• 45L Monobloc Valve Direct Acting Electric Solenoid Double Acting Spool  (1 8ES) (G)
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    45L Monobloc Valve Direct Acting Electric Solenoid Double Acting Spool (1 8ES) (G)

    Key Features

    • Spool type: double acting 1 es for direct electric solenoid operation
    • Actuation: direct acting electric solenoid (8es) operator
    • Application: cylinder control with electric actuation
    • Compatibility: 45l monobloc valve series
    • Positions: 3 position ; spring return to neutral
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  • 45L Monobloc Valve Direct Acting Electric Solenoid Motor Spool  (2 8ES) (G) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    45L Monobloc Valve Direct Acting Electric Solenoid Motor Spool (2 8ES) (G)

    Key Features

    • Spool type: motor spool 2 es for direct electric solenoid operation
    • Actuation: direct acting electric solenoid (8es) operator
    • Application: bidirectional motors with electric control
    • Compatibility: 45l monobloc valve series
    • Positions: 3 position ; spring return to neutral
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  • 45L Monobloc Valve S/Acting B Spool -Blank A port  (Reqs 30075301 spring kit) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    45L Monobloc Valve S/Acting B Spool -Blank A port (Reqs 30075301 spring kit)

    Key Features

    • Spool type: single acting type 4 ; b port active ; a port plugged
    • Positions: 3 position ; spring return to neutral
    • Use: single acting cylinders
    • Compatibility: 45l monobloc valve series
    • Note: requires single acting spring kit 30075301
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  • 45L Monoblock Valve S/Acting A Spool -Blank B port (Spool Only - Requires B/Plug, Spring and DOW) (G) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    45L Monoblock Valve S/Acting A Spool -Blank B port (Spool Only - Requires B/Plug, Spring and DOW) (G)

    Key Features

    • Spool type: single acting type 3 ; a port active ; b port plugged
    • Positions: 3 position ; spring return to neutral
    • Use: single acting cylinders
    • Compatibility: 45l monobloc valve series
    • Note: requires single acting spring kit 30075301
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  • 90L Monobloc Valve  Single acting spring kit for type 3 & 4 spools - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L Monobloc Valve Single acting spring kit for type 3 & 4 spools

    Key Features

    • Purpose: convert spool to single acting operation
    • Compatibility: 90l monoblock ; spool types 3 ; 4
    • Operation: blanks one work port ; spring return to neutral
    • Application: single acting cylinders ; tipper bodies ; clamps
    • Includes: return spring and end hardware
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  • 90L-100L-120L-150L Control Valve Lever Box - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L-100L-120L-150L Control Valve Lever Box

    Key Features

    • Function: manual lever actuator housing for spool control
    • Compatibility: 90l ; 100l ; 120l ; 150l valve families
    • Adjustment: stroke limiter versions available
    • Lever interface: m10 threaded lever rod
    • Installation: mounts to spool end in place of other actuators
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  • 90L Monobloc Valve Double Acting Spool - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L Monobloc Valve Double Acting Spool

    Key Features

    • Compatibility: 90l gm10 monoblock valves ; walvoil sd11 interchangeable
    • Spool function: double acting ; 3 positions ; spring return to neutral
    • Nominal flow rating: 90 l/min ; max 100 l/min
    • Max operating pressure: 315 bar
    • Ports: 1/2" bsp ; 3/4" bsp options
    • Power beyond: high pressure carry over port available
    • Intended use: cylinder control on mobile equipment
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  • 90L Monobloc Valve S/Acting A Spool -Blank B port & fit spring kit 30075376 - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L Monobloc Valve S/Acting A Spool -Blank B port & fit spring kit 30075376

    Key Features

    • Valve family: 90 l/min monoblock control valve
    • Spool type: single-acting conversion via spring kit
    • Kit reference: 30075376 detent/spring parts
    • Compatibility: type 3 ; type 4 spools in 90l series
    • Ports: typically 1/2" bsp on 90 l/min valves
    • Use: blank one work port to create single-acting function
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  • 90L Monobloc Valve S/Acting B Spool -Blank A port & fit spring kit 30075376 - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L Monobloc Valve S/Acting B Spool -Blank A port & fit spring kit 30075376

    Key Features

    • Valve family: 90 l/min monoblock control valve
    • Spool type: single-acting conversion via spring kit
    • Kit reference: 30075376 detent/spring parts
    • Compatibility: type 3 ; type 4 spools in 90l series
    • Ports: typically 1/2" bsp on 90 l/min valves
    • Use: blank one work port to create single-acting function
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  • 90L Monoblock Valve Double Acting Spool Type ED-1 Right Inlet
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    90L Monoblock Valve Double Acting Spool Type ED-1 Right Inlet

    Key Features

    • Valve: 90L monoblock ; double acting cylinder spool ED-1
    • Inlet: Right hand inlet
    • Function: Cylinder spool with power both directions
    • Use: Double acting actuators
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
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  • 90L Monobloc Valve Motor Spool Type ED-2 Right Inlet
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    90L Monobloc Valve Motor Spool Type ED-2 Right Inlet

    Key Features

    • Valve: 90L monoblock ; motor spool ED-2
    • Inlet: Right hand inlet
    • Function: Motor spool profile for bidirectional motors
    • Use: Maintained flow to motors ; reduced cavitation risk
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
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  • 90L - 120L - 150L Control Valve Lever Box With Stroke Limiter - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L - 120L - 150L Control Valve Lever Box With Stroke Limiter

