Advanced Machine & Engineering Co. (AME), Rockford, Ill., introduces the fourth-generation RLI Series rod locks. The new pneumatic series RLI (ISO 6431) metric rod lock has been developed as a solution to control problems inherent to pneumatics—over travel, drifting, bouncing, and reverse traveling. The AMLOK Power-Off rod lock can be mounted to a cylinder, or as a standalone unit.
The patented AMLOK Type RLI is constructed of black anodized aluminum housing with a special piston and wedge locking mechanism actuated by multiple springs that mechanically lock the rod quickly and securely. The clamp is unlocked when air actuates the piston, compresses the spring and releases the locking device.
The optional sealed RLI Series design is suitable for food and wash down applications as well as pneumatic and hydraulic presses, scissor-lift tables, test and positioning equipment, amusement ride equipment, printing and paper handling equipment, theatrical equipment (platforms), assembly equipment, and machine tool applications.