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1.2 Directional valve installation
For the installation of the directional control valve on the
equipment frame it is important to consider the following
recommendations:
- the valve can be assembled in any position but, in order
to avoid deformations and spool sticking, the surface on
which the product is mounted has to be flat;
- before cabling pipelines, make sure that the pipeline
hollows as well as fittings and seals are thoroughly clean;
check also that the work ports are protected until the con
nection of the pipelines
- during assembly and servicing operations, it is neces
sary to adopt clean procedures and work in an environment
free of chips, swarf, dust and other possible source of
pollution;
- if the spools are connected to the equipment controls
through linkages, make sure that they do not affect their
operation;
- before painting the valve, check that the work port
plastic plugs are tightly in place.
1.3 Fittings
In the interest of safety, only fittings with STRAIGHT
THREAD ENDS should be used (e.g. DIN3852).
Fittings with TAPERED THREAD ENDS (e.g. DIN 3852
form C) must never be used, as they can cause deformation
and cracks in the valve body.
Our warranty conditions will be not valid in case tapered
fittings are used.
The work port adaptors have to be fastened respecting the
tightening torque values indicated in the following table (for
different port types contact our Sales Dept.):
Recommended tightening torque for work port fittings - Nm / lbft
Metric - ISO 261 M14X1.5 M18X1.5 M22X1.5
With O-Ring seal
(ISO 6149-1)
30 / 22.1 40 / 29.5 60 / 44.3
With copper washer
(ISO 9974-1)
30 / 22.1 40 / 29.5 60 / 44.3
With rubber washer
or steel (ISO 9974-1)
25 / 18.4 35 / 25.8 60 / 44.3
BSP - ISO 228-1 1/4” BSP 3/8” BSP 1/2” BSP 3/4” BSP
With copper washer
(ISO 1179-1)
30 / 22.1 40 / 29.5 60 / 44.3 90 / 66.4
With rubber washer
or steel (ISO 1179-1)
25 / 18.4 35 / 25.8 60 / 44.3 70 / 51.7
UN-UNF - ISO 263 SAE6 - 9/16-18 UNF SAE8 - 3/4-16 UNF SAE10 - 7/8-14UNF SAE12 - 1-1/16-12UNF
With O-Ring seal
(ISO 11926-1)
30 / 22.1 40 / 29.5 60 / 44.3 90 / 66.4
IMPORTANT!: Tightening torques depends on several different factors including lubrication, coating and surfaces
finish. The fitting manufacturer shall be consulted.
1.4 Hydraulic fluid
The main function of the fluid used in hydraulic systems is
to transfer energy but it performs also other important
functions: protect the components from corrosion, lubricate
the directional valve sliding parts, remove particles and heat
from the system.
In order to ensure proper operation and long life of the
system it is important to choose the correct hydraulic fluid
with proper additives.
Bucher Hydraulics recommends to use a mineral based oil
responding to ISO 6743/4 requirements, only.
The system should be operated only with hydraulic oil
containing anti-foaming and antioxidant additives.
Before using other types of fluid, please contact our
Sales Dept, since they can cause serious damage to the
directional valve components and jeopardize the correct
function of the system.
1.5 Filtration
In order to ensure proper operation and long life of the
directional valve components it is extremely important to
provide a proper and effective filtration of the hydraulic fluid.
It is advisable to follow filter manufacturers instructions and
recommendations.
The fineness of the filter should be selected in order to
guarantee that a contamination level of 21/19/16 ISO4406:
1999 (NAS 1638-CLASS10) is not exceeded.
When solenoid operated valves, (eg: on direct acting
electromagnetic or electro-hydraulic positioners) are