Dynamic current-to-pneumatic converter and pneumatic amplifier

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2005-10-18

2005-10-18

Von Buhr, Maria N. (Department: 2125)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Electrical power generation or distribution system

C251S129070

Reexamination Certificate

active

06957127

ABSTRACT:
A dynamically balanced pneumatic relay amplifier and a current-to-pneumatic converter are disclosed. The relay has a balance plug, a supply plug positioned on top of the balance plug, a bead chain connecting the balance plug and the supply plug, and a vent plug positioned on top of the supply plug. The relay also includes a baffle positioned on top of the vent plug. The converter, used in an electro-pneumatic positioner, comprises a flat strip made of magnetic material located in proximity to a nozzle, and a flow regulator having a flat spring securing a plug in a seat within the regulator. The converter also includes a cantilevered flexure integrally secured to a molded spring support, a first bias spring positioned on a first side of the flexure, and a second bias spring positioned on a second side of the flexure. The thickness of the flexure is locally reduced in an area not integrated into the molded spring support.

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