Thread: Full speed one direction, slow the other.
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Re: Full speed one direction, slow the other.
There are 3 types of flow metering fittings available. Intake, exhaust, and bi-directional. The first 2 incorporate check valves that allow full flow in one direction and adjustable flow in the other. Using the exhaust valves on the opposite end allows the cylinder to act as a air cushion both slowing the movement and preventing it from slamming at the end of travel. The ones we have are stamped with flow arrows with a large arrow showing which direction the flow is unmetered and a small arrow showing which direction the flow is metered.
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