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Revision History Table of Revisions
Date Changed Rev
Feb 2014 Spec. sheet update HE
Jan 2014 Converted to Danfoss layout – DITA CMS HD
Feb 2006 - Aug 2013 Various changes BA - HC
Jan 2005 New Edition AA
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Contents
General description
Features of PVG 32........................................................................................................................................................................... 6
PVG modules .....................................................................................................................................................................................6
PVP, pump side modules..........................................................................................................................................................6
PVB, basic modules.....................................................................................................................................................................7
Actuation modules..................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Remote control units ......................................................................................................................................................................7
PVG 32 with open center PVP (fixed displ. pump) • PVB with flow control spool.....................................................8
PVG 32 with closed center PVP (variable displ. pump) • PVB with flow control spool............................................ 9
PVG 32 sectional drawing........................................................................................................................................................... 10
Load sensing for variable displ. pump supply.....................................................................................................................11
Safety in application
Control system example..............................................................................................................................................................12
Typical wiring block diagram example.............................................................................................................................14
PVG32 – Mainly used in system with fixed displacement pumps...........................................................................16
PVG100 – Alternative LS dump or pilot supply disconnect...................................................................................... 16
PVG120 – Pump disconnect/block for variable pumps.............................................................................................. 16
Function
Load sensing controls...................................................................................................................................................................17
LS control with bleed orifice (do not use with PVG valves).......................................................................................17
Integral PC function................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Load sensing system characteristics:.................................................................................................................................17
Remote pressure compensated controls.............................................................................................................................. 17
Remote pressure compensated system characteristics:............................................................................................ 18
Typical applications for remote pressure compensated systems:..........................................................................18
PVG 32 main spool with pressure compensated control................................................................................................ 18
Pressure compensated system characteristics.............................................................................................................. 19
Typical applications for pressure compensated systems...........................................................................................19
PVPC adapter for external pilot oil supply............................................................................................................................ 20
PVPC with check valve for open center PVP................................................................................................................... 20
PVPC without check valve for open or closed center PVP.........................................................................................21
PVMR, friction detent....................................................................................................................................................................23
PVMF, mechanical float position lock.....................................................................................................................................23
PVBS, main spools for flow control (standard).................................................................................................................... 23
PVBS, main spools for flow control (linear characteristic)............................................................................................... 23
PVBS, main spools for pressure control................................................................................................................................. 24
Background.................................................................................................................................................................................24
Principle....................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Application..................................................................................................................................................................................25
Sizing.............................................................................................................................................................................................26
Limitation.................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
PVPX, electrical LS unloading valve.........................................................................................................................................26
PVG 32 technical data
PVH, hydraulic actuation............................................................................................................................................................. 28
PVM, mechanical actuation........................................................................................................................................................28
PVE technical data......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
PVPX, electrical LS unloading valve.........................................................................................................................................31
Electrical actuation
Electrical control of PVG.............................................................................................................................................................. 32
Closed loop control....................................................................................................................................................................... 33
PVEO................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
PVEM...................................................................................................................................................................................................35
PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEU.............................................................................................................................................................. 35
PVEP.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
PVED-CC and PVED-CX.................................................................................................................................................................35
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PVHC................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Technical characteristics
General...............................................................................................................................................................................................38
PVP, pump side module.............................................................................................................................................................. 38
Pressure relief valve characteristic in PVP........................................................................................................................38
PVB, basic modules oil flow characteristics.......................................................................................................................... 38
Pressure-compensated PVB, open or closed center PVP .......................................................................................... 39
PVB without pressure compensation, open center PVP.............................................................................................40
PVB without pressure compensation, closed center PVP.......................................................................................... 42
PVLP, shock and PVLA, suction valves...............................................................................................................................43
Pressure build-up for pressure controlled spools.........................................................................................................44
Pressure control spool flow characteristics.......................................................................................................................... 45
Examples of how to use the characteristics for pressure control spools...................................................................45
Characteristics for float position main spools..................................................................................................................... 46
Hydraulic systems
Manually actuated PVG 32 – fixed displ. pump.................................................................................................................. 48
Electrically actuated PVG 32 – variable displ. pump......................................................................................................... 49
Other operating conditions
Oil.........................................................................................................................................................................................................50
Mineral oil....................................................................................................................................................................................50
Non-flammable fluids............................................................................................................................................................. 50
Particle content, degree of contamination...........................................................................................................................50
Biodegradable oils....................................................................................................................................................................50
Filtration............................................................................................................................................................................................ 50
System filters.............................................................................................................................................................................. 50
Internal filters............................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Dimensions
PVM, control lever positions...................................................................................................................................................... 55
Surface treatment.......................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Modules symbols, description and code numbers
PVP, pump side modules.............................................................................................................................................................56
PVB, basic modules........................................................................................................................................................................58
PVLP, shock and suction valve (fitted in PVB)...................................................................................................................... 59
PVLA, suction valve (fitted in PVB)........................................................................................................................................... 60
PVM, mechanical actuation........................................................................................................................................................60
PVH, hydraulic actuation............................................................................................................................................................. 61
PVS, end plate..................................................................................................................................................................................61
PVAS, assembly kit.........................................................................................................................................................................62
PVPX, electrical LS unloaded valve.......................................................................................................................................... 62
PVPC, plug for external pilot oil supply..................................................................................................................................62
Module selection chart
Standard FC spools........................................................................................................................................................................64
Standard FC spools, hydraulic actuation...............................................................................................................................65
FC spools for mechanical float position, PVMF................................................................................................................... 65
FC spools for friction detent, PVMR.........................................................................................................................................65
FC spools with linear flow characteristic .............................................................................................................................. 66
Standard PC spools .......................................................................................................................................................................67
Standard PC spools, hydraulic actuation...............................................................................................................................68
PVB, basic valves.............................................................................................................................................................................69
PVP, pump side module.............................................................................................................................................................. 70
PVE, electrical actuation.............................................................................................................................................................. 72
Order specification
Please state.......................................................................................................................................................................................74
Standard and option assembly................................................................................................................................................. 74
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Reordering........................................................................................................................................................................................74
Pressure setting limits.................................................................................................................................................................. 74
PVG 32 order specification form...............................................................................................................................................76
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General description
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 modular 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.
Features of 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 12 basic modules per valve group
• Several types of connection threads
• Low weight
• Compact design and installation
PVG modules
PVP, pump side modules
• Built-in pressure relief valve

• Pressure gauge connection
• Versions:
‒ Open center version for systems with fixed displacement pumps

‒ Closed center version for systems with variable displacement pumps
‒ Pilot oil supply for electrical actuator built into the pump side module
‒ Pilot oil supply for hydraulic actuation built into the pump side module
‒ Versions prepared for electrical LS unloading valve PVPX
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General description
PVB, basic modules
• Interchangeable spools
• Depending on requirements the basic module can be supplied with:
‒ Integrated pressure compensator in channel P

‒ Load holding check valve in channel P
‒ Shock/suction valves for A and B ports
‒ LS pressure limiting valves individually adjustable for ports A and B
‒ Different interchangeable spool variants
‒ All versions suitable for mechanical, hydraulic and electrical actuation
Actuation modules
The basic module is always fitted with mechanical actuator PVM and PVMD, which can be combined with
the following as required:
• Electrical actuator (11 - 32 V ===):
‒ PVES – proportional, Super

‒ PVEH – proportional, High performance
‒ PVEH-F – proportional high performance, Float
‒ PVEA – proportional low hysteresis
‒ PVEM – proportional, Medium performance
‒ PVEO – ON/OFF
‒ PVEU – proportional, voltage control, 0-10 V
‒ PVED-CC – Digital CAN controlled J1939/ISOBUS
‒ PVED-CX – Digital CAN controlled CANopen X-tra safety
‒ PVEP – PWM voltage controlled (11-32 V)
‒ PVHC – High Current actuator for PVG
• PVMR, cover for Mechanical detent
• PVMF, cover for Mechanical Float
• PVH, cover for Hydraulic actuation
Remote control units
• Electrical remote control units:
‒ PVRE, PVRET ‒ JS1000 Ball grip

‒ PVREL ‒ JS1000 PRO grip
‒ PVRES ‒ JS2000
‒ Prof 1 ‒ JS6000
‒ Prof 1 CIP ‒ JS7000
‒ JS120
• Hydraulic remote control unit: PVRHH
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General description
Electrical and hydraulic remote control units
PVRE, electrical control unit, 162F… PVRH, hydraulic control unit, 155N…
155N0003 155N0001 155N0004 155N0005 155N0002
PVREL, electrical control unit, 155U… PVRES, electrical control unit, 155B…
Prof 1, 162F…
PVG 32 with open center PVP (fixed displ. pump) • PVB with flow control spool
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 to maintain pump pressure.
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.
The basic module can be supplied without the load drop check valve in channel P for functions with over-
center valves.
The shock valves PVLP (13) with 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.
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General description
Please see the sectional drawing below for better understanding of this example.
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 2 l/min [0.5 US gal/min] will be led across the LS
pressure limiting valve to tank if the pressure exceeds the valve setting.
PVG 32 with closed center PVP (variable displ. pump) • PVB with flow control spool
In the closed center version of PVP 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 control via the LS connection (8).
In the neutral position the pump load sense control sets the displacement so that leakage in the system is
compensated, to maintain the set stand-by pressure.
When a main spool is actuated the pump load sense control will adjust the displacement so that the set
differential pressure (margin) between P and LS is maintained.
The pressure relief valve (1) in PVP should be set at a pressure of approx. 30 bar [435 psi] above maximum
system pressure (set on the pump or external pressure relief valve).
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General description
PVG 32 sectional drawing

1 2
T P
3
M
4+5
LS A
8
12 7 B A 6 13
T T
11
10
LS B P LS A
14 16 B A 17 15
B
T T
19 18 20
V310106.A
1 – Pressure relief valve 11 – Main spool

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

The pump receives fluid directly from the reservoir through the inlet line. A screen in the inlet line
protects the pump from large contaminants.
The pump outlet feeds directional control valves such as PVG-32, hydraulic integrated circuits (HIC), and
other types of control valves.
The PVG valve directs and controls pump flow to cylinders, motors and other work functions. A heat
exchanger cools the fluid returning from the valve. A filter cleans the fluid before it returns to the
reservoir.
Flow in the circuit determines the speed of the actuators. The position of the PVG valve spool determines
the flow demand. A hydraulic pressure signal (LS signal) communicates demand to the pump control.
The pump control monitors the pressure differential between pump outlet and the LS signal, and
regulates servo pressure to control the swashplate angle. Swashplate angle determines pump flow.
Actuator load determines system pressure. The pump control monitors system pressure and will decrease
the swashplate angle to reduce flow if system pressure reaches the pump control setting.
A secondary system relief valve in the PVG valve acts as a back-up to control system pressure.
Pictorial circuit diagram
Double-ac ting cylinder
K/LFrame Series 45
open circuit axial
piston pump with
load sensing contro l
PVG 32
multi-sec tion
load
sensing
contro l
valve
Bi-directional
gear moto r
System pressur e
Servo pressur e
Heat exchanger
Filter Actuator pressur e
Reservoir
Load sense pressur e
Actuator retur n
Suction / case drain /

P101 658E
system retur n
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All makes and all types of control valves (incl. proportional valves) can fail, thus the necessary protection
against the serious consequences of function failure should always be built into the system. For each
application an assessment should be made for the consequences of pressure failure and uncontrolled or
blocked movements.
To determine the degree of protection that is required to be built into the application, system tools such
an FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and Hazard and Risk Analysis can be used.
FMEA – IEC EN 61508

FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) is a tool used for analyzing potential risks. This analytical
technique is utilized to define, identify, and prioritize the elimination or reduction of known and/or
potential failures from a given system before it is released for production. Please refer to IEC FMEA
Standard 61508.
Hazard and Risk Analysis ISO 12100-1 / 14121

This analysis is a tool used in new applications as it will indicate whether there are special safety
considerations to be met according to the machine directives EN 13849. Dependent on the determined
levels conformity this analysis will detirmine if any extra requirements for the product design,
development process, production process or maintenance, i.e. the complete product life cycle.
W Warning
All makes/brands and types of directional control valves – inclusive proportional valves – can fail and
cause serious damage. It is therefore important to analyze all aspects of the application.
Because the proportional valves are used in many different operation conditions and applications,
the manufacturer of the application is alone responsible for making the final selection of the products –
and assuring that all performance, safety and warning requirements of the application are met.
The process of choosing the control system – and safety levels – is governed by the machine directives
EN 13849 (Safety related requirements for control systems).
Control system example
Example of a control system for manlift using PVE Fault monitoring input signals and signals from
external sensors to ensure the PLUS+1® main controllers correct function of the manlift.
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Legend:
1 – Main power supply
2 – Emergency stop/man present switch
3 – HMI/Joystick control
4 – Movement detection sensors
5 – Main controller
6 – PVG control valve
7 – Hydraulic deactivation
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Electrical block diagram for above illustration
Main power supply Emergency stop and Motion detection sensor

(battery) Man present switch
Supply Main control valve

Main controller
Neutral Supply Signal
PVE
HMI / Joystick Detection Control Conditioning
Joystick
neutral switch
Signal Fault
Monitoring
Control
Signal Conditioning PVE fault output
Failure
Detection Hydraulic deactivation
P301 317
W Warning
It is the responsibility of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in conformity with the relevant machine directives.
Typical wiring block diagram example

Example of a typical wiring block diagram using PVEH with neutral power off switch and fault monitoring
output for hydraulic deactivation.
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Emergency Man present
stop switch
A
PVE 1 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH

1) with AMP
C signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
B Error

1) with AMP
C signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
B Error
E1 E2
2) Alarm
logic
Output
OR
3) Memory
high=on
AND
low=off
Hydraulic
Fault detection output D deactivation
P301 318
A– Emergency stop / man present switch

B– PVE Faultmonitoring signals
C– Neutral signal detection.
D– Hydraulic deactivation
System Control Logic e.g. PLUS+1® for signal monitoring and triggering signal for deactivation of the
hydraulic system.
W Warning
It is the responsebilty of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in confirmity with the relevant machine directives.
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PVG32 – Mainly used in system with fixed displacement pumps
• PVSK, commonly used in crane application - full flow dump

• PVPX, LS dump to tank
PVG100 – Alternative LS dump or pilot supply disconnect
• PVPP, pilot oil supply shut off

• External cartridge valve connecting LS Pressure to Tank
• External cartridge valve connecting main Pressure to Tank
PVG120 – Pump disconnect/block for variable pumps
• PVPE, full flow dump for the PVG 120

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Function
Load sensing controls

The LS control matches system requirements for both pressure and flow in the circuit regardless of the
working pressure. Used with a closed center control valve, the pump remains in low-pressure standby
mode with zero flow until the valve is opened. The LS setting determines standby pressure.
Typical operating curve Load sensing circuit
Q max
Flow
PC setting
0
0 Pressure
P101 968E
P101 967
Most load sensing systems use parallel, closed center, control valves with special porting that allows the
highest work function pressure (LS signal) to feed back to the LS control.
Margin pressure is the difference between system pressure and the LS signal pressure. The LS control
monitors margin pressure to read system demand. A drop in margin pressure means the system needs
more flow. A rise in margin pressure tells the LS control to decrease flow.
LS control with bleed orifice (do not use with PVG valves)
The load sense signal line requires a bleed orifice to prevent high-pressure lockup of the pump control.
Most load-sensing control valves include this orifice. An optional internal bleed orifice is available, for use
with control valves that do not internally bleed the LS signal to tank.
Integral PC function
The LS control also performs as a PC control, decreasing pump flow when system pressure reaches the PC
setting. The pressure compensating function has priority over the load sensing function.
For additional system protection, install a relief valve in the pump outlet line.
Load sensing system characteristics:
• Variable pressure and flow

• Low pressure standby mode when flow is not needed
• System flow adjusted to meet system requirements
• Lower torque requirements during engine start-up
• Single pump can supply flow and regulate pressure for multiple circuits
• Quick response to system flow and pressure requirements
Remote pressure compensated controls

The remote PC control is a two-stage control that allows multiple PC settings. Remote PC controls are
commonly used in applications requiring low and high pressure PC operation.
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Function
Typical operating curve Closed center circuit with remote PC
Q max
Flow
Remote PC setting
PC setting
0
0 Pressur e P101 969E
P101 966
The remote PC control uses a pilot line connected to an external hydraulic valve. The external valve
changes pressure in the pilot line, causing the PC control to operate at a lower pressure. When the pilot
line is vented to reservoir, the pump maintains pressure at the load sense setting.
When pilot flow is blocked, the pump maintains pressure at the PC setting. An on-off solenoid valve can
be used in the pilot line to create a low-pressure standby mode. A proportional solenoid valve, coupled
with a microprocessor control, can produce an infinite range of operating pressures between the low
pressure standby setting and the PC setting.
Size the external valve and plumbing for a pilot flow of 3.8 l/min [1 US gal/min]. For additional system
protection, install a relief valve in the pump outlet line.
Remote pressure compensated system characteristics:
• Constant pressure and variable flow

