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Objectives:
1 Hp = 2545 BTU/Hr.
Hp = Psi x Gpm divided by 171
or
BTU/Hr. = 1-1/2 x Psi x Gpm
Heat Generation
8. Why does it require more pressure to retract a load that is attached to a double
acting cylinder?
9. Why is there relatively no heat produced from a cylinder when compared to the
relief valve?
10. Calculate the heat potential of one hydraulic training unit in BTUs.