Electropneumatics Basic Level

Workbook TP 201

CD-ROM included

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Intended use

The Festo Didactic Learning System has been developed and produced solely for vocational and further training in the field of automation and technology. The training company and/or instructor needs to ensure that trainees observe the safety precautions specified in this workbook.. Festo Didactic hereby disclaims any legal liability for damages or injury to trainees, the training company and/or other parties, which may occur during the use/application of this equipment set other than in a training situation and unless such damages are caused by intention or gross negligence on the part of Festo Didactic.

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541090 04/2005 M. Pany, S. Scharf Frank Ebel Doris Schwarzenberger 09/2005

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Contents

Preface ______________________________________________________________ 5 Introduction__________________________________________________________ 7 Notes on safety and operation ___________________________________________ 9 Technology package for electropneumatics (TP200) ________________________ 11 Training aims of Basic Level (TP201) _____________________________________ 13 Allocation of training aims and exercises _________________________________ 15 Equipment set Basic Level (TP201) _____________________________________ 17 Allocation of equipment and exercises ___________________________________ 21 Methodological help for the trainer ______________________________________ 23 Methodological structure of the exercises_________________________________ 25 Designation of equipment _____________________________________________ 26 Contents of the CD-ROM _______________________________________________ 27 Equipment set Advanced Level (TP202) _________________________________ 29 Training aims Advanced Level (TP202) __________________________________ 30

Part A Exercises Exercise 1: Realising a sorting device ____________________________________A-3 Exercise 2: Realising a shut-off device___________________________________A-15 Exercise 3: Realising a lid press ________________________________________A-25 Exercise 4: Realising the operation of a hinged lid _________________________A-35 Exercise 5: Realising a diverting device __________________________________A-43 Exercise 6: Actuation of a stacking magazine _____________________________A-53 Exercise 7: Sorting of packages ________________________________________A-65 Exercise 8: Actuation of a sliding platform _______________________________A-73 Exercise 9: Expanding a diverting device _________________________________A-81 Exercise 10: Designing a stamping device________________________________A-91 Exercise 11: Realising a pallet loading station __________________________ A-101 Exercise 12: Eliminating a fault on the pallet loading station_______________ A-107

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Part B Fundamentals

Part C Solutions Exercise 1: Realising of a sorting device __________________________________C-3 Exercise 2: Realising a shut-off device___________________________________C-15 Exercise 3: Realising a lid press ________________________________________C-23 Exercise 4: Realising the operation of a hinged lid _________________________C-33 Exercise 5: Realising a diverting device __________________________________C-41 Exercise 6: Actuation of a stacking magazine _____________________________C-49 Exercise 7: Sorting of packages ________________________________________C-59 Exercise 8: Actuation of a sliding platform _______________________________C-67 Exercise 9: Expanding a diverting device _________________________________C-75 Exercise 10: Designing a stamping device________________________________C-85 Exercise 11: Realising a pallet loading station ____________________________C-95 Exercise 12: Eliminating a fault on the pallet loading station _______________C-101

Part D Appendix Organiser __________________________________________________________ D-2 Assembly technology ________________________________________________ D-3 Plastic tubing_______________________________________________________ D-4 Data sheets

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Preface

Festo Didactics Learning System for Automation and Technology is orientated towards different training and vocational requirements and is therefore structured into the following training packages: Basic packages to provide technology-spanning basic knowledge Technology packages to address the major subjects of open and closed-loop technology Function packages to explain the basic functions of automated systems Application packages to facilitate vocational and further training based on actual industrial applications The technology packages deal with the following technologies: Pneumatics, electropneumatics, programmable logic controllers, automation using a personal computer, hydraulics, electrohydraulics, proportional hydraulics and handling technology.

