SystemStak™ Valves
ISO 4401 Size 03
Build a Compact,
Cost-Effective, Reliable
Hydraulic System with Eaton
SystemStakTM Valves
Reduces System Space
Requirements
SystemStak valves make
compact hydraulic systems
in which specific function
valves are “sandwich’
mounted between a
directional valve and a
standard mounting surface.
Reduce Cost
SystemStak valves eliminate
intervalve piping and
leak-prone tube and pipe
connections. Installed cost
is less than when using
conventional valves.
Versatile and Easy to Install
SystemStak valves have
all the internal passages
necessary to serve the
directional valve topping
them. Mounting surfaces
and port patterns are to
international standards: any
valve conforming to ISO
4401 size 03; ANSI/B93.7M
size D03; NFPA-D03; CETOP
3; and DIN 24340, NG6
mounting interface can be
used with these
SystemStak valves.
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Rugged and Reliable
Internal working parts are
produced from hardened
steel and mounted in ductile
(spheroidal graphite) iron
bodies. Excellent reliability is
ensured. Working parts are
accessible without removing
valves from an
assembled stack.
SystemStak Systems... Easy
to Understand, Easy to Design
SystemStak circuitry is
best shown using slightly
different symbols than
those for traditional valve
configurations. Each
SystemStak symbol has the
same basic form and size as
shown in fig. 1.
P T B A
Figure
Figure 11
P T B A
Figure 22
Figure
For ease of understanding,
remember the directions
of flow for each line, and
that all four flow paths pass
through each valve (see fig.
2). For clarity, directional
valves are drawn vertically in
SystemStak circuit diagrams
(see fig. 3).
P T
Figure
Figure 3
Each station (valve stack) is
a combination of functions.
When designing and
assembling SystemStak
valves, care must be taken
to ensure that they interact
as required by stacking the
functions in the correct
sequence (fig. 4 is an
example).
P T
Figure 4
Figure 4
P
T
B A
Figure 7
Fig. 7 represents a complete
SystemStak system,
showing typical use of
functions available from this
range. The circuit diagram
also shows the use of a
Relief valves should normally
be positioned next to the
mounting surface (i.e. at the
bottom of the stack). When
both a flow control and a pilot
operated check valve are
required, it is recommended
that the flow control valve be
between the check valve and
the actuator to prevent check
valve chatter.
B A
P
T
B A
Figure 5 5
Figure
A combination of directional
valve, SystemStak valve(s)
and subplate/manifold block
(fig. 5: single station subplate
and fig. 6: multi-station
manifold) completes
the assembly.
P
T
Figure 6
B A B A
Figure 6
B A
B A B A
tapping plate for accessing
line pressure readings, and a
blanking plate to close off an
unused station of a
multi-station manifold.
Table of Contents

Function Basic symbol Basic model Features Page

Relief DGMC Single, dual and crossport 5

models

Counterbalance DGMR Control in port T 8

Sequence DGMR1 Single port P sequence 8

Reducing/relieving DGMX Piloted from (and reduced 8

pressure in) port P, A or B

Direct check DGMDC Single check in any port; dual 11

check in ports A and B only

Pilot operated check DGMPC Single in port A or B; dual 14

in ports A and B

Flow restrictor DGMFN Single or dual port, meter-in 17

or meter-out

Further information: 20
Mounting bolts, subplates and manifold blocks
Hydraulic fluids
Filtration requirements
Temperature limits
Pressure drop at other viscosities
Types H and K adjusters
Warranty and repair
Ordering procedure

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 SystemStak™ Relief Valves

DGMC-3-41
DGMC2-3-41

General Description Typical Section

These two-stage adjustable pressure relief valves limit the
maximum pressure in the line(s) controlled by the integral
relief valve elements.
Pressure adjustment options of control knob (with or without
keylock) or screw/locknut design are available. The two-stage
operation is basically identical to
long-established balanced piston valves, described in detail in
Eaton Industrial hydraulics manual.

