Pneumatic Cylinder Force Calculator
Force = pressure × piston area on extend, minus the rod area on retract. Enter bore, rod, and pressure to size a cylinder or check one on a reject or divert.
Free, no login. Your inputs are saved in this browser. Values are engineering references — verify against manufacturer data and applicable codes before a final design.
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