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Preface

The modular design of the learning system enables applications beyond the limits of the individual packages. For example, to facilitate PLC actuation of pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical drives. All the training packages are of identical structure: Hardware Teachware Software Seminars The hardware consists of didactically designed industrial components and systems. The didactic, methodological design of the Teachware is harmonised with the training hardware and comprises: Textbooks (with exercises and examples) Workbooks (with practical exercises, additional information, solutions and data sheets) Overhead transparencies and videos (to create an interesting and lively training environment) Tuition and training media are available in several languages and are suitable for use both in the classroom and for self-tuition. Software is available in the form of computer training programs and programming software for programmable logic controllers. A comprehensive range of seminars dealing with the topics of the technology packages completes the range of vocational and further training available.

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Introduction

This workbook is a component part of the Learning System for Automation and Technology of Festo Didactic GmbH & Co. KG. This system provides a solid basis for practice-oriented vocational and further training. Technology package TP200 is comprised exclusively of electropneumatic control systems. Basic Level TP201 is suitable for basic training in electropneumatic control technology and provides knowledge regarding the physical fundamentals of electropneumatics and the function and use of electropneumatic equipment. The equipment set enables you to construct simple electropneumatic control systems. Advanced Level TP202 focuses on further training in electropneumatic control technology. The two equipment sets enable you to construct complex combinational circuits with logic operations of input and output signals and program controls. Prerequisite for the assembly of control systems is a fixed workstation using a Festo Didactic profile plate, consisting of 14 parallel T-slots with 50 mm spacing. A shortcircuit protected power supply unit (input: 230 V, 50 Hz, output: 24 V, max. 5 A) is used for DC voltage supply. A mobile, silenced compressor (230 V, maximum 8 bar = 800 kPa) can be used for compressed air supply. Working pressure must not exceed a maximum of p = 6 bar = 600 kPa. Optimum operational reliability is achieved if the control system is operated unlubricated at a working pressure of p = 5 bar = 500 kPa. The equipment set of Basic Level TP201 is used to construct all of the complete control systems of the 12 problem definitions. The theoretical fundamentals to help you understand this collection of exercises can be found in the textbook Electropneumatics Also available are data sheets in respect of the individual devices (cylinders, valves, measuring devices, etc.).

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Introduction

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Notes on safety and operation

The following advice should be observed in the interest of your own safety: Pressurised air lines that become detached can cause accidents. Switch off supply immediately. Do not switch on compressed air until tubing is securely connected. Caution! Cylinders may advance automatically as soon as the compressed air is switched on. Do not operate an electrical limit switch manually during fault finding (use a tool). Observe general safety regulations. With electrical limit switches you need to distinguish between two designs Actuation from the left Actuation from the right. At high piston speeds, limit switches must be approached only in the designated direction of the trip cam of the cylinder. Limit switches must not be actuated from the front. Do not exceed the permissible working pressure (see data sheets). Only use extra-low voltage 24 V DC. All components are equipped with 4 mm safety sockets, i.e. jack plugs. Only use cables with jack plugs for the electrical connections. Pneumatic circuit assembly: Connect devices using the silver-metallic plastic tubing of 4mm outer diameter, plugging the tubing into the push-in fitting up to the stop; no need for securing! Releasing of push-in fitting: The tubing can be released by pressing down the releasing ring (disconnection under pressure is not possible!) Switch off compressed air supply and power supply prior to dismantling the circuit.

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Notes on safety and operation

The mounting plates of the devices are equipped with mounting variants A to D: Variant A, latching system For lightweight non loadable devices (e.g. directional control valves). Simply clip the device into the slot in the profile plate. Devices can be released by pressing the blue lever. Variant B, rotary system Medium weight loadable devices (e.g. actuators). These devices are clamped onto the profile plate by means of T-head bolts. Clamping and releasing is effected by means of the blue knurled nut. Variant C, screw system For heavy loadable devices rarely removed from the profile plate (e.g. Start-up valve with filter control valve). These devices are mounted by means of socket head screws and T-head bolts. Variant D, plug-in system Lightweight non loadable devices with locking pins (e.g. indicating devices). These devices are attached by means of plug-in adapters. The data for the individual devices, as specified in the data sheets in Part D, must be observed.

