Pneumatics Part # restrictions

[Kat Kononov]

does anyone know if we have to use a clevis? or can we have on built in to our robot?

<R92> Pneumatic components supplied in the Kit Of Parts (compressor, regulators, pressure switches, cylinders, valves, fittings, tubing, etc.) can not be modified except as follows:
• The tubing may be cut.
• The wiring for the valves and pressure switch may be modified as necessary to interface with the control system.
• Mounting and connecting pneumatics components using the pre-existing threads, mounting brackets, etc., is not considered a modification of the components. Removing the pin from the rear of an air cylinder is allowed as long as the cylinder itself is not modified.
Do not, for example, file, machine, or abrasively remove any part of an air cylinder. Consider pneumatic components sacred. They must remain in “out of the shipping box” condition.

I think this is the rule associated with your question. It doesn't say that you have to use the clevis. You can mount the cylinders using the threads that are on them, or example.