Pneumatic Guided Cylinders

Pneumatic guided cylinders are specially designed mechanical components used to move heavy or off-centre loads attached to industrial machinery. With integrated ball bearing guides, they help absorb side forces during lateral movement. Guide blocks ensure even distribution of these forces, maintaining stability. Some models also feature cushioning plates to reduce operational noise, prolong the unit’s lifespan, and are available in both single and double rod versions.

Double-acting guided cylinders are commonly chosen when force is required in both extension and retraction directions, especially when greater thrust than a single-acting cylinder can offer is needed.

At Pneumatic Resources, we stock a diverse selection of pneumatic guided cylinders with double-acting drives. These include bore sizes from 4 mm to 100 mm, pressure ratings such as 8 bar, 10 bar, and up to 1 MPa, with stroke lengths ranging from 5 mm to 300 mm.

Applications of Pneumatic Guided Cylinders

These cylinders provide guided support to ensure that heavy loads remain steady while moving, preventing them from slipping or toppling. They are particularly useful in conveyor applications where loads must travel vertically or horizontally across belts or platforms.

Types of Pneumatic Guided Cylinders

Multi-mount cylinders – Designed for modular use, allowing multiple units to be connected together to handle increased load capacity.

Dual-rod cylinders – Ideal for enhancing strength and stability, reducing rod and piston wear by evenly distributing loads across two rods.

Slide cylinders – Equipped with rigid, non-rotating platforms that ensure precise, stable support, particularly useful for very heavy loads.

Single-acting or double-acting cylinders – Selected based on the amount of force and directionality needed for the application.

Compact cylinders – A space-saving option ideal for tight installations where performance must be balanced with a smaller footprint.