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Pneumatic cylinders（Air cylinder） convert compressed air into linear motion. When you use it for a long time, the air cylinder's performance will decrease and even fail. The easy guide on pneumatic cylinder repair and maintenance to learn about the signs and causes of cylinder problems.

Side loading

Side loading in a pneumatic cylinder refers to the application of external forces or loads on the piston rod of the cylinder, which are not aligned with the cylinder's axis. uneven or accelerated piston rod and bearing wear, seal failure, and cylinder tube scoring, among others. Sideloading typically arises from improper cylinder installation into the operating system. If a load is applied to the cylinder from a direction that is not aligned with the cylinder axis, it can cause the cylinder to wear out faster or even malfunction. It can cause issues like uneven or accelerated piston rod and bearing wear, seal failure, and cylinder tube scoring, and prompt repairs are necessary to prevent further damage.

Insufficient lubrication

It is crucial to maintain proper lubrication. Without thorough and constant lubrication, the cylinder's seals will dry out and eventually fail. so please remember The seals within the cylinder require thorough and constant lubrication or else they will dry out and fail. 

Contamination

Particulate matter, oil, water, and other substances can block the operating parts of the cylinder, thereby reducing its functionality and potentially causing total system failure. Contaminants can restrict free movement within the cylinder by blocking the operating parts

Synchronization issues

A system with more than one pneumatic cylinder requires perfect synchronization of each component to operate effectively. If the pneumatic cylinders fall out of synchronization, the machine will stop functioning correctly, and the entire system may fail.

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