Single Acting Cylinder

A single-acting cylinder is a type of hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder that operates in one direction only. It uses pressure from a fluid (liquid or gas) to generate linear force and movement in one direction. The primary distinction of a single-acting cylinder is that it can exert force and perform work only in one direction, typically extending or retracting.

Single-acting cylinders are commonly used in applications where the force is required only in one direction, such as in lifting or pushing operations. They are relatively simpler in design compared to double-acting cylinders, which can generate force in both extending and retracting directions.