• High or low pressure standby mode when flow is not needed
• System flow adjusts to meet system requirements
• Single pump can provide flow to multiple work functions
Typical applications for remote pressure compensated systems:
• Modulating fan drives

• Anti-stall control with engine speed feedback
• Front wheel assist
• Road rollers
• Combine harvesters
• Wood chippers
PVG 32 main spool with pressure compensated control

The PC control maintains constant system pressure in the hydraulic circuit by varying the output flow of
the pump. Used with a closed center control valve, the pump remains in high pressure standby mode at
the PC setting with zero flow until the function is actuated.
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Function
Typical operating curve Simple closed center circuit
Q max
Flow
PC setting
0
0 Pressur e P101 166E
P101 965
Once the closed center valve is opened, the PC control senses the immediate drop in system pressure
and increases pump flow by increasing the swashplate angle.
The pump continues to increase flow until system pressure reaches the PC setting.
If system pressure exceeds the PC setting, the PC control reduces the swashplate angle to maintain
system pressure by reducing flow. The PC control continues to monitor system pressure and changes
swashplate angle to match the output flow with the work function pressure requirements.
If the demand for flow exceeds the capacity of the pump, the PC control directs the pump to maximum
displacement. In this condition, actual system pressure depends on the actuator load.
For additional system protection, install a relief valve in the pump outlet line.
C Caution
Do not use the PVG 32 with LB control.
Pressure compensated system characteristics
• Constant pressure and variable flow

• High pressure standby mode when flow is not needed
• System flow adjusts to meet system requirements
• Single pump can provide flow to multiple work functions
Typical applications for pressure compensated systems
• Constant force cylinders (bailers, compactors, refuse trucks)

• On/off fan drives
• Drill rigs
• Sweepers
• Trenchers
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Function
PVPC adapter for external pilot oil supply
PVPC with check valve for open center 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 1 l/min [0.25 US gal/min]. With closed
center PVP the external pilot oil supply can be connected to the pressure gauge connection without the
use of a PVPC plug.
PVPC with check valve for OC PVP
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Function
Hydraulic diagram
PVPC without check valve for open or closed center PVP

PVPC without check valve is used in systems where it is necessary to supply the PVG 32 valve with oil
from a manually operated emergency pump without directing oil flow to the pilot oil supply (oil
consumption about 0.5 l/min) [0.13 US gal/min].
When the main pump is working normally, the oil is directed through the PVPC plug via the pressure
reduction valve to the electrical actuators.
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Function
PVPC without check valve OC/CC PVP
Hydraulic diagram
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Function
When the main pump flow fails, the external shuttle valve ensures that the oil flow from the manually
operated emergency pump is used to pilot open the over center valve and lower the load. The load can
only be lowered using the mechanical operating lever of the PVG 32 valve.
PVMR, friction detent
The friction detent PVMR allows the directional PVMR, friction detent
spool to be held in any position, resulting in
infinitely variable, reversible, pressure
compensated flow.
This can be sustained indefinitely without having
to continue to hold the mechanical lever.
Friction detent spool position may be affected by
high differential actuator flow forces and system
vibration resulting in work function flow reduction.
PVMF, mechanical float position lock

Allows the float spool to be held in the float position after release of the mechanical handle.
PVMF, standard mount only PVMF, optional mount only
P → A → F (Push-in) P → A → F (Pull-out)
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 center PVP (fixed displacement pumps) or
via the pump control (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 control. This will normally give optimum and stable
adjustment of the oil flow.
PVBS, main spools for flow control (linear characteristic)
PVBS main spools with linear characteristic have less dead band than standard spools and a 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.
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Function
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.
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 over-center valves. In
such systems main spools for pressure control can be advantageous.
PVBS, main spools for pressure control
The spools are designed in such a way that the pump pressure is controlled by the spool travel. The main
spool must be displaced until 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
• the pressure drop across main spool varies (energy consumption)
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, and in applications where constant
pressure is needed e.g. drill holding.
Background
Instability in load sense control systems in certain applications with oscillations in the range of 1/2 - 2 Hz
can cause severe instability problems while trying to control functions in an application.
Critical applications are usually related to functions with an important inertia torque and/or functions
with secondarily fitted pressure controlled components e.g. over-center valves.
Examples:
• a slewing function
• main lifting/lowering function of a crane
The problem usually manifests itself in prolonged oscillation phenomena (Fig. 1), in a relatively constant
sequence of oscillations (Fig. 2) or in the worst case in an amplified sequence of oscillations (Fig. 3).
Fig. 1 Prolonged sequence Fig. 2 Constant sequence Fig. 3 Amplified sequence
P Prolonged sequence P Constant sequence P Amplified sequence
time time time

P005 627E
To control the oscillation phenomena the "pressure control spool" was developed and is a patented
system which can minimize most of the oscillation issues.
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Function
Principle
The idea was to create a system operating independently of a constantly changing load pressure.
Therefore, we changed the well-known LS principle (Fig. 4), so that compensated pump pressure is part
of the LS system (Fig. 5) after the pressure compensator and before the metering range of the main spool.
Upon actuation of the spool, it will be led via a fixed and a variable orifice.
Fig. 4 Flow controlled spool Fig. 5 Pressure controlled spool
A A
B B
P005 625 P005 626
The opening area of the variable orifice is at Pump pressure vs. spool travel curve
maximum at initial actuation and 0 at full stroke of
the spool and then the pressure created between
the two orifices is led into the LS system in the
usual way.
In this way the pump pressure is built up
depending on the spool travel, i.e. the spool will
then have to be stroked to a position that the
pump pressure is higher than the actual load
pressure to make the oil flow from P➝A/B. When
the load changes for a fixed spool position the flow
to for the function will also change.
The valve section is now a load-dependent valve,
but ensuring a constant pump pressure which is
important in obtaining a stable function.
Application
Pressure controlled spools should in principle only be used when you have stability issues. Typical
applications on a crane:
• Lifting/lowering movement
• Slewing movement with cylinders
• For the main lifting/lowering function on a crane it is recommended to fit a "half" pressure control
spool. This means that the spool is designed with a normal flow control on the lifting port and
pressure control connected to the port where the pilot signal to the over-center valve is acting. You
will thus maintain a load-independent lifting movement and achieve a stable but load-depending
lowering movement.
• As the load pressure on slewing movements is usually steady - irrespective of the crane being loaded
or not – it will be advantageous to use a "full" pressure control spool for A and B port.
In both cases we recommend the use of a basic valve, PVB, with pressure compensator. The pressure
compensator will ensure the individual load-independency between the basic valves.
It is further recommended to use the LS pressure relief valves as not only will they ensure individual
pressure limitation but also make it possible to adjust the maximum oil flow to the function.
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Function
It is not recommended to use shock valves as pressure limiting valves in connection with pressure control
spools.
Sizing
The size of "half" (e.g: P - A = flow control P - B pressure control) pressure control spools is determined on
basis of max. flow demand on the lifting port. If e.g. a max. pressure compensated flow of 65 l/min for the
lifting movement, you choose a 65 L/min spool (size D). The metering characteristic has then a given size.
As it is often requested to limit the use of the crane boom for downward push/force mode and the LS
pressure limitation can be used. It will appear from the characteristics enclosed what effect a pressure
limitation, PLS will have on max. flow on the lowering port.
The size for a "full" pressure control spool is determined on basis of known load pressure, PLS max, and
requested max. flow.
It will appear from the characteristics enclosed that if the load PLS is low and the pump pressure, Pp, is
high as a result of max. stroked spool you will get a large flow.
If PLS is approaching PLS max. the flow will be reduced and the dead band increased. Max. oil flow can be
reduced by approx. 50% without limiting max. pressure.
The reduction is made by limiting the spool travel from 7 mm to 5.5 mm.
Limitation
If a pressure controlled spool is chosen for stability reasons consideration should be made to features
related to the pressure control principle.
Deadband will change according to the load conditions and the valve section will become load-
dependent and that the pump pressure may exceed the load pressure.
With all of the above in mind, a “pressure controlled spool” will minimize oscillation and obtain a stable
function that can be controlled smooth and precise.
PVPX, electrical LS unloading valve
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 open center 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.
For a PVP pump side module in closed center 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.
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The characteristics in this catalog are typical measured values. During measuring a mineral based
hydraulic oil with a viscosity of 21 mm2/s [102 SUS] at a temperature of 50 °C [122 °F] was used.

Max. pressure Port P continuous1) 350 bar [5075 psi]
Port P intermittent 5) 400 bar [5800 psi]
Port A/B continous 350 bar [5075 psi]
Port A/B intermittent 5) 420 bar [6090 psi]
Port T, static/dynamic 25/40 bar [365/580 psi]
Oil flow rated Port P3) 4) 140/230 l/min [37/61 US gal/min]
Port A/B, with press. comp.2) 100 l/min [26.4 US gal/min]
Port A/B witout press. comp. 125 l/min [33 US gal/min]
Spool travel, standard ± 7 mm [± 0.28 in]
Spool travel, float position Proportional range ± 4.8 mm ± 0.19 in]
Float position ± 8 mm [± 0.32 in]
Dead band, flow control spools Standard ±1.5 mm [± 0.06 in]
Linear characteristic ± 0.8 mm [± 0.03 in]
Max. internal leakage A/B → T without shock valve 20 cm3/min [1.85 in3/min]
at 100 bar [1450 psi] and 21 mm2/s [102 SUS]
A/B → T with shock valve 25 cm3/min [2.15 in3/min]
Oil temperature Recommended temperature 30 → 60 °C [86 → 140°F]
(inlet temperature)
Min. temperature -30 °C [-22 °F]
Max. temperature +90 °C [194 °F]
Ambient temperature -30 → 60 °C [-22 → 140 °F]
Oil viscosity Operating range 12 - 75 mm2/s [65 - 347 SUS]
Min. viscosity 4 mm2/s [39 SUS]
Max. viscosity 460 mm2/s [2128 SUS]
Filtration Max. contamination 23/19/16 23/19/16
(See chapter Filtration) (ISO 4406)
Oil consumtion in pilot oil pressure reduction valve 5 l/min [0.13 US gal/min]
1) With PVSI end plate. With PVS end plate max. 300 bar [4351 psi].
2) For 130 l/min contact Danfoss Product Application Engineering.
3) In open circuit systems with short P-hoses/tubes, attention should be paid to pressure peaks at flows
>100 l/min [26.4 US gal/min] .
4) For system with mid inlet PVPVM.
5) Intermittent pressure at max. 250,000 cycles of full PVG life time cycles, with PVSI end plate. The
maximum intermittent pressure at max. 250,000 cycles stresses the need to confirm application duty
cycle before proceeding with specification. For further information contact Danfoss Product Application
Engineering.
Rated Pressure
Product Maximum continuous P-port pressure
PVG 32 with PVS 300 bar [4351 psi]
PVG 32 with PVSI 350 bar [5076 psi]
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Rated Pressure (continued)

Product Maximum continuous P-port pressure
PVG 32 with PVBZ 250 bar [3626 psi]
PVG 32 with HIC steel 350 bar [5076 psi]
PVG 32 with HIC aluminium 210 bar [3046 psi]
PVG 120/32 with PVS 300 bar [4351 psi]
PVG 120/32 with PVSI 350 bar [5076 psi]
PVG 100/32 with PVS 300 bar [4351 psi]
PVG 100/32 with PVSI 350 bar [5076 psi]
PVH, hydraulic actuation
Technical data for PVH

Control range pressure 5 – 15 bar [75 – 220 psi]
Max. pilot pressure 30 bar [435 psi]
Max. pressure on port T 10 bar [145 psi]

(The hydraulic remote control lever should be connected directly to
tank.)
PVM, mechanical actuation
Technical data for PVM

Spool displacement Operating Torque N•m [lbf•in]
PVM + PVMD PVM + PVE PVM + PVH PVM + PVMR PVM+PVMF

from neutral position 2.2 ±0.2 2.2 ±0.2 2.5 ±0.2 17 22
[19.5 ±1.8] [19.5 ±1.8] [22.1 ±1.8] [3.8] [5.0]
max. spool travel 2.8 ±0.2 2.8 ±0.2 6.9 ±0.2 – –
[24.8 ±1.8] [24.8 ±1.8] [61.0 ±1.8]
into float position – – – – 60 [13.5]
away from float position – – – – 28 [6.3]
from any other position – – – 8.5 [73.3] –
Control lever position No 2x6
Control range control lever ±19.5°

proportional ±13.4°
float position 22.3°
For PVE please see the PVE, Series 4 for PVG 32/100/120 Technical Information, 520L0553.
PVE technical data
Technical data for PVEO and PVEM

Supply voltage UDC rated 12 VDC 24 VDC
range 11 V to 15 V 22 V to 30 V
max. ripple 5%
Current consumption at rated voltage 0.65 A @ 12 V 0.33 A @ 24 V
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Technical data for PVEO and PVEM (continued)

Signal voltage (PVEM) neutral 0.5 x UDC
A-port ↔ B-port 0.25 • UDC to 0.75 • UDC
Signal current at rated voltage (PVEM) 0.25 mA 0.50 mA
Input impedance in relation to 0.5 • UDC 12 KΩ
Power consumption 8W
Reaction time for PVEO and PVEM

Supply voltage Function PVEO, PVEO-R, PVEM, Prop.
On/Off On/Off med.
Disconnected by means of Reaction time from neutral max. 0.235 s 0.41 s 0.700 s
neutral switch position to max. spool travel
rated 0.180 s 0.35 s 0.450 s
min. 0.120 s 0.25 s 0.230 s
Disconnected by means Reaction time from max. max. 0.175 s 0.33 s 0.175 s
of neutral switch spool travel to neutral
rated 0.090 s 0.27 s 0.090 s
position
min. 0.065 s 0.25 s 0.065 s
Constant voltage Reaction time from neutral max. - - 0.700 s
position to max. spool
rated - - 0.450 s
position
min. - - 0.230 s
Constant voltage Reaction time from max. max. - - 0.700 s
spool travel to neutral
rated - - 0.450 s
position
min. - - 0.230 s
Hysteresis * rated - - 20%
* Hysteresis (control signal/spool travel) is indicated at rated voltage and f = 0.02 Hz for one cycle.
(one cycle = neutral → full A → full B → neutral)
Technical data for PVEA, PVEH and PVES

PVEA, PVEH and PVES
Supply voltage UDC rated 11 V to 32 V
range 11 V to 32 V
max. ripple 5%
Current consumption at rated voltage PVEH/PVES (PVEA) 0.57 (33) A @ 12 V 0.3 (17) A @ 24 V
Signal voltage neutral 0.5 x UDC
A-port ↔ B-port 0.25 • UDC to 0.75 • UDC
Signal current at rated voltage 0.25 mA to 0.70 mA
Input impedance in relation to 0.5 • UDC 12 KΩ
Input capacitor 100 ηF
Power consumption PVEH/PVES (PVEA) 7 (3.5) W
(PVEH/PVES) Max. load 100 mA 60 mA
Active Reaction time at fault 500 ms (PVEA: 750 ms)
Passive Reaction time at fault 250 ms (PVEA: 750 ms)
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Reaction time for PVEA, PVEH and PVES

Supply voltage Function PVEA PVEH PVES
Prop. fine Prop. high Prop. super
s s s
Disconnected by means Reaction time from neutral max. 0.50 0.23 0.23
of neutral switch position to max. spool travel
rated 0.32 0.15 0.15
min. 0.25 0.12 0.12
Disconnected by means Reaction time from max. spool max. 0.55 0.175 0.175
of neutral switch travel to neutral position
rated 0.40 0.09 0.09
min. 0.30 0.065 0.065
Constant voltage Reaction time from neutral max. 0.50 0.20 0.20
position to max. spool travel
rated 0.32 0.12 0.12
min. 0.25 0.05 0.05
Constant voltage Reaction time from max. spool max. 0.25 0.10 0.10
travel to neutral position
rated 0.20 0.09 0.09
min. 0.15 0.065 0.065
Hysteresis * rated 2% 4% ∼ 0%
Typical hysteresis characteristics for control signal vs spool travel af different PVE types*
Spool position
* Hysteresis (control signal/spool travel) is indicated at rated voltage and f = 0.02 Hz. (one cycle = neutral
→ full A → full B → neutral)
The following technical data are from typical test results. For the hydraulic system a mineral based
hydraulic oil with a viscosity of 21 mm2/s [102 SUS] and a temperature of 50 °C [122 °F] were used.
Pilot oil consumption PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEO and PVEM

Function PVEA PVEH PVES PVEO PVEM
Prop. fine Prop. high Prop. super ON/OFF Prop. medium
Neutral without 0 0 3 l/min 0 0
supply voltage [0.079 US gal/min]
Locked with supply 4 l/min 1 l/min 1 l/min 1 l/min 1 l/min
voltage [0.106 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min]
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Pilot oil consumption PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEO and PVEM (continued)
Function PVEA PVEH PVES PVEO PVEM
Prop. fine Prop. high Prop. super ON/OFF Prop. medium
One actuation (neutral 2 cm3 [0,12 in3]
→ max) with supply
voltage
Continuous actuations 1 l/min 7 l/min 8 l/min 7 l/min 5 l/min
with supply voltage [0.26 US gal/min] [0.185 US gal/min] [0.211 US gal/min] [0.185 US gal/min] [0.132 US gal/min]
Oil viscosity * recommended range 12 - 75 mm2/s [65 - 347 SUS]

minimum 4 mm2/s [39 SUS]
maximum 460 mm2/s [2128 SUS]
Oil temperature recommended range 30 - 60˚C [86 -140˚F]
minimum -30˚C [-22˚F]
maximum 90˚C [194˚F]
Ambient temperature recommended range -30° → 60°C [-22° → 140°F]
Filtering in the hydraulic system Max. allowed degree of contamination: 23/19/16
(ISO 4406, 1999 version)
* Max. start up viscosity 2500 mm2/s.

