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Reference: 100-P-000089-E-02
Issue: 06.2009
Proportional Directional Valve System
Series LVS
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Contents Page
1 General
description 3
2 Inlet
sections 4
3 Directional
valve
sections
-
general
information 10
4 Directional
sections,
LVS08 12
5 Directional
sections,
LVS12
-
operated
by
hand
lever 17
6 Directional
sections,
LVS12
-
hydraulically
operated 20
7 Directional
sections,
LVS12
-
two-stage,
proportional,
electro-hydraulic 23
8 Directional
sections,
LVS12
-
with
digital
pilot
head 27
9Valve
models
for
the
LVS12
directional
valve
system 31
10 Intermediate
sections 33
11 End
sections 35
12 Bolt-on
plates 37
13 Accessories 40
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1 General description
Inlet section
End section
2-stage, proportional,
electro-hydraulically op
erated directional valve
Direct acting, solenoid-
operated directional
valve, on-off or
proportional
Hydraulically
operated
directional valve
Tie bolts
Directional valve
with digital pilot head
(on-board electronics)
Manually operated
directional valve
With the LVS hydraulic valve, designers can easely create
mobile-machine control systems that, are normaly difficult
to master. Its systematic design as a family of valve mod
ules offers exceptional adaptability.
All directional sections are designed as load-sensing direc
tional valves with one main bore. The pressure-com
pensated models are designed as hollow spools with flow-
force compensation. The associated, independent indi
vidual-section pressure compensators for service ports A
and B operate on the principle of proportional flow-sharing.
The integral auxiliary functions and high power density
make the LVS not only a highly adaptable modular valve,
but also a very compact unit.
LVS valve blocks can be configured for both fixed- and vari
able-displacement pumps.
The basic LVS valve block has 6 control options: hand lever,
on/off solenoid, proportional solenoid, hydraulic, propor
tional electro-hydraulic, and with digital pilot head. With the
proportional flow-sharing principle of the LVS directional
valves, and in contrast to conventional load-sensing valves,
the load signal is fed directly to the variable-displacement
pump or system pressure-control valve i.e. without using a
series of shuttle valves.
1.1 Pump systems
1.1.1 Fixed-displacement pump
The valve block includes a 3-way pressure compensator,
directional sections and block termination components. In
the neutral position, the 3-way pressure compensator is un
loaded to tank and the entire flow being supplied to the valve
passes through the 3-way compensator to tank with min
imal off-load pressure drop.
When a directional section is operated, the actuator pres
sure is signalled to the 3-way pressure compensator. The
3-way compensator maintains the Δp at a constant level, so
that the flow rate is independent of the load and proportional
to the open flow area of the metering orifice in the directional
valve.
1.1.2 Variable-displacement pump
In systems with a variable-displacement pump (load-sens
ing control), as well as the normal p-line, the control line is
also connected to the pump control. When all directional
valves are in the neutral position, the control line is connec
ted to tank and the pump de-strokes. When a directional
section is operated, the actuator pressure is signalled to the
pump control and the pump goes on-stroke until the defined
control Δp is reached.
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1.2 General technical data
Oil temperature -25 °C to 80 °C
Oil viscosity for reliable operation, 380 to 10 mm
2
/s (cSt); for rated performance, 80 to 20 mm
2
/s (cSt)
Oil cleanliness at least 19/16/14 to ISO 4406 or class 9 to NAS 1638
Pressure LVS08: pump port 250 bar, actuator ports 280 bar, tank port 200 bar static.
LVS12: pump port 350 bar, actuator ports 400 bar, tank port 50 bar static (optional: 200 bar)
Flow rate Q
max.
from 6 l/min to 180 l/min at max. 12 bar pressure drop from P port of valve block to LS
(maximum allowable pressure drop: 20 bar, theoretical Q
max.
= 232 l/min)
Energy consump
tion
LVS08: on/off solenoid 6.8 Ω, 30 W; proportional solenoid 12 VDC / 2.5 A, 24 VDC / 1.25 A at max
imum stroke. LVS12 electro-hydraulic: 12 VDC / 1.5 A, 24 VDC / 0.75 A at maximum stroke. Digital
pilot head: 0.6 A at 12 Volt, 0,3 A at 24 Volt, on/off operation 8 W
On-board voltage minimum required for on/off solenoids: 10.8 VDC / 21.6 VDC at the coil contact pins
Pressure medium
(hydraulic fluid)
recommendation: high-quality fluids with a mineral-oil base, such as HLP oils to DIN 51524 Part 2.
For other fluids (e.g. phosphate esters), please consult Bucher
Sections maximum 10 directional sections per valve block
2 Inlet sections
2.1 Technical data
Unit Value
Inlet pressure bar max. 350
Nominal flow rate / open-centre systems l/min max. 200
Nominal flow rate / closed-centre systems l/min max. 260
Nominal flow rate, A and B to T l/min max. 300
Far other values consalt Bucher Hydraulics
2.2 Functions
2.2.1 LS Unloading
The higher loaded directional valve signals its load pressure
to the LS gallery when it is in a working position. In the neut
ral position, no load is signalled. In the proportional flow-
sharing system, all control valves are connected to the
same load-sensing pressure. This means that pressure un
loading in the neutral position is ensured by a controlled
connection to tank (Q
LSmax
approx. 0.7 l/min).
2.2.2 LS
max
pressure relief
The LS
max
pressure (pressure relief) at the valve block must
be set below the pressure cut-off setting of the pump.
Without this pressure-relief function, all activated actuators
stop when any actuator reaches its end-stop. If this is not a
disadvantage in a system, the LS
max
pressure-relief func
tion in the valve block is not required.
IMPORTANT: the pressure setting at the LS
pump must be higher than
LS
max
pressure relief by at
least the LS-Δp of the pump (see also 3.2.5)
2.2.3 3-way pressure compensator
The 3-way pressure compensator keeps the pressure dif
ference between the pressure and control galleries inside
the block at a constant level. The surplus flow passes to
tank or to the surplus-flow port.
2.2.4 2-way pressure compensator
The 2-way compensator is a differential-pressure valve. It
is situated inside the block, before the pressure gallery. By
reducing the inlet pressure to this valve, the control pres
sure between the pressure and control galleries inside the
block is kept at a constant level. If the pressure in the control
line reaches the setting of an upstream pressure-relief
valve, the valve shuts off the supply to the block.
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2.2.5 2-stage pressure relief (only in conjunction
with 3-way pressure compensator)
If the pressure in the control line reaches the setting of an
upstream pressure-relief valve, the 3-way compensator
opens to tank, thus limiting the pressure in the pressure gal
lery inside the block.
2.2.6 External priority function, with “Dynamic
Flow” in the LS line
An external actuator always has priority when receiving
supply. Only when the external actuator is already being
supplied with the required flow is any surplus flow then fed
to the valve block. A defined oil flow runs through the LS line
to the priority actuator. This has the effect of shortening the
priority function's reaction time.
2.2.7 LS pressure relief in the priority flow
If the pressure in the control line reaches the LS pressure-
relief setting, the flow to the priority actuator is reduced until
the pressure in the LS line equals the setting of the pres
sure-relief valve. The flow that is no longer required is now
available to other actuators.
2.2.8 Pressure control in P
Direct-acting pressure-relief function in the inlet flow in P.
