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Re: info on pneumatics
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lugnet.technic
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Tue, 16 Nov 1999 10:32:07 GMT
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In lugnet.technic, Mike McFarlane writes:
> Hi All
> I have just ordered some pneumatic cylinders and pumps from Lego Service, but
> they did not have any tubing or accumulators/air tanks (at least December, and
> when I phoned in October I was told November.)
> Has anybody any alternative sources in the UK where I could order tubing and
> air tanks? If not I thought about having a scout around some DIY shops etc to
> try and find tubing, else using the sheath/cover from electrical wires. I
> thought I might be able to make an air tank out of a 35mm camera film
> container using some of the rigid 2mm tubing that is supplied in the RIS to
> make the air connections, and some 8 stud plates glued on top and bottom for
> fixing to my models. Does anyone know if there is a one way valve in the air
> tank on the inlet or does the air just pass straight through? Does anyone have
> any better ideas for making your own parts?
> Thanks
> Mike McFarlane
Greetings.
Somehow I don't have full confidence that a 35mm film can would be able to
withstand 40psi on a constant basis, i.e. fill, drain, fill and so on. If you
manage to make it work be sure to post some pics and info - I wanna see it. :)
Anyone looking for plenty of pro-grade pneumatic stuff including pumps,
valves, cylinders, and hose, should check out
http://www.clippard.com
They manufacture the stuff. Lots of it. Last time I was at their site, I found
downloadable .pdf catalogues, and on phoning them I got the number of a local
supplier.
I never did actually get around to ordering from them, as the project I was
investigating for kinda died on the drawing board, but the salesman I spoke to
at the time seemed friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
At the time I even found a source for C02 regulators, to bring the pressure
down to a usable 40-50psi from the astronomical pressures those wee canisters
contain. I've forgotten the url and company name, but if anyone's interested
I'm sure I can dig it up.
My 3 cents. :)
K.M.
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