Assembly Build Process

Sun's Assembly Build Process allows you to configure a cartridge and manifold, or main stage and pilot stage cartridge, and build a digital assembly in three dimensional space. The resulting output of this process is the assembly product page, including configuration-specific images, symbols, product information and CAD files for download.

The Assembly Build Process can be accessed from either a cartridge or manifold product page. Only valid choices are allowed.

From a manifold page, you must first choose your cartridge function. Once you choose your function, click on the BUILD ASSEMBLY button below the WHERE TO BUY BUTTON. Once clicked, you will be presented with valid cartridges for your manifold. Select the cartridge of your choice and follow the instructions at the top of the page. If your particular combination has been generated before, the resulting assembly page will be available immediately. If not, you will be asked to enter your email address. Once the page is complete, an email will be sent to you including a link to the assembly product page.

From a cartridge product page, click on BUILD ASSEMBLY and you will be presented with a listing of compatible manifolds. In the case of main stage and pilot stage cartridges, you can either build a cartridge to cartridge assembly or a cartridge to manifold assembly. Once your choice has been made, follow the instructions at the top of the page. If your particular combination has been generated before, the resulting assembly page will be available immediately. If not, you will be asked to enter your email address. Once the page is complete, an email will be sent to you including a link to the assembly product page.

Please note that the Assembly Build Process is an automated process. It can be utilized at any time. Pages are generated typically within minutes but delays can occasionally be expected. In the event of a delay, a team at Sun will work to resolve the issue to ensure you receive your information as quickly as possible.

4-way, 3-position, pilot-to-shift directional valve

Capacity: 25 - 100 gpm95 - 380 L/min. | Cavity: T-63A

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Technical Features [ + ]

Three-position, 4-way directional cartridges are spring-centered, 6-port directional valves that can be configured from a choice of spool options. The supply port is port 3 and all ports will accept 5000 psi (350 bar). Capacity for these pilot-to-shift valves is dependent on the spool type specified.

All ports will accept 5000 psi (350 bar), including the x and y pilot ports (port 5 and port 6).
The reason for the different capacities, or performance limits, for the different spool configurations are flow forces. Flow forces are proportional to flow and pressure drop. Typically, they resist the opening of a passage. Spool configurations that open passages as they spring center are the most susceptible. If the flow forces due to the flow and pressure conditions exceed the centering spring force the valve may not shift completely. Higher flows may be used at lower pressures.
Leakage listed in technical data is for each path.
The pilot ports, 5 and 6, are positively sealed from the work ports.
Cartridges configured with EPDM seals are for use in systems with phosphate ester fluids. Exposure to petroleum based fluids, greases and lubricants will damage the seals.
Hardened spool and sleeve provide consistent and low spool leakage rates and excellent wear characteristics.
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.

Technical Data [ + ]

Note: Data may vary by configuration. See CONFIGURATION section.

Cavity	T-63A
Series	3
Capacity	25 - 100 gpm95 - 380 L/min.
Maximum Operating Pressure	5000 psi350 bar
Minimum Pilot Pressure Required to Shift Valve	125 psi9 bar
Maximum Valve Leakage at 110 SUS (24 cSt)	2 in³/min.@1000 psi30 cc/min.@70 bar
Pilot Volume Displacement	.17 in³2,8 cc
Valve Hex Size	1 1/4 in.31,8 mm
Valve Installation Torque	150 - 160 lbf ft203 - 217 Nm
Model Weight	1.80 lb0,80 kg
Seal kit - Cartridge	Buna: 990063007
Seal kit - Cartridge	EPDM: 990063014
Seal kit - Cartridge	Polyurethane: 990063002
Seal kit - Cartridge	Viton: 990063006

Performance Curves [ + ]

Performance Curve for DCEC: 4-way, 3-position, pilot-to-shift directional valve

FAQs [ + ]

How big is a drop of hydraulic oil?

There are exactly 250 Sun drops in a cubic inch or 15 in a cc.

Direct acting or pilot operated - what do I use?

Direct-acting valves are used to prevent over pressure, and pilot-operated valves are used to regulate pressure. If you are unsure, use a direct-acting valve. Sun's direct acting valves are very fast, dirt tolerant, stable, and robust. Sun's pilot-operated valves are moderately fast, they have a low pressure rise vs. flow curve, and they are easy to adjust.

What parts of the Sun cartridge valve are field serviceable?

Only external seals are serviceable. Sun offers replacement seal kits for all cartridge models. The applicable kit part number can be found in the product page's Technical Data table or by using our Cartridge Seal Kit search function located under Accessories. Please note: Converting the external seals from one material to another does not ensure fluid compatibility with that material due to the existence of internal seals within the cartridge.

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