Selecting the right cylinder mounting type results in the most efficient interface between the cylinder and your equipment. This can also minimize the wear and fatigue points and results in better performance and service life for your cylinder and equipment. With so many different hydraulic cylinder mounting options on the market, how do you know which is right for your cylinder? Our team has outlined some of your options.
Common Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting Options
Flange
Bolts pass through holes in the flange to connect pipes together. This mounting type is suitable for transmitting linear force and they are very strong. There are a few different flange mounting options, including rod-end and cap-end, depending on your application. Flange mountings don’t require joins or bearings to mount, and due to their incredible strength, they are best suited for stationary hydraulic cylinders.
Trunnion
Trunnion mounts absorb force on the cylinder centerline and make the cylinder change alignment in one plane. This allows the cylinder to pivot, so this mounting type can be used with pivoting rod-end attachments that also pivot. Trunnion mounts are recommended for short strokes and small to medium bore cylinders. They are designed for shear loads only and should not be put under bending stress. This mounting type is very strong and stable, giving these properties to the hydraulic cylinder.
Clevis
Clevis mounts are used to generate a curved motion path. This mounting type is ideal for numerous applications, specifically when the cylinder is required to pivot during extension and retraction. Typically, Clevis mounts are used on mobile equipment with short-stroke applications and small to medium bore cylinders.
Lug
Lug mounts are characterized by rectangular tabs welded to the head and the cap of the hydraulic cylinder. This mounting type is known for its rigidity and strength and is intolerant to misalignment.
Customized Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting Options
Customized hydraulic cylinder mounting options can be created for nearly any application. These customized hydraulic cylinder solutions offer many benefits to your application and equipment:
Perfectly Tailored to Your Machinery
When designing a custom hydraulic cylinder solution, your manufacturer will consider all aspects of your application so we create the best product possible. When deciding on the right hydraulic cylinder mounting option, we will consider the installation space, the size of the hydraulic cylinders, the force used, and any other important requirements.
Longer Lifespan
Since hydraulic cylinder mounting options are made specifically for your application they will fit and function exactly as imagined. We design these applications to fit your equipment so they won’t break down as quickly as standard options might, and they will require less frequent maintenance compared to off-the-shelf options.
Greater Efficiency
Again, since they are made for your application, custom mounting types will make your hydraulic cylinders function more smoothly and efficiently. This allows you to continue your projects without unnecessary interruptions that could impact your production.
Turn to Aurelius To Explore the Right Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting Options for Your Application
We have over 40 years of experience manufacturing various custom hydraulic cylinders at Aurelius Manufacturing. Our team will customize dozens of hydraulic cylinders to meet your exact specifications and needs.
We believe that quality is of the utmost importance and we will work with you to resolve any issues you may see so we deliver the best product possible. Plus, with our collaborative design process, we create custom solutions that fit all of your needs.
Ready to get started? Contact our team today.
