• 3/8 BSPP Double Acting Counterbalance Valve For Open Centre 350 Bar - Bolt Fitting - Steel Body
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    3/8 BSPP Double Acting Counterbalance Valve For Open Centre 350 Bar - Bolt Fitting - Steel Body

    Key Features

    • Type: double acting counterbalance valve for open centre systems
    • Ports: 3/8 BSPP
    • Function: load holding; prevents overrunning loads
    • Modulation: opens with pilot pressure proportional to load
    • Benefit: stable lowering and shock protection
    • Body: steel; serviceable adjuster with lock
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  • BSPP Double Acting Counterbalance Valve For Open Center upto 350 Bar -  Flanged Version  - Steel Body
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    BSPP Double Acting Counterbalance Valve For Open Center upto 350 Bar - Flanged Version - Steel Body

    Key Features

    • Type: double acting counterbalance valve for open centre systems
    • Ports: as specified
    • Function: load holding; prevents overrunning loads
    • Modulation: opens with pilot pressure proportional to load
    • Benefit: stable lowering and shock protection
    • Body: steel; serviceable adjuster with lock
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  • BSPP Double Acting Counterbalance Valve for Closed Centre with Steel Body
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    BSPP Double Acting Counterbalance Valve for Closed Centre with Steel Body

    Key Features

    • Type: double acting counterbalance valve for closed centre systems
    • Ports: as specified
    • Function: load holding; prevents overrunning loads
    • Modulation: opens with pilot pressure proportional to load
    • Benefit: stable lowering and shock protection
    • Body: steel; serviceable adjuster with lock
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  • BSPP Single Acting Counterbalance Valves for Closed Centre with Steel Body
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    BSPP Single Acting Counterbalance Valves for Closed Centre with Steel Body

    Key Features

    • Type: single acting counterbalance valve for closed centre systems
    • Ports: as specified
    • Function: load holding; prevents overrunning loads
    • Modulation: opens with pilot pressure proportional to load
    • Benefit: stable lowering and shock protection
    • Body: steel; serviceable adjuster with lock
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  • Mini Radio Remote Control 4 Button For 2 x Double  Actiong Valves Operation 12-24VDC
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    Mini Radio Remote Control 4 Button For 2 x Double Actiong Valves Operation 12-24VDC

    Key Features

    • Control: 2 x double acting valves
    • Buttons: 4
    • Supply: 12 vdc ; 24 vdc
    • Interface: radio wireless control
    • Typical applications: multi function mobile hydraulics ; cranes ; tail lifts ; tippers
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  • Mini Radio Remote Control 2 Button For Double  Acting Operation 12-24VDC
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    Mini Radio Remote Control 2 Button For Double Acting Operation 12-24VDC

    Key Features

    • Control: double acting operation
    • Buttons: 2
    • Supply: 12 vdc ; 24 vdc
    • Interface: radio wireless control
    • Use: remote actuation of mini power packs ; tipper ; liftgate ; winch circuits
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  • Mini Radio Remote Control 2 Button For Single Acting Operation 12-24VDC
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    Mini Radio Remote Control 2 Button For Single Acting Operation 12-24VDC

    Key Features

    • Mode: single acting operation
    • Buttons: 2
    • Supply: 12 ; 24 vdc
    • Use: compact wireless control
    • Application: hydraulic component
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  • 2 Button On/Off Radio Remote System 12-24VDC prewired 2.4 Mt Cable - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    2 Button On/Off Radio Remote System 12-24VDC prewired 2.4 Mt Cable

    Key Features

    • Buttons: 2 on/off
    • Supply: 12 ; 24 vdc
    • Cable: 2.4 m prewired
    • Use: remote control of basic hydraulic functions
    • Application: hydraulic component
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  • 1/4 Bonded seal - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/4 Bonded seal

    Key Features

    • Part number: DOW14
    • Seal type: Bonded seal washer with elastomer insert
    • Size: 1/4 in
    • Materials: Steel outer ring with nitrile rubber sealing element
    • Typical use: Sealing BSP threaded hydraulic fittings; adaptors; and banjo bolts
    • Benefits: High pressure sealing; good resistance to hydraulic fluids
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  • 1/2 Bonded seal - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £0.78
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    1/2 Bonded seal

