American Cylinder Co., Inc.
Low Profile LPC Series Compact Air Cylinder
Low-profile air cylinders are useful equipment in industrial environments when space is limited. Their small shape makes installation easier in confined places and saves precious floor space. These cylinders are commonly used in sectors such as automation, robotics, and packaging to provide accurate movement in a variety of systems. American Cylinder is committed to meeting your low profile air cylinder needs and welcomes your challenge to demonstrate our problem-solving talents.
Low Profile Pneumatic Cylinders Types
- Single Acting
- Double Acting
- Reverse Acting
- LPC Switches
Rod Types
- Single End Rod
- Double Rod End
Low Profile Air Cylinder Options
- Bore Sizes Ranging From 9/16" thru over 2"
- Stroke Selection
- Mounting Style
- Magnet Option
- Seal Material
- FKM
- Rod End Options
- Extra Rod Extension
STANDARD CYLINDER BENEFITS AND FEATURES
Body
American Cylinder’s custom designed aluminum extrusion. Machined, burnished and hardcoated inside and out to provide long life, low friction and reliable operation.
Rod
Hard chrome plated Type 303 Stainless Steel provides a hard interface for the high quality Duralon® Rod Bearing.
Rod Bearing
High performance self-lubricating Duralon® rod bearings provide high load carrying capacity and low running friction. Unsightly dark oily residue is eliminated by using the Duralon® Bushing in conjunction with the hard chrome plated rod material.
End Caps (Rod Guide & Rear Head):
High strength anodized aluminum for light weight and corrosion resistance.
Springs
Springs for spring action cylinders are made from music wire and designed for millions of trouble free cycles.
Carboxylated Nitrile Rod & Piston Seals
Special compound internally lubricated carboxylated nitrile Quad-X rod & piston seals ensure positive sealing while providing low friction and maximum resistance against seal wear. Additional special seal compounds and lubricants are available upon request.
Repairable
Snap ring construction with a minimal amount of component parts offers ease of disassembly. (See Warning on page 6 of the Product Catalog)
Prelubricated
All cylinders are factory lubricated with a non-toxic, non-flammable, USDA listed teflon based lubricant. The non-staining, odorless, non-migratory nature of this lubricant provides lubricity for millions of trouble free cycles
Temperature Rating
The standard LPC® Series seals are recommended for temperatures from -20°F to 200°F (-25°C to 95°C). Fluoroelastomer seals are available as an option for high temperature applications up to 325°F (163°C) and/or chemical compatibility. Special seal compounds and lubricants are available upon request.
Pre-Tested
The quality of each cylinder is assured by testing each unit for leakage prior to shipment. Quality control provides added value to American cylinders.
Magnet for Sensing Switch Actuation
American Cylinder’s custom internal magnet designed to actuate American’s Low Profile Reed or Solid State Switches. (Optional, Refer to page 1 of the Product Catalog.)
Body Grooved T Slots
Designed to accept American’s Low Profile Reed or Solid State Switches. (See pages 7 and 8 of the Product Catalog for specification data on switches)
The LPC Series interchanges with many other pancake/flat/space saving cylinders
