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Load-independent
Proportional valve
type PVG 32
SAE version
With mechanical actuation
With electrical remote control and mechanical actuation

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Contents

Contents Page

Conversion factors 2

General 3

Function 4
PVG 32 valve group 4
Plug for external pilot oil supply, PVPC 6
Friction detent, PVMR 6
Mechanical float position lock, PVMF 6
PVBS main spools for flow or pressure control 7
Electrical LS unloading valve, PVPX 7

Technical data 8

Electrical actuation 10

Modules and Pump side modules, PVP 13

code numbers Basic valves, PVB - without LSA/B pressure limiting valves 14
Basic valves, PVB - with LSA/B pressure limiting valves 15
Mechanical actuator, PVM 15
Cover for PVMD, PVH, PVMR and PVMF 15
Electrical actuator, PVE 16
Suction valve, PVLA 16
Shock and anti-cavitation valve, PVLP 17
End plate, PVS 17
Assembly kit, PVAS 17
Electrical LS unloading valve, PVPX 17
Plug for external pilot oil supply, PVPC 18
Main spools, PVBS 18

Technical characteristics 23

Dimensions 29

Hydraulic systems 31

Electrical systems 32

System safety 33

Other operating conditions 36

Module selection chart 37

Order specification 40

Conversion factors 1 lbf-in = 0.0113 daNm 1 hp = 0.7457 kW

1 lbf = 4.448 N 1 in3 = 16.39 cm3
1 lbf = 0.4448 daN 1 gpm (US)= 3.785 l/min
1 psi = 0.069 bar °F = 1.8 × °C + 32
1 in = 25.4 mm 1 lb = 0.4536 kg

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General

PVG 32 valve group Pump side module - PVP

• Built-in pressure relief valve
• System pressure up to 4350 psi (300 bar) con-
tinuous and 4640 psi (320 bar) intermittent
• Pressure gauge connection
• Versions:
- Open centre version for systems with fixed
displacement pumps
- Closed centre version for systems with variable
displacement pumps
- Central pilot oil supply for electrical actuator built
into the pump side module
- Versions prepared for electrical LS unloading
valve PVPX

Basic module - PVB

Valve system
PVG 32 is a hydraulic load sensing valve designed
to give maximum flexibility. From a simple load
sensing directional valve, to an advanced
electrically controlled load-independent proportional
valve.
The PVG 32 module system makes it possible to
build up a valve group to meet requirements
precisely.
The compact external dimensions of the valve
remain unchanged whatever combination is
specified.
General features PVG 32
• Load-independent flow control:
- Oil flow to an individual function is
independent of the load pressure of this
function
- Oil flow to one function is independent of
the load pressure of other functions
• Good regulation characteristics
• Energy-saving
• Up to 10 basic modules per valve group
• Several types of connection threads
• Low weight
• Interchangeable spools
• Depending on requirements the basic module can
be supplied with:
- Integrated pressure compensator in
channel P
- Check valve in channel P
- Shock/suction valves
- LS pressure limiting valves individually
adjustable for ports A and B
- Different spool variants
Actuation modules
The basic module is always fitted with mechanical
actuator PVM, which can be combined with the
following as required:
• Electrical actuator (12 V or 24 V )
- PVES - proportional, super
- PVEH - proportional, high performance
- PVEM - proportional, medium performance
- PVEO - ON/OFF
• Cover for mechanical actuation, PVMD
• Cover for mechanical detent, PVMR
• Cover for mechanical float, PVMF
• Cover for hydraulic actuation, PVH

Accessories Remote control units Electronics

• Electrical remote control units • Flow adjustment unit - EHF
- PVRE, PVRET • Ramp generator - EHR
- PVREL • Speed control - EHS
- PVRES • Closed loop speed control - EHSC
- Prof 1 • Alarm logic - EHA
- Prof 1 CIP • Closed loop position control - EHC
• PVG CIP
• Hydraulic remote control unit • CIP Configuration Tool
- PVRHH

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PVG 32 valve group with open
centre PVP
(PVB with flow control spool)
PVG 32 valve group with
closed centre PVP
(PVB with flow control spool)
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Function
When the pump is started and the main spools in
the individual basic modules (11) are in the neutral
position, oil flows from the pump, through
connection P, across the pressure adjustment
spool (6) to tank. The oil flow led across the
pressure adjustment spool determines the pump
pressure (stand-by pressure).
When one or more of the main spools are actuated,
the highest load pressure is fed through the shuttle
valve circuit (10) to the spring chamber behind the
pressure adjustment spool (6), and completely or
partially closes the connection to tank.
Pump pressure is applied to the right-hand side of
the pressure adjustment spool (6). The pressure
relief valve (1) will open should the load pressure
exceed the set value, diverting pump flow back to
tank.
In a pressure-compensated basic module the
compensator (14) maintains a constant pressure
drop across the main spool - both when the load
changes and when a module with a higher load
pressure is actuated.
With a non pressure-compensated basic module
incorporating a load drop check valve (18) in
channel P, the check valve prevents return oil flow.
In the closed centre version an orifice (5) and a plug
(7) have been fitted instead of the plug (4). This
means that the pressure adjustment spool (6) will
only open to tank when the pressure in channel P
exceeds the set value of the pressure relief
valve (1).
In load sensing systems the load pressure is led to
the pump regulator via the LS connection (8).
In the neutral position the pump control sets the
displacement so that leakage in the system is
compensated for, to maintain the set stand-by
pressure
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The basic module can be supplied without the load
drop check valve in channel P for functions with
over-centre valves.
The shock valves PVLP (13) with a fixed setting and
the suction valves PVLA (17) on ports A and B are
used for the protection of the individual working
function against overload and/or cavitation.
An adjustable LS pressure limiting valve (12) can be
built into the A and B ports of pressure-
compensated basic modules to limit the pressure
from the individual working functions.
The LS pressure limiting valves save energy
compared with the shock valves PVLP:
- With PVLP all the oil flow to the working function
will be led across the combined shock and suction
valves to tank if the pressure exceeds the fixed
setting.
- With LS pressure limiting valves an oil flow of
about 0.5 gpm (2.0 l/min) will be led across the LS
pressure limiting valve to tank if the pressure
exceeds the valve setting.
When a main spool is activated the pump regulator
will adjust the displacement so that the set
differential pressure between P and LS is
maintained.
The pressure relief valve (1) in PVP should be set at
a pressure of approx. 435 psi (30 bar) above maxi-
mum system pressure (set on the pump or external
pressure relief valve).
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Function

Sectional drawing, PVG 32

PVP

PVB

PVB

1. Pressure relief valve 11. Main spool

2. Pressure reduction valve for pilot 12. LS pressure limiting valve
oil supply 13. Shock and suction valve, PVLP
3. Pressure gauge connection 14. Pressure compensator
4. Plug, open centre 15. LS connection, port A
5. Orifice, closed centre 16. LS connection, port B
6. Pressure adjustment spool 17. Suction valve, PVLA
7. Plug, closed centre 18. Load drop check valve
8. LS connection 19. Pilot oil supply for PVE
9. LS signal 20. Max. oil flow adjustment screws for
10. Shuttle valve ports A and B

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Function PVPC, PVMR, PVMF

Plug for external pilot oil supply, PVPC

PVPC with check valve

PVPC with check valve for open

centre PVP
PVPC with check valve is used in
systems where it is necessary to
operate the PVG 32 valve by means
of the electrical remote control
without pump flow. When the
external solenoid valve is opened,
oil from the pressure side of the
cylinder is fed via the PVPC through
the pressure reducing valve to act as
the pilot supply for the electrical
actuators.
This means that a load can be
lowered by means of the remote
control lever without starting the pump.
The built-in check valve prevents the
oil from flowing via the pressure
adjustment spool to tank. With the
pump functioning normally the
external solenoid valve is closed to
ensure that the load is not lowered
due to the pilot supply oil flow
requirement of approximately
0.25 gpm (1 l/min).

Please note:
With closed centre PVP the external
pilot oil supply can be connected to
the pressure gauge connection
without the use of a PVPC plug.

