Different Types of Pneumatic Tools and Their Working Mechanism
The field that deals with the applications and tools that are based on pressurised gases or air are called pneumatics. These pneumatic tools, machines, and systems vary from their hydraulic and electric counterparts with regard to their respective driving forces. While hydraulic tools work on pressurised liquids and electrical tools using electricity, pneumatic tools deal with compressed air or gas.
Popular examples of pneumatic tools include air rams, cylinders, grinder, nail gun, and screw guns that are widely utilised in domestic and industrial applications. The reason why they are commonly used is due to their ease of use and safety features.
Given that stored air or gases have potential energy that can be converted into kinetic energy once they are compressed, they can expand, forcing the piston to move. The great force of the pressurised gases is what forms the basis of pneumatic tools.
Let’s discuss the different types of tools that are based on air pressure and their working mechanism.
Air guns
One of the tools that are popular for nailing and using screws at high speeds is air guns. They are used in building construction, carpentry, and woodworking. Pneumatic screw guns are for fast feeding screws. Know that the earliest forms of nail guns were solely based on the utilisation of air pressure.
Pneumatic cylinders
There are different types of pneumatic cylinders. Double acting cylinder, rodless air cylinder, rotary air cylinder, and single-acting cylinder just to name a few. Such pneumatic tools are preferred by many for many reasons. One is that they are environment-friendly. Second is that they eliminate noise and the need to store liquids during operation.
Pneumatic sprayers
Pneumatic sprayers are tools used in coating large surfaces with paint within a short period of time. Their working mechanism is similar to pneumatic guns.
Pneumatic actuators
These tools come with parts like pneumatic cylinders, pistons, and valves that are used in applications such as in chemical and oil refining industries.
Other tools like pneumatic air rams, drills, grinders, sanders, and wrenches are also popular in specific applications. Today, there are improved versions of pneumatic tools to facilitate specific needs of domestic and industrial users. They are being traded across the globe through online business e-commerce sites and business directories.
If you want to learn more about pneumatic tools and their corresponding uses in detail, contact Mastermac2000.com.au today!
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Stuart Havill
Stuart Havill is the owner and manager of MasterMac2000, Queensland's largest privately owned pneumatic and process valve company.
With his early working career as a maintenance fitter for Boral in 1992, Stuart has spent his life in the field of pneumatics and process equipment. He gained extensive experience in plant design, maintenance, repairs, fabrication, and site management.
In 1996, he transitioned to a pneumatic sales technician role at MasterMac2000, where he excelled in key account management, providing cost-effective solutions, and managing a sales team of 9 employees.
Since 2002, Stuart has been the manager at MasterMac2000, overseeing the company's growth and establishing it as a leader in pneumatic automation and process valve engineering. His expertise spans customer training, CRM setup, industrial compressor sizing and installation, and turn-key project management.
Under Stuart's leadership, MasterMac2000 has been servicing the industry since 1988, with 5 full-time sales representatives covering northern rivers NSW, Queensland, Northern Territory, and PNG. The company prides itself on providing the best-priced solutions to all customers in the marketplace.
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