Conforti hydraulic cylinders — technical centre

Practical guides and comparisons for Conforti Oleodinamica hydraulic cylinders to ISO 6020/2 and ISO 6022: how to choose a double-acting cylinder and calculate the force, what to replace Parker and Bosch Rexroth cylinders with, when to choose KIT components, the difference between modular and welded construction, nickel-plated cylinders instead of all-stainless and position sensors. All verified against the manufacturer's catalogues.

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How to choose a double-acting hydraulic cylinder — tie-rod series CD / DK
Cylinder selection

How to choose a double-acting hydraulic cylinder

7 steps from force and bore through buckling, pressure and mounting to seals and cushioning. Including the force calculation and a real-world example.

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Cylinder interchangeability to ISO — heavy-duty series DP (ISO 6022)
Interchangeability to ISO

Interchangeability of competitor-brand cylinders

A cylinder to ISO 6020/2 / 6022 (Parker, Bosch Rexroth, Atos, Duplomatic…) replaces yours 1:1 with no machine changes. Series cross-reference table, replacement procedure and a 3D model right away.

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Conforti KIT hydraulic cylinders — ISO building set
Guide · assembly and maintenance

Cylinder assembly, maintenance and servicing (KIT)

Golden rules of assembly (alignment, end-of-stroke shocks, piston rod protection, bleeding), longer service life and servicing with KIT components to ISO 6020/2 and 6022.

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Modular vs. welded hydraulic cylinders — flange series HD / HK
Construction · TCO

Modular vs. welded cylinders

Serviceability, interchangeability to ISO, parts availability and total cost of ownership. When each construction pays off.

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Nickel-plated cylinders as a replacement for all-stainless
Corrosive environments

Nickel-plated cylinders instead of all-stainless

20 µm electroless nickel + stainless piston rod = 1200 h in salt spray at a lower cost. For the food industry, pharmaceutical, machine washdown and water infrastructure.

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MD hydraulic cylinder with magnetic position sensors SR / SH
Sensors · feedback

Position sensors for hydraulic cylinders

Magnetic SR/SH (MD), SP sensor (MP), inductive proximity SPV/SPZ/SPK and servo transducer. Which sensor for which cylinder and application.

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Applications and prices of industrial hydraulic cylinders — compact RP / MP / RQ series and more
Applications & prices

Applications and prices of industrial hydraulic cylinders

Where each series is used — presses, automation, machine tools, steelworks, food industry. Indicative prices, lead times and honestly, where not to buy our cylinder.

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