A Customer Case explains how temperature, guide materials, rod strength, pressure limits and hydraulic connections must be considered when selecting...
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Why Hydraulic Cylinder Seal Failures Are Often Caused by Misalignment, Not Temperature
Many engineers blame temperature when hydraulic cylinder seals begin leaking. This engineering guide explains why misalignment, rod damage and guide...
Hydraulic Cylinder Air Testing: Why Air and Oil Behave Differently
A customer believed that several compact hydraulic cylinders suffered from excessive friction caused by guide ring interference. Vega Technical Dep....
When Perfect Parts Create an Imperfect Result
A customer reported excessive friction in several hydraulic cylinders. The investigation revealed that every component was within specification, yet tolerance...