To understand a hydraulic cylinder, one must begin by looking at how it operates. Essentially, the system involves a tightly sealed cylinder barrel, inside of which sits a piston connected to a piston rod. Hydraulic fluid—typically oil—is pumped into either side of...
For example, the cylinder might move more slowly than usual, fail to maintain pressure, or operate with less force than required for the intended application. In other instances, clear physical signs such as oil leakage around the cylinder’s exterior or visibly...
