Pneumatic cylinders from API Pneumatic UK

As our name might suggest, API Pneumatic UK is passionate about providing the finest pneumatic products. Among the most well-known products within our selection is our extensive range of pneumatic cylinders. From ISO cylinders to rotary actuators, and everything in between, API UK has the ideal solution for your application.

What is a pneumatic cylinder?

Pneumatic cylinders, or air cylinders (even air rams) as they’re sometimes known, are mechanical devices that produce force and movement using compressed gas (usually air). Pneumatic cylinders convert the potential energy of compressed gas into kinetic energy. As compressed gas expands, because it’s at a greater pressure than the atmospheric pressure, it forces a piston to move accordingly.

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Most pneumatic cylinders fall into one of two types: single acting or double acting. Single acting cylinders use the force generated by air to move in one direction – typically out – and a spring to return to the home position. Double acting cylinders deliver extend and retract strokes. They feature two ports that allow air in; one for the instroke and the other for the outstroke.

Pneumatic cylinders for sale

Here at API Pneumatic UK, we always like to go the extra mile. That extends to the varied nature of our pneumatic cylinder product line. We have an impressive assortment of pneumatic cylinders for sale, featuring a multitude of design innovations that make them suitable for a wide range of applications.

Cartridge Cylinders

Our cartridge cylinders feature a threaded body for easy adjustment, bulkhead mounting, mounting into pre-tapped holes and further adjustment of the end position of the stroke. Cost-effective and pre-lubricated, they are suitable for non-lubricated systems.

Compact Cylinders

Our compact cylinders include a one-piece body design with integral grooves. Reed switches can be housed within the cylinder profile, removing the need for brackets. They are also available with Integrated guide shafts that guarantee no direct loading on seals and prolong seal life.

ISO Cylinders

Our ISO 15552 pneumatic cylinders feature a lightweight construction, polyurethane seals and stainless steel piston rods. Magnetic as standard, they feature a multi-profile barrel, providing multiple reed switch mounting options and retrofit configurations.

Rotary Actuators

Our double acting pneumatic rotary actuators are available in a range of bore sizes from 40 to 125mm. Within our range, we can supply rotary cylinders with rack and pinion, hi-rotary cylinders and ARC series cylinders.

Rodless Cylinders

API Pneumatic UK’s rodless pneumatic cylinders are magnetic as standard for reed switch mounting and feature a low-profile carriage. Their design reduces overall length by 50% compared to cylinders with piston rods, making them the perfect space-saving solution.

Roundline Cylinders

Our roundline and ISO 6432 pneumatic cylinders, available in single and double acting versions, feature stainless steel barrels, making them ideal for hygienic applications, as well as stainless steel piston rods that are non-corrosive and promise a longer service life.

Short Stroke Cylinders

Our short stroke cylinders, which conform to ISO 15524, offer a compact design and space saving dimensions. With an extruded barrel, featuring integrated slots, API short stroke pneumatic cylinders enable reed switches to be housed within the cylinder profile, which means no brackets are required.

Where to buy pneumatic cylinders

If you’re in the market for high quality, cost-effective pneumatic cylinders, dispatched within 24 hours (or on a same day basis if you’d prefer), with the added value of expert technical advice, then API Pneumatic UK is the pneumatic supplier for you. For more information, please contact us today on 01782 206995 or email [email protected].