Pneumatics
If the liquid-filled cylinder of a hydraulic system is replaced by an air-filled cylinder, the air will compress before transferring pressure to the second piston.
Pneumatic systems are cheaper than hydraulic, move faster and don’t leak fluid, and as such they are also more environmentally friendly. Uses lower pressure and requires less maintenance than hydraulic systems, so has a longer lifespan.
Best uses are in small scale items, such as :
· robots
· Air brakes and remotely operated doors on buses, trucks and trains
· Air tools and compressors
· Air engines
· Tyres
· Air guns
· Office furniture
Pneumatic systems are cheaper than hydraulic, move faster and don’t leak fluid, and as such they are also more environmentally friendly. Uses lower pressure and requires less maintenance than hydraulic systems, so has a longer lifespan.
Best uses are in small scale items, such as :
· robots
· Air brakes and remotely operated doors on buses, trucks and trains
· Air tools and compressors
· Air engines
· Tyres
· Air guns
· Office furniture