Pneumatic Cilynder Electric Ultran High Load Slide

Electric Ultran High Load Slide
· Electric Ultran High Load Slides are the first standard electric models from Bimba Manufacturing.
· Provides higher positioning accuracy, smoother operation, and facility for positioning control.
· Perfect for addressing high moment loads, high side loads, and processes that require precision positioning.
· Footprint similar to the Bimba Ultran High Load pneumatic line.
· Available without motors, with DC motors, or with step motors.
· Available in two frames, 09 and 17, fine or coarse.
· Ball and lead screws are also available.

Pneumatic Linear Thrusters Pneu-Moment

Linear Thrusters Pneu-Moment
For smooth, guided motion. A durable housing with guide shafts keeps our Linear Thruster from rotating and allows it to carry higher loads. Choose from two different models. A choice of stroke lengths and a wide variety of catalog options make the Bimba Linear Thrusters easy to use and ready to order.
The Benefits of the Linear Thrusters Pneu-Moment Include:
· Bimba stainless steel body air cylinders for long, reliable life
· Optional magnetic piston for use with Hall Effect or Magnetic Reed Switches
· Optional adjustable cushions for smooth deceleration of load at end of stroke
· Optional internal or external bumpers to absorb shock or adjust stroke
· Easily accessible ports

Pneumatic CADFlat Accessories

CADFlat Accessories
· Clevis Bracket: Anodized aluminum alloy, complete with chrome plated steel pin.
· Trunnion Bracket (pair): Anodized aluminum alloy, complete with bronze pivot bushings.
· Rod Pivot: Zinc plated, high strength, heat treated alloy steel, complete with a bronze pivot bushing and nut.
· Pivot Attachment: Anodized aluminum alloy. Complete with two mounting screws. Not necessary if ordered as part of complete Square Flat-1 cylinder.

Bimba FOP

FOP
· Double-acting, single rod end cylinder that provides three positions with just one cylinder.
· Body — 304 Stainless Steel.
· Heads — Anodized Aluminum Alloy.
· Piston Rod — Ground and Polished 303 Stainless Steel.
· Seals — Buna N (High temperature seals optional).
· Rod Bushing — Oil Impregnated Bronze.
· Pressure Rating — 200 PSI Maximum (Air only).
· Temperature Rating — From -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) Buna N seals with a temperature range of -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) are standard in all Bimba air cylinders.
· Fluoroelastomer seals rated for higher temperature applications are available. If cylinders are operated at temperatures below 0°F (-18°C) for extended time periods, special modifications may be required.
· Special seal materials are available on request! Other positions (4, 5, etc.) are available as specials.

FO2, FO3, FO4

FO2, FO3, FO4
· Double-acting, single end rod cylinders that multiply the force output by supplying air to multiple pistons on extension. They save space and eliminate the need for a higher pressure system. Only one piston is powered on the return stroke, saving air volume and operating costs.
· Body — 304 Stainless Steel.
· Heads — Anodized Aluminum Alloy.
· Piston Rod — Ground and Polished 303 Stainless Steel.
· Seals — Buna N (High temperature seals optional).
· Rod Bushing — Oil Impregnated Bronze.
· Pressure Rating — 100 PSI Maximum (Air only).
· Temperature Rating — From -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) Buna N seals with a temperature range of -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) are standard in all Bimba air cylinders. Fluoroelastomer seals rated for higher temperature applications are available. If cylinders are operated below 0°F (18°C) for extended time periods, special modifications may be required. Special seal materials are available upon request!

Square Flat-II

Square Flat-II
· Square Flat-II nonrotating, double acting cylinder provides the answer to applications where rotation cannot be tolerated.
· Nonrotation is achieved with dual piston rods and a rod end block that insures the rods work in tandem. Eliminates the need for external alignment devices. It also provides a convenient alternative for horizontal and side mounting, with provisions for both bottom flush or face mounting. Centerline distances are minimized, facilitating side-by-side cylinder mounting.
· Body — 304 Stainless Steel.
· Heads — Anodized Aluminum Alloy.
· Piston Rod — Ground and Polished 303 Stainless Steel.
· Piston Seals — Buna N (High temperature seals optional).
· Rod Bushing — Bronze.
· Rod Seals — Buna N Block V (High temperature seals optional).
· Tie Rods — 303 Stainless Steel.
· Rod End Block — Anodized Aluminum Alloy.
· Pressure Rating — 200 PSI Maximum (Air only).
· Temperature Rating — From -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) Buna N seals with a temperature range of -20°F to +150°F (25°C to +65°C) are standard in all Bimba air cylinders. Fluoroelastomer seals rated for higher temperature applications are available. If cylinders are operated below 0°F (-18°C) for extended time periods, special modifications may be required.
· Special seal materials are available upon request!