Friction detent, PVMR

Mechanical float position lock, PVMF

Friction Detent PVMR

The friction detent PVMR allows the PVMR PVMF PVMF
directional spool to be held in any P⇒A⇒F P⇒B⇒F
position, resulting in infinitely (Standard assembly) (Standard assembly)
variable, reversible, pressure
compensated flow. This can be
sustained indefinitely without having
to continue to hold the mechanical
lever.

Please note:
PVMR should only be used
together with PVB basic modules
with pressure compensator.

Mechanical Float Position Lock

PVMF
This allows the float spool to be held
in the float position after release of
the mechanical handle.

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Function PVBS

PVBS main spools for flow
control (standard)
When using standard flow control spools, the pump
pressure is determined by the highest load
pressure. This is done either via the pressure
adjustment spool in open centre PVP (fixed
displacement pumps) or via the pump regulator
(variable displacement pumps).
In this way the pump pressure will always
correspond to the load pressure plus the stand-by
pressure of the pressure adjustment spool or the
pump regulator.
This will normally give optimum and stable
adjustment of the oil flow.

PVBS main spools for flow
control (with linear
characteristic)
PVBS main spools with linear characteristic have
less dead band than standard spools and a
completely proportional ratio between control signal
and oil flow in the range beyond the dead band.
PVBS with linear characteristic must never be used
together with PVEM electrical actuators
The interaction between the small dead band of the
spools and the hysteresis of the PVEM actuator of
20% involves a risk of building up a LS pressure in
neutral position.

PVBS main spools for
pressure control
In a few systems load sensing pump pressure may
result in unstable adjustment of the oil flow and a
tendency towards system hunting. This may be the
case with working functions that have a large
moment of inertia or overcenter valves.
In such systems Danfoss PVBS main spools for
pressure control can be advantageous.

The spools are designed in such a way that the

pump pressure is controlled by the spool travel. The
main spool must be displaced so far that the pump
pressure just exceeds the load pressure before the
working function is applied. If the main spool is held
in this position, the pump pressure will remain
constant - even if the load pressure changes - giving
a stable system.

The use of pressure control spools, however, also
means that
- the oil flow is load dependent
- the dead band is load dependent
- the pump pressure can exceed the load
pressure by more than is usual.
Due to these factors it is recommended that
pressure control spools are only used when it is
known for certain that problems with stability will
arise - or already have arisen.

Electrical LS unloading valve,

PVPX

PVPX is a solenoid LS unloading valve. PVPX is
fitted into the pump side module enabling a
connection to be made between the LS and the tank
lines. Thus the LS signal can be relieved to tank by
means of an electric signal.
• For a PVP pump side module in closed centre
version the relief to tank of the LS signal means
that the pressure is reduced to the sum of the
tank port pressure for the pump side module plus
the stand-by pressure of the pump.

Pressure reduction during LS pressure relief:

• For a PVP pump side module in open centre
version the relief to tank of the LS signal means
that the pressure in the system is reduced to the
sum of the tank port pressure plus the neutral flow
pressure for the pump side module.

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Technical data

Technical data The technical data for PVG 32 and PVPX are typical
measured results. For the hydraulic system a mineral
based hydraulic oil with a viscosity of 102 SSU
(21 mm2/s) and a temperature of 122°F (50°C) was used.

Valve group PVG 32

continuous 4350 psi (300 bar) 2)
Port P
intermittent 1) 4640 psi (320 bar) 2)
Max. pressure
Port A/B 5075 psi (350 bar)
Port T, static/dynamic 360 /580 psi (25/40 bar)
Port P 37 gpm 4) (140 l/min)
Oil flow, rated
Port A/B, with press. comp. 26.4 gpm 3) (100 l/min)
(See characteristics, page 25-27)
Port A/B, without press. comp. 33 gpm (125 l/min)
Spool travel, standard ± 0.28 in (± 7 mm)
Proportional range ± 0.19 in (± 4.8 mm)
Spool travel, float position spool
Float position 0.32 in (8 mm)
Standard ± 0.06 in (± 1.5 mm)
Dead band, flow control spools
Linear characteristic ± 0.03 in (± 0.8 mm)

Max. internal leakage A/B → T, without shock valve 1.85 in3/min (20 cm3/min)
at 2175 psi (100 bar) and 102 SSU (21 mm2/s) A/B → T, with shock valve 2.15 in3/min (25 cm3/min)
Recommended temperature 86-140°F (30 - 60°C)
Oil temperature (inlet temperature) Min. temperature -22°F (-30°C)
Max. temperature +194°F (90°C)
Ambient temperature -22 to +140°F (30 to 60°C)
Operating range 65 to 347 SSU (12 to 75 mm2/s)
Oil viscosity Min. viscosity 39 SSU (4 mm2/s)
Max. viscosity 2128 SSU (460 mm2/s)

Filtration Max. contamination

19/16
(See page 36) (ISO 4406)

Oil consumption in pilot oil pressure reduction valve 0.25 gpm (1 l/min)
1) Max. 10% operation every minute
2) With PVSI end plate
3) For 130 l/min contact technical Sales Organization for Danfoss Hydraulics
4) In open circuit systems with short P-hoses/tubes, attention should be paid to pressure peaks at flows > 26.4 gpm (100l/min).

Hydraulic actuation PVH

Regulation range 75 to 220 psi (5 to 15 bar)
Max. pilot pressure 435 psi (30 bar)
Max. pressure on port T 1) 145 psi (10 bar)
1) The PVRHH remote control lever should be connected direct to tank

Mechanical actuator PVM

Regulation range,
standard control lever ±19.5°
Regulation range, float Proportional range ±13.4°
position control lever Float position 22.3°
Neutral Max. spool
position travel
Operating force PVM + PVMD 5.0 ± 0.7 lbf (2.2 ± 0.3 daN) 6.3 ± 0.7 lbf (2.8 ± 0.3 daN)
PVM + PVE 1) 5.0 ± 0.7 lbf (2.2 ± 0.3 daN) 6.3 ± 0.7 lbf (2.8 ± 0.3 daN)
PVM + PVH 6.0 ± 0.7 lbf (2.7 ± 0.3 daN) 18.7 ± 0.7 lbf (8.3 ± 0.3 daN)
Spool displacement from neutral position 3.8 lbf (1,7daN)
PVM+PVMR
Spool displacement from any other position 1.3 lbf (0.6 daN)
Operating force Spool displacement from neutral position 5.0 lbf (2.2 daN)
PVM+PVMF Spool displacement into float position 13.5 lbf (6.0 daN)
Spool displacement away from float position 6.3 lbf (2.8 daN)
Control lever positions, see page 30 No. 2×6
1) PVE without voltage

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Technical data PVE, PVPX

Electrical actuation PVE

PVEM PVEH PVES
Voltage Function PVEO Prop. Prop. Prop.
ON/OFF medium high high
Max. 0,235 s 0,700 s 0,230 s 0.230 s
Neutral switch Reaction time from neutral Rated 0,180 s 0,450 s 0,150 s 0.150 s
positionto max. spool travel
Min. 0,120 s 0,230 s 0,120 s 0.120 s
Max. 0,175 s 0,175 s 0,175 s 0.175 s
Reaction time from max. spool
Neutral switch travel to neutral position Rated 0,090 s 0,090 s 0,090 s 0.090 s
Min. 0,065 s 0,065 s 0,065 s 0.065 s
Max. 0,700 s 0,200 s 0.200 s
Reaction time from neutral
Constant voltage position to max. spool travel Rated 0,450 s 0,120 s 0.120 s
Min. 0,230 s 0,050 s 0.050 s
Max. 0,700 s 0,100 s 0.100 s
Constant voltage Reaction time from max. spool Rated 0,450 s 0,090 s 0.090 s
travel to neutral position
Min. 0,230 s 0,065 s 0.065 s
Without voltage Pilot oil flow per PVE Neutral 0 gpm 0 gpm 0 gpm 0.106 gpm (0.40 l/min)
Locked 0.026 gpm (0.10 l/min) 0.026 gpm (0.10 l/min) 0.026 gpm (0.10 l/min) 0.053 gpm (0.20 l/min)
With voltage Pilot oil flow per PVE 1 actuation 0.001 gpm (0.004 l/min) 0.001 gpm (0.004 l/min) 0.001 gpm (0.004 l/min) 0.001 gpm (0.004 l/min)
Actuations 0.185 gpm (0.70 l/min) 0.132 gpm (0.50 l/min) 0.290 gpm (1.10 l/min) 0.290 gpm (1.10 l/min)
Hysteresis 1) Rated 20% 4% <1%
Grade of enclosure IEC 529 IP65
1) Hysteresis is indicated at rated voltage and f = 0.02 Hz for one cycle. A cycle incl. N > full A > N > full B > N.

