Bimba LT-178-DM Double Acting Pneumatic Cylinder

The Bimba LT-178-DM Double Acting Pneumatic Cylinder is a 1-1/2 inch bore, 8 inch stroke unit from Bimba’s Linear Thruster line, built for compact, bidirectional pneumatic actuation. As a double-acting cylinder, air pressure drives movement in both directions, enabling controlled extension and retraction in a single package. The LT-178-DM includes a magnetic piston, supporting straightforward position sensing in compatible control schemes, and is listed as a Linear Thruster Replacement Cylinder for the LT family. Seals are rated to operate from -20 to 200 °F, and the design specifies no internal bumpers. Manufactured by BIMBA, this cylinder is designed to match standard LT-series mounting patterns and bolt into compatible assemblies when a matching bore and stroke are required. Unlike single-acting designs, the LT-178-DM relies on air pressure to both extend and retract, eliminating the need for springs in the actuation cycle. When space and stroke are critical, this 1-1/2" bore by 8" stroke cylinder provides a compact solution within automation setups that use the LT Linear Thruster family.