Industrial Hydraulics FAQs

FAQ Title: What is “loop drop” and nominal flow rate in proportional and servo valves?
Bosch
Rexroth
Category: Proportional and Servo Valves Corporation
Hydraulics
Sub-Category: Proportional and Servo Valves 2315 City
Line Road
Bethlehem,
PA 18017
Tel (847)
645-3600

Question:
What is meant by total loop drop and nominal flow rate in proportional and servo valve selection
and sizing?

Answer:
The nominal flow rate found in the model code of a proportional or servo valve is determined by
the flow through the valve at a set pressure drop with the valve shifted 100%. The pressure drop is
TOTAL “loop drop” across the valve  P to A AND B to T, or P to B AND A to T.
Proportional valves (4WRA, 4WRE, 4WRZ, 4WRLE…) have a spool (with notches) in a housing
configuration; while servo (4WS2EM) or servo-solenoid (4WRPEH) valves have a spool/sleeve
configuration.
Bosch Rexroth proportional valves are rated @ 10 bar (145 psi) total pressure drop or 5 bar per
spool land. Bosch Rexroth servo valves are rated @ 70 bar (1015 psi) drop, or 35 bar per land.
Particularly with proportional valves, a 10 bar drop is not sufficient for many applications, the “loop
drop” is a reference value to measure flow capability, since proportional and servo valves are
inherently throttles. (Please note, 10 bar is the Rexroth standard, review competitive data sheets,
as 8 bar or other values may be used!) Improper calculation of deceleration pressure requirements
may yield a valve “over-sized” and poor in control resolution. System pressure drop, max flow
requirements, accel/decel forces/pressures and flow curves must be used to determine nominal
flow rate and proper valve size.

Flow curves and data sheets are attached for 4WREE (proportional) and
4WS2EM 10 (Servo with spool/sleeve) as examples.
Attachments:
RE29061.pdf
RE29583.pdf
4WS2EM 10 flow curve.pdf

Updated: JS_August2013
Industrial Hydraulics FAQs
4WREE 16 lpm flow curve.pdf
Prop spool-housing.pdf
Servo spool-sleeve.pdf

Updated: JS_August2013
4/2 and 4/3 proportional directional RE 29061/10.05
Replaces: 02.03
1/20

valves direct operated,

with electrical position feedback,
without/with integrated electronics (OBE)
Types 4WRE and 4WREE

Nominal sizes 6 and 10 H5881 H5732

Component series 2X Type 4WRE 6 …-2X/G24K4/V Type 4WREE 10 …-2X/G24K31/A1V
Maximum operating pressure 315 bar with plug-in connectors and with integrated electronics (OBE)
Maximum flow: 80 l/min (NS6) associated control electronics
180 l/min (NS10) (separate order)

Overview of contents Features

Contents Page – Direct operated proportional directional valve with electrical
Features 1 posisiton feedback and integrated electronics (OBE) for type
4WREE
Ordering details 2
– Closed loop control of the direction and size of a flow
Symbols 3
– Operation is by proportional solenoids with a central thread
Function, section 4
and removable coil
Technical data 5, 6
– For subplate mounting: Porting pattern to ISO 4401
Control electronics 6 Subplates to catalogue sheets RE 45052 (NS6) or RE 45054
Electrical connections, plug-in connectors 7, 8 (NS10), separate order, see pages 16 ...19
Integrated electronics (OBE) for type 4WREE 8, 9 – Spring centred control spool
Characteristic curves 10...15 – Control electronics
Unit dimensions 16...19 • 4WREE
- integrated electronics (OBE) with voltage input or current
input (A1 resp. F1)
• 4WRE (4/3 version), separate order:
- digital or analogue amplifier in Eurocard format
- analogue module amplifier
• 4WRE…A (4/2 version), separate order:
- analogue module amplifier

For information regarding the available spare parts see:

www.boschrexroth.com/spc
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Ordering details

4WRE 2X G24 V *

Without integrated Further details

electronics (OBE) = No code in clear text
With integrated Seal material
electronics (OBE) =E V= FKM seals,
Nominal size 6 =6 suitable for mineral oil
Nominal size 10 = 10 (HL, HLP) to DIN 51524

Spool symbols A B Electronic interfaces A1 or F1

For 4WREE
a 0 b A1 = Command value input ± 10 VDC
F1 = Command value input 4 to 20 mA
P T
No code = For 4WRE
Electrical connections
= E
E1– For 4WRE:
K4 = Without plug-in connector, with
component plug
to DIN EN 175301-803
= V Plug-in connector (solenoid, position
transducer).
separate order, see page 7
For 4WREE:
K31 = Without plug-in connector, with
= W component plug to DIN EN 175201-804
W1– Plug-in connector – separate order,
see page 8
G24 = Power supply voltage 24 VDC
A B 2X = Component series 20 to 29
(20 to 29: unchanged installation and
a 0 connection dimensions)
P T Nominal flow at a valve pressure differential ∆p = 10 bar
NS6
08 = 8 l/min
= EA 16 = 16 l/min
32 = 32 l/min
NS10
25 = 25 l/min
= WA
50 = 50 l/min
75 = 75 l/min

With symbols E1and W1:

P → A: qV max B → T: qV/2
P → B: qV/2 A → T: qV max
Note:
For spools W and WA there is, in the
neutral position, a connection between A
to T and B to T with approx. 3 % of the
relevant nominal cross-section.
RE 29061/10.05 4WRE; 4WREE Hydraulics Bosch Rexroth AG 3/20

Symbols

Proportional directional valves without integrated electronics Proportional directional valves with integrated electronics
Type 4WRE… Type 4WREE…

A B G A B

G a 0 b a 0 b
a b a b
P T P T

Type 4WRE…A… Type 4WREE…A…

A B A B
G
G a 0 a 0
a b a b
P T P T
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Function, section
The 4/2 and 4/3 proportional directional valves are direct
operated components of subplate mounting design. They are
operated by proportional solenoids with central thread and
removalbe coil. The solenoids are optionally controlled by either
external electronics (type 4WRE) or by the integrated
electronics (type 4WREE).
Design:
The valve basically consists of:
– Housing (1) with mounting face
– Control spool (2) with compression springs (3 and 4) and
spring plates (X1 and X2)
– Solenoids (5 and 6) and pole tubes (P1 and P2) with central
thread
– Position transducer (7)
– Optional integrated control electronics (8)
– The mechanical zero point adjustment (9) is accessible via
the Pg13.5 and the electrical zero point is accessible via the
Pg7 (10) (type 4WREE)
Function:
– With the solenoids (5 and 6), de-energised, the control spool
(2) is held in the central position by the compression springs
(3 and 4) between the spring plates (X1 and X2)
– Direct operation of the control spool (2) by energising one of
the proportional solenoids, e.g. control of solenoid "b" (6)
→ Movement of the control spool (2) to the left in
proportion to the electrical input signal
→ Connection from P to A and B to T via orifice-like cross-
sections with progressive flow characteristics
– De-energising of solenoids (6)
→ The control spool (2) is returned to the central position via
the compression spring (3)
In the de-energised condition the spool (2) is held in a
mechanical centre position by the solenoid return springs. This,
for the spool symbol "V", does not relate to the hydraulic centre
position! When the electrical valve closed loop control circuit is
closed then the spool is positioned in the hydraulic centre
position.

