Equipment set TP 101 – Basic level: Basic pneumatics training

Training aims

* Structure, function and application of single-acting and double-acting cylinders   * Distinguishing flow control methods and using them as intended * Calculating basic parameters   * Explaining and building latching circuits * Direct and indirect actuation   * Logic operations: explaining and implementing AND/OR/NOT operations * Application and function of 3/2 and 5/2-way valves   * Combining logic operations * Methods of actuation of directional control valves   * Function and application of limit switches * Analysing circuits   * Time delay valves * Options for pressure measurement   * Realising oscillating movement * Pressure-dependent control systems   * Economic considerations of using pneumatic components

The most important components at a glance

1 3/2-way valve with pushbutton actuator, normally closed             12 Shuttle valve (OR)  2 3/2-way valve with pushbutton actuator, normally open 13 Dual-pressure valve (logic AND) 3 5/2-way valve with selector switch 14 Quick-exhaust valve 4 3/2-way valve with selector switch, normally closed  15 One-way flow control valve 5 3/2-way roller lever valve, normally closed 16 Single-acting cylinder 6 Proximity sensor, pneumatic, with cylinder attachment 17 Double-acting cylinder 7 Pneumatic timer, normally closed 18 Start-up valve with filter control valve 8 Pressure sequence valve 19 Pressure regulator valve with gauge 9 3/2-way valve, pneumatically actuated at one end 20 Pressure gauge 10 5/2-way valve, pneumatically actuated at one end 21 Manifold 11 5/2-way double pilot valve, pneumatically actuated at both ends 22 Plastic tubing 4 x 0.75 Silver (10 m)

Equipment set TP 102 – Advanced level: Advanced pneumatics training

Training aims

* Binary reducing stages   * Input circuit with self-latching loop and auxiliary functions * End positions without limit switches   * Evaluating and using sensors for material sensing * Latching circuits   * Realising stepper control with protected pilot air and auxiliary functions * Converting 5/2-way valves   * Proximity sensors in the end positions and in the partial stroke range * Function of a back pressure end stop   * Combined use of quick exhaust valves and pressure regulators * Basic stepper control (continuous cycle)   * Inversion of a timer signal * Stepper control with operating modes or idle step   * Varying end-position cushioning * Setting and coordinating time delays   * Using and adjusting different sensor types * Variable step repetition using a predetermining counter

The most important components at a glance

1 3/2-Way-Panel mounted with Pushbutton Actuator, normally closed    8 Shuttle valve (OR) 2 3/2-way valve with mushroom-head emergency switch (red), normally open    9 Dual-pressure valve (AND)  3 3/2-way roller lever valve with idle return, normally closed    10 Pneumatic timer, normally open  4 Back pressure valve    11 Pneumatic preset counter  5 3/2-way valve, pneumatically actuated on one side    12 Stepper module  6 5/2-way double pilot valve, pneumatically actuated on both sides    13 One-way flow control valve 7 Plastic tubing   14 Non-return valve, delockable        15 Double-acting cylinder

Upgrade from Pneumatics, Basic level TP 101 to Electropneumatics, Basic level TP 201

Equipment set TP 201 – Basic level: Basic electropneumatics training

Training aims

* Structure, function and application of single-acting and double-acting cylinders   * Logic operations: AND/OR/NOT * Calculating basic parameters   * Combining logic operations * Direct and indirect actuation   * Function and application of limit switches * Application and function of 3/2 and 5/2-way solenoid valves   * End-position monitoring using electronic proximity sensors * Analysing circuits   * Time delay valves * Options for pressure measurement   * Realising oscillating movement * Pressure-dependent control systems   * Economic considerations of using pneumatic components * Latching circuits   * Troubleshooting simple electropneumatic circuits

The most important components at a glance

1 Signal input, electrical    9 5/2-way double solenoid valve with LED  2 Relay, three-fold   10 Pressure sensor with display  3 Limit switch, electrical, left-actuated    11 One-way flow control valve 4 Limit switch, electrical, right-actuated   12 Single-acting cylinder  5 Proximity sensor, optical, M12   13 Double-acting cylinder  6 Proximity sensor, electronic, with cylinder mounting    14 Start-up valve with filter control valve  7 2 x 3/2-way solenoid valve with LED, normally closed    15 Manifold  8 5/2-way solenoid valve with LED    16 Plastic tubing