PVPX technical data

Max. operating pressure 350 bar [5075 psi]
Enclosure to IEC 529 IP65
Max. pressure drop at an oil flow of 0.1 l/min [2.6 US gal/min] 2 bar [30 psi]
Oil temperature Recommended temperature 30°C to 60°C [86°F to 140°F]
(Inlet)
Min. temperature -30°C [-22°F]
Max. temperature 90°C [194°F]
Max. coil surface temperature 155°C [311°F]
Ambient temperature -30°C to 60°C [-22°F to 140°F]
Oil viscosity Operating range 12 to 75 mm2/s [65 to 347 SUS]
Min. viscosity 4 mm2/s [39 SUS]
Max. viscosity 460 mm2/s [2128 SUS]
Response time for LS pressure relief 300 ms
Rated voltage 12 V 24 V
Max. premissible deviation from rated supply voltage ± 10%
Current consumption at rated voltage at 22°C [72°F] coil temperature 1.55 A 0.78 A
at 110°C [230°F] coil temperature 1A 0.5 A
Power consumption at 22°C [72°F] coil temperature 19 W
at 110°C [230°F] coil temperature 12 W
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Electrical control of PVG

Valve actuation with electrical actuators has been supported by Danfoss for a long time. The actuation
can be controlled directly by joystick, by a PLUS+1® controller or by a broad range of third part
controllers. The actuator controls the spool by building up pilot oil pressure on the end of the spool. For
the PVE a pilot oil pressure between 10 and 15 bar is used. For the PVHC a pilot oil pressure between 20
and 25 bar is used.
PVG with PVE
Valve section with naming - standard mounted - seen from PVP
P -> A
Pilot oil supply Oil

B port A port
PVE PVM
PVB
Electronics
Neutral spring
NC Solenoid valves
PVBS
LVDT
NO solenoid valves
V310072.B
A detailed description of the variants is presented in:

PVE-Series 4 for PVG 32, PVG 100 and PVG 120 Technical Information, 520L0553, covers all analogue PVE –
PVEO, PVEH, PVES, PVEA, PVEM, PVEU, PVEP and the current controlled PVHC.
Electrohydraulic Actuator – PVED-CC Series 4 Technical Information, 520L0665, covers the ISOBUS/SAE
J1939 CAN controlled PVED-CC.
Electrohydraulic Actuator – PVED-CX Series 4 Technical Information, 11070179, covers the IEC61508 SIL2
certified CANopen controlled PVED-CX.
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PVE characteristic - control by voltage
PVEP
control range
PVEU
2.5V 5V 7.5V fixed
Closed loop control
The PVE variants PVEA/H/M/S/U/P and the PVED-CC/-CX has a closed loop control supported by a spool
position sensor that ensures integrity towards flow forces and oil viscosity.
Hysteresis for PVE variants*
Spool position
Hysteresis (Control signal /spool travel) is indicated at rated voltage and f = 0.02 Hz for one cycle (one
cycle = neutral → full A → full B → neutral).
The values are typical test data for exact ranges, see PVE Technical Information, 520L0553.
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• PVEU is available with PVEH and PVES hysteresis

• PVEP, PVED-CC and PVED-CX are available with PVES hysteresis
The standard PVE’s are proportional activated actuator except PVEO which is on/off.
The PVE’s have fault-monitoring.
Fault monitoring overview

Type Fault Delay before error Error mode Error output Fault output LED light Memory
monitoring out status on PVE 1) (reset
needed)
PVEO No fault – – – – – –
PVEM monitoring
PVEA Active 500 ms No fault Low <2V Green –
PVEH (PVEA: 750 ms)
Input signal faults High ∼UDC Flashing red Yes
PVEP
PVES Transducer (LVDT) Constant red
PVEU Close loop fault
Passive 250 ms No fault Low <2V Green –
(PVEA: 750 ms)
Input signal faults High ~UDC Flashing red No
Transducer (LVDT) Constant red
Close loop fault
PVE Active 500 ms Float not active High ~UD Constant red Yes
Float
750 ms Float still active
six pin
1) Measured between fault output pin and ground.

PVEO
The PVEO is an on/off activated actuator. The PVEO has not fault-monitoring.
Variants: Power supply:

• PVEO-R with a ramp delayed actuation • 12 V
• PVEO-DI with direction indication feedback • 24 V
• Anodized aluminum block
Connectors:
• ATEX certified
• AMP
• DIN/Hirshmann
• Deutsch
AMP version DIN/Hirschmann version Deutsch version
PVEO/PVEO-R
3
U DC
U DC
2
157-502.11
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PVEM
The PVEM is a proportional activated actuator. The PVEM has not fault-monitoring.
Variants:
• PVEM -R with a ramp delayed actuation

• PVEM for float in B-direction and max. flow B at 4.8 mm
Power supply: 12 / 24 V
Connectors:DIN/Hirshmann
PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEU
Variants: Power supply: 11→ 32 V

• -F for float in B-direction Connectors:
max. flow B at 4.8 mm
• -F for float in A-direction • AMP
max. flow A at 5.5 mm • DIN/Hirshmann
• PVES-SP with spool position feedback • Deutsch
• Anodized aluminum block
• ATEX certified
AMP version DIN/Hirschmann version Deutsch version
LED
PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEU PVEH, PVEM, PVES, PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEU
and PVEH float A PVEH float B and PVEM float B and PVEH float B
PVEP
The PVEP is controlled with separate PWM control Deutsch version

signals for A and B direction.
PVES-SP
The PVEP has hysteresis and fault monitoring like
the PVES. LED
Power supply: 11→ 32 V Not Spool position

connected
3 4
Connector: Deutsch Error 2 5
6
1
Us UDC
PVED-CC and PVED-CX

The CAN controlled PVE embedded microcontrollers support the same high spool controllability as the
PVES and additional has high quality feedbacks, safety monitoring and detailed diagnostics.
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PVED has digital communication, that allows a wide range of feedback, setpoint and highly costumized
settings. CAN bus serial communication makes wiring much easier. Only one cable per PVG group.
Power supply: 11 → 32 V PVE with Deutsch connector incl. female connector
Connectors:
• Deutsch (PVED-CC)
• AMP (PVED-CC and
PVED-CX)
For more information on PVED please see the PVED-CC, Series 4 Technical Information, 520L0665.
PVHC
For PVG controlled by PVHC, hysteresis is influenced by lever (PVM). The PVHC control is done by dual
Pulse Width Modulated (PVM) high current supply 100-400 Hz PWM control signals.
The PVHC does not have neither fault monitoring nor internal closed loop control of the spool.
Power supply: PVHC with AMP version PVHC with Deutsch version
• 12 V 5.7
[0.224]
5.7
[0.224]
5.7
[0.224]
5.7
[0.224]
44.4 [1.748]
• 24 V
44.4 [1.748]
33.0 [1.299]
33.0 [1.299]
Connectors: 26.75
[1.053]
26.75
• Deutsch
[1.053]
• AMP
74.0 92.25
[2.913] [3.631]
74.0 92.25
[2.913] [3.631]
16.5 5.75
[0.650] [0.226]
P301 124
16.5 5.75
[0.650] [0.226]
P301 123
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PVHC characteristic - Spool stroke vs current

Spool stroke, mm
5
Ideal curve
4
3
Hysteresis
Current in mA
0
800
200
800
400
600
400
200
600
1200
1000
1400
1200
1000
1400
1600
1600
@ 12V
600
@ 24V
400
200
300
500
400
100
100
200
300
700
600
700
500
800
800
500/1000 mA 280/560 mA 280/560 mA 500/1000 mA V310 000.A
PVHC current response and hysteresis @ 25 bar Pp, 21 ctS, 25 °C. The ideal curve is determined by the
main spool neutral spring. The PVHC has high hysteresis. The hysteresis is affected by viscosity, friction,
flow forces, dither frequency and modulation frequency. The spool position will shift when conditions are
changed e.g. temperature change.
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General
The characteristics in this catalog are typical measured values. During measuring a mineral based
hydraulic oil with a viscosity of 21 mm2/s [102 SUS] at a temperature of 50°C [122°F] was used.
PVP, pump side module
Pressure relief valve characteristic in PVP

The pressure relief valve is set at an oil flow of 15 l/min [4.0 US gal/min].
Setting range:
• 30 to 350 bar [435 to 5075 psi] with PVSI end plate
• 30 to 300 bar [435 to 4351 psi] with PVS end plate
Pressure relief valve characteristic Neutral by-pass pressure drop characteristic (open
center)
PVB, basic modules oil flow characteristics

The oil flow for the individual spool depends on:
• type of basic module (with/without compensation)

• type of pump (fixed or variable displacement).
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Linear oil flow depending on spool type
US = Signal voltage; UDC = Supply voltage; 1 = First PVB after PVP; 8 = Eighth PVB after
Pressure-compensated PVB, open or closed center 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.
Please note, the letters AA, A, B, etc. denote spool types. The characteristic below is shown for spool
travel in both directions. All other characteristics are shown for spool travel in one direction only.
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Progressive oil flow characteristic depending on spool type
PVM
PVM
PVE
PWM for PVEP/T

control range
157-61.im
US = Signal voltage; UDC = Supply voltage; 1 = First PVB after PVP; 8 = Eighth PVB after
PVB without pressure compensation, open center PVP

The spool flow is dependent on the supplied oil flow, QP.
The characteristics apply to supply oil flow of 130 l/min [34.3 US gal/min] with the actuation of one basic
module and the supply flow level.
If several basic modules are activated at the same time, the characteristic depends on the load pressure
of the actuated basic modules.
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Oil flow as a function of spool travel characteristic
Oil flow QA/B as a function of supplied pump oil flow (QP)

The pressure drop of any oil flowing back to tank (QP - QA/B) is read on the curve for neutral flow pressure
in PVP.
Characteristic for fully displaced flow control spools
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PVB without pressure compensation, closed center PVP
Set pressure difference between pump pressure and LS signal = 10 bar [145 psi].
Set pressure difference between pump pressure and LS signal = 20 bar [290 psi].
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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. Also take into consideration pressure
drop from the pump to the PVG valve group. e.g. long pipeline.
Oil flow characteristics for PVB at
@ pressure drop at max. main spool travel @ pressure drop for open spool in neutral position
Load-independent, pressure-compensated LS pressure limiting, pressure-compensated PVB
PVLP, shock and PVLA, suction valves

PVLP is set at an oil flow of 10 l/min [2.6 US gal/min]. The shock valve PVLP is designed to absorb shock
effects. Consequently, it should not be used as a pressure relief valve.
If the working function requires the use of a pressure relief valve, a PVB basic module with built-in LSA/B
pressure limiting valve should be used.
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PVLP, shock valve characteristic PVLA, suction valve characteristic
Pressure build-up for pressure controlled spools
Max. oil flow can be reduced by about

50% without limitation of maximum
pressure by limiting the main spool
travel from 7 mm [0.28 in] to 5.5 mm
[0.22 in].
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Pressure control spool flow characteristics
Size A: Size B:
Example 1
Size C: Size D:
Example 2
Size E:
Examples of how to use the characteristics for pressure control spools
Example 1: Determining the oil flow Example 2: Determining the spool size
Given: Given:
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Example 1: Determining the oil flow Example 2: Determining the spool size
• Spool type B • Max. oil flow, QA/B: 90 l/min [23.8 US gal/min]

• Pressure setting PP: 160 bar [2320 psi] • Pressure setting PP: 150 bar [2175 psi]
• Load pressure, LSA/B: 100 bar [1450 psi] • Load pressure, PLSA: 125 bar [1810 psi]
Result: Result:
Oil flow = 75 l/min [19.8 US gal/min] D spool (see Pressure control spool flow
characteristics, size D)
Normally a smaller spool can be chosen with pressure control. It is our experience that the spool can be
one size smaller than with normal flow control.
Characteristics for float position main spools
Characteristic of oil flow, spool travel and voltage
• 8 mm [0.19 in] spool displacement in direction A gives max. oil flow to port A
• 8 mm [0.19 in] spool displacement in direction B gives max. oil flow to port B
• 8 mm [0.32 in] spool displacement in direction B gives completely open float position A/B → T.
The spools have 4,8 mm spool travel in direction A and 8 mm travel in direction B:
For more information regarding electrical actuation of float spools please see PVE series 4 Technical
Information, 520L0553.
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Pressure drop A/B → T at max. spool travel within the proportional range (4.8 mm) [0.19 in]
Spools D and E have the same opening area for forward flow and return flow.
Spool E can give 100 l/min [26.4 US gal/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
520L0344 • Rev HE • Feb 2014 47

Hydraulic systems
Manually actuated PVG 32 – fixed displ. pump

Example schematic of manually actuated PVG 32 – fixed displacement pump
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Hydraulic systems
Electrically actuated PVG 32 – variable displ. pump

Example schematic of electrically actuated PVG 32 – variable displacement pump (electrical actuator, shock valves, relief valve)
520L0344 • Rev HE • Feb 2014 49

Oil
The main duty of the oil in a hydraulic system is to transfer energy. 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 normal
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).
Non-flammable fluids
Phosphate-esters (HFDR fluids) can be used without special precautions. However, dynamic seals must be
replaced with FPM (Viton) seals. Please contact the Danfoss Sales Organization if the PVG 32 valve is to be
used with phosphate-esters.
The following fluids should only be used according to agreement with the Danfoss Sales Organization
for:
• Water-glycol mixtures (HFC fluids)
• Water-oil emulsions (HFB fluids)
• Oil-water emulsions (HFAE fluids)
Particle content, degree of contamination
Biodegradable oils
PVG 32 valves can be used in systems with rapeseed oil. The use of rapeseed oil is conditioned by:
• complying with the demands on viscosity, water content, temperature and filtering etc. (see chapters
below and technical data).
• adapting the operating conditions to the directions of the oil supplier.
Before using other biodegradable fluids, please consult the Danfoss organization. Oil filtration must
prevent particle content from exceeding an acceptable level, i.e., an acceptable degree of contamination.
Maximum contamination for PVG 32 is 23/19/16 (see ISO 4406. Calibration in accordance with the ACFTD
method). In our experience a degree of contamination of 23/19/16 can be maintained by using a filter
fineness as described in the next section.
For more information, please see the Danfoss literature:
• Design Guidelines for Hydraulic Fluid Cleanliness Technical Information, 520L0467
• Hydraulic Fluids and Lubricants Technical Information, 521L0463
• Experience with Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluids Technical Information, 521L0465.
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 these.
System filters
Where demands on 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
50 520L0344 • Rev HE • Feb 2014

system. The fineness of a pressure filter must be selected as described by the filter manufacturer so that a
particle level of 23/19/16 is not exceeded. The filter must be fitted with pressure gauge or dirt indicator to
make it possible to check the condition of the filter. 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 25
bar [360 psi].
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Dimensions
PVG 32 Dimensions
F: Shock and suction valve, PVLP

G: Pressure gauge connection: G¼, 12 mm [9/16-18, 0.5 in] deep
H: Plug for external pilot oil supply, PVPC: G½, 12 mm [½ –20, 0.47 in] deep
I: Electrical LS unloading valve, PVPX
J: LS connection: G¼, 12 mm [½–20; 0.47 in or 9/16-18, 0.5 in] deep
K: Fixing holes: M8 × min. 10 [5/16–18; 0.39 in] deep
L: Port A and B: G½, 14 mm [7/8 –14; 0.65 in] deep
M: LX connection: PVS; G 1/8, 10 mm [3/8 –24; 0.39 in] deep and PVSI; G¼, 12 mm [½ -20; 0.47 in] deep
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Dimensions
N: LS pressure limiting valve

