Autoclave Engineers P-8546-2 — Pneumatic Air Actuator (Part 1)

Description: 
This is a pneumatic (air) actuator designed to operate a valve remotely using compressed air. Actuators like this convert air pressure into mechanical motion to open or close a valve without manual handling.
Manufacturer: Parker Hannifin Corporation. Typical benefits include remote valve control, improved safety, and automation capability.

Key Features: 
- Operation Modes: Air-to-Open (normally closed)/ Air-to-Close (normally open)/ Dual acting options in some configurations 
- Design: Piston type (typical for valve actuation) for reliable cycling and long life. 
- Operating Pressure: Up to roughly 150 psi (6.9 bar) maximum (typical range for Autoclave pneumatic actuators).
- Temperature / Environment: Actuator ambient capability typically ranges from approximately -20°F to 200°F (-29°C to 93°C) (for piston type actuators). 
- Purpose in Assembly: Mounted to the valve body (201D-0681), enabling remote actuation (on/off control) using an air control signal.

Autoclave Engineers Valve (Serial 201D-0681) _ The Valves Body (Part 2)

Desciption:
They are high-pressure industrial valves engineered for demanding process applications. Their valves are designed for tight shut-off and durability under high pressure and often used in chemical, petrochemical, laboratory, and high-pressure systems.

Key Features:
- Function: Controls flow of fluid or gas in a system; the mechanical element that opens/closes or regulates flow.
- Construction: Barstock stainless steel body engineered for high pressure service.
- Stem Design: Non-rotating stem to prevent stem/seat galling (wear), promoting durability and tight shut-off.
- Sealing: Metal-to-metal seating and PTFE encapsulated packing for bubble-tight shut-off and dependable sealing.
- Pressure Capability: up to 10000 PSI
- Temperature Capability: Standard valves with PTFE packing may operate up to approximately 450°F (232°C), with optional packing for extended temperature ranges.
- Purpose in Assembly: The main flow control element actuated by the air actuator (P-8546-2) to regulate or toggle fluid/gas flow.

How They Work Together: Valve (201D-0681): Controls the flow of fluid or gas. Actuator (P-8546-2): Provides the force to move the valve’s mechanism using air pressure. Together, they form a pneumatically actuated valve assembly, allowing remote or automatic operation.