Equipment set TP 202 – Advanced level: Advanced electropneumatics training

Training aims

* Describing the structure and application of valve terminals   * Explaining and realising an emergency stop function using spring-return valves * Realising sequence controls with signal overlap – solution according to the group method, sequence chain with spring-return valves and sequence chain with bistable valves   * Emergency stop conditions * Describing and setting operating modes   * Explaining the function and application of a 5/3-way solenoid valve * Describing the function and application of a predetermining counter   * Describing and setting the operating mode 'Set'       * Troubleshooting in complex electropneumatic circuits

The most important components at a glance

1 Signal input, electrical    6 Proximity sensor, inductive, M12  2 Relay, three-fold    7 Proximity sensor, capacitive, M12 3 Time relay, two-fold    8 Valve terminal with 4 valve slices (MMJJ)  4 Preset counter, electronic    9 Non-return valve, delockable  5 Emergency stop pushbutton, electrical

Equipment set TP 210 – Advanced level

Training aims

* Basic principles of analogue data processing   * Analytical fault finding * Application and adaptation of sensors   * Saving energy * Interpretation of measurement results   * Evaluation of changes in status * Reading and understanding of technical data and measurement curves   * Proportional technology * Fluid engineering components, their influence and function   * Control technology with continuous and discontinuous controllers * Demonstrating fluid engineering effects and special features

The most important components at a glance

1 I/O data cable with SysLink connectors (IEEE 488)    8 Flow sensor, 0.5 – 50 l/min, analogue 2 Universal connection unit, digital (SysLink)    9 Proportional pressure regulator 3 Connection unit, analogue   10 Pressure regulator valve with pressure gauge  4 Analogue cable, parallel   11 Flow control valve  5 EasyPort USB – An interface for measuring, open-loop control, closed-loop control. Connects the simulation to the real world    12 Plastic tubing  6 Quick-Fix screw adapter    * FluidLab®-P Single license 7 Pressure sensor with display    * Non-return valve, delockable

Equipment set TP 220 – Advanced level: Drives in pneumatics

Training aims

* Designing a compressed air network   * Calculation of mass moment of inertia * Sizing the pneumatic power section   * Operating characteristics of rotary drives * Influence of tubes and fittings on speed   * Function, control and selection of the fluidic muscle * Reducing cost by using different pressures for advance and return strokes   * Comparison between standard cylinders and the fluidic muscle * Reducing cost by avoiding leakage   * Response of pneumatic controls to power failure * Operating behaviour of linear drives

The most important components at a glance

1 Fluidic muscle, size 10    7 Second one-way flow control valve 2 Semi-rotary drive, size 16, 180°    8 Proximity sensor, electronic  3 Linear drive, size 18, 170 mm stroke    9 Start-up valve with filter control valve  4 Function generator/counter/stopwatch   10 Weight, 175 g  5 Electromagnetically actuated 3/2-way fast-switching solenoid valve    11 Weight, 2 kg  6 5/3-way solenoid valve, mid position closed    12 Air pressure reservoir, 0.4 l

Equipment set TP 230 – Advanced level: Vacuum technology

Training aims

Low pressure generation and system design:   Selecting suction grippers:                              Typical switching for a vacuum system:                  *     Function and use of ejectors according the Venturi principle   *       Shape and materials                                *      Using a vacuum security valve when some of the suction cups are not gripping *          Effects of system pressure on the attainable low pressure and the evacuation time   *             The relevance of gripper types and workpiece shape                                         *           Using a pressure switch to monitor the low pressure level                                                                                              *          Sizing and setting up a vacuum system                                                                    *             How the holding force is affected by the workpiece surface and the diameter of the suction cup   *          Reducing the compressed air consumption in a vacuum system                                                                             *      Controlled release and ejection of workpieces from the suction gripper        Components from the equipment set TP 201 are required to carry out the projects.

