Datasheet
Air Supply
Operating Environment
1. Type of fluids
Please consult with SMC when using the product in
applications other than compressed air.
Regarding products for general fluids, please contact SMC
concerning applicable fluids.
2. When there is a large amount of drainage.
Compressed air containing a large amount of drainage can
cause malfunction of pneumatic equipment. An air dryer or
water separator should be installed upstream from filters.
3. Drain flushing
If condensation in the drain bowl is not emptied on a regular
basis, the bowl will overflow and allow the condensation to
enter the compressed air lines. It causes malfunction of
pneumatic equipment.
If the drain bowl is difficult to check and remove, installation of
a drain bowl with an auto drain option is recommended.
For details on the above compressed air quality, refer to our website
www.smc.eu.
4. Use clean air.
Do not use compressed air that contains chemicals, synthetic
oils including organic solvents, salt or corrosive gases, etc., as
it can cause damage or malfunction.
5. Do not use the ordinary fittings and tubing in
locations where static electricity would be
problematic.
It may result in the system failure and trouble. In such places,
use of antistatic fittings (Series KA) and antistatic tubing (Series
TA) are recommended.
6. Do not use the ordinary fittings and tubing in
locations where spatter is generated.
Spattering may result in a fire hazard. In such a place, use of
flame resistant fittings (Series KR/KRM) and flame resistant
tubing (Series TRS/TRB) are recommended.
7. Do not use in an environment where the product is
directly exposed to cutting oil, lubricant, coolant oil,
etc.
Please contact SMC if using for an environment exposed to
cutting oil, lubricant or coolant oil, etc.
8. Take note that if nylon tubing and soft nylon tubing
are used in a clean room.
The antioxidant on the surface of the soft nylon tubing may
come off, thereby lowering the cleanness level.
9. Do not use in environments where foreign matter
may stick to the product or get mixed in the
product’s interior.
This may cause leakage or disconnection of the tubing.
1. Install an air filter.
Install an air filter at the upstream side of valve.
Select an air filter with a filtration degree of 5 μm or finer.
2. Install an after-cooler, air dryer or water droplet
separator, etc.
Compressed air that contains a large amount of drainage can
cause malfunction of pneumatic equipment. Therefore, take
appropriate measures to ensure air quality, such as by
providing an aftercooler, air dryer, or water droplet separator.
3. Ensure that the fluid and ambient temperature are
within the specified range.
If the fluid temperature is 5°C or less, the moisture in the circuit
could freeze, causing damage to the seals and leading to
equipment malfunction. Therefore, take appropriate measures
to prevent freezing.
For details on the above compressed air quality, refer to our website
www.smc.eu.
Operating Environment
1. Do not use in an atmosphere having corrosive
gases, chemicals, sea water, water, water steam, or
where there is direct contact with any of these.
Refer to each construction drawing on the fittings and tubing
material.
2. Do not expose the product to direct sunlight for an
extended period of time.
3. Do not use in a place subject to heavy vibration
and/or shock.
4. Do not mount the product in locations where it is
exposed to radiant heat.
Maintenance
1. Perform maintenance inspection according to the
procedures indicated in the operation manual.
If handled improperly, malfunction and damage of machinery or
equipment may occur.
2. Maintenance work
If handled improperly, compressed air can be dangerous.
Assembly, handling, repair and element replacement of
pneumatic systems should be performed by a knowledgeable
and experienced person.
3. Drain flushing
Remove drainage from air filters regularly.
4. Removal of equipment, and supply/exhaust of
compressed air
When components are removed, first confirm that measures
are in place to prevent workpieces from dropping, run-away
equipment, etc. Then, cut off the supply pressure and electric
power, and exhaust all compressed air from the system using
the residual pressure release function.
When machinery is restarted, proceed with caution after
confirming that appropriate measures are in place to prevent
cylinders from sudden movement.
Fittings & Tubing
Precautions 2
Be sure to read this before handling.
Warning Warning
Warning
Warning
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