With shop air so commonly available, many industrial applications rely on pneumatic cylinder solutions to control equipment. However, harsh operating environments present unique challenges, as cylinder materials directly impact reliability and performance. For these demanding applications, stainless steel may be the best choice–and sometimes the only choice.
ARTEC stainless steel air cylinders are designed to mitigate the challenges of tough environments.
Core Performance Requirements
Reliable performance
Whatever their task, actuators must be able to perform consistently as expected. The cylinder and its components must all meet the standards required for their working environment. Materials have to resist temperature fluctuations, corrosion, exposure to frequent harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaning protocols, or humid or salty conditions. Specialized seals are especially important for food grade and heavy washdown applications.
Safety
Manufacturing processes for food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and semiconductors demand strict adherence to safety standards. Hygienic cylinders must have hard, smooth surfaces with minimal crevices. This prevents accumulation of dust, dirt, moisture, bacteria, or other contaminants and simplifies cleaning and maintenance.
Space
Modern automation and robotics often require compact pneumatic solutions that deliver robust performance in limited spaces without compromising longevity.
Availability
Production delays and downtime are costly. ARTEC stainless steel air cylinders are made in Italy to the highest standards. As the official North American distributor for ARTEC's cylinders, Branham ensures consistent availability and direct access to engineering expertise.
Versatile Options for Every Application
Branham carries five different series of ARTEC stainless steel cylinders suitable for harsh environment automation. They are tough, durable, corrosion-resistant, dependable performers that operate smoothly and precisely. Stroke lengths can be custom-configured as needed.
Compact Hygienic
- Withstands frequent washdowns
- Bores up to 200 mm
- Strokes up to 400 mm (double-acting) or 50 mm (single-acting spring)
- Force up to 4,208 lbf at 87 psi
- Durable tie-rod construction
- Options: anti-rotation rod, high-temperature operation, food-grade seals
Lower Profile and Extended Stroke
- Available in AISI 304 or AISI 316 stainless steel
- Bores up to 125 mm
- Double thrust, double rod design
- Magnetic piston standard
- Customizable with guide accessories and mounting options
Extreme Environment
ARTEC Series Z (ISO 6452) round cylinders can stand up to any task in any operating environment, yet its sleek, compact design is a real space-saver in tight envelopes.
- Double rolling assembly with stainless steel tube
- Bores up to 32 mm
- Strokes up to 500 mm (double-acting) or 50 mm (single thrust)
- Force up to 66 lbf at 87 psi
- Flexible rod options: single, double, or anti-rotation hexagonal
Larger Bore and Greater Force
ARTEC Series J non-standard round cylinder:
- ISO 6432 compliant with enhanced power
- Bores up to 63 mm
- Strokes up to 500 mm
- Force up to 420 lbf at 87 psi
- Double-acting design with single or double rod
- Optional piston magnet and sensors
Maximum Sanitation
ARTEC Series V round rod air cylinder:
- Streamlined, washdown-friendly round design
- Bores up to 63 mm
- Force up to 420 lbf at 87 psi
- Double-acting, double rod configuration
- Available with cushioning
- Options for high-temperature operation and integrated mounting
Support and Resources
ARTEC stainless steel cylinders can be ordered directly through our website, and we also offer 3D CAD drawings for download. For design assistance or technical questions, we are just a phone call, live chat, or email away.
Contact us to learn how ARTEC cylinders can meet your specific application requirements.
