Pneumatics: The Pneumatic Circuit

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This course is one in a series which provides an excellent introduction to the transfer, control and use of energy contained in compressed and flowing air. Fundamental topics covered in this one in an eight-part series include compressed air power, circuitry, air processing, valves, safety, maintenance and troubleshooting.

The basic function of the pneumatic system is to produce and transmit energy. This course explains the operation of the energy-transferring components and the operation of the air control components, as well as how they affect each other. The course also illustrates the symbols used to represent each component in a graphical circuit diagram. Topics covered include:

-Energy transferring components
-Compressor
-Actuators
-Air control components
-Directional control valves
-Flow control valves
-Regulators
-Tanks and filters
-Pneumatic symbols
-Communicating with pictures
-Pumps, filters and lubricators
-Valves
-Actuators