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Technology package for electropneumatics (TP200)

The technology package TP200 consists of numerous individual training media as well as seminars. The subject matter of this package is exclusively electropneumatic control systems. Individual components from the technology package TP200 may also form a component part of other packages.

Important elements of TP200

Fixed workstation with Festo Didactic profile plate Compressor (230 V, 0.55 kW, maximum 8 bar = 800 kPa ) Equipment sets or individual components Optional training aids Practical training models Complete laboratory setups

Training documentation Textbooks Basic Level TP201 Fundamentals of pneumatic control technology Maintenance of pneumatic devices and systems Workbooks Basic Lvel TP201 Advanced Level TP202 Sets of overhead transparencies and overhead projector Magnetic symbols, drawing template WBT Fluid Studio Electropneumatics Cutaway model sets 1 + 2 with storage case Simulation software FluidSIM Pneumatic

Optional Teachware

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Technology package for electropneumatics (TP200)

Seminars P111 P121 IW-PEP Fundamentals of pneumatics and electropneumatics Maintenance of and fault finding on pneumatic and electropneumatic systems Maintenance and servicing in control technology pneumatic and electropneumatic control systems Electropneumatics for vocational training

EP-AL

Details of venues, dates and prices can be found in the current seminar planner. Information regarding further training media is available in our catalogues and on the Internet. The Learning System for Automation and Technology is continually updated and expanded. The sets of overhead transparencies, films, CD-ROMs and DVDs as well as technical books are available in several languages.

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Training aims of Basic Level (TP201)

To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a single-acting cylinder. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a double-acting cylinder. To be able to calculate piston forces according to specified values. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a 3/2-way solenoid valve. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a double solenoid valve. To be able to select solenoid valves according to requirements. To be able to identify and draw the various types of actuation of directional control valves. To be able to convert solenoid valves. To be able to explain and design an example of direct actuation. To be able to explain and design an example of indirect actuation. To familiarise yourself with logic functions and to design these. To familiarise yourself with different types of end position control and to be able to select a suitable type. To be able to calculate electrical characteristic values. To familiarise yourself with latching circuits with different characteristics. To be able to explain and design an electrical latching circuit with dominant switch-off signal. To be able to design a pressure-dependent control system. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of magnetic proximity sensors. To familiarise yourself with displacement-step diagrams and to be able to design these for specified problem definitions. To be able to realise a sequence control using two cylinders. To be able to identify and eliminate errors in simple electropneumatic control systems.

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Allocation of training aims and exercises

Exercise Training aims To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a singleacting cylinder. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a doubleacting cylinder. To be able to calculate piston forces according to specified values. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a 3/2-way solenoid valve. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a double solenoid valve. To be able to select a solenoid valve according to requirements. To be able to identifiy and draw the various types of actuation of directional control valves. To be able to convert solenoid valves. To be able to explain and design an example of direct actuation. To be able to explain and design an example of indirect actuation. To familiarise yourself with different types of end position control and to be able to select a suitable type. To familiarise yourself with logic functions and to be able to design these. To be able to calculate electrical characteristic values

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Allocation of training aims and exercises

Exercise Training aims To familiarise yourself with latching circuits with different characteristics. To be able to explain and design an electrical latching circuit with dominant switch-off signal. To be able to design a pressuredependent control system. To familiarise yourself with the mode of operation of magnetic proximity sensors. To familiarise yourself with displacement step diagrams and to be able to create these for specified problem definitions. To be able to realise a sequence control using two cylinders. To be able to detect and eliminate errors in simple electropneumatic control systems.

