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Hydraulic cylinder capacity refers to the force output that a hydraulic cylinder can generate, which is determined by the hydraulic pressure and the piston area. This calculation is fundamental in hydraulic system design and operation.
The calculator uses the fundamental hydraulic force formula:
Where:
Explanation: The force generated by a hydraulic cylinder is directly proportional to both the hydraulic pressure applied and the surface area of the piston.
Details: Accurate force calculation is essential for proper hydraulic system design, ensuring cylinders are appropriately sized for their intended applications, and preventing system failures or inefficiencies.
Tips: Enter pressure in Pascals (Pa) and area in square meters (m²). Both values must be positive numbers. For circular pistons, remember that area = π × radius².
Q1: What units should I use for pressure and area?
A: The calculator uses Pascals (Pa) for pressure and square meters (m²) for area. You may need to convert from other units like psi or square inches before calculation.
Q2: How do I calculate piston area for a circular cylinder?
A: For a circular piston, area = π × radius². Make sure to use consistent units throughout your calculation.
Q3: Does this calculation account for efficiency losses?
A: No, this calculation provides theoretical force output. Actual force may be slightly less due to friction and other efficiency factors in real hydraulic systems.
Q4: Can I use this for both extension and retraction strokes?
A: For extension strokes, use the full piston area. For retraction strokes, use the annulus area (piston area minus rod area) for accurate calculations.
Q5: What's the difference between force and pressure in hydraulics?
A: Pressure is force per unit area (Pa = N/m²), while force is the total output (N). Pressure is intensive, while force is extensive and depends on the area.