What Are Custom Hydraulic Cylinders?
Custom hydraulic cylinders are engineered lifting and tensioning tools designed to meet specific project requirements that cannot be addressed by standard off-the-shelf cylinders. These cylinders are commonly used in applications involving extreme loads, structural tensioning, bridge construction, heavy equipment installation, and specialized lifting operations.
WB Equipment specializes in custom center hole hydraulic cylinders that feature a hollow bore through the piston, allowing threaded rods, cables, tendons, and anchor systems to pass directly through the cylinder while hydraulic force is applied.
This design makes them particularly valuable for projects requiring controlled tensioning, pulling, lifting, or synchronized movement of heavy loads.
Available Custom Cylinder Specifications
Our custom cylinder rental fleet includes:
Center Hole Hydraulic Cylinders
Designed for specialized lifting and tensioning operations where through-hole access is required.
Cylinder Capacity
- 200 Ton Capacity
- 300 Ton Capacity
- 400 Ton Capacity
- 500 Ton Capacity
- 600 Ton Capacity
- Up to 1400 Ton Capacity
Stroke Lengths
- 3-inch Stroke
- 6-inch Stroke
- 8-inch Stroke
- 10-inch Stroke
- 12-inch Stroke
- Up to 14-inch Stroke
Action Type
- Double-Acting Hydraulic Operation
Collapsed Heights
- From 14 inches
- Up to 35 inches
These configurations allow engineers and contractors to match cylinder specifications to exact project requirements while maintaining safe and efficient operation.
Benefits of Double-Acting Center Hole Cylinders
Double-acting cylinders provide hydraulic power during both extension and retraction, offering several advantages over traditional single-acting designs.
Precise Load Control
Hydraulic pressure can be applied in both directions, allowing operators to maintain greater control throughout lifting and lowering operations.
Faster Retraction
Unlike spring-return cylinders, double-acting models retract hydraulically, reducing cycle times and improving productivity.
Improved Synchronization
Ideal for synchronized lifting systems where multiple cylinders must move together under controlled conditions.
Enhanced Performance Under Heavy Loads
Double-acting operation provides reliable performance during critical lifting and positioning applications involving extremely heavy structures.
