1. Hydraulic Cylinder Performance Estimator Donald M. Johnson AGME 2903 Fall 2000

2. Problem Description Analyzing the performance of a linear hydraulic systems involves repetitive mathematical calculations. This spreadsheet template was designed to: – Provide accurate results – Automate calculations – Be easy to use – Be usable by persons with limited knowledge of hydraulics

3. Input Data – User Specified Cylinder bore (in.) Cylinder stroke (in.) Cylinder rod diameter (in.) Maximum system working pressure (psi) Pump flow rate (gpm @ max. pressure)

4. Output – Calculated by Formulas and Functions Max. extension force (lbs.) Max. retraction force (lbs.) Extension time (sec.) Retraction time (sec.) Cycle time (sec) Maximum power output (Fhp)

5. Layout Hyperlink Drawing Input Cells Macro Buttons Output Cells

6. Spreadsheet Template Demonstration Click to open Hydcalc2 spreadsheet template.Hydcalc2

7. Summary This spreadsheet template meets the specified objectives: – Accurate – Automated – Easy-to-use – Requires little knowledge of hydraulics