Ranger Caradoc Hydraulics Ltd Blog

By producing a unidirectional force from a unidirectional stroke, hydraulic cylinders create a versatile force that is used in hundreds of commercial and industrial applications. Small hydraulic cylinders are used on a daily basis in the automotive manufacturing, oil and gas, forestry and logging, mining, and construction sectors, among others. This article is about the characteristics of a good small hydraulic cylinder supplier, but before we continue, it is worth discussing what constitutes a ‘small’ cylinder and what differences there are (if any) compared to larger cylinders.

Manufacturers in many different sectors use hydraulic cylinders with various designs and specifications. To get the cylinder of the right specifications for your application, it is important to pay thorough attention to the design process.

Why choose Ranger Caradoc when looking for a hydraulic solution, as opposed to one of our competitors?

As we have seen, hydraulic cylinders vary widely in size and type, depending on your application and the force required.

Basic single acting cylinders can be purchased from as little as £30 per unit and double acting cylinders from £50-£800 per unit, but this doesn’t include installation, design or integration with other components.

There are two main mistakes that machine manufacturers fall into when sourcing hydraulic cylinders. Either the wrong size is ordered, or the wrong mountings. Both mistakes have serious implications for businesses and there are common reasons why they happen. Understanding the reasons for these mistakes makes them easier to avoid, especially with the assistance of a hydraulics specialist such as Ranger Caradoc.

When you buy hydraulic cylinders, one of the most important things to know is how they are tested. The reasons for this are varied, and all of them are important. There are many things that can go awry during the manufacture and assembly of a hydraulic cylinder, and it is imperative that it be rigorously tested by an experienced professional before use.

When you look for hydraulic cylinders, you may wonder why there is such a big range in prices. The simple fact is that there are a lot of manufactures of hydraulic cylinders in the world, and any number of factors will affect the price you pay. Here at Ranger Caradoc, we have been manufacturing hydraulic cylinders for decades, and can give you some insight into the world of hydraulics.

When you look for new hydraulic cylinders, there are some things you should think about when you open a dialogue with a potential supplier. If you are looking for replacement parts, or need to have whole cylinders replaced, be aware that all hydraulic cylinders are not created equal. Like any motor, a hydraulic cylinder is assembled by hand, and needs to be tested before use. If your supplier can't tell you who tested the cylinder you're buying, you may want to stop and consider a few things.

In many cases the hydraulic cylinders you need for a project simply won't be available in a standard size. This means that you will have to have your cylinders fabricated. When you go to look for a supplier there are some very important things to be aware of, and also some ideas to keep in mind when you are sourcing your custom components.