Proportional Valve Group: PVE, Series 4 For PVG 32/100/120 and PVHC

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Proportional Valve Group

PVE, Series 4 for PVG 32/100/120
and PVHC
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Technical Information PVE, Series 4 for PVG 32/100/120 and PVHC
Revision History Table of Revisions
Date Changed Rev
Jan 2014 Converted to Danfoss layout – DITA CMS GD
March 2013 Back page matter change GC
Aug 2012 Various changes, new articles about NP GB
May 2012 Major update GA
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Contents
General Information
List of abbreviations for PVG/PVE...............................................................................................................................................5
Literature reference for PVG products...................................................................................................................................... 6
Standards for PVE............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
PVE with connector variants.........................................................................................................................................................7
Warnings..............................................................................................................................................................................................7
PVE series 4 introduction............................................................................................................................................................... 7
PVE stands for PVE actuator .........................................................................................................................................................8
Overview..............................................................................................................................................................................................9
Functionality
PVG functionality............................................................................................................................................................................10
PVE functionality............................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Hydraulic subsystems............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVEA...............................................................................................................................12
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVHC.............................................................................................................................. 12
Mechanical subsystem............................................................................................................................................................13
Electronic subsystem...............................................................................................................................................................13
Safety and monitoring
Fault monitoring and reaction.................................................................................................................................................. 15
Active fault reaction is activated after 500 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms). .............................................................. 15
Passive fault reaction is activated after 250 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms).............................................................. 15
The solenoid valves are disabled when:...........................................................................................................................16
Spool position feedback (-SP)....................................................................................................................................................16
Direction indication feedback (-DI)......................................................................................................................................... 17
Solenoid disabling function (-NP)............................................................................................................................................ 18
Safety in application
Building in safety............................................................................................................................................................................19
FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) IEC EN 61508............................................................................................. 19
Hazard and risk analysis ISO 12100-1 / 14121................................................................................................................ 19
Control system example..............................................................................................................................................................19
Typical wiring block diagram example.............................................................................................................................21
Example of fault monitoring.................................................................................................................................................23
PVG 32 – mainly used in system with fixed displacement pumps......................................................................... 23
PVG100 – Alternative LS dump or pilot supply disconnect...................................................................................... 24
PVG120 – Pump disconnect/block for variable pumps.............................................................................................. 24
PVE control
PVE control by voltage................................................................................................................................................................. 25
PLUS+1® compliance............................................................................................................................................................... 25
ATEX PVE......................................................................................................................................................................................26
PVEU–PVE with fixed control signal range...................................................................................................................... 26
PVE controlled with PWM signal......................................................................................................................................... 26
PVEP.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
PVEO................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
PVE ON/OFF activation........................................................................................................................................................... 28
PVE for float spool..........................................................................................................................................................................28
There are two variants of float spool PVBS......................................................................................................................28
PVHC control....................................................................................................................................................................................31
PVE hysteresis..................................................................................................................................................................................31
Example of PVE use....................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Technical Data
PVE operating parameters .........................................................................................................................................................34
PVHC control specification......................................................................................................................................................... 35
PVEO and PVEM control specification.................................................................................................................................... 36
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU control specification ........................................................................................................... 36
PVEP control specification.......................................................................................................................................................... 37
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PVE dimensions for PVG 32 and PVG 100..............................................................................................................................38