    Key Features

    • Function: Lever box with built in stroke limiter
    • Compatibility: 90L ; 120L ; 150L valves
    • Use: Precisely limit spool movement from lever
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
    • Adjustment method: External set screws with lock collars
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  • 90L - 100L - 120L -150L Control Valve  End Cap With Stroke Limiter - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L - 100L - 120L -150L Control Valve End Cap With Stroke Limiter

    Key Features

    • Function: End cap with adjustable stroke limiter
    • Compatibility: 90L ; 100L ; 120L ; 150L valves
    • Use: Limit spool travel ; control flow or cylinder stroke
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
    • Adjustment method: Threaded limiter screws with lock nuts
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    90L - 100L - 120L - 150L Control valve Rotary lever kit - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L - 100L - 120L - 150L Control valve Rotary lever kit

    Key Features

    • Function: Rotary lever kit for manual actuation
    • Compatibility: 90L ; 100L ; 120L ; 150L valves
    • Use: Compact lever actuation of work sections
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
    • Actuation geometry: Rotary to linear conversion via clevis lever
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  • 90L-100L-120L-150L Vontrol Valve Hyd Proportional Pilot kit (81M) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L-100L-120L-150L Vontrol Valve Hyd Proportional Pilot kit (81M)

    Key Features

    • Function: Hydraulic proportional pilot conversion kit
    • Kit code: 81M
    • Compatibility: 90L ; 100L ; 120L ; 150L valves
    • Use: Remote proportional control of spools
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
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  • 90L-120L-100L-150L control valve  (8D2) Dual control spool connector Kit - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L-120L-100L-150L control valve (8D2) Dual control spool connector Kit

    Key Features

    • Function: Dual control spool connector
    • Kit code: 8D2
    • Compatibility: 90L ; 100L ; 120L ; 150L valves
    • Use: Mechanically link two control inputs to one spool
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
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    80L-90L-100L-120L-150L control valve Pneumatic Kit  Cylinder Only (also 8EP3/4 kits) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
    Regular price £87.48 Ex VAT £104.98 Inc VAT
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    80L-90L-100L-120L-150L control valve Pneumatic Kit Cylinder Only (also 8EP3/4 kits)

    Key Features

    • Pressure class: Typically 200-315 bar class
    Regular price £87.48 Ex VAT £104.98 Inc VAT
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  • 90L  Monobloc valve single Acting Detent (B Blanked) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L Monobloc valve single Acting Detent (B Blanked)

    Key Features

    • Valve: 90L monoblock ; single acting conversion
    • Spool: B side blanked ; spring return kit fitted
    • Use: Single acting service with return to tank via open port
    • Detent: Maintains actuation in required direction
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
    Regular price £38.61 Ex VAT £46.34 Inc VAT
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  • 90L Monobloc valve single Acting Detent  (A Blanked) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90L Monobloc valve single Acting Detent (A Blanked)

    Key Features

    • Valve platform: 90 l/min monoblock directional valve
    • Spool function: single-acting; a-port blanked
    • Detent: mechanical detent on return stroke
    • Port threads: typically 1/2" bsp p;t;a;b
    • Use: operate single-acting cylinders e.g. tipping
    • Accessories: spring/detent kit 30075376 family
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  • 90LS & 90L Single Microswitch Kit  (Req's switch N/O 30075320 or N/C 20010687 extra as needed - Not included) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    90LS & 90L Single Microswitch Kit (Req's switch N/O 30075320 or N/C 20010687 extra as needed - Not included)

    Key Features

    • Function: Single microswitch to detect spool actuation
    • Compatibility: 90L ; 90LS control valves
    • Contacts: N/O or N/C switch options required separately
    • Use: Electrical signal for interlocks ; indicators
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
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  • 8EP4 Air manifold (block only) for electro / pneumatic valve operation (Fits all air cylinders) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    8EP4 Air manifold (block only) for electro / pneumatic valve operation (Fits all air cylinders)

    Key Features

    • Function: Pneumatic manifold block for electro ; pneumatic actuation
    • Compatibility: Fits 8EP3/8EP4 air cylinders
    • Use: Remote actuation of hydraulic control valve spools
    • Ports: Multiple pneumatic ports to feed cylinders
    • Additional info: See product data sheet for detailed measurements
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  • 45L Monobloc Valve Double Acting Spool Type 1 (G) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    45L Monobloc Valve Double Acting Spool Type 1 (G)

    Key Features

    • Valve: 45 L/min monoblock directional valve
    • Spool type: G ; double acting cylinder spool
    • Center: Spring centered to neutral
    • Use: Double acting cylinders on compact hydraulic systems
    • Mounting: Monoblock casting with work ports
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  • 240L Control Valve 1" Left Inlet Section With Direct PRV Type AC (60-315 Bar Max) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    240L Control Valve 1" Left Inlet Section With Direct PRV Type AC (60-315 Bar Max)

    Key Features

    • Valve series: 240 L/min sectional control valve
    • Section: 1" left inlet with direct relief valve ; type AC
    • Relief range: 60 to 315 bar adjustable max
    • Use: Main supply inlet for 240L stacks
    • Compatibility: Hydra Part 240L sectional family
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  • 240L 1.1/4" Outlet Section Type (RC) - Approved Hydraulics Limited
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    240L 1.1/4" Outlet Section Type (RC)

    Key Features

    • Valve series: 240 L/min sectional control valve
    • Section type: 1.1/4" outlet section ; code RC
    • Mounting: Bolt-in end or intermediate section in stack
    • Use: High flow return/connection section for large circuits
    • Compatibility: Hydra Part 240L sectional family
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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.