Pneumatics
Technical answers to your pneumatic questions.
Air Cylinders
- What is the theoretical output of the cylinder?
- What do the horizontal lines on the cylinder stroke chart on the CAD data mean?
- Is it possible to operate 2 (or more) cylinders simultaneously?
- What is the difference between a magnet type rodless cylinder and a mecha-joint type rodless cylinde
- What is the function of the cushion valve on air cylinders?
- Is the seal set for the CA1 cylinder available?
- What is the difference between the CA1 cylinder and CA2 cylinder?
- CA2B80-50Z does not have a magnet on its piston. Does this mean it is impossible to use auto switches?
- Are there any double clevis fittings for the CQ2D20-25DM?
- We are going to replace CDQ2B50-30DC-A73 during maintenance. What should we do to attach a D-A73 aut?
- Why is a switch not included with the CDQ2B20-10DZ-M9B?
- We want to replace the seals. What is the part no. of seal kit for CQ2B50-30DC?
- We would like to replace CDQ2B32-30D during maintenance. What is the part no. of the current product?
- Is a procedure available to replace the dust seal band of the MY* series?
- How do you configure a circuit in order to achieve intermediate stops of the mechanically jointed ty?
- What are the differences between the MY series?
- Have the CY1B and CY1S already completed a model change?
- Why does the carriage of the CY1S product operate completely to one end of the stroke, but at the ot?
- SMC Air Slide Table MXW
- SMC CXS Sizing
Air Dryers
Auto drain
Auto Switches
- Should I use a 2 or 3 wire type solid state auto switch?
- What is the current model type of the old type D-F9B auto switch?
- We would like to purchase an auto-switch only for the CDQ2B32-30DMZ-M9BW cylinder. Which auto-switch
- There is a product number on the D-M9B auto-switch part and after this there is 3 alphabetical letters
- Please tell me the auto switch operating range
- What is the difference between the standard product and the improved water resistance auto switch?
- What is the difference between reed and solid state auto-switches?
- Please tell me the auto switch wiring method.
- I would like to mount an auto switch to a cylinder with a built-in magnet. Where in the catalogue ar
- Where is the cylinder auto-switch in the WEB catalogue? This is to confirm the auto-switch specific
- Switch for SMC CXS
- D-M9 hardware
- 120VAC auto switches
Boosters
- We would like to replace old type VBA booster regulators with new replacement models.
- What is the construction of booster regulator (valve) ?
- Can the maintenance kit for VBA4100 supplied?
- We are increasing the pressure to drive a cylinder by using VBA20A. Is it possible to secure 0.8MPa
- Air leakage can occur constantly either from (1) the silencer or (2) the lower part of the handle of
- Haskel AGD-1.5-28881
Chemical Liquid Valves (Fluoropolymer Equipment)
- Can I press fit an inch size tubing with a specialized tool of the LQ1 series?
- Is a specialized jig required when piping a LQ1 or LQ3 product?
- I bought an insertion tool for the high-purity fluoropolymer fitting. Could I have any information?
- Is there any restriction on the mounting orientation of the LVA, LVC, and LVD products? I would like
- A resin material is used for the female threaded part of the resin body types PPS and PFA in the LVA
- What is the suck back valve in the LVC23 series?
Electric Actuators
- I tried to change the direction of the return to origin with the controller LECP6, but the direction
- Regarding actuators with locks, is the 24VDC for releasing the lock required during normal operation
- I have a controller setting software only. Can I connect the controller to my PC if using a commercial
- Could you tell me how to select the positioning operation or the pushing operation when entering the
- According to the instruction manual of LECP6, the power is separated into the control power and moto
- How can I stop electric actuators with the controller LECA6?
- When the power supply is turned on again with the control power supply ON after returning to origin,
- How can step data numbers be input from the PLC?
- Is it possible to switch to the another step data operation during positioning operation without sto
- Is it possible to change the return to origin direction for LECP1 controller?
