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Dec. 14, 2010

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Keep air, dirt, and moisture out of reservoirs

A hydraulic system’s reservoir may pose the greatest challenge for keeping dirt and moisture out of a system. That’s because fluid level constantly rises and falls as a machine cycles. Fluid leaving the reservoir is replaced by ambient air from the ......More
Aug. 10, 2010

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Reservoir air drying system

Edited By Mary C. Gannon ARV Active Reservoir Vent is a dry air purging system for minimizing water contamination in fluids. It continuously supplies dry air to reservoirs and other vented components, providing longer component life, extended fluid ......More
Oct. 7, 2009

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Custom tanks find favor as hydraulic reservoirs in mobile equipment

Custom-made hydraulic reservoirs feature several advantages over their off-the-shelf counterparts. These telehandlers, for example, have a reservoir made to a shape that matches the contemporary design of the rest of the ......More
Jul. 13, 2009

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Online particle counter

ICM online particle counter automatically mounts directly to the system and measures and displays particulate contamination and moisture and temperature levels in various hydraulic fluids. It offers a 400-bar working pressure range and ......More
Jun. 10, 2009

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Immersion heaters

HL (Hydraulic/Lube Oil) series immersion heaters are designed for cold-oil startup. Offering low power densities (about 10 W/in.2) from 0.5 to 12 kW for mounting via 2, 2½, and 3 in. NPT screw plugs and 4½ in. OD flange mount, they can ......More
Jun. 10, 2009

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Breathers critical to reservoir life

As wet, dirty air is drawn through disposable breathers, multiple 3-μm polyester filter elements remove solid particulate and colorindicating silica gel extracts moisture. When air is expelled from the ......More
Apr. 8, 2009

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Pressure Testing Devices

TestMaster 350 provides speed testing of bottle, cylinder, tank, and other interior threaded devices in high-pressure hydrostatic testing applications to 30,000 psi. Features such as self-seating, piston actuation, pressure compensation, ......More
Sep. 15, 2008

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Tank Weld Flanges

O-ring boss straight-thread tank weld flanges have a large diameter flange to prevent distortion of the threaded connection and include a pilot for ease of positioning. They are made of forged steel for easy welding and are available in ......More
Feb. 15, 2008

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Reservoir Breathers

Thermally Reactive Advanced Protection (T.R.A.P.) breathers remove moisture at 15% humidity and exhale it with every flow cycle. Porous water-absorbing chemicals remove water vapor from air while minimizing size and weight; they also ......More
Feb. 15, 2008

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Hydraulic Accumulators/Struts

Hydraulic accumulators improve performance and reduce cost and maintenance. Composite accumulators weigh less than their steel counterparts, making lighter Class 8 vehicles for improved fuel economy or the ability to carry heavier loads. ......More
Feb. 14, 2008

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Disposable Desiccant Breathers

SVDB series of disposable desiccant breathers for mobile and in-plant applications provide a low maintenance solution for moisture control. Two sizes — SVDB-093 and SVDB-096 — use non-toxic Z-R gel. They absorb water for a dry reservoir and ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Reservoir breathers

Reservoir breathers Thermally Reactive Advanced Protection (T.R.A.P.) breathers remove moisture at 15% humidity and exhale it with every flow cycle. Porous waterabsorbing chemicals remove water vapor from air while minimizing size and weight; ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Filler-breather filters

Filler-breather filters Filler-breather filters offer flow rates to 317 gpm and closed cell foam, fiberglass, or resin impregnated cellulose element. Connections available include flange or locknut with various options. High-capacity ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Reservoir accessories

Reservoir accessories Fluid power reservoir accessories include breathers, suction strainers, fluid level indicators, test points, and gauge isolators. Breathers offer air flow rates from 80 to 1600 gpm and are available in pressurized and ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Fluid conditioning

Fluid conditioning Hydra-Kool conditioning system is designed for long-running truck-mounted systems. It continuously cools and filters return oil and comes in two sizes: 8 gal includes two 1…-in. suction ports and self-contained cooler fan ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Accessories aren’t just bells and whistles

With the continuing trend toward smaller reservoirs, accessories have become more important than ever to ensure long life and reliable operation of hydraulic systems....More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Fluid monitoring

Fluid monitoring Reservoir-mounted assembly contains level and temperature controls, digital display on same unit as air breather, return filter, and fill and sampling ports. Three sizes — 40, 60, or 100 lpm — fit filter elements and ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Sight level gauge

Sight level gauge T-LLG-5 ultrasonically welded level gauge is available in 3- and 5-in. mounting configurations with or without temperature gauge. Slotted guards allow 180° viewing. It operates in temperatures from 13° to 195° ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Contamination prevention

Contamination prevention FlowGuard Hydraulic Adapter Kits consist of a disposable desiccant breather, single-position vacuum indicator, optional sample port, customizable fill tube, and fill and drain quick connectors. Silica gel changes from blue ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Liquid level gauge

Liquid level gauge Broad view level gauge provides verification of fluid level in reservoirs. Nylon viewing area is 1 in. across and 3 to 36 in. long. Mounting flush to tank gives view from three surfaces. Upper and lower entry points of ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Air breathers

Air breathers SVDB disposable desiccant breathers remove solid particles and moisture from air, drying it with Z-R gel granules. Air is filtered by 10-μm pleated fiberglass air filter, so it is clean and dry upon reaching reservoir. As gel ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Magnetic suction strainers

Magnetic suction strainers Suction strainers offer dual protection to pump inlet without risk of cavitation. Ceramic magnets located parallel to pleated mesh attract and protect against damaging ferrous particles of all sizes. ......More
Dec. 19, 2007

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Breathers, strainers

Breathers, strainers Vickers-brand H20-reservoir vent breathers filter out dirt and moisture particles from incoming air in hydraulic systems. Mini Mobile-gate fits tight clearances on mobile equipment and Dirtgate filters out dirt in ......More
May 15, 2007

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Reservoir isolators

KleenVent KV reservoir isolators protect against dust, chemicals, water vapor, and other contaminants through a breather vent. They reduce varnish build-up and extend oil and filter life. Eight models have capacities from 2.5 to 80 gal; ......More
Apr. 30, 2007

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The ultimate in reservoir breathers?

KleenVent KV series reservoir isolators keep dust, dirt, and moisture out of hydraulic fluid by separating ambient air from air in the reservoir. Shown are some of the models with steel (black) or polyglass (blue) shells in ......More

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