O: Tank connection; G¾, 16 mm [1 1/16-12; 0.75 in] deep
P: Pressure relief valve
Q: Pump connection; G½, 14 mm [7/8-14; 0.65 in] deep or G¾, 16 mm [1 1/16-12; 0.75 in] deep
R: LSA and LSB connections; G¼, 12 mm deep [9/16-18, 0.5 in] deep
S : Pp, pilot pressure connection G
PVB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
L1 mm 82 130 178 226 274 322 370 418 466 514 562 610
[in] [3.23] [5.12] [7.01] [8.90] [10.79] [12.68] [14.57] [16.46] [18.35] [20.24] [562] [610]
L2 mm 140 189 238 287 336 385 434 483 527 576 622 670
in] [5.51] [7.44] [9.37] [11.30] [13.23] [15.16] [17.09] [19.02] [20.95] [22.87] [622] [670]
520L0344 • Rev HE • Feb 2014 53

Dimensions
F A-A
0]
2]
6.5
1.73
65[
32[1.26]
44 [
~1
P P
V
85[3.35]
85[3.35]
P V
M
58.5[2.303]
V M
R H D
45[1.77]
/
F
49.5[1.949] 33[1.30] 110[4.33] 60[2.36]
7[0.28]
7[0.28]
6.5[0.256] max.200.5[7.894]
17[0.67]
85.5[3.366]
13[0.51]
B-B
129[5.08]
95[3.74]
PVEO
107[4.21] 110[4.33] 60[2.36]

7[0.28]
max.290.50[11.437]
89.5[3.524]
C-C
139[5.472]
117[4.61]
PVEM/PVEH/
PVES
107[4.21] 110[4.33] 60[2.36]

7[0.28]
max.290.50[11.437]
V310141.A
F : G 1/4, 12 mm deep [1/2 in - 20, 0.47 in deep]
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Dimensions
PVM, control lever positions
Base with an angle of 37.5° Base with an angle of 22.5°
19.
5˚
19.5˚
19
19
.5˚
.5˚
37.5 67
˚ .5˚
97
.5˚
22.5˚ 52
127
.5˚ 82
.5
.5˚
˚
11
157.5˚
2.5
142.5
˚
187.5˚
˚
172.5˚
V310018.A
V310014.A
The angle of the handle is determined by which side of the handle that is mount towards the base. If a
22.5° angle is needed the "dot" on the handle is not visible. If 37.5° is needed the dot should be visible.
Surface treatment
The PVG valve has as standard, an untreated surface. In certain applications, depend on different factors,
such as: salty environment, large temperature changes, high humidity, rust can develope on the surface.
This will not affect the performance of the PVG valve group. To prevent/reduce rust development,
Danfoss recommend the PVG valve group to be painted. Rust on the surface is not seen as a valid
complaint issue, neither on painted or unpainted PVG valve groups.
520L0344 • Rev HE • Feb 2014 55

Symbol Description Code number

Open center pump side module for pumps P=G½ 157B5000
with fixed displacement. T=G¾
For purely mechanically actuated valve
P = 7/8–14 157B5200
groups
T = 1 1/16–12
P, T = G ¾ 157B5100
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5300
Closed center pump side module for pumps P=G½ 157B5001

with vaiable displacement. T=G¾
P = 7/8–14 157B5201
T = 1 1/16–12
For purely mechanically actuated valve P, T = G ¾ 157B5101
groups.
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5301
With pilot oil supply for electrically actuated
P = 7/8–14 157B5210
valves.
T = 1 1/16–12
P, T = G ¾ 157B5110
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5310

with variable displacement. T=G¾
P = 7/8–14 157B5211
valves.
T = 1 1/16–12
P, T = G ¾ 157B5111
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5311
P = 7/8–14 157B5212
valves
T = 1 1/16–12
Connection for electrical LS unloading valve,
PVPX (not incl.) P, T = G ¾ 157B5112
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5312

with variable displacement T=G¾
With pilot oil supply
P = 7/8–14 157B5213
Connection for electrical LS unloading valve,
T = 1 1/16–12
PVPX (not incl.)
P, T = G ¾ 157B5113
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5313
Connections:
P = G ½ in; 14 mm deep or G ¾ in; 16 mm deep / LS, M = G ¼ in; 12 mm deep / T = G ¾ in; 16 mm deep.
P = 7/8–14; 0.65 in deep or 1 1/16–12; 0.75 in deep / LS, M = ½–20; 0.47 in deep / T = 1 1/16–12; 0.75 in
deep.
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Open center pump side module for pumps with fixed P, T = G ¾ 157B5102
displacement.
For mechanical actuated valves.
Connection for LS unloading valve, PVPX (not incl)
Closed center pump side module for pumps with P, T = G ¾ 157B5103

vaiable displacement.
For mechanical actuated valves.
Connection for LS unloading valve, PVPX (not incl)
displacement.
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5380
With pilot oil supply for electrical actuation and
LS connection =
connection for pilot oil pressure
9/16–18
Incl. check valve
Closed center pump side module for pumps with P, T = G ¾ 157B5181

variable displacement.
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5381
With pilot oil supply for electrical actuation and
LS connection =
9/16–18
Incl. check valve
displacement.
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5390
With pilot oil supply for hydraulic actuation and
LS connection =
9/16–18
Closed center pump side module pumps with variable P, T = G ¾ 157B5191

displacement
P, T = 1 1/16–12 157B5391
With pilot oil supply for hydraulic actuation and
LS connection =
9/16–18
Connections:
P, T = G ¾ in; 16 mm deep / LS, M = G ¼ in; 12 mm deep
P, T = 1 1/16–12; 0.75 in deep / LS, M = ½–20; 0.47 in deep.
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PVB, basic modules
PVB, basic modules – without adjustable LSA/B pressure limiting valves

No facilities for Facilities for shock

shock valves A/B valves A/B
Without load drop check valve and G½ 157B6000 157B6030
pressure compensator. 14 mm deep
Can be used where load holding
7/8–14 157B6400 157B6430
valves prevent oil from flowing
0.65 in deep
back through channel P.
Load drop check valve. G½ 157B6100 157B6130

14 mm deep
7/8–14 157B6500 157B6530
0.65 in deep
Load drop check valve. G½ — 157B6136

LSA/B shuttle valve. 14 mm deep
To be used with float position
7/8–14 — 157B6536
spools.
0.65 in deep
Non-damped compensator valve G½ 157B6200 157B6230

14 mm deep
7/8–14 157B6600 157B6630
0.65 in deep
Without compensator valve G½ — 11071832

LSA/B shuttle valve 14 mm deep
7/8–14 — —
0.65 in deep
V310411.A
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PVB, basic modules – without adjustable LSA/B pressure limiting valves (continued)
No facilities for Facilities for shock

shock valves A/B valves A/B
With damped compensator valve G½ 157B6206 157B6236
14 mm deep
7/8–14 11036629 11036630
0.65 in deep
PVB, basic modules – with adjustable LSA/B pressure limiting valves

No facilities for Facilities for

shock valves A/B shock valves A/B
With non-damped G½ 157B6203 157B6233
compensator valve 14 mm
Adjustable LSA/B pressure deep
limiting valves
7/8–14 157B6603 157B6633
External LS connection port
0.65 in
A/B.
deep
Also used for float position
spools
Damped compensator valve G½ 157B6208 157B6238

Adjustable LSA/B pressure 14 mm
limiting valves deep
External LS connection port
7/8–14 - 11036631
A/B
0.65 in
deep
PVLP, shock and suction valve (fitted in PVB)
PVLP, shock/ and anti-cavitation valves

Code no. 2032 2050 2063 2080 2100 2125 2140 2150 2160 2175 2190
157B....
Settings bar 32 50 63 80 100 125 140 150 160 175 190
psi 460 725 914 1160 1450 1813 2031 2175 2320 2538 2755
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PVLP, shock and suction valve

Symbol Description
Shock and suction valve for port A and/or B.

(Not adjustable).
Lifetime 200.000 actuations.
PVLA, suction valve (fitted in PVB)
PVLA, suction valve

Symbol Description Code
number
Suction valve for port A and/or B. 157B2001
Plug for connecting the nonactive port to 157B2002

tank, when using a single acting spool.

with stop screws w/o stop screws
PVM, Standard, spring centered 157B3171 157B3191
Individual oil flow adjustment to ports A and B
Without actuation lever and base. 157B3173 157B3193
Shaft for mounting of actuation lever
PVM, as standard, witout actuation lever. 157B3174 157B3194
With base for mounting of actuation lever
PVM, Standard, spring. Individual oil flow 157B3184 -
adjustment to ports A and B. (Anodized)
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PVMD, cover for mechanical actuation

Symbol Description Material Code No. Anodized
— PVMD, Cover for purely mechanically operated valve aluminium 157B0001 no
aluminium 157B0009 yes
cast iron 157B0021 no
PVMR, friction detent

Symbol Description Material Code number Anodized
PVMR, Friction detent aluminium 157B0004 no
cast iron 157B0024 -
PVMF, mechanical float position

PVMF, aluminium 157B0005 no
Mechanical float position lock

PVH, Cover for Hydraulic actuation aluminium 157B0007 no
PVH 9/16-18 UNF
PVH, Cover for Hydraulic actuation aluminium 157B0008 no
PVH G1/4
PVS, end plate
PVS, end plate

Symbol Description Mounting Code number
threads
PVS, without active elements. BSP 157B2000
No connections
V310062.A
SAE 157B2020
PVS, without active elements. G 1/8 10 mm deep BSP 157B2011

Max. intermittend LX pressure
3/8 in - 24; 0,39 in deep SAE 157B2021
LX V310063.A 250 bar [3625 psi]
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PVS, end plate (continued)

Symbol Description Mounting Code number
threads
PVSI, without active elements BSP 157B2014
Without connections.
V310062.A
SAE 157B2004
PVSI, without active elements G 1/4 10 mm deep BSP 157B2015

LX connections.
1/2 in - 20; 0,47 in deep SAE 157B2005
LX V310063.A Max. intermittend LX pressure:
350 bar [5075 psi]
For mounting threats please see the chapter Dimensions.

PVAS, assembly kit
PVAS, assembly kit

Code no, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
157B...
PVB’s 8000 8001 8002 8003 8004 8005 8006 8007 8008 8009 8010 8061 8062
PVB + PVPVM - 8021 8022 8023 8024 8025 8026 8027 8028 8029 8030 8081 8082
Weight kg [lb] 0.1[0.2] 0.15 0.25 0.30 0.40 0.45 0.50 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.80 0.85 0.9 [2.0]
[0.3] [0.6] [0.7] [0.9] [1.0] [1.1] [1.3] [1.4] [1.6] [1.7] [1.8]
PVPX, electrical LS unloaded valve
PVPX, electrical LS unloaded valve

PVPX, Normally open: 12 V 157B4236
LS pressure relieved with no signal to PVPX
24 V 157B4238
PVPX, Normally closed: 12 V 157B4246

24 V 157B4248
PVPX, Normally open with manual override: 12 V 157B4256

24 V 157B4258
Manual override DE-selects LS-pump
- Plug 157B5601
PVPC, plug for external pilot oil supply
PVPC, plug for external pilot oil supply

PVP, G 1/2, 157B5400
Plug without check valve for open 12 mm deep
or closed center
1/2 in - 20; -
0.47 in deep
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PVPC, plug for external pilot oil supply (continued)

PVP, G 1/2, 157B5600
Plug with check valve for 12 mm deep
open center
1/2 in - 20; 157B5700
0.47 in deep
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Standard FC spools
PVB is with LSA/B shuttle valve Code number 157B.... PVB is without LSA/B shuttle valve
Press. compensated flow: l/min [US gal/min] ISO symbol Symbol Press. compensated flow l/min [US gal/min]
F E D C B A AA AA A B C D E F
130 100 65 40 25 10 5 [1.3] 5 [1.3] 10 25 40 65 100 130
[34.3] [26.4] [17.2] [10.6] [6.6] [2.6] [2.6] [6.6] [10.6] [17.2] [26.4] [34.3]
7026 7024 7023 7022 7021 7020 7025 7005 7000 7001 7002 7003 7004 7006
4-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position
7126 7124 7123 7122 7121 7120 7125 7105 7100 7101 7102 7103 7104 7106
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, open neutral position
- - - - - - - - 7200 7201 7202 7203 7204 -
3-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, P → A
- - - - - - - - - 7301 7302 7303 7304 -
3-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, P → B
- 7424 7423 7422 7421 - - - - 7401 7402 7403 7404 7406
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, A → T in neutral position
- 7524 7523 7522 7521 - - - - 7501 7502 7503 7504 -
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, B → T in neutral position
- 7624 7623 7622 7621 7620 - - - - - - - -
157-139.10 157-140.10
4-way, 4-position
Float P → B → F
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Standard FC spools, hydraulic actuation
Press. compensated flow: l/min [US gal/min] ISO symbol Symbol Press. compensated flow: l/min [US gal/min]
E D C B A AA AA A B C D E
100 65 40 25 10 5 5 10 25 40 65 100
[26.4] [17.2] [10.6] [6.6] [2.6] [1.3] [1.3] [2.6] [6.6] [10.6] [17.2] [26.4]
9024 9023 9022 9021 9020 9025 9005 9000 9001 9002 9003 9004
4-way, 3-position
closed neutral position
9124 9123 9122 9121 9120 9125 9105 9100 9101 9102 9103 9104
4-way, 3-position
Throttled open neutral position
FC spools for mechanical float position, PVMF
Press. compensated flow: l/min [US gal/min] ISO symbol Symbol Press. compensated flow l/min [US gal/min]
130 100 65 40 25 10 5 5 10 25 40 65 100 130
[34.3] [26.4] [17.2] [10.6] [6.6] [2.6] [1.3] [1.3] [2.6] [6.6] [10.6] [17.2] [26.4] [34.3]
- 9824 9823 9822 9821 9820 9825 - - - - - - -
4-way, 4 position
P→A→F
- 9624 623 9622 9621 - - - - - - - - -
157-139.10 157-140.10
4-way, 4-position
Float P → B → F
FC spools for friction detent, PVMR
100 65 40 25 10 5 5 10 25 40 65 100
[26.4] [17.2] [10.6] [6.6] [2.6] [1.3] [1.3] [2.6] [6.6] [10.6] [17.2] [26.4]
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9724 9723 9722 9721 9720 - - 9700 9701 9702 9703 9704
4-way, 3-position
closed neutral position
9734 9733 9732 9731 9730 - - 9710 9711 9712 9713 9714
4-way, 3-position
Throttled open neutral position
FC spools with linear flow characteristic
130 100 65 40 25 10 5 5 10 25 40 65 100 130
[34.3] [26.4] [17.2] [10.6] [6.6] [2.6] [1.3] [1.3] [2.6] [6.6] [10.6] [17.2] [26.4] [34.3]
- 9774 9773 9772 9771 - - - 9750 9751 9752 9753 9754 -
4-way, 3-position
- 9784 9783 9782 9781 - - - 9760 9761 9762 9763 9764 -
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, open neutral position
- - - - - - - - - - - - 9794 -
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, A → T in neutral position
- - - - - - - - - - - - 9804 -
4-way, 3-position
B → T in neutral position
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Standard PC spools
100 65 40 25 10 5 5 10 25 40 65 100
[26.4] [17.2] [10.6] [6.6] [2.6] [1.3] [1.3] [2.6] [6.6] [10.6] [17.2] [26.4]
- 7033 7032 7031 7030 7035 7015 7010 7011 7012 7013 -
4-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, PC → A and B
7134 7133 7132 7131 7130 7135 7115 7110 7111 7112 7113 -
4-way, 3-position Throttled, open neutral position,

PC → A and B
7064 7063 7062 7061 - - - 7040 7041 7042 7043 7044
4-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, PC → A
7074 7073 7072 7071 - - - 7050 7051 7052 7053 7054
4-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, PC → B
7164 7163 7162 7161 - - - 7150 7151 7152 7153 7154
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, open neutral position, PC → A
7174 7173 7172 7171 - - - 7150 7151 7152 7153 7154
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, open neutral position, PC → B
- 7473 7472 7471 7470 - - - - 7452 7453 -
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, A → T neutral position, PC → B
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- 7563 7562 - - - - - 7541 7542 7543 -
4-way, 3-position
Throttled, B→ T neutral position , PC → A
Standard PC spools, hydraulic actuation
100 65 40 25 10 5 5 10 25 40 65 100
[26.4] [17.2] [10.6] [6.6] [2.6] [1.3] [1.3] [2.6] [6.6] [10.6] [17.2] [26.4]
- - - - - - 9015 9010 9011 9012 - -
4-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, PC → A and B
- - - - - - - - - 9042 9043 9044
4-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, PC → A
- - - - - - - - - 9052 9053 9054
4-way, 3-position
Closed neutral position, PC → B
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PVB, basic valves
0 c
1-13
16
14
a
15 c
V310168.A
PVB, basic valves