PVE dimensions for PVG 120......................................................................................................................................................40
PVEO pinout.....................................................................................................................................................................................41
PVEO connection............................................................................................................................................................................42
PVE standard connection data / pinout ................................................................................................................................42
PVE standard connections.....................................................................................................................................................43
Standard PVE with DI...............................................................................................................................................................43
Standard PVE with SP.............................................................................................................................................................. 44
Standard PVE with NP............................................................................................................................................................. 44
PVHC connection........................................................................................................................................................................... 45
PVE with separate float pin.........................................................................................................................................................45
PVEP with controled PWM..........................................................................................................................................................46
PVE warnings
PVE warnings................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
PVE code numbers
PVE code numbers for PVG 32 and PVG 100 use................................................................................................................48
PVE code numbers for use on PVG 120..................................................................................................................................49
PVE accessories............................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Connector code numbers at other suppliers ......................................................................................................................51
PVED code numbers for use on PVG 32 and PVG 100...................................................................................................... 51
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List of abbreviations for PVG/PVE
Abbreviation Description
ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit - the part of the PVE where spool position is controled to
follow setpoint
ATEX Certificated for use in explosive environment
AVC Auxillery Valve Comand - ISOBUS/J1939 standard signal for valve control
AVCTO Auxillery Valve Comand Time Out - Fault monitoring setting
AVEF Auxillery Valve Estimated Flow - ISOBUS/J1939 standard signal for valve feedback
CAN Controller Area Network - Communication method used by PVED
CLC Closed Loop Circuit
CRC Cyclic Redundancy Check - Method for ensuring validity of data.
-DI PVE with Direction Indication
DM1 Diagnostic Message 1 - J1939 message informing about present fault
DM2 Diagnostic Message 2 - J1939 message informing about fault history
DM3 Diagnostic Message 3 - J1939 message clearing fault history
DSM Device State Machine. Deterministic description of system process
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EH Electro Hydraulic
-F PVE for Float spool. Two variants: 4 pin with float at 75%. 6 pin with separate float.
FMEA Failure Mode Effect Analysis
ISOBUS Communication standard for CAN
J1939 Communication standard for CAN
LED Light Emitting Diode
LS Load Sensing
LVDT Linear Variable Differential Transducer - Position sensor
NC Normally Closed solenoid valve in PVE
NC-H Normally Closed standard solenoid valve - like in PVEH
NC-S Normally Closed solenoid valve Super - like in PVES
NO Normally Open solenoid valve in PVE
PLC Programmable Logical Circuit
PLUS+1® Trademark for Danfoss controllers and programming tool
POST Power On Self Test. Boot up evaluation for PVED
Pp Pilot Pressure. The oil gallery for PVE actuation
PVB Proportional Valve Basic module - valve slice
PVBS Proportional Valve Basic module Spool
PVBZ Proportional Valve Basic module Zero leakage
PVE Proportional Valve Electric actuator
PVEA PVE variant with 2-6 % hysteresis
PVED PVE variant Digital controlled via CAN communication
PVEH PVE variant with 4-9% Hysteresis
PVEM PVE variant with 25-35% hysteresis
PVEO PVE variant with ON/OFF actuation
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Abbreviation Description
PVEP PVE variant PWM controled
PVES PVE variant with 0-2% hysteresis
PVEU PVE variant with US 0-10V
PVG Proportional multi-section Valve Group
PVHC PV variant with Current controlled valve actuator
PVM Proportional Valve Manual control with handle
PVP Proportional Valve Pump side module.Inlet
PVS Proportional Valve end plate
PVSK Proportional Valve end plate crane. Inlet module with Spool Control
PWM Pulse Width Modulation
S4 DJ Series 4 Digital J1939 service tool software for PVED-CC
SAE Society Automotive Engineering
-R PVE with Ramp function
-NP PVE with solenoid disable in Neutral Position
-SP PVE with Spool Position feedback
uC Micro-controller
uCSM Micro-controller State Machine
UDC Power supply Direct Current; also called Vbat for battery voltage
US Steering voltage for the PVE control; also called VS
Literature reference for PVG products
Literature reference
Title Type Order
number
PVG 32 Proportional valve group Technical Information 520L0344
PVG 32 Metric ports Technical Information 11051935
PVED-CC Electro-hydraulic actuator Technical Information 520L0665
PVED-CX Electro-hydraulic actuator Technical Information 11070179
Basic module for PVBZ Technical Information 520L0721
PVSK module with integrated diverter valve and P-disconnect function Technical Information 520L0556
PVPV / PVPM pump side module Technical Information 520L0222
Combination module PVGI Technical Information 520L0405
PVSP/M Priority module Technical Information 520L0291
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Standards for PVE
• International Organization for Standardization ISO 13766 Earth moving machinery - Electromagnetic
compatibility.
• EN 50014:1997 +A1, A2: 1999
• EN 50028: 1987. For ATEX approved PVE
‒ IEC EN 61508
‒ ISO 12100-1 / 14121
‒ EN 13849 (Safety related requirements for control systems)
‒ Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC” (1st Edition December 2009)
PVE with connector variants
Hirschmann/DIN variant Deutsch variant AMP variant
Warnings
Please work through all warnings before implementing actuators in any application. The list of warnings
must not be seen as a full list of potential dangers. Depending on application and use other potential
dangers can occur.
Warnings are listed next to the most relevant section and repeated in a special section at the end of
technical data. See Product warnings for more information.
W Warning
All brands and all types of directional control valves – including proportional valves – can fail and cause
serious damage. It is therefore important to analyze all aspects of the application. Because the
proportional valves are used in many different operation conditions and applications, the machine
builder/ system integrator alone is responsible for making the final selection of the products – and
assuring that all performance, safety and warning requirements of the application are met.
PVE series 4 introduction

