Physics
Piston Force Calculator
Find the force a piston produces from pressure and bore.
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A piston's force is the fluid pressure acting over its face area.
The math behind it
F = P·A, where A = π·(bore/2)². A wider bore multiplies the force for the same pressure.
Worked Example
10 bar on a 50 mm bore → about 1963 N.Frequently Asked Questions
Why use a bigger cylinder?
Larger area gives more force at the same pressure.
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