• 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    5/8" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 5/8 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
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  • 3/8" BSP Female Blanking Plug - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/4" BSP Female Blanking Plug

    Key Features

    • Type: blanking component for hydraulic lines
    • Thread: 1/4 BSP
    • Function: temporarily or permanently close a port
    • Material: plated steel
    • Use: service isolation; contamination control
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    3/8" BSP Female Blanking Plug - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" BSP Female Blanking Cap

    Key Features

    • Type: blanking component for hydraulic lines
    • Thread: 1/2 BSP
    • Function: temporarily or permanently close a port
    • Material: plated steel
    • Use: service isolation; contamination control
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  • 1/2" BSP Coned Blanking Plug - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    5/8" BSP Coned Blanking Plug

    Key Features

    • Type: 60° coned seat blanking plug
    • Thread: 5/8 BSP
    • Seal: metal-to-metal on 60° cone
    • Material: plated steel for high pressure service
    • Use: safe isolation of unused ports
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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.

  • 3/4" BSP Female Swivel x 3/4" BSP Female Swivel - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/4" BSP Female Swivel x 3/8" BSP Female Swivel

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 1/4 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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  • 3/8" BSP Female x Female x Female Tee - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    3/8" BSP Female x Female x Female Tee

    Key Features

    • Type: straight adaptor (BSP adaptor)
    • Threads: 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
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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 5/8" BSP Female Swivel Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 1/2 to 5/8 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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  • 3/4" BSP Female Swivel x 3/4" BSP Female Swivel - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    3/4" BSP Female Swivel x 3/4" BSP Female Swivel

    Key Features

    • Type: swivel adaptor female to female
    • Threads: 3/4 to 3/4 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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  • 1/4" BSP Male to 1/2 BSP Female Pressure Guage Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    3/8" BSP Male to 1/2" BSP Female Pressure Guage Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: pressure gauge adaptor
    • Threads: 3/8 to 1/2 BSP
    • Seat: 60° cone or flat seat depending on gauge port style
    • Material: plated carbon steel for hydraulic service
    • Use: connect panel or test gauges; transmitters or sensors
    Regular price £4.40 Ex VAT £5.28 Inc VAT
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  • 1/4" BSP Male to 1/2 BSP Female Pressure Guage Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" BSP Male to 1/4 BSP Female Pressure Guage Adaptor

    Key Features

    • Type: pressure gauge adaptor
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1/4 BSP
    • Seat: 60° cone or flat seat depending on gauge port style
    • Material: plated carbon steel for hydraulic service
    • Use: connect panel or test gauges; transmitters or sensors
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSPT Tapered Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/4" BSP Male x 1/4" 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: 1/4 to 1/4 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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  • 3/4" BSP x 3/4" BSP Bulkhead Adaptor with Locknut - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSP Bulkhead Adaptor with Locknut

    Key Features

    • Type: bulkhead adaptor with locknut for panel/tank pass-through
    • Threads: 1/2 to 1/2 BSP
    • Hardware: includes locknut for secure clamping
    • Material: plated carbon steel
    • Use: route hose/pipe through guards or reservoirs cleanly
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  • 1/2" BSP Male x 1/2" BSPT Tapered Adaptor - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    3/4" BSP X 3/4" 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: 3/4 to 3/4 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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  • Bini Rotary Manifold DA Series (2-8 Channels) - Approved Hydraulics
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    Rotary Manifold DA Series (2-8 Channels)

    Key Features

    • Type: hydraulic rotary manifold
    • Channels: 2–8 hydraulic passages
    • Rated pressure: up to 420 bar
    • Speed: 0–12 rpm recommended
    • Mounting: vertical axis; no axial or radial loads
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  • Bini Electrical Swivel (CE Series) - Approved Hydraulics

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    Electrical Swivel (CE Series)

    Key Features

    • Type: electrical slip ring for power and signals
    • Cables: 0.75–4 mm2 cross section; 3 m pigtails each side
    • Options: gold plated contacts for CANBUS signals
    • Integration: can be combined with hydraulic manifold
    • Use: continuous electrical transfer on rotating joints

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    ABER ISO (4 BOLTS) PTO TO OUTPUT SHAFT SAE 1300 ADAPTOR, WITH TWO BEARINGS
    Regular price £139.15 Ex VAT £166.98 Inc VAT
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    ABER ISO (4 BOLTS) PTO TO OUTPUT SHAFT SAE 1300 ADAPTOR, WITH TWO BEARINGS

    Key Features

    • Input: ISO 4-bolt / 8-spline PTO
    • Output flange: SAE 1300
    • Support: two bearings for overhung load
    • Purpose: convert close-coupled PTO to prop-shaft drive
    • Flange diameter: ~97 mm (SAE 1300 class)
    • Use: transmit torque to remote pump or accessory
    Regular price £139.15 Ex VAT £166.98 Inc VAT
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  • SPLINED COUPLING OF SERIES 2 - 3 HOLES
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    SPLINED COUPLING OF SERIES 2 - 3 HOLES

    Key Features

    • Coupling type: splined half-coupling
    • Series: Group 2 (series 2)
    • Mounting: 3-hole pattern
    • Function: torque transfer between pump and drive
    • Material: hardened steel
    • Use: connect group 2 pump to multiplier or motor shaft
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    3 WAYS Manual Diverter Valve 3/4'', 120 l/min
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    3 WAYS Manual Diverter Valve 3/4'', 120 l/min

    Key Features

    • Type: 3-way manual diverter valve
    • Port size: 3/4'' BSP
    • Max flow: 120 l/min
    • Pressure class: up to 350 bar (family rating)
    • Ports: P to pressure; A/B to circuit outlets
    • Operation: lever-actuated; mechanical detents
    • Use: high-flow circuit selection for truck hydraulics
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    BALL VALVE 1" 1/2; BSP; MALE - FEMALE (BRASS) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    BALL VALVE 1" 1/2; BSP; MALE - FEMALE (BRASS)

    Key Features

    • Thread ends: 1 1/2" BSP male × female
    • Body material: brass
    • Typical location: tank admission line (reservoir outlet)
    • Operation: quarter‑turn lever ball valve
    • Service: isolation/flow shut‑off in hydraulic circuits
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  • Oil Filter Element - FRD09/16 - 235mm - 25 µm - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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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
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  • Sensor - PNEUMATIC W/ 1/8" BSP - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    Sensor - PNEUMATIC W/ 1/8" BSP

    Key Features

    • Type: pneumatic pressure sensor/switch
    • Process connection: 1/8" BSP
    • Signal: on/off indication
    • Use: PTO status or hydraulic pressure feedback
    • Mounting: threaded into pneumatic/hydraulic port
    • Compatibility: ABER PTOs/valves with 1/8" BSP ports
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    ABER ZF TRAXON QUILL SHAFT ADAPTOR KIT - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    ABER ZF TRAXON QUILL SHAFT ADAPTOR KIT

    Key Features

    • Compatibility: ZF TraXon 12TX/16TX transmissions
    • ABER reference: VK4029 (quill/adaptor kit)
    • Function: couples gearbox output to high‑power PTO
    • Benefit: robust torque transfer and alignment
    • Use: rear/side PTO installations on TraXon gearboxes
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  • FLANGE DIN 100 EXT.DIAM.100 - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    FLANGE DIN 100 EXT.DIAM.100

    Key Features

    • Flange standard: DIN 100
    • External diameter: 100 mm
    • ABER code: FD100
    • Function: mechanical flange for PTO/pump coupling
    • Use: adapts PTO output to DIN 100 interface
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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.