2.3 Ordering code
Functions
No control function, no ports = CA*
No control function / P, R and LS ports = CAP
LS unloading / P, R and LS ports = CB*
LS
max
pressure relief
1)
(P1=) / P, R and LS ports = CC*
LS
max
pressure relief
1)
(P1=) /
electrical LS-disable via 2/2 seat valve /
de-energised open / P, R and LS ports = CCL
LS
max
pressure relief
1)
(P1=) / LS unloading /
P, R and LS ports = CE*
LS
max
pressure relief
2)
(P1=) / LS unloading/
pressure relief in P (P=) / P, R and LS ports = CD*
3-way compensator / LS unloading / two-stage
pressure relief (P1=) / P and R ports = CF*
3-way compensator / LS unloading / two-stage
pressure relief (P1=) / reduced off-load pressure
(control Δp = 9 bar) / P and R ports = CFE
3-way compensator / LS unloading / two-stage
pressure relief (P1=) / electrical LS-disable via
2/2 seat valve / de-energised open / P and R ports = CFL
2-way compensator / flow cut-off (P1=) /
LS unloading / P, R and LS ports = CF2
.
LVS CF -- E - G1 1 0* J12
Solenoid voltage + sol. connector
AMP Junior Timer, 12 V = J12
AMP Junior Timer, 24 V = J24
Not required for models without elec
trical connections
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
P and R G1”
LS G1/4”
Priority flow G1/2” = G110
Without threaded ports = ****
A 00/
Design stage
Inlet section
Options (see 2.7)
Pressure
setting in bar
P = ....
P1 = ....
P2 = ....
P3 = ....
Dyn. LS
max
pr. relief in prio. flow
2)
(P2=) / LS
max
pr.
relief in surplus flow (P3=) / external prio. function /
LS unloading / P, PL, R, LS and LSL ports = CG*
3-way compensator / 2-stage pressure relief (P1=) /
mechanical switchover, OC - CC /
LS unloading / P, R and LS ports = CH*
3-way compensator / 2-stage pressure relief (P1=) /
mechanical switchover, OC - CC /
LS unloading / reduced off-load pressure
(control Δp = 9 bar) / P, R and LS ports = CHE
P = pressure setting for the pressure relief in the P inlet
P1 = pressure setting for the LS max pressure relief (inlet presseur = P1+Δp)
1) fixed pressure settings in bar available for the pressure-relief function
(measured at 10 l/min test flow) 25, 32, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 140, 160,
175, 190, 210, 230, 250, 280, 300, 330, 350 (for other pressures, consult
Bucher Hydraulics) 2) adjustable pressure
P2 = pressure setting for the pressure relief in the priority flow
P3 = pressure setting for the pressure relief in the surplus flow
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2.4 Inlet sections for systems with fixed-displacement pump (open centre)
Model code and symbol Description
LVS-E-CF*-G110A00
P
R
LSLS
- 3-way compensator
- two-stage pressure relief (P1 = ...)
- LS unloading
- control Δp = 12 bar
- threaded ports for P (G1”) and R (G1”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
(P1 = inlet pressure + Δp)
LVS-E-CFE-G110A00
P
R
LS
- 3-way compensator
- two-stage pressure relief (P1 = ...)
- LS unloading
- reduced off-load pressure (control Δp = 9 bar)
- threaded ports for P (G1”) and R (G1”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
(P1 = inlet pressure + Δp)
P
R
LS
LVS-E-CFL-G110J..A00
- 3-way compensator
- two-stage pressure relief (P1 = ...)
- LS unloading
- control Δp = 12 bar
- electrical LS-disable via 2/2 seat valve, de-energised open
- threaded ports for P (G1”) and R (G1”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
2.5 Inlet sections for systems with load-sensing pump (closed centre) and block com
binations
Model code and symbol Description
LVS-E-CA*-****A00
- no control function
- no ports
LVS-E-CALVS-E-CAP-G110A00
P
R
LSLS
- no control function
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
LVS-E-CB*-G110A00LVS-E-
P
R
LSLS
- LS unloading
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
LVS-E-CC*-G110A00
P
R
LSLS
-LS
max
pressure relief, fixed setting
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS-E-CE*-G110A00LVS-E-
P
R
LS
-LS
max
pressure relief (P1 = ...), fixed setting
- LS unloading
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
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LVS-E-CD*-G110A00LVS-E-
P
R
LS
- pressure relief in P (P = ...)
-LS
max
pressure relief (P1 = ...), adjustable
- LS unloading
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS-E-CCL-G110J..A00LVS-E-
P
R
LS
-LS
max
pressure relief (P1 = ...), fixed setting
- electrical LS-disable via 2/2 seat valve, normally open
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS-E-CF2-G110A00LVS-E-
P
RLS
- 2-way compensator
- flow cut-off
- LS unloading
- control Δp = 12 bar
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
LVS-E-CG*-G110A00LVS-E-
PL
P
LS
R
LSL
- external priority function
- dynamic LS
max
pressure relief in the priority flow (P2 = ...)
-LS
max
pressure relief in the surplus flow (P3 = ...), adjustable
- LS unloading
- control Δp = 14 bar
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”), LS, LSL and LSP (G1/4”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
2.6 Inlet sections with switchover for systems with LS or fixed-displacement pumps
Model code and symbol Description
LVS-E-CH*-G...***LVS-E-
P
R
LS
- 3-way compensator
- two-stage pressure relief (P1 = ...)
- LS unloading
- control Δp = 12 bar
- mechanical switchover, open centre - closed centre
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS-E-CHE-G...***LVS-E-
P
R
LS
- 3-way compensator
- two-stage pressure relief (P1 = ...)
- LS unloading
- mechanical switchover, open centre - closed centre
- reduced off-load pressure (control Δp = 9 bar)
- threaded ports for P (G1”), R (G1”) and LS (G1/4”)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
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2.7 Options
Model code Description
LVS-E-C..-....01 -LS
max
pressure relief, adjustable
LVS-E-...-....02 - threaded ports for external pilot pressure
LVS-E-C.*-....19 - measurung threaded ports, M16 x 1,5 for system pressure (P inlet)
LVS-E-C.*-....20
- measurung threaded ports, M16 x 1,5 for system pressure (P inlet)
- threaded ports for P and T on the top, like A and B of the directional
control valve
P
R
LS
MP
LVS-E-C..-....22
- pressure relief valve for inlet pressure
LVS-E-CE*-....29
- threaded ports for P and T on the top, like A and B of the directional
control valve
LV
S
-E-
C
E
*
-....
30
-LS
max
pressure relief, adjustable
- threaded ports for P and T on the top, like A and B of the directional
control valve
2.8 Performance graphs
2.8.1 Priority valve
residual flow to internal actuators
Q [l/min] = priority flow
p [bar] = load pressure at priority actuator
0
25
50
75
100
p [bar]
Q [l/min]
0 50 100 150 200
2.8.2 Control curve for the 3-way compensator in
the inlet plate
Q [l/min] = flow rate through the block
Δp [bar] = pressure drop from P to LS
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
0 20 40 60 80 100 120
CFE
CF*
Δp [bar]
Q [l/min]
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2.9 Dimensions
G1”
G3/4”
92
133
32.5
67,5
20
135
90
G1/4”
45
35
124
M 10
17
15
169.5
67.5
28.5
50
66
90
52
15
30
17
53
133
135
15
7.5
81
M10
LVS-E-CG*-G...***LVS-E-CE*-G...***
135
135
M10
90
20
66
15
32
M10
90
133
124
133
124
185
212,5
43 67,5
67,5
15
23
92
15
15
G1”
G1”
G1/4”
LVS-E-CA*-****00
LVS-E-CF*-G110A00
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3 Directional valve sections - general information
The LVS modular valve system includes the nominal sizes 08 and 12. The valve bodies are the same size and can be directly
combined with each other.
