Pneumatic Cylinder - Acting Velocity
Velocity of an pneumatic cylinder can be calculated as
s = 28.8 q / A (1)
where
s = velocity (inches/sec)
q = volume flow (cubic feet/min)
A = piston area (square inches)
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