Bimba Cylinder
You can create a 3-Position cylinder from any single stage series of cylinder (Note: not available on multi-stage products). 3-Position cylinders simplify machine designs by eliminating the need for an additional cylinder to create a third position. They reduce space and the cost to mount multiple cylinders.
Bore sizes: 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3-1/4", 4", 5", 6", 8"
3-Position cylinders can be built with any single stage cylinders
Simplifies machine designs, eliminates additional cylinder needs to create third position
The micro-adjust option (MA) can be used to create an adjustable mid-stroke position
A variety of options are available to modify these cylinders to any application
Care must be used to provide proper air control valving and cylinder position performance
With the same distinct design as the original thruster series, including a black anodized body and precision re-circulating ball bearings, Bimba's “T4” provides ultra smooth actuation. At the same time, four guide shafts, instead of the typical two, double the load-carrying capacity and reduce deflection. T4 series thrusters are rated for pressures up to 250 PSI.
Bores sizes: 2”, 2-1/2”, 3”
Standard stroke lengths of 1” to 12”
Optional features include internal and external bumpers, air cushions, and more
Magnetic position sensing are also available
Custom strokes up to 36” available
Four guide shafts achieve doubled capacity and reduced deflection
Tandem cylinders can achieve constant velocities, even in slow speed applications, where air cylinders typically struggle to provide consistent velocity. This is accomplished by metering the flow of the oil cylinder. Since one cylinder is oil filled, you can control loads from a run away condition or absorb shock loads.
Smooth pivot operation, overhung load applications achieved by min. effects of gravity
Combine any series of cylinders in tandem for maximum design possibilities
Several design schematics available to accommodate many applications
Dual tank design for maximum flexibility and speed
Single tank design for slower cycle rates, reducing component costs
Permanent lubrication design provides outstanding service life. Click here to learn more!
The new "Blue and Improved" Original Line® All Stainless Steel Repairable cylinder is ideal for food processing, chemical, medical, pharmaceutical, offshore or marine equipment, energy production, or waste management applications. A bell ring design offers the benefit of full repairability without using hand tools by securing the body to the rod guide with a knurled, threaded nut.
Bore sizes: 3/4", 1-1/16"
Maximum Pressure Rating: 250 PSI
Composite FDA approved rod bearing and FDA approved lubricant
304 stainless steel body
303 stainless steel end caps, piston rod, and bell ring nut
Low friction Buna N "U" Cup seals and rod wiper
You can mix and match any series of cylinder together to create a “back to back” design. They must have the same bore size, and will be built as one unit that utilizes common tie-rods. Mounts include a full range of base, tie-rod, and head or cap trunnions for pivot mounting, or multiple mounts. Back to back cylinders provide positive “hard” stop positioning.
Combine any two series together for limitless design possibilities
Different stroke lengths can be provided for endless stroke position possibilities
“Hard” stops are provided with all four positions
Back-to-back cylinders are built with standard parts, reducing overall costs
Spacers can be used between the cylinders to allow room for side by side cap porting
Permanent lubrication design provides outstanding service life. Click here to learn more!
Rated to 250 psi, Bimba's T series thruster is constructed of a 304 stainless steel body, high-strength aluminum alloy porting ends, 303 stainless steel piston rods, Buna N "U" cup seals, sintered bronze rod guide bushing, and more. High temperature option V seals rated for higher temperature applications are also available.
Bore sizes: 9/16", 3/4", 1-1/16", 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3"
Series standard stroke lengths range from 1” increments to 6” and 1” increments to 12”
Stroke lengths beyond maximum are available
Options: internal bumpers, external bumpers on the guide shafts, cushions, and more
Alternate seal materials and lubricants for a wide variety of applications
The rear of the cylinder must be supported in horizontal applications
Bimba Ultran® Rodless cylinders feature magnets on the carriage and piston that form a strong bond that holds them together. When the cylinder is actuated, the piston and carriage move back and forth as one unit. Common application uses for this cylinder include transferring product, feeding, opening doors, cutting, and more.
Bore sizes: 5/16", 7/16", 9/16", 3/4", 7/8", 1-1/16", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 2"
Space savings of nearly 50% in most models
Composite self-lubricating bearings
Carriage magnetically coupled to the piston
Pressure rating: 100 PSI (air or hydraulic)
Temperature range: 0°F to 170°F
Mead Centaur cylinders are built to match tie-rod performance, but are up to 45% less expensive and offer lubrication-free service. Centaur cylinders are not permanently crimped like most other round cylinders, so they can be disassembled for maintenance. The Centaur cylinders are available with multiple mounts.
