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SUN HYDRAULICS
RPIELAV

  • SUN HYDRAULICS
  • Material:RPIELAV
  • Model:RPIE-LAV
  • Summary:Cartridge

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***Disclaimer: The following summary contains information gathered from various sources such as product descriptions, technical specifications and catalogs. While efforts have been made to provide accurate details, inaccuracies may occur. It is advised to verify all information by contacting Sun Hydraulics directly.***
The Sun Hydraulics RPIELAV (RPIELAV) is a fast-acting, pilot-operated, balanced piston relief cartridge designed to protect hydraulic components from pressure transients. This normally closed, pressure-limiting valve opens quickly to throttle flow and limit pressure rise when the inlet port reaches the valve setting. It is characterized by low pressure rise versus flow and rapid response times. The valve is suitable for cross-port relief circuits, accepting maximum pressure at port 2, though users should consider spool leakage in such applications. The main stage orifice is safeguarded by a 150-micron stainless steel screen, and the valve's floating style construction helps prevent internal binding due to excessive installation torque or machining variations. Notably, this cartridge is not intended for load-holding applications due to potential spool leakage. The RPIELAV features a T-16A cavity and Series 3 capacity of up to 100 gpm (380 L/min). It operates at a maximum pressure of 5000 psi (350 bar) with typical response times around 2 ms. Maximum valve leakage at 110 SUS (24 cSt) is specified at 4 in\u00b3/min (65 cc/min) under 1000 psi (70 bar). Adjustments are made via an internal hex screw with five clockwise turns increasing the setting; it includes a locknut for securing adjustments. The valve's hex size measures 1\u00bc inches (31.8 mm), requiring installation torque between 150-160 lbf ft (203-217 Nm), while the locknut demands torque of 80-90 lbf in (9-10 Nm). Weighing approximately 1.20 lb (0.55 kg), this unit incorporates Viton seals for durability and reliability in various hydraulic applications where quick relief from overpressure conditions is essential.

Fast-acting, pilot-operated, balanced piston relief cartridges are normally closed, pressure-limiting valves used to protect hydraulics components from pressure transients. Fast opening and closing is gained at the expense of smoothness. When the pressure at the inlet (port 1) reaches the valve setting, the valve starts to open to tank (port 2), throttling flow to limit the pressure rise. These valves have low pressure rise vs. flow and are very fast.

  • All 2-port relief cartridges (except pilot reliefs) are physically and functionally interchangeable (same flow path, same cavity for a given frame size).
  • Will accept maximum pressure at port 2; suitable for use in cross port relief circuits. If used in cross port relief circuits, consider spool leakage.
  • Main stage orifice is protected by a 150 micron stainless steel screen.
  • Not suitable for use in load holding applications due to spool leakage.
  • Back pressure on the tank port (port 2) is directly additive to the valve setting at a 1:1 ratio.
  • Incorporates the Sun floating style construction to minimize the possibility of internal parts binding due to excessive installation torque and/or cavity/cartridge machining variations.

CavityT-16A
Series3
Capacity100 gpm380 L/min.
Factory Pressure Settings Established at4 gpm15 L/min.
Maximum Operating Pressure5000 psi350 bar
Response Time - Typical2 ms2 ms
Maximum Valve Leakage at 110 SUS (24 cSt)4 in³/min.@1000 psi65 cc/min.@70 bar
Adjustment - Number of Clockwise Turns to Increase Setting55
Valve Hex Size1 1/4 in.31,8 mm
Valve Installation Torque150 - 160 lbf ft203 - 217 Nm
Adjustment Screw Internal Hex Size5/32 in.4 mm
Locknut Hex Size9/16 in.15 mm
Locknut Torque80 - 90 lbf in.9 - 10 Nm
Model Weight1.20 lb0,55 kg
Seal kit - CartridgeViton: 990-016-006

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