Hydraulic cylinders come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and types. The options vary widely. Selection must be made based on such factors as:
- Environment
- Purpose
- Size
- Mount
When choosing, some OEMs prefer one type to the other. For them, the ideal may be a tie-rod hydraulic cylinder; for others, the only sensible option will be welded hydraulic cylinders.
The Welded Hydraulic Cylinder
Hydraulic cylinders are mechanical actuators. Using a linear stroke, they produce linear force. All consist of the following major components:
- Barrel
- Caps
- Head
- Piston
- Piston rod
There are also several other minor components
A welded hydraulic cylinder is a specific type of actuator. Unlike the other major category – tie-rod cylinders, the welded version does not have tie rods. Instead, it features weld with the cylinder barrel and end caps directly welded together while the ports, in turn, are welded to the cylinder barrel. The cylinder barrel is also home to a threaded or bolted front rod gland.
Why Choose A Welded Hydraulic Cylinder?
A hydraulic cylinder of this type offers several advantages over the tie rod option. Welded hydraulic cylinders:
- Are more versatile, adapting easily to customization and specialization. This contrasts with the standardized tie rod cylinders
- Offer durability because of their construction and design, of enduring harsh and contaminated environments
- Possess superior seal packages, therefore increasing the longevity of the cylinder
- Can fit into smaller, more narrow spaces making them suitable for applications where space is at a premium
- Easier to disassemble or remove for repairs
Some even praise the aesthetic lines of welded hydraulic cylinders. With a lower profile, these devices can more easily blend into the machinery.
Welded Hydraulic Cylinders
Hydraulic cylinders come in various sizes, shapes, and types. If your company is looking for options that are durable, modifiable and versatile, consider welded hydraulic cylinders. While more expensive than other options, they perform well under harsh circumstances, delivering what a company expects of them.
