Thread: How to use suction, piab p2010
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Re: How to use suction, piab p2010
It's called a Venturi device and works by keeping a constant low flow of air going through it whenever you need suction.
The volume of air required isn't too great, but you wouldn't be able to use dozens of them at once.
Plan on having your compressor run while you use it.
The Venturi device needs to be very close to the suction cup to get/release suction quickly.

It works pretty well for light objects if you can get a good seal around the suction cup (no more than 14.7 psi of force with a perfect fit).
The Venturi device has been given to us in the KOP in earlier FRC years.
The issue has usually been getting the right, properly fitting suction cup for the task, and using it on smooth light objects.
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