Pressure Switch (Nason)
Opens around 115 psi, closes at 95 psi
Senses the current pressure in the system so the pneumatic controller
knows whether to turn the compressor on or off
Pressure Regulators (IMI Precision Engineering/Norgren)
Max output pressure of 60 psi
Placed before any working components (ex. Pistons, actuators)
Regulates pressure down to a lower value for use by the robot
Electric Valves (aka Solenoids) (Festo)
Options: one-way or two-way valve
an electromechanical component that switches airflow on and off to move pneumatic actuators
Fittings
Use teflon tape to seal the connection
KOP is 0.25” outside diameter and 0.16” inside diameter
Use black for out and blue for in to help with diagnosing/fixing leaks
Cylinders (aka pistons, aka actuator) (suppliers: Bimba or McMaster Carr)
air cylinders or rotary actuators that turn the compressed air into physical motion
Manifold (optional, not for use with FESTO)
manifold is a block that allows the connection of multiple solenoid valves to a single input line
Many teams use these to reduce plumbing and ease mounting of solenoid valves
Can be in line or a fitting
restricts the flow rate in one direction while allowing the full flow rate in the other direction
Reduce the speed of movement in that direction without reducing the maximum force that the cylinder can provide
