SUN HYDRAULICS
LD8

$538.30 USD

SUN HYDRAULICS
Material:LD8
Summary:Manifold

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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 LD8 (Material Number: LD8) is a versatile line mount manifold designed for use with all cartridges utilizing the T18A cavity, which can be installed in this T18AU manifold. It features a robust body type with a 2.00 SAE C62 interface, providing through port 1 with an additional gauge port for enhanced monitoring capabilities. The manifold is constructed to accommodate M12x1.75 6H metric models and includes 22 mounting holes, each with a depth of .75 inches (19 mm), ensuring secure and stable installation. With open cavities totaling 11, this component offers ample space for hydraulic operations. The port size of this manifold is specified as 2 Code 62, making it suitable for high-flow hydraulic systems. Notably, the manifold is crafted from 6061T651 aluminum, chosen for its excellent corrosion resistance and availability in various shapes and sizes. Despite its strength and durability, it should be noted that manifolds made from aluminum are not rated for pressures exceeding 3000 psi (210 bar). This limitation should be carefully considered when evaluating system pressure requirements. The Sun Hydraulics LD8 manifold does not undergo anodization due to several factors including cost considerations and potential reductions in fatigue life caused by the anodizing process. Instead, the natural corrosion-resistant properties of the aluminum alloy are relied upon to ensure longevity and performance in demanding environments. This product is ideal for applications requiring reliable hydraulic flow control with straightforward installation and maintenance features, making it a practical choice for various hydraulic systems needing efficient fluid management solutions.

Description

All cartridges utilizing the T-18A cavity can be installed in this T-18AU manifold.

Body Type	Line mountLine mount
Interface	2.00 SAE C622.00 SAE C62
Body Features	Through port 1 with gauge portThrough port 1 with gauge port
Mounting Hole Thread	M12x1.75 - 6H (metric models)M12x1.75 - 6H (metric models)
Mounting Hole Depth	.75 in.19 mm
Mounting Hole Quantity	22
Open Cavities	11
Cavity	T-18AU
Port Size	2" Code 622" Code 62

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How big is a drop of hydraulic oil?	There are exactly 250 Sun drops in a cubic inch or 15 in a cc.
Why does Sun use 6061 aluminum?	6061-T651 is relatively strong, relatively inexpensive, difficult to machine, readily available in all shapes and sizes and very corrosion resistant. 2024 is stronger and machines beautifully, but is expensive and falls to pieces in a corrosive environment.
Why doesn't Sun anodize their aluminum bodies?	Reasons to anodize: To increase corrosion resistance. Sun uses 6061-T651 aluminum. It is one of the most corrosion resistant aluminum alloys there is. Whether or not anodizing improves the corrosion resistance of 6061 aluminum is debatable. We have yet to have a manifold returned because of corrosion. Appearance (color). The 2 colors that would appeal to Sun would be blue or black. Unfortunately these are the colors that are hardest to do consistently. To provide a hard wear surface. Sun does not make parts-in-body valves. The manifold is just plumbing. We don't need a wear surface. Because everyone else does it. Bad reason. Reasons to not anodize: Cost. It's another process. Logistics. When you make tens of thousands of manifolds a month and you anodize hundreds, it's a problem. Consistency. See above. Stamping. After a body is anodized you cannot do any more stamping without making a mess.Inspection. Have you ever tried to look for burrs in a black anodized body? It's the old blackboard factory at night scenario. Torque. You will experience an increase in breakaway torque when removing items from an anodized manifold. Fatigue life. This is the best reason to not anodize. Fatigue failure is a very complex phenomenon. What it takes to initiate a crack is difficult to predict. What it takes to propagate a crack is readily defined. Anodizing produces a very thin, very hard, and very brittle surface on aluminum. The first time you pressurize an anodized aluminum manifold you have initiated fatigue cracks. Whether or not the stress is enough to propagate the cracks is a matter of pressure and manifold geometry. Anodizing an aluminum manifold grossly reduces the fatigue life by anywhere from 20% to 50%.

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Notes:

Important: Carefully consider the maximum system pressure. The pressure rating of the manifold is dependent on the manifold material, with the port type/size a secondary consideration. Manifolds constructed of aluminum are not rated for pressures higher than 3000 psi (210 bar), regardless of the port type/size specified.

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