Hello all … can anyone confirm if the California Air Tools 10020C Ultra Quiet & Oil-Free 2.0 Hp, 10.0 Gal. Steel Tank Air Compressor can maintain 40 psi through out the Laser running for up to 30 min. ?
Thank You
Brian
I can say for certain that the 5510 can with my Thunder Nova 24. I’d be surprised if the larger one couldn’t, though it will depend on the size of the output nozzle you have - A smaller opening will allow for more pressure buildup.
Thank You for the reply … and you set the regulator on the Compressor to 40 psi right ?
BrianI’d highly recommend the installation of a low range pressure regulator at the machine. This will provide much easier tuning of the desired air pressure for the specific job you’re running.
My air is plumbed in the shop delivering about 100 psi to all of my hose reels and to the laser.
At the laser, I have two regulators. One regulator controls the flow specifically for my blast gates linear actuators (which are automated to open when the fume extractor is running).
The second regulator is plumbed to the solenoid that is controlled by the Ruida and then routes to the nozzle.
Where did you purchase the hose support bracket and hose, I like your setup a lot
Cheers
Sasquatch
I’m not sure what you’re asking about specifically, so I’ll guess from the picture you referenced.
The blast gates and the actuators were purchased from amazon.
[Blast Gate](POWERTEC 70227 6-Inch Aluminum Blast Gate for Dust Collector/Vacuum Fittings https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071RSDH23/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GQ.zEbWKWHTYA)
[Air Cylinder](Sydien 16mm Bore 150mm Stroke Air Cylinder Double Action with Y Connector and 2Pcs Pneumatic Quick Fitting (MAL16x150) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DYNXDV8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nU.zEbWH5GPM1)
I made the blast gates pneumatically actuated on my own by creating my own brackets.
The air lines to the actuator are controlled with an electric 2 position 5 way solenoid valve Solenoid Valve along with the addition of a muffler / speed control.
[Two Way Valve](Baomain Electric Solenoid Valve 4V210-08 AC110V 2 Position 5 Way Inlet 1/4" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D9GXJSQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kZ.zEbBS8NEN4)
[Speed Control](10pcs 1/8 Pneumatic Muffler Silencer Filter Air Flow Speed Controller Sintered Bronze NPT https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D47VNKP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TV.zEbA5C1XWP)
Hi Jeff … Thank You very much for the reply and photos … I currently have a Chinese Laser with standard head 2" … so I’m thinking the opening on my Nozzle might be slightly larger? … I’m thinking of upgrading to the Nova 35 … I have ordered the Regulator that you have shown in your setup.
Thank You Again 
BrianI should note that I added an air intake plenum to my machine and that my machine is almost completely sealed when the lid is closed.
I have an outside / fresh air intake as well as fume extraction connected to my machine.
My fume extractor sits outside of the shop built into the exterior of the wall.
The blast gates on the intake and extraction are critical. Otherwise hot humid air will condense inside of the machine (because the machine is in air conditioned space).
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Hi again all … I have purchased the Air Solenoid as in Pic … will I need to install 1N4004 Diode ? … and if so can some explain the proper way to install it … the main purpose for the Solenoid is just to have Air On and Off
Thank You for any and all help with this Subject
Brian
Hello everyone … just want to take the opportunity to Thank the Members of this Forum for their help with the installation Guideline to install Auto Air Assist … I purchased the 10 Gal. California Air Compressor … I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome … it has no problem keeping up at 40 psi !
My next question is can you toggle the air on through the Rudia Controller or through Light Burn ? … will I need to add a toggle switch and how would one go about wiring it?
Thank You all again
BrianRuida controllers have a ‘Wind’ pin on the CN1 connector. Using that to control a solenoid to enable the airflow is discussed earlier in this very thread:
Hello and thank you for the reply … my apologies for not explaining properly what I am seeking better … I have the Solenoid working as the machine starts to cut and engrave … I would like to have Air on when testing for alignment to protect the lens from clouding up … hence by passing the Solenoid or Toggle the Solenoid on from The Controller or Light Burn
Thank You
BrianAhh - I do not have that level of control, I’m afraid. The air-assist flag is sent as part of the layer definition in a cutting file, it’s not something LightBurn has any direct interaction with. You could run a switch from the Wind pin to ground and toggle that switch to override the pin, but I can’t do it from software.
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