Unit 2: Pneumatic System Components (10 Hours)

• 2.1 Compressors

  • Types of compressors: Piston, rotary, and screw compressors.

  • How to choose the right compressor for your application.

  • Preventative maintenance techniques for compressors.

• 2.2 Air Treatment

  • Air Filters: Types, functions, and roles in system efficiency.

  • Dryers: Types of air dryers and their importance in moisture removal.

  • Lubricators: Maintaining lubrication for system longevity.

• 2.3 Actuators

  • Pneumatic cylinders: Single-acting and double-acting cylinders.

  • Air motors: Principles of operation and applications.

  • Basic calculations for force and velocity of actuators.

• 2.4 Valves

  • Types of valves: Directional, flow control, and pressure relief.

  • Actuation types: Manual, electrical, and pneumatic actuation.

  • Symbol recognition and interpretation in pneumatic schematics.