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Equipment set Basic Level (TP201)

This equipment set has been compiled for basic training in electropneumatic control technology. It contains all the components required to meet the specifed training aims and can be expanded in any way with other equipment sets. The profile plate and a compressed air supply are required in addition. Equipment set Basic Level (TP201 Order No.: 540712)
Description 2 x 3/2-way solenoid valve, normally closed 5/2-way double solenoid valve 5/2-way solenoid valve Blanking plug Double-acting cylinder Limit switch, electrical, actuated from the left Limit switch, electrical, actuated from the right Manifold One-way flow control valve Plastic tubing 4 x 0.75, 10 m Pressure sensor Proximity sensor, electronic Proximity sensor, optical Push-in sleeve Push-in T-connector Relay, 3-off Signal input, electrical Single-acting cylinder Start-up valve with filter control valve Order No. 539776 539778 539777 153267 152888 183322 183322 152896 539773 151496 539757 540695 178577 153251 153128 162241 162242 152887 540691 Quantity 1 2 1 10 2 1 1 1 4 2 1 2 1 10 20 2 1 1 1

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Equipment set Basic Level (TP201)

Equipment set symbols

Description Relay, 3-off

Symbol

A1

12 14

22 24

32 34

42 44

A2 A1

11 12 14

21 22 24

31 32 34

41 42 44

A2 A1

11 12 14

21 22 24

31 32 34

41 42 44

A2
Signal input, electrical

11
13 23

21
31

31
41

41

14 13

24 23

32 31

42 41

14 13

24 23

32 31

42 41

14
3/2-way solenoid valve, normally closed

24

32
2

42

1M1

1M1

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Description 5/2-way solenoid valve

Symbol

4 1M1 5 1M1 1

5/2-way double solenoid valve

4 1M1 5 1M1 1M2 1

2 1M2 3

Proximity sensor, electronic

Pressure sensor

Proximity sensor, optical

Limit switch, electrical

4 1

One-way flow control valve

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Equipment set Basic Level (TP201)

Description Single-acting cylinder

Symbol

Double-acting cylinder

Start-up valve with filter control valve

1 2 3

Manifold

Connection elements

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Exercise Equipment Cylinder, single-acting Cylinder, double-acting One-way flow control valve 3/2-way double solenoid valve, normally closed 5/2-way solenoid valve 5/2-way double solenoid valve Pressure sensor Limit switch, electrical Proximity sensor, normally open conact Pushbutton, electrical, normally open contact Pushbutton, electrical, normally closed button Relay Manifold Start-up valve with filter control valve Power supply unit 24 V DC

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1 1 1 1 2 1 2

1 1 1 (1) 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2

1 1 3 1

1 1 3 1

1 1 1 1

1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 1 1

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

1 1 1 1

2 1 1 1

2 1 1 1

3 1 1 1

1 1 1 1

3 1 1 1

3 1 1 1

3 1 1 1

3 1 1 1

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Methodological help for the trainer

Training aims The overall aim of this collection of exercises is the systematic design of circuit diagrams and practical assembly of a control system on a profile plate. This direct interaction of theory and practice ensures quick progress with learning. The detailed training aims are documented in the table. Actual individual training aims are allocated to each problem and major training aims are shown in brackets. Time required The time required to work through a problem depends on the trainees prior knowledge. Skilled workers in the engineering and electrical fields require approximately 2 weeks. Technicians or engineers require approximately 1 week. Components of the equipment set The book of exercises and equipment set are harmonised. For all 18 exercises you only require the components of the equipment set of Basic Level TP201. Each of the Basic Level exercises can be assembled on a profile plate. Representation Abbreviated notation and motion diagrams are used for the representation of motion sequences and switching statuses.

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Methodological help for the trainer

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Methodological structure of the exercises

All 12 exercises in Part A are of identical methodological structure. The exercises are divided into: Title Training aims Problem definition Parameters as well as Project task Positional sketch Worksheets The proposed solutions in Part C are divided into: Circuit diagram Solution description as well as Circuit assembly Equipment list

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Designation of equipment

The designation of components in the circuit diagrams is effected in accordance with the DIN-ISO 1219-2 standard. All components of a circuit have the same main code number. Letters are assigned depending on components. Several components within a circuit are numbered consecutively. The designation of pressure ports is P and these are separately consecutively numbered. Drives: Valves: Sensors: Signal input: Accessories: Pressure strings: 1A1, 2A1, 2A2, ... 1V1, 1V2, 1V3, 2V1, 2V2, 3V1, ... 1B1, 1B2, ... 1S1, 1S2, ... 0Z1, 0Z2, 1Z1, ... P1, P2, ...

