Pneumatic circuit

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A pneumatic circuit is an interconnected set of components that convert compressed gas (usually air) into mechanical work. In the normal sense of the term, the circuit must include a compressor or compressor-fed tank.

• Active components
  • Compressor
• Transmission lines
  • Air tank
  • Pneumatic hoses
  • Open atmosphere (for returning the spent gas to the compressor)
  • Valves
• Passive components
  • Pneumatic cylinders

The following devices operate using compressed gases, but are not normally thought of as being pneumatic circuits:

• Guns
• Rockets
• Refrigerators
• Internal combustion engines
• Scuba sets

[edit] See also

• Circuit theory
• Fluidics

[edit] External links

• pneumatic reciprocating circuit