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A 5-way, 3-position valve maintains cylinder position by using a center-closed configuration that blocks all ports in the neutral position, trapping air on both sides of the cylinder to prevent movement during system shutdown or pressure loss.
Back-to-back cylinders enable precise 3-position applications by combining two opposing cylinders that work together to create extend, retract, and center positions through coordinated pneumatic control, offering superior accuracy compared to single-cylinder solutions.
Pneumatic air cushioning works by trapping and compressing air in a sealed chamber at the end of a cylinder’s stroke, creating a pneumatic spring that gradually decelerates the moving piston over 10-20mm instead of allowing a hard metal-to-metal impact. This controlled deceleration reduces peak impact forces by 70-90%, extending equipment life and eliminating destructive shock loads.
A long-stroke pneumatic cylinder is a linear actuator designed to deliver extended travel distances—typically exceeding 1000mm—while maintaining compact dimensions and reliable performance. Unlike conventional rod cylinders that grow proportionally with stroke length, long-stroke solutions like rodless cylinders offer space-efficient alternatives for applications requiring significant linear displacement.
Stop tubes are critical internal components that prevent piston collision with cylinder end caps by providing controlled deceleration space, absorbing kinetic energy, and maintaining proper cushioning air flow in long-stroke pneumatic cylinders exceeding 24 inches.
