SUN HYDRAULICS
PVFDKAV

$205.21 USD

SUN HYDRAULICS
Material:PVFDKAV
Model:PVFD-KAV
Summary:Cartridge

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The Sun Hydraulics PVFDKAV (PVFDKAV) is a ventable, pilot-operated pressure reducing/relieving valve designed to manage high primary pressures by reducing them to a consistent level at port 1 while providing full-flow relief from port 1 to tank port 3. The vent port (port 4) allows for remote control via pilot or two-way valves. Notably, the main stage orifice is integrated into the piston, enhancing durability in demanding applications. The pressure at port 3 directly adds to the valve setting at a 1:1 ratio, not exceeding 3000 psi (210 bar). The valve's design includes a feature for reverse flow from reduced pressure port 1 to inlet port 2, although this may close the main spool; thus, incorporating a separate check valve is recommended for circuits requiring reverse free flow. This pilot-operated valve features low deadband transition between reducing and relieving modes and exceptionally flat pressure-flow characteristics with high stability and low hysteresis. The effective setting can be adjusted below nominal by controlling the vent port pressure. It incorporates Sun\u2019s floating style construction, minimizing internal binding risks due to excessive torque or machining variations. The PVFDKAV has a capacity of 20 gpm (80 L/min) and operates with factory pressure settings established under blocked control conditions. It can handle maximum operating pressures up to 5000 psi (350 bar) with control pilot flows between 10-15 in\u00b3/min (0.16-0.25 L/min). Installation requires specific torque settings and adjustments using internal hex screws and locknuts of designated sizes. The valve weighs approximately .70 lb (0.30 kg), and its seal kit cartridge uses Viton material for enhanced durability under various conditions.

Description

Ventable, pilot-operated pressure reducing/relieving valves reduce a high primary pressure at the inlet to a constant reduced pressure at port 1, with a full-flow relief function from port 1 to tank (port 3). The vent port (port 4) can be used as a means for remote control by pilot or 2-way valves.

These valves have the main stage orifice drilled into the piston rather than a staked-in orifice. This allows the valve to survive physically demanding applications.
Pressure at port 3 is directly additive to the valve setting at a 1:1 ratio and should not exceed 3000 psi (210 bar).
Full reverse flow from reduced pressure (port 1) to inlet (port 2) may cause the main spool to close. If reverse free flow is required in the circuit, consider adding a separate check valve to the circuit.
Pilot operated valves exhibit very low dead-band transition between reducing and relieving modes.
Recommended maximum inlet pressure is determined by the adjustment range. Ranges D, E, N, and Q are tested with a 2000 psi (140 bar) maximum differential between inlet and reduced pressure. Ranges A, B, and H are tested with a 3000 psi (210 bar) maximum differential between inlet and reduced pressure. Ranges C and W are tested with 5000 psi (350 bar) of inlet pressure.
Pilot operated valves exhibit exceptionally flat pressure/flow characteristics, are very stable and have low hysteresis.
By controlling the pressure at the vent (port 4), the effective setting of the valve can be controlled below the nominal valve setting.
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-22A
Series	2
Capacity	20 gpm80 L/min.
Factory Pressure Settings Established at	blocked control port (dead headed)blocked control port (dead headed)
Maximum Operating Pressure	5000 psi350 bar
Control Pilot Flow	10 - 15 in³/min.0,16 - 0,25 L/min.
Adjustment - Number of Clockwise Turns to Increase Setting	55
Valve Hex Size	1 1/8 in.28,6 mm
Valve Installation Torque	45 - 50 lbf ft61 - 68 Nm
Adjustment Screw Internal Hex Size	5/32 in.4 mm
Locknut Hex Size	9/16 in.15 mm
Locknut Torque	80 - 90 lbf in.9 - 10 Nm
Model Weight	.70 lb0,30 kg
Seal kit - Cartridge	Viton: 990-022-006

Show FAQ

How big is a drop of hydraulic oil?	There are exactly 250 Sun drops in a cubic inch or 15 in a cc.
Direct acting or pilot operated - what do I use?	Direct-acting valves are used to prevent over pressure, and pilot-operated valves are used to regulate pressure. If you are unsure, use a direct-acting valve. Sun's direct acting valves are very fast, dirt tolerant, stable, and robust. Sun's pilot-operated valves are moderately fast, they have a low pressure rise vs. flow curve, and they are easy to adjust.
Can I back flow through a reducing valve from port 1 to port 2?	Yes. A reducing or reducing/relieving valve is normally open. If the pressure in the secondary circuit is less than the setting, it will be open.2 caveats: (1) If the valve is in the reducing mode and you suddenly reverse the flow, the valve will not have time to open and will shift into relieving mode or (2) If the back flow generates a pressure drop through the valve that exceeds the setting, the valve will shift into the relieving mode.When in doubt, use a reverse flow check.
What are the tolerances on pressure settings for Sun's pressure control valves?	Pressure setting tolerances are listed in our Performance Data page. A link to this page can also be found in the Additional Resources tab of the applicable product page.
I need a reducer on B. Can I connect the drain to A?	Yes. If you look in the sandwich section you will see that we offer many such packages. When you are pressurizing B, A is connected to tank, allowing the reducer to do its job. When you reverse, the drain or tank port of the reducer is pressurized by A. This increases the setting of the reducer and helps keep the reducer open in the reverse flow direction.
What do you mean by maximum differential?	Our reducing valves are outside-in valves; the supply pressure on the outside of the working parts is higher than the inside. At some pressure differential, the outside (sleeve) will close in on the piston and cause the valve to stick. A D range is adjustable from 25 to 800 psi with a maximum differential of 2000 psi. This means you could set the valve at 600 psi and expect it to work correctly with a supply pressure of 2600 psi. The valve may work at higher differentials, but we do not recommend it. The W and C ranges are tested over their entire range with an inlet pressure of 5000 psi. All direct-acting valves are tested with an inlet pressure of 5000 psi.
Will your reducing/relieving valve relieve my pump to tank?	No. A reducing/relieving valve throttles a supply of oil to maintain a set pressure in a secondary circuit. The valve is open until the secondary or downstream pressure rises to the setting of the valve at which time it starts to close to limit the pressure. If the secondary or downstream pressure is caused to go above the setting, the valve shifts into relieving mode and throttles the secondary circuit back to tank to prevent over-pressure. At no time can the valve connect the supply to tank.

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