I am using 4 cylinders to raise 2400 pounds. Each cylinder feels 1/4 of the load. I based my pump requirement calculations off of only one cylinder (I figured out what Hp was required to raise the load of one cylinder 1.2in/sec). My reasoning for doing it this way is: If each cylinder...
I'm sealing a 5ft X 2ft opening on a pressure vessel filled with water (144psi). Opening will be covered with a flat aluminum plate. The plate will be bolted to the surface of the pressure vessel. What is the best type or style gasket for the job? How do you calculate the thickness needed...