3.1 Technical data
LVS08 LVS12
Control types
- direct acting on/off solenoid
- direct acting proportional solenoid
- hand lever operated
- hydraulically operated
- two-stage, proportional, electro-hydraulically operated
- digital pilot head with On Board Electronics
X
X
-
-
-
-
-
-
X
X
X
X
Nominal flow rate [l/min] 50 180
Maximum inlet pressure [bar] 250 350 *
Maximum pressure at the actuator ports A and B [bar] 280 400 *
Options
- 2 proportional flow-control functions for A and B
- downstream compensator
- anti-shock and make-up function
- electrically operated seat valves (integral)
- manual override by pin
- manual override by hand lever
- spool-stroke limiter
- port for external control pressure
- bolt-on plate with seat valves
- bolt-on plate with load-control valves
X
X
X
X
X
-
-
X
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
* For inlet pressure < 300 bar and actuator pressure < 320 bar contact Bucher Hydraulics
3.2 Functions
3.2.1 Directional function
3-way valves have only one actuator port. 4-way valves are
designed for double-acting actuators.
Spool types 6A(5) and 6D(5) are designed to supply 2 motor
drives.
In spool type 6A(4), the spool is divided in two parts. The
supply and return flows act on one actuator. The load pres
sure can be defined by means of the opening ratio.
3.2.2 Two independent 3/2 prop. directional valves
By dividing the control spool [6A(5)], 2 motor drives can be
implemented in parallel, and independently of one another,
in one valve body.
3.2.3 Load-independent operation
When several valves are operated simultaneously, the
highest actuator pressure is signalled to the 3-way pressure
compensator or to the pump control. The control pressure-
difference of the system pressure control (3-way pressure
compensator, variable-delivery pump) acts directly on the
most highly loaded actuator and ensures load-independent
control. The lower loaded actuators can be made load-inde
pendent by using individual section compensators.
3.2.4 LS-max pressure relief
If no oil flows out from an actuator port although the valve is
in an operated position (ex. cylinder at end-stop), the P pres
sure is signalled in the LS ring circuit behind all compensat
ors. The compensators in the individual functions would
now also close due to their spring forces, and all actuators
would remain stationary.
To prevent this from happening, the LS
max
pressure is lim
ited by a pressure-relief function. The discharge of LS flow
reduces the pressure before the LS ring circuit, which res
ults in the planned Δp being kept constant. The actuators in
the system now operate without any malfunction.
3.2.5 Downstream compensator
When a valve system that is designed to the proportional
flow-sharing principle is receiving sufficient pump flow and
has adequately-sized supply lines, it functions like a system
with upstream compensators.
For the most highly loaded actuator, the pressure drop
across the spool orifice is determined by the system pres
sure control (pump controller or system pressure com
pensator). On the individual compensators of the other ac
tuators, the highest system load is reproduced behind the
spool metering orifice and thus the system pressure control
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also applies to these actuators, and the pressure com
pensators counteract the effects of the different load pres
sures on each section.
If the flow demand is more than the pump can supply, the
pump pressure simply falls. With the principle of propor
tional flow-sharing, the flow rate to all actuators is reduced.
3.2.6 Anti-shock and make-up function
The anti-shock valves protect actuators from unacceptably
large pressure peaks when the actuator is operated or when
external forces act on the actuator. The make-up (anti-cavit
ation) function supplies oil to the actuator when the tank
pressure is higher than the actuator pressure.
3.2.7 Load sensing
By means of the load sensing system, the highest prevailing
actuator pressure is signalled to all proportional flow-shar
ing valves.
3.2.8 Conversion factors
For a given spool position, the flow rate at the actuator ports
can be changed by altering the LS Δp setting at the com
pensator or pump controller. The corresponding conversion
factors are shown in the table below.
LS Dp Conversion factor
6 bar 0.7
8 bar 0.8
10 bar 0.9
12 bar 1.0
14 bar 1.05
16 bar 1.15
18 bar 1.25
20 bar 1.30
3.3 Performance graphs
3.3.1 Pressure drop with individual operation
Measured with spool type O = 180 l/min
Q [l/min] = flow rate from block inlet to actuator
Δp [bar] = pressure difference from block inlet to actuator
Δp [bar] / - A/B
0
7
14
21
28
35
0 50 100 Q [l/min]
150
1 valve section
9 valve sections
3.3.2 Anti-shock valve
Q [l/min] = flow rate from actuator to tank
Δp [bar] = pressure difference from actuator to tank
Δp [bar]
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
0102030405060
Q [l/min]
For flow rates < 60 l/min contact Bucher Hydraulics
3.3.3 Pressure drop with individual operation
Measured with spool type O = 180 l/min
Q [l/min] = flow rate from actuator to tank
Δp [bar] = pressure difference from actuator to tank
Δp [bar]
0
5
10
15
20
25
0 50 100 150 200 250 300
Q [l/min]
9 valve sections
1 valve section
3.3.4 Make-up valve
Q [l/min] = flow rate from tank to actuator
Δp [bar] = pressure difference from tank to actuator
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
Q [l/min]010203040
Δp [bar]
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4 Directional sections, LVS08
4.1 Ordering code
Spool function
3-way function = 3
4-way function = 4
LVS
Dir. valve section
Plug type
AMP Junior Timer = J
Deutsch DT04-2P-EP04 = T
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
Actuator ports A and B G1/2” = 21
Prepared for bolt-on plate = 00
Size = 08
4 A 5 A J A B
Pressure
setting in bar
P
A
= ....
P
B
= ....
-
Flow rate in l/min
Actuator port A B
6 l/min = A = A
10 l/min = B = B
16 l/min = C = C
25 l/min = D = D
32 l/min = E = E
40 l/min = F = F
50 l/min = P = P
With 3-way function = *
0021DD08
Pilot head
On/off solenoid 12V = A
On/off solenoid 24V = B
Proportional solenoid 12V = C
Proportional solenoid 24V = D
Manual override, etc.
