Hydraulic Steering Calculator

Size orbit motor and steering cylinder for hydraulic power steering system

Input Parameters

Results

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Steering Force
lb
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Cylinder Bore
in
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Orbit Motor
cu in/rev
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Flow Required
gpm

Reference

Steering force = axle load × μ × contact patch / 3 Safety factor: 1.5× for static steering (worst case) Orbit motor disp = total cylinder volume / turns Typical steering pressure: 1500-2500 psi