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Pneumatics v.2
Pneumatics v.2
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Do all the connections and disconnections
with the energy supply OFF!
• Things to do in case of loose tubes
whiplash:
– Put the system into zero pressure status
– Hold the tubes (if you can) then turn off the
energy supply
– Back off and have the attention of the
operator to turn off the energy supply
SAFETY
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Check all the components/devices for
proper connections and orientations
before turning the energy supply ON.
• Avoid using tubes with defects
• Refer to the instrument’s user manual for
its care and safe use
• Maintain the standard compressed air
pressure : 5 bars
Do’s inside the
Mechatronics Laboratory
• Keep your working area clean and
organized.
• Do your work quietly
• Arrange the chairs before you leave.
• Read and follow the safety precautions
given here to avoid any untoward incidents.
• Follow the proper procedure in
disconnecting tubes/hoses.
• Take care in performing any laboratory
experiment and handling materials
Don’ts inside the
Mechatronics Laboratory
• Do not eat, drink or smoke inside the
laboratory.
• Do not play with the experiment and
experiment materials while performing the
experiment.
• Do not perform an experiment with your
hands wet.
• Do not panic in case of an air whiplash.
Pneumatics
Pneumatics
• The piston rod of a double acting cylinder is to advance when the 3/2
way roller level valve is actuated and the pushbutton of the 3/2 way
valve is actuated. If either of these is released, then the cylinder is
to return to the initial position.