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PHASE - 2
BASIC ELECTRO - PNEUMATICS
PHASE - 3
MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY
Festo founded in Esslingen, Germany by Mr. Gottlieb Stoll to manufacture Woodworking machines
1957 Festo Pneumatic Automation components and system solutions (pneumatic and electronics) 1965 Festo Didactic Learning systems for automation
Cylinder production and Customer Service Centre Over 300,000 customers in St. Ingbert
in 176 countries. Vocational and further training, 1.5% of personnel budget.
Festo Didactic
Didactic - A Greek word. Means learning. Promotes the use of automation in industry by educating users on the applications and use of standard available products. Festo Didactic has its own product range. Festo Didactic present in over 75 countries Festo Didactic Headquarters in Esslingen- Denkendorf, worldwide. near Stuttgart 100 employees. In India Festo Didactic - The training division of Festo Controls Pvt. Ltd.
Automation in Industry
Choice of Working Media : Pneumatics. Hydraulics. Electricity & Electronics. Combinations of the above.
Combinations of technologies offer synergy. Has the capability of expanding the scope of applications tremendously.
Introduction to Pneumatics
PNEUMA : means breath in Greek
Pneumatics is the name given to the branch of physics which deals with the properties, motions and behavior of air
Automation in Industry
Media Selection Criteria :
Speed of Operation. Reliability. Service Life. Sensitivity to Environment. Ease of Maintenance. Available Expertise. Training Requirements. Availability Transportability Storability
Compressed Air
The
2nd Largest Energy Source Originates From The Atmosphere Used in Every Industry
Types of Compressors
Reciprocating Piston Compressor.
Up to 6 bar in single stage or 15 bar in two stage.
Screw Compressor.
Up to 10 bar. High capacity.
Pneumatics
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To System Pressure Relief Valve (Safety Valve) Shut Off Valve Pressure Gauge
Water Drain
AIRBORNE CONTAMINATION
DIRT
OIL WATER
80%
Of This Contamination is Below 2 Micron The smallest size we can see with our eye is 45 microns !!!!
WATER CONDENSATE
1 Cubic metre of Atmospheric Air at 100% RH contains 17.32 gms of water vapour at 20oC
Result
Dirty Contaminated Air In the system
Causing Pipework Contamination & Damage Blocking Valves and Machinery PROBLEMs
Air Preparation
The aim of proper compressed air preparation is to remove contamination & moisture The air generated from compressor should route through various filters & dryers to attain required quality class FILTERS:
DRYERS:
Pre-filters Service units (FRC) Fine & micro filters Carbon filters
Filtration.
Dust is responsible for abrasion. Reduces the effectiveness of lubricants.
Pressure Regulation.
Constant pressure is required for uniform performance of pneumatic components.
Lubrication.
Lubrication is required to replace lubricant lost due to effects of dust and water over prolonged periods. Reduces internal friction in components.
Sintered or surface Filter 5um or 40 um Work in series with a cyclone filter. Contaminants larger than the pore size will be trapped.
Fine or micro Filter 1 um or 0.01 um Liquid impinge on the fibres forming larger droplets (coalescing effect) and collected by the foam material shell.
Active carbon Filter Adsorb oil fumes and odours up to 0.003 mg/m. Recommend to install 0.01um micro filter in series.
Pneumatics
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Flux
Pneumatics
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Heat exchanger
Air out
Refrigerant
Separator
Refrigerating machine
Pneumatics
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Shut-off valve
Adsorber 2 Heater
Dry air
Pneumatics
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Intermediate reservoir Supply taken from top of ring main Reservoir within a pneumatic system
Service unit
Pneumatics
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Inlet
Outlet
Filter Element
Baffles
Pneumatics
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0.003m
Pneumatics
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Inlet
Valve Body
Vent Spring and
Adjusting screw
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
4 Bar
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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6 Bar
Pneumatics
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4 Bar
6 Bar
Pneumatics
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4 Bar
6 Bar
Pneumatics
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4.5 Bar
6 Bar
Pneumatics
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4.5 Bar
6 Bar
Pneumatics
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4 Bar
6 Bar
Pneumatics
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Used to set the pressure on the system downstream Venting type also acts as pressure relief or limiting valve Should be set to the pressure that is just sufficient to do the job (too high a setting costs money) Not to be adjusted to change speed or used as a shut off valve
Pneumatics
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Air lubricator
Pneumatics
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Air lubricator
Pneumatics
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Used to introduce droplets of oil in to the air flow. pneumatic equipment runs on oil free air) Used for high or low speed applications Once lubrication has been started, it must be continued
(Most
Adjustments should be made whilst checking the effect on the valve furthest from the lubricator.
Air lubricator
Filter
Pressure Regulator
Lubricator
Service Unit
DEWPOINT
1. 3. 2.
Quality Class
1. 3. 2.
Transport
Air can be easily transported in pipelines, even over large distances
Storage
A compressor need not be in continuous operation. Compressed air can be stored in a reservoir and removed as required. The reservoir can be transportable.