Type 4WRE 6…-2X/… A B

X1 X2

a b

A T B
(P)
9 7 5 P1 8 3 2 10 1 4 P2 11 6

Type 4WREE 6…-2X/…

X2

a b

A T B
(P)
9 7 5 P1 3 X1 2 1 4 11 P2 6
Valve with 2 switching positions: (type 4WRE…A…) Note for type 4WRE 6…-2X/…
The function of this valve version is basically the same as that Draining of the tank line is to be prevented. Taking the
of the valve with 3 switched positions. The 2 switched position insallation conditions into account a back pressure is to be
valves are however only fitted with solenoid "a" (5). a plug (11) fitted (back pressure approx. 2 bar).
is fitted in place on the 2nd proportional solenoid.
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Technical data (for applications outside these parameters, please consult us!)
General
Nominal size NS 6 10
Installation optional, preferably horizontal
Storage temperature range °C –20 to +80
Ambient 4WRE °C –20 to +70
temperature range 4WREE °C –20 to +50
Weight 4WRE kg 2.2 6.3
4WREE kg 2.4 6.5

Hydraulic (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C and p =100 bar)

Max. operating pressure Ports A, B, P bar 315
Port T bar 210
Nominal flow qV nom at ∆p = 10 bar l/min 8, 16, 32 25, 50, 75
Max. permissible flow l/min 80 180
Pressure fluid Mineral oil (HL, HLP) to DIN 51524
other pressure fluids on request!
Pressure fluid temperature range °C –20 to +80 (preferably +40 to +50)
Viscosity range mm2/s 20 to 380 (preferably 30 to 46)
Max. permissible degree of pressure fluid contamination. class 20/18/15 1)
Cleanliness class to ISO 4406 (c)
Hysteresis % ≤ 0.1
Reversal span % ≤ 0.05
Response sensitivity % ≤ 0.05
Zero point displacement with changes to the %/10 K 0.15
pressure fluid temperature and operating temperature %/100 bar 0.1

1) The cleanliness class stated for the components must be

adhered too in hydraulic systems. Effective filtration prevents
faults from occurring and at the same time increases the
component service life.
For the selection of filters see catalogue sheets RE 50070,
RE 50076, RE 50081, RE 50086 and RE 50088.
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Technical data (for applications outside these parameters, please consult us!)

Electrical
Nominal size NS 6 10
Voltage type DC
Command value signal Voltage input „A1“ V ±10 (see page 8)
for 4WREE Current input „F1“ mA 4 bis 20 (see page 8)
Solenoid coil Cold value at 20 °C Ω 2.7 3.7
resistance Max. warm value Ω 4.05 5.55
Duty % 100
Max. coil temperature 1) °C 150
Electrical connections 4WRE with component plug DIN EN 175301-803 and ISO 4400
see pages 7 and 8 plug-in connector to DIN EN 175301-803 and ISO 4400 2)
4WREE with component plug DIN EN 175201-804
plug-in connector DIN EN 175201-804 2)
Valve protection to EN 60529 IP65 with mounted and fixed plug-in connector

Control electronics
For 4WRE 4/3 version
Amplifier in digital VT-VRPD-2-2X/V0/0 to RE 30126
Eurocard format 2)
analogue VT-VRPA2-1-1X/V0 VT-VRPA2-2-1X/V0
to RE 30119 to RE 30119
Modular amplifier 2) analogue VT-MRPA2-1 VT-MRPA2-2
to RE 30219 to RE 30219
For 4WRE…A… 4/2 version
Modular amplifier 2) analogue VT-MRPA1-1 VT-MRPA1-2
to RE 30219 to RE 30219
For 4WREE integrated in the valve, see page 9
Analogue command value module VT- SWMA-1-1X/... to RE 29902
Analogue command value module VT-SWMKA-1-1X/... to RE 29903
Analogue command value card VT-SWKA-1-1X/... to RE 30255
Digital command value card VT-HACD -1-1X/... to RE 30143
Supply voltage Nominal voltage VDC 24
Lower limiting value V 19.4
Upper limiting value V 35
Amplifier power Imax A <2
consumption Impulse current A 3

1) Due to the occurring surface temperature of the solenoid Note: For details regarding the environmental
coils, the European Standards EN 563 and EN 982 are to simulation test covering EMC (electro-
be taken into account! magnetic compatibility), climate and
2) Separate order mechanical loading see RE 29061-U
(declaration regarding environmental
compatibility).
RE 29061/10.05 4WRE; 4WREE Hydraulics Bosch Rexroth AG 7/20

Electrical connections, plug-in connectors (nominal dimensions in mm)

For type 4WRE (without integrated electronics)

Connections on the component plug Connections on the plug-in connector

PE PE
1 2 1 2
PE PE

1 2 1 2 To the amplifier To the amplifier

27,5

Plug-in connector CECC 75 301-803-A002FA-H3D08-G 10A

250V 2

to DIN EN 175301-803 and ISO 4400

18
Solenoid a, colour grey

GDM
1

Separate order under Material No. R901017010

43 10
Solenoid b, colour black
Separate order under Material No. R901017011

34,2
1 fixing screw M3
Tightening torque MA = 0,5 Nm

5,5
Inductive position transducer
Coil connections Connection to the plug connector
To the amplifier

To the amplifier
Signal ground
Supply ground
2 1 4 2
4 3 1 3
Signal
Supply

Coil

16 37 Pg7
Plug-in connector 4-pin Pg7-G4W1F
Separate order under Material No. R900023126
Connection cable:
Ø 15

Recommended: Up to 50 m cable length type LiYCY 4 x 0.25 mm2

23

Only connect screen to PE on the supply side.

7,8
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Integrated electronics (OBE) for type 4WREE (nominal dimensions in mm)

For type 4WREE (with integrated electronics (OBE)

Plug-in connector to DIN EN 175201-804

Separate order under Material No. R900021267 (plastic version)
Angled form – separate order under Material No. R9000217845
Fo pin allocation also see block circuit diagram, page 9
91
Ø27

Ø6,5…11
A
F
B

Plug-in connector to DIN EN 175201-804 C E

Separate order under Material No. R900223890 (metal version) D

Ø8…Ø13,5

85

Component plug allocation Contact Interface A1 signal Interface F1 signal

Supply voltage
Reference potential actual value
Differential amplifier input
Measurement output (actual value)
A 24 VDC (u(t) = 19.4 to 35 V); Imax = 2 A
B 0V
C ref. contact F; Re > 50 kΩ ref. contact F; Re < 10 Ω
D ± 10 V command value; Re > 50 kΩ 4 to 20 mA command value; Re > 100 Ω
E reference potentional command value
F ± 10 V actual value 4 to 20 mA actual value,
(limiting load 5 mA) load resistance max. 300 Ω
PE connected with cooling body and valve housing

Command value: A positive command value 0 to +10 V (or 12 to 20 mA) at D and the reference potential at E results in a flow
from P to A and B to T.
A negative command value 0 to –10 V (or 12 to 4 mA) at D and the reference potential at E results in a flow
from P to B and A to T.
For a valve with 1 solenoid on side a (e.g. spool variants EA and WA) a positive command value 0 to +10 V
(or 4 to 20 mA) at D and the reference potential at E results in a flow from P to B and A to T.
Actual value: Actual value 0 to +10 V resp. 12 to 20 mA at F and the reference potential at C results in flow from P to A
and B to T, 0 to –10 V resp. 4 to 12 mA results in flow from P to B and A to T.
For a valve with 1 solenoid results 4 to 20 mA at F and the reference potential at C results in flow from P to A
and B to T.