The most important components at a glance

1 Air pressure reservoir, 0.4 l    8 Non-return valve, delockable 2 Pressure switch, 0 – -1 bar    9 Suction gripper 20 SN 3 Vacuum gauge    10 Suction gripper 30 SN  4 Flow control valve    11 Suction gripper 20 SS  5 Vacuum generator, type H    12 Suction gripper 30 SS  6 Vacuum generator, type L    13 Suction gripper 20 CS with vacuum security valve  7 Non-return valve   14 Suction gripper 4x20 ON

Equipment set TP 220 – Advanced level: Drives in pneumatics

Training aims

* Basic principles of connection and circuit technology   * Various methods of pressure and flow measurement * Basic principles of measured data acquisition and processing   * Differences between absolute, relative and differential pressure measurement * Configuration, function and application options of the sensors used   * Setting and checking sensors * Selecting appropriate sensors by taking into account certain parameters   * Using signal converters

The most important components at a glance

1 Position transmitter, 0 – 50 mm, analogue    7 Vacuum generator, type M  2 Signal converter for position transmitter    8 Suction gripper, 10 mm diameter  3 Electronic pressure sensor, 0 – 10 bar    9 One-way flow control valve  4 Flow sensor, 0.5 – 50 l/min, analogue   10 Pressure regulator valve with pressure gauge  5 Flow sensor, -1 – 1 l/min, analogue    11 Stop, 35 mm adjustment path  6 Pressure switch, 0 – -1 bar    12 Double-acting profile cylinder

Equipment set TP 250 – Advanced level: Safety in pneumatic systems

Training aims

* Reducing pressure and force according to the work to be performed   * Suitable measures in case of power failure and return * Reducing the speed and acceleration while observing the cycle time and the flow control for the specific loading conditions   * Getting to know the operating modes and signals for operating statuses * Emergency stop and release: suitable measures for stopping and properly recommissioning a pneumatic drive   * Using sensors to detect malfunctions * Suitable measures in case of compressed air failure and return, as well as instructions on how to store and use auxiliary energy   * Increasing the performance level using a dual-channel emergency stop system       * Selecting and using suitable protective measures   Components from equipment sets TP 101 and TP 201 are required to carry out the projects.   Mounting the pneumatic system, consisting of cylinders, weight and cover, is done on the profile column of a Learnline workstation. If there is no profile column available, the mounting kit for Learntop S (order no. 526847) or the mounting kit for vertical slotted profile plates (order no. 533528) can be used. Two of each of these are needed.

The most important components at a glance

1 Air pressure reservoir, 0.1 l    6 Cover for cylinder  2 Non-return valve, delockable   7 Operational status display  3 5/3-way solenoid valve, mid position closed    8 Mushroom-head safety switch  4 Non-return valve    9 Safety relay for emergency stop and safety door 5 Weight, 2 kg, for cylinder

Air Control System AirCS® equipment set – Advanced level: energy-efficient compressed air management

Training aims

Special features of the AirCS® EduTrainer® Pneumatic function area with:   Electrical function area with:                                                                                                  * Flow sensor   * Energy consumption meter * Pressure sensor   * 2x 230/110 V AC outputs with control technology to switch the 230/110 V AC consuming devices * Distributor block for QS-4/6/8   * SysLink and analogue connection for EasyPort * Directly actuated 5/2-way solenoid valve   * Connections for integrating the external sensor * Outlet with flow control valve and stop cock   * Can be used for A4 mounting frame (399 x 297 mm) or as table stand.