PVE Series 4 is the common name for the Danfoss PVG electrical actuator. This technical information
covers our voltage controlled PVE and our current controlled PVHC actuator. For the PVHC please see in
the PVHC sectionl. The digital actuators PVED-CC and PVED-CX are covered in their special technical
information.
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General Information
PVE controlled PVG with PVSK
PVE stands for PVE actuator

The Danofss PVE is built on more than thirty years experience of electrical valve control and is the perfect
fit for our high performance proportional valves PVG 32, PVG 100 and PVG 120, as it is for our EH steering.
All our products are developed in close cooperation with system manufacturers from the mobile
hydraulic market. That is the reason for our high performance in all market segments
The PVE can be controlled from a switch, a joystick, a PLC, a computer or a Danofss PLUS+1® micro-
controller. The PVE is available in multiple variants. A short list here just gives the main variations.
Available PVE variants

Actuation On/Off
Proportional - Closed loop controlled
Proportional - Direct control
Control signal Voltage
PWM
Current (PVHC)
Precision Standard precision
High precision
Super high precision
Feedback Spool position
Direction indicator
Error
None
Connectors Deutsch
AMP
DIN/Hirschmann
Fault detection and reaction Active
Passive
None
Power supply 11 V – 32 V multi-voltage
12 V
24 V
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Overview
The PVG is a sectional spool valve stack with up to 12 individually controlled proportional valves. The PVG
with the PVE can be operated as single valves or several valves in cooperation. The oil flow out of the
work section (A- or B-port) can be controlled by a combination of the following:
• PVE controlling the spool position using pilot oil pressure.

• A handle (PVM) in mechanical interface with the spool.
PVG 32 structural lay-out with naming
Legend:
A – A-port
B – B-port
C – PVS end plate
D – PVB basic module
E – Connector Pin
T – Tank port
P – Work flow
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Functionality
PVG functionality
The PVG valve distributes oil from pump flow to a particular work function in the application via a specific
valve section. This is done by moving the spool (PVBS).
Depending on the choice of components the oil work flow enters the PVG through the PVP (proportional
valve pump side module), a PVSK, a mid inlet or other system interface and enters the PVB (proportional
valve basic module) via the P gallery and leaves through the T gallery.
The PVP/PVSK also supplies the Pilot oil pressure (Pp) for the PVE to activate the spool (PVBS). Special
designed float spools also allow oil flow in both directions between A- and B-port not opening to pump
nor tank.
When looking at the figure you see the valve section from PVP towards PVS with the PVM and PVE
standard mounted. When PVM and PVE are interchanged it’s called option mounted.
Valve section with naming - standard mounted - seen from PVP
P -> A
Pilot oil supply
B port Oil A port

