linear&reciprocating-Application failures-Erosion

Failure mode

partly erosion

Failure cause

cavitation

flow erosion

Remedial measures

venting of hydraulic system and ciomponents

venting of hydraulic system / cylinder

increase of prestress

Failure mode

erosion lines all over the circumference

Failure cause

cavitation

flow erosion

Remedial measures

venting of the system

Failure mode

erosion spots

Failure cause

cavitation and flow erosion

Remedial measures

improve radial grooves/notches

check seal housing width and seal width