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Hydraulic Cylinder Calculator

Find push and pull force, extend and retract speed, and the flow rate a hydraulic cylinder needs.

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mm
mm
bar
mm
L/min
Push Force (Extend)
Pull Force (Retract)

💡 Forces are theoretical — real output is typically 5–10% lower from seal friction and back-pressure on the return side. Retract force is always lower than extend because the rod takes up part of the piston area. Watch rod buckling on long strokes.