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Pneumatic Automation - Linear and rotary pneumatic drives

Author: Frédéric MOULIN

Publication date: August 10, 2022

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2. How to order a pneumatic cylinder

Valves are used to set the cylinders in motion in the desired direction. In this section, we focus on the components most frequently used to control steering and speed. To find out more about the technology of this type of component, for example, operating modes, existing functions and other details, please consult the article [BM 6 111] dedicated to directional control valves.

2.1 Checking the direction of cylinder movement

Directional valves are used for this purpose....

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