Title: Parker AR-08AE High-Performance Air Pressure Regulator – Precision Pneumatic Control for Industrial Applications

Product Overview:
The Parker AR-08AE is a premium-grade air pressure regulator engineered to deliver unparalleled precision and stability in controlling compressed air within a diverse range of industrial and commercial pneumatic systems. As an essential component for optimizing system performance, this regulator meticulously maintains a consistent output pressure, effectively safeguarding downstream equipment from damaging pressure fluctuations and ensuring peak operational efficiency. Crafted with Parker's renowned commitment to quality and durability, the AR-08AE minimizes air consumption, extends the lifespan of pneumatic tools, and significantly enhances overall system reliability. Its robust construction, compact footprint, and superior pressure regulation capabilities make it an indispensable asset for demanding environments in automation, manufacturing, process control, and general industrial applications where stable and accurate air pressure is paramount.

Key Features & Benefits:

Precise Pressure Regulation: Ensures highly accurate and stable output pressure, guaranteeing consistent performance of pneumatic tools and machinery, which in turn extends equipment lifespan and significantly reduces maintenance costs.
High Flow Capacity: Designed to efficiently handle substantial air volumes with minimal pressure drop, maintaining optimal system efficiency even under high demand conditions.
Robust Industrial Construction: Manufactured from high-quality, corrosion-resistant materials, providing exceptional durability and long-term reliability in harsh and challenging industrial environments.
User-Friendly Adjustment: Features an easily accessible and intuitive adjustment knob for quick, precise, and effortless setting of desired output pressure, allowing for rapid fine-tuning to specific application requirements.
Integrated Pressure Gauge Port: Provides a convenient and clear point for monitoring regulated pressure, ensuring operational transparency, facilitating easy troubleshooting, and confirming system performance.
Optimized Air Consumption: By maintaining a stable and consistent downstream pressure, it helps to significantly optimize air usage, leading to substantial energy savings and reduced operational expenditures.
Enhanced System Protection: Acts as a critical barrier, protecting sensitive pneumatic components and valuable machinery from potentially damaging pressure spikes and unexpected fluctuations, thereby preventing costly downtime and repairs.
Versatile Mounting Options: Engineered for flexible installation, accommodating various system configurations, panel mounting, and inline setups to fit diverse space constraints and application needs.
Extended Service Life: Built for prolonged operational periods with minimal required maintenance, contributing to higher productivity, reduced total cost of ownership, and improved return on investment.

Applications:

The Parker AR-08AE air pressure regulator is ideally suited for a comprehensive range of applications requiring precise, reliable, and consistent compressed air control, including:
Industrial Automation: Regulating air pressure for pneumatic cylinders, grippers, and actuators in automated assembly lines, robotic cells, and material handling systems.
Manufacturing Processes: Ensuring consistent pressure for critical operations such as spray painting, blow molding, injection molding, and various material processing equipment.
Machine Tools: Providing a stable and clean air supply for clamping mechanisms, automatic tool changers, cooling systems, and pneumatic fixtures in CNC machines and other precision machinery.
Packaging Machinery: Controlling air pressure for sealing, filling, conveying, and sorting operations in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods packaging lines.
Textile Industry: Regulating air for looms, spinning machines, pneumatic control systems, and various air-jet applications.
Automotive Industry: Used extensively in various stages of vehicle assembly, painting booths, tire inflation systems, and testing equipment.
General Plant Air Systems: Optimizing air pressure for a wide array of pneumatic tools, air guns, and general utility equipment throughout industrial facilities.
Laboratory and Test Equipment: Providing highly precise pressure control for sensitive scientific instruments, analytical equipment, and specialized testing setups.
Woodworking and Furniture Manufacturing: Supplying regulated air for pneumatic nailers, staplers, sanders, and other air-powered tools used in fabrication and assembly.

Technical Specifications:

Part Number (with special characters): AR-08AE
Part Number (without special characters): AR08AE
Product Type: Air Pressure Regulator
Series: Parker AR Series
Port Size: 1/4 inch NPT
Max. Inlet Pressure: 150 psi (10 bar)
Regulated Pressure Range: 0-125 psi (0-8.5 bar)
Operating Temperature Range: 40°F to 125°F (5°C to 50°C)
Max. Flow Rate: Up to 40 SCFM (1130 Nl/min) at 90 psi inlet, 70 psi regulated pressure, and 10 psi pressure drop
Body Material: Die-cast Zinc
Seal Material: Nitrile (NBR)
Adjustment Type: Non-rising adjustment knob with locknut
Mounting Options: Panel mount or inline
Weight: Approximately 0.75 lbs (0.34 kg)