Actuator PVEO, PVEM, PVEH and PVES

Rated voltage 12 V 24 V
Voltage range 11-15 V 22-30 V
Supply voltage (UDC)
Max. ripple 5%
Current consumption 2) 0.65 A 0.33 A
Neutral 0.5 × UDC
Signal voltage (PVEM/PVEH/PVES)
Control range 0.25 × UDC to 0.75 × UDC
Signal current 2) (PVEM/PVEH/PVES) ± 0.25 mA ± 0.5 mA
Input impedance at 0.5 × UDC 12 kΩ
Power consumption 8W
Max. load − 100 mA − 60 mA
Fault monitoring (PVEH/PVES)
Reaction time at fault 500 ms
2) at rated voltage

Electrical LS unloading valve PVPX

Max. operation pressure 5075 psi (350 bar)
Max. pressure drop at an oil flow of 2.6 gpm 30 psi (2 bar)
Recommended temperature 86 to 140°F (30 to 60°C)
Oil temperature (inlet temperature) Min. temperature -22°F (-30°C)
Max. temperature +194°F (+90°C)
Max. coil surface temperature 311°F (155°C)
Ambient temperature -22 to +140°F (-30 to +60°C)
Operating range 65 to 347 SSU (12 to 75 mm2/s)
Oil viscosity Min. viscosity 39 SSU (4 mm2/s)
Max. viscosity 2128 SSU (460 mm2/s)
Response time for LS pressure relief 300 ms
Enclosure to IEC 529 IP 65
Rated voltage 12 V 24 V
Max. permissible deviation from rated supply voltage ±10%
At 72°F (22°C) coil temperature 1.55 A 0.78 A
Current consumption at rated voltage
At 230°F (110°C) coil temperature 1.00 A 0.50 A
At 72°F (22°C) coil temperature 19 W 19 W
Power consumption
At 230°F (110°C) coil temperature 12 W 12 W

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Electrical actuation

ON-OFF actuation PVEO, ON-OFF

Main features of PVEO:

• Compact
• Robust operation
• Simple build-up

Proportional actuation With electrical proportional actuation the main spool
position is adjusted so it corresponds to an electrical
signal - from a remote control unit, for example.
The signal (set-point signal) is converted into a
hydraulic pressure which moves the main spool.
The position of the main spool is converted in the
positional transducer (C) to an electric signal
(feed-back signal). This signal is registered by the
electronics.
The variation between the set-point signal and
feed-back signal actuates the solenoid valves.
The solenoid valves are actuated so that hydraulic
pressure moves the main spool into the correct
position.

PVEM, Proportional medium

PVEM versions are recommended where there is a
requirement for simple proportional control and
where reaction and hysteresis are not critical. Main
features of PVEM:

• ON-OFF modulated
• Inductive transducer
• Medium hysteresis

PVEH, Proportional high

PVEH versions are recommended where among the
requirements are fault monitoring, fast system
reaction, low hysteresis and fine regulation. Main
features of PVEH:

• Inductive transducer, see page 11

• Integrated pulse width modulation, see page 11
• Short reaction time
• Low hysteresis
• Fault monitoring, see page 11 and 12
• Transistor output for signal source, see page 12

PVES, Proportional super

PVES versions are recommended for all
applications requiring very accurate electrical
control of the oil flow. In closed loop control systems
with Danfoss speed control EHSC, PVES should
always be used.

At slow changes of the control signal hysteresis is

0%. It rises gradually to max. 4% at quick changes
of the control signal. See Technical data on
page 9. All other features correspond to PVEH.

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Electrical actuation PVE

PVEH/S - LVDT-transducer, Inductive transducer, LVDT Integrated pulse width modulation

pulse width modulation
(Linear Variable Differential Transformer).
When the main spool is moved a voltage is
induced proportional to the spool position. The use
of LVDT gives contact-free (proximity) registration of
the main spool position. This means an extra-long
working life and no limitation as regards the type of
hydraulic fluid used. In addition, LVDT gives a
precise position signal of high resolution.
Positioning of the main spool in PVEH is based on
the pulse width modulation principle.
As soon as the main spool reaches the required
position, modulation stops and the spool is locked in
position.

The fault monitoring system
Note:
1. Different degrees of safety are
described on pages 33 to 35.
2. The fault monitoring does not
work if the supply voltage to
PVEH/PVES is cut off - for
example by a neutral position
switch (see page 34).
3. When using PVEH/PVES with
passive fault monitoring it’s up
to the customer to decide on
the required degree of safety
for the system (see page 33).
A fault monitoring system is provided in all PVEH Passive fault monitoring:
and PVES models. The system is available in two - A delay of 250 ms before anything happens.
versions: – The active fault monitoring type, which - An alarm signal is sent out through the connector.
provides a warning signal and deactivates the - This state is not memorized. When the erroneous
solenoid valves, and the passive fault monitoring state disappears, the alarm signal will turn to pas-
type, which provides a warning signal only. See sive again. However, the signal will always be
figure below. active for a minimum of 100 ms when triggered.
Both active and passive fault monitoring systems
are triggered by three main events: To prevent the electronics from going into an
undefined state, a general supervision of the power
Input signal monitoring: supply and the internal clock frequency is made.
The input signal voltage is continuously monitored. This function applies to PVEH, PVES and PVEM:
The permissible range is between 15% and 85% of
the supply voltage. Outside this range the section High supply voltage:
will switch into an active error state. The solenoid valves are disabled when the supply
voltage is exceeded by 50% (18 V for a 12 V PVE
Transducer supervision: and 36 V for a 24 V PVE).
If one of the wires to the LVDT sensor is broken or
short-circuited, this section will switch into an active Low supply voltage:
error state. The solenoid valves are disabled when the supply
voltage falls below 8 V.
Supervision of the closed loop:
The actual position must always correspond to the Internal clock:
demanded position (input signal). When the The solenoid valves are disabled when the internal
distance from neutral to the actual position is longer clock frequency fails.
than the demanded distance, the system detects an All three states are triggered automatically when the
error and will switch into an active error state. On fault conditions cease.
the other hand, a situation where the actual position
is closer to neutral than that demanded will not
cause an error state. This situation is considered “in
control”.
When an active error state occurs, the fault
monitoring logic will be triggered:
Note:
The neutral deadband prevents the output signal
from releasing the fault monitoring logic, thus
stopping the function until the required pilot oil pres-
sure has been developed.
Active fault monitoring:
- A delay of 500 ms before anything happens.
- The solenoid valve bridge will be disabled, - all
solenoids will be released.
- An alarm signal is sent out through the connector.
- This state is memorized and continues until the
system is actively reset (by turning off the supply
voltage).

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Electrical actuation PVE

PVEH/PVES - connection to Normal operation (the lamp lights up green) Fault cutout (the lamp light up red)
fault monitoring output
Transistor output Transistor output
function function

Example of connected components Example of connected components

A: External relay A: External relay

B: Solenoid valve (e.g. PVPX) B: Solenoid valve (e.g. PVPX)

Via an external relay the pin pos. 3 can be Other connections possible:
connected to a solenoid valve which will relieve - a solenoid valve to relieve the pump oil flow
the LS-signal to tank, e.g. PVPX. - a signal lamp, an alarm horn
- pump cut-out, etc.

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Modules and code numbers

Pump side modules, PVP

Code number
ISO-symbol Description
P = 7⁄8 inch-14 P = 1 1⁄16 inch-12

Open centre pump side module for

pumps with fixed displacement.
157B5200 157B5300
For purely mechanically actuated
valve groups.

