New Original SMC AS1201F-M5-06A AS Series Flow Controller Metric

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SMC AS1201F-M5-06A AS Series Flow Controller (Metric Thread Version)

1. Product Overview

The AS1201F-M5-06A belongs to SMC standard AS series pneumatic flow control valve with built-in one-way check function, newly original genuine pneumatic speed controller designed for compressed air circuit flow regulation. It adopts metric M5 male thread inlet and 6mm outer diameter tubing push-fit outlet structure, widely applied on pneumatic cylinders, air slides, rotary actuators and other executive pneumatic components to adjust extension/retraction movement speed stably. This integrated flow controller combines throttle valve and check valve into one compact unit: air intake flow is adjustable via throttling passage, while return air flows freely through the built-in check valve without throttling resistance, realizing meter-out speed control which is the most common speed adjustment mode for industrial pneumatic actuators. It is manufactured in strict accordance with SMC global unified pneumatic component standards, suitable for general industrial automation production lines, packaging machinery, electronic assembly equipment, textile machinery and automated fixture systems.

2. Main Functions

  1. Precise compressed air flow adjustment to control the moving speed of pneumatic actuators bidirectionally (meter-out control priority).
  2. Built-in check valve enables free reverse airflow, eliminating speed lag during cylinder retraction stroke.
  3. Lockable adjustment knob: after setting target flow rate, the knob can be locked to prevent accidental rotation and parameter drift caused by equipment vibration.
  4. Push-in quick fitting port for 6mm OD polyurethane/nylon air tubing, convenient tubing plugging and removal without auxiliary tools.
  5. M5 metric male thread connection for direct mounting on pneumatic cylinder port, manifold block or pneumatic valve outlet port.
  6. Pressure compensation performance ensures stable flow output under slight fluctuations of system air supply pressure.
  7. Dust-proof structural design protects internal throttle passage and sealing parts from fine dust contamination in workshop environment.

3. Technical Characteristics

Technical Parameter Specific Specification
Series Type AS Compact Speed Controller (Meter-out Control)
Model Code AS1201F-M5-06A
Connection Thread Metric M5 Male Thread
Applicable Tubing Outer Diameter 6 mm
Operating Medium Dry Filtered Compressed Air (No corrosive gas, no oil required optionally)
Operating Pressure Range 0.05 MPa ~ 0.8 MPa
Proof Pressure 1.2 MPa
Ambient & Medium Temperature 0 ℃ ~ +60 ℃ (No freezing allowed)
Adjustment Structure Needle Throttle + Built-in One-way Check Valve
Adjustment Mode Rotary Knob with Lock Nut
Sealing Material NBR Nitrile Rubber
Main Body Material Forged Brass + Engineering Plastic Knob
Flow Control Direction Outlet Throttling (Meter-out)
Number of Adjustment Turns Approx. 6 full turns from fully closed to fully open
Core technical advantages:
  • Miniaturized integrated structure, greatly saving installation space on compact pneumatic components.
  • High-precision needle valve throttling structure realizes micro flow fine-tuning for low-speed stable motion.
  • Wear-resistant sealing components extend service life under continuous cyclic operation.
  • Anti-loosening lock mechanism adapts to vibrating industrial working conditions.
  • Standard metric thread specification, compatible with all SMC standard micro pneumatic executive parts.

4. Overall Dimension & Net Weight

External Dimensions (Unit: mm)

Dimension Item Size Value
Total Overall Length 32.5
Maximum Outer Diameter of Main Body 12
Thread Length of M5 Male Port 4
Push-in Port Outer Diameter 10
Adjustment Knob Diameter 9

Weight

  • Single unit net weight: 8 grams

5. 10 SMC Products with Similar Flow Control Functions

  1. AS1201F-M5-04A: M5 thread inlet, 4mm OD tubing outlet compact meter-out flow controller
  2. AS1211F-M5-06A: Meter-in type flow controller, M5 thread, 6mm tubing port
  3. AS2201F-01-08A: 1/8 inch Rc thread inlet, 8mm tubing outlet standard speed controller
  4. AS2201F-01-06A: 1/8 inch thread, 6mm push-fit port meter-out flow regulator
  5. AS3201F-02-10A: 1/4 inch thread inlet, 10mm tubing large flow speed control valve
  6. AS1001F-M5-06: Basic version without locking knob, M5-6mm flow controller
  7. AS2211F-01-08A: Meter-in control type, 1/8 thread, 8mm tubing port
  8. AS3211F-02-08A: Medium flow meter-in speed controller for medium bore cylinders
  9. AS4201F-03-12A: 3/8 inch thread, 12mm tubing large-caliber flow regulating valve
  10. AS1201FG-M5-06A: Fluorine rubber sealing version, applicable for slightly oily compressed air environment
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About us

Located in Kunshan, China, Atifts Technology Co., Ltd. is a well-known enterprise specializing in electronic components distribution. We specialize in the sales of global brands of industrial automation components, with a wealth of experience in foreign product agents, and many of the world's leading manufacturers such as Keens, Schneider, SMC, ABB, Siemens, and other world-renowned manufacturers to establish a long-term and stable relations of cooperation.

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With excellent product quality, professional technical service and good market reputation, Kunshan Autofits Technology Co.,Ltd. has won the trust and support of our customers. We look forward to working with more partners hand in hand, to achieve long-term win-win relationship, and jointly promote the prosperity of the electronic components industry.
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