Connection cable: Recommended: – up to 25 m cable length type LiYCY 7 x 0.75 mm2

– up to 50 m cable length type LiYCY 7 x 1.0 mm2
For outside diameter see plug-in connector sketch
Only connect screen to PE on the supply line.
RE 29061/10.05 4WRE; 4WREE Hydraulics Bosch Rexroth AG 9/20

Integrated electronics (OBE) for type 4WREE

Block circuit diagram / connection allocation

Interface Integrated electronics (OBE) Valve

D Differential
Command value amplifier
U
U I
E U Ramp
Ref. potential generator 2) Controller
F
Actual value Actual value
U U
C U I
Ref. potential
Under voltage
recognition
Interlock

A Power supply
Supply 24 V + Ui Oscillator
B U 0V
voltage GND U – Ui =
PE Demodulator ≈
Protective
conductor 1) =
≈
Position
Sensitivity Zero point 3) transducer

Note: Electrical signals processed by control electronics (e.g. actual value) must not be used for switching off safety
relevant machine functions!
(Also see the European Standard "Safety requirements of fluid power systems and components – hydraulics“,
EN 982!)
1) The protective conductor (PE) is connected to the cooling body and the ±10V/4...20 mA actual position
valve housing! + 24V
2) The ramp is externally adjustable from 0 to 2.5 s; the same applies for Tup A 0V
and Tdown F B
3) Zero point is externally adjustable E C
D Reference actual position
±10V/4...20 mA signal input
3) 2) Reference input
Symbol

A B
A
a 0 b F B
a G b
E C
P T D
WREE 6 W1-08-20/
Zero G24K31/A1V
0000003
00929812 A035276
2154557301

Material No. Valve type

Consecutive valve number within
Internal manufacturing the manufacturing order
order No.
Build year, build week +
country identification
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Characteristic curves for type 4WREE (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C) NS6 and 10
Pressure-signal-characteristic curves (V spool), ps = 100 bar

NS6 NS10
100 100

80 80

60 60

40 40

in % →
in % →

20 20

–5 –3 –1 1 3 5 –5 –3 –1 1 3 5

∆pL
∆pL

pS
pS

– 20 – 20

←
←

– 40 – 40

– 60 – 60

– 80 – 80

– 100 – 100
UE UE
← in % → ← in % →
UEN UEN

Leakage flow with the spool in the central position

Type 4WREE 6 V32 Type 4WREE 10 V75

2 2
Leakage flow in l/min →

Leakage flow in l/min →

1 1

0 50 100 150 200 210 250 300 315 0 50 100 150 200 210 250 300 315
Operating pressure in bar → Operating pressure in bar →
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Characterisitc curves for type 4WREE (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C and p =100 bar) NS6
8 l/min nominal flow at a 10 bar valve pressure differential
30 1 ∆p = 10 bar constant
5
P→A/B→T 2 ∆p = 20 bar constant
20 or 3 ∆p = 30 bar constant
Flow in l/min →

4
P→B/A→T 3 4 ∆p = 50 bar constant
10 2
5 ∆p = 100 bar constant
1

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 V spool
E and W spools
15 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Command value in % →

16 l/min nominal flow at a 10 bar valve pressure differential

60 5 1 ∆p = 10 bar constant
P→A/B→T 2 ∆p = 20 bar constant
50 or 3 ∆p = 30 bar constant
P→B/A→T 4 ∆p = 50 bar constant
4 5 ∆p = 100 bar constant
Flow in l/min →

40

3
30
2
20
1

10

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 V spool
E and W spools
15 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Command value in % →

32 l/min nominal flow at a 10 bar valve pressure differential

120 1 ∆p = 10 bar constant
110 P→A/B→T 5 2 ∆p = 20 bar constant
100 or
3 ∆p = 30 bar constant
90 P→B/A→T
4 ∆p = 50 bar constant
80
Flow in l/min →

4 5 ∆p = 100 bar constant

70
Max. permissible flow
60 3 Note:
50 Take the performance limits on page
2
40 15 into account!
30 1 ∆p = Valve pressure differential (inlet pressure
20 pP minus load pressure pL minus return
10 pressure pT)

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 V spool
E and W spools
15 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Command value in % →
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Charateristic curves for type 4WREE (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C and p = 100 bar) NS10
80 5 1 ∆p = 10 bar constant
25 l/min nominal flow at a 10 bar valve pressure differential
2 ∆p = 20 bar constant
70 P→A/B→T
3 ∆p = 30 bar constant
or
60 4 ∆p = 50 bar constant
Flow in l/min →

P→B/A→T
4 5 ∆p = 100 bar constant
50
3
40
2
30
1
20

10

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 V spool

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 E and W spools

Command value in % →

150 5 1 ∆p = 10 bar constant

50 l/min nominal flow at a 10 bar valve pressure differential
2 ∆p = 20 bar constant
125 P→A/B→T 3 ∆p = 30 bar constant
or 4 ∆p = 50 bar constant
Flow in l/min →

4
100 P→B/A→T 5 ∆p = 100 bar constant

3
75
2
50 1

25

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 V spool

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 E and W spools

Command value in % → Max. permissible flow
Note:
300 Take the performance limits on page
75 l/min nominal flow at a 10 bar valve pressure differential 5 15 into account!
275
250 P→A/B→T
1 ∆p = 10 bar constant
225 or
2 ∆p = 20 bar constant
P→B/A→T
200 3 ∆p = 30 bar constant
180 4
175 4 ∆p = 50 bar constant
150 5 ∆p = 100 bar constant
3
Flow in l/min →

125
2 ∆p = Valve pressure differential (inlet
100 pressure pP minus load pressure pL
75 1 minus return pressure pT)
50
25

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 V spool

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 E and W spools

Command value in % →
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Transient function with a stepped form of electrical input signal for type 4WREE NS6
(measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C and ps =10 bar)
4/3 valve version Signal change in %
Spool symbol „E“ 100 0 – 100 – 0
90
80
0 – 75 – 0
70
Stroke in % →
60
50 0 – 50 – 0
40
30
0 – 25 – 0
20
10

0 10 20 30 40 0 10 20 30
Time in ms →

Frequency response characteristic curves for type 4WREE (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C, ps = 10 bar) NS6

4/3 valve version

Spool symbol „V“
5 –315

0 –270

–3
Amplitude relationship in dB →

–5 –225

Phase angle in ° →
–10 –180

–15 –135

–20 –90

–25 –45

–30 0
1 10 20 30 50 100 200
Frequency in Hz →

Signal ± 10 %
Signal ± 25 %
Signal ± 100 %
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Transient function with a stepped form of electrical input signal for type 4WREE NS10
(measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C and ps =10 bar)
4/3 valve version Signal change in %
Spool symbol „E“ 100 0 – 100 – 0

75 0 – 75 – 0
Stroke in % →

50 0 – 50 – 0

25 0 – 25 – 0

0 20 40 60 0 20 40 60
Time in ms →

Frequency response characteristic curves for type 4WREE (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C, ps = 10 bar) NS10
4/3 valve version
Spool symbol „V“

5 –315

0 –270

–3
–5 –225
Amplitude relationship in dB →

Phase angle in ° →
–10 –180

–15 –135

–20 –90

–25 –45

–30 0
1 10 20 30 50 100 200
Frequency in Hz →

Signal ± 10 %
Signal ± 25 %
Signal ± 100 %
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Flow for type 4WREE (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C) NS6
Load function with maximum valve opening
Nominal flows 8, 16 and 32 l/min
Spool symbol „V“
200 Max. permissible
flow
100
80 32
Flow in l/min →

16
P→A/B→T
08
or
P→B/A→T
10

1
10 20 50 100 200 300
Valve pressure differential in bar →

Take the maximum permissible flow of 80 l/min into account!

