The WB Equipment WB4008DCPA 400 Ton Custom Center Hole Double Acting Cylinder with 8 in Stroke is a high-capacity hydraulic cylinder designed for demanding lifting, pulling, and tensioning applications across the construction, infrastructure, and heavy industrial sectors. Featuring a 400-ton lifting capacity, 8-inch stroke, and a custom center hole (hollow plunger) design, it is ideally suited for bridge maintenance, structural steel erection, post-tensioning, and heavy equipment installation. Its double acting hydraulic operation delivers controlled extension and powered retraction for precise load positioning, making it a dependable rental solution for contractors requiring powerful, accurate, and reliable hydraulic lifting equipment.
The WB Equipment WB4008DCPA 400 Ton Custom Center Hole Double Acting Cylinder is engineered to deliver controlled hydraulic force for heavy lifting, structural jacking, and tensioning operations. Its center hole (hollow plunger) configuration allows threaded bars, steel tendons, or cables to pass through the cylinder, making it ideal for applications requiring simultaneous lifting and tensioning.
The double acting hydraulic design provides powered extension and hydraulic retraction, allowing operators to safely control both lifting and lowering operations. Built from high-strength alloy steel and designed for use with high-pressure hydraulic systems, the WB4008DCPA offers dependable performance for demanding industrial and civil engineering projects.
Maximum Operating Pressure 10,000 psi
Capacity Class 400 ton
Stroke 8 in
Collapsed Height 16.34 in
Extended Height 24.34 in
Cylinder Diameter 15.75 in
Rod Diameter 7.50
Center Hole Diameter 4.13 in
Return Type Double-Acting
Area 88.63 in²
Material Steel
Weight 716 lbs
The WB4008DCPA is a popular rental choice for contractors who require significant lifting capacity without investing in specialist hydraulic equipment.
Typical rental applications include:
Rental packages can include hydraulic pumps, high-pressure hoses, gauges, manifolds, fittings, and technical support to ensure safe and efficient operation on-site.
Safe operation of high-capacity hydraulic cylinders requires proper planning, setup, and inspection.
🔹 Best Suited For
Bridge contractors
Civil engineering companies
Industrial maintenance contractors
Structural steel fabricators
Heavy machinery installation specialists
Power generation facilities
🔹 Key Considerations
Proper load calculations should always be completed before lifting.
The center hole must be compatible with the required threaded rods, tendons, or cables.
Double acting cylinders require suitable hydraulic pumps capable of powering both extension and retraction.
Ensure the lifting surface is stable and capable of supporting the applied load.
Hydraulic components should be inspected before every use.
🔹 Rental Insight
The WB Equipment WB4008DCPA 400 Ton Custom Center Hole Double Acting Cylinder is a versatile rental solution for contractors undertaking medium to high-capacity lifting and tensioning projects. Its combination of a 400-ton lifting capacity, 8-inch stroke, and double acting center hole design makes it ideal for bridge maintenance, structural steel work.
A custom hydraulic cylinder is a specialized cylinder designed to meet unique lifting, tensioning, or positioning requirements that standard cylinders cannot accommodate.
A double-acting hydraulic cylinder uses hydraulic pressure to both extend and retract the piston.
Custom center hole hydraulic cylinders are available in capacities ranging from 200 tons to 1400 tons.
Custom hydraulic cylinders are available with stroke lengths ranging from 3 inches to 14 inches.
