American Cylinder Co., Inc.
Miniature Air Cylinder
American’s Mini-Pak® Compact Pneumatic Cylinders were designed for applications requiring space-saving configurations and NFPA mounting styles. Our miniature air cylinders are available in 1 1/2", 2", 2 1/2", 3 1/4", 4", 5", 6" and 8" bore sizes. For special requirements, consult the factory or your nearest local stocking American Cylinder Distributor. These cylinders are direct interchanges for Rockford Air Device "S" and "L" series.
STANDARD FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Hard Chrome-Plated & Polished Piston Rod
Minimum yield of 100,000 PSI. High tensile strength steel provides for reliable performance and longer rod seal life.
Solid Anodized Aluminum Alloy Heads
Designed for corrosion resistance and extra strength.
Aluminum Alloy Tube 6063-T832
PSI of 35,000. Hard coated I.D. resists scoring and wear.
Aluminum Alloy Piston
Provides excellent characteristics against the hard coated I.D. cylinder body.
Seals
Piston and rod seals are of Quad-Ring design to provide for low dynamic friction and positive sealing. O-Ring or U-Cup piston seals are available in 1-1/2" thru 5" bores. (6" & 8" bores are standard with U-Cup piston seals.)
Cast Iron Rod Bushing
Compatible with the hard chrome plated rod. Close grain cast iron bearing provides maximum wear resistance for long life.
Tie Rods
High strength steel or 416 stainless steel to maintain compression on tube end seals.
Tube End Seals
Fiber and nitrile base elastomer acting as a binder for positive sealing.
Teflon Back-Up Washer
Wipes the rod clean and keeps out contamination.
Factory Lubricated
Cylinder bodies are lubricated with Teflon-based compound.
Pretested
The quality of each cylinder is assured by testing each unit for leakage prior to shipment. Quality control provides added value to American Cylinders.
