Double-Acting Hydraulic Cylinders
Hydraulic power in both directions, the ram extends and retracts under full hydraulic control.
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Push and Pull, Both Under Power
A double-acting cylinder has hydraulic ports on both ends, so oil powers the ram out and powers it back in. That means controlled retraction under load, faster cycle times, and the ability to pull as well as push, no spring required.
When You Need Double-Acting
Choose double-acting for pulling applications, fast repetitive cycles, precise positioning, and any horizontal or overhead work where a return spring can't reliably retract the ram. If the job needs speed and control in both directions, this is the cylinder.
Advantages Over Single-Acting
- Powered retraction: no spring to wear out
- Pull as well as push
- Faster cycle times for production work
- Controlled lowering of heavy loads
Spec It With Our Team
Tell us your tonnage, stroke and cycle needs and we'll match a Power Team double-acting cylinder, plus the right double-acting pump and valve, to your application. Call 832-671-0978 or request a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hydraulic ports on both ends. Oil powers the ram out and powers it back in, so retraction is under full hydraulic control rather than depending on a spring or the load.
Pulling applications, fast repetitive cycles, precise positioning, and any horizontal or overhead work where a return spring cannot reliably retract the ram. If the job needs speed and control in both directions, this is the family.
Because a load coming back down under gravity is not controlled. Hydraulic retraction lets you set the rate, hold at any point, and bring the ram back with the load still on it.
Yes, and the right valve too. A double-acting cylinder needs a pump and valve arrangement that can send oil to either end. Pairing one with a single-acting pump does not work.
Tell us your tonnage, stroke and cycle needs on 832-671-0978 and we will match a Power Team double-acting cylinder plus the right pump and valve.
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