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BC3 Band Cylinder
The BC3 heavy duty pneumatic actuator is specifically designed for large load carrying capacities.
BC3 heavy duty pneumatic actuators employ a recirculating ball bearing system capable of handling large off-center loads with consistently smooth motion.
- Low breakaway pressure
- High moment load capacities
- Cost-effective alternative to auxiliary rail systems
Size | BC3 10 | BC3 15 | BC3 20 |
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Standard | 1.00 in | 1.50 in | 2.00 in |
Metric | 25 mm | 38 mm | 50 mm |
Size | BC3 10 | BC3 15 | BC3 20 |
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Standard | 205 in | 202 in | 142 in |
Metric | 5,207 mm | 5,130 mm | 3,606 mm |
Size | BC3 10 | BC3 15 | BC3 20 |
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Standard | 78 lbf | 176 lbf | 310 lbf |
Metric | 347 N | 783 N | 1,378 N |
Size | BC3 10 | BC3 15 | BC3 20 |
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Standard | 591 lb | 1,454 lb | 2,008 lb |
Metric | 268 kg | 660 kg | 911 kg |
BC3 Performance Specs
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BC310 Performance Specs
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BC315 Performance Specs
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BC320 Performance Specs
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BC3 Switches
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BC3 Switch Performance, Wiring & Dimensions
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BC3 Auxiliary Carrier
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BC3 Auxiliary Dual 180º Carrier
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BC3 Dual 180º Carrier Performance
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BC3 Considerations & Deflection
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BC3 Tube Supports
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BC3 Single End Porting
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BC3 Shock Absorbers Velocity vs Load
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BC310 Dimensions & Specs
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BC315 Dimensions & Specs
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BC320 Dimensions & Specs
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BC3 Dual 180º Carrier Dimensions
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BC3 Foot Mount Kit
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BC3 Shock Absorbers
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BC3 Tube Supports
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BC3 Selection Guidelines
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BC3 Ordering
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BC3 Service Parts Ordering
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