Large bore locking cylinders

First Quarter 2005 Other technologies

SMC Pneumatics has expanded its CLS Series of large bore locking cyliders with the additon of three new models. The series is primarily designed for emergency stopping and drop prevention due to air pressure failures. All models can also be used to control intermediate stopping on production line appications.

Previously offering bore sizes up to 160 mm, the CLS Series now includes 180 mm, 200 mm and 250 mm models with stroke lengths of up to 2,4 m and operating pressures up to 1,0 MPa. Effective braking caters for piston speeds of up to 500 mm/s.

Piston travel can be locked in both directions with equal holding force. An auto switch can be fitted to the lock unit to provide an elecrical signal indicating the lock's operating status. A visual indicator also makes it possible to confirm correct operation and condition of the lock unit, thereby simplifying maintenance control.

The lock can resist up to 33,6 kN, or 3,36 tonnes (force), depending on the cylinder selected. The lock unit is more compact and lightweight than the previous series.

The locking cylinders have found effective use in many heavy duty applications in industries such as minerals processing heavy engineering and materials handling.

For more information contact Hyflo, +27 (0) 11 386 5878.

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