- I cannot manually move the slide table of an actuator with a controller unconnected. Is there a way
- In step motor type LE series, if the position of a slider such as the table is displaced with extern
- Can the controller configuration software (LEC-W2) be downloaded from the homepage?
- Is it necessary to wire IN0 to IN3 inputs fully for the LECP1?
- Is it possible to detect the size of work pieces by pushing force mode of the LECP6? Is it all right
- Is there a homing sensor built into the LE series?
- Are there any actuator cables other than robot cables?
- Arrival time abnormal' (1-149) is generated during thrust operation. What is the reason?
- When SVON signal is turned ON after applying power to the LECA6 controller, the actuator moved about
- What is the cable bending radius?
- When the actuator is mounted vertically, will the table (rod) drop by its own weight?
- We are going to change our actuators to those with a different size and stroke.
- Is there any problem if we want to mount LEF series actuator horizontally on the ceiling ?
- When driving a step motor type actuator, will a dedicated controller be required?
- How is the lock controlled in electric actuators with lock?
- How does the electrical actuators thrust type return to origin work?
- What is thrust operation?
- What is an area (output) signal?
- When using the LECP6 and LEFS units, are sensors required for the return to the origin?
- Is it possible to switch to the next operation during positioning operation without stopping when using?
- UL Number for SMC JXC918
Fieldbus System/Serial Transmission System
Fittings
- Is there a black body available in new KQ2 series?
- Is it possible to connect metal tubing (SUS, copper tubing, etc.) to one-touch fittings?
- Is it possible to use KQ2 series with water as fluid?
- What is the difference between the existing KQ2 series and refreshed KQ2 series?
- What is the difference between KQ2H06-01AS and KQ2H06-01NS?
- KJ series has been integrated into the new KQ2 series. What are the existing model no. of KJL04-M3 a
- What is the tightening torque of the connection thread for KQ2 series one-touch fittings?
- Is it possible to rotate the body of KQ2L and KQ2Twhere tubing is inserted after tightening the conn
- If the PF2A721 is in window comparator mode, and the hysteresis is 3 digits what flow rate is this e
- SMC Stem Mufflers
Flow Switches
- Are there any instructions of setting PF2A, PF2W, and PF2D avilable?
- How should we carry out wiring when using PF2A7 series just to check the flow rate display?
- What is the diameter of straight piping of IN side?
- Do you have detailed data concerning the flow rate and temperature setting for the PF3W series?
- I am currently selecting an integrated display type of the PF3W series. Can the PF3W7 series only pr?
- I wish to select a flow sensor. Is there an easy selection method?
- What is the order of accuracy of the PFMB7 series?
- If the PF2A721 is in window comparator mode, and the hysteresis is 3 digits what flow rate is this?
How To's
Installation Instructions
- Clippard EGV Valve Instructions
- Clippard PB-22 Adapter Installation Instructions
- MME Installation Instructions
- Modular IO Circuit Assembly
- Clippard UC-0848 Cylinder Mounting Bracket Instructions
- Direct Acting Valve Installation
- Clippard PB-30 Adapter Installation Instructions
- Clippard Heavy-Duty Limit Valves Instructions
Modular F.R.L.
- How can we replace the case assembly of the modular F.R.L units?
- What is the part No. of the filter element of the AF unit for the AC modular units?
- How can we order the cross spacer, piping adapter and pressure switch with piping adapter as an atta?
- Is there any limitation of the mounting orientation of the AC modular units?
- During the model selection of the AC modular units, how should we determine if the lubricator is nec
- Could you tell me when the AR regulator series was redesigned and released?
- Is there interchangeability if we want to replace a part of the 2-digit conventional modular units w
- We would like to replace a regulator of AC 10-60 unit during the maintenance. We want to mount the n
- Can I attach elements of the old AF and AFM products to the new products?
- Do you have a non-grease type or oil-free type for the AR regulator?
- Could you tell me when the AF filter series was redesigned and released ?
- SMC NAR1000
- SMC filter replacement bowl
Pressure Switches
- How should ISE30A be used only to indicate numerical values?