Model Codes
DGMC(2) -3- ** - * * (-B* - * * )- * - 41

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1 Type 3 Pressure adjustment Pressure Discharge Usage 8 Gauge port: option

2 – Dual relief function range, first function Code limited in into on AT and PT single
Omit for single relief A – 3-50 bar (45-725 psi) BA B A Dual models only
function B – 3-100 bar (45-1450 psi) with B – G1⁄4”1⁄4 BSPF
AB
C – 10-200 bar (145-2900 psi) S – SAE 4 (7⁄16“-20 UNF-2B)
2 G – 50-315 bar (725-4500 BT B T Dual Blank – No gauge
with
First function psi) AT
Single relief, or first line of Omit for single line models
dual models 9 Design number,
Pressure Discharge Usage 4 Pressure adjustment/ 41 series
Code limited in into locking method, first 6 Pressure adjustment Subject to change.
PT P T Single function range, second function Installation dimensions
only H – Handknob Options as in 3 unchanged for design
AB A B Single, or K – Micrometer with keylock numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.
dual with W – Screw and locknut
BA
7 Pressure adjustment/
BA B A Single
only locking method,second
5 Second function function
AT A T Single, or
dual with Second line of dual models Options as in 4
BT
M BT

B T Single
only

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Functional Symbols

For simplicity these two-stage valves are represented as

single-stage models

DGMC-3-PT-41 DGMC2-3-AT-**-BT-41

P T B A
P T B A

DGMC-3-BA-41 DGMC2-3-AB-**-BA-41

P T B A P T B A

Operating Data
Maximum flow rate 60 L/min (16 USgpm)
Maximum operating pressure 315 bar (4500 psi)
Pressure drops See graphs
Mounting position Optional
Mass Approx. DGMC- 1.3kg (2.9lb)
DGMC2- 2.5kg (5.5lb)

Performance Data
Pressure override Typical performance for PT models at max.
pressure settings with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and at
50ºC (122ºF).

psi bar

5000 350 M
300 DGMC-3-PT-G * 41
4000
250
3000
DGMC-3-PT-C * 41
Pressure

200

2000 150

100 DGMC-3-PT-B * 41
1000
DGMC-3-PT-A * 41
50

0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate

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 Installation Dimensions
in mm (inches)

DGMC(2)-3**-**(-B*-**)-41
Models with type W adjuster
To adjust valve setting
slacken off locknut and turn
adjuster screw. 
 Turn clockwise to increase
pressure; counter-clockwise
to decrease pressure A max.
Re-tighten locknut after
completing adjustment. 79 (3.1)
fully out

T
A
B
P
Line A adjustment Line B or Line P adjustment
(according to model type)

B max.

4 (0.16) max. over gage port plug 

4 ( 5 /32 ) A/F hex. socket

40
(1.57) 20
(0.79)
12,7 ( 1 /2 ) A/F hex. locknut
Ø3 (0.12 dia) Torque to 25-30 Nm (18-22 lbf ft)
3,5 (0.14)

4 holes through: Ø 5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “O” seals supplied for this mounting face

P
47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8)
A
T

39 (1.54)
M
76 (3)

C max.

D max.

Model A B C D

DGMC-3-AT-*W-41 – – 154 (6.1) –

DGMC-3-BT-*W-41 – – – 156 (6.2)
DGMC-3-AT-*W-*-41 – 160 (6.3) – –
DGMC-3-PT-*W-41 – – – 156 (6.2)
DGMC-3-PT-*W-*-41 – 160 (6.3) – –
DGMC2-3-AT-*W-BT-*W-41 234 (9.2) – – –  For gage port thread options see model code 8

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Installation Dimensions
in mm (inches)

E max.

T
A
B
Line A adjustment P Line B adjustment

16,75 (0.66)

16,75 (0.66)

8 (0.13) max. 10 (0.4) max.

F max.

G max.