Override pin (standard) = A
Design stage
Options
Anti-shock and make-up function
Actuator A = pos. 1, B = pos. 2
Without = *
Make-up valve = C
Anti-shock and make-up valve
- adjustable, 70-230 bar = A
- adjustable, 150-380 bar = B
- Fixed setting
(values in bar)
25= D 32 =E 40 = F 50 = G 63 = H
80= I 100 =K 125 = L 140 = M 160 = N
175= O 190 =P 210 = Q 230 = R 250 = S
280= T 300 =U 330 = V 350 = W 380 = X
400= Y 420 =Z Cavity prepared = #
Seat valves, solenoid operated
Plug type AMP
Q
max
20 l/min, de-energised closed
- double-acting seat valve in B = J5
- dbl.-acting seat valve in A+B = J6
Q
max
50 l/min, de-energised closed
- single-acting seat valve in B = J3
- sgl.-acting seat valve in A+B = J4
- double-acting seat valve in B = J7
- dbl.-acting seat valve in A+B = J8
MM
AB
Compensator
for actuator port B (only with LVS08..3) = 4
for actuator ports A + B = 5
Spool type = A, D, F,J
Symbols and combinations, see section. 4.6
4.2 Accessories
Description Ordering code Data sheet
Plug for AMP Junior Timer with 2 metres of cable 100152575 -
Plug kit for AMP Junior Timer for DIY installation 100152579 -
Plug for Deutsch DT04-2P-EP04 with 2 metres of cable 100153209 -
Electrical joystick (demand-signal source) FGE 100-P-700051
Electronic controller for 1 axis + 1 on/off solenoid ELSK107 100-P-700033
Electronic controller for 2 axes ELSK208 100-P-700001
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4.3 Technical data
Unit On-off solenoid Proportional solenoid
Maximum flow rate l/min 50
Maximum inlet pressure bar 250
Maximum pressure at the actuator ports bar 280
Spool increments by actuator flow rates at 12 bar Δp l/min 6 (A), 10 (B), 16 (C), 25 (D), 32 (E), 40 (F), 50 (P)
Power consumption W 30 max. 30 at 2.5 A + 12 V
max. 30 at 1.25 A + 24 V
Current A 0.8 - 2.5 at 12 V
0.4 - 1.25 at 24 V
Duty cycle % 100% at 2.5 A + 12 V or 1.25 A + 24 V
Protection class IP65 (DIN 40050)
Standard configuration - compensator for actuator ports A + B, and A or B
- override pin
Options - anti-shock and make-up function for actuator ports A + B
or B only, adjustable or fixed setting
(cannot be combined with
seat valves)
- electrically oper. single-acting seat valves in A + B, or B only
- electrically op. double-acting seat valves in A + B, or B only
4.4 Pilot head
Proportional solenoid
with override pin and
starting point adjustment
A / B C / D
On/off solenoid
with override pin
4.5 Solenoid connector types
AMP Junior Timer Deutsch plug DT04-2P-EP04
4.6 Spool types and functions
4A 4D3J3A 4F
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4.7 Valve models, LVS08
Basic module Spool type Control type Description Bolt-on plate
option with code 00
LVS08..3J4....
B
b
RP LS
3J
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator port B
Seat valve in B
LVS08..3J4....A00B-*.
B
b
RP LS
3J
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator port B.
Anti-shock and/or
make-up valve for
actuator port B,
fixed setting or ad
justable
Seat valve in B
LVS08..3J4....A00B-J.
B
b
RP LS
3J
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator port B.
Electrically oper
ated seat valve for
actuator port B.
As single- or dbl-
acting seat valve
LVS08..3A4....A00B
ba
B
RP LS
3A
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator port B
Seat valve in B
or Load-control
valve in B
LVS08..3A4....A00B-*.
ba
RP LS
B
3A
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator port B.
Anti-shock and/or
make-up valve for
actuator port B,
fixed setting or ad
justable
Seat valve in B
LVS08..3A4....A00B-*#
ba
RP LS
B
3A
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator port B.
Cavity prepared
and plugged, for
anti-shock and/or
make-up valve
Seat valve in B
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LVS08..3A4....A00B-J.
ba
RP LS
B
3A
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator port B.
Electrically oper
ated seat valve for
actuator port B, as
single- or double-
acting seat valve
LVS08..4.5....A00B
A
B
ba
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator ports A
and B
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
LVS08..4.5....A00B-*.
A
B
ba
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B.
Anti-shock and/or
make-up valve for
actuator port B,
fixed setting or ad
justable
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
LVS08..4.5....A00B-..
A
B
ba
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B.
Anti-shock and/or
make-up valve for
actuator ports A +
B, fixed setting or
adjustable
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
LVS08..4.5....A00B-##
A
B
ba
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B.
Cavity prepared
and plugged, for
anti-shock and/or
make-up valves
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
LVS08..4.5....A00B-J.
ba
A
B
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B. Electrically op
erated seat valve
in actuator port B,
as single- or
double-acting seat
valve
LVS08..4.5....A00B-J.
ba
A
B
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
On/off solenoid
Proportional
solenoid
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B. Electrically op
erated seat valve
in actuator ports A
+ B, as single- or
double-acting seat
valve
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4.8 Performance graphs
4.8.1 Control characteristics
Valve with proportional solenoid and 12 bar pressure drop
at the orifice
Q [l/min] = flow rate at the actuator outlet port
I [mA] = current at the proportional solenoids
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
50 l/min (P)
40 l/min (F)
25 l/min (D)
16 l/min (C)
10 l/min (B)
500 700 900 1100 1300 1500 1700 1900 2100 2300 I [mA] 12V
250 350 450 550 650 750 850 950 1050 1150 I [mA] 24V
Q [l/min]
4.9 Dimensions
LVS08......J21A00B-J4LVS08......J21A00B
48
24
282
73
187.5
G1/2”
G1/2”
99
99
68
136
119
311
87.5136
106
G1/2”
G1/2”
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5 Directional sections, LVS12
- hand lever operated
5.1 Ordering code
Spool function
3-way function = 3
4-way function = 4
3-way function (x2) = 6
LVS
Directional valve
Detent type
Detented position in B = B
Detented positions in A + B = R
Friction detent for A + B = D
Spring return (standard) = *
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
Actuator ports A and B G 3/4” = 22
Prepared for bolt-on plate = 00
Size = 12
4 A 5 M R * B
Pressure
setting
in bar
P
A
= ... bar
P
B
= ... bar
-
Flow rate in l/min
Actuator port A B
16 l/min = C = C
25 l/min = D = D
40 l/min = F = F
50 l/min = P = P
63 l/min = G = G
80 l/min = H = H
100 l/min = K = K
125 l/min = L = L
150 l/min = M = M
180 l/min = O = O
With 3-way function = *
0022KK12
Pilot head
Hand lever = M
Manual override, etc.
