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Re: Is it bad to build a mechanical stop to keep the piston from going the full lengt

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Originally Posted by mistersands View Post
If we stop a piston from fully extending, will it damage the piston in any way?
Yes, it might, if you don't design it correctly. You don't want any sideways bending force.