By Special Effect Supply Corporation

Pneumatics has several advantages over electric motors including safety, more power in a smaller package and ease of control.

This video explains in simple terms the advantages of pneumatic systems. It demonstrates the difference between pneumatics and hydraulics. Covers important safety information. Explains the difference between linear and rotary actuators. Shows you how to connect and adjust pneumatic systems. Demonstrates manual versus electric control. Shows you how to plumb and adjust flow controls. Explains in plain English how to specify control valves and how they work. Shows how to lay out a typical linear cylinder for design purposes. This video will give you the confidence you need to safely work with pneumatic devices of any size. Includes a two-minute clip of amusement park style pneumatic animation.

Approximate running time: 28 mins