Pneumatic Cylinder Accessories

Air Cylinder accessories of different models and different standards are generally not interchanged. When ordering Pneumatic Cylinder Accessories, please note the specifications and parameters of the corresponding cylinder. If the standard and model of the cylinder are same, the cylinder accessories can be used interchangeably.Pneumatic Cylinder Tube.

Pneumatic Cylinder is the executing component in pneumatic systems, mainly used to convert the pressure energy of compressed air into mechanical energy, generating linear or oscillatory motion. The construction of pneumatic cylinders is complex and includes multiple key components. Below are some common components and their functions:

Cylinder Barrel: This is the main body of a cylinder, typically a cylindrical container used to accommodate pistons and other internal components. The cylinder barrel must be strong enough to withstand the pressure of compressed air inside.

Piston: located inside the cylinder and in close contact with the inner wall of the cylinder barrel. When compressed air enters the cylinder, the piston moves inside the cylinder barrel, generating thrust or tension.

Piston Rod: The part that connects the piston to the external mechanical structure and is used to transmit the linear motion of the piston.

End caps/caps: fixed at both ends of the cylinder barrel, sealing the internal space of the cylinder and supporting the piston rod and other components. The front cover usually includes a guiding component for the piston rod.

Seals: Used to prevent gas leakage and ensure smooth movement of the piston within the cylinder barrel. It mainly includes piston sealing rings, rod sealing rings, and dust sealing rings.

Guide bushing: Helps the piston rod maintain the correct direction of movement, reducing friction and wear.

Buffer Device: Some cylinders are equipped with buffer devices to slow down the speed of piston movement when it reaches the end point, preventing impact and noise.

Magnetic switches: Some cylinders have built-in or external magnetic switches used to detect the position of the piston and control the action of the cylinder.

Exhaust Flow Control Valve: Sometimes integrated into the cylinder, it is used to regulate the exhaust speed and control the speed of the piston.

These components work together to enable the pneumatic cylinder to effectively convert the energy of compressed air into the required mechanical motion. According to specific application requirements, pneumatic cylinders may also include other specially designed components to meet specific functional requirements.