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Document Number PCN2101 – 25 October 2021

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is changing the OE147160 Oil Extractor. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates, and how to identify the change.

Items Affected:

The following part numbers will be affected by this change: 

OE147160  Oil Extractor

Description of Change:

Container size is changing from 2 litre to 1.2 litre.

Reason for Change:

The 2 litre container is no longer available from the manufacturer.

Implementation Date:

When current stock is exhausted.

The difference between open end and closed end tyre valve connectors

It is important when purchasing connectors to specify whether a closed or open-end type is required.

Document Number OBNPCL2107 – 2 September 2021

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing the Low Noise Safety Aircurtain Blowgun. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:

BG5005         Low Noise Safety Aircurtain Blowgun

Alternative Part Numbers:

BG7005        Low Noise Safety Aircurtain Ergo Blowgun
 
BG7505         Low Noise Safety Aircurtain Ergo Extreme Blowgun

Product Sales Obsolete

How to choose the right compressed air hose for your application

To make the most out of your pneumatic tools, choosing a quality hose is essential to ensure stable air pressure.

Here is a quick and easy guide on the factors you should consider in order to select the right air hose for your application.

Hose length

When selecting an air hose, you should always consider your application and total distance between the compressor system and where you will be using the air tool and how much movement you will need.

To minimise the risk of a pressure drop, you should never use a longer hose than you need. For example, a carpenter working at the same bench all day using a nail gun will only need a small hose length, whereas a tyre fitter who needs to manoeuvre around large vehicles while using an impact wrench, will require

PCL's new Multi-function Digital Tower offers smaller footprint and bigger revenues for forecourt owners

PCL continues to help customers boost business with the launch of the Multi-Function Digital Forecourt Tower.

Made in Sheffield, with the tried and tested PCL brand DNA running through it, this is a genius new addition to the pneumatic expert’s comprehensive range of market-leading inflators for petrol stations.

The versatile “Multi” provides tyre inflation, water/screen wash, vacuum and fragrance all in one space-saving cabinet, enabling forecourt owners to provide a wide range of revenue-generating services in a smaller footprint.

Document Number OBNPCL2106 – 18 August 2021

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing the HORNET G40/12 or G40/24V Pump. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:

104 430 000  HORNET G 40/12 Pump Only (12V)

104 438 720  HORNET G 40/12 Pump with ZP19 Nozzle & Crocodile Clips

104 440 000  HORNET G 40/24 Pump Only (24V)

104 448 720  HORNET G 40/24 Pump with ZP19 Nozzle & Crocodile Clips

104 468 722  HORNET G 40/12, FMT3 Meter, ZP19 Nozzle & Crocodile Clips

104 478 722  HORNET G 40/24, FMT3 Meter, ZP19 Nozzle & Crocodile Clips

104 538 720  HORNET G 40/12, A 2010 Nozzle & Crocodile Clips

104 54 8720  HORNET G 40/24, A 2010 Nozzle & Crocodile Clips

Document Number OBNPCL2105 – 6 July 2021

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing all variants of IV Tested Tyre Inflators. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:

PCL launches in-house designed Safety Blowguns

New ERGO and ERGO EXTREME created for strength, comfort and affordability

Sheffield-based pneumatics expert PCL has once again hit the target for customer needs with its new range of better and best safety blowguns – ERGO and ERGO EXTREME.

Design-engineered in the UK, with comfort and style in mind, this range has the PCL DNA running right through it, from handle to tip. A sturdy product made from durable plastic that looks and feels good in your hand, it replaces the current ‘best’ range of blowguns, building on the high quality and performance