1. Using Graphic Symbols to Illustrate Basic Circuit Designs
Pneumatic Schematics
Using Graphic Symbols to Illustrate Basic Circuit Designs
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.

2. Single Acting Pull Type Cylinder and Speed Valve
Pneumatic Components
Regulator
3/2 Solenoid Valve
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
Single Acting Pull Type Cylinder and Speed Valve

3. Single Acting Pull Type Cylinder and Speed Valve
Pneumatic Component
Symbols
Regulator
3/2 Solenoid Valve
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
Single Acting Pull Type
Cylinder and Speed Valve

4. The Symbols Can Be Arranged to Illustrate Complete Circuits
Double Acting Cylinder
HP Gage
HPA Storage Bottle
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
4/2 Valve
Regulator
LP Gage

5. 5/2 Solenoid Valve 5/2 Solenoid Valve Symbol Valve Body Solenoid
Note: The center port with the brass One Touch Fitting is the supply or pressure port.
Solenoid
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
5/2 Solenoid Valve
Symbol

6. 5/3 Solenoid Valve Used on Double Acting Cylinders Solenoid B A
The Solenoid Operates Like a Linear Pneumatic Motor
1.) Wire coil (red) is energized
3.) The valve spool (green) moves with the iron armature
Solenoid B A
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
Valve Spool EB P EA
2.) The electromagnetic field, draws the iron armature (blue) into the solenoid
Springs return valve spool to rest position

7. 5/2 Solenoid Valve Used on Double Acting Cylinders
The 2 Dark Blocks Represent the Two Possible Valve Positions
B Pressurized : A Exhausted (rest)
A Pressurized : B Exhausted (energized)
Solenoid Energized Position
Solenoid At Rest Position
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
5 Ports, 2 Positions

8. 5/2 Solenoid Valve Used on Double Acting Cylinders
Actuator Symbol with a Diagonal Line Indicates Solenoid Operation
Return Spring Symbol Indicates the At Rest Position
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
5 Ports, 2 Positions

9. 5/2 Solenoid Valve Used on Double Acting Cylinders
The Arrow Symbols Indicate the Direction of Gas Flow Through the Valve
Letters A and B Indicate the Output Port Connections for the Pneumatic Actuators (Cylinders)
EA and EB are Exhaust Ports. P is the Gas Supply Port
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
5 Ports, 2 Positions

10. Hopefully the Hieroglyphics of Pneumatics are More Understandable
Double Acting Cylinder
HP Gage
HPA Storage Bottle
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
4/2 Valve
Regulator
LP Gage

11. Watch the 2 Position Valve and Double Acting Cylinder
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.

12. Can You Explain the Difference?
5/2 Valve
5 Ports 2 Positions
Can You Explain the Difference?
5/3 Valve
5 Ports 3 Positions
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.

13. Pictorial Drawing of a 5/3 Valve and Double Acting Cylinder
Note: At Rest, Ports A and B are Exhausted P is Closed B A
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show. EB P EA

14. Mini Pneumatic Circuits Pressurized Storage Bottle
Regulator
3/2 Valves
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.
Pneumatic Cylinders with Speed Valves

15. The Best Way to Learn Them, Is to Draw Them….Try It.
Pneumatic Schematics
The Best Way to Learn Them, Is to Draw Them….Try It.
This slide show will describe pneumatic symbols used to design basic BBIQ systems.
The equipment used is offered as an example only. There are many options to consider when purchasing pneumatic equipment and many different strategies to pursue. Regardless of the equipment used, it is prudent to remember the safety considerations and procedures outlined in this slide show.