Team Unum

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Team Unum

• Connection System to Air Source and Inflatables
• PDR 4
• September 30, 2004

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Connections

• Standards NPT(National Pipe Taper)
• 1/4, 3/8, 5/8
• Male and Female Threaded
• Quick-Connect
• Barbed with Clamp
• Inflation Connectors
• Needle Connectors
• Presta and Schrader Valves

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Presta and Schrader Valves

• Two Standards for Bike Tire Valves
• Presta 6mm
• Schrader 8mm

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Tubing

• Metal Tubing vs. Rubber Inside Casing
• Presta and Schrader Adapters
• Needle Inflators (With Clamping Chuck)

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Comparison

• Price
• Brass Connections 3.99-4.99
• PVC vs. Rubber Tubing 2.50 / ft. vs. 3.30
• Quick-Connect Couplings 5.60
• Air-Flow 1/4 vs. 3/8 vs. 5/8
• Ease of Operation
• Adaptability

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Conclusion

• Connections Depend on Requirements from the
  Solenoid Valve and Pressure Transducer.
• Talk to Companies such as South Bend Hose.

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Upcoming Events

• Trade Studies Due October 5th
• Next PDR on October 7th Flow Control and
  Pressure Sensing System
• Questions?