The table below contains some of the main differences between the two products. For HPS, the reference is generally made with the products having a rated pressure of 500 bars.
Vega V450 |
HPS Block Cylinders |
Bores from 16 to 100 mm |
Bores from 25 to 125 mm (not all versions) |
Nitrocarburated rod for better tribologic behavior |
Chrome plated rod |
For a given bore size, rod is generally smaller. More pulling force |
For a given bore size, rod is generally larger. Less compression |
Body width, and especially height / length, are smaller |
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More compact mechanical switches |
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Proximity switches available |
Small oil supply holes for less impact forces |
Large oil supply oil for greater speed |
One-piece cartridge for better precision |
Typically a bronze bushing is in the cartridge |
Keyway and screws positions don’t match |
Keyway and screws positions don’t match |
Screw size at rod end don’t match |
Screw size at rod end don’t match |
Reduced strokes with a stroke-reducer |
System for reduced strokes not specified |
Max stroke 200 mm |
Max stroke 330 mm (depending on version) |
No cushioning at the moment |
Some versions may have cushioning |
Floating joint as an accessory |
Integrated floating joint if required |
Oil supply holes on top as a special version |
Standard oil supply holes on top |
Oil ports position and sometimes size don’t match |
Oil ports position and sometimes size don’t match |
Shaft height (keyway version) lower from bore 63 |
Shaft height (keyway version) higher from bore 63 |
Rod protrusion is different |
Rod protrusion is different |
Rear switches with rod on top |
Rear switches with double rod |