Small Excavator Bucket Cylinder
The bucket cylinder of a small excavator is mainly responsible for controlling the opening and closing of the bucket, so as to realize the mining and unloading of materials. The acting force of the bucket cylinder is directly related to the digging force and working efficiency of the excavator, and is the key component of the excavator when digging. In structure, the bucket cylinder is usually composed of cylinder, piston, piston rod, seal and buffer device. As the main body of the cylinder, the cylinder contains the piston for reciprocating movement, and the piston rod connects the piston and the bucket, converting the movement of the piston into the opening and closing action of the bucket to ensure the smooth progress of the digging operation.
Specifications of Small Excavator Bucket Cylinder
| Bucket Cylinder | |
| Application: | Control the bucket's action |
| Specification: | Bore diameter: 50mm-105mm Rod diameter: 25mm-70mm Stroke≤1000 mm |
| Thrust force: | Maximum 255KN (Bore diameter: 105mm/pressure29.4MPa) |
A small excavator bucket cylinder is a hydraulic component responsible for controlling the bucket of a compact excavator. Generally constructed from robust steel, it features a piston that moves back and forth within a cylindrical housing. This piston is linked to the bucket; when the cylinder extends, the bucket opens, and when it retracts, the bucket closes.
The dimensions of the bucket cylinder depend on the excavator's size. Mini excavators typically use the smallest bucket cylinders, suitable for bucket widths ranging from 6 to 24 inches, with 24 inches being the standard width for mini excavators.
Working Principles of Small Excavator Bucket Cylinder
Hydraulic Power
The excavator bucket cylinder operates using hydraulic power. When pressurized hydraulic fluid is directed into the cylinder through specific ports, it acts on the piston situated inside.
Linear Motion
As the hydraulic pressure escalates, it drives the piston to move linearly within the cylinder. This motion is conveyed through the piston rod to the bucket, allowing for precise control over the bucket's positioning and angle.
Selecting the Right Bucket Cylinder for Small Excavators
When choosing the suitable excavator bucket cylinder, consider the following factors:
- Excavator size: The excavator's dimensions will dictate the size of the bucket cylinder required. Larger excavators necessitate larger cylinders.
- Bucket type: The configuration of the bucket will also influence the bucket cylinder's size. Wider buckets require larger cylinders compared to narrower ones.
- Material to be handled: The type of material involved will impact the cylinder size needed. Handling tougher materials like rock demands a stronger bucket cylinder than softer materials such as soil.
- Stroke length: The stroke length refers to how far the bucket cylinder can extend or retract, which affects its force output.
- Bore size: The bore size is the internal diameter of the bucket cylinder, which influences fluid flow capacity.
- Rod size: The rod size is the diameter of the cylinder's extending rod, which affects the exerted force.
Excavator Hydraulic Cylinders Manufacturer - Ever-power Group
Ever-power Group is a leading manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, specializing in high-quality products designed for various applications, including small excavator bucket cylinders. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our manufacturing processes and the robust performance of our hydraulic cylinders. With advanced technology and skilled craftsmanship, we ensure that each cylinder meets rigorous quality standards, providing reliability and efficiency for our customers.
In Australia, GBC Company serves as the sales agent for Ever-power Group, facilitating the distribution of our premium excavator hydraulic cylinders to local businesses. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer not only standard hydraulic cylinders but also customized solutions. Our team can manufacture non-standard cylinders with a diameter of D360MM and a stroke length of L6000MM, tailored to meet specific customer requirements. We invite customers to bring their drawings and samples for custom cylinder manufacturing, ensuring that we meet their unique needs effectively.
Additional information
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The bucket cylinder of a small excavator is mainly responsible for controlling the opening and closing of the bucket, so as to realize the mining and unloading of materials. The acting force of the bucket cylinder is directly related to the digging force and working efficiency of the excavator, and is the key component of the excavator when digging. In structure, the bucket cylinder is usually composed of cylinder, piston, piston rod, seal and buffer device. As the main body of the cylinder, the cylinder contains the piston for reciprocating movement, and the piston rod connects the piston and the bucket, converting the movement of the piston into the opening and closing action of the bucket to ensure the smooth progress of the digging operation.
Excavator Hydraulic Cylinder Review
Noah Sullivan, Project Engineer
These hydraulic cylinders suit our excavator’s needs. They deliver smooth power for digging trenches, and the pressure holds steady under load. The rod surface looks tough—minimal scratches after a month. They’re not the quietest, but performance is consistent. Custom sizing was spot-on for our setup.