Model E F G

DGMC-3-AB-*W-41 – – 164 (6.5)

DGMC-3-BA-*W-*-41 – 164 (6.5) –
DGMC2-3-AB-*W-BA-*W-41 234 (9.2) – –

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 SystemStak™
Pressure Controls: Counterbalance, Sequence
and Pressure Reducing Valves

DGMR(1)-3-40 Typical Section

DGMX*-3-40

General Description
These single-stage valves operate by the application of pres-
sure on the end of the valve spool, acting against a spring
which is loaded by means of the adjustment mechanism.
In the counterbalance and sequence valves the spool is offset
by the spring such that flow cannot pass through the valve.
When the force exerted by the pilot pressure on the spool
end exceeds the force of the main spring, the spool is moved
to allow flow through the valve.
In the pressure reducing valve the flow path is normally open
and is closed as the pilot pressure exceeds the setting of
the valve. Excessive pressure in the reduced-pressure line is
prevented by a pressure relieving function.
Pressure adjustment options of control knob (with or without
keylock) or screw/locknut design are available.

Model Code

DGM *(*) -3- ** (*) - * * - * - 40

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1 Type pressure in “P” port 4 Pressure adjustment 6 Gauge port

R – Counterbalance For DGMX only: range B – G1⁄8 “ (1⁄8 BSPF)
function PA – Pressure reducing For DGMX only: S – SAE 4(7⁄16“-20 UNF-2B)
R1 – Sequence function function in line P, piloted Y – 1,40-7,0 bar (21-101 psi)
X1 – Pressure reducing, from A R – 1,40-45,0 bar (21-652 psi)
underlapped PB – Pressure reducing For DGMR and DGMX: 7 Design number, 40
X2 – Pressure reducing, function in line P, piloted A – 3-30 bar (43.5-435 psi) series
M overlapped from B B – 3,5-70 bar (51-1000 psi) Subject to change.
X3 – Pressure reducing, PP – Pressure reducing C – 10-140 bar (145-2000 psi) Installation dimensions
overlapped, low leakage function in line P, piloted F – 20-250 bar (290-3625 psi) unchanged for design
from P numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.

2 Function ports 5 Pressure adjustment/

For DGMR only: 3 Adjuster location locking method
TA – Counterbalance Option on DGMX only H – Handknob
control function L – Adjuster at “A”-port end K – Micrometer with keylock
in “T”port, controlled by of valve W – Screw and locknut
pressure in “A” port Blank – Adjuster at “B”-port
For DGMR1 only: end of valve
PP – Sequence control
in “P” port, controlled by

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Functional Symbols

DGMR-3-TA DGMX*-3-PB DGMX*-3-PA

P T B A P T B A P T B A

DGMR1-3-PP DGMX*-3-PP
P T B A P T B A

Operating Data
Maximum flow rate 60 L/min (16 USgpm)
Maximum operating pressure 315 bar (4500 psi)
Pressure drops See graphs
Mounting position Optional
Mass Approx. DGMR*- 1.3kg (2.9lb)
DGMX*- 1.3kg (2.9lb)

Performance Data
Typical performance with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and at 50ºC (122ºF).

DGMX*-3-P* DGMR1-3-PP

DGMX3 -3
DGMX2 -3
psi bar DGMX1 -3 psi bar
300 300
4000 4000 F
DGMX* 3 DGMR1 3
250 F 250
3000
200 3000
200
Pressure

Pressure

150 DGMX* 3 C
2000 C 150 DGMR1 3
2000
100
1000
DGMX* 3
B 100 B
M
DGMR1 3
50 DGMX* 3 A 1000
50 DGMR1 3 A
0 0
20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min
0
6 4 2 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min
Reverse flow to T line Reduced pressure line 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate Flow rate

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 Performance Data
(contd...)

DGMX*-3-P* Effect of Back-Pressure

Low Pressure/Flow Rate Minimum Performance
The effective reduced
psi bar pressure is equal to the valve
1000 70 adjustment setting plus any
Reduced pressure setting

60 back-pressure in line T
800
50
600 40
Dead Head Leakage This leakage flow must be
Typical leakage flow at 250 provided at the inlet line P in
400 30
bar inlet pressure from order to maintain the reduced
20 outlet pressure.
200 reduced pressure line into
10
T at “Dead Head” condition DGMX1-3 = 1600
0 DGMX2-3 = 400
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min (i.e. No flow required at the
reduced pressure outlet.) DGMX3-3 = 80
0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Q max.

