• Filler Breather for Hydraulics Oil Tanks - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    Filler Breather for Hydraulics Oil Tanks

    Key Features

    • Type: Filler breather assembly for hydraulic reservoirs
    • Filtration options: 3 µm ; 10 µm ; 40 µm elements
    • Mounting: Threaded ; bayonet ; or 3-hole flange variants
    • Strainer: Optional tank neck strainer ; coarse mesh
    • Materials: Metal cap with polymer or alloy body ; nitrile seal
    • Use: Vent ; fill point and contamination control for hydraulic tanks
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  • Hydraulics Oil Tank Return Filters (Complete with Housing) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    Hydraulics Oil Tank Return Filters (Complete with Housing)

    Key Features

    • Type: tank top return line filter housing
    • Function: removes contaminants before oil returns to reservoir
    • Options: bypass valve and clogging indicator ports per series
    • Media: accepts cellulose or microglass elements at set micron ratings
    • Use: protect pumps and valves by maintaining fluid cleanliness
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  • Hydraulics Oil Tank Return Filter Element
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    Hydraulics Oil Tank Return Filter Element

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic return filter element
    • Media: cellulose or microglass options depending on series
    • Micron rating: commonly 10 or 25 classes available
    • Service: replaceable element for tank return filter housings
    • Use: maintain ISO cleanliness targets in hydraulic circuits
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  • 2" BSP Male-Male Adaptor
    Regular price £57.80
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    2" BSP Male-Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: Male to male BSP adaptor
    • Thread size: 2" BSPP or BSPT depending on variant
    • Material: Steel or brass per build
    • Standards: Threads to BS EN ISO 228 ; DIN 3852 form A
    • Use: Join two female BSP ports ; hose or manifold interface
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  • Adam Hindle

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    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.

  • 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
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    3/4" BSP Return Filter Housing
    Regular price £19.98
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    3/4" BSP Return Filter Housing

    Key Features

    • Port: 3/4" bspp return
    • Function: return filter head/housing
    • Use: tank top filtration assembly
    • Element: 25 µm compatible
    • Application: hydraulic system component
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  • 127mm 2 bolt level gauge with temp M12 - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    127mm 2 bolt level gauge with temp M12

    Key Features

    • Part number: LVA20TAPM12S01
    • Gauge length: 127 mm
    • Mounting: 2 bolt level gauge for tank side mounting
    • Temperature port: M12 temperature sensor interface
    • Function: Visual oil level indication plus temperature monitoring
    • Typical use: Hydraulic reservoirs; gearboxes; power pack tanks
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    Oil Level & Temperature Gauge (12mm)
    Regular price £23.10
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    Oil Level & Temperature Gauge (12mm)

    Key Features

    • Type: oil level ; temperature dual gauge
    • Probe: 12 mm mounting stud ; vertical tank installation
    • Scale: dial thermometer ; level mark window
    • Use: monitor reservoir level ; oil temperature
    • Material: aluminium ; polycarbonate sight
    Regular price £23.10
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  • 1" BSP Spy Eye Level Gauge (Clear)
    Regular price £11.65
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    1" BSP Spy Eye Level Gauge (Clear)

    Key Features

    • Type: Threaded sight level gauge for hydraulic tanks
    • Thread: 1" BSP
    • Seal: Supplied with rubber sealing washer
    • Head: Hex head with shoulder for seating
    • Colour: Clear
    • Use: Visual oil level indication at reservoir wall
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  • Oil Filter Element - FRD09/16 - 235mm - 25 µm
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    Oil Filter Element - FRD09/16 - 235mm - 25 µm

    Key Features

    • Length: 235 mm
    • Filtration rating: 25 µm (return/air filter element)
    • Series: FRD09/16 replacement element
    • Function: removes contaminants to protect hydraulic circuits
    • Δp guidance: assembly pressure drop < 0.5 bar (typical FRD)
    • Application: hydraulic tank return/air filtration
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  • AIR/Breather Filter Element - FCD01 - 3 µm
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    AIR/Breather Filter Element - FCD01 - 3 µm