Temperature
Compressed air is relatively insensitive to temperature fluctuations.
Explosion Proof
There is minimal risk of explosion or fire. No expensive protection against explosion is required.
Cleanliness
Unlubricated exhaust air is clean. Any unlubricated air does not cause contamination. Useful in food, wood and textile industries.
Components
Operating components are of simple construction and therefore relatively inexpensive.
Speed
Compressed air is a very fast working medium. High working speeds can be obtained.
Adjustable
With compressed air components speeds and forces are infinitely variable.
Overload safe
Pneumatic tools and operating components can be loaded to the point of stopping and therefore overload safe.
Preparation
Compressed air requires good preparation. Dirt and condensate should not be present.
Compressible
It is not always possible to achieve uniform and constant piston speeds with compressed air.
Force requirement
Compressed air is economical only up to a certain force requirement. At 6-7 bar, and dependent on the travel and speed, the output limit is between 20000 and 30000 Newtons.
Noise level
The exhaust air is loud.
The problem is largely solved with silencers.
Costs
Compressed air is a relatively expensive means of conveying power. The high energy costs are partially compensated by inexpensive components and higher performance.
Disadvantages:
Straight line movement can be produced directly. Compressed air is a relatively expensive means of conveying energy
PRESSURE is set to provide the FORCE using the formula. Pressure = Force (load on cylinder) Piston area Usually 10% is added on to account for frictional resistance.
Length of stroke
Force Using the formula Force = Pressure x Area of Piston
Force Calculations
Cylinder Force Calculations [171] :
Force is proportionate to . . . .
Air Pressure. Area of the piston.
Force produced by a double acting cylinder in either direction is always more than that of a single acting cylinder of the same dimensions.
QE
FC
5/2 Way
LS1
Timer
PB
LS2
Block diagrams are more easily understood by a layman. No knowledge of symbols is necessary. They are faster and easier to draw. Corrections are also easier to make. A block diagram can be easily converted into a circuit diagram. Individual blocks in a diagram may represent a single item, or multiple items, performing a certain function.
Energy supply
Compressor with fixed capacity
Air lubricator
Pressure regulator
1 3, 5 2, 4 10 12 14
(R)S, R Reserved for exhaust ports. (A)B, A Reserved for working ports. Y Y, Z Z Port 1 closed. Port 1 connects to port 2. Port 1 connects to port 4.
As a general rule Odd numbers are at the bottom and Even numbers on the top.
Valve Description
3 2
Push Button Spring
Valve Description
3 2
Push Button Spring Normally Closed
Valve Description
3 / 2 way valve
Push Button operated Spring Return Normally closed
3 2
Closed
5 3 Double Pilot
Neutral Position
4 2 Double Pilot
Operated
3 2 Roller Spring
Normally
Open
Neutral Position
2 2 Lever Spring
Normally
Closed
12
Spring
Normally
Return
Closed
21 1
Pressure Valve
Adjustable pressure regulating valve, non-relieving type
Auxiliary symbols
Exhaust port Exhaust port with threaded connection Silencer
Line connection
Auxiliary symbols
Crossing lines (not connected) Pressure gauge
Visual indicator
Pneumatic Actuation Direction Control Valves Pressure Sequence Valves Pneumatic Timers Dual Pressure [AND] Valves Shuttle [OR] Valves Limit Switches Push Buttons Low Pressure, Low Flow Rate Zone < 4 Bar
Pneumatic Actuation
Direction Control Valves Pressure Sequence Valves Pneumatic Timers Dual Pressure [AND] Valves Shuttle [OR] Valves Limit Switches Push Buttons Low Pressure, Low Flow Rate Zone < 4 Bar
Actuators
An actuator is an output device for the conversion of supply energy into useful work. They can be described Into two groups.
Linear Motion
Single Acting Cylinders Double Acting Cylinders
Rotary Motion
Air Motor Rotary Actuator
Linear Actuator
Single acting cylinder Double acting cylinder Double acting cylinder with double ended piston rod Rodless cylinder
Linear Actuator
Double-acting cylinder with nonadjustable cushioning in one direction
Rotary Actuators
Air motor, rotation in one direction, fixed capacity Air motor, rotation in one direction, variable capacity Air motor, rotation in both directions, variable capacity Rotary actuator, limited travel, rotation in both directions
Actuators Operation
An Actuator Can be Controlled by the Following Methods:
Pneumatic Hydraulic Electrical
Linear motion
Rotary motion
Rotary actuators - single and double
acting
Piston
Rod
Bearing
Base end
Connections
Rod end
Cushioning Pistons
Cylinder Barrel Bearings Yoke assembly Piston assembly Magnets, Bearings, Wipers Magnets, Bearings, Seals, Cushioning Pistons Magnets Seals
Problem To produce a circuit that will operate the cylinder from either of the 2 push buttons. 14
4
5 1
Problem To produce a circuit that will operate the cylinder from either of the 2 push buttons. 14
4
5 1
Problem To produce a circuit that will operate the cylinder from either of the 2 push buttons. 14
4
Shuttle Valve
5 1
Speed Control
Size of Cylinder
What factors will affect the speed of movement of the cylinder?
