• 3/4" BSPT Male Tapered x 3/4" BSPT Male Tapered Adaptor
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    3/4" BSPT Male Tapered x 3/4" BSPT Male Tapered Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: adaptor converting parallel to tapered port standards
    • Threads: 3/4 to 3/4 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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  • 3/8" Normally Open Poppet Valve 2/2 24vDC Solenoid Operated with connector
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    3/8" Normally Open Poppet Valve 2/2 24vDC Solenoid Operated with connector

    Key Features

    • Valve type: 2/2 poppet ; normally open
    • Port size: 3/8"
    • Actuation: 24 vdc solenoid
    • Connector: din plug included
    • Use: line mounted isolation / bypass
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £7.24
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    1/4 BSP x M18 x 1.5 MM ISO6149 Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight thread adaptor
    • Threads: 1/4 to 1.5 thread
    • Standard: BSPP parallel unless specified otherwise
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: join hoses; valves; or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £7.24
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  • 2 Port 1/2" Pressure Compensated Flow Control Valve
    Regular price £90.06
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    2 Port 1/2" Pressure Compensated Flow Control Valve

    Key Features

    • Type: 2 port pressure compensated flow control cartridge
    • Adjustment: fully adjustable orifice for meter in or meter out
    • Check: reverse free flow check from outlet to inlet
    • Performance: regulates flow largely independent of load pressure
    • Use: precise actuator speed control in mobile hydraulics
    Regular price £90.06
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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.

  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £6.46
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    1/4 BSP Male x 3/8 BSP Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight thread adaptor
    • Threads: 1/4 to 3/8 thread
    • Standard: BSPP parallel unless specified otherwise
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: join hoses; valves; or adapt port sizes
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 3/8" BSP Fixed Female Extended Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £2.46
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    1/4" BSP Male to 3/8" BSP Female Fixed & Extended

    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 £2.46
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  • 1" BSPT Tapered x 1" BSPT Tapered Adaptor
    Regular price £8.41
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    1" BSPT Tapered x 1" BSPT 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
    Regular price £8.41
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  • 3/4" BSP x 3/4" BSP Bulkhead Adaptor with Locknut - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £33.66
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    1" BSP x 1" BSP Bulkhead with Locknut

    Key Features

    • Type: bulkhead adaptor for pass-through mounting
    • Threads: 1 to 1 thread
    • Hardware: supplied with locknut or ring as applicable
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: secure hose or pipe through panels or tanks
    Regular price £33.66
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  • 1 1/4" BSPP X 1 1/4" BSPT Tapered ADAPTOR
    Regular price £14.17
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    1 1/4" BSPP X 1 1/4" BSPT Tapered ADAPTOR

    Key Features

    • Type: adaptor converting parallel to tapered port standards
    • Threads: 1 1/4 to 1 1/4 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 £14.17
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  • Filler Breather - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £39.66
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    Filler Breather

    Key Features

    • Function: vent ; filter air for hydraulic reservoir
    • Interface: flange mount options ; e.g. 83 mm 6 hole pattern
    • Element: replaceable breather element
    • Use: prevents contamination ; equalises tank pressure
    • Application: hydraulic component
    Regular price £39.66
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £25.12
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    1 1/2" BSP Male - 2" BSP Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight thread adaptor
    • Threads: 1 1/2 to 2 thread
    • Standard: BSPP parallel unless specified otherwise
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: join hoses; valves; or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £25.12
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  • 1/2" BSP Coned Blanking Plug - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £10.09
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    3/" BSP Coned Blanking Plug

    Key Features

    • Type: 60° coned seat blanking plug
    • Thread: BSP
    • Seal: metal-to-metal cone sealing
    • Material: plated steel for high pressure service
    • Use: blank unused ports safely
    Regular price £10.09
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £12.06
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    3/4" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor
    • Threads: 3/4 to 1/2 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 £12.06
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  • 1/2" BSP Coned Blanking Plug - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £2.51
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    1/" BSP Coned Blanking Plug

    Key Features

    • Type: 60° coned seat blanking plug
    • Thread: BSP
    • Seal: metal-to-metal cone sealing
    • Material: plated steel for high pressure service
    • Use: blank unused ports safely
    Regular price £2.51
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  • 1/2" BSP Female - 1/2" BSP Female 90° Compact Swivel Adaptor
    Regular price £20.08
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    1/2" BSP Female - 1/2" BSP Female 90° Compact Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: 90° swivel adaptor female to male/female depending on variant
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1/2 thread
    • Swivel: captive nut avoids hose twist on assembly
    • Body: compact or swept body per model for tight routing
    • Use: change hose direction with service access
    Regular price £20.08
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  • 3/8" BSP Female Blanking Plug
    Regular price £8.75
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    3/8" BSP Female Blanking Plug

    Key Features

    • Type: port blanking component
    • Thread: 3/8 BSP
    • Seal: washer or O-ring depending on seat style
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: temporary or permanent closure of ports
    Regular price £8.75
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £3.18
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    3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight adaptor (BSP adaptor)
    • Threads: 3/8 to 1/2 BSP
    • Standard: BSPP parallel per ISO 228 unless otherwise specified
    • Material: plated carbon steel for hydraulic service
    • Use: join hoses; valves; pipe runs or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £3.18
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  • 1/2" BSP Coned Blanking Plug - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £2.32
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    1/8" BSP Coned Blanking Plug

    Key Features

    • Type: 60° coned seat blanking plug
    • Thread: 1/8 BSP
    • Seal: metal-to-metal on 60° cone
    • Material: plated steel for high pressure service
    • Use: safe isolation of unused ports
    Regular price £2.32
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £11.87
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    1/2" BSP Male x 1" BSP Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight adaptor (BSP adaptor)
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1 BSP
    • Standard: BSPP parallel per ISO 228 unless otherwise specified
    • Material: plated carbon steel for hydraulic service
    • Use: join hoses; valves; pipe runs or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £11.87
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £7.12
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    3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 3/8 to 1/2 BSP
    • Swivel: captive nuts allow hose connection without twisting
    • Seal: flat-faced or washered seal depending on variant
    • Use: hose-to-hose connection where orientation matters
    Regular price £7.12
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £7.21
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    1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1/2 BSP
    • Swivel: captive nuts allow hose connection without twisting
    • Seal: flat-faced or washered seal depending on variant
    • Use: hose-to-hose connection where orientation matters
    Regular price £7.21
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  • 3/8" BSP Male for Bonded Seal x 1/4" BSP Female Swivel 90° Compact Elbow
    Regular price £19.93
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    3/8" BSP Male for Bonded Seal x 1/4" BSP Female Swivel 90° Compact Elbow

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 3/8 to 1/4 BSP
    • Swivel: captive nuts allow hose connection without twisting
    • Seal: flat-faced or washered seal depending on variant
    • Use: hose-to-hose connection where orientation matters
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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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    1/8" BSP Male x 1/4" BSP Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight adaptor (BSP adaptor)
    • Threads: 1/8 to 1/4 BSP
    • Standard: BSPP parallel per ISO 228 unless otherwise specified
    • Material: plated carbon steel for hydraulic service
    • Use: join hoses; valves; pipe runs or adapt port sizes
    Regular price £2.80
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/8" BSP Male x 3/8" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 1/8 to 3/8 BSP
    • Swivel: captive nuts allow hose connection without twisting
    • Seal: flat-faced or washered seal depending on variant
    • Use: hose-to-hose connection where orientation matters
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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.