Flow for type 4WREE (measured with HLP46, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C) NS10

Load function with maximum valve opening

Nominal flows 25, 50 and 75 l/min
Spool symbol „V“

qVmax
q = 375 l/min
max ≈ 375l/min
V
400
Max. permissible
flow
75
180
P→A/B→T
Flow in l/min →

100 50 or
P→B/A→T

25
50

25

10
10 20 50 100 200 300
Valve pressure differential in bar →

Take the maximum permissible flow of 180 l/min into account!

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Unit dimensions: type 4WRE 6 (nominal dimensions in mm) NS6

6 2 4 10 1 5 3 9

15
A B

85,5
47
42
a b

23
13,5 44
69 8,5
139 (123)
203
262

11 8 7
15

0,01/100mm
8

F1 T F2 Rzmax 4
47

A B
F4 G Required surface finish of the
P F3
valve mounting surface

72 Tolerances to: – General tolerances ISO 2768-mK

1 Valve housing Subplates to catalogue sheet RE 45052 and valve fixing

2 Proportional solenoid "a" with inductive position transducer screws must be ordered separately.
3 Proportional solenoid "b" Subplates: G341/01 (G1/4)
G342/01 (G3/8)
4 Plug-in connector "A", colour grey,
G502/01 (G1/2)
separate order – see page 7
Valve fixing screws (separate order)
5 Plug-in connector "B", colour black,
The following valve fixing screws are recommended:
separate order – see page 7
– 4 S.H.C.S. ISO 4762 - M5 x 50 - 10.9-flZn-240h-L
6 Plug-in connector for inductive position transducer,
(friction value µtotal = 0.09 to 0.14)
separate order – see page 7
Tightening torque MA = 7 Nm ± 10%
7 Plug for valves with one solenoid Material No. R913000064 (separate order)
(2 switching positions, versions EA or WA)
or
8 Identical seal rings for ports A, B, P and T
– 4 S.H.C.S. ISO 4762 - M5 x 50 - 10.9
9 Space required to remove the plug-in connector (friction value µtotal = 0.12 to 0.17)
10 Name plate Tightening torque MA = 8.9 Nm ± 10%
11 Machined valve mounting surface,
connection location to ISO 4401 (with locating pin hole)
Code: 4401-03-02-0-94 (explanation to ISO 5783)
Deviation from the standard:
- without locating pin hole „G“
- ports P, A, B and T mit Ø8 mm
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Unit dimensions: type 4WREE 6 (nominal dimensions in mm) NS6

13 2 12 10 1

113,5
3

47
a

42
b

23
13,5
8,5 44
69
139 (123)
203

262

T
A
B
P

15
11 0,01/100mm
8

F1 T F2 Rzmax 4
47

A B
F4 P G F3 Required surface finish of the
valve mounting surface
72
Tolerances to: – General tolerances ISO 2768-mK

1 Valve housing
2 Proportional solenoid "a" with inductive position transducer Subplates to catalogue sheet RE 45052 and valve fixing
3 Proportional solenoid "b" screws must be ordered separately.
7 Plug for valves with one solenoid Subplates: G341/01 (G1/4)
(2 switching positions, versions EA or WA) G342/01 (G3/8)
G502/01 (G1/2)
8 Identical seal rings for ports A, B, P and T
Valve fixing screws (separate order)
10 Name plate
The following valve fixing screws are recommended:
11 Machined valve mounting surface,
– 4 S.H.C.S. ISO 4762 - M5 x 50 - 10.9-flZn-240h-L
connection location to ISO 4401 (with locating pin hole)
(friction value µtotal = 0.09 to 0.14)
Code: 4401-03-02-0-94 (explanation to ISO 5783)
Tightening torque MA = 7 Nm ± 10%
Deviation from the standard:
Material No. R913000064 (separate order)
- without locating pin hole „G“
- ports P, A, B and T mit Ø8 mm or
12 Integrated electronics (OBE) – 4 S.H.C.S. ISO 4762 - M5 x 50 - 10.9
(friction value µtotal = 0.12 to 0.17)
13 Plug-in connector,
Tightening torque MA = 8.9 Nm ± 10%
separate order – see page 8
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Unit dimensions: type 4WRE 10 (nominal dimensions in mm) NS10

6 2 4 1 10 5 3 9

15
A B

113,5
a b

72,5
40
30

19 70
92 12

184,5 (180,5)
269,5
365

11 8 7
13

F1 P F2 0,01/100mm
32,5±0,2

A B Rzmax 4
72

T T1
Required surface finish of the
F4 F3 valve mounting surface
20 50,8±0,2
Tolerances to: – General tolerances ISO 2768-mK
94

1 Valve housing Subplates to catalogue sheet RE 45054 and valve fixing

2 Proportional solenoid "a" with inductive position transducer screws must be ordered separately.
3 Proportional solenoid "b" Subplates: G66/01 (G3/8)
G67/01 (G1/2)
4 Plug-in connector "A", colour grey,
G534/01 (G3/4)
separate order – see page 7
Valve fixing screws (separate order)
5 Plug-in connector "B", colour black,
The following valve fixing screws are recommended:
separate order – see page 7
– 4 S.C.H.S. ISO 4762 - M6 x 40 - 10.9-flZn-240h-L
6 Plug-in connector for position transducer,
(friction value µtotal = 0.09 to 0.14)
separate order – see page 7
Tightening torque MA = 12.5 Nm ± 10%,
7 Plug for valves with one solenoid Material No. R913000058 (separate order)
(2 switching positions, versions EA or WA)
or
8 Identical seal rings for ports A, B, P, T and T1
– 4 S.C.H.S. ISO 4762 - M6 x 40 - 10.9
9 Space required to remove the plug-in connector (friction value µtotal = 0.12 to 0.17)
10 Name plate Tightening torque MA = 15,5 Nm ± 10%
11 Machined valve mounting surface,
connection location to ISO 4401 (with locating pin hole)
Code: 4401-05-04-0-94 (explanation to
ISO 5783)
Deviation from the standard: Port T1 Ø11.2 mm
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Unit dimensions: type 4WREE 10 (nominal dimensions in mm) NS10

13 2 12 10 1 7 3

139
a b

72,5
40
19 30 70
92 12
184,5 (180,5)
269,5
365

A P B

Ø64
T T1

54 19

11
0,01/100mm
13

Rzmax 4
F1 P F2
32,5±0,2

A B Required surface finish of the

72

T T1 valve mounting surface

F4 F3 Tolerances to: – General tolerances ISO 2768-mK

20 50,8±0,2
94

1 Valve housing Subplates to catalogue sheet RE 45054 and valve fixing

2 Proportional solenoid "a" with inductive position transducer screws must be ordered separately.
3 Proportional solenoid "b" Subplates: G66/01 (G3/8)
G67/01 (G1/2)
7 Plug for valves with one solenoid
G534/01 (G3/4)
(2 switching positions, versions EA or WA)
Valve fixing screws (separate order)
8 Identical seal rings for ports A, B, P, T and T1
The following valve fixing screws are recommended:
10 Name plate
– 4 S.C.H.S. ISO 4762 - M6 x 40 - 10.9-flZn-240h-L
11 Machined valve mounting surface, (friction value µtotal = 0.09 to 0.14)
connection location to ISO 4401 (with locating pin hole) Tightening torque MA = 12.5 Nm ± 10%,
Code: 4401-05-04-0-94 (explanation to ISO 5783) Material No. R913000058 (separate order)
Deviation from the standard: Port T1 Ø11.2 mm
or
12 Integrated electronics (OBE)
– 4 S.C.H.S. ISO 4762 - M6 x 40 - 10.9
13 Plug-in connector, (friction value µtotal = 0.12 to 0.17)
separate order – see page 8 Tightening torque MA = 15,5 Nm ± 10%
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Notes

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Replaces: 07.03
1/20

in 4-way design

Type 4WS.2E...