    Key Features

    • Type: air/breather filter element
    • Series: FCD01
    • Filtration rating: 3 µm
    • Function: filters intake air on hydraulic reservoir breather
    • Use: protects system from particulate ingress
    • Maintenance: replace during scheduled service or clogging
    Regular price £13.78
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  • Oil Filter Element - FRD08 - 152mm - 25 µm
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    Oil Filter Element - FRD08 - 152mm - 25 µm

    Key Features

    • Part number: CCDEP04
    • Element type: Hydraulic oil filter element replacement
    • Filtration rating: 25 µm
    • Dimensions: 70 mm OD; 28 mm ID; 130 mm height
    • Filter media: UFI.CELL filter media
    • Weight: 0.25 kg
    • Cross references: Sofima CRE025CV1; UFI ERA32NCD
    • Typical use: Oil filtration in hydraulic circuits to protect pumps and valves
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  • Return Air Filter - 235mm - 25 µm
    Regular price £67.00
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    Return Air Filter - 235mm - 25 µm

    Key Features

    • Part number: FRD09
    • Filter type: Return line filter for hydraulic oil systems
    • Filtration rating: 25 µm mesh
    • Height: 235 mm
    • Connection: 1 in BSP
    • Max working pressure: 3 bar
    • Bypass valve: 1.7 bar ±10 percent
    • Materials: Head and cover aluminium; bowl polyamide
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  • Oil Filter Element - FRD17 - 93mm - 25µm
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    Oil Filter Element - FRD17 - 93mm - 25µm

    Key Features

    • Series: FRD17 replacement element
    • Diameter: 93 mm nominal element OD
    • Filtration rating: 25 µm nominal media grade
    • Intended use: particulate removal in hydraulic oil to protect components
    • Applications: return ; suction or low pressure filter housings sized for FRD17 elements
    • Service note: monitor differential pressure and change when indicator shows restriction
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  • Filter Housing Gasket
    Regular price £9.19
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    Filter Housing Gasket

    Key Features

    • Function: seals the interface between hydraulic filter housing and cover to prevent leaks
    • Compatibility: for Hydra Part filter housing family reference CCJUN type
    • Intended use: gasket replacement during element changes or service
    • Applications: tank return ; pressure or suction filter assemblies
    • Service note: replace at each element change to maintain seal integrity
    • Material note: select elastomer compatible with system oil and temperature
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  • Return Air Filter - 152mm - 25 µm
    Regular price £69.98
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    Return Air Filter - 152mm - 25 µm

    Key Features

    • Type: tank top return ; air breather element
    • Length: 152 mm
    • Filtration: 25 µm nominal
    • Use: hydraulic reservoir breathing ; return filtration
    • Compatibility: frd ; similar housings
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  • Donaldson Hydraulic Return Filter Cartridge 25 Micron
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    Donaldson Hydraulic Return Filter Cartridge 25 Micron

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic return filter element
    • Rating: 25 micron filtration class
    • Media: cellulose or synthetic media options
    • Use: protect system from contamination on return line
    • Compatibility: fits designated filter head family
    Regular price £22.09
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  • 1" BSP Spy Eye Level Gauge (Black)
    Regular price £9.11
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    1" BSP Spy Eye Level Gauge (Black)

    Key Features

    • Type: Threaded sight level gauge for hydraulic tanks
    • Thread: 1" BSP
    • Seal: Supplied with rubber sealing washer
    • Head: Hex head with shoulder for seating
    • Colour: Black
    • Use: Visual oil level indication at reservoir wall
    Regular price £9.11
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  • 2" BSP Female Swivel Elbow Hose Insert
    Regular price £94.52
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    2" BSP Female Swivel Elbow Hose Insert

    Key Features

    • Thread: 2" bspp female swivel 60° cone
    • Form: 90° elbow ; hosetail insert for 2" id hose
    • Materials: mild steel ; stainless steel ; polypropylene options
    • Use: braided hose 1-wire ; 2-wire compatible
    • Typical standard: bs 5200 / iso 8434-6 style
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Hydraulic Filters & Tank Spares

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.