SUN HYDRAULICS
PVHBKEN

$368.62 USD

SUN HYDRAULICS
Material:PVHBKEN
Model:PVHB-KEN
Summary:Cartridge

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The Sun Hydraulics PVHBKEN (PVHBKEN) is a ventable, pilot-operated pressure reducing-relieving valve designed to reduce a high primary pressure at the inlet to a constant reduced pressure at port 1, while offering a full-flow relief function from port 1 to tank port 3. The valve features a vent port (port 4) that allows for remote control via pilot or two-way valves. It is crucial to note that the pressure at port 3 directly adds to the valve setting in a 1:1 ratio and should not surpass 3000 psi (210 bar). The valve is suitable for systems using phosphate ester fluids when equipped with EPDM seals, as exposure to petroleum-based fluids can damage these seals. The pilot-operated design ensures minimal deadband transition between reducing and relieving modes and offers exceptionally flat pressure-flow characteristics, stability, and low hysteresis. Various adjustment ranges are available, tested with specific maximum differentials between inlet and reduced pressures: ranges D, E, N, and Q support up to 2000 psi (140 bar), while ranges A, B, and H allow up to 3000 psi (210 bar). For higher-pressure applications, ranges C and W accommodate up to 5000 psi (350 bar). The valve incorporates Sun's floating style construction to prevent internal parts from binding due to excessive installation torque or machining variations. It features a cavity T-23A with a series capacity of 40 gpm (160 L/min), maximum operating pressure of 5000 psi (350 bar), control pilot flow of 15-20 in\u00b3/min (0.25-0.33 L/min), and requires specific installation torque values for optimal performance. Reverse flow from reduced pressure port 1 back to inlet port 2 may close the main spool; if reverse free flow is needed, consider adding an external check valve in the circuit.

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.

Pressure at port 3 is directly additive to the valve setting at a 1:1 ratio and should not exceed 3000 psi (210 bar).
Cartridges configured with EPDM seals are for use in systems with phosphate ester fluids. Exposure to petroleum based fluids, greases and lubricants will damage the seals.
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.
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.
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-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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