AutomationDirect’s line of NITRA pneumatics now includes rotary actuators and pneumatic object grippers. NITRA rotary actuators are available in four body sizes with or without shock absorbers. All are double acting and have an adjustable travel range from zero to 190 degrees. Anodized aluminum bodies include integral mounting slots for position switches and a durable […]
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ProSense digital pressure gauges from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect’s ProSense DPG1 digital pressure gauges are suitable for industrial and general purpose applications requiring an accurate and reliable device with easy to read digital display. These DPG1 gauges have a 4-digit, 2-in. x 3/4-in. LCD display and 2-button operation. The display can operate in a continuously on mode, or an auto shut-off mode to […]
NITRA current to pneumatic (I/P) transducers added by AutomationDirect
NITRA NCP series electropneumatic transducers from AutomationDirect convert a 4-20 mA current signal (I) from a PLC or other controller to a linear pneumatic output pressure (P). Used in paper and paper converting, food and drug, petrochemical, HVAC, textile, and energy management industries, NCP Series I/P transducers provide highly reliable and repeatable operation of pneumatic […]
Safe pneumatic system design
Consider the following safety and design choices for control of pneumatic systems in automated equipment. By Pat Phillips • Product Manager, Fluid Power & Mechanical Products at AutomationDirect A safe pneumatic system design starts at the connection to a machine’s air preparation hardware and continues to correctly pairing valves with cylinders. This article reviews the […]
AutomationDirect adds Total Air Preparation (TAP) Units and Ethernet/IP (EIP) modules
AutomationDirect’s line of NITRA pneumatics now includes new Total Air Prep (TAP) units and NITRA Ethernet/IP protocol compact modular valve (CMV series) modules. Both TAP units contain an automatic drain air filter with clogged filter indicator, relieving regulator, lockable shut-off valve, pressure gauge and air dump. Electric models also have an adjustable electric soft start […]
AutomationDirect offers additional NITRA pneumatics solenoid valves series
AutomationDirect’s line of NITRA pneumatics now includes two additional series of valves and manifolds. The BVS-3 series modular solenoid valves are body ported 3-port (3-way) poppet valves available in 2-position, normally open or normally closed configurations with 12 and 24 Vdc, or 120 Vac coils. Starting at $29.00, models are available with an 8-mm Micro […]
AutomationDirect adds compact extruded body cylinders
The NITRA Pneumatics H-Series compact extruded-body cylinders are offered in bore sizes from 12 to 100 mm and stroke lengths from 5 to 100 mm to meet a broad range of limited-space applications. The high-quality cylinder bodies and end caps are constructed of hard anodized extruded aluminum and are factory lubricated for optimum performance and […]
NITRA pneumatic precision regulators available from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect’s line of NITRA pneumatic parts now includes a wide range of pneumatic precision regulators designed for applications such as control and analysis instrumentation, medical equipment actuation, web tensioning, high-grade paint booths and drink process machines. NITRA BR and BFR Series Regulators are designed for use in systems that require clean, accurate instrument air. Starting […]
Additional compact modular valves added to NITRA line
AutomationDirect’s NITRA line of pneumatic products now includes additional compact modular valves which provide versatility and easy assembly. The 24VDC compact modular valves are designed for performance, flexibility and modularity combined with sturdy mechanics. Valves are available with 3-way/2-position, 5-way/2-position and 5-way/3-position configurations with single or double normally-open or normally-open/normally-closed solenoids. Valves are offered with […]
Pneumatics is key for packaging machinery manufacturer
by Todd Dice, General Manager, Ridgeline Machine Design Ridgeline Machine made extensive use of pneumatics when building a low-cost, small-footprint, portable traymaker to replace a manual process for one of their customers. Ridgeline Machine Design (RMD) has more than 40 years of experience as a packaging machinery producer, designing and building custom machinery. The company […]