PVE
PVB
PVM
Electronics
Neutral spring
NC Solenoid valve PVBS

LVDT <- Retract towards PVE
Extend away from PVE ->
NO solenoid valve
V310072.A
Oil out of A-port = PVM pushed towards PVB = retract = LVDT moves into PVE.
With the spool in neutral, default position when held by the neutral spring, the connection to the
application via ports is blocked. Moving the PVBS towards the PVE, as in the figure, opens a connection
between P and A and also between B and T. This is done by either pushing the PVM or activating the PVE.
The PVE moves the PVBS by letting Pilot Oil Pressure (Pp) push on the right end of the PVBS and releasing
pressure from the left end. For details on PVG 32 please see PVG 32 Proportional Valve Groups, Technical
Information, 520L0334.
PVE functionality
This section has focus on how the PVE works and interacts. The description here is general and variant
specific descriptions will all refer to this.
The PVE is an electro mechanical device, meaning that functionality is depending on mechanical,
hydraulic, electrical and control conditions given by PVE, PVG, application and vehicle. The result of this is
that implementing operation and safety conditions also must include vehicle specific considerations.
Hydraulic subsystems
The hydraulic subsystem is used for moving the spool and thereby open the valve for work flow.
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Functionality
Pilot oil diagram
Set point
Electronics Pp
NC1
NC3
Spool
LVDT
NO4
NO2
1.0 [0.039]
Tank
V310073.A
The hydraulic subsystem moves the spool and thereby opens the valve for work flow. The heart in the
hydraulic subsystem is the solenoid valve bridge which controls the Pilot Pressure (Pp) on spool ends. It
consist of four poppet valves, the two upper are normally closed (NC) and the two lower are normally
open (NO).
The Pp will work against the PVBS neutral spring when the spool is moved out of blocked (neutral) and
together with the spring when going in blocked. This combined with a larger opening in the NO than in
the NC will give a faster movement towards blocked than out of blocked.
When the PVE is powered the solenoids are all put in closed state. To move the PVBS to the right NC1 and
NO4 are opened and NC3 and NO4 are kept closed.
The activation of the solenoid valves represents oil consumption and thereby also a pressure drop in the
pilot oil gallery. By simultaneous use of multiple PVE the Pp can fall and result in performance problems.
The two check valves next to the NO are anti-cavitation valves. The orifice to tank reduces tank pressure
spikes and can also be used for ramp function.
W Warning
Obstacles for the Pilot oil pressure (Pp) can have direct influence on spool control. Reduced Pp will limit
spool control. Too high Pp can harm the PVE.
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Functionality
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVEA
Hydraulic variant: PVEA
NO2 and NO4 are replaced with orifices.
W Warning
PVEA is not for use on PVG 100.
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVHC

The PVHC does not work as a PVE and does not have transducer, anti cavitation nor protection against
tank pressure spikes. It is necessary to use the PVHC in combination with 25 bar [362.6 psi] pilot pressure,
and standard FC spools fitted for hydraulic actuation. Because of the 25 bar pilot pressure, it is not
possible to combine PVHC with PVE on a PVG.
Hydraulic subsystem variant: PVHC
With electrical proportional actuation, the main spool position is adjusted so that its position corresponds
to an electrical control signal. The control signal is converted into a hydraulic pressure signal that moves
the main spool in the PVG. This is done by means of two proportional pressure-reducing valves. The
electrical actuator can be controlled either by a current amplifier card, or directly from a programmable
micro-controller.
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Functionality
For more information see these technical informations:

• PVG 32 Proportional Valve Groups 520L0344,
• PVG 100 Proportional Valve Groups 520L0720 and
• PVG 120 Proportional Valve Groups 520L0356.
Mechanical subsystem
The mechanical subsystem gives interface to valve and control system and provides protection to
hydraulic and electrical/electronic subsystem. The LVDT, not used on all variants, gives feed back to
electronics on spool position. The LVDT is calibrated in production and recalibration should only be done
in special cases. The standard PVE has an aluminum block for distributing pilot oil. PVE with anodized
block are available.
The connector gives the electrical interface to power and control system. Danfoss have a variety of
connectors. We know that tradition and the aspects of serviceability are important when our customers
choose. We have chosen the Deutsch connector as our main solution. The quality of wiring has direct
influence on water integrity and signal quality therefore disturbance or changes in cabling can influence
safety and performance.
PVE connectors: Hirschmann/DIN, AMP and Deutsch
Electronic subsystem
The PVE (A/ H/ M/ S/ U) control signal is a low current voltage, a PWM can also be used. The PVEP has
build-in a PWM evaluation and cannot be controlled by proportional voltage. The control signal is
referred to as US.
Function blocks for electronics
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Functionality
The PVE features Closed Loop Control (CLC). This is made possible by on board electronics and an
integrated feedback transducer that measures spool movement. The integrated electronics compensate
for flow forces on the spool, internal leakage, changes in oil viscosity, pilot pressure, etc. This results in
lower hysteresis and better resolution.
In principle the set-point determines the level of pilot pressure which moves the main spool. The position
of the main spool is sensed in the LVDT which generates an electric feed-back signal registered by the
electronics. The variation between the set-point signal and feed-back signal actuates the solenoid valves.
The solenoid valves are actuated so that hydraulic pilot pressure drives the main spool into the correct
position.
The LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transducer) is an inductive transducer with very high
resolution. When the LVDT is moved by the main spool a voltage is induced proportional to the spool
position. The use of LVDT gives contact-free connection between mechanics and electronics. This means
an extra long lifetime and no limitation as regards the type of hydraulic fluid used.
The PVEO and PVHC do not have embedded control electronics and do not support closed loop control.
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The choice of PVE also decides the level of feedback and safety. PVE are available with fault monitoring,
spool direction indication, spool position feedback and separate float control.
The fault monitoring is available in PVEA/H/S/P/U and is a utilization of the ASIC.
Direction Indication is available in PVEO/A/H and they are dual powered PVE where separate pins give an
active feedback for spool movement.
Spool position is available in PVES and is a precise feedback on a separate pin for actual spool position.
The separate float control is a protection against unintended float activation.
The PVEM, PVEO and PVHC do not have fault monitoring.
Fault monitoring and reaction

The fault monitoring system is available in two versions:
• Active fault monitoring provides a warning signal and deactivates the solenoid valves. A reboot of the
PVE is required to reactivate.
• Passive fault monitoring provides a warning signal only. A reboot is not required.
Both active and passive fault monitoring systems are triggered by the same four main events:
1. Control signal monitoring
The Control signal voltage (US) is continuously monitored. The permissible range is between 15% and
85% of the supply voltage. Outside this range the section will switch into an error state. A
disconnected US pin (floating) is recognized as neutral set point.
2. Transducer supervision
The internal LVDT wires are monitored. If the signals are interrupted or short-circuited, the PVE will
switch into an error state.
3. Supervision of spool position
The actual position must always correspond to the demanded position (US). If the actual spool
position is further out from neutral than the demanded spool position (>12%, PVEA: >25%) or in
opposite direction, the PVE will switch into an error state. With neutral/blocked setpoint the tolerance
is +- 0,5 mm relative the calibrated neutral position. Spool position closer to neutral and in same
direction will not cause an error state. The situation is considered “in control”.
4. Float monitoring
Float must be entered or left within a time limit. On the six pin float PVE too high delay will cause an
error state. The float Time Outs has own thresholds. Only relevant for the six pin PVEH-F.
Active fault reaction is activated after 500 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms).
• The solenoid valve bridge is disabled and the PVBS is released to spring control
• The error pin is powered*
• The LED change color
• The state is memorized and continues until PVE reboot
Passive fault reaction is activated after 250 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms)
• The solenoid valve bridge is NOT disabled and the PVBS is NOT released
• The error pin is powered ( for PVE with direction indication both DI pins goes low by fault.)
• The LED change color
• The state is active for minimum 100 ms and is reset when error disappears
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W Warning
Error pins from more PVEs may not be interconnected. Not activated error pins are connected to ground
and will disable any active signal. Error pins are signal pins and can only supply very limited power
consumption.
To avoid the electronics in undefined state a general supervision of power supply (UDC) and internal clock
frequency is implemented. This function applies to PVEA, PVEH, PVEP, PVES and PVEU independently of
fault monitoring version and PVEM - and will not activate fault monitoring.
The solenoid valves are disabled when:

• the supply voltage exceeds 36 V
• the supply voltage falls below 8.5 V
• the internal clock frequency fails
PVE fault monitoring overview

PVE type Fault monitoring Delay before error Error mode Error output Fault output LED light Memory
out status on PVE 1) (reset
needed)
PVEO No fault - - - - - -
PVEM monitoring
PVHC
PVEA Active 500 ms No fault Low <2V Green -
PVEH (PVEA: 750 ms)
Input signal faults High ∼UDC Flashing red Yes
PVEP
PVES Transducer (LVDT) Constant red
PVEU Close loop fault
Passive 250 ms No fault Low <2V Green -
(PVEA: 750 ms)
Input signal faults High ~UDC Flashing red No
Transducer (LVDT) Constant red
Close loop fault
PVE Active 500 ms Float not active High ~UDC Constant red Yes
Float
750 ms Float still active
six pin
1) Measured between fault output pin and ground.
W Warning
It’s up to the customer to decide on the required degree of safety for the system.
For PVE with direction indication:
• both DI pins go low when error is active.

• when UDC1 is disabled, US is not monitored and defined as 50%.
Spool position feedback (-SP)

The –SP functionality is a 0,5 V to 4,5 V feedback, inverted in direction relative to US with 2,5 V as neutral
value.
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Spool position feedback (-SP)
Us Usp
75% UDC Us 4.5V
Usp
50% UDC 2.5V
25% UDC Us Usp

0.5V
Spool travel 7 mm 0 mm 7 mm Spool travel
100% Neutral 100%
A port B port
Direction indication feedback (-DI)

PVE with build in indication for spool movement direction are available.
The PVE–DI has dual power supply. UDC1 only supplies solenoid valves. UDC2 supplies electronics and feed
back. The PVE does not work without UDC2. DI-A and DI-B are relative standard mounting. The input
signal fault monitoring is disabled if UDC1 is disabled. DI-A and DI-B are relative standard mounting.
The DI has two direction feeedback signals with output high (close to UDC) when the spool is in neutral
position. If the spool moves out of neutral position, the direction signal switches to low (< 0.2 V). One of
the signals goes low by spool ~0,8 mm out of neutral and high by spool within 0,4 mm out of neutral.
Both direction indication signals go low when the error indicator goes high.
Direction indication feedback
DI-A high
DI-A low
DI-B high
DI-B low
Spool position ‘x’
A-port -0.8 -0.4 0 0.4 0.8 B-port mm [in]
PVBS towards PVE PVBS away from PVE
As shown in the figure, both “DI-A” and “DI-B” signals are “High” when the spool is in neutral position.
When the spool is moving in the A direction, the “DI-A” signal goes “Low” and the “DI-B” signal stays
“High”. The reverse is true when the spool is moved in the B direction.
Values for both Direction Indicators, pin A and pin B

