Basic Hydraulics

Module 3: Hydraulic components

(Non-return valves)




PREPARED BY

Curriculum Development Unit

August 2013


Applied Technology High Schools, 2013

ATM-312 Basic Hydraulics
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Module 3: Non return valves

Module Objectives

After the completion of this module the student should be able to:

Identify the different types of non return valves and their symbols.
Diffrentiate between the different non return valves.
Explain the function of check valve, shut off valve and pilot check
valve.
Draw the hydraulic circuit diagram.
Simulate the circuit diagram using FluidSim software.
Design and construct the task circuit practically and check its
operation.

Module Contents
1 Non-return valves .......................................................................... 3
1.1 Shut off valve .............................................................................. 3
1.2 Check valve (non-return valve) ..................................................... 3
1.3 Pilot check valve ......................................................................... 4
2 Practical Tasks ............................................................................. 5
2.1 Conveyor tensioning device ........................................................... 5
2.1.1 Procedures of solution .................................................................. 6
2.2 Calender Feeding Devaice ............................................................. 7
2.2.1 Procedures of solution .................................................................. 8

3 References....8







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1- Non - return valves:
Non-return valves are used to block the
flow in one direction and allow free flow in
the other direction.

1-1 Shut off valve
The shutoff valve is a manually operated
valve that controls the supply of fluid to or
within the system (Fig. 3.1a)
The valve has 2 ports (A) and (B) as
shown in the ISO symbol of the shut off
valve (Fig. 3.1b).

1-2 Check valve (Non-return valve)

It used to allow the flow only in one
direction; which means that the flow in the
opposite direction will be completely
blocked.
The valve is shown in Fig. 3.2 a, it has (2
ports A and B). The flow is allowed from
(A) to (B) and blocked from (B) to (A).
The ISO symbol of this valve is shown in
Fig.3.2.b as non-spring check valve and
Fig.3.2.c spring loaded check valve.

Challenge:
Is it possible to modify the hydraulic circuit
in Module 2 practical task 2 by using the
Fluid in order to allow the hydraulic motor
to rotate in one direction only?










(a)




(b)









(a)



(b) (c)

Fig.3.2 :( a): Check valve
(b) ISO symbol of check valve
(non- spring).
(c): ISO symbol of check valve
(spring loaded).





Fig.3.1: (a) Shut off valve.
(b) ISO symbol of shut of
valve

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1-3 Pilot Check valve
The function of the pilot check valve is to
allow the flow only in one direction from
port (A) to port (B), and also allows the
flow in the opposite direction only when
the port (x) has a pilot signal.

These valves have a pilot connection
which can open the valve in the blocked
direction, when a pilot signal is applied.

The valve is shown in Fig. 3.3.a,
it has (3 ports A , B and X )
(A): port for input pressure
(B): port for output pressure
(X): port for pilot pressure

The ISO symbol of this valve is shown in
Fig.3.3.b








(a)
(b)
Fig.3.3: (a) Pilot check valve
(b) ISO symbol of Pilot check
valve.

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2 Practical Tasks
2.1 Practical Task I: Conveyor tensioning device
Exercise description:
Parts are fed through a drying oven on a steel chain conveyor belt. It must
be possible to correct the tracking of the belt by means of a tensioning
device to ensure that the belt does not run off its rollers. This device
consists of a steel roller fixed at one end and movable at the other by
means of a double-acting cylinder. Hydraulic power must be available
continuously. A piloted non-return valve is used to prevent creeping of the
piston rod of the positioning cylinder as a result of oil leakage losses in the
directional control valve.


Positional sketch
2.2 Procedures of solution

1- Draw the hydraulic circuit diagram for the task.
2- Simulate the hydraulic circuit using FluidSim software.
3- Assemble the circuit practically and check its operation.
4- Write down your observations

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2.2 Practical Task II: Calendar feeding device
Exercise description:
In this exercise the student will be familiarized with the application of a
non return valve.
Rolls of paper are lifted into a calendar by a lifting device. The lifting
device is driven by a single acting cylinder. When the hydraulic power
pack is switched on, the pump output flows directly to the cylinder. A
shut off valve, which is closed in its normal position, is fitted in a branch
line leading to the tank. A non return valve is used to ensure that the
pump is protected against the oil back pressure. A pressure relief valve is
fitted above the non return valve to safe the pump against excessive
pressures.
Note
You can use a double acting cylinder as a single acting cylinder
by connecting return stroke port to the tank.

Positional sketch





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2.2.1 Procedures of solution

1- Draw the hydraulic circuit diagram for the task.
2- Simulate the hydraulic circuit using FluidSim software.
3- Assemble the circuit practically and check its operation.
4- Write down your observations



3 References
1. Festo Didactic hydraulic basic level textbook TP 501.
2. Oil Hydraulic Systems, S.R. Majumdar, 2003
3. Different websites.



















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Worksheet

Q1) Draw the ISO symbols for the following parts:








Part Name Symbol


Shut off Valve




Pressure Relief valve






Check valve (non-spring)





Check Valve Spring (Spring
loaded)






Pilot check valve






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Q2) Draw circuits to achieve the following requirements:

Circuit A Circuit B

Controlling a double acting
cylinder using a 4/2 way valve
and a pilot check valve beside
power pack.

Controlling loaded single acting
cylinder using check valve,
pressure relief valve and shut off
valve beside the power pack.
Drawing circuit A Drawing circuit B

































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Q3) Match the components to their functions:














































Component

1. Pilot check Valve

2.


Pressure Relief Valve
3.
Pressure Gauge

4.



Shut off valve


5.

Check Valve


Function






Prevents the maximum
permissible pressure from
being exceeded





Indicated the amount of
pressure in the system






Allows the flow only in one
direction





Opens the valve in the
blocked direction





Ensures safety in hydraulic
system

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