Spool-stroke limiter feature = F
Without = *
not in combination with Detented
Design stage
Options (see 9.1)
Anti-shock and make-up function
Actuator A = pos. 1, B = pos. 2
Without = *
Make-up valve = C
Anti-shock and make-up valve
- adjustable, 70-230 bar = A
- adjustable, 150-380 bar = B
- fixed setting
(values in bar)
25= D 32 =E 40 = F 50 = G 63 = H
80= I 100 =K 125 = L 140 = M 160 = N
175= O 190 =P 210 = Q 230 = R 250 = S
280= T 300 =U 330 = V 350 = W 380 = X
400= Y 420 =Z Cavity prepared = #
MM
AB
Compensator
for actuator ports A + B = 5
for actuator port A (only in conjunction with 3A) = 8
for actuator port B (only in conjunction with 3J) = 4
Spool type = A, D, J
Symbols and combinations, see section 5.4
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5.2 Technical data
Unit LVS12 - hand lever operated
Maximum flow rate l/min 180
Maximum inlet pressure bar 350 *
Maximum pressure at the actuator ports bar 400 *
Spool increments by actuator flow rates at 12 bar Δp l/min 16(C), 25(D), 40(F), 50(P), 63(G), 80(H), 100(K),
125(L), 150(M), 180(O)
Operating force on hand lever Nm 38
Standard configuration - compensator for actuator port A and/or B
Options - anti-shock and make-up function for actuator ports A and B
or B only, adjustable or fixed setting
- spool-stroke limiter feature
- detent or friction detent
* For inlet pressure < 300 bar and actuator pressure < 320 bar contact Bucher Hydraulics
5.3 Pilot head
End cover plate with
spool-stroke limiterHand lever
Standard end
cover plate
5.4 Spool types and functions
4A 4D3J3A
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5.5 Symbols
Basic module Description
ba
A
B
RP LS
- the flow rate at the actuator outlet ports is varied - up to the
predefined maximum flow - by the position of the hand lever
- valve models, see section 9
5.6 Performance graphs
5.6.1 Control characteristics
Hand-lever operated valve with 12 bar pressure drop at the
orifice
Q [l/min] = flow rate at the actuator outlet port
s [%] = hand-lever way
Q [l/min]
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
0 25 50 75 100
s [%]
180 (O)
150 (M)
125 (L)
100 (K)
80 (H)
63 (G)
40 (F)
25 (D)
16 (C)
5.7 Dimensions
LVS12.....M*
19,5
48
265
59
G3/4”
73
121
138,5 142
28 28
65
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6 Directional sections, LVS12
- hydraulically operated
6.1 Ordering code
Spool function
3-way function = 3
4-way function = 4
3-way function (x2) = 6
LVS
Dir. valve section
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
Actuator ports A and B G 3/4” = 22
Prepared for bolt-on plate = 00
Size = 08 or 12
4 A 5 E * F B
Pressure
setting in bar
P
A
= ... bar
P
B
= ... bar
-
Flow rate in l/min
Actuator port A B
16 l/min = C = C
25 l/min = D = D
40 l/min = F = F
50 l/min = P = P
63 l/min = G = G
80 l/min = H = H
100 l/min = K = K
125 l/min = L = L
150 l/min = M = M
180 l/min = O = O
With 3-way function 3J = *
With 3-way function 3A = *
0022KK12
Pilot head
Hydraulic (standard) = E
Hydraulic (port horizontal) = I
Hydraulic (Duo head) = K
Hydraulic (Duo head + man. op.) = L
Spool-stroke limiter feature
Only in conjunction with control type E = F
Without = *
Design stage
Options (see 9.1)
Anti-shock and make-up function
Actuator A = pos. 1, B = pos. 2
Without = *
Make-up valve = C
Anti-shock and make-up valve
- adjustable, 70-230 bar = A
- adjustable, 150-380 bar = B
- fixed setting
(values in bar)
25= D 32 =E 40 = F 50 = G 63 = H
80= I 100 =K 125 = L 140 = M 160 = N
175= O 190 =P 210 = Q 230 = R 250 = S
280= T 300 =U 330 = V 350 = W 380 = X
400= Y 420 =Z Cavity prepared = #
MM
AB
Compensator
for actuator ports A + B = 5
for actuator port A (only with LVS12..3A) = 8
Spool type = A, D, F, J
Symbols and combinations, see section 6.5
6.2 Accessories
Description Ordering code Data sheet
Hydraulic joystick FGH 100-P-70029
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6.3 Technical data
Unit LVS12 - hydraulically operated
Maximum flow rate l/min 180
Maximum inlet pressure bar 350 *
Maximum pressure at the actuator ports bar 400 *
Spool increments by actuator flow rates at 12 bar Δp l/min 16(C), 25(D), 40(F), 50(P), 63(G), 80(H), 100(K),
125(L), 150(M), 180(O)
Pilot pressure bar 6 - 23
Standard configuration - compensator for actuator port A and/or B
Options - anti-shock and make-up function for actuator ports A and B
or B only, adjustable or fixed setting
- spool-stroke limiter feature
* For inlet pressure < 300 bar and actuator pressure < 320 bar contact Bucher Hydraulics
6.4 Pilot head and manual override
Standard Pilot port horizontal Duo head Spool-stroke
limiter
Manual override
E I K E + F L
6.5 Spool types and functions
6A (5) 6D (5)6A (4)
With compensator in A + B With compensator in B
4A 4D3J3A 4F
With compensator in A + B
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6.6 Symbols
Basic module Description
A
B
ba
Y
B
Y
A
RP LS
- the flow rate at the actuator outlet ports is varied - up to the
predefined maximum flow - by the level of the pilot pressure
- valve models, see section 9
6.7 Performance graphs
6.7.1 Control characteristics
Hydraulically-operated valve with 12 bar pressure drop at
the orifice
Q [l/min] = flow rate at the actuator outlet port
p [bar] = pilot pressure
Q
[l/
m
i
n
]
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
180 (O)
150 (M)
125 (L)
100 (K)
80 (H)
63 (G)
40 (F)
25 (D)
16 (C)
4 8 12 16 20 22
p [bar]
6.8 Dimensions
LVS12....5E.22*00B
230
130 50
119
106
65
28 28
48
24
89
G1/4”
27 27
G3/4”
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7 Directional sections, LVS12
- two-stage, proportional,
electro-hydraulic
7.1 Ordering code
Spool function
3-way function = 3
4-way function = 4
3-way function (x2) = 6
LVS
Dir. valve section
Plug type
AMP Junior Timer = J
Deutsch DT04-2P-EP04 = T
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
Actuator ports A and B G 3/4” = 22
Prepared for bolt-on plate = 00
Size = 12
4 A 5 F J * B
Pressure
setting in bar
P
A
= ....
P
B
= ....
-
Flow rate in l/min
Actuator port A B
16 l/min = C = C
25 l/min = D = D
40 l/min = F = F
50 l/min = P = P
63 l/min = G = G
80 l/min = H = H
100 l/min = K = K
125 l/min = L = L
150 l/min = M = M
180 l/min = O = O
With 3-way function 3J = *
With 3-way function 3A = *
0022KK12
Pilot head
Prop. electro-hyd. 12 V (standard) = F
Prop. electro-hyd. 24 V (standard) = G
Prop. electro-hyd. 12 V (horizontal) = T
Prop. electro-hyd. 24 V (horizontal) = U
Prop. electro-hyd. 12 V (rotated 180°) = V
Prop. electro-hyd. 24 V (rotated 180°) = W
Prop. electro-hyd. 12 V (Duo head) = R
Prop. electro-hyd. 24 V (Duo head) = S
Prop. electro-hyd. 12 V (Duo head + man. op.) = Y
Prop. electro-hyd. 24 V (Duo head + man. op.) = Z
Manual override, etc.
