What are the applications for single and dual acting cylinders?

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2025-01-24

Single-acting cylinders are primarily used in industrial applications where force needs to be applied in one direction, such as ejecting parts/items from a conveyor. Double-acting cylinders are widely recognized in many industries as being faster, stronger, and more efficient than single-acting cylinders. Applications that require speed and force will need the help of double-acting cylinders, while light assembly work can be performed with single-acting cylinders.

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Single-acting cylinder applications

Clamping: Single-acting cylinders are used in clamping applications to hold parts or assemblies in place. For example, in the woodworking industry, single-acting cylinders hold blocks of wood in place while cutting or drilling.

Ejection: In the plastics industry, single-acting cylinders eject finished parts from molds. Compressed air pushes on a piston, pushing the finished part out of the mold.

Lifting: Single-acting cylinders can be used for lifting tasks, such as pneumatic lifts or vehicle jacks. When compressed air is supplied, it drives the piston upward, lifting the load, and then a spring or other external force pulls the piston back to its initial position.

Double-acting cylinder applications

Double-acting cylinders are used in a variety of industrial applications that require precise control of motion and force. Some common applications include:

Material Handling: Double-acting cylinders are used in material handling applications, such as conveying systems or lifting equipment. They allow for more precise control of motion and force, allowing for efficient, safe material handling.

Robotics: Double-acting cylinders are often used in robots, where precise and controlled motion is critical. They control the movement of robot arms and other components.

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Machine Tools: Double-acting cylinders are used in machine tools, such as milling machines or lathes. They precisely control cutting tools and other components, allowing for efficient, accurate machining.


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