Pneumatic Actuators -

A complete range of actuators and components to allow the assembly of robot pneumatic systems

AIR MUSCLE

The Airmuscle is a recent development of the McKibbon actuator.
Its principle of operation is that of an inflatable tube inside a braided sheath - as pressure is applied the tube inflates and fattens, pushing out the sides of the braided sheath which in turn pulls its ends in, thus getting shorter

The resulting contraction is done with a force which can be used for motive power.
The Air Muscle is relatively low air pressure device requiring a maximum of 6 bar (approx 90 psi) to produce full contraction

The Shadow™ Air Muscles consist of a single tube Air muscle - air passes in and out through the same tube - Supplied in 3 sizes and suitable for varied applications. Starter trial kits available

Operating with low pressure air allows the air muscle to be applied to many and varied tasks as can be seen from the work of the Shadow Project

For more information and to buy - click on the photo or title