• 11L Plastic Hydraulic Tank 123mm (AC) Neck Flange
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    11L Plastic Hydraulic Tank 123mm (AC) Neck Flange

    Key Features

    • Capacity: 11 l
    • Material: plastic
    • Neck flange: 123 mm ac
    • Use: ac motor power pack reservoir
    • Mounting: vertical ; horizontal
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  • Solenoid for Mini Power Pack NC and NO Cartridges with Connector
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    Solenoid for Mini Power Pack NC and NO Cartridges with Connector

    Key Features

    • Use: solenoid for nc ; no cartridges
    • Voltage options: 12 vdc ; 24 vdc
    • Connection: din 43650 connector included
    • Duty: 100% ed
    • Ingress: ip65 with gasket
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  • Steel Square Vertical Hydraulic Tank 123mm (AC) Neck Flange (Vertical & Horizontal)
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    Steel Square Vertical Hydraulic Tank 123mm (AC) Neck Flange (Vertical & Horizontal)

    Key Features

    • Material: steel
    • Neck flange: 123 mm ac
    • Orientation: vertical ; horizontal use
    • Use: reservoir for ac mini power packs
    • Compatibility: 123 mm filler ; breather ; central manifold
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  • BSPP Shuttle Valve
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    BSPP Shuttle Valve

    Key Features

    • Type: shuttle valve for dual-source selection
    • Ports: as specified
    • Function: automatically connects higher of two input pressures to the outlet
    • Use: pilot signal selection; brake release; hot-oil shuttle
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  • BSPP Double Acting Pilot Check Valve - Flanged Version
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    BSPP Double Acting Pilot Check Valve - Flanged Version

    Key Features

    • Type: double acting pilot operated check valve
    • Ports: as specified
    • Function: locks actuator in both directions until pilot pressure opens
    • Benefit: load holding with controlled release
    • Use: cylinders that must hold position under load
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  • Suction pipe horizonal
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    Suction pipe horizonal

    Key Features

    • Use: mini power pack component
    • Note: verify variant against datasheet
    • Compatibility: as per title family
    • Application: hydraulic system component
    • Application: hydraulic system component
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  • Normally Open Catridge with Manual Overide Button
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    Normally Open Catridge with Manual Overide Button

    Key Features

    • Valve type: 2/2 poppet normally open
    • Manual override: push button
    • Cavity: sae 08 ; 3/4-16 unf
    • Pressure: up to 350 bar class
    • Flow: up to ~40 l/min class
    • Coil options: 12 vdc ; 24 vdc
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  • Relief valve 50 to 250 Bar Range
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    Relief valve 50 to 250 Bar Range

    Key Features

    • Adjustment range: 50 ; 250 bar
    • Cavity: sae 08 ; 3/4-16 unf
    • Function: pump pressure protection to tank
    • Max working: up to 350 bar class
    • Application: mini power pack manifold
    Regular price £11.15
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  • Adjustable Flow Valve Cartridge
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    Adjustable Flow Valve Cartridge

    Key Features

    • Type: adjustable needle flow control
    • Cavity: sae 08 ; 3/4-16 unf
    • Use: meter in ; meter out flow tuning
    • Pressure rating: up to 350 bar class
    • Application: mini power pack manifold
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  • MINI Power Pack  Hand pump cartridge 7cc (Only Fits AC Manifold)
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    MINI Power Pack Hand pump cartridge 7cc (Only Fits AC Manifold)

    Key Features

    • Stroke displacement: 7 cc
    • Fits manifold: ac central manifold only
    • Function: manual emergency operation of circuit
    • Interface: screw in cartridge
    • Use: operate actuator without electric power
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  • Cavity Plug
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    Cavity Plug

    Key Features

    • Cavity: sae 08 ; 3/4-16 unf
    • Function: blank unused screw in cartridge cavity
    • Sealing: o ring 14.00 x 1.78 mm class
    • Material: steel ; zinc plated
    • Pressure rating: up to 350 bar typical
    • Use: testing ; bypass ; shipping seal
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  • Check valve Cartridge
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    Check valve Cartridge

    Key Features

    • Type: screw in cartridge check valve
    • Cavity: sae 08 ; 3/4-16 unf
    • Function: permits flow 1 -> 2 ; blocks reverse
    • Cracking pressure: 0.3 bar class
    • Use: backflow prevention ; load holding in mini power packs
    Regular price £7.92
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  • MINI Power Pack  8.0 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 8.0 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 8.0 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
    Regular price £90.86
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  • MINI Power Pack  7 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 7 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 7 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
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  • MINI Power Pack  5.8 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 5.8 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 5.8 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
    Regular price £82.79
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  • MINI Power Pack  4.8 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 4.8 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 4.8 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
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  • MINI Power Pack  3.7 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 3.7 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 3.7 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
    Regular price £79.16
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  • MINI Power Pack  2.1 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 2.1 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 2.1 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
    Regular price £75.28
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  • MINI Power Pack  1.6 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 1.6 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 1.6 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
    Regular price £102.65
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  • MINI Power Pack  1.1 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 1.1 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 1.1 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
    Regular price £86.50
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  • MINI Power Pack  0.75 cc/r  Grp 1 pump
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    MINI Power Pack 0.75 cc/r Grp 1 pump

    Key Features

    • Pump group: group 1 external gear pump
    • Displacement: 0.75 cc/rev
    • Rotation: ccw
    • Use: mini hydraulic power pack builds
    • Compatibility: b14 mounting kits ; group 1 couplings
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  • Suction Filter 3/8" BSPF 8lpm
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    Suction Filter 3/8" BSPF 8lpm

    Key Features

    • Connection: 3/8" bspp female
    • Max flow: 8 l/min
    • Type: in tank suction strainer
    • Use: protects pump inlet on mini power packs
    • Installation: screws into suction port inside tank
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  • 24V - 150AMP Starter + Cables and Copper Bar (Kit)
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    24V - 150AMP Starter + Cables and Copper Bar (Kit)

    Key Features

    • System voltage: 24 vdc
    • Current class: 150 a
    • Kit contents: starter cables ; copper bar
    • Use: dc power pack motor relay ; battery link
    • Compatibility: mini power packs ; vehicle auxiliary systems
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    12V - 150AMP Starter + Cables and Copper Bar (Kit)

    Key Features

    • System voltage: 12 vdc
    • Current class: 150 a
    • Kit contents: starter cables ; copper bar
    • Use: dc power pack motor relay ; battery link
    • Compatibility: mini power packs ; vehicle auxiliary systems
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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.