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Rod Cylinder Estimator
Calculate extension and retraction forces for hydraulic cylinders
Input Parameters
Calculation Results
Enter your cylinder specifications and click "Calculate Forces" to see results
Calculation Formulas
Bore Area: π × (Bore Diameter / 2)²
Rod Area: π × (Rod Diameter / 2)²
Extension Force: Bore Area × Pressure
Retraction Force: (Bore Area - Rod Area) × Pressure
Volume: Bore Area × Stroke Length