- What is the display resolution in ISE30A? What is the display resolution in ZSE30A(F)?
- What is the sampling cycle for the digital display?
- How can I stop displaying Hi and figure alternately?
- Is calibration for the pressure switch available?
- Is a pressure switch with an IP65 enclosure available?
- When using the ZSE80 only for confirmation of pressure, is there any way to prevent the OUT1 and OUT?
- What is the auto shift function for ZSE80?
- Is there any rule for the hysteresis setting?
- What is 1 digit?
- Is pressure switch with the absolute standard available?
- Vacuum pressure switch, ZSE series can reach out of the applicable pressure due to vacuum break (pur)
Regulators
- What is the bleed of precision regulator IR?
- Is it possible to install an IR series product between the cylinder and the solenoid valve?
- How can the AF40-03-A and AFM40-03-A modularly connect with an IR3000-03-A (or IR3200-03-A)?
- Does ITV have a gauge port?
- Can we install an ITV unit between a cylinder and solenoid valve?
- Is a cable connector enclosed with the CC-Link and DeviceNet ITV?
- Which (ITV2000 or 3000) does SMC recommend if we want to deliver pre-set pressure only?
- What is the minimum outlet pressure resolution of ITV2010?
Rotary Actuators
- Can we stop the rotation by using the (closed center) valve?
- Do you have model selection software for the rotary actuators?
- What is the backlash of the rotary actuator (rack and pinion type)?
- We cannot rotate the CDRB2BWU series by hand or even if we are applying pressure. What is the problem?
- Can we replace the packing of CRB, rotary actuator vane type as internal leakage is increasing.
Solenoid Valve
- Why does a 5 port solenoid valve not work correctly with low pressure (0.1 MPa)?
- What are the differences between metal and rubber seals fitted to valves?
- Is the SYJ series interchangeable with the VJ series?
- What is the difference between the conventional SY series and the new SY series?
- When connecting SY solenoid valves to DC voltage, are the connections polarity sensitive?
- What is the O.D of the outer sheath and the cross section of the conductor for the lead wire of the solenoid valves?
- We use SY5120-1G-C6 but we began to notice air leakage from the EA port. It has been used for 5 years.
- Regarding SY series DIN terminals, what is the difference between D and Y?
- In the code VF3130-1G1-02, what is the meaning of the 1 after the '1G'?
- What changes have been made to VF1000, 3000 and 5000 series after the model changeover?
- What is the part number of the connector assembly for the part number VP542-5MOZ1-03A?
- How should I configure piping of the VT307V series in the vacuum line in order to hold the work piece?
- What does "T" suffix indicate in SMC part number
- Is Ross W1616C2020 a valid part number, or is there a replacement?
- Solenoid coil 481865C2
- SMC VFS cordsets
- Normally Open Valve
- SMC Legacy SY Series
- SY100 crimping tool
Temperature Control Equipment
- In what section of the operation manual of the HRS series are there details of serial communication?
- Is the D-sub connector for communication with the main body of the HRS series male or female? Also, what size are the fixing screws?
- Is it possible to adjust the circulating fluid discharge flow when using the HRS series?
- Can I directly flow fluid whose temperature I wish to control (e.g. cutting oil, seawater, etc.) from?
- What is the recommended capacity of the earth leakage breaker to be installed when using a HRS series?
- Is it possible to control the temperature with the HRS series, using tap water in an open type exterior?
- SMC Chiller Service
Vacuum Equipment
- How often should the vacuum pads be replaced?
- What are the selection criteria for ejectors?
- Is there a compact ejector unit which could be placed on moving parts?
- Is there an ejector suitable for dust recovery?
- Are there any product with the set screw piping in IRV series?
- Is it possible to mount a KQ2 product to the point where the gauge of IRV should be mounted?
- I want to know how to wire the supply valve and the release valve of the ZK2 series.
- In the case of a ZK2 series product with energy saving function, how can I turn ON the suction command?
