SUN HYDRAULICS
CNGCXEN

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SUN HYDRAULICS
Material:CNGCXEN
Model:CNGC-XEN
Summary:Cartridge

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***Disclaimer: The following summary contains information gathered from various sources such as product descriptions, technical specifications and catalogs. While efforts have been made to provide accurate details, inaccuracies may occur. It is advised to verify all information by contacting Sun Hydraulics directly.***
The Sun Hydraulics CNGCXEN (CNGCXEN) is a fixed orifice, nonpressure compensated flow control valve with a reverse flow check. This valve is designed to regulate fluid flow through the orifice, which is set based on customer specifications and pre-set at the factory. The specified orifice diameter is permanently stamped on one of the cartridge's hex faces for easy identification. Constructed to be interchangeable within the same frame size for all 2-port flow control cartridges, the CNGCXEN ensures compatibility across similar devices without functional compromise. It features a maximum operating pressure of 5000 psi (350 bar) and can handle capacities up to 60 gpm (240 L/min). The orifice range for this model spans from 0.016 to 0.218 inches (0.4 to 5.5 mm), providing flexibility in application based on specific flow requirements. The valve incorporates Sun's floating style construction which minimizes potential internal part binding due to excessive installation torque or variations in cavity/cartridge machining, enhancing reliability and performance stability under various installation conditions. This model also has options for corrosion resistance with external components available in stainless steel (model code suffix AP) or zinc-nickel plated (model code suffix LH), making it suitable for use in corrosive environments. Installation specifications include a valve hex size of 1 1/4 inches (31.8 mm) and an installation torque range between 150-160 lbf ft (203-217 Nm). The overall weight of the valve is approximately 1.10 lbs (0.50 kg). For maintenance and repairs, a Viton seal kit is recommended, specifically part number: 990016006. This specialized hydraulic component is ideal for applications requiring precise flow control where environmental resilience and interchangeability are valued.

Description

This valve is a fixed orifice, non-pressure compensated flow control with a reverse flow check. The flow setting is specified by the user and is set at the factory.

Customer must specify the orifice diameter.
All 2-port flow control cartridges are physically and functionally interchangeable (i.e. same flow path, same cavity for a given frame size). However, cartridge extension dimensions from the mounting surface may vary.
These are essentially check valves with bypass orifices. The flow path matches Sun's flow controls and can be used in any flow control manifolds. Valves with the opposite direction of flow can be found under check valves with bypass orifices.
Because these valves are non-compensating devices, the fixed orifice size will regulate flow through the valve in proportion to the square root of the pressure differential across ports 1 and 2.
The customer specified orifice diameter is stamped on one of the cartridge's hex faces.
Corrosion resistant cartridge valves are intended for use in corrosive environments and are identified by the model code suffix /AP for external stainless steel components, or /LH for external zinc-nickel plated components. See the CONFIGURATION section for all options. For further details, please see the Materials of Construction page located under TECH RESOURCES.
Incorporates the Sun floating style construction to minimize the possibility of internal parts binding due to excessive installation torque and/or cavity/cartridge machining variations.

Cavity	T-16A
Series	3
Capacity	60 gpm240 L/min.
Maximum Operating Pressure	5000 psi350 bar
Orifice Range	.016 - .218 in.0,4 - 5,5 mm
Valve Hex Size	1 1/4 in.31,8 mm
Valve Installation Torque	150 - 160 lbf ft203 - 217 Nm
Model Weight	1.10 lb0,50 kg
Seal kit - Cartridge	Viton: 990-016-006

Show FAQ

What happens if I block the control flow (priority) port?	All flow is blocked, hence the term priority. The priority flow has to be satisfied.
What happens if I block the bypass port on a priority flow control?	The valve acts as a 2 port restrictive flow control.
What is the compensating pressure of Sun's flow controls?	The spring force in our flow controls equates to about 100 psi (7 bar). This is high enough to give the valves acceptable capacity (not really) and not too high for proper circuit operation. 100 psi (7 bar) is the spring force; at the upper end of the flow control's range, the drop through the valve will be as high as 250 psi (17 bar) before it starts modulating.
How big is a drop of hydraulic oil?	There are exactly 250 Sun drops in a cubic inch or 15 in a cc.
What is the pressure drop through a flow control?	In a meter-in flow control circuit if the pump is set at 3000 psi and the load is 2000 psi the drop through the flow control is 1000 psi. In a meter-out circuit with the load at 2000 psi the drop through the flow control is 2000 psi.
How accurate are Sun's flow controls?	We claim +/- 10%. We set to +/- 5% in production testing to allow for differences in customers' conditions. If you want accuracy, stay in the bottom 2/3rds of the range. Our 12 gpm (45 L/min.) flow controls are quite flat at 9 gpm (34 L/min.) and dead flat below 6 gpm (23 L/min.), until you get to the bottom of the range. Below about .25 gpm (1 L/min.), spool leakage and orifice conditions start to limit accuracy.
I have a heat problem, will Sun's priority flow control help?	I am afraid not. Unless you are overflowing your current valve and correctly size ours, you are not likely to notice any improvement. Priority flow controls are not efficient devices. They are an easy way to get more than 1 source of oil from 1 pump but they can generate a lot of heat. Try to size your actuators so the pressures are similar on both the priority and the bypass circuits. If you can't do that, try to have the lower flow leg be the lower pressure. The pump pressure is determined by whichever leg is higher and if there is flow that is taking a pressure drop that is not doing work it is creating heat.

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