Installation Dimensions
in mm (inches)

DGMR-3-TA-**-*-40
DGMR1-3-PP-**-*-40
DGMX(*)-3-P*(L)-**-*-40
Models with type W adjuster
To adjust valve setting slacken
T
off locknut and turn adjuster A
screw. B
P
Turn clockw to increase pressure;
counter-clockwise to decrease
pressure.
4 ( 5 /32 ) A/F hex. socket
Re-tighten locknut after 40
completing adjustment. (1.57) 20
(0.79)
DGMX2-3-**L models have
12,7 ( 1 /2 ) A/F hex. locknut
adjuster and end cap/gage port Ø3 (0.12 dia) Torque to 25-30 Nm (18-22 lbf ft)
3,5 (0.14)
locations interchanged from
positions shown. 4 holes through: Ø5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “O”seals supplied for this mounting face

P
M 47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8)
A
T

14 (0.55) max.

39 (1.54)

76 (3) 80 (3,1) max.

 For gage port thread options see model code 6 ,

(pressure plug fitted)

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SystemStak™
Direct Check Valves

DGMDC-3-41 Typical Section

General Description
These valves allow free flow
in one direction in the line
in which the check valve
element(s) is (are) located;
flow in the opposite direction
is not possible.

Model Code
DGMDC -3- * - * * (-* *) - 41

1 2 3 4 5 6

1 Direction of flow 3 Check valve opening/ cracking 5 Check valve opening/ cracking
X – Free flow away from actuator pressure pressure (second function of dual
Y – Free flow towards actuator K – 1 bar (14.5 psi) model)
M – 2,5 bar (36 psi) Options as in 3
N – 5 bar (72 psi)
2 Check location
A – A line 6 Design number, 40 series
B – B line 4 Check location (second element Subject to change. Installation
P – P line with free flow towards of dual model) dimensions unchanged for design
actuator (X) Only available as model type numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.
T – T line with free flow away DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B*-4*
from actuator(Y) B – B line

Functional Symbols
DGMDC-3-X-A* DGMDC-3-Y-A* DGMDC-3-X-B*
P T B A P T B A P T B A

DGMDC-3-Y-B* DGMDC-3-Y-P* DGMDC-3-X-T*

P T B A P T B A
P T B A

DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B*
P T B A

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 Operating Data

Maximum flow rate 60 L/min (16 USgpm)

Maximum operating pressure 315 bar (4500 psi)
Pressure drops See graphs
Mounting position Optional
Mass approximate 1 kg (2.2 lb)

Performance Characteristics
Typical performance with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and
at 50ºC(122ºF) 
Pressure drop: free flow through check valve

psi bar
30
400 27
24
300 21
Pressure drop

18

200 15
12
9
100
6
3
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate

 For other viscosities, see “Further Information”.

Internal Leakage Across Closed Check Valve

Less than 0,25 ml/min (0.015 in3/min) at 250 bar (3625 psi)

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B*-41 DGMDC-3-X-A*-41
DGMDC-3-X-T*-41
DGMDC-3-Y-A*-41
DGMDC-3-Y-P*-41

T T
A A
B B
P P

101 (4) max.

13
(0.51)

40
(1.57)
H H

Ø 3 (0.12 dia)
3,5 (0.14)
12
(0.47)
88 (3.46) max.

DGMDC-3-X-B*-41
4 holes through: Ø 5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “O”seals supplied for this mounting face DGMDC-3-Y-B*-41

P
47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8) H
A
T
M
39 (1.54) 13 (0.51)

76 (3) 89 (3.5) max.