Override pin = A
Override pin + spool-stroke limiter = C
Without = *
Design stage
Anti-shock and make-up function
Actuator A = pos. 1, B = pos. 2
Without = *
Make-up valve = C
Anti-shock and make-up valve
- adjustable, 70-230 bar = A
- adjustable, 150-380 bar = B
- fixed setting
(values in bar)
25= D 32 =E 40 = F 50 = G 63 = H
80= I 100 =K 125 = L 140 = M 160 = N
175= O 190 =P 210 = Q 230 = R 250 = S
280= T 300 =U 330 = V 350 = W 380 = X
400= Y 420 =Z Cavity prepared = #
MM
AB
Compensator
for actuator ports A + B = 5
for actuator port A (only with LVS12..3A) = 8
Spool type
= A, D, F, J
Symbols and combinations, see section 7.6
Options (see9.1)
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7.2 Accessories
Description Ordering code Data sheet
Plug for AMP Junior Timer with 2 metres of cable 100152575 -
Plug kit for AMP Junior Timer for DIY installation 100152579 -
Plug for Deutsch DT04-2P-EP04 with 2 metres of cable 100153209 -
Electrical joystick (demand-signal source) FGE 100-P-700051
Electronic controller for 1 axis + 1 on/off solenoid ELSK107 100-P-700033
Electronic controller for 2 axes ELSK208 100-P-700001
7.3 Technical data
Unit LVS12 - 2-stage, proportional, electro-hydraulic
Maximum flow rate l/min 180
Maximum inlet pressure bar 350 *
Maximum pressure at the actuator ports bar 400 *
Spool increments by actuator flow rates at 12 bar Δp l/min 16(C), 25(D), 40(F), 50(P), 63(G), 80(H), 100(K),
125(L), 150(M), 180(O)
Nominal voltage V DC 12 or 24
Power consumption W max. 18 (at 1.5 A + 12 V or 0.75 A + 24 V)
Energising current A 0.6 - 1.5 at 12 V
0.3 - 0.75 at 24 V
Duty cycle % 100
Protection class IP65 (DIN 40050)
Standard configuration - compensator for actuator port A + B, and A or B
Options - anti-shock and make-up function for actuator ports A and B
or B only, adjustable or fixed setting
- spool-stroke limiter feature
* For inlet pressure < 300 bar and actuator pressure < 320 bar contact Bucher Hydraulics
7.4 Pilot head and manual override
Standard
Manual override
Duo head
Solenoid horizontal
Spool-stroke limiter
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7.5 Solenoid connector types
AMP Junior Timer Deutsch plug DT04-2P-EP04
7.6 Spool types and functions
6A (5) 6A (4)
With compensator in A + B With compensator in B
4A 4D3J3A 4F
6D (5)
With compensator in A + B
7.7 Symbols
Basic module Description
A
B
ba
RP LS
- the pilot valves are internally supplied with pump pressure
The flow is varied - up to the predefined maximum flow - by
the proportional change in the electrical current.
- valve models, see section.9
7.8 Performance graphs
7.8.1 Control characteristic
Proportional, electro-hydraulically operated valve with
12 bar pressure drop at the orifice
Q [l/min] = flow rate at the actuator outlet port
I [mA] = current at the solenoids
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400
250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700
I [mA] 12V
I [mA] 24V
Q [l/min]
180 (O)
150 (M)
125 (L)
100 (K)
80 (H)
63 (G)
40 (F)
25 (D)
16 (C)
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7.9 Dimensions
LVS12....5FJ22*00B
48
24
130
50
230
119
150.5
G3/4”
28
28
65
19,5
48
151
8736
265
121
142
2828
59 73
117
G3/4”
22
LVS12....5YJ22*00B
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8 Directional sections, LVS12
- with digital pilot head
8.1 Ordering code
Spool function
3-way function = 3
4-way function = 4
3-way function (x2) = 6
LVS
Dir. valve section
Plug type
Deutsch DT 6 pole = T
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
Actuator ports A and B G 3/4” = 22
Size = 12
4 A 5 H T * B
Pressure
setting in bar
P
A
= ... bar
P
B
= ... bar
-
Flow rate in l/min
Actuator port A B
16 l/min = C = C
25 l/min = D = D
40 l/min = F = F
50 l/min = P = P
63 l/min = G = G
80 l/min = H = H
100 l/min = K = K
125 l/min = L = L
150 l/min = M = M
180 l/min = O = O
With 3-way function 3J = *
With 3-way function 3A = *
0022KK12
Pilot head
Digital pilot head = H
Digital pilot head + manual operation = P
Design stage
Anti-shock and make-up function
Actuator A = pos. 1, B = pos. 2
Without = *
Make-up valve = C
Anti-shock and make-up valve
- fixed setting
(values in bar)
25= D 32 =E 40 = F 50 = G 63 = H
80= I 100 =K 125 = L 140 = M 160 = N
175= O 190 =P 210 = Q 230 = R 250 = S
280= T 300 =U 330 = V 350 = W 380 = X
400= Y 420 =Z Cavity prepared = #
MM
AB
Compensator
for actuator ports A + B = 5
for actuator port A (only with LVS12..3A) = 8
Spool type
= A, D, F, J
Symbols and combinations, see section 8.6
Options (see 9.1)
8.2 Accessories
8.2.1 Analogue systems
Description Ordering code Data sheet
Electrical joystick (demand-signal source) FGE 100-P-700051
Plug set (contact pins and socket housing right and left) 100153228
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8.2.2 CAN bus systems
Description Ordering code Data sheet
Electrical joystick FCE/JS3 100-P-700051
Master board (parameterisation and service terminal) ELBE201 100-B-700016
Slave module ELMR201 ELMR201 100-P-700053
Plug (socket housing) DT16-6SA-K002, right 100153228
Cable harness for connecting the pilot heads in a valve block, 0.12 m 100153222
CAN terminating resistor (150 ohm) 100153223
Connecting lead for the valve block, 2 m 100153221
8.3 Description
In the digital pilot head (electro-proportional operation), an
electrical signal (demand signal) is amplified by using a pilot
oil flow that, in turn, moves the control spool in the directional
valve section. The position of the spool is detected by integ
ral position transducers and this actual value is compared
with the demand signal by the on-board electronics. By
varying the pilot flow, the position of the spool is adjusted to
correspond to the demand signal.
8.3.1 Advantages
Flexible
S Simple parameter changes
S Machine-specific configuration
S Easily extended
Cost-effective
S No adjustments during start-up
S Reduced cabling costs
S Simple, time-saving diagnostics
Coordinated system
S Integral sensors
S Proven, high-performance software
S Supported by application know-how
Safe
S Protection class IP67
S Sensors monitor the functionality
S Complies with safety regulations
8.3.2 On-board electronics
2 x Deutsch plugs, 6-pole
Fast-switch valves
Electronics card
Software (control system)
Spool-position sensor
Pressure sensor (optional)
Plug A
Plug B
8.3.3 Analogue systems
Functionality
S Analogue communication
S Each on-board electronic unit supplied by a separate con
trol cable
S Power supply can be connected serially from pilot head
to pilot head
S No interdependency between the individual valves
S Signal from spool-position sensor is available externally
if required
S Control signal 2.5 ±
2V
Configuration via CAN bus interface
S Flow limiting
S Flow characteristic
S Changing the maximum flow
S Ramps (rate of rise/fall can be adjusted)
S Diagnostics via CAN bus
Plug pin layout
Plug A, left Plug A, right
1 = power signal 1 = Signal from spool-
position sensor
2 = Ground 2 = V
Reference
, 5V (20 mA)
3 = Ground
Reference
3 = Ground
4 = CAN low 4 = CAN low
5 = CAN high 5 = CAN high
6 = V
Battery
6 = V
Battery
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8.3.4 CAN bus systems
Functionality
S Communication via CAN bus interface and master board
S CAN bus and power supply are looped from pilot head to
pilot head
S Intelligent system control
S Signal from spool-position sensor (available externally if
required) analogue or CAN protocol
S Analogue sensor can be adapted
Communication via CAN bus
S Flow limiting
S Flow characteristic
S Ramps (rate of rise/fall can be adjusted)
S Diagnostics via CAN bus
S System intelligence
S Master board (parameterisation and service terminal)
Plug pin layout
Plug A, left Plug B, right
1 = not active 1 = signal from spool-
position sensor
2 = ground 2 = V
Reference
, 5V (20 mA)
3 = Ground
Reference
3 = ground
4 = CAN low 4 = CAN low
5 = CAN high 5 = CAN high
6 = V
Battery
6 = V
Battery
8.4 Technical data
Unit LVS12 with digital pilot head
Maximum flow rate l/min 180
Maximum inlet pressure bar 350 *
Maximum pressure at the actuator ports bar 400 *
Spool increments by actuator flow rates at 12 bar Δp l/min 16(C), 25(D), 40(F), 50(P), 63(G), 80(H), 100(K),
125(L), 150(M), 180(O)
Nominal voltage V DC 12 or 24
Power consumption W 7.2
Current A 0.6 at 12 V / 0.3 at 24 V
Duty cycle % 100
Protection class IP67 (DIN 40050)
Configuration options - flow limiting - flow characteristic
- changing the maximum flow
- ramps (rate of rise/fall can be adjusted)
- Diagnostics via CAN bus
Options - anti-shock and make-up function for actuator ports A + B
or B only, adjustable or fixed setting
Protection class maximum 10 units per cable harness for 24V, 6 units for 6V
* For inlet pressure < 300 bar and actuator pressure < 320 bar contact Bucher Hydraulics
8.5 Pilot head and manual override
Digital pilot head Manual override
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8.6 Spool types and functions
4A 4D3J3A 4F
8.7 Symbols
Basic module Description
ba
A
B
R P LS Y
- the pilot valves are internally supplied with a reduced control
pressure of 30 bar max. The flow is varied - up to the predefined
maximum flow - by the proportional change in the electrical current.
