or decrease of
pressure.
10.Temperature switches senses change in _________ and opens or closes
an electrical switch when predetermined value is reached.
III. DRAWING. Draw the graphic symbol of the component given. (2 points each).

1.Flow Control Valve 2. Check Valve

3. Relief Valves 4. 5/2 way directional control valve

solenoid actuated, spring return

5. 3/2 way directional control valve 6. 3/2 way directional control valve
pushbutton actuated, spring return double solenoid

7. Single Acting Cylinder 8. Double Acting Cylinder

9. Inductive Proximity Sensor 10. Capacitive Proximity Sensor

IV. Comparison. Compare and distinguish the advantages and applications between
Capacitive proximity sensor and Inductive proximity sensor. (10 points)
V. Essay. Explain the control process of a dominant ON and dominant OFF with a neat
sketch. (10 points)

VI. Design. Problem: A double-acting cylinder is to be used to transfer parts from a

magazine. The cylinder is to advance fully when a push button is operated and then
retract automatically. Full extension is confirmed by a roller level valve. The cylinder
is to continue forward even if push button is released before full extension is reached.
The speed of the cylinder is to be adjustable in both directions of motion. (20 points)
a. Draw the circuit diagram for the problem.
b. Describe the initial status of the system.
c. Describe the operation of the circuit.