Air Cylinder Sleeve

Our Powder Metallurgy Air Cylinder Sleeves are manufactured using a precision powder metallurgy process for pneumatic cylinder and actuator applications.

The component features a cylindrical body with a precision internal bore and integrated mounting features. The bore provides the working surface for the corresponding piston or moving component.

Powder metallurgy allows the component to be produced with a high degree of dimensional consistency while reducing material waste and machining requirements.

Key Features

• Powder metallurgy manufacturing
• Precision internal bore
• Cylindrical sleeve design
• Integrated mounting features
• Consistent dimensional accuracy
• Good surface quality
• Efficient material utilization
• Suitable for high-volume production
• Custom specifications available

Component Design

The air cylinder sleeve features a cylindrical body with a central internal bore.

The internal bore is the primary functional surface and is designed to accommodate the corresponding piston or internal moving component.

The external features and holes can be designed according to the customer’s assembly requirements.

For pneumatic applications, bore diameter, roundness, surface finish and dimensional tolerances are important factors in achieving reliable operation.

Powder Metallurgy Manufacturing

Powder metallurgy is well suited to the production of cylindrical mechanical components and housings requiring consistent dimensions and repeatable production quality.

Key advantages include:

• Near-net-shape manufacturing
• High material utilization
• Reduced material waste
• Consistent part-to-part dimensions
• Reduced machining requirements
• Efficient mass production
• Flexible material selection
• Ability to integrate multiple features into one component

Additional sizing, machining, sizing, heat treatment or surface finishing can be applied when required by the application.

Applications

Powder metallurgy air cylinder sleeves can be used in:

• Pneumatic cylinders
• Air actuators
• Pneumatic equipment
• Industrial automation systems
• Motion control equipment
• Mechanical actuators
• Custom pneumatic assemblies

Custom Manufacturing

We manufacture custom powder metallurgy cylinder sleeves according to customer drawings, samples and technical specifications.

Available customization includes:

• Inner bore diameter
• Outer diameter
• Overall height
• Bore tolerance
• Surface finish
• Mounting holes
• Positioning features
• Material grade
• Density
• Heat treatment
• Surface treatment
• Dimensional tolerances

OEM and high-volume production are available.