SUN HYDRAULICS
PVHACAV

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SUN HYDRAULICS
Material:PVHACAV
Model:PVHA-CAV
Summary:Cartridge

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The Sun Hydraulics PVHACAV (Material Number: PVHACAV) is an externally drained, pilot-operated pressure reducing-relieving valve designed to manage high primary pressure at the inlet port 2 and maintain a constant reduced pressure at port 1, while offering a full-flow relief function from port 1 to tank port 3. This valve is engineered for remote control by pilot or two-way valves through draining the pilot section at port 4, which also renders it insensitive to pressure at tank port 3. It supports a maximum operating pressure of up to 5000 psi (350 bar) and is tested across various ranges with specific differential pressures between inlet and reduced pressures. The valve exhibits low deadband transition between reducing and relieving modes and features exceptionally flat pressure-flow characteristics, ensuring stability and low hysteresis. It incorporates Sun's floating style construction to minimize internal binding risks due to excessive installation torque or machining variations. The capacity of the valve is up to 40 gpm (160 L/min), with factory pressure settings established at blocked control ports. This model allows for adjustment via a screw with an internal hex size of 5/32 inches (4 mm), and the locknut hex size is 9/16 inches (15 mm). The valve installation torque ranges from 150 to 160 lbf\u00b7ft (203 to 217 Nm), ensuring secure placement. The recommended control pilot flow is between 15-20 in\u00b3/min (0.25-0.33 L/min). Additionally, the effective setting of the valve can be increased over its nominal setting by controlling the pressure at drain port 4, provided it does not exceed the maximum allowable limits. Overall, this valve offers precise control in applications requiring stable pressure reduction and relief functions without being fast-acting, making it suitable for systems where dynamic response is not critical but stability and precision are paramount.

Description

Externally drained, pilot-operated pressure reducing/relieving valves reduce a high primary pressure at the inlet (port 2) to a constant reduced pressure at port 1, with a full-flow relief function from port 1 to tank (port 3). Draining the pilot section at port 4 makes these valves insensitive to pressure at tank (port 3) and provides a means for remote control by pilot or 2-way valves.

Maximum pressure at port 3 should be limited to 3000 psi (210 bar).
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.
Pressure at port 4 should not exceed 5000 psi (350 bar).
Pilot operated valves exhibit exceptionally flat pressure/flow characteristics, are very stable and have low hysteresis.
Pressure on the drain (port 4) is directly additive to the valve setting at a 1:1 ratio and should not exceed 5000 psi (350 bar).
Pilot operated reducing, reducing/relieving valves by nature are not fast acting valves. For superior dynamic response, consider direct acting valves.
By controlling the pressure at the drain (port 4), the effective setting of the valve can be increased over 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-23A
Series	3
Capacity	40 gpm160 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	15 - 20 in³/min.0,25 - 0,33 L/min.
Adjustment - Number of Clockwise Turns to Increase Setting	55
Valve Hex Size	1 1/4 in.31,8 mm
Valve Installation Torque	150 - 160 lbf ft203 - 217 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	1.30 lb0,60 kg
Seal kit - Cartridge	Viton: 990-023-006

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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Notes:

Maximum pressure differentials for spring ranges: A and B are 3000 psi (210 bar) D and E are 2000 psi (140 bar) W is 5000 psi (350 bar) inlet pressure

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