Omtec Corp PBT-1 Ball Transfer is a type of material handling equipment used for conveying and transferring heavy loads. The device consists of a ball bearing mounted in a housing, which allows for smooth and easy movement in any direction. The PBT-1 model is designed to handle loads up to 50 lbs each and is suitable for use in a variety of industrial and commercial applications, such as packaging, assembly lines, and shipping and receiving areas. It can be installed on flat surfaces, and it's made of steel for durability and resistance to wear. The Ball transfer units are often used in combination with other types of material handling equipment, such as conveyors and pallet jacks, to create a complete material handling system. Omtec Pop Up Ball Transfers like virtually all pneumatically operated components, require Filtered, Regulated and Lubricated compressed air to operate. Omtec has FRL kits, Non-detent foot valve kits and detent toggle hand valve kits available. Other controls supplied on request. The regulator should be set at 50 PSI (3.447 bar). Omtec pop up ball transfer units use very low air volume, it is usually not a consideration. Each up and down cycle of one ball uses .00038 cubic feet (.0000108 cubic meter).  Virtually any air control device may operate Omtec Pop Up Ball Transfers. In the majority of applications simple non electric foot and hand valves may be used. Sensing device operated electric solenoid. The Diameter of the ball is 1 inch.  The diameter of the can is 1.562 inch.  The diameter of the flange is 1.850 inch.  If your application calls for ball transfers chose Omtec.