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Contents of the CD-ROM

The CD-ROM supplied provides you with additional media. The contents of Part A Exercises and Part C Solutions are stored in the form of pdf files. The structure of the CD-ROM is as follows: Operating instructions Data sheets Demo Festo catalogue FluidSIM circuit diagrams Industrial applications Presentations Product information Videos

Operating instructions

Operating instructions are available for the various pieces of equipment of the technology package to assist you in the use and commissioning of the equipment.

Data sheets

The data sheets for the equipment of the technology package are available in the form of pdf files.

Demo

A demo version of the software package FluidSIM Pneumatic is stored on the CDROM. This version is suitable for the testing of the control systems developed.

Festo catalogue

Pages from the Festo AG & Co. KG catalogue are provided for selected pieces of equipment. The representation and description of equipment in this form is intended to illustrate how such equipment is represented in an industrial catalogue. You will also find additional information here regarding the equipment.

FluidSIM circuit diagrams

FluidSIM circuit diagrams are stored in this directory for all of the 12 exercises in the technology package.

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Industrial applications

Photos and pictures are provided of industrial applications to enable you to illustrate your own problem definitions. These can also be added to project presentations.

Presentations

Brief presentations are stored in this directory regarding the equipment of this technology package. These presentations can for instance be used to create project presentations.

Product information

This directory provides you with the product information and data sheets of Festo AG & Co. KG regarding the equipment of the technology package and is intended to explain what information and data are provided for an industrial component.

Videos

A number of videos of industrial applications complete the media for the training package. Short sequences are shown of practice-related applications.

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Equipment set Advanced Level (TP202)

This Advanced Level equipment set has been compiled for further training in pneumatic control technology. The two equipment sets (TP201 and TP202) comprise the components required for the specified training aims and can expanded in any way with other equipments sets of the Learning System for Automation and Technology. Equipment set Advanced Level (TP202 Order No.: 540713)
Description Relay, 3 off Signal input, electrical Time relay, 2 off Predetermining counter Proximity sensor, inductive Proximity sensor, capacitive EMERGENCY-STOP button Valve terminal with 4 valve slices (MMJJ) Non-return valve, piloted Order No. 162241 162242 162243 162355 178574 178575 183347 540696 540715 Quantity 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2

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Training aims of Advanced Level (TP202)

To describe the design and use of valve terminals To solve sequence controls with signal overlap solution according to group method To solve sequence controls with signal overlap solution with sequence chain using spring-return valves To solve sequence control with signal overlap solution with sequence chain using double solenoid valves (with control step) To be able to describe and configure modes of operation (single cycle, continuous cycle, , ...) To describe the function and use of a predetermining counter To explain and realise an EMERGENCY-STOP FUNCTION using spring-return valves To realise special EMERGENCY-STOP conditions: Actuators must stop during EMERGENCY-STOP To explain the function and use of a 5/3-way solenoid valve To describe and configure the Reset mode of operation To carry out fault finding in complex electropneumatic circuits

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Part A Exercises

Exercise 1: Realising a sorting device ____________________________________A-3 Exercise 2: Realising a shut-off device___________________________________A-15 Exercise 3: Realising a lid press ________________________________________A-25 Exercise 4: Realising the operation of a hinged lid _________________________A-35 Exercise 5: Realising a diverting device __________________________________A-43 Exercise 6: Actuation of a stacking magazine _____________________________A-53 Exercise 7: Sorting of packages ________________________________________A-65 Exercise 8: Actuation of a sliding platform _______________________________A-73 Exercise 9: Expanding a diverting device _________________________________A-81 Exercise 10: Designing a stamping device________________________________A-91 Exercise 11: Realising a pallet loading station __________________________ A-101 Exercise 12: Eliminating a fault on the pallet loading station_______________ A-107

