Glossary · Automation fundamentals, platforms and components
SMC (pneumatics manufacturer)
Also known as: SMC Corporation
German: SMC
SMC Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of pneumatic and electric automation components, such as cylinders, valves, valve terminals, air preparation units, vacuum equipment, fittings and electric actuators.
- Automation components
- Vendor product
In one sentence
SMC Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of pneumatic and electric automation components such as cylinders, valves and air preparation units.
Example
The machine's spare parts list names SMC valve terminals and cylinders with their full order codes, so the operator can reorder the right variant.
How it applies
- Engineering: Pneumatic components are selected by force, stroke, flow and pressure; valve terminals often connect to the controller via a fieldbus.
- Maintenance: Compressed air is Stored energy. Venting and Energy isolation must be part of maintenance procedures, and replacement components should match the original order code.
- Documentation: Machine documentation should reference the component manufacturer's documentation for component details and list full order codes instead of generic descriptions. Pneumatic circuit diagrams should use the standard symbols and show the component designations used on the machine. Where valves perform safety-related functions, use components whose safety data the manufacturer provides, and document them in the safety function evaluation. Do not describe standard valves as safety components.
Keep in mind: Company product ranges, names and order codes change. Check them against SMC's current documentation.