Flat-II

Flat-II
· Flat-II nonrotating, double-acting cylinder provides the answer to applications where rotation cannot be tolerated and space is at a minimum.
· Nonrotation is achieved with dual piston rods and a rod end block that insures the rods work in tandem. Eliminates the need for external alignment devices, such as guides, rods and alignment posts or pins.
· Body — 304 Stainless Steel
· Heads — Anodized Aluminum Alloy
· Piston Rod — Ground and Polished 303 Stainless Steel
· Piston Seals — Buna N (High Temperature Seals Optional)
· Rod Bushing — Oil Impregnated Bronze
· Rod Seals — Buna N O-ring (High temperature seals optional)
· Rod End Block — Anodized Aluminum Alloy
· Pressure Rating — 200 PSI Maximum (Air only)
· Temperature Rating — From -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) Buna N seals with a temperature range of -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) are standard in all Bimba air cylinders. Fluoroelastomer seals rated for higher temperature applications are available. If cylinders are operated below -0°F (18°C) for extended time periods, special modifications may be required. Special seal materials are available upon request!

Square Flat-1

Square Flat-1
· The convenient alternative for horizontal and side mounting, with provisions for both bottom flush or face mounting. The Square Flat-1 also minimizes the centerline distance when cylinders are mounted side-by-side.
· Body — 304 Stainless Steel
· Heads — Anodized Aluminum Alloy
· Piston Rod — Ground and Polished 303 Stainless Steel
· Seals — Buna N (High temperature seals optional)
· Rod Bushing — Oil Impregnated Bronze
· Tie Rods — 303 Stainless Steel
· Pressure Rating — Bore Sizes 3/4"-2" 200 PSI Maximum (Air only) Bore Sizes 2-1/2"-4" 150 PSI Maximum (Air only)
· Temperature Rating — From -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) Buna N seals with a temperature range of -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) are standard in all Bimba air cylinders. Fluoroelastomer seals rated for higher temperature applications are available. If cylinders are operated below 0° (-18°C) for extended time periods, special modifications may be required. Special seal materials are available upon request. Pivot mount 90° from standard

Flat -1

Flat-1
· Body ± 304 Stainless Steel
· Heads ± Anodized Aluminum Alloy
· Piston Rod ± Ground and Polished 303 Stainless Steel
· Seals ± Buna N (High temperature seals optional)
· Rod Bushing ± Oil Impregnated Bronze
· Spring Forces ± See page 2.9
· Pressure Rating ± 200 PSI Maximum (Air only)
· Temperature Rating ± From -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) Buna N seals with a temperature range of -20°F to +150°F (-25°C to +65°C) are standard in all Bimba air cylinders. Fluoroelastomer seals rated for higher temperature applications are available. If cylinders are operated below 0°F (18°C) for extended time periods, special modifications may be required. Special seal materials are available upon request.

Flat Cylinders

Flat Cylinders
If your application is tight on space, our round, square, non-rotating, dual-power or three position Flat Line cylinders are the answer. These compact and repairable cylinders offer unequaled design, versatility and reliable performance.
Benefits of Flat Cylinders Include:
· 304 stainless steel cylinder body with a mirror finish I.D.
· Stainless steel fights corrosion and scoring from dirt particles
· Longer piston seal life
· Oil impregnated bronze rod bushing is standard in all models
· Ground and polished 303 stainless steel piston rod
· High strength piston to rod connection Precision machined, anodized aluminum alloy heads

selenoid

Speed Control

Speed Controller for Low Speed Operation
Series AS-FM
With One-touch Fittings(Resin Body)

Understanding Pneumatic Schematics

Prinsiple Pneumatic

Prinsiple Pneumatic

Prinsiple Pneumatic

Prinsiple Pneumatic

Cylinder

KIT CYLINDERS
We have included a cylinder from Parker-Hannifin Manufacturing. It is included in the kit for you to get started and understand pneumatics. Hopefully, you will find a use for it on your robot.

TUBING
Freelin-Wade has donated the tubing this year. Coiled tubing was also added this year.

QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS

QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS
SMC Pneumatics donated the quick connect fittings. These are really easy to use. All you have to do is push the tube into the fitting. Make sure you push the tubing all the way into the fitting. To release the tubing, just push on the release button and then pull the tubing out. Don’t attempt to pull the tubing without first pushing the release button. The picture below shows a representative example of these fittings but does not include all the ones in the kit.

Brass Fittings

BRASS FITTINGS
Parker Hannifin donated all the brass fittings. These are useful where you want to plug a port or plumb from one size port to another. It is important to note that all male threads require Teflon tape to seal properly. Wrap the tape around the fitting,leaving the first two threads free of tape This is because the threads are tapered and the tape may come loose from the first thread or so and clog up one of your valves.

PLUG VALVE

PLUG VALVE
Parker Hannifin donated the plug valve. This valve can be used to release all the air in the system.