Model Type H

DGMDC-3-X-A*-41
DGMDC-3-X-B*-41 16,75
DGMDC-3-Y-P*-41 (0.66)
DGMDC-3-X-T*-41
DGMDC-3-Y-A*-41 23,25
DGMDC-3-Y-B*-41 (0.92)
DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B*-41

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 SystemStak™
Pilot Operated Check Valves

DGMPC-3-41

General Description Typical Section

These valves provide pilot operated check functions in one or
both service lines (A or B), the operating pilot supply coming
from the opposite service line. Thus with pressure in one
service line the check valve in the other service line will be
open (subject to system/actuator pressures being correct for
the valve area ratios).
A 3:1 area ratio of pilot piston to check valve seat is
supplemented by an optional 10:1 decompression feature.

Model Code
DGMPC -3- (D)** * [-(D)** *] - 41

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1 Decompression feature 4 Decompression feature (second 6 Check valve opening/cracking

D – 10:1 decompression ratio function of dual models) pressure (second function of dual
Omit if not required As in 1 models)
Omit for single line models,and if not Options as in 3
required for dual models Omit for single line models
2 Function Note: “D” must be specified here, for dual
AB – Check in line A, pilot operated models, if called for in 1
from line B 7 Design number, 41 series
D – Check in line B, pilotoperated from Subject to change. Installation
line A (single check model only) dimensions unchanged for design
5 Second function of dual models numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.
BA – Check in line B, pilot operated
3 Check valve opening/cracking from line A
pressure Omit for single line models
K – 1 bar (14.5 psi)
M – 2,5 bar (36 psi)
N – 5 bar (72 psi)

M
Functional Symbols
DGMPC-3-(D)AB*-(D)BA* DGMPC-3-(D)AB* DGMPC-3-(D)BA*
B1 A1 B1 A1 B1 A1

P T B A P T B A P T B A

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Operating Data

Maximum flow rate 60 L/min (16 USgpm)

Maximum operating pressure 315 bar (4500 psi)
Pressure drops See graphs
Mounting position Optional
Mass approximate 0.8 kg (1.81 lb)

Performance Data
Pressure Drop Data
Typical performance with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and
at 50ºC(122ºF)

Pressure drop: flow path A1 to A or B1 to B (no pilot-pressure Pressure drop: flow path A to A1, or B to B1 with check valve
operation) pilot-operated fully open
psi bar
30 psi bar
400 27 25
24 300 20
300 21
Pressure drop
Pressure drop

18 15
200
200 15
12 10

9 100
5
100
6
3 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min
0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
0 4 8 12 16 USgpm Flow rate
Flow rate

u For other viscosities, see “Further Information”.

Pilot Pressures Where:

Pilot area ratios: pA = Pressure at A
Main check valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:1 pC = Cracking/opening pressure
Decompression poppet . . . . . . . . . . 10:1 pA1 = Pressure at A1 M
Use applicable ratio and opening/ pB = Pressure at B
cracking pressure to calculate pilot pB1 = Pressure at B1
pressure to open valve element, applied A=
to the following formulae: B = Service line location;
To open valve or decompression poppet A1= see functional symbols

in line A: B1=
pA + pC _ pA1
Pressure at B1 = + pA1
Area ratio factor
Leakage
To open valve or decompression poppet
Less than 0,25 ml/min (0.015 in3/min) at
in line B:
pB + pC _ pB1 250 bar (3625 psi).
Pressure at A1 = + pB1
Area ratio factor

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 Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMPC-3-(D)AB*-(D)BA*-41 DGMPC-3-(D)AB*-41

T
T
A
A
B
B
P
P

101 (4) max.

13
(0.51)

40 12 (0.47)
(1.57) 23
(0.9)
97 (3.82)

Ø 3 (0.12 dia)
3,5 (0.14)

4 holes through: Ø 5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “0” seals supplied for this mounting face

DGMPC-3-(D)BA*-41

P
M B(B1)
47,6 46
(1.87) (1.8) A(A1)
T

13
39 (1.54) (0.51)

76 (3) 97 (3.82)

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SystemStak™
Flow Restrictor Valves

DGMFN-3-41

General Description Typical Section

These valves regulate flow by means of an adjustable orifice

which is not pressure compensated, and flow through
the valve is entirely dependent upon pressure drop at any
particular setting of the orifice.
Dual service-line models with an integral non-return valve
around each control orifice provide for meter-in or meter-out
control; single line versions of these are available.
For flow restriction in P or T lines (where reverse free flow is
not required) models without check valves are available.
Adjustment options are either screw/locknut or handknob.

