Seal Friction Calculator

Calculate breakaway and running friction force for hydraulic cylinder seals

Input Parameters

Results

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Breakaway Force
lb
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Running Friction
lb
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Friction as Pressure
psi
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Heat Generation
BTU/hr

Reference

Breakaway friction coefficient ~0.10-0.20 Running friction coefficient ~0.03-0.08 Friction increases with pressure and seal count