Thread: Pressure optimization
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Unread 28-01-2008, 21:32
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Re: Pressure optimization
Some things to think about:

If you are using a 2" bore cylinder that means 60 psi is acting on 3.14 square inches giving you about 180 lbs. of force in the extend direction. Reducing the working pressure will certainly reduce the force. To get to 40 lbs. you would need to dial the regulator down to around 13 psi. However keep in mind that the less force you have, the slower you will go. Given a constant mass if force decreases, so does acceleration (F = ma). Whatever solenoid valve you use will not effect this. Also keep in mind that with 36" of 2" cylinder, you will use all of your stored air very quickly (assuming full travel).
Last edited by TubaMorg : 28-01-2008 at 21:33. Reason: lbs. != psi