Pneumatic Cylinders Resources
Pneumatic linear actuators for standard, space-constrained, long-stroke, and load-carrying applications.
Product lines: ARTEC™ ISO rod cylinders, OVLPRO™ oval bore low-profile cylinders, ULTRIQ™ compact air cylinders, DURATRK™ band rodless, MAGTEC™ magnetically coupled, PNEU-SA™ enclosed cable rodless, Cable Cylinders.
Pneumatic Actuators:
A Complete Guide
ULTRIQ
Brochure
OVLPRO
Brochure
ARTEC
Brochure
ARTEC Cross Reference Guide
DURATRK
Guide
Cable Cylinder
Catalog
Rodless Cylinder Cross Reference Guide
Articles
FAQs
Selection & Sizing
Ultriq™ — When Space Is The Constraint
- ULTRIQ Pancake Cylinders FAQ
- Pancake Air Cylinders 101: The Science Behind Low-Profile, High-Force Actuation
- How ULTRIQ Cylinders Help Maximize Workspace Efficiency
- 9 Benefits of Using Compact Air Cylinders in Your Mechanical Design
- 3 Advantages of Using an Oval Bore Compact Cylinder
Ovlpro™ — Low-Profile Oval Bore
- OVLPRO Low Profile Rod Cylinder FAQ
- [VIDEO] How to Properly Size and Select an OVLPRO Rod Cylinder
- When are Oval Bore Cylinders Right for Automated Assembly for the Medical Industry?
ARTEC™ — ISO Rod Cylinders
- ARTEC Cylinders FAQ
- Advantages of ISO Pneumatic Cylinders
- ISO or NFPA: Little Differences, Big Impacts
- How ISO 6432, ISO 15552, and ISO 21287 Cylinders Make Maintenance Easier
- Direct Interchange vs. Like Product: Understanding Pneumatic Component Compatibility
Sizing Videos By Product Line
- [VIDEO] How to Size a Pneumatic Rodless Cylinder for Your Application
- [VIDEO] Actuator Sizing: DURATRK
- [VIDEO] Actuator Sizing: Cable Cylinder
- [VIDEO] Actuator Sizing: Magnetically Coupled Cylinder
- [VIDEO] Actuator Sizing: PNEU-SA
General Cylinder Selection
- What to Ask When Applying Pneumatic Rod Cylinders to a Mechanical Design
- 5 Common Mistakes Made When Sizing a Pneumatic Linear Actuator
- Comparing Single- and Double-Acting Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinders
- Selecting the Right Seals on Rodded Cylinders
- Ask the Engineer: How Do You Determine Moment Load?
- [VIDEO] Pneumatic Cylinders — Benefits of Rodded Cylinders
Choosing The Right Rodless Cylinder Type
- DURATRK Rodless Band Cylinder FAQ
- Cable Cylinders FAQ: Selection, Sizing & Configuration
- Pneumatic Actuators: Cable, Magnetically Coupled, or Band Type Rodless Cylinders?
- How to Choose the Correct Rodless Cylinder for Your Mechanical Application
- Key Considerations for Applying Pneumatic Rodless Cylinders to Your Mechanical Design
- Rodless Air Cylinders 101: The Simple Solution for Complex Motion
- Advantages of a Rodless Cylinder
Application Guides
DURATRK™
MAGTEC™ — magnetically coupled
- Product Spotlight: MAGTEC Rodless Magnetically Coupled Cylinders
- How Does a Magnetic Coupling Work?
- Magnetic Coupling: Why This Technique Works Best for Wet or Harsh Conditions
Cable Cylinders
- Is a Cable Cylinder What You Need?
- Secrets of Fluid Power: Know Your Cable Cylinders
- [VIDEO] How to Tension the Cables on Your Pneumatic Cable Cylinder
General Guides
- What Types of Cylinders Are Most Effective in the Food Processing Industry?
- ISO Pneumatic Cylinders for Food Processing Applications
- ARTEC Stainless Steel Cylinders: Fighting Harsh Environment Challenges
- Should You Use Stainless Steel Cylinders?
- Advantages of Using a Compact Cylinder for Food Processing Machinery
- Pneumatic Actuators that Handle Harsh Conditions Well
- Pneumatic Actuators in Robotics: How to Improve Production Quality and Accuracy
- 5 Reasons to Consider a Custom Cylinder For Your Industrial Application
- Selecting Actuators for Conveyor System Design
- 3 Reasons Why a Pneumatic Door Operator Is Best For Your Car Wash
- Tips for Choosing the Right Overhead Pneumatic Door Operator
- [VIDEO] Case Study: Supporting the Car Wash Industry with a 20-Year Partnership
Maintenance & Service
- How to Know When Your Pneumatic Cylinder Needs Replacement or Repair
- Partnership Makes for Easier Access to ISO Pneumatic Rod Cylinders
- ULTRIQ Cylinders: Zero-Delay Solutions for Critical Operations
- ARTEC Compact Solutions: Maximizing Uptime in Food and Beverage Industries
- How Reliable are Rodless Pneumatic Cylinders?
- Proper Maintenance for Your Rodless Cable Pneumatic Cylinder
- How to Install an External Guide on a Rodless Air Cylinder