1. What is a Cylinder Force Calculator Hydraulic?

Definition: This calculator determines the force generated by a hydraulic cylinder based on system pressure and piston diameter.

Purpose: It helps engineers and technicians design and analyze hydraulic systems by calculating the output force of cylinders.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( F \) — Cylinder force (Newtons, N)
• \( P \) — Hydraulic pressure (Pascals, Pa)
• \( d \) — Piston diameter (meters, m)
• \( \pi \) — Pi constant (~3.14159)

Explanation: The force is calculated by multiplying the pressure by the piston's surface area (πr²).

3. Importance of Cylinder Force Calculation

Details: Accurate force calculation ensures proper system design, component selection, and safety in hydraulic applications.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the hydraulic pressure in Pascals and piston diameter in meters. All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I convert bar to Pascals?
A: 1 bar = 100,000 Pa. Multiply bar value by 100,000 to get Pascals.

Q2: What if my diameter is in millimeters?
A: Convert mm to meters by dividing by 1000 (e.g., 50mm = 0.05m).

Q3: Does this calculate extending or retracting force?
A: This calculates extending force. For retracting force, use rod diameter instead.

Q4: What's a typical hydraulic pressure range?
A: Common systems operate between 70-210 bar (7-21 MPa or 7,000,000-21,000,000 Pa).

Q5: How does piston diameter affect force?
A: Force increases with the square of diameter - double diameter = 4x force.