HyperCyl© Systems Comparisons
See below how HyperCyls products compare to one another. If you have any questions feel free to contact us.
| HyperCyl© | Air Cylinder | Hydraulic System | Pneumatic Toggle | |
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1 Investment |
Low to moderate vs. other systems, low installation and electrical costs. | Low to moderate depending on force required. Limited force. | Moderate to high depending on force and speed required. Requires additional floor space, electrical, and installation costs. | Moderate to high, limited force range. |
2 Operation |
Linear power curve, user adjustable within size range. Soft contact with tooling prior to power stroke. Self-contained power source. Clean, quiet, compact. | Linear power curve, user adjustable within size range. Full contact force with tooling. Large size, large controls. | Linear power curve, noisy, can run hot without oil cooler. Full contact force with tooling without special circuit. Large floor space required on high force/high speed applications. Multiple components. | Parabolic force curve. Large size, mechanical linkage requires adjustment. Selfcontained, clean. Large controls |
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4 Energy |
Very low per lb. of output force. Example: HPI-4 Series with a 4.00" stroke uses .081 SCFM per cycle vs. 1.23 SCFM for an equivalent air cylinder. | High air consumption per lb. of output force. | Electrical costs for system pump(s), motors, coolers, pre-heat elements. | High air consumption per lb. of output force. |
5 Maintenance |
*Minimal. Cylinder service consists of refilling internal oil reservoir. Only three moving parts. | Very low. May require air supply lubrication. | Very high. Oil and filter changes, oil disposal (hazardous), multiple related components. | Moderate to high. Linkage wear may alter force position and output. |
6 Setup and Use |
Use of power stroke anywhere within stroke of cylinder. Two 4-way air valves and 30-100 PSI air supply required for operation. Soft contact force reduces noise, extends tooling life. Approach, retract, and power stroke speeds and forces fully user adjustable. | High impact forces. Force constant throughout stroke. One air valve and air supply required. Output force and speed user adjustable. | High impact forces without special circuit. Many components to troubleshoot. Multiple electrical and hydraulic lines. May run hot without cooler. Typical pump/motor displaces high dB noise. Requires drip pans to contain oil leakage. | Parabolic force curve requires adjustment of press, tooling, or part stackup to attain proper force. Damage to press/tooling may result from improper setup. Requires constant lubrication. |
7 Disadvantages |
Some units are longer in length than conventional air or hydraulic cylinders. Standard power stroke limited to 1.00" of travel. Custom power stroke distance available upon request. | Large size, high air consumption. | Many system components, high energy use, oil leakage, high maintenance. | Parabolic force curve, mechanical linkages. |