Apply controlled hydraulic force with hydraulic rams selected for Australian workshops, service fleets and trade environments. Capacity, geometry and hydraulic compatibility must be verified together.

Capacity is only the first check

Select a ram or cylinder by capacity, stroke and collapsed height, then confirm operating pressure, return method, saddle, mounting and pump oil capacity. Low-height cylinders solve restricted-clearance work but normally provide shorter stroke.

Stroke, closed height and return type

Enerpac’s cylinder guidance treats pump pressure and oil volume as system requirements; its low-height ranges also show why capacity must be considered together with physical dimensions. Enerpac, Kincrome, SP Tools and Toledo rams require model-level confirmation of pressure, stroke, capacity and return design.

Finish the hydraulic circuit

Hydraulic Pumps completes the power source, Hydraulic Equipment provides system context and Shop Presses & Vices links the cylinder to workshop applications. Related collections: Hydraulic Pumps, Hydraulic Equipment, Shop Presses & Vices.

Hydraulic Rams: frequently asked questions

How do stroke and collapsed height affect selection?

Collapsed height determines whether the cylinder fits before extension; stroke determines available travel. Both must work within the load geometry and support arrangement.

What return type suits the application?

Spring return suits many single-acting tasks, load return relies on external force, and hydraulic return provides controlled retraction in a double-acting system.

How do I confirm pump and ram compatibility?

Match maximum pressure, oil capacity, cylinder action, hose and coupler type. Confirm the pump reservoir can supply the ram’s full oil requirement.