Pneumatic Cylinder Force Calculator
Calculate pneumatic cylinder force based on pressure, cylinder diameter, and efficiency. Essential for pneumatic system design and selection.
Formulas
Extending Force
F = P × A × η
Where A = π × (D/2)² (full bore area)
Retracting Force
F = P × A × η
Where A = π × ((D/2)² - (d/2)²) (annulus area, D = bore, d = rod)
Variables
- F = Force (N, lbf, kgf)
- P = Pressure (Pa, psi, bar)
- A = Effective Area (m²)
- η = Efficiency (decimal, typically 0.85-0.95)
- D = Bore Diameter
- d = Rod Diameter