Aux 1 Unit 7 Q8

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Which component within a pressure-reducing valve is responsible for sensing and responding to changes in downstream pressure?

A) The valve stem

B) The diaphragm

C) The pressure gauge

D) The filter

2 / 10

Why is it important to regularly maintain a pressure-reducing valve in a pneumatic control system?

C) To allow for the valve to filter air more effectively

D) To reduce the temperature of the air supply

A) To ensure the valve continues to effectively regulate pressure and prevent damage to control devices

B) To increase the pressure output over time

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Why is it essential to set the pressure-reducing valve to a specific pressure when supplying control air?

C) To allow for maximum airflow through the system

A) To ensure that the control air matches the pressure of the main air supply

B) To provide a stable and suitable pressure that matches the requirements of the control devices, preventing damage or malfunction

D) To minimize the temperature of the air supply

4 / 10

What is the importance of having a pressure-reducing valve in the air supply line to control air systems?

C) It cools the air to prevent overheating of control devices

B) It increases the air pressure to improve system performance

D) It removes moisture from the air supply

A) It ensures that the control air is at a lower, stable pressure suitable for delicate control mechanisms

5 / 10

What is the typical construction material for a pressure-reducing valve used in pneumatic control systems?

B) Brass or stainless steel

C) Wood

A) Plastic

D) Aluminum foil

6 / 10

How does the spring in a pressure-reducing valve contribute to its operation?

B) The spring increases the pressure of the air supply

C) The spring filters contaminants from the air

D) The spring acts as a temperature regulator

A) The spring provides resistance against the incoming pressure, helping to regulate and maintain the desired downstream pressure

7 / 10

Which of the following is a typical feature of a pressure-reducing valve used for supplying control air?

A) A pressure gauge to monitor the reduced pressure

C) An oil separator to remove oil from the air

B) A heater to increase the air temperature

D) A filter to remove dust particles

8 / 10

How does a pressure-reducing valve maintain a consistent output pressure in a pneumatic system?

B) By automatically adjusting its internal components (such as a spring and diaphragm) to regulate the downstream pressure despite fluctuations in the inlet pressure

C) By increasing the airflow rate

A) By adjusting the temperature of the air

D) By filtering out contaminants

9 / 10

What is the primary function of a pressure-reducing valve in a pneumatic control system?

A) To increase the pressure of the air supply

B) To reduce the pressure of the air from the main starting air supply to a level suitable for control air systems

C) To filter out contaminants from the air supply

D) To regulate the temperature of the compressed air

10 / 10

What could be a consequence of not using a pressure-reducing valve when supplying air from the main starting air supply to a control system?

B) The control devices could be damaged by excessive pressure, leading to system failure

C) The air supply would automatically adjust to the correct pressure

A) The control devices could operate more efficiently

D) The control system would have a longer lifespan

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