The A-Z of API UK Stainless Steel Pneumatic Cylinders

API UK manufactures pneumatic double acting cylinders in stainless steel to supply into the most demanding industries. Produced in the highest grade AISI 316 stainless steel, these products have been developed for use in environments where high performance, durability and reliability are critical, such as pharmaceutical, food processing, marine and oil and gas. Set out below are the specifications and advantages of stainless steel pneumatic cylinders available from API UK:

ISO 15552 double acting stainless steel pneumatic cylinders

The AMX series offers a range of pneumatic double-acting cylinders manufactured from stainless steel.

Key features:
– Operating pressure of 1-10 bar
– Temperature range of -20C to 80C
– Manufactured to ISO 15552 (formerly ISO 6431)

Advantages:
– Magnetic barrel manufactured from 316L stainless steel allows for reed switch mounting options
– Round tube and external tie rods with adjustable cushioning
– Polyurethane scraper seal, ideal for chemical and food processing industries
– Polyurethane rod seal ensures low friction and long service
– Option for FKM seals and scraper ring, suitable for high temperatures
– End caps have no external casting cavities, eliminating contamination traps
– Easily replaceable rod seals via a specially designed nose
– Fully compatible with competitor accessories

ISO 6432 double acting stainless steel roundline cylinders

The MDX and MDMX series of pneumatic double acting cylinders are manufactured in stainless steel and conform to ISO 6432.

Key features:
– Operating pressure of 1-10 bar
– Temperature range of -20C to 80C
– Manufactured to ISO 6432

Advantages:
– Heads are connected with the tube through rolling to guarantee perfect tightening
– Nitrile rubber cushioning relieves the impact of the piston
– Polyurethane rod seal ensures low friction and long service
– FKM seals available for high-temperature environments

Within the ISO 6432 range of pneumatic double acting cylinders, there is the option of magnetic or non-magnetic barrels:
– The MDMX series of stainless steel roundline cylinders is magnetic, therefore allowing reed switch mounting options.
– The MDX series of stainless steel roundline cylinders in non-magnetic.

Advantages of all API UK stainless steel pneumatic double acting cylinders

There are a number of benefits that can be seen across all API UK stainless steel pneumatic cylinders:

– All are NSF pre-lubricated, making them low-friction so that they are suitable for non-lubricated compressed air systems.
– All are safe for food contact, as they have been designed to conform to FDA 21 CFR 178
– ATEX standard versions are available for use in high-risk explosive areas.

API UK is proud to support the most demanding industries with durable, reliable and safe solutions. For further information, please contact us.