Description No facilities for shock valves A and B Facilities for shock valves A and B
G½ 7∕8 - 14 UNF G½ 7∕8 - 14 UNF

Without compensator /check valve 157B6000 157B6400 157B6030 157B6430
With check valve 157B6100 157B6500 157B6130 157B6530
With check valve and LSA/B shuttle valve - - 157B6136 157B6536
With compensator valve 157B6200 157B6600 157B6230 157B6630
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PVB, basic valves (continued)

Description No facilities for shock valves A and B Facilities for shock valves A and B
G½ 7∕8 - 14 UNF G½ 7∕8 - 14 UNF

With damped compensator valve 157B6206 - 157B6236 -
With compensator valve, LSA/B relief valve and LSA/B shuttle 157B6203 157B6603 157B6233 157B6633
valve
With damped compensator valve, 157B6208 - 157B6238 -
LSA/B relief valve and LSA/B shuttle valve
Weight kg [lb] 3.1 [6.8] 3.0 [6.6]
PVPC, plugs
Description G½ ½ in - 20 Weight
kg [lb]
External pilot supply 157B5400 — 0.05 0.1
External pilot supply incl. check valve 157B5600 157B5700 0.05 0.1

Description Alu Alu anodized Cast iron Angle
with stop screws without stop with stop screws with stop screws
screws
Standard 157B3171 157B3191 157B3184 157B3161 22,5°/37,5°
Standard with base, without arm and button 157B3174 157B3194 — — 22,5°/37,5°
Standard without base, without arm and 157B3173 157B3193 157B3186 — —
button
Weight kg [lb] 0.4 [0.9] 0.8 [1.8]
PVAS, assembly kit

Code no. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
157B....
PVB’s 8000 8001 8002 8003 8004 8005 8006 8007 8008 8009 8010 8061 8062
PVB + - 8021 8022 8023 8024 8025 8026 17B8027 8028 8029 8030 8081 8082
PVPVM
Weight 0.1 [0.2] 0.15 [0.3] 0.25 [0.6] 0.30 [0.7] 0.40 [0.9] 0.45 [1.0] 0.50 [1.1] 0.60 [1.3] 0.65 [1.4] 0.70 [1.6] 0.80 [1.7] 0.85 [1.8] 0.9 [2.0]
kg [lb]

Description Without pilot supply With pilot supply
for PVE for PVE with for PVE for PVE and for PVE and pilot for PVH and pilot
facilit. for PVPX facilit. for oil pressure take- oil pressure take-
PVPX off off
Open P = G1/2, T = G3/4 157B5000 - 157B5010 157B5012 - -
center
P = 7/8 -14, T = 11/16 -12 157B5200 - 157B5210 157B5212 - -
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Description Without pilot supply With pilot supply
for PVE for PVE with for PVE for PVE and for PVE and pilot for PVH and pilot
facilit. for PVPX facilit. for oil pressure take- oil pressure take-
PVPX off off
P = G3/4, T = G3/4 157B5100 157B5102 157B5110 157B5112 157B5180 157B5190
P = 1 1/16 -12, T = 11/16 -12 157B5300 - 157B5310 157B5312 157B5380 157B5390
Closed P = G1/2 , T = G3/4, 157B5001 - 157B5011 157B5013 - -
center
P = 7/8 -14, T = 11/16 -12 157B5201 - 157B5211 157B5213 - -
P = G3/4, T = G3/4, 157B5101 157B5103 157B5111 157B5113 157B5181 157B5191
P = 11/16 -12, T = 1 1/16 -12 157B5301 - 157B5311 157B5313 157B5381 157B5391
Weight kg [lb] 3 [6.6]
PVPX, electrical LS pressure relief valves

Description/ Code No. Hirsch. Code No. Weight
Supply voltage AMP kg [lb]
Normally open 12 V 157B4236 157B4981 0.3 [0.7]
24 V 157B4238 157B4982
Normally closed 12 V 157B4246 157B4983
24 V 157B4248 157B4984
Normally open with manual override 12 V 157B4256 157B4985
24 V 157B4258 157B4986
Plug 157B5601 0.06 [.13]
PVS and PVSI, end plate

Description BSP SAE Weight
kg [lb]
PVS, without connections 157B2000 157B2020 0.5 [1.1]
PVS, with LX connection 157B2011 157B2021
G 1/8 [3/8 -24 UNF]
PVSI, without connections 157B2014 157B2004 1.7 [3.6]
PVSI, with LX connections 157B2015 157B2005
G 1/4 [1/2 -20 UNF]
PVLP, shock/ and anti-cavitation valves

Code no. 157B203 157B205 157B206 157B208 157B210 157B212 157B214 157B215 157B216 157B217 157B219
2 0 3 0 0 5 0 0 0 5 0
Settings bar 32 50 63 80 100 125 140 150 160 175 190
psi 460 725 914 1160 1450 1813 2031 2175 2320 2538 2755
Code no. 157B221 157B223 157B224 157B225 157B226 157B228 157B230 157B232 157B235 157B238 157B240
0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0
Settings bar 210 230 240 250 265 280 300 320 350 380 400
psi 3045 3335 3480 3625 3845 4061 4351 4641 5075 5511 5801
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PVE, electrical actuation
PVE, electrical actuation

Description Code No. Weight
kg [lb]
Hirsch AMP Deut.
PVEO, on-off 12 V 157B4216 157B4901 157B4291 0.6 [1.3]
24 V 157B4228 157B4902 157B4292
PVEO-R, on/off 12 V 157B4217 157B4903 -
24 V 157B4229 157B4904 -
PVEM, prop. medium – 12 V 157B4116 - - 0.9 [2.0]
Standard
24 V 157B4128 - -
PVEM, prop. medium – Float 12 V 157B4416 - - 1.0 [2.2]
–>B
24 V 157B4428 - -
PVEA, active fault mon. - 157B4734 157B4792 0.9 [2.0]
PVEA, passive fault mon. - 157B4735 -
PVEA-DI, active fault mon. - 157B4736 157B4796
PVEA-DI, passive fault mon. - 157B4737 -
PVEH active fault mon. 157B4032 157B4034 157B4092 1.0 [2.2]
PVEH passive fault mon. 157B4033 157B4035 157B4093
PVEH float – > B, act. fault 157B4332 - 157B4392
PVEH float – > A, act. fault - 157B4338 -
PVEH- DI active fault mon. - 157B4036 157B4096
PVEH - DI passive fault mon. - 157B4037 -
PVES, active fault mon. 157B4832 157B4834 157B4892
PVES, passive fault mon. 157B4833 157B4835 -
PVMD, PVMR, PVMF, PVH covers

Description Code No. Material Anodized Weight
kg [lb]
PVMD 157B0001 aluminium no 0.1 [0.2]
Cover for PVB
157B0009 yes
157B0021 cast iron N/A 0.9 [2.0]
PVMR 157B0004 aluminium no 0.3 [0.6]
(Friction Detent)
157B0012 yes
157B0024 cast iron N/A
PVMF 157B0005 aluminium no
(Mech. float position)
Hydraulic actuation PVH 9/16-18 UNF 157B0007 aluminium no 0.2 [0.4]
157B0010 yes
157B0014 cast iron N/A
Hydraulic actuation PVH G1/4 157B0008 aluminium no
157B0011 yes
157B0016 cast iron N/A 0.9 [2.0]
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PVLA, anti-cavitation valve

Description Code No. Weight
kg [lb]
Plug A or B 157B2002 0.04 0.09
Valve A or B 157B2001 0.05 0.1
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Order specification
An order form for PVG 32 hydraulic valve is shown on the next page.
The form can be obtained from the Danfoss Sales Organization.
Both the module selection chart on the previous pages and the order form are divided into fields 0,
1-1-12, 13, 14, 15, 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
1-12: Basic valves PVB

13: Main spool PVBS
a: Mechanical actuator PVM (or PVE when option mounted)
c:
• Cover for mechanical actuation PVMD
• Cover for hydraulic actuation PVH
• Electrical actuators PVE (or PVM when option mounted)
b:
• Shock and suction valve PVLP
• Suction valve PVLA
14: End plate PVS

15: Assembly kit PVAS
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.
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 mechanical 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.
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 interaction can be
read in the following table.
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The figures in the table have been calculated according to the following expressions:
• PVLP ≤150 bar: LSA/B ≤ 0.8 × PPVLP

• PVLP >150 bar: PPVLP - LSA/B ≥ 30 bar.
Max. pressure setting of LSA and LSB valves relative to PVLP shock valve
Pressure bar 32 50 63 80 100 125 140 150 160 175 190 210 230 240 250 265 280 300 320 350 380 400
setting
psi 46 72 91 11 145 181 203 217 232 283 275 304 333 348 362 384 406 435 464 507 551 580
for PVLP
0 5 4 60 0 3 1 5 0 8 5 5 5 0 5 3 1 1 1 5 1 1
Max. for LSA/B bar - 40 50 64 80 100 112 120 130 145 160 180 200 210 220 235 250 270 290 320 350 370
psi - 58 72 93 116 145 162 174 188 210 232 261 290 304 319 340 362 391 420 464 507 536
0 0 0 0 0 5 0 5 0 0 0 0 5 0 8 5 5 5 1 5 6
Min. for LSA/B 30 bar [435 psi]
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Order specification
PVG 32 order specification form
Separate specification pads are available under the literature no. 520L0515.
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MAKING MODERN LIVING POSSIBLE
Technical Information
Proportional Valve Group

PVE, Series 4 for PVG 32/100/120
and PVHC
powersolutions.danfoss.com
Technical Information PVE, Series 4 for PVG 32/100/120 and PVHC
Revision History Table of Revisions
Date Changed Rev
Jan 2014 Converted to Danfoss layout – DITA CMS GD
March 2013 Back page matter change GC
Aug 2012 Various changes, new articles about NP GB
May 2012 Major update GA
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Contents
General Information
List of abbreviations for PVG/PVE...............................................................................................................................................5
Literature reference for PVG products...................................................................................................................................... 6
Standards for PVE............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
PVE with connector variants.........................................................................................................................................................7
Warnings..............................................................................................................................................................................................7
PVE series 4 introduction............................................................................................................................................................... 7
PVE stands for PVE actuator .........................................................................................................................................................8
Overview..............................................................................................................................................................................................9
Functionality
PVG functionality............................................................................................................................................................................10
PVE functionality............................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Hydraulic subsystems............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVEA...............................................................................................................................12
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVHC.............................................................................................................................. 12
Mechanical subsystem............................................................................................................................................................13
Electronic subsystem...............................................................................................................................................................13
Safety and monitoring
Fault monitoring and reaction.................................................................................................................................................. 15
Active fault reaction is activated after 500 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms). .............................................................. 15
Passive fault reaction is activated after 250 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms).............................................................. 15
The solenoid valves are disabled when:...........................................................................................................................16
Spool position feedback (-SP)....................................................................................................................................................16
Direction indication feedback (-DI)......................................................................................................................................... 17
Solenoid disabling function (-NP)............................................................................................................................................ 18
Building in safety............................................................................................................................................................................19
FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) IEC EN 61508............................................................................................. 19
Hazard and risk analysis ISO 12100-1 / 14121................................................................................................................ 19
Control system example..............................................................................................................................................................19
Typical wiring block diagram example.............................................................................................................................21
Example of fault monitoring.................................................................................................................................................23
PVG 32 – mainly used in system with fixed displacement pumps......................................................................... 23
PVG100 – Alternative LS dump or pilot supply disconnect...................................................................................... 24
PVG120 – Pump disconnect/block for variable pumps.............................................................................................. 24
PVE control
PVE control by voltage................................................................................................................................................................. 25
PLUS+1® compliance............................................................................................................................................................... 25
ATEX PVE......................................................................................................................................................................................26
PVEU–PVE with fixed control signal range...................................................................................................................... 26
PVE controlled with PWM signal......................................................................................................................................... 26
PVEP.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
PVEO................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
PVE ON/OFF activation........................................................................................................................................................... 28
PVE for float spool..........................................................................................................................................................................28
There are two variants of float spool PVBS......................................................................................................................28
PVHC control....................................................................................................................................................................................31
PVE hysteresis..................................................................................................................................................................................31
Example of PVE use....................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Technical Data
PVE operating parameters .........................................................................................................................................................34
PVHC control specification......................................................................................................................................................... 35
PVEO and PVEM control specification.................................................................................................................................... 36
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU control specification ........................................................................................................... 36
PVEP control specification.......................................................................................................................................................... 37
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PVE dimensions for PVG 32 and PVG 100..............................................................................................................................38

PVE dimensions for PVG 120......................................................................................................................................................40
PVEO pinout.....................................................................................................................................................................................41
PVEO connection............................................................................................................................................................................42
PVE standard connection data / pinout ................................................................................................................................42
PVE standard connections.....................................................................................................................................................43
Standard PVE with DI...............................................................................................................................................................43
Standard PVE with SP.............................................................................................................................................................. 44
Standard PVE with NP............................................................................................................................................................. 44
PVHC connection........................................................................................................................................................................... 45
PVE with separate float pin.........................................................................................................................................................45
PVEP with controled PWM..........................................................................................................................................................46
PVE warnings
PVE warnings................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
PVE code numbers
PVE code numbers for PVG 32 and PVG 100 use................................................................................................................48
PVE code numbers for use on PVG 120..................................................................................................................................49
PVE accessories............................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Connector code numbers at other suppliers ......................................................................................................................51
PVED code numbers for use on PVG 32 and PVG 100...................................................................................................... 51
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List of abbreviations for PVG/PVE
Abbreviation Description
ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit - the part of the PVE where spool position is controled to
follow setpoint
ATEX Certificated for use in explosive environment
AVC Auxillery Valve Comand - ISOBUS/J1939 standard signal for valve control
AVCTO Auxillery Valve Comand Time Out - Fault monitoring setting
AVEF Auxillery Valve Estimated Flow - ISOBUS/J1939 standard signal for valve feedback
CAN Controller Area Network - Communication method used by PVED
CLC Closed Loop Circuit
CRC Cyclic Redundancy Check - Method for ensuring validity of data.
-DI PVE with Direction Indication
DM1 Diagnostic Message 1 - J1939 message informing about present fault
DM2 Diagnostic Message 2 - J1939 message informing about fault history
DM3 Diagnostic Message 3 - J1939 message clearing fault history
DSM Device State Machine. Deterministic description of system process
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EH Electro Hydraulic
-F PVE for Float spool. Two variants: 4 pin with float at 75%. 6 pin with separate float.
FMEA Failure Mode Effect Analysis
ISOBUS Communication standard for CAN
J1939 Communication standard for CAN
LED Light Emitting Diode
LS Load Sensing
LVDT Linear Variable Differential Transducer - Position sensor
NC Normally Closed solenoid valve in PVE
NC-H Normally Closed standard solenoid valve - like in PVEH
NC-S Normally Closed solenoid valve Super - like in PVES
NO Normally Open solenoid valve in PVE
PLC Programmable Logical Circuit
PLUS+1® Trademark for Danfoss controllers and programming tool
POST Power On Self Test. Boot up evaluation for PVED
Pp Pilot Pressure. The oil gallery for PVE actuation
PVB Proportional Valve Basic module - valve slice
PVBS Proportional Valve Basic module Spool
PVBZ Proportional Valve Basic module Zero leakage
PVE Proportional Valve Electric actuator
PVEA PVE variant with 2-6 % hysteresis
PVED PVE variant Digital controlled via CAN communication
PVEH PVE variant with 4-9% Hysteresis
PVEM PVE variant with 25-35% hysteresis
PVEO PVE variant with ON/OFF actuation
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Abbreviation Description
PVEP PVE variant PWM controled
PVES PVE variant with 0-2% hysteresis
PVEU PVE variant with US 0-10V
PVG Proportional multi-section Valve Group
PVHC PV variant with Current controlled valve actuator
PVM Proportional Valve Manual control with handle
PVP Proportional Valve Pump side module.Inlet
PVS Proportional Valve end plate
PVSK Proportional Valve end plate crane. Inlet module with Spool Control
PWM Pulse Width Modulation
S4 DJ Series 4 Digital J1939 service tool software for PVED-CC
SAE Society Automotive Engineering
-R PVE with Ramp function
-NP PVE with solenoid disable in Neutral Position
-SP PVE with Spool Position feedback
uC Micro-controller
uCSM Micro-controller State Machine
UDC Power supply Direct Current; also called Vbat for battery voltage
US Steering voltage for the PVE control; also called VS
Literature reference for PVG products
Literature reference
Title Type Order
number
PVG 32 Proportional valve group Technical Information 520L0344
PVG 32 Metric ports Technical Information 11051935
PVED-CC Electro-hydraulic actuator Technical Information 520L0665
PVED-CX Electro-hydraulic actuator Technical Information 11070179
Basic module for PVBZ Technical Information 520L0721
PVSK module with integrated diverter valve and P-disconnect function Technical Information 520L0556
PVPV / PVPM pump side module Technical Information 520L0222
Combination module PVGI Technical Information 520L0405
PVSP/M Priority module Technical Information 520L0291
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Standards for PVE
• International Organization for Standardization ISO 13766 Earth moving machinery - Electromagnetic
compatibility.
• EN 50014:1997 +A1, A2: 1999
• EN 50028: 1987. For ATEX approved PVE
‒ IEC EN 61508
‒ ISO 12100-1 / 14121
‒ EN 13849 (Safety related requirements for control systems)
‒ Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC” (1st Edition December 2009)
PVE with connector variants
Hirschmann/DIN variant Deutsch variant AMP variant
Warnings
Please work through all warnings before implementing actuators in any application. The list of warnings
must not be seen as a full list of potential dangers. Depending on application and use other potential
dangers can occur.
Warnings are listed next to the most relevant section and repeated in a special section at the end of
technical data. See Product warnings for more information.
W Warning
All brands and all types of directional control valves – including proportional valves – can fail and cause
serious damage. It is therefore important to analyze all aspects of the application. Because the
proportional valves are used in many different operation conditions and applications, the machine
builder/ system integrator alone is responsible for making the final selection of the products – and
assuring that all performance, safety and warning requirements of the application are met.
PVE series 4 introduction

