Hydraulic Cylinder Force Formula:
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Definition: This calculator determines the force exerted by a hydraulic cylinder based on system pressure and piston diameter.
Purpose: It helps engineers and technicians design and analyze hydraulic systems for machinery, industrial equipment, and vehicles.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The force is calculated by multiplying the pressure by the piston's surface area (πr² where r = d/2).
Details: Accurate force calculation ensures proper system design, component selection, and safety in hydraulic applications.
Tips: Enter the system pressure in Pascals and piston diameter in meters. Both values must be > 0.
Q1: What if my pressure is in bar or psi?
A: Convert to Pascals first (1 bar = 100,000 Pa, 1 psi = 6894.76 Pa) before using the calculator.
Q2: Does this calculate extending or retracting force?
A: This calculates extending force. For retracting force, use the piston rod diameter instead.
Q3: What's a typical hydraulic system pressure?
A: Industrial systems often operate at 150-300 bar (15-30 MPa), while mobile equipment may use 200-350 bar.
Q4: How does piston diameter affect force?
A: Force increases with the square of diameter - doubling diameter quadruples the force at same pressure.
Q5: Does this account for efficiency losses?
A: No, for practical applications, multiply result by cylinder efficiency (typically 0.85-0.95).