Milwaukee Cylinder Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinders
Engineered Cylinder Solutions for Demanding Industrial Applications
Milwaukee Cylinder hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders help solve motion control challenges in applications where durability, repeatability, and reliable performance are critical. Available in steel and aluminum NFPA tie-rod designs, these cylinders support both standard equipment needs and more demanding operating conditions.
Advanced options such as ARC™ Automatic Recirculating Cylinder Technology, Smart Tie Rod Cylinder Technology, and high-heat cylinder configurations help manufacturers address issues including contamination, maintenance requirements, harsh temperatures, and inconsistent cylinder performance.
Through All Air Inc., customers can access Milwaukee Cylinder products for new equipment, replacement applications, and engineered motion control systems.
Ideal for applications that require:
- Rugged hydraulic or pneumatic actuation
- NFPA tie-rod cylinder compatibility
- Reliable performance in high-temperature environments
- Advanced monitoring or recirculation capabilities
- Engineered cylinder solutions for demanding equipment
Explore Milwaukee Cylinder Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinder Solutions
Series A Steel Pneumatic Cylinders for Demanding Applications
Milwaukee Cylinder Series A pneumatic cylinders provide rugged, long-lasting performance for equipment that requires dependable motion under demanding operating conditions.
Key features include:
- Steel construction
- Rated for air service up to 250 PSI
- Standard NFPA mounting styles
- Cataloged bore sizes from 1.5 inches to 16 inches
- Larger bore sizes available
- Designed for extended, low-maintenance service
Series MA Aluminum Pneumatic Tie-Rod Cylinders
Milwaukee Cylinder Series MA pneumatic tie-rod cylinders provide durable, low-maintenance motion control in a lighter-weight aluminum design for demanding industrial equipment.
Key features include:
- Aluminum construction
- Rated for air service up to 250 PSI
- Standard NFPA mounting styles
- Bore sizes from 1.5 inches to 10 inches
- Engineered for long service life and dependable operation
Series MD/MT Twin-Rod Non-Rotating Cylinders
Milwaukee Cylinder Series MD/MT twin-rod cylinders provide stable, non-rotating motion for applications that require improved torque resistance, alignment, and tooling support.
Key features include:
- Twin-rod design for enhanced stability
- Integrated tooling plate
- Aluminum or steel construction
- Rated for air service up to 250 PSI
- Bore sizes from 1.5 inches to 4 inches
- Designed for demanding non-rotational applications
Series MR Stainless Steel Cylinders for Washdown and Food Processing
Milwaukee Cylinder Series MR stainless steel cylinders provide a smooth, tie-rod-free design for applications that require easier cleaning, corrosion resistance, and dependable pneumatic motion.
Key features include:
- All-stainless steel round-body construction
- Smooth outside diameter with no tie rods
- Threaded, repairable design
- Rated for air service up to 170 PSI
- Well suited for food processing and washdown environments
Series LH Low-Pressure Hydraulic Cylinders
Milwaukee Cylinder Series LH hydraulic cylinders provide rugged, low-maintenance performance for equipment that requires dependable force at lower hydraulic pressures.
Key features include:
- Steel construction
- Rated for hydraulic service from 750 to 1500 PSI
- Standard NFPA mounting styles
- Cataloged bore sizes from 1.5 inches to 6 inches
- Larger bore sizes available
- Built for long service life in demanding applications
Series H Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Cylinders
Milwaukee Cylinder Series H hydraulic cylinders deliver rugged, high-pressure performance for demanding equipment that requires reliable force, long service life, and reduced maintenance.
Key features include:
- Steel construction
- Rated for hydraulic service up to 3000 PSI
- Rated for non-shock service up to 5000 PSI
- ARC™ technology available
- Standard NFPA mounting styles
- Cataloged bore sizes from 1.5 inches to 12 inches
- Larger bore sizes available
Series MH Metric Hydraulic Cylinders
Milwaukee Cylinder Series MH hydraulic cylinders provide dependable metric motion control for equipment requiring ISO-compatible dimensions, high working pressure, and flexible rod and cushioning options.
Key features include:
- Steel construction
- Meets ISO 6020/2 160-bar dimensional standards
- Working pressure up to 210 bar
- Operating temperature range from 20°C to 150°C
- Cushioning available at either or both ends
- Single- and double-rod configurations
ICB Series™ Cylinders with Integrated Counterbalance Valves
Milwaukee Cylinder ICB Series™ cylinders combine H-Series hydraulic performance with an integrated counterbalance valve to improve load holding, control over-center movement, and simplify installation.
