The CHALLENGER ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC TRAINING SYSTEM …..MODEL CH100 was designed to address advanced pneumatic circuitry, theory, manual and computer control of pneumatic circuits and DC motor control. It is recommended that the student has a basic knowledge of fluid power and electronics before participating in the CHALLENGER program. The curriculum addresses industrial application tasks and problem solving.

Advanced components such as computer controlled solenoid valves, pulse valves, air brakes, and compound pneumatic and electrical circuits provides the student with the flexibility of designing, programming, and operating multiple industrial application circuits.

The system consists of three modules, control panel, pressure flow and testing panel, and the working device panel. No tools are required to connect any circuit and all testing devices such as a digital multimeter are supplied. A 100 PSI air source is required and not supplied with the system.

PRESSURE, FLOW AND TESTING PANEL

The Pressure, Flow, and Testing Panel provide the control for system pressure using an industrial Filter/Regulator/Lubricator (FRL) system and multiple testing devices to monitor circuit operation. The panel also includes flow control, needle, pushbutton, and check valves. A unique pulse valve is also included. A relay and DC motor system provides the study of motors and motor control.

CONTROL PANEL

The Control Panel consists of four different types of directional valves, Two Position Manual, Three Position, Closed Center Manual Valve, Air Piloted Valve, and a triple manifold of Solenoid Valves. Also provided are electrical controls, Manual, and Computer Control. An auxiliary 12 VDC power supply is also included and all required connection leads and cables are supplied.

WORKING DEVICE PANEL

The Working Device Panel provides the working components of the system. Components included are, Double Acting Cylinders (2), Single Acting, Spring Return, Non-Rotating Cylinder, Air Brakes, Air Motor and speed control valve, and 270 degree Rotary Actuator. Electronic control switches, both Normally Open and Normally Closed can be activated by various actuators. This panel provides all the industrial components that allow a student to experience unique compound circuits