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Technical answers to your pneumatic questions.

Air Cylinders

SMC Air Slide Table MXW

SMC CXS Sizing

Air Dryers

SMC Membrane Dryer replacement

Auto Switches

Switch for SMC CXS

D-M9 hardware

120VAC auto switches

Boosters

Haskel AGD-1.5-28881

Electric Actuators

UL Number for SMC JXC918

Fieldbus System/Serial Transmission System

I'm having trouble communicating with an SMC EX500-GEN2 (Ethernet I/P) Gateway Module., Is there any technical information available besides the product datasheet?

Fittings

SMC Stem Mufflers

Modular F.R.L.

SMC NAR1000

SMC filter replacement bowl

Pressure Switches

How should ISE30A be used only to indicate numerical values?

Is calibration for the pressure switch available?

What is the sampling cycle for the digital display?

How can I stop displaying Hi and figure alternately?

Is a pressure switch with an IP65 enclosure available?

Is there any rule for the hysteresis setting?

What is the auto shift function for ZSE80?

When using the ZSE80 only for confirmation of pressure, is there any way to prevent the OUT1 and OUT?

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)

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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?

Is a cable connector enclosed with the CC-Link and DeviceNet ITV?

Can we install an ITV unit between a cylinder and solenoid valve?

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?

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Rotary Actuators

Do you have model selection software for the rotary actuators?

Can we stop the rotation by using the (closed center) valve?

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.

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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?

Regarding SY series DIN terminals, what is the difference between D and Y?

We use SY5120-1G-C6 but we began to notice air leakage from the EA port. It has been used for 5 years.

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?

Is Ross W1616C2020 a valid part number, or is there a replacement?

What does "T" suffix indicate in SMC part number

Solenoid coil 481865C2

SMC Legacy SY Series

SMC VFS cordsets

Normally Open Valve

SY100 crimping tool

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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?

What is the recommended capacity of the earth leakage breaker to be installed when using a HRS series?

Can I directly flow fluid whose temperature I wish to control (e.g. cutting oil, seawater, etc.) from?

Is it possible to control the temperature with the HRS series, using tap water in an open type exterior?

SMC Chiller Service

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Vacuum Equipment

What are the selection criteria for ejectors?

How often should the vacuum pads be replaced?

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?

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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 does the reversing polarity of power supply cause?

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 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?

Can a Photoelectric Sensor be used in outdoor?

How is the UL standard of the sensor of the DC power system treated?

The Reflector is fogged up. Is there any way to improve the situation?

What are the differences between E39-R1 Reflectors and E39-R1S Reflectors?

Is it acceptable to wipe off dirt from the lens surface of Photoelectric Sensors with alcohol?

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?

We detect shiny objects using Retroreflective Sensors with the MSR (Mirror Surface Rejection) function

Are heat-resistant Photoelectric Sensors available?

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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?

I purchased a VX230GA and installed it in order to use it for an air blow, but air did not come out.

What are the part numbers of the new VX2, VXD and VXZ series with bracket?

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.

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Valve Clamps and Accessories

Are there other HYDAC Accessory products available other than what is shown in the catalog or website?

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?

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Safety Valves

What type of switch output is included on SMC Residual Pressure Release Valve VP544-5DZ1-03N-M-X538 ?

Ross Controls valve repair kit for 3573A5148

SMC Safety Valve solenoid replacement

Ross Controls Safe Return Valves

SMC VP544 DIN form

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Tubing

SMC tubing model numbers