Flow Control

FLOW CONTROLS
We have flow controls donated by SMC Pneumatics. The purpose of a flow control is to control the speed of the cylinder when it is extending or retracting. Always mount these into the ports of the cylinders before you hook up the tubing.

Warning: Even if flow controls are used or the needle is turned out counter clockwise, the cylinder can extend very quickly. Always stay clear of any cylinder in motion.

Electric Valve

Bosch-Rexroth has also provided us with a single solenoid valve. The fittings allow you to push on the tubing and then tighten down on the tubing with the nut. The pressure port is shown on the top of the valve 6 and marked “P”. Flow comes out the “B” port and switches to the “A” port when the coil is energized. A solenoid connector plug is provided to wire the solenoid. The yellow arm on the opposite side of the valve is the manual override. On this valve you can turn the override on and leave it in that position for testing.Note there is no nut on the “R” port, which is the exhaust port. Please remove the Black nuts which are for metric tubing and use the Gray nuts which are included. If you lose a gray nut, drill ¼” hole in one of the black nuts to use instead.

Electric Valve

ELECTRIC VALVES
SMC has provided two double solenoid valves. If you pulse one of the solenoids to make the cylinder extend, you must then pulse the opposite solenoid to make it retract. Either solenoid may be left in the energized state. This is a great valve to use to maintain position when the power is turned off at the end of the match. If you use a single solenoid valve and the power is turned off, the valve would shift back to its original position and the cylinder will retract. A double solenoid valve will maintain its position until you turn on the opposite solenoid. The orange buttons on the top of the valves are manual
overrides. With a double solenoid valve you can depress the override and the valve will shift and stay in that position. The valve is pilot operated and requires a minimum pressure of 20 psi to work. The valve comes separate from the mounting block and must be assembled to it. There are 2 gaskets included. Use the one with holes for the mounting screws. Always avoid turning on both solenoids at the same time. While this won’t hurt the valve, you cannot be sure which way the spool will shift. There is also a 24vdc double solenoid valve included in the kit as a spare. Should you need to replace one of the 12V solenoid valves, just unscrew the 24V pilot valves from each end of the spare and swap the solenoid bodies. Remount the 12vdc pilot valves. Then remount the solenoid assembly back onto the sub base-mounting block.

REGULATORS

REGULATORS
Norgren has donated the primary pressure regulator. These are relieving regulators. Assume that you extend the cylinder or the apparatus the cylinder is attached to against a wall. Then push against the wall with your robot. That would increase the pressure in the cylinder. The increased pressure will relieve out of the regulator and the cylinder will slowly retract. This regulator has a maximum output pressure of 60psi. This regulator must be placed in-line right after the tanks to limit the pressure to all working circuits to 60psi. It is adjustable and the outlet pressure may be reduced at your discretion. Look at the top of the regulator. You will note that one port extends out a little bit more than the others. It also has an arrow on it to denote the outlet of the regulator. The opposite port is the inlet. A pressure gauge may be placed in either of the other ports. You will have to plug the other gauge port with the enclosed hex plug.

Monnier has donated the secondary regulator, which has a yellow ring around it. This is also a relieving regulator. Its purpose
is to allow you to have a reduced pressure leg, if needed. There is an arrow denoting the direction of flow. The gauge may be
placed in either of the other ports. The Monnier bag provides you with plugs to put into the gauge ports.

Tanks

TANKS
We have two tanks from Clippard Instruments. They should be mounted right after the compressor, before the Norgren primary pressure regulator.

PRESSURE SWITCH

PRESSURE SWITCH
We have included a pressure switch manufactured by The Nason Company. These switches are normally closed. The switches will open at approximately 115psi and will not close again until the pressure drops to approximately 95psi. This will allow you to turn off the compressor once you are up to 115psi, saving power in the battery. It should be wired directly to the robot controller digital input bank with PWM type cable. No specific Digital Input Port is designated for the pressure switch. The Robot Controller must be programmed to react to the Input Port that is connected to the pressure switch The Robot Controller will activate the designated Spike Relay to turn the Compressor “on” and “off”. There is no default program in the Robot Controller to control the Compressor power. Do not put the pressure switch in series with the power supply to the compressor.

Compressor

COMPRESSOR
We have the same compressor provided by Thomas Industries that we’ve had over the last few years. The compressor will put out approximately 120psi before the relief valve opens. Because the compressor can produce a significant amount of vibration, we have included vibration isolation mounts donated by the Lord Corporation. They can be screwed directly into the feet of the compressor as shown on the following picture. In order for these to isolate the vibration, they need to be mounted to a stiff piece of metal such as a 1/4” aluminum plate. The distance between the front feet is 3.5”. The distance from the centerline of these feet to the rear foot is 5.19”. A spike relay should be used to control the power to the compressor using a 20amp breaker, not a fuse. Ensure that the relay is programmed to provide “forward” power only to the compressor. Do not reverse the compressor! Norgren has supplied the pressure relief valve. It is shown installed on the compressor