Open centre pump side module for

pumps with fixed displacement.

157B5210 157B5310
With pilot oil supply for electrically
actuated valves.

Open centre pump side module for

pumps with fixed displacement.

With pilot oil supply for electrically

actuated valves. 157B5212 157B5312

Connection for electrical

LS unloading valve, PVPX.

Closed centre pump side module for

pumps with variable displacement.
157B5201 157B5301
For purely mechanically actuated
valve groups.

Closed centre pump side module for

pumps with variable displacement.

157B5211 157B5311
With pilot oil supply for electrically
actuated valves.

Closed centre pump side module for

pumps with variable displacement.

With pilot oil supply for electrically 157B5213 157B5313

actuated valves.

Connection for electrical

LS unloading valve, PVPX.

Connections: P = 7/8 inch - 14; 0.65 in deep or 1 1/16 inch - 12; 0.75 in deep. LS/M = 1/2 inch - 20; 0.47 in deep. T = 1 1/16 inch - 12; 0.75 in deep.

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Modules and code numbers PVB

Basic modules, PVB - without adjustable LSA/B pressure limiting valves

Code number
ISO-symbol Description No facilities for Facilities for
shock valves shock valves
A/B A/B

Without load drop check valve and

pressure compensator.
Can be used where load holding 157B6400 157B6430
valves prevent oil from flowing back
through channel P.

Load drop check valve. 157B6500 157B6530

Load drop check valve

LSA/B shuttle valve.
157B6536
To be used with
float position spools.

With compensator valve. 157B6600 157B6630

Connections: A/B = 7/8 inch-14; 0.65 in deep

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Modules and code numbers PVB, PVM, PVMD, PVH, PVMR, PVMF

Basic modules, PVB - with adjustable LSA/B pressure limiting valves

Code number

ISO-symbol Description No facilities for Facilities for

shock valves shock valves
A/B A/B

With compensator valve.

LSA/B shuttle valve.
Adjustable LSA/B pressure limiting valves. 157B6603 157B6633
External LS connection port A/B.
Also used for float position spools.

Connection: Port A/B: 7/8 inch- 14; 0.65 in deep. LSA/B: 1/2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep

Mechanical actuator, PVM Angle

Cover, PVMD ISO-symbol Description Code number
on base
Cover, PVH
Standard, spring centered. 157B3171 22.5°
Cover, PVMR
Individual oil flow adjustment to ports A and B 157B3172 37.5°
Cover, PVMF
As standard, without actuation lever. 157B3174 37.5°
With base for mounting of actuation lever. 157B3175 22.5°
As standard, without actuation lever and base.
157B3173 -
Shaft for mounting of actuation lever.

Cover for purely mechanically operated valve. 157B0001

Cover for hydraulic remote control, PVH 157B0007

Friction detent, PVMR 157B0004

Mechanical float position lock, PVMF 157B0005

Connections: PVH: 9/16-18 UNF; 0.54 in deep.

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Modules and code numbers PVE, PVLA

Electrical actuator, PVE Code number

ISO-symbol Description
12 V 24 V

PVEO 157B4216 157B4228

ON/OFF

PVEM, standard. Proportional Medium 157B4116 157B4128

On/Off-modulated, inductive transducer.

PVEM for float position. Proportional Medium. 157B4416 157B4428

On/Off-modulated, inductive transducer etc.

PVEH, standard. Proportional High. Pulse-width

modulation, quick response, low hysteresis, 157B4016 157B4028
active fault monitoring, inductive transducer.

PVEH. Proportional High. Pulse width

modulation, quick response, low hysteresis, 157B4086 157B4088
passive fault monitoring, inductive transducer.
PVEH for float position. Proportional High. Pulse
width modulation, quick response low hysteresis, 157B4316 157B4328
active fault monitoring,inductive transducer etc.
PVES. Proportional super. Active fault monitoring.
157B4816 157B4828
Specifications as PVEH but hysteresis ~ 0%

Suction valve, PVLA (fitted in PVB)

ISO-symbol Description Code number

Suction valve
157B2001
port A and/or B.

Plug for connecting

the non active port to
157B2002
tank, when using a
single acting spool.

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Modules and code numbers PVLP, PVS, PVAS

Shock and anti-cavitation valve, PVLP (fitted in PVB)

ISO-symbol Description Setting psi (bar) Code number
460 (32) 157B2032
720 (50) 157B2050
910 (63) 157B2063
1160 (80) 157B2080
1450 (100) 157B2100
1810 (125) 157B2125
2030 (140) 157B2140
2175 (150) 157B2150
Shock and suction 2320 (160) 157B2160
valve for port A and/or B. 2540 (175) 157B2175
Not adjustable. 2755 (190) 157B2190
3045 (210) 157B2210
3335 (230) 157B2230
3480 ( 240) 157B2240
3625 (250) 157B2250
3840 (265) 157B2265
4060 (280) 157B2280
4350 (300) 157B2300
4640 (320 157B2320

End plate, PVS

ISO-symbol Description Code number

PVS
Without active elements. 157B2020
No connections

PVS
Without active elements. 157B2021
Max. intermittent LX pressure: 3620 psi (250 bar)

PVSI
Without active elements. 157B2004
Without connections

PVSI
Without active elements. 157B2005
LX connections. Max. int. LX pressure: 4640 psi (320 bar)

LX connections: PVS; 3/8 inch-24; 0.39 in deep

PVSI; 1/2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep

Assembly kit, PVAS

Code number
Description
1 PVB 2 PVB 3 PVB 4 PVB 5 PVB 6 PVB 7 PVB 8 PVB 9 PVB 10 PVB
Tie bolts and seals 157B8001 157B8002 157B8003 157B8004 157B8005 157B8006 157B8007 157B8008 157B8009 157B8010

Electrical LS unloading Code number

valve, PVPX ISO-symbol Description
12 V 24 V
Normally open:
157B4236 157B4238
LS pressure relieved with no signal to PVPX.

Normally closed:
LS pressure relieved with signal to PVPX. 157B4246 157B4248

Normally open with manual override:

LS pressure relieved with no signal to PVPX. 157B4256 157B4258
Pressure relief manually overrideable.
Plug 157B5601

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Modules and code numbers PVPX, PVPC, PVBS

Plug for external pilot oil supply, PVPC

ISO-symbol Description Code number

Plug with check valve

157B5700
for open center PVP

Connection: 1/2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep

PVBS main spools for hydraulically actuated basic modules

For basic modules without LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow 1) gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
A B C D E
2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)

4-way, 3-position.
Closed neutral position. 157B9000 157B9001 157B9002 157B9003 157B9004
Flow control.

4-way, 3-position.
Throttled, open neutral position. 157B9100 157B9101 157B9102 157B9103 157B9104
Flow control.

4-way, 3-position.
Closed neutral position. 157B9010 157B9011 157B9012
Pressure control (PC→ A and B).

1) Oil flow applies to flow control spools only.

For basic modules with LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
AA A B C D E
1.3 (5) 2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)

4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B9025 157B9020 157B9021 157B9022 157B9023 157B9024
Flow control

4-way, 3 position.
Throttled, open neutral position. 157B9125 157B9120 157B9121 157B9122 157B9123 157B9124
Flow control

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Modules and code numbers PVBS

PVBS, standard main spools for flow control

For basic modules without LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
AA A B C D E F
1.3 (5) 2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100) 34.3 (130)

4-way, 3-position.
Closed neutral 157B7005 157B7000 157B7001 157B7002 157B7003 157B7004 157B7006
position.

4-way, 3-position.
Throttled, open 157B7105 157B7100 157B7101 157B7102 157B7103 157B7104 157B7106
neutral position.

3-way, 3-position.
Closed neutral 157B7200 157B7201 157B7202 157B7203 157B7204
position. P → A.

3-way, 3-position.
Closed neutral 157B7301 157B7302 157B7303 157B7304
position. P → B.

4-way, 3-position.
A→T 157B7401 157B7402 157B7403 157B7404 157B7406
in neutral position.

