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Air Actuator

LOW COST: Generally,the initial cost of an airstroke actuator is one half or less than that of a conventional pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder of the same force capabilities. This initial cost advantage is many times greater in larger sizes.

WIDE SIZE RANGE: Airstroke actuators are available in sizes ranging from 3.5 inches to 37 inches in diameter. The force capability is 100,000 pounds. Strokes of up to 14 inches are possible.

DURABLE FOR LONG LIFE: Airstroke actuators are another application of the proven Firestone Airide spring used on truck and bus suspensions. Airide springs have proven longevity and durability to perform under adverse enviromental conditions - a critical factor in machine design.

NO MAINTENANCE OR LUBRICATION REQUIRED: Airstroke actuators have no internal rods, pistons, or sliding seals that would require lubrication or maintenance. This allows for the design of Airstroke actuators into applications where dirt or grit would destroy the seals on conventional cylinders.

FRICTION FREE FOR IMMEDIATE RESPONSE: Since Airstroke actuators have no sliding seals, there is no breakaway friction as with conventional cylinders.

FLEXIBLE MEDIA: An Airstroke actuator can do it's work with either a liquid or gas.

ANGULAR CAPABILITY: An Airstroke actuator possesses the unique capability of stroking through an arc without a clevis. Angular motion of up to 30 degrees is possible, along with the design advantage of generally less complex linkages.

SIDE LOADING CAPABILITY: Airstroke actuators, within certain limits, are not affected by side loads as are conventional cylinders. This misalignment capability eliminates potential rod bending, scoring, and execessive seal wear common to conventional cylinders.

COMPACT STARTING HEIGHT: Airstroke actuators have a low profile compared to conventional cylinders. Our smallest Airstroke actuator(3.5 inch/dia.)collapses to just 1.5 inches in height, while our largest triple convoluted Airstroke (37 inch/dia.) will collaspe to a very compact 5.5 inches.

FACTORY SEALED AND TESTED: Most Airstroke actuators feature Firestone's proven concept of crimped end plates. The crimped design allows for pre-shipment testing and quicker installation on equipment.