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Directional-control valves

One of the most fundamental components of any fluid power system is the directional-control valve. Here's a summary of the different types, configurations, and uses.

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  • Jan. 1, 2012
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    Directional-control valves

    One of the most fundamental components of any fluid power system is the directional-control valve. Here's a summary of the different types, configurations, and uses....More
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    Cartridge Valves

    Valve cartridges provide only the internal moving elements of the valves. A cavity in a manifold or some other machine element serves as the body....More
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    Pressure-control valves

    The most common valves for controlling pressure include relief, reducing, sequence, counterbalance, and unloading valves....More
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    Manifolds

    Manifolds provide a convenient means for locating multiple valves in a centralized location. Benefits include lower cost, more compact design, less leakage, and simpler maintenance....More
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    Flow-control valves

    Flow-control valves include simple orifices to sophisticated closed-loop electrohydraulic valves that automatically adjust to variations in pressure and temperature....More
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    Electrohydraulic valves

    Servo and servoproportional valves control pressure or flow, and ultimately, force or velocity. Unlike simple directional valves, they can maintain any position between fully open in one direction or the other....More
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