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How to Order
Standard Cylinders
Vickers has created an easy system for
ordering cylinders. This system has
been developed to improve our service
to you. The model code consists of 16
alpha-numeric digits which fully describe
the most common standard options
offered.
To specify your cylinder, review the
following pages for a full description of
each option available and select the
desired code.
This model code system will:
D
Simplify the re-order process.
Each Vickers cylinder is assigned a 16
digit model code. That code is unique
to a particular cylinder description.
That way, when you re-order your
cylinder, you’re assured of exactly the
same top quality cylinder design.
D
Improve identification.
Every Vickers cylinder has its 16 digit
model code clearly marked on the
product. It is impression stamped in
the metal head or cap. Each code
completely describes a specific
cylinder. This allows seals and
replacement components to be easily
identified in the field. For cylinders
manufactured prior to January 3, 1984,
every unit was permanently stamped
with an 8 digit serial number that is
unique to the quantity of identical
cylinders manufactured at the same
time.
D
Facilitate communications.
This fully descriptive model code
system or alternative serial number,
allows you to work directly with your
local Vickers sales engineer to identify
and service your Vickers cylinder.
Custom Cylinders
New Cylinders
Although the model code has been
arranged to cover the vast majority of
available options, there will be
occasions when you require an option
which cannot be coded. When
specifying such an option, enter an “X”
for the appropriate item in the sixteen
digit model code, then describe your
requirements. For example, if you have
an application which requires a custom
thread on the end of the piston rod,
enter an “X” for item 7. Then add a full
description at the end of the model
code, such as “With 3.25 inch total rod
projection and M22 x 1,5 thread 1.375
inches long.” The cylinder will then be
given a unique five digit design number
on receipt of order (as explained below).
Replacement Cylinders
Every Vickers custom cylinder is
assigned a unique design number. This
number is contained in the last five digits
of the 16 digit model code, and item 12
is always a alpha character (see page
19). In other words, the “Stroke” and
“Extra Rod Projection” locations (items
12 through 16) become the “Design
Number” items for custom cylinders.
When ordering a replacement cylinder,
simply give the 16 digit model code or
the five digit design number to your local
Vickers Sales Representative.
Replacement Parts
Each design number is stored in a quick
retrieval computerized storage system.
This gives our field sales
representatives rapid access to assist
you in identifying and specifying genuine
Vickers replacement parts.
