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Pascal's Principle Hydraulic Press Output Force Calculator

F₂ = F₁ · A₂ / A₁.

Compute the output force of a hydraulic press from the input force and the ratio of output to input piston cross-sectional areas using Pascal's principle: F₂ = F₁ · A₂ / A₁. The piston-displacement ratio is the inverse, so mechanical advantage in force is paid for in displacement.

Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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Formula

F₂ = F₁ · A₂ / A₁.

In depth

Compute the output force of a hydraulic press from the input force and the ratio of output to input piston cross-sectional areas using Pascal's principle: F₂ = F₁ · A₂ / A₁. The piston-displacement ratio is the inverse, so mechanical advantage in force is paid for in displacement.