Pneumatic Symbols Flashcards
What is the symbol for a single-acting cylinder in pneumatic diagrams?
A single-acting cylinder is represented by a rectangle with an arrow indicating the direction of force.
True or False: A double-acting cylinder can exert force in both directions.
True
Fill in the blank: The symbol for a ____ valve is represented by a rectangle with two arrows on opposite sides.
directional
What does a circle with a diagonal line through it represent in pneumatic symbols?
It represents a pressure relief valve.
Which symbol indicates a flow control valve?
A rectangle with a horizontal line and an arrow indicating flow direction.
True or False: A check valve allows flow in both directions.
False
What is the purpose of a pneumatic accumulator symbol?
To store compressed air for later use.
Identify the symbol for a pressure switch.
A circle with a switch icon inside.
What does a triangle symbol represent in pneumatic diagrams?
A filter.
Multiple Choice: What does the symbol with two parallel lines represent? A) Cylinder B) Pipe C) Hose D) Pressure gauge
B) Pipe
True or False: A solenoid valve is indicated by a square with a coil symbol inside.
True
What is the representation for a pneumatic actuator?
A rectangle with a diagonal arrow indicating movement.
Fill in the blank: The symbol for a ____ is a circle with an ‘X’ inside it.
non-return valve
What does a symbol with a dashed line represent?
It typically indicates a pneumatic signal line.
Identify the symbol for a muffler.
A rectangle with a mesh or porous structure depicted.
Multiple Choice: Which symbol represents a pneumatic pressure gauge? A) Circle with a pointer B) Rectangle with a dial C) Triangle D) Square
A) Circle with a pointer
True or False: The symbol for a quick exhaust valve is a triangle with an arrow.
True
What does the symbol for a pneumatic reservoir look like?
A large rectangle with a horizontal line at the top.
Fill in the blank: The symbol for a ____ valve is a rectangle with a ‘T’ shape inside.
three-way
What does the symbol with a broken line indicate?
It indicates a connection that is not fixed.
Identify the symbol for a flow meter.
A rectangle with a scale or dial inside.
True or False: A pneumatic actuator is used to convert air pressure into mechanical motion.
True
What does a symbol with a filled circle represent?
It represents a connection point in the system.
Multiple Choice: Which symbol indicates an air dryer? A) Circle with a droplet B) Rectangle with a line through it C) Triangle D) Square
A) Circle with a droplet