PVE Series 4 is the common name for the Danfoss PVG electrical actuator. This technical information
covers our voltage controlled PVE and our current controlled PVHC actuator. For the PVHC please see in
the PVHC sectionl. The digital actuators PVED-CC and PVED-CX are covered in their special technical
information.
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General Information
PVE controlled PVG with PVSK
PVE stands for PVE actuator

The Danofss PVE is built on more than thirty years experience of electrical valve control and is the perfect
fit for our high performance proportional valves PVG 32, PVG 100 and PVG 120, as it is for our EH steering.
All our products are developed in close cooperation with system manufacturers from the mobile
hydraulic market. That is the reason for our high performance in all market segments
The PVE can be controlled from a switch, a joystick, a PLC, a computer or a Danofss PLUS+1® micro-
controller. The PVE is available in multiple variants. A short list here just gives the main variations.
Available PVE variants

Actuation On/Off
Proportional - Closed loop controlled
Proportional - Direct control
Control signal Voltage
PWM
Current (PVHC)
Precision Standard precision
High precision
Super high precision
Feedback Spool position
Direction indicator
Error
None
Connectors Deutsch
AMP
DIN/Hirschmann
Fault detection and reaction Active
Passive
None
Power supply 11 V – 32 V multi-voltage
12 V
24 V
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Overview
The PVG is a sectional spool valve stack with up to 12 individually controlled proportional valves. The PVG
with the PVE can be operated as single valves or several valves in cooperation. The oil flow out of the
work section (A- or B-port) can be controlled by a combination of the following:
• PVE controlling the spool position using pilot oil pressure.

• A handle (PVM) in mechanical interface with the spool.
PVG 32 structural lay-out with naming
Legend:
A – A-port
B – B-port
C – PVS end plate
D – PVB basic module
E – Connector Pin
T – Tank port
P – Work flow
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Functionality
PVG functionality
The PVG valve distributes oil from pump flow to a particular work function in the application via a specific
valve section. This is done by moving the spool (PVBS).
Depending on the choice of components the oil work flow enters the PVG through the PVP (proportional
valve pump side module), a PVSK, a mid inlet or other system interface and enters the PVB (proportional
valve basic module) via the P gallery and leaves through the T gallery.
The PVP/PVSK also supplies the Pilot oil pressure (Pp) for the PVE to activate the spool (PVBS). Special
designed float spools also allow oil flow in both directions between A- and B-port not opening to pump
nor tank.
When looking at the figure you see the valve section from PVP towards PVS with the PVM and PVE
standard mounted. When PVM and PVE are interchanged it’s called option mounted.
Valve section with naming - standard mounted - seen from PVP
P -> A
Pilot oil supply
B port Oil A port

PVE
PVB
PVM
Electronics
Neutral spring
NC Solenoid valve PVBS

LVDT <- Retract towards PVE
Extend away from PVE ->
NO solenoid valve
V310072.A
Oil out of A-port = PVM pushed towards PVB = retract = LVDT moves into PVE.
With the spool in neutral, default position when held by the neutral spring, the connection to the
application via ports is blocked. Moving the PVBS towards the PVE, as in the figure, opens a connection
between P and A and also between B and T. This is done by either pushing the PVM or activating the PVE.
The PVE moves the PVBS by letting Pilot Oil Pressure (Pp) push on the right end of the PVBS and releasing
pressure from the left end. For details on PVG 32 please see PVG 32 Proportional Valve Groups, Technical
Information, 520L0334.
PVE functionality
This section has focus on how the PVE works and interacts. The description here is general and variant
specific descriptions will all refer to this.
The PVE is an electro mechanical device, meaning that functionality is depending on mechanical,
hydraulic, electrical and control conditions given by PVE, PVG, application and vehicle. The result of this is
that implementing operation and safety conditions also must include vehicle specific considerations.
Hydraulic subsystems
The hydraulic subsystem is used for moving the spool and thereby open the valve for work flow.
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Pilot oil diagram
Set point
Electronics Pp
NC1
NC3
Spool
LVDT
NO4
NO2
1.0 [0.039]
Tank
V310073.A
The hydraulic subsystem moves the spool and thereby opens the valve for work flow. The heart in the
hydraulic subsystem is the solenoid valve bridge which controls the Pilot Pressure (Pp) on spool ends. It
consist of four poppet valves, the two upper are normally closed (NC) and the two lower are normally
open (NO).
The Pp will work against the PVBS neutral spring when the spool is moved out of blocked (neutral) and
together with the spring when going in blocked. This combined with a larger opening in the NO than in
the NC will give a faster movement towards blocked than out of blocked.
When the PVE is powered the solenoids are all put in closed state. To move the PVBS to the right NC1 and
NO4 are opened and NC3 and NO4 are kept closed.
The activation of the solenoid valves represents oil consumption and thereby also a pressure drop in the
pilot oil gallery. By simultaneous use of multiple PVE the Pp can fall and result in performance problems.
The two check valves next to the NO are anti-cavitation valves. The orifice to tank reduces tank pressure
spikes and can also be used for ramp function.
W Warning
Obstacles for the Pilot oil pressure (Pp) can have direct influence on spool control. Reduced Pp will limit
spool control. Too high Pp can harm the PVE.
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Functionality
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVEA
Hydraulic variant: PVEA
NO2 and NO4 are replaced with orifices.
W Warning
PVEA is not for use on PVG 100.
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVHC

The PVHC does not work as a PVE and does not have transducer, anti cavitation nor protection against
tank pressure spikes. It is necessary to use the PVHC in combination with 25 bar [362.6 psi] pilot pressure,
and standard FC spools fitted for hydraulic actuation. Because of the 25 bar pilot pressure, it is not
possible to combine PVHC with PVE on a PVG.
Hydraulic subsystem variant: PVHC
With electrical proportional actuation, the main spool position is adjusted so that its position corresponds
to an electrical control signal. The control signal is converted into a hydraulic pressure signal that moves
the main spool in the PVG. This is done by means of two proportional pressure-reducing valves. The
electrical actuator can be controlled either by a current amplifier card, or directly from a programmable
micro-controller.
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Functionality
For more information see these technical informations:

• PVG 32 Proportional Valve Groups 520L0344,
• PVG 100 Proportional Valve Groups 520L0720 and
• PVG 120 Proportional Valve Groups 520L0356.
Mechanical subsystem
The mechanical subsystem gives interface to valve and control system and provides protection to
hydraulic and electrical/electronic subsystem. The LVDT, not used on all variants, gives feed back to
electronics on spool position. The LVDT is calibrated in production and recalibration should only be done
in special cases. The standard PVE has an aluminum block for distributing pilot oil. PVE with anodized
block are available.
The connector gives the electrical interface to power and control system. Danfoss have a variety of
connectors. We know that tradition and the aspects of serviceability are important when our customers
choose. We have chosen the Deutsch connector as our main solution. The quality of wiring has direct
influence on water integrity and signal quality therefore disturbance or changes in cabling can influence
safety and performance.
PVE connectors: Hirschmann/DIN, AMP and Deutsch
Electronic subsystem
The PVE (A/ H/ M/ S/ U) control signal is a low current voltage, a PWM can also be used. The PVEP has
build-in a PWM evaluation and cannot be controlled by proportional voltage. The control signal is
referred to as US.
Function blocks for electronics
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Functionality
The PVE features Closed Loop Control (CLC). This is made possible by on board electronics and an
integrated feedback transducer that measures spool movement. The integrated electronics compensate
for flow forces on the spool, internal leakage, changes in oil viscosity, pilot pressure, etc. This results in
lower hysteresis and better resolution.
In principle the set-point determines the level of pilot pressure which moves the main spool. The position
of the main spool is sensed in the LVDT which generates an electric feed-back signal 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 pilot pressure drives the main spool into the correct
position.
The LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transducer) is an inductive transducer with very high
resolution. When the LVDT is moved by the main spool a voltage is induced proportional to the spool
position. The use of LVDT gives contact-free connection between mechanics and electronics. This means
an extra long lifetime and no limitation as regards the type of hydraulic fluid used.
The PVEO and PVHC do not have embedded control electronics and do not support closed loop control.
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The choice of PVE also decides the level of feedback and safety. PVE are available with fault monitoring,
spool direction indication, spool position feedback and separate float control.
The fault monitoring is available in PVEA/H/S/P/U and is a utilization of the ASIC.
Direction Indication is available in PVEO/A/H and they are dual powered PVE where separate pins give an
active feedback for spool movement.
Spool position is available in PVES and is a precise feedback on a separate pin for actual spool position.
The separate float control is a protection against unintended float activation.
The PVEM, PVEO and PVHC do not have fault monitoring.
Fault monitoring and reaction

The fault monitoring system is available in two versions:
• Active fault monitoring provides a warning signal and deactivates the solenoid valves. A reboot of the
PVE is required to reactivate.
• Passive fault monitoring provides a warning signal only. A reboot is not required.
Both active and passive fault monitoring systems are triggered by the same four main events:
1. Control signal monitoring
The Control signal voltage (US) is continuously monitored. The permissible range is between 15% and
85% of the supply voltage. Outside this range the section will switch into an error state. A
disconnected US pin (floating) is recognized as neutral set point.
2. Transducer supervision
The internal LVDT wires are monitored. If the signals are interrupted or short-circuited, the PVE will
switch into an error state.
3. Supervision of spool position
The actual position must always correspond to the demanded position (US). If the actual spool
position is further out from neutral than the demanded spool position (>12%, PVEA: >25%) or in
opposite direction, the PVE will switch into an error state. With neutral/blocked setpoint the tolerance
is +- 0,5 mm relative the calibrated neutral position. Spool position closer to neutral and in same
direction will not cause an error state. The situation is considered “in control”.
4. Float monitoring
Float must be entered or left within a time limit. On the six pin float PVE too high delay will cause an
error state. The float Time Outs has own thresholds. Only relevant for the six pin PVEH-F.
Active fault reaction is activated after 500 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms).
• The solenoid valve bridge is disabled and the PVBS is released to spring control
• The error pin is powered*
• The LED change color
• The state is memorized and continues until PVE reboot
Passive fault reaction is activated after 250 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms)
• The solenoid valve bridge is NOT disabled and the PVBS is NOT released
• The error pin is powered ( for PVE with direction indication both DI pins goes low by fault.)
• The LED change color
• The state is active for minimum 100 ms and is reset when error disappears
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W Warning
Error pins from more PVEs may not be interconnected. Not activated error pins are connected to ground
and will disable any active signal. Error pins are signal pins and can only supply very limited power
consumption.
To avoid the electronics in undefined state a general supervision of power supply (UDC) and internal clock
frequency is implemented. This function applies to PVEA, PVEH, PVEP, PVES and PVEU independently of
fault monitoring version and PVEM - and will not activate fault monitoring.
The solenoid valves are disabled when:

• the supply voltage exceeds 36 V
• the supply voltage falls below 8.5 V
• the internal clock frequency fails
PVE fault monitoring overview

PVE type Fault monitoring Delay before error Error mode Error output Fault output LED light Memory
out status on PVE 1) (reset
needed)
PVEO No fault - - - - - -
PVEM monitoring
PVHC
PVEA Active 500 ms No fault Low <2V Green -
PVEH (PVEA: 750 ms)
Input signal faults High ∼UDC Flashing red Yes
PVEP
PVES Transducer (LVDT) Constant red
PVEU Close loop fault
Passive 250 ms No fault Low <2V Green -
(PVEA: 750 ms)
Input signal faults High ~UDC Flashing red No
Transducer (LVDT) Constant red
Close loop fault
PVE Active 500 ms Float not active High ~UDC Constant red Yes
Float
750 ms Float still active
six pin
1) Measured between fault output pin and ground.
W Warning
It’s up to the customer to decide on the required degree of safety for the system.
For PVE with direction indication:
• both DI pins go low when error is active.

• when UDC1 is disabled, US is not monitored and defined as 50%.
Spool position feedback (-SP)

The –SP functionality is a 0,5 V to 4,5 V feedback, inverted in direction relative to US with 2,5 V as neutral
value.
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Spool position feedback (-SP)
Us Usp
75% UDC Us 4.5V
Usp
50% UDC 2.5V
25% UDC Us Usp

0.5V
Spool travel 7 mm 0 mm 7 mm Spool travel
100% Neutral 100%
A port B port
Direction indication feedback (-DI)

PVE with build in indication for spool movement direction are available.
The PVE–DI has dual power supply. UDC1 only supplies solenoid valves. UDC2 supplies electronics and feed
back. The PVE does not work without UDC2. DI-A and DI-B are relative standard mounting. The input
signal fault monitoring is disabled if UDC1 is disabled. DI-A and DI-B are relative standard mounting.
The DI has two direction feeedback signals with output high (close to UDC) when the spool is in neutral
position. If the spool moves out of neutral position, the direction signal switches to low (< 0.2 V). One of
the signals goes low by spool ~0,8 mm out of neutral and high by spool within 0,4 mm out of neutral.
Both direction indication signals go low when the error indicator goes high.
Direction indication feedback
DI-A high
DI-A low
DI-B high
DI-B low
Spool position ‘x’
A-port -0.8 -0.4 0 0.4 0.8 B-port mm [in]
PVBS towards PVE PVBS away from PVE
As shown in the figure, both “DI-A” and “DI-B” signals are “High” when the spool is in neutral position.
When the spool is moving in the A direction, the “DI-A” signal goes “Low” and the “DI-B” signal stays
“High”. The reverse is true when the spool is moved in the B direction.
Values for both Direction Indicators, pin A and pin B

Transition to low from high 0.8 ± 1 mm [0.031 in]
Transition to high from low 0.4 ± 1 mm [0.015 in]
Transition to low both pins error pin goes high
Maximum load of “DI-A” , “DI-B” 50 mA
Voltage DI high by load 20 mA > UDC – 1.5 V
Voltage DI high by load 50 mA > UDC – 2.0 V
Voltage DI low < 0.2 V
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Solenoid disabling function (-NP)

PVEH-NP and PVEA-NP have a build in feature that disables the solenoids by US at 50% and gives a
feedback on the solenoid status. This is done to facilitate application monitoring. The fault monitoring is
still activated but the closed loop will remain passive until the control signal shifts.
US disable range 48 % UDC to 52 % UDC
Solenoid disable reaction time From active to passive 750 ms <-> 1000 ms
From passive to active 0 ms <-> 50 ms
Solenoid feedback signal Maximum load 50 mA
Voltage if solenoid active by load 20 > UDC – 1.5 V
mA
Voltage if solenoid active by load 50 > UDC – 2.0 V
mA
Voltage if solenoid passive <1V
PVEH-F (six pin) has also the disable function but not the feedback. Our general recommendation is
disabling of PVE that are not in active use.
Solenoid disabling function (-NP) curves

UDC
Sfb
US
Ground
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Building in safety
All brands and all types of control valves (incl. proportional valves) can fail. Thus the necessary protection
against the serious consequences of function failure should always be built into the system. For each
application an assessment should be made for the consequences of pressure failure and uncontrolled or
blocked movements.
To determine the degree of protection that is required to be built into the application, system tools such
an FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and Hazard and Risk Analysis can be used.
FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) IEC EN 61508

FMEA is a tool used for analyzing potential risks. This analytical technique is utilized to define, identify,
and prioritize the elimination or reduction of known and/or potential failures from a given system before
it is released for production. Please refer to IEC FMEA Standard 61508.
Hazard and risk analysis ISO 12100-1 / 14121

This analysis is a tool used in new applications as it will indicate whether there are special safety
considerations to be meet according to the machine directives EN 13849. Dependent on the determined
levels conformety this analysis will detirmine if any extra requirements for the product design,
development process, production process or maintenance, i.e. the complete product life cycle.
W Warning
assuring that all performance, safety and Warning requirements of the application are met.