4-way, 3 position.
B→T 157B7501 157B7502 157B7503 157B7504
neutral position

For basic modules with LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
AA A B C D E F
1.3 (5) 2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100) 34.3 (130)

4-way, 3-position.
Closed neutral 157B7025 157B7020 157B7021 157B7022 157B7023 157B7024 157B7026
position.

4-way, 3-position.
Throttled, open 157B7125 157B7120 157B7121 157B7122 157B7123 157B7124 157B7126
neutral position.

4-way, 3-position.
A→T 157B7421 157B7422 157B7423 157B7424
in neutral position.

4-way, 3-position.
B→T 157B7521 157B7522 157B7523 157B7524
in neutral position.

4-way, 4-position.
For float position 157B7620 157B7621 157B7622 157B7623 157B7624
P → B → F.

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Modules and code numbers PVBS

PVBS, main spools for pressure control

For basic modules without LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Symbol ISO-symbol Description Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
AA A B C D E
1.3 (5) 2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)
4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B7015 157B7010 157B7011 157B7012 157B7013
PC →A and B
4-way, 3 position.
Open neutral position. 157B7115 157B7110 157B7111 157B7112 157B7113
PC → A and B
4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B7040 157B7041 157B7042 157B7043 157B7044
PC →A
4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B7051 157B7052 157B7053 157B7054
PC → B
4-way, 3 position.
Throttled, open neutral position. 157B7141 157B7142 157B7143 157B7144
PC →A
4-way, 3 position.
Throttled, open neutral position. 157B7150 157B7151 157B7152 157B7153 157B7154
PC → B
4-way, 3 position.
A→T 157B7452 157B7453
PC → B
4-way, 3 position
B →T neutral position. 157B7541 157B7542 157B7543
PC → A
PC = Pressure control

For basic modules with LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Symbol ISO-symbol Description Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
AA A B C D E
1.3 (5) 2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)
4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B7030 157B7031 157B7032 157B7033
PC → A and B
4-way, 3 position.
Open neutral position. 157B7135 157B7130 157B7131 157B7132
PC → A & B
4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B7061 157B7062 157B7063 157B7064
PC → A

4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B7071 157B7072 157B7073 157B7074
PC → B
4-way, 3 position.
Throttled, open neutral position. 157B7161 157B7162 157B7163 157B7164
PC → A
4-way 3 position.
open neutral position. 157B7171 157B7172 157B7173 157B7174
PC → B
4-way, 3 position.
A → T neutral position. 157B7472 157B7473
PC → B
4-way, 3 position.
B → T neutral position. 157B7562 157B7563
PC → A
PC = Pressure control

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Modules and code numbers PVBS

PVBS, main spools for friction detend, PVMR

For basic modules without LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
A B C D E
2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)

4-way, 3 position.
157B9700 157B9701 157B9702 157B9703 157B9704
Closed neutral position.

4-way, 3 position.
157B9710 157B9711 157B9712 157B9713 157B9714
Throttled, open neutral position.

For basic modules with LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
A B C D E
2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)

4-way, 3 position.
157B9720 157B9721 157B9722 157B9723 157B9724
Closed neutral position.

4-way, 3 position.
157B9730 157B9731 157B9732 157B9733 157B9734
Throttled, open neutral position.

PVBS, main spools for mechanical float position, PVMF

For basic modules with LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Symbol ISO-symbol Description Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
AA A B C D E
1.3 (5) 2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)

4-way, 4 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B9825 157B9820 157B9821 157B9822 157B9823 157B9824
P→A→F

4-way, 4 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B9621 157B9622 157B9623 157B9624
P→B→F

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Modules and code numbers PVBS

PVBS, main spools with linear flow characteristic

For basic modules without LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
A B C D E
2.6 (10) 6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)

4-way, 3 position. 157B9750 157B9751 157B9752 157B9753 157B9754

Closed neutral position

4-way, 3 position.
Throttled, open neutral position. 157B9760 157B9761 157B9762 157B9763 157B9764

4-way, 3-position.
A→T 157B9794
In neutral position.

4-way, 3-position.
B→T 157B9804
In neutral position.

For basic modules with LSA/B shuttle valve

Code number
Size and pressure-compensated oil flow gpm (l/min)
Symbol ISO-symbol Description
B C D E
6.6 (25) 10.6 (40) 17.2 (65) 26.4 (100)

4-way, 3 position.
Closed neutral position. 157B9771 157B9772 157B9773 157B9774

4-way, 3 position.
Throttled, open neutral position. 157B9781 157B9782 157B9783 157B9784

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Technical characteristics

General The characteristics in this catalogue are typical During measuring a mineral based hydraulic oil with
measured results. a viscosity of 102 SSU (21 mm2/s)and a temperatu-
re of 122°F (50°C) was used.

Pump side module, PVP

Pressure relief valve characteristic in PVP Neutral flow pressure in PVP, open centre

The pressure relief valve is set at an oil flow of 4,0 gpm (15 l/min). Setting range: 435 to 4350 psi (30 to 300 bar) (4640 psi (320 bar) with PVSI end plate).

Basic module, PVB Oil flow characteristics Please note:

The oil flow for the individual spool depends on The letters AA, A, B, etc. denote spool type, see
- type of basic module pages 18 to 23. The characteristic below is shown
(with/without compensation) for spool travel in both directions. All other
- type of pump characteristics are shown for spool travel in one
(fixed or variable displacement). direction only.

Pressure-compensated PVB, open or closed centre PVP

The oil flow is dependent on the

supplied pump oil flow. The
characteristics are plotted for a pump
oil flow, QP, corresponding to the
rated max. spool oil flow, QN.
Increasing the pump oil flow to
1.4 × QN will give the same oil flow
on the eighth as on the first basic
module.

US = Signal voltage
UDC = Supply voltage
1 = First PVB after PVP
8 = Eigth PVB after PVP

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Technical characteristics PVB

Pressure compensated PVB, open or closed centre PVP

Linear characteristic

US = Signal voltage
UDC = Supply voltage
1 = First PVB after PVP
8 = Eighth PVB after PVP

Please note: those of the standard flow control spools, see

For PVB basic modules without pressure characteristics for PVB without pressure
compensator the top ends of the characteristics compensator.
(max. oil flow) are changed so they correspond to

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Technical characteristics PVB

PVB without pressure compensation, open centre PVP

Oil flow as a function of spool travel Oil flow QA/B as a function of supplied pump oil flow (QP)
- curves for fully displaced flow control spools.

The oil flow is dependent on the supplied oil flow, QP. The characteristics The pressure drop of any oil flowing back to tank (QP - QA/B) is read on the
apply for an oil flow of 34.3 gpm (130 l/min) at the actuation of one basic curve for neutral flow pressure in PVP, page 23.
module. If several basic modules are activated at the same time, the
characteristic depends on the load pressure of the activated basic modules.

PVB without pressure compensation, closed centre PVP

Set pressure difference between pump pressure and LS signal = 145 psi (10 bar) Set pressure difference between pump pressure and LS signal = 290 psi (20 bar)

The oil flow is dependent on the pressure difference between the pump pressure and the LS signal. Normally the pressure difference is set at the LS pump
regulator.

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Technical characteristics PVB, PVLP, PVLA

Pressure drop PVB at max. Pressure drop PVB for open spool
main spool travel in neutral position

Load-independent oil flow, Oil flow at LS pressure limiting,

pressure-compensated PVB pressure-compensated PVB

Shock and suction valve,

PVLP Shock valve, PVLP Suction valve, PVLP/PVLA
Suction valve, PVLA

PVLP is set at an oil flow of 2.6 gpm (10 l/min)

The shock valve PVLP is designed to absorb shock If the working function requires the use of a
effects. So it should not be used as a pressure relief pressure relief valve, a PVB basic module with built-
valve. in LSA/B pressure limiting valve should be used.

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Technical characteristics PVBS

Pressure control spools, characteristics in extreme positions

Size A: Size B:

1: See example below

Size C: Size D:

2: See example below

Size E: Pressure build-up

Max. oil flow can be reduced by about 50% without limitation

of maximum pressure by limiting the main spool travel from
0.28 in to 0.22 in (7 mm to 5.6 mm) (see A on the drawing).

