Pneumatic pin (needle) cylinders are compact (space saving) mechanical devices that transform compressed air power into linear forces to drive a mechanical motion. A cylinder consists of a piston, rod and plunger surrounded by a cylindrical bore.
These cylinders occupy less space than other pneumatic cylinders because components like switches can be mounted onto them via panel (on top of device) or embedded mounting (inside device).
Their bodies are made of brass and the rods are constructed of stainless steel for extra durability. They do not require additional lubrication which makes them relatively maintenance free.
What are pneumatic pin cylinders used for?
Pin cylinders are used for precision parts assembling in tight spaces. For example during automated soldering activities where components to be joined (soldered) are located behind panel enclosures and can only be accessed through tiny openings.
Types of pneumatic pin cylinders
Single acting means there is one port from where the compressed air flows to push the rod out. The rod is then retracted with a spring mechanism.
Double acting means there are two ports from which compressed air can flow out and back in to push and retract the rod.
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The MHF two finger pneumatic gripper compact design
reduces bending moment, improves positional accuracy and saves space. Its double piston gripper construction provides a powerful griping force while remain compact and mounting flexibility is achieved by removing the need for ...
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High gripping force. Standard magnetic sensing. High accuracy
mounting. Integral guide construction. Repeat accuracy. Abrasion-resistant fingers. Operating temperature -10°C → 60°COperating Pressure range for 10 mm bore 2 → 7 bar. Operating Pressure range for 16 → 25 mm bore ...
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SMC CQM Compact Guided/Guide Rod cylinders can accommodate
direct loads, offer a lateral load resistance that is two to four times greater than SMC series CQ cylinders, and include mounting points that are compatible with SMC CQS and CQ2 series ...
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SMC Dual-Rod Cylinders with slide bearings (CXSM type)
or ball bearing slides (CXSL type), suitable for 'pick-and-place' applications, operating with non-lubricated, filtered, compressed air. Dual-Rod Cylinders feature high non-rotational accuracy, dual port locations, and standard magnetic sensing and buffer ...
