A hydraulic cylinder is a hydraulic cylinder, right? Keep the seals in good shape and change the oil on time, and everything is perfect.
Well—not quite. While hydraulic cylinders are powerful, and they can help you get a lot done, specialization is key to completing work efficiently. Different types of hydraulic cylinders, like welded swivel mount and tie-rod hydraulic cylinders, have different strengths and work better in different applications. So when do you need a special cylinder?
Specialized Hydraulic Cylinders
The first step in choosing a special hydraulic cylinder is identifying what it does well and what applications it works best in.
Welded swivel mount hydraulic cylinders, for example, offer greater flexibility since they can move freely from one angle to another while remaining attached to the rest of the machine. This makes them useful in both construction and agricultural applications.
But what about tie-rod hydraulic cylinders? The name refers to the way tie-rod hydraulic cylinders are secured. With extra external rods holding the cylinder in place, tie-rod cylinders are both easy to disassemble for maintenance purposes and very secure. While they don’t offer the flexibility of swivel mount cylinders, tie-rod hydraulic cylinders are still useful in other construction and agricultural applications when the ability to withstand extreme pressure and durability are more important than flexibility. Because they are precise and powerful, tie-rod hydraulic cylinders are also a popular choice for manufacturing applications.
Other Options
Of course, these are only two of the hydraulic cylinder variations we offer at Dalton Hydraulic. But by following this simple guide of identifying cylinder strengths and best applications, you’re sure to find the one you need. And if you need a little more specialization, you’re always welcome to contact us about our custom hydraulic cylinders, made to fit your needs perfectly.