HAD5892 HAD5893
Size 10 Type 4WSE2ED 10-5X/...B...K31EV Type 4WS2EM 10-5X/...B...K31EV
Component series 5X
Maximum operating pressure 315 bar
Maximum flow 180 l/min

Table of contents Features

Contents Page – Valve to control position, force, pressure or velocity
Features 1 – 2-stage servo valve with mechanical or mechanical and elec-
tric return
Ordering code 2
– 1st stage as nozzle flapper plate amplifier
Symbols 3
– Subplate mounting:
Function, section 4, 5
Porting pattern according to ISO 4401
Technical data 6, 7
– Dry control motor, no pollution of the solenoid gaps by the
Available accessories 7 hydraulic fluid
Electrical connection 7, 8 – Can also be used as 3-way version
Characteristic curves 9 to 15 – Wear-free control spool return element
Unit dimensions 16 to 18 – Control
Flushing plate with porting pattern 19 • External control electronics in Eurocard format or in modu-
lar design (separate order), see page 8
• Or control electronics integrated in the valve (OBE)
– Valve and integrated control electronics are adjusted and tested
– Control spool with flow force compensation
– Control sleeve centrically fixed; thus low susceptibility to
temperature and pressure
– Pressure chambers at the control sleeve with gap seal, no
wear of the seal ring
– Filter for 1st stage externally accessible, see pages 16, 17
and 18

Information on available spare parts:

www.boschrexroth.com/spc
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Ordering code
10 5X B K31 E V *

Directional servo-valve in Further details in the

4-way design for external plain text 7)
control electronics = 4WS2E V = FKM seals 6)
with integrated control suitable for mineral oil (HL, HLP)
electronics = 4WSE2E according to DIN 51524
Mechanical return =M Spool overlap 5)
Mechanical and electric return = D E = 0 to 0.5 % negative
(only available with
integrated electronics) Electrical connection
K31 = Without mating connector with
Size 10 = 10 connector according to EN 175201-804
Component series 50 to 59 = 5X Mating connector - separate order
(50 to 59: Unchanged installation and connec- see page 7
tion dimensions) Inlet pressure range 4)
Rated flow 1) 210 = 10 to 210 bar
with valve pressure differential Δp = 70 bar 315 = 10 to 315 bar
5 l/min = 5
Pilot oil supply and return 3)
10 l/min = 10
– = Supply external, return external
20 l/min = 20
E = Supply internal, return external
30 l/min = 30
T = Supply external, return internal
45 l/min = 45
ET = Supply internal, return internal
60 l/min = 60
75 l/min = 75 Valves for external control electronics: 2)
11 = Coil no. 11 (30 mA / 85 Ω per coil)
90 l/min = 90
Valves with integrated control electronics:
Command Actual value
value (only available with 4WSE2ED…)
9 = ±10 V ±10 V
Rated flow 1) 13 = ±10 mA ±10 mA
The rated flow refers to a 100 % command value signal at
70 bar valve pressure differential (35 bar per control edge). Inlet pressure range 4)
The valve pressure differential must be regarded as refer- Care should be taken that the system pressure is as constant
ence. Other values result in the flow being changed. as possible.
A possible rated flow tolerance of ±10 % must be taken into Pilot pressure range: 10 to 210 bar or 10 to 315 bar
account (see flow signal function page 9).
With regard to the dynamics, the frequency response de-
pendency must be observed within the admissible pres-
Electrical control data 2) sure range.
Valves for external control electronics:
The actuating signal must be formed by a current-controlled Spool overlap 5)
output stage. Servo amplifier see page 7.
The spool overlap in % refers to the nominal stroke of the
Valves with integrated control electronics: control spool.
With the integrated electronics, the command value can be
fed in as voltage (ordering code "9") or - with larger distanc- Other control spool overlaps upon request!
es (> 25 m between control and valve) as current (ordering
code "13"). Seal material 6)
If you need any other sealing material, please contact us!
Pilot oil 3)
Care should be taken that the pilot pressure is as constant as Details in the plain text 7)
possible. An external pilot control via port X is thus often ad-
Here, special requests are to be specified in the plain text. Af-
vantageous. The valve can be operated with a higher pres-
ter receipt of the order, they are checked by the plant and the
sure at X than at P in order to influence the dynamics in a
type designation is amended with a related number.
positive form.
The ports X and Y are also pressurized in case of "Internal"
pilot oil supply.
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Symbols
Valves with electric and mechanical return, with OBE Valves with mechanical return, without OBE
(example: 4WSE2ED 10-5X…ET…) (example: 4WS2EM 10-5X…ET…)

U
G
A B
A B
a, b
P T a, b
P T
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Function, section
4WS(E)2EM10-5X/...
Valves of type 4WS(E)2EM10-5X/... are electrically operated,
2-stage directional servo-valves. They are mainly used to
control position, force and velocity.
These valves consist of an electro-mechanical converter
(torque motor) (1), a hydraulic amplifier (nozzle flapper plate
principle) (2) and a control spool (3) in a sleeve (2nd stage),
which is connected to the torque motor via a mechanical return.
An electrical input signal at the coils (4) of the torque motor
generates a force by means of a permanent magnet which
acts on the armature (5), and in connection with a torque
tube (6) results in a torque. This causes the flapper plate (7)
which is connected to the torque tube (6) via a pin to move
from the central position between the two control nozzles (8),
and a pressure differential is created across the front faces of
the control spool. This pressure differential results in the con-
trol spool changing its position, which results in the pressure
port being connected to one actuator port and, at the same
time, the other actuator port being connected to the return
flow port.
The control spool is connected to the flapper plate or the
torque motor by means of a bending spring (mechanical re-
turn) (9). The position of the control spool is changed until the
feedback torque across the bending spring and the electro-
magnetic torque of the torque motor are balanced and the
pressure differential at the nozzle flapper plate system be-
comes zero.
The stroke of the control spool and consequently the flow of
the servo valve are controlled in proportion to the electrical
input signal. It must be noted that the flow depends on the
valve pressure drop.
TA P TB
A B
4WS.2E... RE 29583/05.11
External control electronics, type 4WS2EM10-5X/...
(separate order)
External control electronics (servo amplifier) serve the actua-
tion of the valve, amplifying an analog input signal (command
value) so that with the output signal, the servo valve is actu-
ated in a flow-controlled form.
Integrated control electronics, type 4WSE2EM10-5X/...
and 4WSE2ED10-5X/...
To amplify the analog input signal, control electronics (10) espe-
cially adjusted to this valve type are integrated. They are located
in the torque motor cover cap. The valve zero point can be ad-
justed by means of an externally accessible potentiometer.
4WSE2ED10-5X/...
In addition to the mechanical control by the return spring,
valves of this types are equipped with the electric spool posi-
tion detection and control. The control spool position is deter-
mined by an inductive position transducer (11). The position
transducer signal is compared to the command value by inte-
grated control electronics (10). Any possible control deviation
is amplified electrically and fed to the torque motor as control
signal. With the additional electric return, higher dynamical
values can be achieved by the electric controller gain in the
small signal range than with the purely mechanical version.
The additionally available mechanical return ensures that in
case the electric voltage supply fails, the valve spool is posi-
tioned in the zero range.
The valve is only available with integrated control electronics.
The valve zero point can be adjusted by means of an exter-
nally accessible potentiometer.
Note:
Changes in the zero point may result in damage to the sys-
tem and may only be implemented by instructed specialists.
1
4
5
6
2
7
Type 4WS2EM10...
3
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Section
Type 4WSE2EM10...
10