Example of a control system for manlift using PVE Fault monitoring input signals and signals from
external sensors to ensure the PLUS+1® main controllers correct function of the manlift.
W Warning
It is the responsibilty of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
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A Main power supply

B Emergency stop/man present switch
C HMI/Joystick control
D Movement detection sensors
E Main controller
F PVG 32 control valve
G Hydraulic deactivation
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Electrical block diagram for above illustration
Main power supply Emergency stop and Motion detection sensor

(battery) Man present switch
Supply Main control valve

Main controller
Neutral Supply Signal
PVE
HMI / Joystick Detection Control Conditioning
Joystick
neutral switch
Signal Fault
Monitoring
Control
Signal Conditioning PVE fault output
Failure
Detection Hydraulic deactivation
P301 317

Example of a typical wiring block diagram using PVEH with neutral power off switch and fault monitoring
output for hydraulic deactivation.
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stop switch
A

1) with AMP
C signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
B Error

1) with AMP
C signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
B Error
E1 E2
2) Alarm
logic
Output
OR
3) Memory
high=on
AND
low=off
Hydraulic
Fault detection output D deactivation
P301 318
A– Emergency stop / man present switch

B– PVE Faultmonitoring signals
C– Neutral signal detection.
D– Hydraulic deactivation
hydraulic system.
W Warning
It is the responsebilty of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
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Example of fault monitoring

Similar to previous example using fault monitoring for deactivation of the hydraulic system with extra
fault inputs using the PVE’s with DI (Direction Indication) function.
Example of fault monitoring for deactivation of the hydraulic system
Stop switch
PVE 1 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH-DI

1) AMP supply
signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
Error
PVEH-DI
AMP connector
2) Fault detection DI-A
DI-B 3) 4) DI-B
DI-A DI Output Delay Memory
US Logic Error
PVE 2 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH-DI

1) AMP supply
signal connector
OFF US
≠ Delay
neutral UDC2
Error
PVEH-DI
AMP connector
Fault detection DI-A
2)
DI-B 3) 4)
DI-A DI Output Delay Memory
US Logic Error
OR
AND
high=on
low=off
Hydraulic
Fault detection output deactivation
P301 319
hydraulic system.
W Warning
It is the equipment manufacturers responsibility to ensure that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in conformity with the relevant machine directives.
Other non-electrical modules which can be used in connection with hydraulic deactivation at different
levels.
PVG 32 – mainly used in system with fixed displacement pumps
• PVSK, commonly used in crane application - full flow dump

• PVPE, full flow dump for the PVG 120
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PVG100 – Alternative LS dump or pilot supply disconnect
• PVPP, pilot oil supply shut off

• External cartridge valve connecting main Pressure to Tank
PVG120 – Pump disconnect/block for variable pumps
• PVPX, LS dump to tank
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PVE control
PVE control by voltage

• The PVE is controlled with a low current voltage signal.
• The spool stroke is proportional to the control voltage (US).
• The power is supplied via the supply wire (UBAT or UDC).
• The ratio US/UDC defines the actuation. For PVEU a defined voltage.
• A not connected US pin (floating) is recognized as US = ½ UDC.
PVE characteristic – control by voltage
PVEP
control range
PVEU
2.5V 5V 7.5V fixed
Values for standard mounted PVE (PVEA/M/H/S)

Function Signal voltage (US)
Neutral US = 0.5 • UDC
Q: P → A US = (0.5 → 0.25) • UDC
Q: P → B US = (0.5 → 0.75) • UDC
PLUS+1® compliance
PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEO, PVEP and PVED can be controlled by PLUS+1.
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PVE control
The UDC has a capacitance of 2,2 uF which can give problems with some micro-controller power supply.
Danfoss has designed a special resistance supply and control cable to eliminate this problem.
W Warning
PVEM is not PLUS+1 compliant.
ATEX PVE
The Danfoss PVE ATEX portfolio has the same monitoring and control characteristics as the equivalent
standard PVE.
PVEU–PVE with fixed control signal range

The PVEU (PVE 0-10V) is designed for PLC/ microcontroller(uC) control hence the U. The control signal US
is fixed 0 V to 10 V independent of supply voltage UDC.
Signal voltage - PVEU

Function Signal voltage PVEU
Neutral 5V
Q: P → A 5 V → 2,5 V
Q: P → B 5 V → 7,5 V
PVE controlled with PWM signal

The standard PVE, PVEA/M/H/S, can also be controlled by a pulse with modulated PWM signal.
The V1 and V2 for PWM must be symmetrically located around UDC2 and V1≤ UDC.
Duty cycles for PVEA/PVEM/PVEH/PVES/PVEU

Function Duty cycle (dc) for PVEA/PVEM/PVEH/PVES/PVEU
Neutral 50% dc
Q: P → A 50% dc → 25% dc
Q: P → B 50% dc → 75% dc
Recommended PWM frequency for PVE

PVE type PWM frequency
PVEM > 200 Hz
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Recommended PWM frequency for PVE (continued)

PVE type PWM frequency
PVEA/H/S/U > 1 kHz
W Warning
The PWM is not evaluated by the PVE so variance/failure in period (T) will not be detected.
PVEP
The PVEP is designed for PWM control signals only.
PVEP schematic and characteristic
Spool travel
- Driver
A mm [in]
Proportional control range
7.5 B
[0.3]
Sense
UsA
Position
Set point
to PWM
- Driver
B
UsB
Sense
-7.5
[-0.3] A
10% 80%
PWM ratio
- +
11 - 32 V
PVE
V310137.B
W Warning
It is important that the power supply (UDC) is connected before the PWM signal.
PWM signals are low power voltage signals; hence no current drivers are needed.
PWM frequency can be chosen between 100 to 1000 Hz.
Current control is not possible with PVEP. The PVEP can also be connected to a control signal like used for
PVHC.
The PVEP performs a true time difference measurement on the PWM input, thus there is no filtering or
conversion involved.
PVEP signals
Duty cycle A-signal Duty cycle B-signal Function Error Pin output
(pin 1) (pin 2) (pin 3)
0% 0% Neutral Low
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PVE control
PVEP signals (continued)

Duty cycle A-signal Duty cycle B-signal Function Error Pin output
(pin 1) (pin 2) (pin 3)
10% 0%
0% 10%
≥ 10% ≥ 10% Fault (Error) High
< 10% 10 → 80% B-port flow Low
10 → 80% < 10% A-port flow Low
A > 86% B > 86% Fault (Error) High
PVEO
PVE ON/OFF activation

The PVEO has two independent powered sets of solenoids. By powering a set of pins the actuator is
activated. By standard mounted PVE the A set gives full flow on A port and B gives on B port. Both
directions activated at same time will keep the spool in neutral.
PVEO schematic and characteristic
W Warning
The PVEO is designed to have UDC=12 V or UDC=24 V.
The solenoids might be activated by voltage down to 6 V.
PVE for float spool

Danfoss has developed two PVE variants to support the float spool. The float spool is a 4/4 spool, where
as the standard is a 4/3 spool giving another characteristic and maximum stroke. These variations are
covered by the built-in electronics. PVE for float spools are not designed for standard 4/3 spools.
There are two variants of float spool PVBS.

• Float A – 0,8 mm dead band, max flow at 5,5 mm. Float at A = 8 mm, from 6,2 mm partial float.
(PVEH-F with six pin connector gives protection against entering float by using low Us. The float
signal has priority to the Us in the PVEH-F six pin.)
• Float B – 1,5 mm dead band, max flow at 4,8 mm. Float at B = 8 mm, from 6 mm partial float.
(PVEM-F and PVEH-F with four pin connectors give no built-in protection against entering float.)
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Variants of the float spool PVBS

Float PVE PVBS Progressive control Float control
A PVEH-F (6 pin) Dead band 0.8 mm US: 25% -> 75% UDC UDC to float pin
Max float at 5.5 mm Has priority
B PVEH-F (4 pin) Dead band 1.5 mm US: 35% -> 65% UDC US= 75% UDC
Max float at 4.8 mm
PVE characteristic – Float A
Proportional Proportional
Float port A Control port A Control port B
Float = Udc
PVBS maximum float is 5.5 mm [0.22 in].

PVE has six pins.
Float when special pin powered at UDC.
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PVE control
PVE characteristic – Float B
PVBS maximum float is 4.8 mm [0.19 in].

PVE has four pins.
Float at US /UDC = 0.75
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PVHC control
PVHC characteristic
Spool stroke, mm
5
Ideal curve
4
3
Hysteresis
Current in mA
0
800
200
800
400
600
400
200
600
1200
1000
1400
1200
1000
1400
1600
1600
@ 12V
600
@ 24V
400
200
300
500
400
100
100
200
300
700
600
700
500
800
800
500/1000 mA 280/560 mA 280/560 mA 500/1000 mA V310 000.A
PVHC current response and hysteresis @ 25 bar Pp, 21 ctS, 25 °C. The PVHC control is done by dual Pulse
Width Modulated (PVM) high current supply 100-400 Hz PWM control signals.
The PVHC does not have fault monitoring and internal closed loop control of the spool.
The PVHC has high hysteresis. The hysteresis is affected by viscosity, friction, flow forces, dither frequency
and modulation frequency.
The spool position will shift when conditions are changed e.g. temperature change.
For PVG controlled by PVHC hysteresis is influenced by lever (PVM).
PVE hysteresis
The controllability of the PVE depends on the solenoid valve bridge and the electronic capacity of the
module. Hysteresis is a measurement on spool position precision and repeatability. Hysteresis is not a
description of position maintaining.
PVES Series 4 PVEA Series 4 PVEH Series 4
PVES voltage, position diagram PVEA voltage, position diagram PVEH voltage, position diagram
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PVE control
PVES Series 4 PVEA Series 4 PVEH Series 4
The PVES has an ASIC closed loop The PVEA has an ASIC closed loop The PVEH has an ASIC closed
circuit and the NC-S solenoids. circuit, standard NC solenoids loop circuit and the standard NC
and orifice instead of NO solenoids.
solenoids.
C Caution
PVE hysteresis overview

PVE S A H M
Maximum 2% 6% 6% 35 %
Typical <½ % 2% 4% 25 %
• PVEP has the PVES characteristic.

• PVEU is available with both standard PVEH and super fine PVES characteristic.
• PVHC has hysteresis like PVEM at fixed temperature and viscosity. (For PVHC temperature and
viscosity shifts control signal effect.)
Example of PVE use

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 m [3.3 yards] and the lead cross-section is min. 0.75 mm2
[AWG 18].
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PVE control
25 pin SUB-D connector with M3 screws (MIL-DTL-24308)
3, 15, 16
1, 2, 14
Pin no.
19
20
21
10
22
8
7
6 Push/Dir.sw.3A
Push/Dir.sw.4A
Push/Dir.sw.3B
Push/Dir.sw.4B
Function
U- (GND)
Neut.sw.
Prop 1
Prop 2
U DC
U+
US1 US2 P3A P3B P4A P4B - + + U+ U-
F
PVEH/A/S 2
3
1
PVEM NC 2
3
1
NC
PVEO 2
3
1
E
2
3
- +
UDC
V310116.A
E – Emergency stop
F – Signal output, fault monitoring
NC – Not connected
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Technical Data
PVE operating parameters

Declaration of conformity
The PVEA/H/P/S/U have CE marking according to the EU directive EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. The
declarations are available at Danfoss.
The PVEO/M and PVHC are not subject to this directive.
W Warning
The PVE is designed for use with pilot oil supply. Use without oil supply can harm the system. The PVE is
designed for use with pilot pressure range 10 to 15 bar [145 to 220 psi]. Intermittent pressure peaks up to
50 bar [725 psi] can be accepted. Intermittent is no longer than 5 seconds and not more than once per
minute.
The technical data are from typical test results. For the hydraulic system mineral based hydraulic oil with
a viscosity of 21 mm2/s [102 SUS] and a temperature of 50 °C [122 °F] was used.
Oil consumption
Function Supply PVEA PVEH/ M/ O/ U–PVHC PVEP /S / U
voltage prop. high prop. super
Pilot oil flow neutral* OFF 0 l/min 0 l/min 3 l/min
for PVE [0 US gal/min] [0 US gal/min] [0.106 US gal/min]
locked* ON 0.4 l/min 0.1 l/min 0.1 l/min
[0.106 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min]
continuous 1.0 l/min 0.7 l/min 0.8 l/min
actuations* [0.264 US gal/min] [0.185 US gal/min] [0.211 US gal/min]
* 12 bar [174 psi] and 21 mm2/s [102 SUS]
Oil viscosity
Oil viscosity range 12 → 75 mm2/s [65 ÷ 347 SUS]
min. 4 mm2/s [39 SUS]
max. 460 mm2/s [2128 SUS]
Oil temperature
Oil temperature range 30 → 60˚C [86 ÷ 140˚F]
min. -30˚C [-22˚F]
max. 90˚C [194 ˚F]
Pilot pressure
Pilot pressure PVE PVHC
(relative to T pressure) (over tank)*
nom. 13.5 bar [196 psi] 25 bar [363 psi]
min. 10.0 bar [145 psi] 21 bar [305 psi]
max. 10.0 bar [217 psi] 25 bar [363 psi]
* Designed to be used with hydraulic activated spools.
Operating temperature
Min Max
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Technical Data
Operating temperature (continued)

Ambient -30˚C [-22˚F] 60˚C [140˚F]
Stock -40˚C [-40˚F] 90˚C [194˚F]
Recommended long time storage in packaging 10˚C [50˚F] 30˚C [86˚F]
Filtering in the hydraulic system

Required operating cleanliness level 18/16/13 (ISO 4406, 1999 version)
For further information see Danfoss documentation Hydraulic Fluids and Lubricants, Technical Information
520L0463.
Enclosure and connector versions

Version of connector Hirschmann connector AMP JPT connector Deutsch connector
Grade of enclosure* IP 65 IP 66 IP 67
* According to the international standard IEC 529 NB: In particulary exposed applications, protection in
the form of screening is recommended.
PVP modules, Pilot pressure curves
157-520.11
PVHC control specification
PVHC control specification

Supply voltage UDC 12 VDC 24 VDC
Controller output current 0 – 1500 mA 0 – 750 mA
Pilot pressure 20 – 25 bar [290-363 psi]
Resistance 4.75 Ω ± 5% 20.8 Ω ± 5%
Response time 150 – 200 ms
PWM frequency 100 → 400 Hz
PVHC reaction time

From neutral position to max. spool travel at power on max. 0.235s
rated 0.180s
min. 0.120s
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Technical Data
PVHC reaction time (continued)

From max. spool travel to neutral position at power off max. 0.175s
rated 0.090s
min. 0.065s
PVEO and PVEM control specification
PVEO and PVEM control specification

Supply voltage UDC rated 12 VDC 24 VDC
range 11 → 15 V 22 → 30 V
max. ripple 5%
Current consumption typical 740 mA 365 mA
minimum 550 mA 290 mA
maximum 820 mA 420 mA
Current via DI maximum 100 mA
PVEO and PVEM reaction time

Reaction time in seconds PVEO PVEO-R PVEM
From neutral position to max. spool travel at max. 0.235s 0.410s 0.700s
power on
rated 0.180s 0.350s 0.450s
min. 0.120s 0.250s 0.230s
From max. spool travel to neutral position at max. 0.175s 0.330s 0.175s
power off
rated 0.090s 0.270s 0.090s
min. 0.065s 0.250s 0.065s
From neutral position to max. spool travel by max. – 0.550s
constant power
min. 0.210s
From max. spool travel to neutral position by max. 0.150s
constant power
min. 0.040s
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU control specification
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU control specification

Supply voltage UDC rated 11 → 32 V
max. ripple 5%
Current consumption at rated voltage 0.57 (33) A @ 12 V
0.3 (17) A @ 24 V
Signal voltage neutral 0.5 x UDC (PVEU 5V)
A-port ↔ B-port 0.25 → 75 • UDC
Signal current at rated voltage 0.25 → 70 mA
Input impedance in relation to 0.5 • UDC 12 kΩ
Power consumption 7 (3.5) W
Error pin max current 100 mA
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Technical Data
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU reaction time in sec. (minus PVG 120)
Supply voltage Function PVEA PVEH, PVEP,
Prop. fine PVES, PVEU
Disconnected by Reaction time from neutral position max. 0.500 0.230
means of neutral to max. spool travel
rated 0.320 0.150
switch
min. 0.250 0.120
Reaction time from max. spool travel to max. 0.550 0.175
neutral position
rated 0.400 0.090
min. 0.300 0.065
Constant voltage Reaction time from neutral position max. 0.500 0.200
to max. spool travel
rated 0.320 0.120
min. 0.250 0.050
Reaction time from max. spool travel to max. 0.250 0.100
neutral position
rated 0.200 0.090
min. 0.150 0.065
PVEP control specification
PVEP control specification

Supply voltage UDC range 11 → 32 V
max. ripple 5%
over voltage (max. 5 min) 36 V
PWM control range (duty cycle) 10 → 80%
PWM frequency 100 → 1000 Hz
PWM input voltage swing 0 → UDC
PWM Trigger point 70% of UDC
Input impedance (standard pull down) 5 kΩ
Input capacitor ---
Power consumption 7W
Error voltage: Fault UDC
No Fault <2V
All connector terminals are short-circuit protected, protected against reverse connection and their
combinations. Connecting error pins from two or more PVE’s will cause the surveillance system to
malfunction.
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Technical Data
PVE dimensions for PVG 32 and PVG 100

PVE with Hirschmann connector
PVE with AMP connector
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Technical Data
PVE with Deutsch connector
PVHC with Deutsch connector PVHC with AMP connector

92.2 [3.63] 92.2 [3.63]
44.5 [1.75]
44.5 [1.75]
100.5 [3.96]
90.1 [3.55]
V310 388 V310 387
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Technical Data
PVE dimensions for PVG 120

PVE with AMP connector for PVG 120
117.8 [4.638]
115.5 [4.55]
65 [2.56] 120 [4.72]
V310320A
PVE with Deutsch connector for PVG 120

125.7 [4.949]
115.5 [4.55]
65 [2.56] 120 [4.72]
V310380A
Please notice that connector needs extra space for mounting.
PVHC with Deutsch connector for PVG 120

115.5 [4.55]
65 [2.56] 114.5 [4.508]
V310378A
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Technical Data
PVG 120 and PVG 32 combo with Deutsch connector
195.6 [7.70]
[1.97]
50.1
36.3 [1.43]
362 [14.25]
V310 383
PVEO pinout
PVEO with direction indication (DI) connection

Connector 1 A UDC B UDC Gnd Gnd
AMP (grey) p1 p2 p3 p4
Connector 2 DI-B DI-A Gnd UDC2

AMP (black) p1 p2 p3 p4
PVEO standard connection

Connector A B
AMP/Hirschmann/DIN pin 1 pin 2
Deutsch pin 1 pin 4
Function A (pin 1) B (pin 2)

Neutral 0 0
Q: P → A UDC 0
Q: P → B 0 UDC
All PVEO Connections

Connector A B
AMP/Hirschmann/DIN pin 1 pin 2
Deutsch pin 1 pin 4
• Ground pins are internally connected.