Key features include:
- Designed for Milwaukee Cylinder 3000 PSI H-Series applications
- Counterbalance valve installed directly on the cylinder
- Factory-set to the customer’s required load-holding pressure
- Plug-and-play design for easier setup
- Improved protection and control at the cylinder
- Custom-configured for specific application requirements
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Vulcan Series Tie-Rod Cylinders
Hydraulic Tie-Rod Cylinders for High-Temperature Environments
Milwaukee Cylinder Vulcan Series cylinders help maintain reliable hydraulic performance in high-temperature environments with configurable cooling, sealing, and protection options.
Key features include:
- Built on the Milwaukee Cylinder H-Series platform
- High-temperature seal options
- Rod boots for added component protection
- Barrel cooling configurations
- Water-cooled bushing and bearing options
- Application support for selecting the right high-temperature configuration
Series MN Aluminum Pneumatic Cylinders
Milwaukee Cylinder Series MN pneumatic cylinders provide durable, low-maintenance motion control for industrial equipment that requires dependable performance in demanding applications.
Key features include:
- Lightweight aluminum construction
- Engineered for rugged pneumatic applications
- Designed for long, low-maintenance service life
- Built with quality materials and precision workmanship
- Suitable for demanding industrial motion control systems
Industrial Manipulators
Milwaukee Cylinder industrial manipulators help one operator lift, move, and position heavy tooling, dies, and parts with greater control while reducing manual handling and labor demands.
Key features include:
- One-person lifting and positioning
- Two-speed control for fast movement and fine positioning
- Articulated arm for easier load placement
- Fold-away design for convenient storage
Pow’r Arm
The Milwaukee Cylinder Pow’r Arm supports controlled positioning of loads up to 2,000 pounds (909 kg), helping improve handling safety and efficiency.
Pow’r Reach
The Milwaukee Cylinder Pow’r Reach provides fast lifting and accurate positioning for tombstones, vises, tooling, and other heavy materials.
Boosters and Accumulators
Milwaukee Cylinder boosters and accumulators help improve system performance when applications require intermittent high pressure, smoother operation, or more efficient use of stored energy.
Key features include:
- Pressure boosters for applications with limited low-pressure air supply
- Intermittent high-pressure output without a separate high-pressure air source
- Air-oil tanks that supply low-pressure oil and release trapped air
- Accumulators that support more efficient system operation
- Suitable for hydraulic and pneumatic system support
Continuous Position Indication Option
Milwaukee Cylinder continuous position indication options provide real-time cylinder position feedback for applications requiring improved control, monitoring, and machine automation.
Cylinder Specifications
Available for cylinders with bore sizes of 1.5 inches and larger, with stroke lengths up to 20 feet to support a wide range of equipment requirements.
Seal Options
Standard and custom seal packages are available to support demanding operating conditions and application-specific performance needs.
Transducer Mounting
Flexible transducer mounting locations help simplify machine design and accommodate different equipment layouts.
Non-Contact Magnetostrictive Transducers
Key features include:
- Input voltage from 13VDC to 24VDC
- Analog outputs of 0–10VDC or 4–20mA
- Digital Start/Stop, PWM, or SSI output options
- Non-contact position sensing for reduced mechanical wear
Direct Valve Mounting
Multiple valve types and mounting locations are available to simplify installation and provide greater flexibility in cylinder and machine design.
End-of-Stroke Position Indication Option
Inductive Proximity Switches
Non-contact inductive proximity switches detect the spud or cushion bushing at the end of the cylinder stroke, helping reduce mechanical wear while providing dependable position confirmation.
Key features include:
- Available for A, LH, and H Series cylinders
- Suitable for pneumatic applications and hydraulic systems up to 3000 PSI
- Two-wire, normally open switch design
- Rated for 20–230VAC/DC
- Three-pin mini receptacle connection
- Electromagnetic switch options also available
Discrete Position Indication Option
Milwaukee Cylinder discrete position sensing provides adjustable piston feedback at points between the cylinder’s end-of-stroke positions, helping improve machine sequencing and process control.
Tie-Rod-Mounted Proximity Switches
Non-contact inductive proximity switches mount to the cylinder tie rods and can be moved and secured at the required sensing location.
Key features include:
- Detects a piston-mounted magnet
- Adjustable sensing position along the tie rod
- Supports intermediate piston position feedback
- Compatible with stainless steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous tube materials
- Helps reduce mechanical wear through non-contact sensing
ARC™ Automatic Recirculating Cylinder Technology Option
Milwaukee Cylinder ARC™ technology helps extend cylinder life and improve hydraulic performance by flushing the cylinder with clean, cool oil at the selected end of stroke.
H-Series Cylinder Integration
ARC™ is available on Milwaukee Cylinder H-Series cylinders in two flow sizes and can be configured to activate during either extension or retraction.
Key features include:
- Flushes the cylinder at the selected end-of-stroke position
- Helps remove stagnant oil and trapped air
- Supports cylinder cooling
- Reduces erratic performance caused by aeration
- Helps extend cylinder service life
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