Power Team RA: aluminium cylinders for mobile applications

Consider weight and installation dimensions together

The manufacturer describes RA as a lightweight, portable cylinder series. The tables specify stroke, height, outside diameter, oil requirement and product weight for each model. Comparisons should therefore always use the full model designation, rather than the nominal force class alone.

An aluminium construction does not remove the need to check operating conditions. Load direction, load contact and available support area must suit the task just as they would for a steel cylinder.

Support surfaces and carrying accessories

Carrying handles and an enlarged base plate are listed for certain RA versions. Base plate 208406, for example, is specified for RA556, RA556L and RA5510. This association is model-specific; it does not automatically apply to every RA version.

Additional supports or mounting parts change the overall dimensions of the assembly. Space checks must therefore use the dimensions of the complete system ready for use.

RA or RA with a locking collar?

The basic RA series and aluminium versions with a locking collar meet different requirements. If a load is to be mechanically supported at the cylinder for an extended period, select the design intended for that purpose. A different pump setting does not give a standard RA version this feature.

Important for your enquiry

• How frequently will the cylinder be moved?
• What closed height and capacity are required?
• Is mechanical load support at the cylinder intended?

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