What Causes Hydraulic Cylinder Failure? Hydraulic cylinders are an extremely important part of a heavy piece of equipment; however, just like any mechanical part, they can and do fail when they are not properly maintained. Overloading through improper cycle counts and excessive weight can bending the piston rod or an excessively sticky or misaligned I-beam can put undue stress on the seals, other moving parts in the hydraulic cylinder. Read this article for more information- https://hydraulicpumprepairing.wordpress.com/2025/09/01/what-causes-hydraulic-cylinder-failure/ How can you avoid hydraulic cylinder failures? 1. Use clean oil, and check for contaminants and oil quality. 2. Regularly check seals and rods. 3. If you see the first signs of a leak, replace the seal. 4. Do not overload your systems capacity. #excellenthydraulicworks #hydraulicrepair #hydrauliccylinder #pumprepairshop #industrialhydraulicmachinery #hydraulicsystemexperts #hydraulicexperts