• 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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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
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  • Double Acting Pilot Check Valves - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    Double Acting Pilot Check Valves

    Key Features

    • Function: locks cylinder in position until piloted open
    • Ports: 1/4" ; 3/8" ; 1/2" bspp options
    • Pilot ratio: 3.1 ; 4.1 options
    • Cracking pressure: 3 ; 5 bar typical
    • Use: load holding on da cylinders
    • Mounting: in line block
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  • 1/2-3/8 BSPP Flow Divider 15-40  L/Min - 210 Bar
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    1/2-3/8 BSPP Flow Divider 15-40 L/Min - 210 Bar

    Key Features

    • Type: straight adaptor (BSP threading per title)
    • Threads: 3/8 thread
    • 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
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  • Hydra Part CETOP 3 Pressure Reducing Module Valve - P to T (ZPR-6-D-P-1-210YM) - Approved Hydraulics
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    CETOP 3 Pressure Reducing Module Valve - P to T (ZPR-6-D-P-1-210YM)

    Key Features

    • Interface: iso 4401-03 cetop 3 ng06
    • Type: 3 way direct operated pressure reducing
    • Primary pressure: max 315 bar
    • Secondary pressure: 210 bar
    • Max flow: 30 l/min
    • Ports: reduction in p ; relief to t
    • Typical use: reduce downstream circuit pressure below main line
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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.

  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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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
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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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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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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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
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  • 3/4" BSP x 3/4" BSP Bulkhead Adaptor with Locknut - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    3/4" BSP x 3/4" BSP Bulkhead Adaptor with Locknut

    Key Features

    • Type: bulkhead adaptor with locknut for panel/tank pass-through
    • Threads: 3/4 to 3/4 BSP
    • Hardware: includes locknut for secure clamping
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: route hose/pipe through guards or reservoirs cleanly
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  • 1" Bonded seal - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1" Bonded seal

    Key Features

    • Type: bonded sealing washer
    • Size: per selection
    • Construction: elastomeric sealing element bonded to metal washer
    • Use: high pressure face sealing on parallel threads/ports
    • Benefit: reliable leak-tight joint under vibration
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" BSP Male x 3/4" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor (male to female)
    • Threads: 1/2 to 3/4 BSP
    • Swivel: captive nut allows hose connection without twisting
    • Seal: cone/washer seal depending on variant
    • Use: connect hoses where rotation during assembly is restricted
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 3/8" BSP Fixed Female Extended Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Fixed Female Extended Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: male to fixed female extended adaptor
    • Threads: 3/8 to 1/2 BSP
    • Body: extended length to clear guards or deep ports
    • Material: plated carbon steel for hydraulic service
    • Use: adapt port gender/size and increase spanner access
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSPT Tapered Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSPT Tapered Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: parallel-to-taper adaptor for BSP connections
    • Standards: BSPP (ISO 228) to BSPT (ISO 7) depending on ends
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1/2 BSP
    • Sealing: taper thread seals with thread sealant; parallel with washer/bonded seal
    • Use: connect tapered ports to parallel hose/valve fittings
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  • 3/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Male Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £2.36
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    3/8" BSP Male x 3/8" BSP Male Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: straight adaptor (male to female)
    • Threads: 3/8 to 3/8 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 £2.36
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  • 3/4" BSP Female Swivel x 3/4" BSP Female Swivel - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" BSP Female Swivel x 5/8" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor (male to male)
    • Threads: 1/2 to 5/8 BSP
    • Swivel: captive nut allows hose connection without twisting
    • Seal: cone/washer seal depending on variant
    • Use: connect hoses where rotation during assembly is restricted
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  • PTO UNI (3 Bolts) to PUMP EN/ISO (4 Bolts) adapter Complete With Studs And Gaskets
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    PTO UNI (3 Bolts) to PUMP EN/ISO (4 Bolts) adapter Complete With Studs And Gaskets

    Key Features

    • Function: adapts UNI 3-bolt PTO to ISO 4-bolt pump flange
    • Includes: studs and gaskets for installation
    • Benefit: cross-standard PTO–pump compatibility
    • Use case: mount ISO 4-bolt pump on UNI 3-bolt PTO
    • Mounting pattern: UNI (3 holes) ↔ ISO (4 holes)
    • Application: direct-mount pump drive on truck PTOs
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  • SENSOR FAE 41020 - NC (ISUZU,ZF S5-42,TOYOTA SUP.) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    SENSOR FAE 41020 - NC (ISUZU,ZF S5-42,TOYOTA SUP.)