Model Code

DGMFN -3- * -* * * (-* * *) - 41

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1 Direction of flow control (with 3 Type of control needle/orifice 6 Type of control needle/orifice
respect to machine actuator) (single model or first line of dual (second line of dual models)
X – Meter-in control, applicable to lines model) Options as in 3
A and B 1 – Fine control Omit for single models
Y – Meter-out control, applicable to 2 – Standard control
lines A and B
Z – Meter-in control, line P only and 7 Adjuster type (second line of dual
meter-out control, line T only. 4 Adjuster type (single model or models)
first line of dual model) Options as in 4
H – Handknob Omit for single models
2 Location of control function W – Screw/locknut
(single model or first line of
dual model) 8 Design number, 41 series
P – Line P (single model only) 5 Control in second line Subject to change. Installation
T – Line T (single model only) B – Line B (use for dual models with dimensions unaltered for design
A – Line A (single model or first line of “A” specified at 2 ) numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.
dual model) Omit for single models
B – Line B (single model only) M

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 Functional Symbols

DGMFN-3-X-A**-B** DGMFN-3-Y-A**-B**
P T B A P T B A
DGMFN-3-X-A**-B** DGMFN-3-Y-A**-B**
P T B A P T B A

DGMFN-3-Z-P** DGMFN-3-Z-T**
P T B A P T B A
DGMFN-3-Z-P** DGMFN-3-Z-T**
P T B A P T B A

Operational Data
Maximum flow rate 60 L/min (16 USgpm)
Maximum operating pressure 315 bar (4500 psi)
Pressure drops See graphs
Mounting position Optional
Mass approximate 1.1 kg (2.2 lb)

Performance Characteristics
Pressure Drop
Typical performance with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and at 50º C(122º F)
Type “1” needle (see model codes 3 and 6 ) Type “2” needle (see model codes 3 and 6 )
psi bar Number of turns of adjuster psi bar Number of turns of adjuster
60 60
800 1 2 3 4 5 6 800 1 2 3 4
50 50

600 40 600 40
Pressure drop

Pressure drop

30 30
400 400 5
20 20
6
200 200
10 10

0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min
M 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate Flow rate

Free flow through check valve

psi bar
200 14
12
150 10
Pressure drop

8
100
6
50 4
2
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
 For other viscosities see “Further Information”.
Flow rate

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMFN-3-X-***(-***)-41
DGMFN-3-Y-***(-***)-41
DGMFN-3-Z-***-41
Models with type W adjuster
To adjust valve setting, slacken off locknut and turn screw 
Re-tighten locknut after completing adjustment.

Line A or line T adjustment Line B or line P adjustment

(according to model type) (according to model type)

T T
A A
B B
P 4 ( 5 /32 ) A/F hex. socket P

12,7 ( 1 /2 ) A/F hex. locknut .

Torque to 25-30 Nm (18-22 lbf ft)

A max. D max.
47 (1.85)
B max.
max.

40
(1.57)
E max. E max.

Ø3 (0.12 dia)
3,5 (0.14)

4 holes through: Ø5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “0” seals supplied for this interface

P
47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8)
A
T

39 (1.54)
45 (1.8) 76 (3)
max.
C max.