- valve models, see section.9
8.8 Performance graphs
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
Q-Ver (l/min) / Q-Act (l/min)
2,5 4,5
0 100
V
%
Operated by a digital pilot head, with 12 bar pressure
drop at the orifice
0
Energising signal
180 (O)
150 (M)
125 (L)
100 (K)
80 (H)
63 (G)
40 (F)
25 (D)
16 (C)
8.9 Dimensions
LVS12....5HT22*00B
G3/4”
2828
65
11565
203
120
105
132
24
48
G3/4”
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9 Valve models for the LVS12 directional valve system
Model code and symbol Spool type Control type Description Bolt-on plate
with code 00
LVS12..3J4
B
b
RP LS
3J
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
Compensator for
actuator port B
Seat valve in B
(not for digital pilot
head)
LVS12
B
b
RP LS
3J
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
Compensator for
actuator port B
Anti-shock and/or
make-up valve for
actuator port B,
fixed setting or ad
justable
Seat valve in B
(not for digital pilot
head)
LVS12
ba
B
RP LS
3A
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
Compensator for
actuator port B
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in B
(not for digital pilot
head)
LVS12
b
a
RP LS
B
3A
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
Compensator for
actuator port B
Anti-shock and/or
make-up valve for
actuator port B,
fixed setting or ad
justable
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in B
(not for digital pilot
head)
LVS12
b
a
RP LS
B
3A
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
Compensator for
actuator port B.
Cavity prepared
and plugged, for
anti-shock and/or
make-up valve
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in B
(not for digital pilot
head)
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LVS12
A
B
ba
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
6D
6A(4)
6A(5)
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
Compensator for
actuator port B
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
(not for digital pilot
head)
LVS12
A
B
b
a
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
6D
6A(4)
6A(5)
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B. Anti-shock and/
or make-up valve
in actuator port B,
fixed setting or ad
justable
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
(not for digital pilot
head)
LVS12
A
B
ba
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
6D
6A(4)
6A(5)
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B. Anti-shock and/
or make-up valve
in actuator ports A
+ B, fixed setting
or adjustable
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
(not for digital pilot
head)
LVS12
A
B
ba
RP LS
4A
4D
4F
6D
6A(4)
6A(5)
- hand lever
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
- digital pilot head
- hydraulic
- prop. electro-hyd.
Compensator for
actuator ports A +
B. Cavity prepared
and plugged, for
anti-shock and/or
make-up valve
Seat valve or
Load-control valve
in A and B, or B
only
(not for digital pilot
head)
9.1 Options
Model code and symbol Description
A
B
ba
LVS12......A02B
Y
RP
LS
- threaded ports for external pilot pressure
For electrohydraulic control only
LVS12......A05B
- Pilot head, max. T-pressure = 200 bar
For electrohydraulic control only
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LVS12......A06B
- External poert for pilot pressure, actuater port A
- Port threads G1/4” , e. g. for load control valves
Only for control type elektrohydraulic
LVS12......A13B
- Tank notch control at actuator port A
LVS12......A14B
- Tank notch control at actuator port B
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS12......A15B
- Tank notch control at actuator port A and B
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS12......A39B
- No drop befor lift function
- Tank notch control at actuator port A and B
LVS12......A47B
- External poert for pilot pressure, actuater port A and B
- Port threads G1/4” , e. g. for load control valves
Only for control type elektrohydraulic
10 Intermediate sections
10.1 Functions
10.1.1 Pressure-reducing valve
The 3-way pressure-reducing valve holds the pressure at
the actuator port at a constant level, as set by the solenoid
current. Via the LS signal, this function can work with all
pressure compensators and pump systems.
10.2 Ordering code
Nominal voltage and plug type
12 Volt DC, AMP Junior Timer = FJ
3-way pressure-reducing valve = PDR
LVS PD -- Z - G1/ 2R
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
Actuator G1/2” = G1/2
A 00
Design stage
Intermediate section
Special feature
Functions
No auxiliary valve (Q
max.
40 l/min) = A
Seat valve on the actuator side
(Q
max.
25 l/min) = B
Seat valve on actuator side and
unloading valve (Q
max.
25 l/min) = C
A4 F
Pressure range 12 - 100 bar = 4
15 - 160 bar = 6
20 - 150 bar = 8
J
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10.3 Valve models
Model code and symbol Description
LVS-Z-PDRA
Y
RP
LS
- threaded ports = G1/2”
LVS-Z-PDRB
RP
LS
- seat valve on actuator side
- threaded ports = G1/2”
10.4 Performance graphs
10.4.1 Adjustment ranges
3-way prop. pressure-control valve
I [A] = solenoid current
250
30
0
P [bar]
1,90 +10% I [A]12V
0,95 +10% I [A]24V
0,25 0,5 0,75
0,5 1,0 1,5
100
200
150
50
Pressure range 8
290-3600 PSI (20-250 bar)
Pressure range 6
220-2300 PSI (15-160 bar)
Pressure range 4
170-1450 PSI (12-100 bar)
Pressure range 2
110-580 PSI (8-40 bar)
10.4.2 Control characteristic as a function of flow
rate
250
200
150
50
0
30 10 10 30
p [bar]
40 20 0 20 40 Q [l/min]
100
50 50
P-P
R
P
R
-
T
10.4.3 Leakage in working position incl. pilot flow
Primary pressure [bar] 50 100 200 300
Q
Lv
[cm
3
/min] 235 245 250 260
10.5 Dimensions
LVS-Z.PDRA-FJ-G12A00
135
67,531
66
37
G1/2”
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11 End sections
11.1 Functions
A valve block must by compleded with an end section.
11.2 Ordering code
Functions
No control function, no ports = CA*
LS - LS connection, R port = CAL
LS unloading = CB*
LS
max
pressure relief (P1= ...) = CC*
LS unloading,
LS
max
pressure relief (P1= ...) = CE*
Reduced pilot-pressure for internal
and external use
Pressure relief for the reduced pressure (P=...)
