Fluidlexikon

Cylinder efficiency

Ratio of the mechanical output power P a to the fluid input power P e:

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It is comprised of the volumetric efficiency η 2vol, which is 100% in the case of non-leaking seals:

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and the hydromechanical efficiency η 2hm, which is determined by the friction of the seal and the guides:

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