Some Key Functions of a Pneumatic Actuator

All Torque Control
2 min readApr 4, 2017

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Pneumatic Actuators

Buying a pneumatic actuator Thailand can be a problem for someone who hasn’t tried his hands on purchasing one before. While it’s not a no-brainer, it’s not really rocket science either. There is nothing that a little reading cannot help understand. If you are out and about trying to buy a pneumatic actuator, know the key function before you pick one. Every actuator must have these features. Let’s take a look what it actually does:

Pneumatic Actuators in Malaysia

· The first function of a pneumatic actuator is that it moves the disc, plug, ball or any other kind of valve closure involved to the required position. The function however doesn’t end at pushing the cork to its place against incoming force, but to also fit it in its place. The thrust is appropriated for the push with the help of controls that also determine the direction of the movement.

· Next in line is holding of the value. An actuator holds the closure in its right place. Now, you must remember the environment in which the system works. It acts against extreme fluid pressure. The function of an actuator is to spin out a dynamic torque that is able to counter the fluid or spring power and hold the cork in place against such pressure.

· The third part of the work is to settle the valve closure in its place in the way of fitting it. In case of a ball valve Malaysia, the operation is different. The value needs to be shut off and that is what it does in the third stage of its function. For butterfly valves, it fully seats in place when the disc is pushed in place.

· Lastly, a failure mode is activated in an event of failure. The actuator, depending on its kind enables an open or closed mode.

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