Pressure setting for the reduced pressure (P1= ...) = CS*
LVS CA -- A - G1 0 0L
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
R G1/2” = G1/2
R G3/4” = G3/4
R G1” = G100
Without threaded port = ****
A 00/
Design stage
End section
Options
Pressure
setting in bar
P = ... bar
P1 = ... bar
11.3 Valve models
Model code and symbol Description
LVS-A-CA*-****A00
- no control function
LVS-A-CAL-....A00
R
- threaded port for R
LVS-A-CB*-****A00
MLS
MP
R
- LS unloading
threaded port for R
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LVS-A-CC*-****A00
MLS
R
MP
-LS
max
pressure relief (P1= ...)
- threaded port for R
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS-A-CE*
MLS
R
MP
-LS
max
pressure relief (P1= ...)
- LS unloading
- threaded port for R
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
LVS-A-CS*
Ps
Ts
R
- reduced pilot-pressure for internal and external use
- pressure relief for the reduced pressure (P = ...)
- pressure setting for the reduced pressure (P1 = ...)
Specify pressure setting in bar at the end of the ordering code
11.4 Options
Model code and symbol Description
MP
MR MLS
LVS-A-...-G..A07
- threaded ports for MR (G1/2”), MP and MLS (G1/4”)
R
PLSMP
LVS-A-...-G..A10
- threaded ports for P and R (G1”), MP and LS (G1/4”)
11.5 Dimensions
LVS12-A-CA*-****A00
90
16
32
133
135
M10
15
124
X [mm]
CA* 32
CAL 32
CB* 47
CC* 47
CE* 47
CS* 47
M10
90
135
199
67,5
15
35,75
16
47
31
LVS12-A-CS*-G34A00
X
X
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12 Bolt-on plates
12.1 General technical data
Unit Value
Inlet pressure bar 350
Nominal flow rate, load-control valve l/min LVS08 = 50, LVS12 = 120
Nominal flow rate, DVA and ZVA seat valves (LVS12 only) l/min 150
Nominal flow rate, PEC seat valves (LVS12 only) l/min 60
12.2 Functions
12.2.1 Load-control valves
These bolt-on load control valves, with integral anti-shock
function, ensure load-independent lowering motion at
speeds determined by the inlet flow, with leak-free shut-off
when the directional valve is in its neutral position. The anti-
shock valve setting should preferably be between 100%
and 200% of the highest load pressure. Turning the adjust
ing screw in the clockwise direction reduces the setting, and
this can also be used for emergency lowering of the load.
12.2.2 Seat valves (pilot operated check valves)
Seat valves with electrical override shut off the actuator
lines with zero leakage.
Directional valve must carry code 00, see box port threads
in ordering code
12.2.3 Seat valves with anti-shock/make-up vv.
(overrideable check valves with pressure
relief on the actuator side)
Bolt-on seat valves with service line anti-shock/make-up
valves shut off the actuator lines with zero leakage and pro
tect the actuator from unacceptably large pressure peaks.
12.3 Ordering code
12.3.1 Load-control valves
LVS S3 -- 0
Port threads
to DIN 3852 - Part 2
G1/2” (max. 60 l/min) = 21
G3/4” (max. 120 l/min) = 22
A 00
Design stage
Bolt-on plate
with load-control valves
Options
Actuator port A
Load-control valve
- with pilot ratio 3 : 1 = S30
- without = ***
21
PBH S3- 0
-
Actuator port B
Load-control valve
- with pilot ratio 3 : 1 = S30
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12.3.2 Seat valves
LVS DV -- A
Port threads
to DIN 3852 - Part 2
G1/2” (max. 60 l/min) = 21
G3/4” (max. 120 l/min) = 22
A 00
Design stage
Bolt-on plate
with seat valves
Options
Actuator port A
Seat valve with electrical override
- single-acting seat valve = DVA
- double-acting seat valve = ZVA
- without = ***
J1
PRE -
-
DV B 21
-
Actuator port B
Seat valve with electrical override
- single-acting seat valve = DVB
- double-acting seat valve = ZVB
Nominal voltage
and plug type
12 Volt DC
and AMP Junior Timer = J12
24 Volt DC
and AMP Junior Timer = J24
2
12.3.3 Seat valves, pressure-relief/make-up check
valve
LVS --
Port threads to DIN 3852 - Part 2
G1/2” (max. 60 l/min) = 21
A 02
Design stage
Bolt-on plate
Actuator port A
Pressure-relief and make-up check valve
- press. setting e.g. 210 bar
1)
= 210
- make-up check valve only = NVO
- without = ***
J1
PEC -
-
160 160 21
-
Nominal voltage
and plug type
12 Volt DC
and AMP Junior Timer = J12
24 Volt DC
and AMP Junior Timer = J24
2
Seat valves
with electrical override
Sgl-act. seat valves in A+B = 00
Dbl-act. seat valves in A+B = 02
Actuator port B
Pressure-relief and make-up check valve
- press. setting e.g. 210 bar
1)
= 210
- make-up check valve only = NVO
1) Pressure settings in bar available for the pressure-relief function (measured at 10 l/min test flow) 25, 32, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100, 125, 140, 160, 175, 190, 210,
230, 250, 280, 300, 330, 350 (for other pressures, consult BUCHER)
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12.4 Valve models
Model code and symbol Description
LVSPRA-***-DVB
Dir,
valve
A
B
- seat valve with electrical override (check valve) in actuator port B
LVSPRE-DVA-DVB
Dir,
valve
A
B
- seat valve with electrical override (check valve) in actuator ports
A and B
LVSPEC-...-...-21-J..A00
A
B
Dir,
valve
- seat valve with electrical override with service line anti-shock/
make-up valves (overrideable check valve and pressure relief
on the actuator side) in actuator ports A and B
LVSPBH-***-S30
A
B
Dir,
valve
T
- load-holding valve in actuator port B
LVSPBH-S30-S30
Dir,
valve
A
B
- load-holding valve in actuator ports A and B
12.5 Options
Model code and symbol Description
B
A
LVSPRE-....A01
- Float function
- Orifice Ø 5
12.6 Dimensions
LVSPEC
230
348
82
174
47
23,5
G1/2”G1/2”
18
18
130
83
114,45
23,5
47
G1/2”
G1/2”
LVSPBH-S30-S30-21A00
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13 Accessories
13.1 Assembly kit
To assemble the individual valve sections with assured
functional reliability, 3 tie bolts and hex. nuts are necessary.
Tightening torque = max. 32 Nm in 3 steps (6, 16 and 32
Nm)
13.1.1 Ordering code
3 pcs. tie bolt M10 x ...... (required length in mm)
3 pcs. hex. nut M10, Part No.: 100243580
3248
15
48 48
20
Calculating the tie bolt length:
15 mm + (48 mm x no. of directional valve sec
tions) + width of the end section + 20 mm
Example:
15 + (48x3) + 32 +20 = 211 mm
For ordering purposes, always round up the
calculated tie bolt length to the next 10 mm.
In our example, we therefore need to order 3
pcs of tie bolt with 220 mm.
IMPORTANT: maximal 10 directional sections in one valve block
13.2 Pipe fittings and orifices
Model code Description
Order nomber:
100116329
- Pipe fitting G1/4” for use with max. two orifices M5
(TN3001, Form B)
Application: dampening LS signal for system stabilisation
- Orifice : Ø 0,5 = 100219282
Ø 0,6 = 100209791
Ø 0,8 = 100216052
Ø 1,0 = 100225419
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