TA P TB
A B

Type 4WSE2ED10...
10

11

TA P TB
A B
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Technical data (For applications outside these parameters, please consult us!)
general
Weight with mechanical return kg 3.56
with mechanical and electric return and inte- kg 3.65
grated control electronics
Installation position Optional, if it is ensured that during start-up of the system the
pilot control is supplied with sufficient pressure (≥ 10 bar).
Storage temperature range °C –20 to +80
Ambient temperature range °C –20 to +60 valve with OBE
–30 to +100 valve without OBE

hydraulic (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)

Operating Pilot control stage, pilot oil supply bar 10 to 210 or 10 to 315
pressure Main valve, port P, A, B bar Up to 315
Return flow Port T
pressure Pilot oil return internal bar Pressure peaks < 100 permitted, static < 10
Pilot oil return external bar Up to 315
Port Y bar Pressure peaks < 100 permitted, static < 10
Hydraulic fluid See table page 7
Hydraulic fluid temperature range °C –15 to +80, preferably +40 to +50
Viscosity range mm2/s 15 to 380, preferably 30 to 45
Maximum admissible degree of contamination of the hydrau- Class 18/16/13 1)
lic fluid cleanliness class according to ISO 4406 (c)
Zero flow QV,L 2) pP 4) l pP 4) l pP 4) l pP 4) l pP 4) l
l/min •0.7 •0.9 •1.2 •1.5 •1.7
measured without dither signal 70 bar min 70 bar min 70 bar min 70 bar min 70 bar min
Rated flow Qv rated 3), tolerance ±10 %
with valve differential pressure ∆p = 70 bar l/min 5 10 20 30 45 60 75 90
Maximum control spool stroke possible with mechanical
end position (in case of error) related to nominal stroke % 120 to 170 120 to 150
Pressure gain with 1 % spool stroke change % of pP 4)
(from the hydraulic zero point) ≥ 30 ≥ 60 ≥ 80
Return system Mechanical "M" Mechanical and
electric "D"
Hysteresis (dither-optimized) % ≤ 1.5 ≤ 0.8
Range of inversion (dither-optimized) % ≤ 0.3 ≤ 0.2
Response sensitivity (dither-optimized) % ≤ 0.2 ≤ 0.1
Zero adjustment flow over the entire
operating pressure range % ≤ 3, long-term ≤ 5 ≤2
Zero shift upon change of:
Hydraulic fluid temperature % / 20 °C ≤1 ≤2
Ambient temperature % / 20 °C ≤1 ≤2
Operating pressure 80 to 120 % of pP4) % / 100 bar ≤2 ≤2
Return flow pressure 0 to 10 % pP4) % / bar ≤1 ≤1

1) Thecleanliness classes specified for the components must 2) Q

V, L = Zero flow in l/min
be adhered to in hydraulic systems. Effective filtration pre-
V rated = Rated flow (complete valve) in l/min
3) Q
vents faults and at the same time increases the service life 4) p = Operating pressure in bar
of the components. P

For the selection of the filters see www.boschrexroth.com/filter

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Technical Data (For applications outside these parameters, please consult us!)
Hydraulic fluid Classification Suitable sealing materials Standards
Mineral oils and related hydrocarbons HL, HLP NBR, FKM DIN 51524
Flame-resistant – Water-containing HFC NBR ISO 12922
Important information on hydraulic fluids! – Flame-resistant – water-containing: Maximum pressure
difference per control edge 175 bar, otherwise, increased
– For more information and data on the use of other hydrau-
cavitation erosion!
lic fluids refer to data sheet 90220 or contact us!
Tank pre-loading < 1 bar or > 20 % of the pressure differ-
– There may be limitations regarding the technical valve ence. The pressure peaks should not exceed the maxi-
data (temperature, pressure range, service life, mainte- mum operating pressures!
nance intervals, etc.)!
– The flash point of the process and operating medium used
must be 40 K higher than the maximum solenoid sur-
face temperature.

electric
Return system Mechanical "M" Mechanical and electric "D"
Protection class of the valve according to EN 60529 IP 65 with mating connector mounted and locked
Type of signal Analog
Rated current per coil mA 30
Resistance per coil Ω 85
Inductivity with 60 Hz and Connection in series H 1.0
100 % rated current Connection in parallel H 0.25
In case of actuation using non-Rexroth amplifiers, we recommend a superimposed dither signal

electric, external control electronics (only version "M")

Amplifier Eurocard format Analog Type VT-SR2-1X/... according to data sheet 29980
(separate order) Modular design Analog Type VT 11021 according to data sheet 29743

Important: Information on the environment simulation testing for the areas EMC (electromagnetic compatibility), climate
and mechanical load see data sheet 29583-U (declaration on environmental compatibility).

Available accessories
Service case with test device for continuous valves with Service case with test device for servo valves for ex-
integrated electronics type VT-VETSY-1 according to data ternal electronics type VT-SVTSY-1 according to data
sheet 29685. sheet 29681.

Electrical connection, external control electronics

Type 4WS2EM 10-5X... The electrical connection can be designed as parallel or serial connection. For reasons of
operational safety and the resulting lower coil inductivity, we recommend the connection
in parallel.
The E-F bridge can be used for the electrical determination of the correct connection of
A the plug-in connector and/or for the identification of cable break.
Coil A
C Connection in parallel:
B In the mating connector, connect contact A with B and C with D.
Coil B
D Connection in series:
E In the mating connector, connect contact B with C.
F Electrical control from A (+) to D (–) results in the flow direction P to A and B to T. Inverted
PE electrical control results in the flow direction P to B and A to T.
E → F = bridge
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Electrical connection, integrated control electronics

Type 4WSE2EM 10-5X...

Zero point setting

A
B
Mating connec- Current control Voltage control
C
tor assignment Control "13" Control "9"
D
Re A +15 V +15 V
Dither E
Supply voltage B –15 V –15 V
signal F
C ⊥ ⊥
PE
D ±10 mA ±10 V
Command value
E Re = 100 Ω Re ≥ 50 kΩ
Type 4WSE2ED 10-5X... Measuring output F 1) ±10 mA 2) +10 V against ⊥ 2)
Zero point setting for control spool Load max. 1 kΩ Ri ≈ 4.7 kΩ
1) In valves with mechanical return, part F is not used.
2) With nominal spool stroke
A
A
B Current con- Max. 150 mA Max. 150 mA
sumption at the B
C
mating connec- D
D tor port 0 to ±10 mA ≤ 0.2 mA
Re E
E
Sensitivity
F
setting Ri
PE
Dither signal
setting

Supply voltage: ±15 V ±3 %, residual ripple < 1 %

Command value: Command value at the mating connector port D = positive against mating connector port E results
in flow from P to A and B to T.
Measuring output F has positive signal against ⊥.
Command value at the mating connector port D = negative against mating connector port E results
in flow from P to B and A to T.
Measuring output F has negative signal against ⊥.
Measuring output: The voltage or current signal is proportional to the control spool stroke.

