Improper fluid levels in a hydraulic system can cause a number of difficult and sometimes even catastrophic failures. For example, having too much hydraulic fluid in the reservoir can cause the reservoir to overflow when a differential cylinder retracts. On the other hand, having too little fluid in the reservoir can introduce air into the system, … [Read more...]
What is hydraulic fluid conditioning – part 1
You’ll have to excuse my shade of indigo. I’m not sure if it’s more Smurf or Na’vi, but back when I first started writing about fluid power, I promised I’d talk about fluid conditioning until I’m blue in the face. I’ll live with the odd skin tone, because fluid conditioning is still one of the most important topics related to hydraulic … [Read more...]
Easy to use hydraulic filter select tool
Bosch Rexroth has developed a filter sizing program that allows users to input various parameters such as fluid type, fluid viscosity, system temperature, and micron rating to evaluate the pressure drop across Rexroth filters. The sizing software (Filter Select) can be used to quickly determine the best filter for a specific hydraulic application … [Read more...]
LC50 In-Line Filter
Schroeder Industries introduces its new In-Line Filter, the LC50. The LC50 is a high pressure filter capable of handling 9 gpm at 150 SUS. The compact design allows for in-line installation on hose reels and is also suitable for a wide variety of other applications with operation pressures of up to 5,000 psi. Our high quality, high collapse … [Read more...]
Dedicated off-line contamination filtration system
Hy-Pro announces the release of two new product lines. The FSWand LFW (non-powered version of FSW) are compact dedicated off-line contamination solutions ideal for small reservoirs and gearboxes as well as diesel engine crankcase conditioning. With standard flow rates ranging from 0.2 GPM (0.75 LPM) to 5 GPM (18.9 LPM), they are the most versatile … [Read more...]
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