Hydraulic cylinder mounting is critical requirement for hydraulic system working. Selecting the correct mounting type can help to not only prevent premature wear and equipment failure but also ensure superior performance (even in rigorous conditions) as well as higher longevity of your hydraulic systems. In this informative download, you’ll learn about different types of hydraulic cylinder mounts and factors to consider when selecting a mount.PDF -5.6 MB
1. Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting Styles Explained
There are two primary styles for hydraulic cylinder mounts: fixed, or pivot mounts. Each has its own applications and benefits but it is very important to know the differences of these styles, and how they suit or not your system needs.
Fixed Mounts Fixed mounts are attached directly to the equipment and work best with loads that move along the cylinder’s centerline. Robust and stable, but no possibility of motion through an arc.
Pivot Mounts: Pivot mounts are designed to be able to move and use pin or bearing systems for attaching the cylinder on machinery. They are ideal for applications where the load travels in an arc and can absorb pressures while still permitting pivoting of cylinder.
Common Fixed Mount Types:
Flange Mounts – A flat, rigid mounting surface for stationary cylinders. They provide good stability but not as forgiving to alignment issues.
Lug Mounts: These keep the shock moving in and out. While they can be used in high-pressure environments, the tolerance for misalignment may not be as great.
Common Pivot Mount Types:
Clevis Mounts — A pillow block that fastens to the tip of your piston rod and are best used for applications with angular arc movement. Clevis MountSecuring on the movable equipment, Clevis mounts bear the movement by absorbing most of it.
Basin Trunnion Mount: These trunnion mounts — affixed at locations throughout the cylinder body for added strength and stability versus clevis mounts They can be employed for high loading applications as an attachment with bearings.
2. Tip for Selecting a Hydraulic Cylinder Mount
Choosing The Right Type Mounting StyleThere are several factors that will affect the performance and lifespan of your hydraulic cylinder.
1. Utility and Job Environment
Some of the most important factors to consider about a hydraulic cylinder are the environments its going working in. First and foremost, you must decide if the application calls for a fixed or pivot mount. It uses known calibration points to adjust for extreme -or fluctuating- ambient temperatures – causing the cylinder, tubing or seals to expand and contract. Pick a mount that can handle these positional changes.
2. Space Requirements
Your choice of mounts are heavily impacted by space limitations And while the clevis mounts or single lug mounts are all good choices, they require more length and may not fit your particular application. As well-limited space applications may sometimes require a more compact impact mount that sacrifices nothing in there functionality.
3. Cylinder Column Load
Long-stroke or heavy column loads may require more mounting strength than conventional pin mounts can deliver, with resulting cylinder buckling. Instead, use trunnion/flange/foot mounts that retain more column strength. Moving the mount’s position from the barrel base to the front can also provide a higher column load capacity.
3. Custom Mounting Solutions
There are some standard options for mounting, but as with most products off the shelf quite won’t fit. Custom solutions can address any particular needs you may have in this aspect of the deployment process. If available standard catalog selections do not work, you can address an application specialist from your hydraulic system provider for with-them custom mounting. Tailored Mounts: Custom mounts offer individualized support and stabilization to minimize the chance of cylinder failure while optimizing system performance.
Conclusion
When it comes to an operating hydraulic system and its lifespan, choosing the proper mount for a hydraulic cylinder is essential. When you know what type of mount to use, that clarity can improve performance and reduce breakdowns if key provisions such as job purpose, room restriction and cylinder load are considered. To get a discussion regarding your hydraulic cylinder mounts and custom solutions, speak with one of our experts today. Our team is ready to assist you in finding the perfect mounting solution for your application.