Important: Electric signals taken out via control electronics (e.g. actual value) must not be used for switching off
safety-relevant machine functions!

Electrical connection, mating connector

Mating connector according to DIN EN 175.201-804
separate order under Material no. R900223890
(metal version)

A
B F

C E
D
Ø8…Ø13,5

85
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Characteristic curves (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)

Flow/load function (tolerance ±10 %) Rated flow
with 100 % command value signal 5 l/min = Curve 1 45 l/min = Curve 5
10 l/min = Curve 2 60 l/min = Curve 6
20 l/min = Curve 3 75 l/min = Curve 7
30 l/min = Curve 4 90 l/min = Curve 8

200 8
7
6
100
90 5
75
60 4
45
40 3
30
Flow in l/min →

20 2
15

10 1

1
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 100 200 300
Valve pressure differential in bar →

Δp = Valve pressure differential (inlet pressure pP minus load pressure pL and minus return flow pressure pT)

Tolerance field of the flow command value function

at constant valve pressure differential
P → A; B → T
110
100
Flow in %
90
80

60

40

20
-100 -80 -60 -40 -20 -5 Tolerance field

Typical 5 20 40 60 80 100
flow curve 20
Command value in %
40

60

80
90
100
110
P → B; A → T
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Characteristic curves: Type 4WS.2EM 10 and 4WSE2ED 10 (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)
Transition function with pressure rating 315 bar, step response without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 5, 10, 20 l/min Rated flow 5, 10, 20 l/min
100 100
90 90
80 80
Spool stroke in % →

Spool stroke in % →
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 10 20 0 10 20
Time in ms → Time in ms →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar

Frequency response with pressure rating 315 bar, stroke frequency without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 5, 10, 20 l/min Rated flow 5, 10, 20 l/min
5 –315 5 –315

0 –270 0 –270
Amplitude ratio in dB →

Amplitude ratio in dB →
Phase angle in° →

Phase angle in° →

–5 –225 –5 –225

–10 –180 –10 –180

–15 –135 –15 –135

–20 –90 –20 –90

–25 –45 –25 –45

–30 0 –30 0
10 100 200 10 20 50 100 200 500 700
20 50 500 700
Frequency in Hz → Frequency in Hz →
5% 25 % 100 %

Dependency of the frequencyf at –90° on the operating pressure p and the inlet amplitude
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 5, 10, 20 l/min Rated flow 5, 10, 20 l/min
100 100
90 90
Inlet amplitude in % →

Inlet amplitude in % →

80 80
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325
Frequency at –90° in Hz → Frequency at –90° in Hz →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar
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Characteristic curves: Type 4WS.2EM 10 and 4WSE2ED 10 (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)
Transition function with pressure rating 315 bar, step response without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 30 l/min Rated flow 30 l/min
100 100
90 90
80 80

Spool stroke in % →
Spool stroke in % →

70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 10 20 30 40 0 10 20 30 40
Time in ms → Time in ms →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar

Frequency response with pressure rating 315 bar, stroke frequency without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 30 l/min Rated flow 30 l/min
5 –315 5 –315
0 –270 –270
Amplitude ratio in dB →

Amplitude ratio in dB →

0
Phase angle in° →

Phase angle in° →

–5 –225 –225
–5
–10 –180 –10 –180

–15 –135 –15 –135

–20 –90 –20 –90

–25 –45 –25 –45

–30 0 –30 0
10 20 50 100 200 500 700 10 20 50 100 200 500 700
Frequency in Hz → Frequency in Hz →
5% 25 % 100 %

Dependency of the frequencyf at –90° on the operating pressure p and the inlet amplitude
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 30 l/min Rated flow 30 l/min
100 100
90 90
Inlet amplitude in % →

Inlet amplitude in % →

80 80
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325
Frequency at –90° in Hz → Frequency at –90° in Hz →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar
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Characteristic curves: Type 4WS.2EM 10 and 4WSE2ED 10 (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)
Transition function with pressure rating 315 bar, step response without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 45 l/min Rated flow 45 l/min
100 100
90 90
80 80
Spool stroke in % →

Spool stroke in % →
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 10 20 30 40 0 10 20 30 40
Time in ms → Time in ms →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar

Frequency response with pressure rating 315 bar, stroke frequency without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 45 l/min Rated flow 45 l/min
5 5

0 0
Amplitude ratio in dB →
Amplitude ratio in dB →

Phase angle in° →

Phase angle in° →

–5 –5

–10 –10
–150 –150
–15 –15
–120 –120
–20 – 90 –20 – 90
– 60 – 60
–25 –25
– 30 – 30
–30 – 0 –30 – 0
2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700 2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700

Frequency in Hz → Frequency in Hz →
5% 25 % 100 %

Dependency of the frequencyf at –90° on the operating pressure p and the inlet amplitude
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 45 l/min Rated flow 45 l/min
100 100
90 90
Inlet amplitude in % →

Inlet amplitude in % →

80 80
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325
Frequency at –90° in Hz → Frequency at –90° in Hz →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar
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Characteristic curves: Type 4WS.2EM 10 and 4WSE2ED 10 (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)
Transition function with pressure rating 315 bar, step response without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 60 l/min Rated flow 60 l/min
100 100
90 90
80 80
Spool stroke in % →

Spool stroke in % →
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 10 20 30 40 0 10 20 30 40
Time in ms → Time in ms →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar

Frequency response with pressure rating 315 bar, stroke frequency without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 60 l/min Rated flow 60 l/min
5 5

0 0
Amplitude ratio in dB →
Amplitude ratio in dB →

Phase angle in° →

Phase angle in° →

–5 –5

–10 –10
–150 –150
–15 –15
–120 –120

–20 – 90 –20 – 90
– 60 – 60
–25 –25
– 30 – 30
–30 – 0 –30 – 0
2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700 2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700

Frequency in Hz → Frequency in Hz →
5% 25 % 100 %

Dependency of the frequencyf at –90° on the operating pressure p and the inlet amplitude
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 60 l/min Rated flow 60 l/min
100 100
90 90
Inlet amplitude in % →

Inlet amplitude in % →

80 80
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325
Frequency at –90° in Hz → Frequency at –90° in Hz →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar
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Characteristic curves: Type 4WS.2EM 10 and 4WSE2ED 10 (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)
Transition function with pressure rating 315 bar, step response without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 75 l/min Rated flow 75 l/min
100 100
90 90
80 80
Spool stroke in % →

Spool stroke in % →
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 10 20 30 40 0 10 20 30 40
Time in ms → Time in ms →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar

Frequency response with pressure rating 315 bar, stroke frequency without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 75 l/min Rated flow 75 l/min
5 5

0 0
Amplitude ratio in dB →
Amplitude ratio in dB →

Phase angle in° →

Phase angle in° →

–5 –5

–10 –10
–150 –150
–15 –15
–120 –120
–20 – 90 –20 – 90
– 60 – 60
–25 –25
– 30 – 30
–30 – 0 –30 – 0
2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700 2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700

Frequency in Hz → Frequency in Hz →
5% 25 % 100 %

Dependency of the frequencyf at –90° on the operating pressure p and the inlet amplitude
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 75 l/min Rated flow 75 l/min
100 100
90 90
Inlet amplitude in % →

