Parker Hydraulic Group
Rod Boots

A very common options for protecting for rods in harsh environments. Exposed piston rods that are subjected to contaminants with air hardening properties, such as paint, should be protected.

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Exposed piston rods that are subjected to contaminants with air hardening properties, such as paint, should be protected.  In such applications, the use of a collapsing cover should be considered. This is commonly referred to as a “boot”. 

Calculate the longer rod end required to accommodate the collapsed length of the boot from the following data.