Examples of how to use the
characteristics for pressure
control spools
Example of determining the oil flow
• Given:
- Spool type B
- Pressure setting PP : 2320 psi (160 bar)
- Load pressure, LSA/B : 1450 psi (100 bar)
• Result:
- Oil flow = 19.8 gpm (75 l/min)(see arrow 1 above)
Example of determining spool size
• Given:
- Max. oil flow, QA/B : 23.8 gpm (90 l/min)
- Pressure setting PP : 2175 psi (150 bar)
- Load pressure, PLSA : 1810 psi (125 bar)
• Result:
- D spool (see arrow 2 above)

Please note:
Normally a smaller spool can be chosen at pressure It is our experience that the spool can be one size
control. smaller than at normal flow control.

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Technical characteristics PVBS

Characteristics for float Characteristics; oil flow, spool travel and voltage
position main spools

The spools have 0.19 in (4.8 mm)

spool travel in direction A and 0.32 in
(8.0 mm) travel in direction B:
• 0.19 in (4.8 mm) spool displace
ment in direction A gives max. oil
flow to port A
• 0.19 in (4.8 mm) spool displace
ment in direction B gives max. oil
flow to port B
• 0.32 in (8.0 mm) spool displace
ment in direction B gives comple
tely open float position A/B →T.

Pressure drop A/B →T at max. spool travel within

the proportional range 0.19 in (4.8 mm)

Spools D and E have the same opening area for

forward flow and return flow. Spool E can give
26.4 gpm (100 l/min) pressure compensated oil flow
due to a higher pressure drop across spool E.
This occurs during spool actuation only.

Pressure drop A/B → T in float position

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Dimensions

F: Shock and suction valve, PVLP

G: Pressure gauge connection; 1⁄2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep
H: Plug for external pilot oil supply, PVPC; 1⁄2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep
I: Electrical LS unloading valve, PVPX
J: LS connection; 1⁄2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep
K: Fixing holes; 5⁄16 inch-18; 0.59 in deep
L: Port A and B; 7⁄8 inch-14; 0.65 in deep
M: LX connections: PVS; 3/8 inch-24; 0.39 in deep
PVSI; 1/2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep
N: LS pressure limiting valve
O: Tank connection; 11⁄16 inch-12; 0.75 deep
P: Pressure relief valve
Q: Pump connection; 7⁄8 inch-14; 0.65 in deep or 11⁄16 inch-12; 0.75 in deep
R: LSA and LSB connections; 1⁄2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep

PVB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
L1 inch 3.23 5.12 7.01 8.90 10.79 12.68 14.57 16.46 18.35 20.24
L1 mm 82 130 178 226 274 322 370 418 466 514
L2 inch 5.51 7.44 9.37 11.30 13.23 15.16 17.09 19.02 20.95 22.87
L2 mm 140 189 238 287 336 385 434 483 532 581

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Dimensions

F: 1/2 inch-20; 0.47 in deep

Control lever positions

Base with an Base with an

angle of 22.5° angle of 37.5

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Hydraulics systems

Manually actuated PVG 32 - fixed displacement pump

C: Over-centre valve

Electrically actuated PVG 32 - variable displacement pump (electrical actuator, shock valves, etc.)

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Electrical systems

Electrical connections, The electrical connections to remote control levers,
general PVE actuators and voltage supply are made using
an ordinary terminal strip.
The wiring diagrams below and on pages 33 to 35
shows only the basic outlines for the electrical
connection
Voltage supply
For a mains transformer with stabilised output
voltage, the ripple must not exceed 5% of rated
voltage.

Electrical connection example

Signal leads
Supply leads
F: Signal output,
fault monitoring
E: Emergency stop

Signal leads must not act as supply

leads at the same time unless the
distance between the actuator
module PVE and terminal board
is less than 3.3 yards and the
lead cross-section is AWG 18
(min. 0.75 mm2).

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System safety
Building in safety All makes and all types of directional control valves
(incl. proportional valves) can fail. Thus the neces-
sary protection against the serious consequences of
function failure should always be built in.
For each application an assessment should be
made of the consequences of pressure failure and
uncontrolled or blocked movements.
1.
Maximum safety demands
When the fault monitoring system in PVEH is
connected, the reaction to electrical and mechanical
faults (e.g. a spool seizure) is fast and operator-
independent.
See page 11 “fault monitoring”.
A system can be protected against many electrical,
hydraulic and mechanical faults by building in
components as shown in the diagram:
R: Alarm logic EHA (or relay) connected to the fault
monitoring system in PVEH
E: Electrical emergency stop
M: Solenoid valve
C: Pilot-operated check valve
The alarm logic EHA cuts off current to the solenoid
valve (M) when PVEH monitoring registers a fault.
The solenoid valve then leads the oil flow direct
from pump to tank.
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To determine the degree of protection that ought to
be built into the system, Danfoss makes the
following distinctions.
1. Maximum safety demands
2. High safety demands
3. Average safety demands
4. Limited safety demands.
Thus all functions are without operating pressure,
i.e. locked in position, because there is no pilot
pressure on the pilot operated check valve (C).
Actuation of the emergency switch (E) cuts off
current to the proportional valve and the solenoid
valve (M). Actuation in this case is manual, but the
result is the same as above.
Stopping or disconnecting the pump drive motor is
another safety measure, if the system reaction time
can be accepted.
Note:
The neutral position switch in the remote control
units should not be used.
PVEH with fault monitoring must have a constant
voltage supply.
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System safety

2.
High safety demands

The difference between this safety method and the
one previously described (1) is that here there is no
built-in automatic fault monitoring and a neutral
position switch (N) is connected.
The method still gives a high degree of protection,
but requires operator intervention. It is
recommended that the neutral position switch be
always connected to the electrical system. This then
automatically cuts off current to the proportional
valve when the remote control unit is in neutral
position.

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System safety
3.
Average safety demands
The difference in this method is that the LS signal
from the proportional valve is led direct to tank when
the emergency switch (E) is activated. This can be
achieved by using the Danfoss LS unloading valve
PVPX, integrated in the pump side module.
In a system with open centre PVP and a fixed
displacement pump, the effect is an almost
pressureless system, 120 - 200 psi (8 -14 bar)
4.
Limited safety demands
The safety system can consist of an emergency
switch (E) and a neutral position switch (N) if
protection against electrical failure is the only
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(system dependent), i.e. all functions requiring a
higher operating pressure will not operate.
The method can also be used in LS systems with a
variable displacement pump and closed centre
version proportional valve.
The pressure after LS relief then depends on the
pump stand-by pressure.
requirement. Here, there is no protection against
hydraulic and mechanical faults (spool seizured in
an extreme position).
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Other operating conditions

Oil The main duty of the oil in a hydraulic system is to
transfer energy; but it must also lubricate the
moving parts in hydraulic components, protect them
against corrosion, and transport dirt particles and
heat out of the system.
It is therefore important to choose the correct oil
with the correct additives. This gives problem-free
operation and long working life.
Mineral oil
For systems with PVG 32 valves Danfoss
recommends the use of mineral-based hydraulic oil
containing additives:
Type HLP (DIN 51524) or HM (ISO 6743/4).
Biodegradable oils
Danfoss PVG 32 valves can be used in systems
with rape-seed oil. The use of rape-seed oil is
conditioned by
- complying with the demands on viscosity, water
content, temperature and filtering etc. (see
chapters below and technical data page 9).
- adapting the operating conditions to the directions
of the oil supplier.
Before using other biodegradable fluids, please
consult the Danfoss Sales Organisation for
Hydraulics.

Non-flammable fluids
Phosphate-esters (HFDR fluids) can be used
without special precautions. However, dynamic
seals must be replaced with FPM (Viton) seals. So
please contact the sales organisation for Danfoss
Hydraulics if the PVG 32 valve is to be used with
phosphate-esters.

