Understanding Long Stroke
Pneumatic Cylinders:
Design, Functionality, And
Applications
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Introduction
Ever wondered how automated
assembly lines work? Pneumatics
are often the answer!
This presentation explores long-stroke
pneumatic cylinders, their design,
function, and applications.
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What are Pneumatic
Systems?
Compressor FRL Unit
Directional
Control Valves
Creates
compressed air.
Filters,
regulates, and
lubricates air.
Control air flow
and direction.
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Anatomy of Long-Stroke
Pneumatic Cylinders
Barrel Piston
Cylinder
Ends
Seals
Main body
housing the
piston
Disc
separating
compressed
air chambers,
transmitting
force.
Secure the
piston rod and
barrel, with air
inlet/outlet
ports.
Prevent air
leakage
(critical for
long
strokes).
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Working Principles
A precisely
machined
piston
separates two
chambers
within the
cylinder.
When
compressed
air enters one
chamber, the
pressure
difference
pushes the
piston.
A larger bore
translates to
higher force
output in
long-stroke
cylinders.
The piston rod
extends or
retracts,
transmitting
force for
linear
actuation.
Advantages:
● Higher Force Output: Ideal for
pushing heavier loads.
● Improved Torque: Can generate
higher torque for rotational
applications.
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Long Stroke vs. Short Stroke
Cylinders
Disadvantages:
● Slower Speed: Takes more time to
complete a stroke.
● Bulkier Design: Less space-efficient.
Advantages:
● Faster Speeds: Quicker extension and
retraction cycles.
● Compact Size: Ideal for applications
with limited space.
Short Stroke Cylinders
Long Stroke Cylinders
Disadvantages:
● Lower Force Output: Less force
generation compared to long strokes.
● Reduced Torque: Less suitable for
rotational applications.
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Applications Across
Industries
Automotive Manufacturing Robotics
Vehicle assembly
(welding, painting),
pneumatic systems
(braking,
suspension, engine
control).
Material handling,
packaging,
machining
(enhancing
productivity and
automation).
Pick-and-place
operations,
welding, cutting
(enabling precise
movements).
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Understanding Long Stroke Pneumatic Cylinders: Design, Functionality, And Applications

  • 1.
    Understanding Long Stroke PneumaticCylinders: Design, Functionality, And Applications www.airmaxindia.com
  • 2.
    www.airmaxindia.com Introduction Ever wondered howautomated assembly lines work? Pneumatics are often the answer! This presentation explores long-stroke pneumatic cylinders, their design, function, and applications.
  • 3.
    www.airmaxindia.com What are Pneumatic Systems? CompressorFRL Unit Directional Control Valves Creates compressed air. Filters, regulates, and lubricates air. Control air flow and direction.
  • 4.
    www.airmaxindia.com Anatomy of Long-Stroke PneumaticCylinders Barrel Piston Cylinder Ends Seals Main body housing the piston Disc separating compressed air chambers, transmitting force. Secure the piston rod and barrel, with air inlet/outlet ports. Prevent air leakage (critical for long strokes).
  • 5.
    www.airmaxindia.com Working Principles A precisely machined piston separatestwo chambers within the cylinder. When compressed air enters one chamber, the pressure difference pushes the piston. A larger bore translates to higher force output in long-stroke cylinders. The piston rod extends or retracts, transmitting force for linear actuation.
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    Advantages: ● Higher ForceOutput: Ideal for pushing heavier loads. ● Improved Torque: Can generate higher torque for rotational applications. www.airmaxindia.com Long Stroke vs. Short Stroke Cylinders Disadvantages: ● Slower Speed: Takes more time to complete a stroke. ● Bulkier Design: Less space-efficient. Advantages: ● Faster Speeds: Quicker extension and retraction cycles. ● Compact Size: Ideal for applications with limited space. Short Stroke Cylinders Long Stroke Cylinders Disadvantages: ● Lower Force Output: Less force generation compared to long strokes. ● Reduced Torque: Less suitable for rotational applications.
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    www.airmaxindia.com Applications Across Industries Automotive ManufacturingRobotics Vehicle assembly (welding, painting), pneumatic systems (braking, suspension, engine control). Material handling, packaging, machining (enhancing productivity and automation). Pick-and-place operations, welding, cutting (enabling precise movements).
  • 8.
    Phone: +91 7567860865 Website:www.airmaxindia.com Thank You For Watching Address: Plot no. 133, "HYDINT HOUSE", B/h. Cozy Hotel, Narol Road, Ahmedabad - 382 405. (Gujarat) - INDIA. Contact Us