Pneumonic systems

[Chris_Ely]

Originally Posted by DonRotolo

And nothing is more dangerous than using the wrong materials in a Pneumatic system. be absolutely certain that all components are rated for AIR pressure.

The problem is that when an air system component breaks, there is a huge amount of pressurized air that propels the fragments in a dangerous manner.

Hydraulic systems are not nearly as dangerous, because the pressure drops to zero almost instantly (since liquids are not compressible). Not so with air.

So please be careful.

To expand on this, PVC is not rated for air pressure.

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Tip for using push-to-connect fittings: cut the ends of the tubing straight, and push the tubing into the fitting all of the way.