• Aber Pneumatic Cab Control Units
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    Aber Pneumatic Cab Control Units

    Key Features

    • Function: in-cab pneumatic control for PTO and tipping valve
    • Controls: 3–6 lever options (raise/lower, PTO on/off, body lock)
    • Operation: air-actuated (pneumatic) with panel-mounted levers
    • Connections: push-in tube fittings for nylon air line
    • Power: indicator/switch options for 12/24 V systems
    • Use case: tipper bodies, skip loaders, recovery beds
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    Hydra Part Tipper & PTO Cab Control Unit - Approved Hydraulics
    Regular price £104.40
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    Tipper & PTO Cab Control Unit

    Key Features

    • Use case: In-cab control of PTO engagement and tipping functions
    • Use case: Power take off unit for driving hydraulic pumps on commercial vehicle gearboxes
    • Notes: Specification information is limited in source listing; confirm dimensions and compatibility before purchase
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    Regular price £104.40
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  • Hydra Part Tipper Cab Control Unit (Tip Only) - Approved Hydraulics
    Regular price £98.93
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    Tipper Cab Control Unit (Tip Only)

    Key Features

    • Use case: In-cab control of PTO engagement and tipping functions
    • Notes: Specification information is limited in source listing; confirm dimensions and compatibility before purchase
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  • Support for Hydra Part Cab Control Units
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    Support for Hydra Part Cab Control Units

    Key Features

    • Type: cab control housing
    • Function: mount levers ; toggles and indicators
    • Construction: steel enclosure
    • Use: operator interface on vehicle or plant
    • Ingress: ip rating per build
    • Mounting: dash or pedestal mount
    Regular price £24.40
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  • Adam Hindle

    Sales Director

    I began my engineering career at Stockport College in around 2005, first completing a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, followed by a Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. I then progressed to the University of Salford, where I earned a BEng (Hons) degree in Mechanical Engineering.

    After graduating, I started my professional career with Approved Hydraulics. I initially gained a combination of hands-on workshop experience and telephone-based sales experience. In later years, I moved into a full-time sales role and led the new crane and excavator attachments department that the company had recently established.

  • Mead PTO Switch - Panel/Dash Mounted Air Control Valve (Electrical Release) - Approved Hydraulics
    Regular price £165.30
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    PTO Switch - Panel/Dash Mounted Air Control Valve (Electrical Release)

    Key Features

    • Type: panel or dash mounted pneumatic PTO control valve
    • Function: manually operated 4/2 switching with electric reset
    • Ports: push in fittings typically 6 mm
    • Interlock: safety reset port for handbrake or ECU signal
    • Use: PTO actuation ; hoist ; auxiliary cylinders
    Regular price £165.30
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  • Mead PTO Switch - Panel/Dash Mounted Air Control Valve (Manual Air Release) - Approved Hydraulics
    Regular price £103.94
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    PTO Switch - Panel/Dash Mounted Air Control Valve (Manual Air Release)

    Key Features

    • Type: panel or dash mounted pneumatic PTO control valve
    • Function: manually operated 4/2 directional switching
    • Ports: push in fittings typically 6 mm
    • Reset: pneumatic reset with indicator band
    • Use: PTO actuation ; hoist ; auxiliary cylinders
    Regular price £103.94
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  • Support for ABER ABCD Cab Control Units
    Regular price £19.93
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    Support for ABER ABCD Cab Control Units

    Key Features

    • Component: support bracket for ABCD pattern
    • Material: steel fabrication
    • Finish: protective coating for corrosion resistance
    • Mounting: drilled interface per ABCD dimensions
    • Use: supports ancillary equipment or guards
    Regular price £19.93
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Cab & Tipper Controls

At Approved Hydraulics, you’ll find a fantastic range of cab and tipper controls. From dash-mounted control valves to tipper PTO pumps, we stock a wide selection of high-quality, durable components for fitting to various industrial and commercial vehicles. For more products, check out our full range of PTO equipment


Modern truck cabs deserve the best possible performance, efficiency and longevity when it comes to the perfect tipper PTO pump. At Approved Hydraulics, we offer a superb range of parts from industry-leading manufacturers such as Hydra Part that deliver just that.

With our PTO tipper controls, you’re investing in products that perform reliably, and thanks to premium materials and rigorous testing, they’re incredibly hard-wearing too. Precisely the confidence that you need when working long hours, load after load.

You’ll find a selection of components from our stock for your cab. From dash-mounted PTO switches to complete PTO cab control units and even cab control housing. For additional products, browse the rest of our PTO equipment and standard hydraulic equipment.

Common Calculations FAQs

Calculating force, speed, pressure, power, and efficiency in hydraulic applications.

How do you calculate actuator speed?

Actuator speed is determined by flow rate and cross-sectional area:

Speed = Flow rate ÷ Area

Flow rate is the volume of fluid delivered (in L/min or GPM).

Area is the cross-sectional area of the actuator piston: π × (diameter ÷ 2)².

How do you calculate cylinder force?

Cylinder force can be calculated using:

Force = Pressure × Area

Pressure is the system pressure (in psi or bar).

Area is the cross-sectional area of the cylinder bore (in square inches or square centimeters).

Area = π × (bore diameter ÷ 2)².

How do you calculate pressure drop across a valve?

Pressure drop can be calculated using the valve flow coefficient (Cv):

Pressure Drop (ΔP) = (Flow Rate)² ÷ (Cv² × Fluid Density)

Flow Rate is the fluid flow (in GPM or L/min).

Cv is the valve flow coefficient.

Fluid Density is the density of the hydraulic fluid.

How do you size an accumulator?

Accumulator sizing considers required flow, pressure, and pre-charge:

Accumulator Volume = Flow Rate × Time ÷ Pressure

This determines how much fluid must be stored to maintain system pressure.

How to convert psi to bar?

Use the conversion factor: 1 bar = 14.5 psi.

To convert psi to bar, divide psi by 14.5.

Example: 200 psi ÷ 14.5 = 13.79 bar.

What is pre-charge pressure in an accumulator?

Pre-charge pressure is the initial gas pressure in the accumulator before fluid enters.

It helps maintain system pressure as the accumulator discharges.

Typically set to 70–80% of system operating pressure.

What is specific gravity of hydraulic fluid?

Specific gravity is the ratio of hydraulic fluid density to water.

A value of 1 means equal density.

Less than 1 means the fluid floats; greater than 1 means it sinks.

What is torque in a hydraulic motor?

Torque is the rotational force produced based on system pressure and motor displacement:

Torque = Pressure × Displacement ÷ 2π

Pressure is the operating system pressure.

Displacement is the volume displaced per revolution (in cubic inches or cubic centimeters).

What unit is hydraulic power measured in?

Hydraulic power is measured in horsepower (HP) or kilowatts (kW).

Hydraulic horsepower can be calculated using:

HP = (Pressure (psi) × Flow rate (GPM)) ÷ 1714.

What’s the relationship between pump speed and flow?

Flow rate is directly proportional to pump speed.

If pump speed doubles, flow rate doubles (assuming constant displacement).

This is important when adjusting flow or selecting a pump for varying speeds.