    Key Features

    • Type: Normally-Closed (NC) electrical sensor
    • Model: FAE 41020
    • Compatibility: ISUZU, ZF S5-42, Toyota (per listing)
    • Function: PTO status/actuation indication
    • Install: mounts to compatible ABER PTO housings
    • Leads: electrical connection suitable for vehicle harness
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  • Black mechanical component with 'Aber' branding on a white background
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    ABER Side Mounting Steel Tank; Long Optical Level; With Oil return Filter

    Key Features

    • Mounting: side mounting with belts/brackets
    • Material: steel construction
    • Oil level: long optical level gauge
    • Filler-breather: cap with integral air filter
    • Return filtration: tank-top return filter (single)
    • Suction port: 1 1/2" BSP (TSB family)
    • Capacity range: ~80–250 litres (TSB series)
    • Construction: ~2 mm plate with robotic welded seams
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  • Aber Pneumatic Cab Control Units - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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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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    1/2" 4 Bank 45L Monoblock Control Valve - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" 4 Bank 45L Monoblock Control Valve

    Key Features

    • Valve type: monoblock control valve
    • Flow rating: 45 l/min
    • Banks: 4
    • Ports: 1/2" bspp work ports
    • Operation: lever
    • Use: compact hydraulic circuits
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  • 160L Monoblock Valve 3/4" BSP Double Acting Spring Return - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    160L Monoblock Valve 3/4" BSP Double Acting Spring Return

    Key Features

    • Nominal flow: 160 lpm
    • Max flow: 200 lpm
    • Operating pressure: up to 250 bar
    • Ports: 3/4" bsp
    • Spool: double acting ; spring return to neutral
    • Features: built in adjustable main relief valve
    • Use: high flow mobile hydraulics
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  • 24VDC Proportional Solenoid PWM For Scanreco Mod10  Actuator Valve 14mm Dia Hole x 39mm Long
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    24VDC Proportional Solenoid PWM For Scanreco Mod10 Actuator Valve 14mm Dia Hole x 39mm Long

    Key Features

    • Voltage: 24 vdc
    • Control: pwm proportional
    • For: scanreco mod10 actuator valve
    • Core size: 14 mm id x 39 mm long
    • Application: hydraulic attachment component
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  • Pilot Feed Adaptor And Blanking Cap Kit For Servo Module Tie Rods Scanreco - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    Pilot Feed Adaptor And Blanking Cap Kit For Servo Module Tie Rods Scanreco

    Key Features

    • Function: pilot feed adaptor ; blanking cap kit
    • Use: servo module tie rods
    • Benefit: clean pressure tapping ; sealed blanking
    • Compatibility: scanreco servocontrol stacks
    • Application: hydraulic attachment component
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  • 1" Male Female Tipper Quick Release  Coupling (Set) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1" Male Female Tipper Quick Release Coupling (Set)

    Key Features

    • Size: 1"
    • Type: screw type quick release set
    • Ends: male ; female pair
    • Use: tipper circuit disconnect
    • Application: single acting tipping gear
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  • Aluminium Hydraulic FEMALE Shaft AGRI PTO Gearbox 3:1 Ratio (10 kW Max) with Group 2 Pump - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    Aluminium Hydraulic FEMALE Shaft AGRI PTO Gearbox 3:1 Ratio (10 kW Max) with Group 2 Pump

    Key Features

    • Construction: aluminium housing
    • Shaft: female
    • Ratio: 3.1
    • Max power: 10 kw
    • Pump: integrated group 2 pump
    • Use: agricultural hydraulic drive
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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.