- I want to know how to set a vacuum pressure switch on a ZK2 series product.
- I want to know the details of control of the ZK2 series ejector with energy saving function.
- Is there is way of canceling the energy saving function of the ZK2 series ejector with energy saving control function?
Photoelectric Sensors
- By what principle is the distance-setting Photoelectric Sensor detected?
- Is there a method of simply checking the trouble of a Photoelectric Sensor?
- What are findings when a Photoelectric Sensor is selected?
- What is a Photoelectric Sensor?
- What is the difference of NPN transistor output and PNP transistor output of the sensor?
- Is the serial connection possible in a Photoelectric Sensor?
- Can a Photoelectric Sensor with an Optical Fiber be used in an explosion-proof area?
- What does the reversing polarity of power supply cause?
- What is adjusted in the sensitivity setting of a Photoelectric Sensor?
- What are the methods of mutual interference prevention in through-beam photoelectric sensors?
- What happens when direct sunlight strikes to the lens of the receiver?
- By what principle is the limited reflective Photoelectric Sensor detected?
- The Reflector is fogged up. Is there any way to improve the situation?
- Can a Photoelectric Sensor be used in outdoor?
- How is the UL standard of the sensor of the DC power system treated?
- Is it acceptable to wipe off dirt from the lens surface of Photoelectric Sensors with alcohol?
- What are the differences between E39-R1 Reflectors and E39-R1S Reflectors?
- What role does the Slit play for Through-beam Photoelectric Sensors and how is it used?
- Which hole of the Amplifier Unit can the Through-beam Fiber Unit be inserted into?
- To use the light of a Photoelectric Sensor through the hole, how large the hole should be?
- What is "Wavelength of light"?
- When using a Fiber Unit mounted to a movable part, are there models that are less affected by repetition?
- What's the difference between a Reflective Fiber Unit and a Coaxial Reflective Fiber Unit?
- How do the indicators on Photoelectric Sensors operate?
- What is the repeat accuracy for Photoelectric Sensors?
- What is the MSR (Mirror Surface Rejection) function of Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensors?
- Are Photoelectric Sensors that can be used in locations subject to water available?
- Are Photoelectric Sensors that can be used in water available?
- What is the allowable bending radius of coaxial cables or shielded cables for Photoelectric Sensors?
- We use Through-beam Photoelectric Sensors and malfunction occasionally occurs. What is the cause?
- What are the differences between E39-R1 General-purpose Reflectors and E39-R1K Reflectors with anti-fog?
- Are heat-resistant Photoelectric Sensors available?
- We detect shiny objects using Retroreflective Sensors with the MSR (Mirror Surface Rejection) function
Process Valves
- What is the operating pressure differential of a 2 port valve?
- Does the body have any indication for showing direction of flow in VX?
- Is it possible to adopt C37 or SUS body when New VX2 is used for air?
- What is the polarity to wire the VX product (2 port solenoid) at DC24V?
- Is it possible to use VX3 product with 3 port valve as a divider valve?
- Where in the SMC website is catalog for discontinued 2 port valves located?
- I want to select a 2 port valve. Is there any data available for selecting an appropriate valve?
- What is the power consumption of the new VX2, VXD and VXZ series?
- What are the part numbers of the new VX2, VXD and VXZ series with bracket?
- I purchased a VX230GA and installed it in order to use it for an air blow, but air did not come out.
- Can I install a bracket on the new VX2, VXD or VXZ series after purchasing it?
- Please tell me how to wire the new VX2, VXD and VXZ series.
- I would like to change the electrical entry direction of the new VX2, VXD and VXZ series.
Valve Clamps and Accessories
Pumps
- What is the proper sequence in which to bleed my brakes when using the Mityvac pump for vacuum brake?
- Why is it important to remove all air from the cooling system?
- How does the air get trapped inside the engine?
- How do you remove the air that is trapped in the upper portion of the engine?
- Air never hurt my old vehicle. How can it hurt my new one?
- Can I use my Mityvac with gasoline?