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.

2-way, 2-stage, solenoid-operated directional poppet valve - common cavity

Capacity: 40 gpm160 L/min. | Cavity: SC-12-02

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Technical Features [ + ]

This solenoid-operated, 2-way, 2-position cartridge is a pilot-operated, directional poppet valve. This valve offers 2-position, 2-way directional control with a lower pressure drop than its direct-acting counterpart. The valve is available in the normally open and normally closed condition.

The solenoid tube assembly is fatigue rated for 5000 psi (350 bar) service.
All ports are rated to a maximum operating pressure of 5000 psi (350 bar).
This valve is not suitable for load-holding. Up to 9 in3/min (147 mL/min) of leakage is allowed when below a pressure differential of 1000 psi (70 bar) between its ports.
The cartridge installation torque of 37 lbf-ft (50 Nm) is required for best performance.
The valve is available with a manual push-type, with detent, override option (L control) on the normally open configuration. This option is also fatigue rated for 5000 psi (350 bar).
The valve is available with a manual unscrew-type override option (L control) on the normally closed configuration. This option is also fatigue rated for 5000 psi (350 bar).
The metal coil nut is a functional feature of the valve and should be correctly installed for proper performance of the valve.
Coil connector options offer ratings up to IP67. See individual coil product pages for details.
Coils can be mounted on the tube in either direction.

Technical Data [ + ]

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

Cavity	SC-12-02
Series	2C
Capacity	40 gpm160 L/min.
Maximum Operating Pressure	5000 psi350 bar
Typical Valve Leakage at 110 SUS (24cSt) - Normally Open	7 mL/min.@5000 psi7 mL/min.@5000 psi
Typical Valve Leakage at 110 SUS (24cSt) - Normally Closed	3 mL/min.@5000 psi3 mL/min.@5000 psi
Response Time - Typical	300 ms300 ms
Solenoid Tube Diameter	.75 in.19 mm
Valve Hex Size	1.00 in.25,4 mm
Coil Nut Torque	3.5 - 3.9 lbf ft4,8 - 5,3 Nm
Valve Installation Torque	36 - 38 lbf ft49 - 52 Nm
Model Weight	.65 lb0,30 kg

Performance Curves [ + ]

Performance Curve for DGVA: 2-way, 2-stage, solenoid-operated directional poppet valve - common cavity

FAQs [ + ]

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.

How big is a drop of hydraulic oil?

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

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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