• Pin 3 is not connected on Hirschmann/DIN version of PVEO.
• UDC2 supplies electronics for feedback signal on PVEO-DI.
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Technical Data
PVEO connection
AMP version of PVEO–DI AMP version of PVEO/PVEO–R
PVEO-DI
LED
U DC DI-B
Pin no.
U DC 1 DI-A
2
3
4
U DC2
Grey connector Black connector
P301 104
Hirschmann/DIN version of PVEO / PVEO–R Deutsch version of PVEO
PVEO/PVEO-R
3
U DC
U DC
2
157-502.11
PVE standard connection data / pinout
PVEA /PVEH / PVEM / PVES / PVEU connection (also with float B, 4–pin)
Connector US UDC Gnd Error
AMP pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 pin 4
Hirschmann/DIN pin 2 pin 1 gnd pin 3
Deutsch pin 1 pin 4 pin 3 pin 2
On PVEM the error pin is not used and not connected (pin 3 Hirschmann/DIN). Ground pins are internally
connected.
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEA / PVEH / PVEM / PVES

Function Voltage relative PWM
Neutral 0,5 • UDC 50%
Q: P → A 0,5 → 0,25 • UDC 50% → 25%
Q: P → B 0,5 → 0,75 • UDC 50% → 75%
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEU

Function PVEU
Neutral 5V
Q: P → A 5 V → 2,5 V
Q: P → B 5 V → 7,5 V
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Technical Data
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEH /PVEM float B, 4–pin version
Q: P → A 0,5 → 0,34 • UDC 50% → 34%
Q: P → B 0,5 → 0,65 • UDC 50% → 65%
Float 0,75 • UDC 75%
PVEM is not PLUS+1® compliant.
PVE standard connections
AMP version
Hirschmann/DIN
Used for PVEH/PVEM/PVES/PVEH float B/PVEM float

Used for PVEA/PVEH/PVES/PVEU. B.
Deutsch version
LED
Used for PVEA/PVEH/PVES/PVEU/PVEH float B.
Standard PVE with DI
Connection PVE with direction indication (DI)

Connector 1 US UDC1 Gnd Error
AMP (grey) p1 p2 p3 p4
Deutsch p1 p4 p3 p2
Connector 2 DI-B DI-A Gnd UDC2

AMP (black) p1 p2 p3 p4
Deutsch p4 p3 p2 p1
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Technical Data
• Ground pins are internally connected.

• UDC2 only supplies electronics for feedback signal and error pin on PVEA-DI / PVEH-DI. Two separate
power sources can be used.
AMP version: PVEA–DI/PVEH–DI Deutsch version: PVEA–DI/PVEH–DI
PVEA-DI/PVEH-DI PVEA-DI/PVEH-DI
LED
US DI-B
Pin no. LED
U DC1 1
2
DI-A
3
4
Error U DC2 Error
Grey connector Black connector 2 3 2 3 DI-A
US 1 4 1 4 DI-B
UDC UDC2
P301 105
Standard PVE with SP

Connection PVE with Spool Position (SP)
Connector US Error SP Gnd UDC

Deutsch p1 p2 p4 p5 p6
Deutsch version: PVES–SP
PVES-SP
LED
Not Spool position

connected
3 4
Error 2 5
1 6
Us UDC
Standard PVE with NP
Connection PVE with Neutral Power off (NP)

Connector US Error Sfb Gnd UDC
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEA–DI/ PVEH–DI, PVES-SP, PVEA-NP, PVEH-NP
Function US PWM
Q: P → A 0,5 → 0,25 • UDC 50% → 25%
Q: P → B 0,5 → 0,75 • UDC 50% → 75%
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Technical Data
Deutsch version: PVES–NP
PVES-SP
LED
Not Sfb
connected 3 4
Error 2 5
1 6
Us
UDC
PVHC connection
• 100-400 Hz PWM control signals.

• Each connector controls one direction and must have UDC and ground
• No constraints on pin for UDC and ground.
Input control
Parameter Control range
12 V 24 V
Controller output current range 0 - 1500 mA 0 - 750 mA
PVHC with AMP version PVHC with Deutsch version
5.7 5.7 5.7 5.7

[0.224] [0.224] [0.224] 44.4 [1.748] [0.224]
44.4 [1.748]
33.0 [1.299]
33.0 [1.299]
26.75
[1.053]
26.75
[1.053]
74.0 92.25
[2.913] [3.631]
74.0 92.25
[2.913] [3.631]
16.5 5.75
[0.650] [0.226]
P301 124
16.5 5.75
[0.650] [0.226]
P301 123
PVE with separate float pin
PVEH with float A, 6–pin connection

Connector US UDC Float Ground Error
AMP pin 1 pin 2 pin 5 pin 3 pin 4
Deutsch pin 1 pin 6 pin 3 pin 5 pin 2
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Technical Data
AMP with separate float pin Deutsch version with separate float pin
PVEH-F
LED LED
Not con- No con-

nected Float nection
3 4
Error 2 5
Float 1 6
Error Us UDC
157-779
PVEP with controled PWM
PVEP connection
Connector PWM A Error PWM B Gnd UDC
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEP

Neutral < 10% < 10%
Q: P → A 10% → 80% < 10%
Q: P → B < 10% 10% → 80%
Deutsch version with PVEP
LED
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PVE warnings
PVE warnings
W Warning
Not applying to the Operational Conditions can compromise safety.
assuring that all performance, safety and Warning requirements of the application are met.
A PVG with PVE can only perform according to description if conditions in this Technical Information are
met.
In particularly exposed applications, protection in the form of a shield is recommended.
When the PVE is in fault mode the quality of performance and validity of feedback is limited depending
on the fault type.
Error pins from more PVEs may not be connected. Inactive error pins are connected to ground and will
disable any active signal. Error pins are signal pins and can only supply very limited power consumption.
Deviation from recommended torque when mounting parts can harm performance and module.
Adjustment of the position transducer (LVDT) will influence calibration, and thereby also safety and
performance.
When replacing the PVE, the electrical and the hydraulic systems must be turned off and the oil pressure
released.
Hydraulic oil can cause both environmental damage and personal injury.
Module replacement can introduce contamination and errors to the system. It is important to keep the
work area clean and components should be handled with care.
After replacement of modules or cables wiring quality must be verified by a performance test.
By actuation at voltage below nominal PVG will have reduced performance.
The PVE is not designed for use with voltage outside nominal.
Obstacles for the Pilot oil can have direct influence on spool control.
Reduced pilot oil pressure will limit spool control.
Too high pilot oil pressure can harm the PVE.
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PVE code numbers
PVE code numbers for PVG 32 and PVG 100 use
Deutsch connector code numbers

Feature S std. float A float B DI NP SP Fast-no ramp
memory
Connector 1x4 1x6 1x4 2x4 1x6 1x6 1x4

PVEA* active – 157B4792 157B4796 11105542
passive 11107365
PVEH active 157B4092 157B4398 157B4096 11105543
passive 157B4093 157B4392
PVES active S 157B4892 157B4894
passive S 11089276 11108994
PVEP active S 11034832∗
PVEU passive S 11089090
PVEO 12V – 157B4291 11109080
24V 157B4292 11109092
S = super fine hysteresis, 1x4 = one plug four pins, * 1x6 = one plug six pins
AMP connector code numbers

Feature S std. float A DI anodized ramp-ano ramp
Connector 1x4 1x6 2x4 1x4 1x4 1x4

PVEA* active – 157B4734 157B4736
passive 157B4735 157B4737 157B4775
PVEH active 157B4034 157B4338 157B4036 157B4074
passive 157B4035 157B4037 157B4075
PVES active S 157B4834
passive S 157B4835 157B4865
PVEU active S 11089091
active – 157B4044
passive 157B4045
PVEO 12V 157B4901 157B4905 157B4903
24V 157B4902 157B4906 157B4272 157B4274 157B4904
S = super fine hysteresis, 1x4 = one plug four pins, * 1x6 = one plug six pins
W Warning
Hirschmann/DIN connector code numbers

Feature S std. float B anodized ramp
Connector 1x4 1x4 1x4 1x4

PVEH active 157B4032 157B4332
passive 157B4033 157B4073
PVES active S 157B4832
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PVE code numbers
Hirschmann/DIN connector code numbers (continued)

Feature S std. float B anodized ramp
Connector 1x4 1x4 1x4 1x4

passive S 157B4833
PVEM 12 V 157B4116 157B4416 157B4516
24 V 157B4128 157B4428 157B4528
PVEO 12 V 157B4216 157B4266 157B4217
24 V 157B4228 157B4268 157B4229
S = super fine hysteresis, 1x4 = one plug four pins
ATEX (24 V) connector code numbers

Cable type S PFOP PFOP PFOP, BFOU
cable dir PVB
Flying wire 5m 10 m 5m 5m
PVEH passive 11084101 11084109 11084092 11084098
PVES S 11084102 11084110 11084093 11084099
PVEO 11084100 11084108 11084051 11084097
S = super fine hysteresis,
AMP/Deutsch code numbers for PVHC

Connector Code Number
PVHC 12 V 11112037
AMP
24 V 11112036
PVHC 12 V 11112038
Deutsch
24 V 11112039
PVE code numbers for use on PVG 120
AMP code numbers

Feature anodized
Connector 1x4 = one plug x four pins

PVEH active 155G4094
passive 155G4095
PVEO 12 V 155G4282
24 V 155G4284
Hirschmann/DIN code numbers

Feature anodized

PVEH active 155G4092
passive 155G4093
PVES passive 11111210
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PVE code numbers
Hirschmann/DIN code numbers (continued)

Feature anodized

PVEO 12 V 155G4272
24 V 155G4274
Deutsch code numbers

Feature anodized

PVEH passive 11111206
PVES passive 11111207
PVEO 12 V 11110601
24 V 11110652
PVHC 12 V 11110597
24 V 11110598
ATEX (24 V) connector code numbers

Cable type PFOP PFOP PFOP, BFOU
cable dir PVB
Flying wire 5m 10 m 5m 5m
PVEH passive 11084104 11084112 11084096 11084107
PVEO 11084103 11084111 11084095 11084106
PVE accessories
Connector code numbers

Code number Description
157B4992 AMP CONNECTING KIT 4 pin with housing, contact and wire sealing
(GREY)
157B4993 AMP CONNECTING KIT 4 pin with housing, contact and wire sealing
(BLACK)
984L3165 EL-PLUG, ON-OFF black Hirschmann DIN connector set*
Set of seals code numbers

Code number Description Actuator
157B4997 Set of seals PVE for PVG 32/ PVG 100
155G8519 PVE for PVG 120 (also interface plate/PVB for PVHC)
11061235 PVHC for PVG 32/ PVG 100
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PVE code numbers
Cables code numbers

Feature Wire colors Length Code number
Connector pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 pin 4 pin 5 pin 6

Deutsch 4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 11007498
4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 11099720 *24V
6 pin white blue yellow red black green 4m 11007513
AMP 4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 157B4994
4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 11099719 *24V
6 pin white red black yellow green blue 5m 157B4974
AMP/black coding 4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 157B4995 **-DI
Cables are with oil resistant coating.

* 24 V Special cable for use with PLUS+1® micro-controller in 24 V systems.
** -DI additional cable for PVE with direction indication.
Connector code numbers at other suppliers
Connector part numbers for purchase at other suppliers

Connector House wire sealing JPT contact sealing mat between
(blue) (loose piece) male-female part
Deutsch female 4 pin DT06-4S — — —
6 pin DT06-6S
AMP female/grey 4 pin 2-967059-1 828904-1 929930-1 963208-1
6 pin 2-963212-1 — 963205-1
AMP female/black 4 pin 1-967059-1 —
AMP crim tool 169400-1
AMP die set for crimp tool 734253-0
These connector code numbers are not Danfoss numbers.
PVED code numbers for use on PVG 32 and PVG 100
Cables code numbers for PVED-CC

Feature Wire colors Description Code
number
Connector pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 pin 4
Deutsch 4 pin white blue yellow red 4 m cable 11007498
AMP 4 pin white blue yellow red 4 m cable 157B4994
AMP/black 4 pin white blue yellow red 4 m cable 157B4995
Cables code numbers for PVED-CC (continued)

Feature Description Code number
Connector
Service tool interface cable/ AMP 4 m cable 157B4977
AMP 0.1m loop cable 157B4987
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PVE code numbers
Cables code numbers for PVED-CC (continued) (continued)

Feature Description Code number
Connector
AMP/black Terminator 157B4988
Deutsch 0.1m loop cable 11007531
Deutsch Terminator 11007561
Deutsch Terminator dummy 11007563
CAN Interface
10104136 CG 150 CAN USB interface
Connector 2x4 = two plugs x four pins

Deutsch SW 2.68 11079033
AMP SW 2.68 11079034
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Proportional Valve Group

Revision History Table of Revisions

Date Changed Rev

Feb 2014 Spec. sheet update HE

Jan 2014 Converted to Danfoss layout – DITA CMS HD

Feb 2006 - Aug 2013 Various changes BA - HC

Jan 2005 New Edition AA

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• Load-independent flow control:

PVP, pump side modules

• Built-in pressure relief valve

‒ Open center version for systems with fixed displacement pumps

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PVB, basic modules

‒ Integrated pressure compensator in channel P

• Electrical actuator (11 - 32 V ===):

‒ PVES – proportional, Super

Remote control units

• Electrical remote control units:

‒ PVRE, PVRET ‒ JS1000 Ball grip

• Hydraulic remote control unit: PVRHH

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Electrical and hydraulic remote control units

155N0003 155N0001 155N0004 155N0005 155N0002

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PVG 32 sectional drawing

1 – Pressure relief valve 11 – Main spool

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Load sensing for variable displ. pump supply

Suction / case drain /

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FMEA – IEC EN 61508

Hazard and Risk Analysis ISO 12100-1 / 14121

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Control system example

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Electrical block diagram for above illustration

Main power supply Emergency stop and Motion detection sensor

Supply Main control valve

Typical wiring block diagram example

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Typical wiring block diagram example

PVE 1 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH

PVE 2 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH

A– Emergency stop / man present switch

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PVG32 – Mainly used in system with fixed displacement pumps

• PVSK, commonly used in crane application - full flow dump

PVG100 – Alternative LS dump or pilot supply disconnect

• PVPP, pilot oil supply shut off

PVG120 – Pump disconnect/block for variable pumps

• PVPE, full flow dump for the PVG 120

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Load sensing controls

Typical operating curve Load sensing circuit

Load sensing system characteristics:

• Variable pressure and flow

Remote pressure compensated controls