The use of a cylinder depends on the application of its mechanical equipment. The basic function of the pneumatic cylinder is to generate movement and force from the air pressure through the inflow of pressurized gas. The specific function of the pneumatic cylinder will depend on the application of the product. In manufacturing, air cylinders are commonly used to open valves, pick items on or off conveyor belts, and lift heavy objects. The difference in air pressure produces force and motion, which in turn produces work. This article will briefly introduce the classification knowledge of cylinders.
Pneumatic cylinders are widely used in industries that require fast, powerful linear drives for moving gates, valves, levers and presses. Pneumatic cylinders come with bores and strokes, ranging in size from fractions of an inch to several feet. They are powered by a few pounds to hundreds of pounds of compressed air per square inch and can provide thousands of pounds of push or pull.
Cylinder equipment uses the pressure of gas to do work, especially linear work. The word "pneumatic" comes from the Greek and refers to air, which is a very common type of gas used in pneumatic cylinders. Air can easily be sucked in, compressed, and then fed into a pneumatic system without the same dangers as other gases. Some inert gases (noble gases) can be used instead, but these must be ordered or manufactured and pre-compressed in tanks and are more limited in use.