Facilities can have the most powerful air compressors, but they won't perform too well without a dependable pneumatic actuator set. A pneumatic actuator translates air compressor strength to a useful energy source for air compressor accessories. You'll want to find the perfect pneumatic actuator for your existing equipment, and here are four easy steps to do this.
Daily Application
Estimate the air compressor and accessories' daily performance requirements. Then, set a threshold, which will become your optimal daily application floor and ceiling. In doing so, you can select the right features that directly affect performance, such as power source, temperature range, duty cycle, stalling, torque-to-weight ratio, and more.
The Right Aspects
Your pneumatic actuators should have the right sizing data for your needs. These include the proper valve torque, sizing safety, operating temperature range, and more. Plus, you'll want to choose the right pilot valve from the following:
Double-acting actuator
Spring-return actuator
Remote mount
Local mount
Direct mount
Limit switches and positioners play a crucial role in all actuator's performance. You can always consult with manufacturers to find the perfect actuator aspects suitable for your operations to shorten this process.
Equipment Compatibility
Before finalizing your purchasing decision, make it a point to check equipment compatibility. Truthfully, you can use this as a first step in this list. If the actuators cannot work properly with your existing setup, you can't use the ideal aspects you've listed above. Fortunately, reliable manufacturers and distributors can help you test an actuator's compatibility quickly.
Top-Tier Manufacturer
It's easy to find a top-notch manufacturer if you're working with a dependable distributor. With these distributors, you can quickly find the best manufacturers that have brought satisfying results for their client businesses.
You Won't Have to Worry About the Last Part
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