Load on Cylinder Spring Force Pipe Length Valve size Flow Rate Exhaust Air
If we want to be able to adjust the speed of the cylinder, which of these variables do we control or adjust?
Pressure
Pipe
size
Forward speed in a Single Acting Cylinder can be controlled by throttling . . . Inlet (Supply) air entering the cylinder.
3 Air Pressure
Exhaust Air
Reverse speed in a Single Acting Cylinder can be controlled by throttling . . . Exhaust air leaving the cylinder.
3 Air Pressure
Better suited to applications where there is a constant load on the cylinder. Most commonly used and preferred method of flow control.
Restricted flow
Unrestricted flow
Unrestricted flow
Controlling the flow of air in to a double acting cylinder can result in erratic jerky movement. 4 2
To overcome this ?
The flow control valve is used to control the air pushed out of the cylinder 4 2
The flow control valve is used to control the air pushed out of the cylinder 4 2
Valve Construction
Ports are open & close by sealing elements such as Ball,Disc,etc... Actuation force is against the energy flow.Hence, higher actuating force is required. Simple,Cheaper, In-sensitive to dust Reset by compressed air is not possible only spring reset D43
Ports are open & close by sealing elements such as Spool or Slide Actuation force is lateral to energy flow.Hence, less actuating force is required. Complex, Costly, Sensitive to dust Reset by compressed air is possible
Poppet Valves
Good sealing Good tolerance to dirt
3 2 1
Valve Construction
1
Spool
Outlet
2 Return Spring
Exhaust
Supply
Valve Construction
1
Valve Construction
1
Valve Construction
1
Valve Construction
1
4/2 Way
Directional Control Valve
4 14 5
12
12
14
4 14 5
12
12
14
4 14 5
12
12
14
4 14 5
12
12
14
4 14 5
12
12
14
4
14 5
12
Double pilot valve - Bi-stable valve Signal in to pilot port switches valve. Remove signal - valve stays in position
14
5 3
Single pilot valve - Mono stable valve Signal in to pilot port switches valve. Remove signal - valve re-sets.
4 14
5 1
12
5/3 Directional Control Valve. Closed centre position
14
12
Closed centre
14
12
14
12
Logic Valves
Problem To produce a circuit that will operate the cylinder from either of the 2 push buttons. 14
4
5 1
Problem To produce a circuit that will operate the cylinder from either of the 2 push buttons. 14
4
5 1
Problem To produce a circuit that will operate the cylinder from either of the 2 push buttons. 14
4
Shuttle Valve
5 1
A
The Shuttle Valve X 12
Y
14
1
Textbook page 207
A
X
A Y
Single unit
A
The 2 Pressure Valve X 12
2 Y 14
&
A
X Y
14
5 1
A
X Y
14
5 1
A
X Y
14
5 1
How can we achieve the AND condition without using the 2 Pressure valve?
4
14
5 1
How can we achieve the AND condition without using the 2 Pressure valve?
4
2 valves in series
14
5 1
Single Unit
Multi-Block
3 valves in one
Summary Where 2 or more signals need to be combined such that EITHER gives an output - Shuttle Valve OR Valve
Where 2 or more signals need to be combined such that THEY ALL have to be in place to give an output 2 Pressure Valve AND Valve
&
Series connection
R P
R P
R P
R P
R P
R P
R P
R P
R P
To achieve maximum speed the exhaust air must be directed to atmosphere via the shortest route.
To do this we use
?
4 2
To achieve maximum speed the exhaust air must be directed to atmosphere via the shortest route.
To do this we use
?
4 2
To achieve maximum speed the exhaust air must be directed to atmosphere via the shortest route.
To do this we use
?
4 2
To achieve maximum speed the exhaust air must be directed to atmosphere via the shortest route.
To do this we use
?
4 2
Timer Valves
Pilot Operation
12
12
Flow Control
Non Return
Reservoir 3/2 way valve Normally Closed Spring Return
Page 219 in textbook
3
1 3
2 1
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:01 0
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00 2
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00 3
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00 4
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00 5
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00 5
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00
12
12
3
1 3
2 1
00:00
00:00 5 4 3 2 1
12
Range of adjustment is dependant on reservoir size. Additional capacity of 10cc gives increase of 5 second adjustment
Input to port 10
Time delay (adjustable) Output from port 2 is shut off Vent port 10
12 10
Valve resets
Output from port 2
Normally Open Timer An alternative use for this is made by piping up in a different way
10
Normally Open Timer An alternative use for this is made by piping up in a different way
10
Input to port 10 and port 1 Output from port 2 Time delay (adjustable) Output from port 2 is shut off Vent port 10
Valve resets
Summary
2
12
10 1 3
10