Learn how seal compression, piston-groove dimensions and manufacturing tolerances can affect hydraulic-cylinder sealing and locking performance....
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Compact Hydraulic Cylinders for Injection Molds: Rod Strength, Threading and Integrated Oil Supply
Learn how to evaluate rod strength, female threads and integrated oil supply in compact hydraulic cylinders for injection molds....
How to Choose a Hydraulic Cylinder for Locking a Slide in an Injection Mold
Learn how to size a hydraulic cylinder for locking a mold slide, considering thrust force, traction force, friction, pressure and...
Low-Pressure Hydraulic Cylinders: Special Seals and Compact Design
A technical guide to compact hydraulic cylinders for low-pressure applications, focusing on special seals, drainage, dimensional constraints and reliability in...
How to Calculate the Required Hydraulic Cylinder Force for an Injection Mold
Learn how to calculate the hydraulic cylinder force required in plastic injection molds by considering cavity pressure, effective surface area,...
Premature Piston Seal Wear in Hydraulic Cylinders: Causes, Tolerances and Troubleshooting
Premature piston seal wear can indicate more than a defective seal. This technical guide explains how seal compression, tolerances, cylinder...
Mechanical Switch Operating Range in Hydraulic Cylinders: How to Check the Correct Activation Position
Learn how to correctly design the operating range of a mechanical switch on a hydraulic cylinder, including contact-pin position, activation...
How Much Space Is Needed Around a Hydraulic Cylinder Mechanical Switch?
How much space is needed around a hydraulic cylinder switch? A real Vega technical case explains cable bending clearance and...
How to Replace an Existing Hydraulic Cylinder Without Modifying the Mold: A Real Technical Case
How can you replace a hydraulic cylinder in an existing injection mold without modifying the mold? A real Vega case...
High-Temperature Mechanical Switches for Hydraulic Cylinders: What Really Determines the Temperature Limit?
How should mechanical switches be selected for hydraulic cylinders working at high temperatures? A real Vega technical case explains why...