The following fluids should only be used by

agreement with the sales organisation for Danfoss
Hydraulics:
• Water-glycol mixtures (HFC fluids)
• Water-oil emulsions (HFB fluids)
• Oil-water emulsions (HFAE fluids)

Particle content, Oil filtration must prevent particle content from
degree of contamination exceeding an acceptable level, i.e. an acceptable
degree of contamination. Maximum contamination
for Danfoss PVG 32 is 19/16 (see ISO 4406).
Calibration in accordance with the ACFTD method).
In our experience a degree of contamination of
19/16 can be maintained by using a filter fineness
as described in the next section.

Filtration Effective filtration is the most important precondition
in ensuring that a hydraulic system performs reliably
and has a long working life. Filter manufacturers
issue instructions and recommendations. It is
advisable to follow them.
System filters
Where demands for safety and reliability are very
high a pressure filter with bypass and indicator is
recommended. Experience shows that a 10 µm
nominal filter (or finer) or a 20 µm absolute filter (or
finer) is suitable.
It is our experience that a return filter is adequate in
a purely mechanically operated valve system.
The fineness of a pressure filter must be selected as
described by the filter manufacturer so that a
particle level of 19/16 is not exceeded.
In systems with differential cylinders or
accumulators the return filter must be sized to suit
the max. return oil flow. Pressure filters must be
fitted to suit max. pump oil flow.
Internal filters
The filters built into PVG 32 are not intended to filter
the system but to protect important components
against large particles. Such particles can appear in
the system as a result of pump damage, hose
fracture, use of quick-couplings, filter damage,
starting up, contamination, etc.
The filter in the electrical actuator PVE protecting
the solenoid valves has a mesh of 150 µm.
Bursting pressure drop for internal filters is
360 psi (25 bar).

The filter must be fitted with pressure gauge or dirt

indicator to make it possible to check the condition
of the filter.

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Module selection chart

Standard PC To be used when PVB is To be used when PVB is

Code no. 157B....
spools with LSA/B shuttle valve without LSA/B shuttle valve
Size Size
Press. compensated flow gpm (l/min) PVG Standard- Press. compensated flow gpm (l/min)
26.4 17.2 10.6 6.6 2.6 1.3 Symbol
1.3 2.6 6.6 10.6 17.2 26.4
assembly
(100) (65) (40) (25) (10) (5) (5) (10) (25) (40) (65) (100)
E D C B A AA AA A B C D E

4/3 closed
7033 7032 7031 7030 7015 7010 7011 7012 7013
PC → A & B

4/3 open
7132 7131 7130 7135 7115 7110 7111 7112 7113
PC → A & B

4/3 closed
7064 7063 7062 7061 7040 7041 7042 7043 7044
PC → A

4/3 closed
7074 7073 7072 7071 7051 7052 7053 7054
PC → B

4/3 open
7164 7163 7162 7161 7141 7142 7143 7144
PC → A

4/3 open
7174 7173 7172 7171 7150 7151 7152 7153 7154
PC → B

4/3 A → T
7473 7472 7452 7453
PC → B

4/3 B → T
7563 7562 7541 7542 7543
PC → A

Main spools
4/3 closed
for hydraulic 9010 9011 9012
PC → A & B
actuation

See pos. 13 page 39

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Module selection chart

Standard main To be used whenPVB is To be used when PVB is

Code no.. 157B....
spools with LSA/B shuttle valve without LSA/B shuttle valve
Size Size
Press. compensated flow gpm (l/min) Press. compensated flow gpm (l/min)
34.3 26.4 17.2 10.6 6.6 2.6 1.3 PVG Standard 1.3 2.6 6.6 10.6 17.2 26.4 34.3
Symbol assembly
(130) (100) (65) (40) (25 (10) (5) 5 10 25 40 65 100 130
F E D C B A AA PVB, basic valves AA A B C D E F

7026 7024 7023 7022 7021 7020 7025 4/3 closed 7005 7000 7001 7002 7003 7004 7006

7126 7124 7123 7122 7121 7120 7125 4/3 open 7105 7100 7101 7102 7103 7104 7106

3/3 P → A 7200 7201 7202 7203 7204

3/3 P → B 7301 7302 7303 7304

7424 7423 7422 7421 4/3 A → T 7401 7402 7403 7404 7406

7524 7523 7522 7521 4/3 B → T 7501 7502 7503 7504

7624 7623 7622 7621 7620 4/4 P → B → F

Spools for
hydraulic actuati- 9024 9023 9022 9021 9020 9025 4/3 closed 9000 9001 9002 9003 9004
on

9124 9123 9122 9121 9120 9125 4/3 open 9100 9101 9102 9103 9104

Spools for
friction detent, 9724 9723 9722 9721 9720 4/3 closed 9700 9701 9702 9703 9704
PVMR

9734 9733 9732 9731 9730 4/3 open 9710 9711 9712 9713 9714

Spools for
mechanical float 9824 9823 9822 9821 9820 9825 4/4 P → A → F
position PVMF

9624 9623 9622 9621 4/4 P → B → F

Spools with
linear flow 9774 9773 9772 9771 4/3 closed 9750 9751 9752 9753 9754
characteristic

9784 9783 9782 9781 4/3 open 9760 9761 9762 9763 9764

4/3 A → T 9794

4/3 B → T 9804

See pos. 13 page 39

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Module selection chart (SAE-version)

PVB, basic valves PVP, pump side modules

No facilities Facilities Code no. 157B.... Without With pilot With pilot supply
Code no.157B.... (UNF thread) pilot supply supply for PVE and
for for
(UNF thread) T = 1 1/16 inch - 12 for PVE for PVE facilit. for PVPX
shock valves shock valves
A and B 7/8 inch - 14
A and B A and B Open centre
Without compensator/check valve 6400 6430 P = 7/8 inch - 14 5200 5210 5212
With check valve 6500 6530 P = 1 1/16 inch - 12 5300 5310 5312
With check valve Closed centre
6536
and LSA/B shuttle valve
P = 7/8 inch - 14 5201 5211 5213
With compensator valve 6600 6630
P = 1 1/16 inch - 12 5301 5311 5313
With compensator valve,
LSA/B relief valve and 6603 6633 Weight, lb 6.6 6.6 6.6
LSA/B shuttle valve
Weight, lb 6.8 6.6

PVPC, plugs PVPX, electrical LS

pressure relief valves
Code no. 157B.... Weight 0
1/2 - 20 UNF lb 12 24 Weight
Code no. 157B.... Volt Volt lb
External pilot
supply incl. 5700 0.1 Normally open 4236 4238 0.7
check valve Normally closed 4246 4248 0.7
0 c Normally open with
4256 4258 0.7
manual override
PVM, mechanical activations
Plug 5601 0.1
Angle
0
Code no. 157B.... on base
3171 22.5°
Standard 1-10 PVE, electrical activation
3172 37.5°
13 Code no. 157B....
12 24 Weight
Standard, with 3174 37.5° Volt Volt lb
base, without arm
PVEO, on-off 4216 4228 2.0
and button 3175 22.5°
Standard,
11 PVEM standard 4116 4128 2.2
prop.
without base, 3173 - a medium float 4416 4428 2.2
arm and button
PVEH active fault mon. 4016 4028 2.2
Weight, lb 0.9
12 prop. passive fault mon. 4086 4088 2.2
c high float pos. act. fault. 4316 4328 2.2
PVES 0% hys. act. fault. 4816 4828 2.2
End plate PVS, PVSI
Weight
Code no. 157B....
lb PVMD, PVH, PVMR, PVMF
Without
2020 1.1
covers
connections
PVS Weight
With LX b Code no. 157B....
lb
2021 1.1
connection
3/8 - 24 UNF Cover for PVM 0001 0.2

Without Hydraulic actuation PVH

2004 3.6 9/16 - 18 UNF 0007 2.0
connections
PVSI PVMR, (frict. detent) 0004 0.6
With LX
connection 2005 3.6 PVMF, (mech. float
1/2 - 20 UNF 0005 0.6
position)

PVAS, assembly kit PVLA, anti-cavitation valve

Number of PVB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Weight
Code no. 157B....
Code no. 157B.... 8001 8002 8003 8004 8005 8006 8007 8008 8009 8010 lb

Weight, lb 0.3 0.6 0.7 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.7 Plug A or B 2002 0.09
Valve A or B 2001 0.1