    Key Features

    • Part number: DOW12
    • Seal type: Bonded seal washer with elastomer insert
    • Size: 1/2 in
    • Materials: Steel outer ring with nitrile rubber sealing element
    • Typical use: Sealing BSP threaded hydraulic fittings; adaptors; and banjo bolts
    • Benefits: High pressure sealing; good resistance to hydraulic fluids
    Regular price £0.78
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  • 3/4 Bonded seal
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    3/4 Bonded seal

    Key Features

    • Part number: DOW34
    • Seal type: Bonded seal washer with elastomer insert
    • Size: 3/4 in
    • Materials: Steel outer ring with nitrile rubber sealing element
    • Typical use: Sealing BSP threaded hydraulic fittings; adaptors; and banjo bolts
    • Benefits: High pressure sealing; reusable in many service applications
    Regular price £1.50
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £3.13
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    1/2 BSPm x 1/2 BSPm

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic fitting
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1/2 thread
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: connect hydraulic components
    • Standard: BSP and related port forms as specified
    Regular price £3.13
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    Regular price £4.24
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    3/8BSPM - 3/4BSPM Ad

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic fitting
    • Threads: 3/8 to 3/4 thread
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: connect hydraulic components
    • Standard: BSP and related port forms as specified
    Regular price £4.24
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £2.80
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    1/4 BSP x 1/4 BSP M/M Ad

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic fitting
    • Threads: 1/4 to 1/4 thread
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: connect hydraulic components
    • Standard: BSP and related port forms as specified
    Regular price £2.80
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £4.86
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    3/4 BSP x 3/4 BSP M/M Ad

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic fitting
    • Threads: 3/4 to 3/4 thread
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: connect hydraulic components
    • Standard: BSP and related port forms as specified
    Regular price £4.86
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £11.20
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    1" BSP Male x 1" BSP Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight thread adaptor
    • Threads: 1 to 1 thread
    • Standard: BSPP parallel unless specified otherwise
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: join hoses; valves; or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £11.20
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  • 3/8" BSPT Tapered x 3/8" BSPT Tapered
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    3/8" BSPT Tapered x 3/8" BSPT Tapered

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic fitting
    • Threads: 3/8 to 3/8 thread
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: connect hydraulic components
    • Standard: BSP and related port forms as specified
    Regular price £3.23
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 3/8" BSP Fixed Female Extended Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" BSP Male x 3/8" BSP Fixed Female Extended Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight thread adaptor
    • Threads: 1/2 to 3/8 thread
    • Standard: BSPP parallel unless specified otherwise
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: join hoses; valves; or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £2.99
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £5.39
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    1/4 BSP Male x 3/8 BSP Swivel Female

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic fitting
    • Threads: 1/4 to 3/8 thread
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: connect hydraulic components
    • Standard: BSP and related port forms as specified
    Regular price £5.39
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  • 1" BSP Female Blanking Cap
    Regular price £11.29
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    1" BSP Female Blanking Cap

    Key Features

    • Type: port blanking component
    • Thread: 1 BSP
    • Seal: washer or O-ring depending on seat style
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: temporary or permanent closure of ports
    Regular price £11.29
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  • 1/2 BSPT x 1/2 BSPT Tapered Adaptor
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    1/2 BSPT x 1/2 BSPT Tapered Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: adaptor converting parallel to tapered port standards
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1/2 thread
    • Standards: BSPP parallel and BSPT taper as applicable
    • Sealing: taper threads with sealant; parallel with washer/bonded seal
    • Use: connect BSPP components to BSPT ports or vice versa
    Regular price £3.61
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £5.58
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    3/8 BSP Male x 3/8 BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor
    • Threads: 3/8 to 3/8 thread
    • Swivel: captive nut allows orientation during tightening
    • Seal: flat face or cone seat per variant
    • Use: connect hoses where rotation is restricted
    Regular price £5.58
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  • 3/4" BSP x 3/4" BSP Bulkhead Adaptor with Locknut - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £3.71
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    1/4 BSP Bulk Head Adaptors (Supplied without nut)

    Key Features

    • Type: straight thread adaptor
    • Threads: 1/4 thread
    • Standard: BSPP parallel unless specified otherwise
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: join hoses; valves; or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £3.71
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  • 1" BSP Male x 1" BSPT Male Tapered Adaptor
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    1" BSP Male x 1" BSPT Male Tapered Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: adaptor converting parallel to tapered port standards
    • Threads: 1 to 1 thread
    • Standards: BSPP parallel and BSPT taper as applicable
    • Sealing: taper threads with sealant; parallel with washer/bonded seal
    • Use: connect BSPP components to BSPT ports or vice versa
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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.