Hydraulic Cylinder

Compute theoretical thrust, piston velocity and output power for double-acting hydraulic cylinders in advance/retract strokes.

Inputs

Formula

F_adv = p·πD²/4; F_ret = p·(πD²/4 − πd²/4); v = Q/A; P = F·v
FF = p × A (压力×面积)
Hydraulic Cylinder schematic

How to use

  1. Fill in Bore dia. D, Rod dia. d, Supply pressure p, Flow Q in the Inputs section (watch the unit on each field).
  2. Click Calculate; the tool evaluates the formula shown above.
  3. Read Advance thrust, Retract thrust, Piston velocity, Output power in the results area.
Formula notesCylinder force F = p·A = p·π d²/4; p = system pressure, d = piston diameter.