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Hydraulic Cylinders

With our trusted network of cylinder partners, we can make any cylinder possible. Our flagship brand, Hänchen, has been producing durable testing actuators for over 100 years. Our range extends further from standard and commodity-grade cylinders to large-scale industrial actuators and everything in between.

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One of the largest testing ranges in the market, offering lightweight models for static applications or high frequency cylinders for dynamic testing.

Standard Hydraulic Cylinders with a wide variety of standard dimensions, connections, and mounting options.

Rod Locking Devices are a safety holding device that prevents movement until released by hydraulic pressure.

Custom Cylinders can be specifically tailored to almost any requirements you can imagine.

MARK LIGHT hydraulic carbon fiber carbon hybrid hydraulic cylinder

Up to 70% lighter than traditional steel cylinders, offering weight advantages, cost-savings, and energy efficiency in many different industries.


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What Makes Us Different?

Any Size Cylinder is Possible

From cylinders the size of a soda can to cylinders weighing over 280 tons

Large OEM Quantities or Custom Designs

Well-suited for all applications from simple construction or AG cylinders in OEM quantities to one off custom design

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  • All parts of the cylinder can be customized. See range of customizations (material, type, medium, sealing, rod coating, mounting, sensors, paint, cushioning).
  • Full range of bore sizes. We cover nearly every application scale, offering 0.5-inch micro cylinders to 144-inch industrial giants.
  • Diverse solutions for your unique needs. Every project has its own challenges, and we offer cylinders built to meet them.
  • Fast turnaround to meet deadlines
  • Durable, rigid designs for high stress applications
  • Price-sensitive, affordable options for standard projects
  • Industrial builds for heavy-duty requirements
  • Smart IoT Integration options for advanced sensors and monitoring for real-time performance feedback

Carbon Hybrid Cylinders Used in Glass Transportation

In transportation, the increasing weight of glass panes and glass assemblies places greater demands on vehicle weight limits and space efficiency. As a solution, carbon hybrid cylinders have been adopted as a lighter alternative to traditional steel cylinders. 

In glass loaders, these cylinders serve two main functions. They help lift and lower the glass panes into the trailer and then hold them firmly in place during transport to prevent vibration and breakage. Since the composite housing is made of a carbon fiber and aluminum hybrid, the cylinder weight is reduced from about 26.5 lbs (12 kg) to 12 lbs (5.5 kg). This means greater payload capacity for the vehicle and lower CO₂ emissions during transit.


Standard cylinders and bulk orders: 10-14 weeks (or 5-6 weeks expedited)
Specialty test and custom cylinders: 9-18 weeks

Standard cylinders can be manufactured in 4-6 weeks. Options for shipping include sea freight (6-8 weeks standard shipping) or air freight (1-2 weeks expedited shipping).

For specialty cylinders from Germany, manufacturing times are 7-16 weeks shipped by air freight (2-week shipping).

For inquiries on large industrial projects or carbon hybrid cylinders, please reach out to our sales team at sales@icfluid.com.

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We offer several different types of sealing solutions from Viton, PTFE, Polyurethane, FPM, HNBR, EPDM, and more. Contact sales@icfluid.com for more options.

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IC-Fluid Power provides repair services from our facility in Toledo, Ohio. We can restore cylinders with damaged or scored rods, address issues from heavy loading, and perform complete overhauls as needed.

While cylinder issues are rare, we are ready to support you whenever you need it.

When you need service or repair, we issue an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number for your equipment. We ask that you ship the item to our Ohio warehouse with this number included*. After arrival, our technicians will inspect your item and create a report. Based on the inspection, you’ll receive options for repairing, new parts, or a replacement unit, along with pricing. Once you select an option, we complete the requested work and return the equipment to you.

Servicing/Repair Process
1. RMA number is issued for tracking
2. You ship item to our facility*
3. Detailed inspection and report are completed
4. Sales team provides repair or replacement options and pricing
5. Parts are installed or unit replaced, based on your choice
6. Equipment is tested and shipped back to you

*If the component is under warranty, IC-Fluid Power will cover all shipping and repair costs.

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