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Problem: Standard Size Cylinder

The figure shows a door to open with an air cylinder pushing at a 45-degree angle. The door is 48 inches high and weighs 100 pounds. It needs to open 90 degrees with a 12-inch stroke cylinder using 100 psi of air pressure. The door is uniformly balanced. What standard size cylinder is needed to open the door?

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Deadline past. Not available for submissions.

Winning Answer Submitted By:

David Motley, CFPS, Parker Hannifin Corp., Kings Mountain, NC

Correct Submissions By:

George Fling, CFPS, Southwestern Controls, Dallas, TX

Ronald Arreola, CFPS, Hydraforce, Inc., Lincolnshire, IL

Joseph Entwistle, CFPE, Hydro Air Dees, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Paul Connop, Sunsource

By Ernie Parker, AI, AJPP, AJPPCC, S, MT, MM, MIH, MIP, MMH,
Fluid Power Instructor, Hennepin Technical College, EParker@Hennepintech.edu

This teaser is printed in the Fluid Power Journal. Submit your answer HERE. Those who submit the correct answer before the deadline will have their names printed in the Society Page newsletter and in Fluid Power Journal. The winners will also be entered into a drawing for a special gift.

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