Pneumatic and Electronic Controls - Ace Controls
Centro provides various products, including valves, motion control, electrical enclosures, HMIs, power tools, and electric control systems. In addition to these products, we offer compressed air products to power p...
Pneumatic cylinders and actuators are used in a variety of industrial applications. Pneumatic cylinders and actuators use compressed air to create a force in a linear or rotary motion. Pneumatic cylinders come in various sizes and shapes and can be used for many different applications. Pneumatic cylinders and actuators are an essential part of many industries, and we are proud to offer our customers a wide selection of products. At Centro, we carry a complete selection of pneumatic cylinders and actuators, including rotary actuators and linear cylinders. Our pneumatic cylinders and actuators are available in various sizes and configurations, making it easy to find the perfect product for your application. Please browse our website or contact us today to learn more about our pneumatic cylinder and actuator offerings.
Industrial Shock Absorbers are designed to protect your equipment from the harmful effects of shock and vibration. Shock absorbers are essential to many industrial applications, including packaging, material handling, and machine tooling. Gas springs and dampers are also commonly used in industrial applications to control heavy objects' movement or cushion impact. Shock absorbers are an essential component in many industries, and we are proud to offer a wide variety of products to meet the needs of our customers. At Centro, we carry a complete selection of shock absorbers available to purchase online. In addition to shock absorbers, we also carry gas springs, dampers, and shock-absorbing lanyards. We have the right solution whether you are looking for a single unit or a complete system. Contact us today to learn more about our products and how we can help you protect your investment.
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$67.29$73.17
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$65.13$70.83
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Subject to factory lead times
$65.13$70.83
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$73.17
Subject to factory lead times
$71.02$77.24
Subject to factory lead times
$85.16$92.62
Subject to factory lead times
$67.29$73.17
Subject to factory lead times
$33.18$36.08
Subject to factory lead times
$67.29$73.17
Subject to factory lead times
$65.13$70.83
Subject to factory lead times
$65.13$70.83
Subject to factory lead times
$67.29$73.17
Subject to factory lead times
$65.13$70.83
Subject to factory lead times
$81.45$88.58
Subject to factory lead times
$65.13$70.83
Subject to factory lead times
$73.17
Subject to factory lead times
- Selecting the right pneumatic cylinder starts with defining the four core parameters of your application. Define four core parameters: bore size (force output = pressure × piston area, plus a 25–50% safety factor), stroke length (match to required travel, avoid excess), mounting style (fixed, flange, or pivot to suit your mechanical arrangement), and environment (standard, washdown, or food-grade seals). Speed is controlled by external flow valves, not cylinder selection. For precise positioning, consider a guided or rodless cylinder with position sensing rather than a standard unit.
- A soft starter ramps voltage at startup to limit inrush current and reduce mechanical shock, then steps aside once the motor reaches full speed. Use one when smooth starting is your only requirement. A VFD controls motor speed continuously throughout operation, making it the right choice whenever the process needs variable speed — conveyors, pumps, fans — and it delivers significant energy savings in centrifugal applications. If you only need a gentle start, use a soft starter. If you need speed control at any point during operation, invest in a VFD.
- PLCs are purpose-built for industrial environments — they tolerate heat, vibration, and electrical noise while executing control logic in deterministic millisecond scan cycles. They replace hardwired relay logic with reprogrammable software, making process changes fast and inexpensive. Built-in diagnostics centralize fault visibility and cut troubleshooting time. Modern PLCs integrate with HMIs, SCADA, and enterprise networks via standard protocols, enabling real-time data collection. Modular architecture means the system scales as the application grows.
- Start with the NEMA or IP rating: NEMA 1 for basic indoor use, NEMA 4/4X for washdown and outdoor exposure (4X adds corrosion resistance), NEMA 7/9 for hazardous classified locations. Size the enclosure with 20–30% spare interior space for future additions and adequate heat dissipation. Choose material based on environment — painted steel for standard indoor use, stainless for washdown or chemical exposure, fiberglass for highly corrosive areas. Verify any required certifications (UL, CSA, ATEX) before specifying.
- Solenoid valves are electrically actuated and can be triggered instantly by a PLC or control system, making them essential for automated, repeatable, or high-cycle applications. Manual directional control valves require a person to physically shift the valve and are appropriate for infrequent operations, manual overrides, or applications with no control system. In practice, most automated systems use solenoid valves for normal operation with a manual override built in for setup, maintenance, and emergency use. If the valve must respond to a signal, cycle repeatedly, or operate unattended, solenoid is the correct choice.