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AutomationDirect: Heavy-duty pneumatic air cylinders

AutomationDirect’s NITRA™ pneumatic product line includes D-Series heavy-duty air cylinders for harsh environments.

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Interchangeable with other popular brands of NFPA cylinders, the heavy-duty double-acting cylinders are constructed with high-quality aluminum components, including a magnetic piston fitted with a PTFE wear band.  The piston can be used with solid-state or reed switches for rod position sensing. The cylinders are also fitted with a Teflon-impregnated and hardcoat anodized heavy–duty external rod bearing.  With a maximum operating pressure of 250 psi, this series includes bore sizes from 1 ½ to 4 in.; depending on bore size, available stroke lengths range from 1 to 24 in.
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