Bore sizes: 1-1/8", 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3"
Teflon® piston seal eliminates forward lurch that occurs when rubber seals breakaway
Flush bottom cylinder mounts directly onto a base plate with only two bolts
The pivot bracket is built-in for easy pivoting at the inlet axis
Centaur's trunnions serve both as mounts and as assembly elements
Rubber bumpers are built into each cylinder head to eliminate the metallic "clank"
Bimba's TE series thrusters are rated to 250 psi. These actuators feature a 304 stainless steel body, uses high-strength aluminum alloy porting ends, 303 stainless steel piston rods, Buna N "U" cup seals, and a sintered bronze rod guide bushing. High temperature option V seals rated for higher temperature applications are also available.
Bore sizes: 9/16", 3/4", 1-1/16", 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3"
Standard stroke lengths range from 1” increments to 6” and 1” increments to 12"
Stroke lengths beyond maximum are available
Options: internal bumpers, external bumpers on the guide shafts, cushions and more
Alternate seal materials and lubricants for a wide variety of applications
The rear of the cylinder must be supported in horizontal applications
This miniature cube cylinder is a double acting cylinder designed for applications requiring tight spaces and low output forces. It is often used in the semiconductor industry, where several of them are mounted side by side in a test fixture for circuit board continuity testing. Other applications include silicon wafer processing.
Bore sizes: 0.188"
1/2" x 1/2" x 1/2" cube dimensions
303 stainless steel piston rod
Weighs only 0.25 oz.
Maximum Pressure: 100 PSI (air only)
Stroke length: 0.125"
This 1-1/4" bore diaphragm cylinder is designed for clamping applications with minimal friction losses. Its short overall height allows the cylinder to fit into tight spaces. The diaphragm design eliminates the traditional piston rod resulting in minimal friction. To achieve maximum cylinder life, limiting the cylinder to less than full extension in the clamping operation is recommended.
Bore sizes: 1-1/4"
Aluminum body
Operating Temperature: 150°F
Diaphragm: 50 Durometer Nitrile
Maximum Pressure: 120 PSI (air only)
Stroke length: 0.12"
The DPM is ideal for measuring and gauging applications. The measurement repeatability, when combined with the PFC, is 0.001 inch per inch of stroke. The DPM supplies the PFC with a very accurate excitation voltage and has a 16 bit A/D converter. The DPM/PFC combination can be used as a Go/No Go gauge for in process quality control.
RS 485/232 and Device Net communications compatible
Analog control compatibility card (16 bit resolution) 0-20 or 4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC output
Relay card
120 VAC Input Voltage
CE Compliant
NEMA 4X/IP65 sealed front bezel
The Bimba Twin Bore cylinder is a small cross-section, double bore cylinder that provides highly accurate linear motion. These cylinders incorporate extra long piston rod bearings, resulting in high radial load capacity. Twin bore cylinders are symmetric and can be mounted from either side to allow convenient port access.
Standard metric threads for ports, mounting, and rods (Specify "E" option for inch threads)
Bore sizes: 6mm, 8mm, 12mm, 16mm, 20mm, 25mm, 32mm
Bumpers standard on all models
Options available for side mounting holes and shock absorbers
Single and double end rod units are available
Delrin® and ball bushing styles available
Bimba Double-Wall® cylinders convert into six NFPA mounting styles and utilize easy to assemble "bolt on" mounting kits. An epoxy coated aluminum tie-tube outer shell protects the inner 304 stainless steel body tube from harsh environments. This design allows these cylinders to withstand dents and dings that would normally cause single wall cylinders to fail.
Bore sizes: 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3-1/4", 4"
Six NFPA rod end options
Aluminum alloy self aligning head
Hard chrome plated rod
Quick delivery of catalog models — off the shelf to 3 days!
Custom designed cylinders available to meet your exact specifications and requirements
Dyna-Mation DM1 cylinders are designed to generate high performance in most applications. They incorporate an internal bronze rod bearing and tie-rod construction that allow for strength and flexure. Mead offers a wide variety of mounting and accessory options, including a non-rotating rod, non-lube seals, high temp seals, and magnetic piston options.
Bore sizes: 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3-1/4", 4", 6"
Available with pneumatic end-of-stroke sensors (Inter-Pilots™)
Available with cushions for shock absorbtion
Available as double rod cylinders
Ten different mounts to choose from for most bore sizes
Cylinders are made to order, common options typically do not delay shipping
