Physics & Engineering
Pascal's Principle Calculator
Calculate the output force of a hydraulic system using Pascal's principle.
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Output force
2,500 N
System pressure
5,000 Pa
Mechanical advantage
50
Input force
50 N
Formula and working
F2 = F1 × (A2 / A1)
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Collect the inputs
Input force (F1) = 50 N; Input piston area (A1) = 0.01 m²; Output piston area (A2) = 0.5 m²
- 2
Apply the formula
F2 = F1 × (A2 / A1)
- 3
Result
Output force = 2,500 N
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