 Turn clockwise to decrease flow (increase restriction);

Type H adjuster
counter-clockwise to increase flow (reduce restriction). M
Model A B C D E

DGMFN-3-X-A*W-41 121 (4.76) – – – 16,75 (0.7)

Ø32 (1.26 dia)
DGMFN-3-X-A*W-B*W-41 – – 167 (6.6) – 16,75 (0.7)
DGMFN-3-X-B*W-41 – 122 (4.8) – – 16,75 (0.7)
DGMFN-3-Y-A*W-41 121 (4.76) – – – 23,25 (0.9)
56 (2.2) DGMFN-3-Y-A*W-B*W-41 – – 167 (6.6) – 23,25 (0.9)
M4 locking screw
max.
2 ( 5 /64 ) A/F hex. socket DGMFN-3-Y-B*W-41 – 122 (4.8) – – 23,25 (0.9)
DGMFN-3-Z-P*W-41 – – – 123 (4.8) 16,75 (0.7)
DGMFN-3-Z-T*W-41 – – – 123 (4.8) 23,25 (0.9)

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 Further Information
Mounting Bolts,
Subplates and Manifold
Blocks
Mounting Bolts
The length of mounting bolt
used to install a SystemStak
assembly is dependent on
the number of valves being
used, plus the length needed
for mounting other valves in
the assembly, such as:
– solenoid operated, or other
type of directional valve
– tapping plate
– blanking or crossover plate
L
B
A = Bolt clamp length
in directional valve,
blanking plate, crossover
plate, etc.
B = Height of intermediate
valve stack, comprising
Eaton SystemStak
valve(s) plus tapping
plates, etc.
M C = Depth of thread
engagement in sub-
plate/ manifold block:
8/10 mm (0.3/0.4), valid
for: 315 bar (4500 psi)
when using cast iron or
steel subplates/manifold
blocks, or 210 bar (3045
psi) when using Eaton
aluminium alloy
manifold blocks.
M-20 EATON DGM**-3 40/41 Design E-VLVI-SS001-E1 October 2015
Eaton offers a large selection
of bolt kits (one bolt kit for
these SystemStak valves
comprises 4 bolts) in metric
and inch sizes as listed. To
determine your needs, use
the following guide for bolt
length calculation.
L = Required bolt length;
select from the table.
Notes
1. Bolts should be torqued to 7-9
Nm (63-80 lbf in) with threads
lubricated.
2. If not using Eaton bolt kits, bolts
must be to Grade 12.9 (ISO 898)
or better.
Bolt Kit Selection
Metric: M5-6g Inch: 10-24 UNC-3A
Length Eaton bolt Length Eaton bolt
(mm) kit number (in) kit number
50 BKDG3699M 2.0 BKDG3698
60 BK466836M 2.375 BK466849
70 BK464125M 2.75 BK870017
80 BK466837M 3.125 BK466850
90 BK466838M 3.5 BK466851
100 BK466839M 3.937 BK466852
110 BK466840M 4.312 BK466853
120 BK466841M 4.75 BK466854
130 BK466842M 5.125 BK466855
140 BK466843M 5.5 BK466856
150 BK466844M 5.937 BK466857
160 BK466845M 6.312 BK466858
170 BK466846M 6.687 BK466859
Subplates and Manifold Blocks
See “Subplates and Auxiliary
Connection Plates”
catalog 2425.
Further Information

Pressure Drop at Other

160
Viscosities
Published pressure drop 140
data is valid for a fluid

% Factor
viscosity of 21 cSt (102 120
SUS). The graph shows the
approximate percentage 100

change in pressure drop for a

80
range of other viscosities. To
determine the approximate
pressure drop for any given 15 25 35 45 55 65 75 85 cSt

fluid viscosity, multiply the

published data by the % 75 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 SUS
factor for the
Viscosity
required viscosity.

Type H Adjuster
To adjust valve setting, slacken
M4 locking screw and rotate knob
. Re-tighten locking screw after
completing adjustment. Ø32 (1.26 dia)

Available on
DGMC-3
DGMR-3 89 (3.5) max. M4 locking screw
DGMX-3 2 ( 5 /64 ) A/F hex. socket

Type K Adjuster
Key must be inserted and turned
to allow valve to be adjusted .
When key is removed, adjustment
mechanism can be freely turned
without changing valve setting.
Ø32 (1.26 dia)
Available on M
DGMC-3
DGMR-3 18 (0.71)
for key removal
DGMX-3 25
115 (4.5) max. (1)

 Turn clockwise to increase pressure;

counter-clockwise to decrease pressure

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