PVLP, shock/and anti-cavitation valves

Code no. 157B.... 2032 2050 2063 2080 2100 2125 2140 2150 2160 2175 2190 2210 2230 2240 2250 2265 2280 2300 2320
Settings in psi 460 720 910 1160 1450 1810 2030 2175 2320 2540 2755 3045 3335 3480 3625 3845 4060 4350 4640
Weight, lb 0.1

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Module selection chart (BSP-version) (Further information, see HK.57.B1.02)

PVB, basic valves PVP, pump side modules

No facilities Facilities Without pilot supply With pilot supply
Code no.157B....
for for Code no. for PVE for PVE for PVE for PVE for PVE for PVH
(Pipe threads, ISO 228/1)
shock valves shock valves
A and B = G 1/2 157B.... with and facilit. and and
A and B A and B (Pipe threads facilit. for PVPX pilot oil pilot oil
Without compensator/check valve 6000 6030 ISO 228/1) for PVPX pressure pressure
take-off take-off
With check valve 6100 6130
Open center
With check valve
6136 T = G 3/4
and LSA/B shuttle valve 5000 5010 5012
P = G 1/2
With compensator valve 6200 6230
3
T = G /4
With damped compensator valve 6206 6236 5100 5102 5110 5112 5180 5190
P = G 3/4
With compenstor valve, Closed center
LSA/B relief valve and 6203 6233
LSA/B shuttle valve T = G 3/4
5001 5011 5013
P = G 1/2
With damped compenstor valve,
3
LSA/B relief valve and 6208 6238 T = G /4
5101 5103 5111 5113 5181 5191
LSA/B shuttle valve P = G 3/4
Weight, kg 3.1 3.0 Weight, kg 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0

PVPC, plugs PVPX, electrical LS

pressure relief valves
Weight
Code no. 157B.... 12 24 Weight
kg 0 Code no. 157B.... Volt Volt kg
External pilot
5400 0.05 Normally open 4236 4238 0.3
supply
External pilot Normally closed 4246 4248 0.3
supply incl. 5600 0.05 Normally open with
check valve 0 c manual override
4256 4258 0.3

Plug 5601 0.06

PVM, mechanical actuations 0
Angle PVE, electrical actuation
Code no. 157B.... on base
12 24 Weight
3171 22.5° 1-10 Code no. 157B.... Volt Volt kg
Standard
3172 37.5° 13 PVEO, on-off 4216 4228 0.6
Standard, with 3174 37.5° PVEM standard 4116 4128 0.9
base, without arm prop.
and button 3175 22.5° 11 medium float 4416 4428 1.0
Standard, a active fault mon. 4016 4028 1.0
without base, 3173 - PVEH
prop. passive fault mon. 4086 4088 1.0
arm and button
high float pos. act. fault. 4316 4328 1.0
Weight, kg 0.4 12
c PVES 0% hys. act. fault. 4816 4828 1.0

End plate PVS, PVSI PVMD, PVH, PVMR, PVMF

Weight covers
Code no. 157B....
kg Weight
Code no. 157B....
Without kg
2000 0.5
connections Cover for PVM 0001 0.1
PVS b
With LX Hydraulic actuation PVH 0008 0.2
2011 0.5
connection
PVMR, (frict. detent) 0004 0.3
Without
connections 2014 1.7 PVMF, (mech. float
0005 0.3
PVSI position)
With LX
2015 1.7
connection
PVLA, anti-cavitation valve
PVAS, assembly kit Weight
Code no. 157B....
kg
Number of PVB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Plug A or B 2002 0.04
Code no. 157B.... 8001 8002 8003 8004 8005 8006 8007 8008 8009 8010
Valve A or B 2001 0.05
Weight, kg 0.15 0.25 0.30 0.40 0.45 0.50 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.80

PVLP, shock/and anti-cavitation valves

Code no. 157B.... 2032 2050 2063 2080 2100 2125 2140 2150 2160 2175 2190 2210 2230 2240 2250 2265 2280 2300 2320
Settings in bar 32 50 63 80 100 125 140 150 160 175 190 210 230 240 250 265 280 300 320
Weight, kg 0,05

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Order specification

An order form for Danfoss PVG 32 hydraulic valve is
shown on the next page. The form can be obtained
from the Danfoss hydraulics sales organisation.
Both the module selection chart on the previous
pages and the order form are divided into fields
0, 1-10, 11, 12, 13, a, b, and c.
Each module has its own field:
0: - Pump side module PVP
- Plug for external pilot oil supply PVPC
- Electrical LS unloading valve PVPX
1-10: Basic valves PVB
13: Main spool PVBS
a: Mechanical actuator PVM
c: - Cover for mechanical actuation PVMD
- Cover for hydraulic actuation PVH
- Cover for mechanical detent PVMR
- Cover for mechanical float PVMF
- Electrical actuators PVE
b: - Shock and suction valve PVLP
- Suction valve PVLA
11: End plate PVS
12: Assembly kit PVAS
Standard and option assembly
The PVG 32 valve group is assembled the way the
module selection chart shows if the code number for
PVM is written in field a, and the code number for
PVMD, PVE or PVH in field c.
The valve group is assembled so that the mechani-
cal actuator is mounted on the opposite end of the
basic module, if the code number for PVM is written
in field c of the order form and the code numbers for
PVMD, PVE or PVH in field a.
Reordering
The space at the top right-hand corner of the form is
for Danfoss to fill in. The code number for the whole
of the specified valve group (PVG No.) is entered
here.
In the event of a repeat order all you have to do is
enter the number Danfoss has given on the initial
confirmation of order.

Please state
- Code numbers of all modules required
- Required setting (P) for pump side module
- Required setting of LSA/B pressure limiting valves,
see pressure setting guidance below.

Pressure setting limits
The maximum setting pressure for the pressure
limiting valves LSA or LSB depends on the chosen
pressure setting for shock valve PVLP.
The maximum values recommended to avoid intera-
ction can be read in the following table.
The figures in the table have been calculated
according to the following expressions:
- PVLP ≤ 2175 psi (150 bar): LSA/B ≤ 0,8 × PPVLP
- PVLP > 2175 psi (150 bar): PPVLP - LSA/B ≥ 435 psi
(30 bar).

Max. pressure setting of LSA and LSB valves relative to PVLP shock valve
Setting pressure for PVLP (psi) 460 720 910 1160 1450 1810 2030 2175 2320 2540 2755 3045 3335 3480 3625 3840 4060 4350 4640
Setting pressure for PVLP (bar) 32 50 63 80 100 125 140 150 160 175 190 210 230 240 250 265 080 300 320
Max. setting pressure for LSA/B (psi) - 580 720 930 1160 1450 1625 1740 1885 2100 2320 2610 2900 3045 3190 3405 3625 3915 4205
Max. setting pressure for LSA/B (bar) - 40 50 64 80 100 112 120 130 145 160 180 200 210 220 235 250 270 290
Min. setting pressure for LSA/B psi (bar) 435 (30)

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PVG No.
Proportional Valve PVG 32
Subsidiary/Dealer
Specification
Customer Application

Function A-Port 0 157B 157B B-Port

p= psi 157B

a 157B 1 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 2 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 3 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 4 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 5 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 6 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 7 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 8 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 9 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b

a 157B 10 157B 157B 13 157B c

b 157B LSA psi LSB psi 157B b
11 157B

12 157B
Filled in by Date

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Comments

Comments

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Danfoss quality and hydraulic range

ISO 9001

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ISO
9001

Quality management and quality assurance standards

Danfoss Fluid Power products have been manufactured to
meet the quality demands specified by ISO 9001.

Catalogues and leaflets are available with detailed information on the following hydraulic components:

• Low-speed high-torque hydraulic motors • Remote control units

• Hydrostatic steering units • Electronics for hydr. components
• Steering columns • Rotary actuators
• Valve blocks • Gear wheel motors
• Flow-amplifiers • Gear wheel pumps
• Priority valves • Cartridge valves
• Torque amplifiers • Directional control valves
• Proportional valves

Please contact the Danfoss Sales Organization for Hydraulics for further information

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