Pneumatically Actuated Valves Questions
Actuator Malfunction
- Pneumatically Actuated Valves
- The valve does not operate. (C Series, B Series Pneumatic Actuators)
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The supply pressure to the actuator may not be achieved.
Check the source of supply pressure, such as an air compressor, to see if it is working normally or if its capacity is sufficient.
Also, check the piping between the source of supply pressure and the actuator to see if it is not clogged, damaged, or frozen.
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- Pneumatically Actuated Valves
- The operation of the BS/BSW actuator is slow.
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The air supply port of the actuator is clogged.
Or, air in the cylinder may not be exhausted sufficiently because the cap of the intake and exhaust port is still attached.
If the cap is still attached, air may be leaked from the actuator body. Therefore, be sure to remove the cap of the intake and exhaust port before operation.
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