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Calculator
Calculate hydraulic press tonnage, cylinder sizing, and approach/press speeds
Input Parameters
Required Tonnage (tons)
System Pressure (psi)
Press Stroke (in)
Approach Distance (in)
Desired Cycle Time (sec)
Calculate
Results
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Cylinder Bore
in
--
Press Flow Required
gpm
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Approach Speed
in/s
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Press Speed
in/s
Reference
Force (lb) = Tonnage × 2000 Cylinder area = Force / Pressure Approach: fast (low pressure), Press: slow (full pressure) Typical cycle: 30% approach, 40% press, 30% return