Click to see additional instructions What size (diameter) cylinder is required to extend with 500 lbs force with an operating pressure of 85 psi?
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The force can be calculated using the formula: Force = Pressure x Area Given that the force is 500 lb and the operating pressure is 85 psi, we can rearrange the formula to solve for the area: Area = Force / Pressure Area = 500 lb / 85 psi Show more…
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