Selecting a compact hydraulic cylinder for an injection mold requires more than checking the bore and stroke. Learn how thrust,...
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Does Hydraulic Port Diameter Affect Cylinder Speed?
Does increasing the hydraulic port diameter always make a cylinder faster? Through a real engineering discussion with Faurecia, the Vega...
Replacing a Compact Hydraulic Cylinder: Why Dimensional Compatibility Alone Is Not Enough
Replacing a compact hydraulic cylinder involves far more than matching bore, stroke and mounting dimensions. This article explains how centering...
Why Removing Material Can Weaken a Hydraulic Cylinder: An Engineering Perspective
A small machining modification can have a major impact on the structural integrity of a hydraulic cylinder. This engineering case...
Why Do Hydraulic Cylinders Break? A Real Engineering Investigation into an Unusual Cylinder Failure
A broken hydraulic cylinder does not necessarily indicate a defective component. This real engineering case explains how structural calculations, detailed...
Anodized Aluminium in Hydraulic Cylinders: Why Colour Variations Do Not Affect Performance
Why do anodised hydraulic cylinder bodies sometimes have different colours or stains? Learn how anodising, sealing and aluminium properties influence...