We need to order more of these for our pneumatic rotary actuators can anyone tell us where we can figure out who sells them
FIRST supplied a list of all the pneumatic parts. You should be able to find out who made it and then search their site to find a seller.
You should be able to get an equivalent part from your local Swagelock or Parker distributor. Just make sure you verify the NPT fitting sizes on the BOM.
The rotary cylinder is a Bimba Pneu-Turn Model PT-017090 (or PT-017090–M if you ordered “magnetic”).
This part number translates to:
– PT = “Pneu-Turn” line (rotary cylinder)
– 017 = 3/4" bore
– 090 = 90 degree rotation
– M (if added at the end) = Magnetic option
The thread on the ends of this cylinder is #10-32UNF. IMHO, what you*** really*** want is a #10-32UNF Push-On connector, so you can go straight to the tubing…
SMC makes them. See the “kq2.pdf” on either the FIRST website (or SMC’s, at:
http://www.smcetech.com/CC_catalogs/smc/pdf/KQ2_Inch.pdf)
Check with your local SMC dealer to be sure, but if I read this doc correctly, I think the part number would be one of:
- Straight connection = KQH07-32 (or KQH07-32S with sealant pre-applied)
- 90deg Elbow style = KQL07-32 (or KQL07-32S with sealant pre-applied)
To find your local SMC dealer, go to: http://smcusa.com/ Enter your state in the “Support Center” box on the left menu, and you’ll get the local SMC stocking distributor list. Call them, ask their FAE to verify that part number, and check stock for it. IF they have it, I’d recommend getting one with the sealant pre-applied. That thread is SMALL, and it’s tough to use the teflon tape on it without risking getting some in the cylinder!
I hope this helps! (If so, feel free to add to my rep. Thanks!) 
Please let me know how this works out! (And if they suggest a different SMC part number, please forward that back to me as well. Thanks!)
- Keith Mc.
Chief Engineer 1502 “Technical Difficulties”