The most important components at a glance

1 AirCS® EduTrainer®    5 Analogue cable, parallel  2 AirCS® accessory kit    6 I/O data cable with SysLink connectors (IEEE 488)  3 FluidLab®-AirCS® 1.0 Single licence    7 Pressure sensor with display  4 EasyPort USB – An interface for measuring, open-loop control, closed-loop control. Connects the simulation to the real world

Equipment set TP 101+ – Advanced level systematic troubleshooting

Equipment set TP 111: Basic closed-loop pneumatics training

Training aims

* Controlling pressure and position   * Behaviour of control sequences: transfer characteristics, transient response, system with and without compensation, system of first, second and third order, idle times * Action sequence of a control circuit: controlled, manipulated, disturbance and reference variables   * Interaction of closed-loop controls and control systems: control circuit optimisation, stability considerations * Activity and timing of control units: discontinuous and continuous controls, P, I, D, PI, PD, PID controls, status controls   * Setup, commissioning and optimisation of closed-loop control assemblies, devices and systems with analogue controller cards

The most important components at a glance

1 Signal input, electrical    13 5/3-way proportional valve  2 3/2-Way-Panel mounted with Pushbutton Actuator, normally closed    14 Air pressure reservoir, 0.4 l  3 2 x 3/2-way solenoid valve with LED, normally closed    15 Status controller  4 Pressure gauge    16 Linear drive, pneumatic, with guide and accessories  5 One-way flow control valve   17 Linear potentiometer (position encoder)  6 On-off valve with filter/regulator, 5 µm    18 Ruler  7 Manifold   19 Weight, 5 kg, for linear drive  8 Plastic tubing    20 Shock absorber  9 PID controller   21 Connecting cable for linear potentiometer  10 Comparator    22 Adapter for Y-axis or weight  11 Pressure sensor, analog    23 Mounting accessories for position encoder  12 5/3-way solenoid valve, mid position closed

BIBB pneumatics equipment set: Suitable for BIBB pneumatics course

Training aims

* Compressed air generation   * Inspection * Basic terms in control technology   * Repair procedure * Servicing   * Fault finding/analysis/documentation * Maintenance

The most important components at a glance

1 3/2-Way-Panel mounted with Pushbutton Actuator, normally closed    13 One-way flow control valve  2 3/2-Way- Panel mounted Valve with Pushbutton Actuator, normally open    14 Non-return valve, delockable  3 3/2-way roller lever valve, normally closed    15 Proximity sensor, pneumatic, with cylinder attachment  4 3/2-way valve, pneumatically actuated on one side    16 Suction gripper, 10 mm diameter  5 5/2-way pneumatic valve, pneumatically actuated, one side    17 Vacuum generator, type M 6 5/2-way double pilot valve, pneumatically actuated on both sides    18 Single-acting cylinder  7 5/3-way valve, mid-position closed    19 Double-acting cylinder  8 Pneumatic timer, normally closed    20 Driving/tractive load  9 Pressure sequence valve    21 Pressure gauge  10 Shuttle valve (OR)    22 Start-up valve with filter control valve  11 Dual-pressure valve (AND)    23 Manifold  12 Quick-exhaust valve    24 Plastic tubing

BIBB electropneumatics equipment set: Suitable for BIBB electropneumatics course

Training aims

* Physical fundamentals of electrics and pneumatics   * Directionally dependent control systems using sensors * Function and application of electropneumatic devices   * Directionally dependent control systems using predetermining counters * Representing motion sequences and switching states   * Controllers with parameters (e.g. single/continuous cycle, EMERGENCY-OFF) * Constructing control systems using relays   * Step diagram controls/process-controlled sequence controls * Electrical latching circuits   * Timing controls/time-controlled sequence controls * Using magnetic proximity sensors   * Program controls with non-deleting and deleting sequencer * Using pressure switches   * Troubleshooting large electropneumatic control systems

The most important components at a glance

1 Signal input, electrical    8 Proximity sensor, optical, M12  2 Indicator unit and distributor, electrical    9 Proximity sensor, electronic, with cylinder mounting  3 Relay, three-fold    10 5/2-way double solenoid valve with LED 4 Time relay, two-fold    11 2 x 3/2-way solenoid valve with LED, normally closed  5 Limit switch, electrical, left-actuated   12 5/2-way solenoid valve with LED  6 Proximity sensor, inductive, M12    13 Pressure sensor with display  7 Proximity sensor, capacitive, M12   14 Double-acting cylinder