Inlet amplitude in % →

80 80
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325 0 50 100 150 200 250 300325
Frequency at –90° in Hz → Frequency at –90° in Hz →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar
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Characteristic curves: Type 4WS.2EM 10 and 4WSE2ED 10 (measured with HLP 32, ϑoil = 40 °C ± 5 °C)
Transition function with pressure rating 315 bar, step response without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 90 l/min Rated flow 90 l/min
100 100
90 90
80 80
Spool stroke in % →

Spool stroke in % →
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10

0 10 20 30 40 0 10 20 30 40
Time in ms → Time in ms →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar

Frequency response with pressure rating 315 bar, stroke frequency without flow
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 90 l/min Rated flow 90 l/min
5 5

0 0
Amplitude ratio in dB →

Amplitude ratio in dB →
Phase angle in° →

Phase angle in° →

–5 –5

–10 –10
–150 –150
–15 –15
–120 –120
–20 – 90 –20 – 90
– 60 – 60
–25 –25
– 30 – 30
–30 – 0 –30 – 0
2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700 2 10 20 50 100 200 300 700

Frequency in Hz → Frequency in Hz →
5% 25 % 100 %

Dependency of the frequencyf at –90° on the operating pressure p and the inlet amplitude
4WS.2EM 10 4WSE2ED 10
Rated flow 90 l/min Rated flow 90 l/min
100 100
90 90
Inlet amplitude in % →

Inlet amplitude in % →

80 80
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 325 0 50 100 150 200 250 300325
Frequency at –90° in Hz → Frequency at –90° in Hz →
40 bar 70 bar 140 bar 210 bar 315 bar
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Unit dimensions: Type 4WS2EM 10 (dimensions in mm)

Mechanical return / external control electronics,
type 4WS2EM 10-5X/…
3 2 1
15 95 68

32
96
80

64
60

10
9,5

M6

10 4 6 7 5 8

3,7
9,5

1 Cap X A B Y
46

65
2 Mating connector
(order separately, see page 7) TA TB
3 Space required for removing the mating connector,
also take care of connection cable!
4 Exchangeable filter element with seals 1,5
Material no.: R961001950 12,5 24 54
102
5 Profile seal for filter screw 16 x 1.5, part of item 4
127
6 Name plate
7 Identical seal rings for ports A, B, P, TA and TB 25,5 9
11

0,01/100
8 Identical seal rings for ports X and Y
Ports X and Y are also pressurized in case of "inter- Rzmax 4 F1 P F2
nal" pilot oil supply. X Y
A B
9 Processed valve mounting faces, porting pattern ac-
68

Required surface quality T T1

cording to ISO 4401-05-05-0-05 of the counterpart
Port T1 is optional and is recommended for reduc- F4 F3
ing the pressure drop from B → T with rated flows
> 45 l/min. 105
10 Valve mounting screws
For reasons of stability, exclusively the following Subplates according to data sheet 45054 must be ordered
valve mounting screws may be used: separately.
4 hexagon socket head cap screws
ISO 4762-M6x70-10.9-flZn-240h-L
(friction coefficient 0.09 – 0.14 according to
VDA 235-101) (included in the delivery)
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Unit dimensions: Type 4WSE2EM 10 (dimensions in mm)

Mechanical return / integrated control electronics,
type 4WSE2EM 10-5X/…
4 3 2 1
15 95 75

47
111
80

64
60

10
2,5
M6

11 5 7 8 6 9

3,7
1 Cap with integrated control electronics
2 Electric zero point setting:
9,5

After removal of the SW2.5 plug screw, the zero P

point can be corrected using a potentiometer
3 Mating connector (order separately, see page 7)
X A B Y
46

65
4 Space required for removing the mating connector,
also take care of connection cable! TA TB
5 Exchangeable filter element with seals
Material no.: R961001950
6 Profile seal for filter screw 16 x 1.5, part of item 5

1,5
12,5 24 54
7 Name plate 102
127
8 Identical seal rings for ports A, B, P, TA and TB
9 Identical seal rings for ports X and Y 25,5 10
11

Ports X and Y are also pressurized in case of "inter- 0,01/100

nal" pilot oil supply.
Rzmax 4 F1 P F2
10 Processed valve mounting faces, porting pattern ac- X Y
cording to ISO 4401-05-05-0-05 A B
68

Port T1 is optional and is recommended for reduc- Required surface quality T T1

ing the pressure drop from B → T with rated flows of the counterpart
> 45 l/min. F4 F3
11 Valve mounting screws 105
For reasons of stability, exclusively the following
valve mounting screws may be used:
4 hexagon socket head cap screws
ISO 4762-M6x70-10.9-flZn-240h-L
(friction coefficient 0.09 – 0.14 according to
VDA 235-101) (included in the delivery) Subplates according to data sheet 45054 must be ordered
separately.
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Unit dimensions: Type 4WSE2ED 10 (dimensions in mm)

Electric and mechanical return / integrated control electronics,
type 4WSE2ED 10-5X/…
4 3 2 1
15 95 75

47
111
80

64
60

10
44,5 2,5 M6
159

1 Cap with integrated control electronics 11 5 7 8 6 9

3,7
2 Electric zero point setting:
After removal of the SW2.5 plug screw, the zero
point can be corrected using a potentiometer
9,5

3 Mating connector (order separately, see page 7) P

4 Space required for removing the mating X Y
46

connector, also take care of connection cable!

65
A B
5 Exchangeable filter element with seals
Material no.: R961001950 TA TB
6 Profile seal for filter screw 16 x 1.5, part of item 5
7 Name plate
1,5
24 54
8 Identical seal rings for ports A, B, P, TA and TB
102
9 Identical seal rings for ports X and Y
Ports X and Y are also pressurized in case of "inter- 25,5 10
11

nal" pilot oil supply. 0,01/100

10 Processed valve mounting faces, porting pattern ac- F1 P F2
Rzmax 4
cording to ISO 4401-05-05-0-05
X Y
Port T1 is optional and is recommended for reduc- A B
68

ing the pressure drop from B → T with rated flows Required surface quality T T1
> 45 l/min. of the counterpart
11 Valve mounting screws F4 F3
For reasons of stability, exclusively the following 105
valve mounting screws may be used:
4 hexagon socket head cap screws
ISO 4762-M6x70-10.9-flZn-240h-L
(friction coefficient 0.09 – 0.14 according to
Subplates according to data sheet 45054 must be ordered
VDA 235-101) (included in the delivery)
separately.
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Flushing plate with porting pattern according to ISO 4401-05-05-0-05 (dimensions in mm)

Symbol

with FKM seals,

TA P X A B Y TB Material no. R900912450, weight: 2 kg

3
1 R-ring 13 x 1.6 x 2 (A, B, P, TA and TB)
2 R-ring 11.18 x 1.6 x 1.78 (X, Y)
3 Mounting screws

46,5
40,5
For reasons of stability, exclusively the following
mounting screws may be used:
4 hexagon socket head cap screws
ISO 4762-M6x50-10.9-flZn-240h-L

9,5
(friction coefficient 0.09 - 0.14 according to 1
VDA 235-101) (included in the delivery)
To ensure proper operation of the servo-valves, it is neces- 2 6,6
sary to flush the system before commissioning. 2
The following values are guidelines for the flushing time

12
per system: P
t = Flushing time in h A B
V = Tank capacity in l
X Y

70
V
t ≥ • 5 QV = Pump flow in l/min
QV TA TB

When topping up more than 10 % of the tank capacity, flush-
ing must be repeated.
The use of a directional valve with port in accordance with 18 90 2
ISO 4401-05-05-0-05 is suited better than a flushing plate.
This valve can also be used for flushing the actuator ports.
Also refer to catalog sheet RE 07700.
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