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Hydraulic Cylinders: The Unsung Heroes of Machines
Hydraulic cylinders are like the muscles that make machines work. They're crucial in many industries like construction, aircraft maintenance, waste management, and more. These cylinders use pressurized fluid to create a lot of power, but they need regular care to keep working correctly. If they're not maintained well, they can break, sometimes causing big problems.
Here are some common reasons why hydraulic cylinders fail:
- Dirty Fluid: Imagine dust and dirt getting inside your water pipes at home. In hydraulic cylinders, something similar can happen with the fluid they use. It can scratch the insides and damage important seals, making the cylinder less efficient.
- Damaged Seals: The seals in hydraulic systems can get hurt by rough handling or dirty fluid. When these seals break, the cylinder can't keep the right pressure inside, and it won't work as well.
- Side Pressure: Hydraulic cylinders are designed to push or pull in a straight line. But sometimes, they're installed in a way that makes them push sideways. This is called side loading, and it's bad for the cylinder. It can even make it break.
- Piston Problems: The piston is like the heart of the hydraulic cylinder. It can get damaged if it's not tightened correctly or if dirty fluid gets to it. This can lead to a complete failure of the cylinder.
- Wrong Pressure: The fluid inside the cylinder needs to be at just the right pressure for it to work correctly. If the pressure goes too high or too low, the cylinder won't perform well.
- Other Issues: Sometimes, accidents can damage the cylinder from the outside. This might cause leaks or make parts bend. Also, not taking care of the cylinder properly, like using the wrong stuff in it or filling it up too much, can lead to problems.
Getting Help for Hydraulic Cylinder Issues
Problems with hydraulic cylinders can cause machines to stop working, which can lead to downtime, so it is important to take good care of them. You can prevent issues by having regular maintenance.
Hydraulic Cylinder Stockist
At VHS Hydraulic Components we are a hydraulic cylinder stockist and have vast quantities of hydraulic cylinders available, with most sizes stocked up to 1 metre stroke.
Working with our sister company Neilson Hydraulics, we also offer an in-house cylinder repair service. We offer a quick, efficient turnaround on repairs of general hydraulic cylinders, providing a detailed quotation, test certificate and serial number.
To enquire or speak to our technical team about all your hydraulic cylinder requirements, please contact VHS Hydraulic Components on: 0114 276 4430 / E: info@hydraulic-components.net or visit our website at: https://www.hydraulic-components.net