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robp790
10-12-2009, 06:59 PM
Is it normal to have my air cylinders at full extension as soon as I apply air to the solenoids? I am using 5 way/4 port valve.
The Creepster
10-12-2009, 07:03 PM
Yes a 5-way valve is simply a 4-way with two separate exhausts. This helps if you want to control speed of a cylinder in both directions by limiting the exhaust individually. Just use these like you would a 4-way.
mattt1977
10-12-2009, 07:42 PM
If you are using a dual acting cylinder try reversing the air lines that are going to it and it should start in the retracted position. scaryguys.com has a very good description of pneumatic plumbing parts and there design.
robp790
10-14-2009, 01:38 AM
switching the air lines did help. thanks! never thought of that.
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