1. Vacuum Retention for Robotic Pick-and-Place Safety
Integration into the suction line of a vacuum gripper system to maintain negative pressure in the event of vacuum generator failure. The valve is installed inline between the vacuum ejector and the suction cup.
Problem SolvedPrevents dropped workpieces and potential machinery damage during sudden power loss or air supply interruption by blocking atmospheric air from backfilling the vacuum line, effectively trapping the vacuum at the cup.
Vacuum range -1 barQS-6 push-in connectionNon-return functionFlow rate 282 l/min
2. Unidirectional Charging of Emergency Failsafe Reservoirs
Used in the supply line of a local air accumulation tank dedicated to safety-critical actuators (e.g., vertical lifting cylinders). The valve allows the main line to charge the tank but prevents depressurization if the main supply line vents.
Problem SolvedEnsures a vertical actuator has sufficient stored energy to return to a safe 'home' position during a total plant air pressure loss, preventing gravity-driven drops that could injure operators or damage tooling.
Operating pressure up to 10 barOpening pressure 0.1 barAnodised aluminium housingInline installation
3. Pressure Maintenance in Multi-Actuator Clamping Circuits
Installation at the inlet of pneumatic clamps in a machine with fluctuating air consumption. The valve isolates the clamp's pressure chamber from the main manifold, ensuring it remains pressurized even if the manifold pressure dips due to high-flow demands elsewhere.
Problem SolvedEliminates 'cylinder jitter' or accidental release of clamped parts caused by momentary pressure drops in shared pneumatic distribution lines, ensuring consistent holding force during machining operations.
Min. closing pressure 0.2 barStandard nominal flow 282 l/minQS-6 pneumatic connectionAmbient temp 0-60°C
