Model: PPFC

Air-controlled, pilot-operated, pressure reducing/relieving valve

Cavity: T-2A | Capacity:

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Air-controlled, pilot-operated pressure reducing/relieving valves use compressed air over a diaphragm instead of an adjustable spring to control the setting. These valves reduce a high primary pressure at the inlet (port 2) to a constant reduced pressure at port 1, with a full-flow relief function from port 1 to tank (port 3). The air signal is supplied through a port in the hex-end of the cartridge and the hydraulic setting is directly proportional to the air setting at a ratio of 20:1 (hydraulic:air).

All three-port pressure reducing and reducing/relieving cartridges are physically interchangeable (i.e. same flow path, same cavity for a given frame size). When considering mounting configurations, it is sometimes recommended that a full capacity return line (port 3) be used with reducing/relieving cartridges.
Full reverse flow from reduced pressure (port 1) to inlet (port 2) may cause the main spool to close. If reverse free flow is required in the circuit, consider adding a separate check valve to the circuit.
The pressure at port 3 determines the minimum valve setting and should not exceed 1000 psi (70 bar).
The full adjustment range is 50 to 1500 psi (3,5 to 105 bar).
Maximum air pressure should not exceed 150 psi (10,5 bar) due to the strength of the diaphragm.
Maximum pressure differential, inlet to outlet, should not exceed 3000 psi (210 bar).
Pilot operated reducing, reducing/relieving valves by nature are not fast acting valves. For superior dynamic response, consider direct acting valves.
The air control feature allows explosion proof remote control.
Incorporates the Sun floating style construction to minimize the possibility of internal parts binding due to excessive installation torque and/or cavity/cartridge machining variations.

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