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Intensifier problem 

Intensifier is defined as a device that converts low-pressure fluid power into high-pressure fluid power.  Intensifiers may also be refereed as booster usually in pneumatic applications, are used to multiply forces when a greater force is needed through a relatively short distance.  Intensifiers are classified in two general types; all hydraulic or air to hydraulic. 

  • An intensifier has a ratio of 15:1 and if 1000-Psi and 2-gpm of oil were put into the intensifier, what would be the pressure and flow rate leaving the intensifier?

  • An intensifier has a ratio of 6:1 with an in put diameter of 4-in., what is the output diameter?

Please accept our sincerest apology for an error printed on Page 8 of the October issue of The Society Page.  The Correct answer for Problem #3 – Intensifiers should read:
Intensifier has a ratio of 15:1 and a pressure of 1000-Psi and flow into the intensifier of 2-gm.  What should the pressure and flow rate be leaving the intensifier?
Pressure = 1000 Psi
Flow in = 2 gpm
Ratio = 15:1

1000 psi x ratio 15:1 = 15,000 Psi
Flow = 2 gpm
 therefore 15/1 x 2/x = x= 2/15
x=.1333 gpm out  

Intensifier with a ratio of 6:1 and an input diameter of 4-inches. What is the output diameter?
Area = 4 = in x D2 x .7854 = 12.566 in2
12.566 in2 / ratio 6:1 = 2.095 in2
2.095 in2  / .7854 = 2.666 inches
Sq of 2.666 inches = 1.63 inches
 1.63 in output diameter  

Thank you,

Professor P.V.Btfsplk
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