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Fundamentals of hydraulic pumps

A hydraulic pump is a mechanical device that converts mechanical power into hydraulic energy. It generates flow with enough power to overcome pressure induced by the load.

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    Pressure Control Valves

    I have discussed the pressure control valve previously in my series on hydraulic schematics, but those descriptions were primarily focused on the symbology explanation and how the circuit symbol is drawn. I’m going to do a blog series on pressure valves, because covering all pressure valves in one go would make this missive longer than any of my full length articles....More
  • Jan. 1, 2012
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    Swivels and rotating joints

    From the low end of the spectrum to the high, swivel joints can do everything from improving existing designs to making new designs possible....More
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    Pressure transducers

    Pressure is a key factor in almost every fluid-power circuit. Pressure transducers can interface that factor with the control system....More
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    Airline FRLs

    To maximize the effectiveness of that familiar air-operation trio — the filter/ regulator/ lubricator — you need to know a little more than just the pipe size where it will be installed....More
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    Basic circuits

    Using schematic symbols as building blocks, you can construct a functional diagram showing piping arrangements and operation of any hydraulic or pneumatic circuit....More
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    Quick-acting couplings

    Quick-acting couplings provide a fast, convenient way to repeatedly connect and disconnect fluid lines....More
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    Seals and sealing technology

    Successful sealing involves containment of fluid within fluid power systems and components while excluding contaminants....More
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    Air regulators

    Air regulators are special valves that reduce supply pressure to the level required for efficient operation of downstream pneumatic equipment....More
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    Hydraulic filter circuits

    Return line bypass filter...More
  • Jan. 1, 2012
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    Fittings Basics

    Among the basic elements of virtually every hydraulic system is a series of fittings for connecting tube, pipe, and hose to pumps, valves, actuators, and other components....More
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