[Sam77]

I would like to operate a double acting air ram, and would like to control in via an electric switch on my dash, what is the simplest way to do this?

The double acting ram will operate the high/low on the transfer box, I understand I need a 5/2 solenoid and of course air supply

Does anyone have a simple drawing to allow me to do this????? Showing the 5/2 solenoid, air lines etc

Many thanks Sam

 

[MR LR jnr.]

Why not run a vacuum actuator like on an LT95? As opposed to compressed air.

 

[Sam77]

Why not run a vacuum actuator like on an LT95? As opposed to compressed air.

I have actually bought a second hand Ashcroft transfer box completed with Ashcroft underdrive that have the air cylinders fitted, I am just trying to work out what parts I need and how I can get it all wired and air lines fitted up..............................................any help would be great

 

[afirover]

here
Solenoid Valves : The Different Types Explained | FrightProps Support & Training Center

 

[Sam77]

here
Solenoid Valves : The Different Types Explained | FrightProps Support & Training Center

excellent my friend the best description I could have hoped for simple and understandable , THANK YOU

 

[Toy-Roverlander]

Linky no worky for me

Never mind.... solved it..

 

[PTSchram]

LOL-I was gonna suggest that someone contact AFIRover.:flipoff2:

This is something he KNOWS!

 

[Sam77]

well I got my system all set up and working
tested it over a two event and its an excellent system
all air operated rams on the hi/low, diff, and underdrive

just an update for those who might be intrested.................cheers sam

 

[Najman]

well I got my system all set up and working
tested it over a two event and its an excellent system
all air operated rams on the hi/low, diff, and underdrive

just an update for those who might be intrested.................cheers sam

A pictue of the setup is much appreciated:flipoff2:

 

[Sam77]

A pictue of the setup is much appreciated:flipoff2:

I will post the pictures later................cheers sam

 

[Bush65]

Bit late coming to this thread. For controlling small cylinders like these and air lockers I prefer to use small manual operated pneumatic control valves, instead of a switch and solenoid operated control valve.

These small manual (toggle lever) operated control valves are almost as easy to install in tight spaces to switches and more reliable in my experience.

 

[ISUZUROVER]

Bit late coming to this thread. For controlling small cylinders like these and air lockers I prefer to use small manual operated pneumatic control valves, instead of a switch and solenoid operated control valve.

These small manual (toggle lever) operated control valves are almost as easy to install in tight spaces to switches and more reliable in my experience.

can you recommend a brand?

 

[uninformed]

can you recommend a brand?

Ben arent these the same thing as maxidrive switches. If so I think clipper is the brand and they are very well made.

 

[fishEH]

Ben arent these the same thing as maxidrive switches. If so I think clipper is the brand and they are very well made.

Clippard, actually. I run these for my air lockers.

 

[uninformed]

Clippard, actually. I run these for my air lockers.

Close, and ill take that as a win as I only ever looked at it once 7 years ago when installing my front locker...

 

[Bush65]

can you recommend a brand?

Any reputable brand should be OK. The ones I have are SMC, but I used them because they are a brand I regularly specified and were stocked by one of the hydraulic/pneumatic company that I regularly dealt with.

 

[uninformed]

Another brand that probably makes them, and if so I would imagine good quality, is Festo.