1. What is a Hydraulic Cylinder Lift Calculator?

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

Purpose: It helps engineers and technicians calculate the lifting capacity of hydraulic systems for machinery, vehicles, and industrial equipment.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the fundamental hydraulic formula:

Where:

• \( F \) — Hydraulic force (Newtons, N)
• \( P \) — Hydraulic pressure (Pascals, Pa)
• \( A \) — Piston area (square meters, m²)

Explanation: The pressure applied to the piston area creates a linear force that can be used for lifting or pushing.

3. Importance of Hydraulic Force Calculation

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

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the hydraulic system pressure in Pascals and the piston area in square meters. Both values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I convert psi to Pascals?
A: Multiply psi by 6894.76 to get Pascals (1 psi ≈ 6894.76 Pa).

Q2: What's a typical hydraulic system pressure?
A: Industrial systems often operate between 6.9-34.5 MPa (1000-5000 psi).

Q3: How do I calculate piston area?
A: For circular pistons, use \( A = \pi r^2 \) where r is the piston radius.

Q4: Can this calculate force in pounds?
A: Yes, after calculating in Newtons, divide by 4.448 to get pounds-force.

Q5: Does this account for friction losses?
A: No, this gives theoretical force. Actual force may be 5-15% less due to friction.