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Training aims

To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a single-acting cylinder. To familiarise yourself with the design and mode of operation of a 3/2-way solenoid valve. To be able to identify and draw various types of actuation of directional control valves. To be able to explain and design an example of direct actuation. A sorting device is to be used to sort water samples according to the size of the sample bottle. Design a control system whereby this process can be carried out. A single-acting cylinder is to be used. The control of the cylinder is to be effected by means of a pushbutton. In the event of a power failure the cylinder piston rod is to return into the retracted end position. 1. Answer the questions or carry out the exercises regarding the fundamentals of the training contents listed. 2. Draw the pneumatic and electrical circuit diagram. 3. Simulate the electropneumatic circuit diagram and check its correct functioning. 4. Compile an equipment list. 5. Carry out the pneumatic and electrical circuit assembly. 6. Check the circuit operation.

Problem definition

Parameters

Project task

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Positional sketch

Sorting device

1. Pressing of a pushbutton causes the piston rod of a single-acting cylinder to push the sample bottle off the conveyor. 2. When the pushbutton is released, the piston rod is to return into the retracted end position.

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Exercise 1: Realising a sorting device

Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Fundamentals: Function of pneumatic working components Date: Sheet 1 of 7

Pneumatic working components can be divided into two groups: Working components using linear movement Working components using rotary movement Describe the function of the working components shown.
Symbol 1 Symbol 2 Symbol 3

Description of function Symbol 1:

Symbol 2:

Symbol 3:

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Fundamentals: Completing solenoid valve symbols Date: Sheet 2 of 7

Complete the individual symbols with the help of the corresponding component descriptions.
Description Directly actuated 3/2-way solenoid valve, normally open, with manual override, with spring return Pilot actuated 3/2-way solenoid valve, normally closed, with manual override, with spring return Symbol

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Fundamentals: Normal positions of directional control valves Date: Sheet 3 of 7

An electrically actuated 3/2-way solenoid valve has two switching positions. It can be in the normal position (unactuated) or in the switching position (actuated). In the normal position the valve can be open or closed. Describe the effects on the motion sequence of the following application arising as a result of the different normal positions. The single-acting cylinder shown is controlled by an electrically actuated 3/2-way solenoid valve.
2 1M1 1M1 2

Description: Normal position closed

Description: Normal position open

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Fundamentals: Direct and indirect actuation Date: Sheet 4 of 7

An electrically actuated solenoid valve can be actuated either directly or indirectly. Describe the difference with the help of the following application: Electrical actuation of a spring-returned 3/2-way solenoid valve using a pushbutton.
Description: Direct actuation Description: Indirect actuation

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Design and function of an electrical switch Date: Sheet 5 of 7

Switches are basically divided into pushbutton and control switch designs and perform the function of a normally open or normally closed contact or changeover switch. Describe the design and function of the switches shown.
Symbol 1 Symbol 2 Symbol 3

3 4
Description: Design/Function

1 2

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Fundamentals: Mode of operation of different valve types Date: Sheet 6 of 7

Electrically actuated directional control valves are switches with the help of solenoids. Basically, these can be divided into two groups: Spring-return solenoid valves Double solenoid valves Describe the differences between the two groups with regard to function and behaviour in the event of power failure.
Valve type Spring-return valve Mode of operation

Double solenoid valve

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Fundamentals: Port designations of valves Date: Sheet 7 of 7

In order to prevent incorrect tubing up of directional control valves, the valve ports (working and pilot lines) are identified in accordance with ISO 5599, both on the valve itself and in the circuit diagram. Describe the meaning and function of the designations below.
Designation Meaning, function

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Completing the pneumatic and electrical circuit diagram Date: Sheet 1 of 1

Complete the pneumatic and electrical circuit diagram for the sorting device.

Pneumatic circuit diagram

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Electrical circuit diagram

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Exercise 1: Realising the operation of a sorting device Name: Compiling the equipment list Date: Sheet 1 of 1

Apart from the circuit diagram, comprehensive project documentation also requires an equipment list. Compile the equipment list by entering the required equipment in the table below.
Quantity Description

Equipment list

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