1. What is Hydraulic Cylinder Volume?

Hydraulic cylinder volume represents the fluid capacity of a cylinder, calculated based on its bore diameter and stroke length. This measurement is essential for determining the amount of hydraulic fluid required to fully extend the cylinder.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the cylinder volume formula:

Where:

• \( \pi \) — Mathematical constant (approximately 3.14159)
• \( Bore\ Diameter \) — Internal diameter of the cylinder (mm)
• \( Stroke\ Length \) — Distance the piston travels (mm)
• \( 1000000 \) — Conversion factor from mm³ to liters

Explanation: The formula calculates the cylindrical volume and converts it from cubic millimeters to liters for practical use.

3. Importance of Volume Calculation

Details: Accurate volume calculation is crucial for hydraulic system design, fluid requirements estimation, pump selection, and system efficiency optimization.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter bore diameter and stroke length in millimeters. Both values must be positive numbers. The result will be displayed in liters.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is the result in liters?
A: Liters are the standard unit for hydraulic fluid measurement, making it practical for system design and fluid requirements.

Q2: What if I have measurements in inches?
A: Convert inches to millimeters (1 inch = 25.4 mm) before using the calculator, or use a different conversion factor in the formula.

Q3: Does this account for piston rod volume?
A: No, this calculation provides the full cylinder volume. For accurate fluid requirements, subtract the piston rod volume if applicable.

Q4: Is this calculation valid for all cylinder types?
A: This formula works for standard single-acting and double-acting cylinders. Special cylinder designs may require additional calculations.

Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise for perfect cylinders. Actual volume may vary slightly due to manufacturing tolerances.