"Ignoramus14487" wrote in message
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http://yabe.algebra.com/~ichudov/mis...ulic-Cylinder/

Can I use this ram with one of those manual pumps. At 20,000 PSI, the
ram would develop approximately 24,500 lbs of pressure (if it can
withstand it). That would make for a nice 10 ton press or log
splitter. The question is, is 20,000 psi too much for cylinders like
this? (I do not have a nameplate)

i

Your math is a little off. That looks to be a 2.5" cylinder which would
give ?4.9 sq. in. area. Multiplying area by pressure gives just under 50
tons of force from the cylinder at 20000 psi. As someone else pointed out,
that cylinder is probably only rated at a maximum of 5000 psi which would
give you a little over 12 tons.

Shawn