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i am making a pnuematic pop up and i have this air compressor but i dont know how to activate it when i want to. my dad says theres a valve but i want to activate it from inside when its outside

To do that you'll need a solenoid valve. This valve uses electric actuators to open ports that allow the air to flow to your prop. The solenoid can be triggered manually. Many people here use old washing machine solenoid valves for pneumatic pop-ups.

You can get a washing machine valve at:

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I have been using the metal ones from fright props myself:

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I like the 5 way valves, but it depends what air cylinder you are using.

Originally Posted by propking1

i am making a pnuematic pop up and i have this air compressor but i dont know how to activate it when i want to. my dad says theres a valve but i want to activate it from inside when its outside

Check this link for pneumatics basics:

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