Transition to low from high 0.8 ± 1 mm [0.031 in]
Transition to high from low 0.4 ± 1 mm [0.015 in]
Transition to low both pins error pin goes high
Maximum load of “DI-A” , “DI-B” 50 mA
Voltage DI high by load 20 mA > UDC – 1.5 V
Voltage DI high by load 50 mA > UDC – 2.0 V
Voltage DI low < 0.2 V
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Solenoid disabling function (-NP)

PVEH-NP and PVEA-NP have a build in feature that disables the solenoids by US at 50% and gives a
feedback on the solenoid status. This is done to facilitate application monitoring. The fault monitoring is
still activated but the closed loop will remain passive until the control signal shifts.
US disable range 48 % UDC to 52 % UDC
Solenoid disable reaction time From active to passive 750 ms <-> 1000 ms
From passive to active 0 ms <-> 50 ms
Solenoid feedback signal Maximum load 50 mA
Voltage if solenoid active by load 20 > UDC – 1.5 V
mA
Voltage if solenoid active by load 50 > UDC – 2.0 V
mA
Voltage if solenoid passive <1V
PVEH-F (six pin) has also the disable function but not the feedback. Our general recommendation is
disabling of PVE that are not in active use.
Solenoid disabling function (-NP) curves

UDC
Sfb
US
Ground
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Building in safety
All brands and all types of control valves (incl. proportional valves) can fail. Thus the necessary protection
against the serious consequences of function failure should always be built into the system. For each
application an assessment should be made for the consequences of pressure failure and uncontrolled or
blocked movements.
To determine the degree of protection that is required to be built into the application, system tools such
an FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and Hazard and Risk Analysis can be used.
FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) IEC EN 61508

FMEA is a tool used for analyzing potential risks. This analytical technique is utilized to define, identify,
and prioritize the elimination or reduction of known and/or potential failures from a given system before
it is released for production. Please refer to IEC FMEA Standard 61508.
Hazard and risk analysis ISO 12100-1 / 14121

This analysis is a tool used in new applications as it will indicate whether there are special safety
considerations to be meet according to the machine directives EN 13849. Dependent on the determined
levels conformety this analysis will detirmine if any extra requirements for the product design,
development process, production process or maintenance, i.e. the complete product life cycle.
W Warning
assuring that all performance, safety and Warning requirements of the application are met.
Control system example

Example of a control system for manlift using PVE Fault monitoring input signals and signals from
external sensors to ensure the PLUS+1® main controllers correct function of the manlift.
W Warning
It is the responsibilty of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in confirmity with the relevant machine directives.
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Control system example
A Main power supply

B Emergency stop/man present switch
C HMI/Joystick control
D Movement detection sensors
E Main controller
F PVG 32 control valve
G Hydraulic deactivation
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Electrical block diagram for above illustration
Main power supply Emergency stop and Motion detection sensor

(battery) Man present switch
Supply Main control valve

Main controller
Neutral Supply Signal
PVE
HMI / Joystick Detection Control Conditioning
Joystick
neutral switch
Signal Fault
Monitoring
Control
Signal Conditioning PVE fault output
Failure
Detection Hydraulic deactivation
P301 317
Typical wiring block diagram example

Example of a typical wiring block diagram using PVEH with neutral power off switch and fault monitoring
output for hydraulic deactivation.
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Typical wiring block diagram example

Emergency Man present
stop switch
A
PVE 1 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH

1) with AMP
C signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
B Error
PVE 2 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH

1) with AMP
C signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
B Error
E1 E2
2) Alarm
logic
Output
OR
3) Memory
high=on
AND
low=off
Hydraulic
Fault detection output D deactivation
P301 318
A– Emergency stop / man present switch

B– PVE Faultmonitoring signals
C– Neutral signal detection.
D– Hydraulic deactivation
System Control Logic e.g. PLUS+1® for signal monitoring and triggering signal for deactivation of the
hydraulic system.
W Warning
It is the responsebilty of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in confirmity with the relevant machine directives.
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Example of fault monitoring

Similar to previous example using fault monitoring for deactivation of the hydraulic system with extra
fault inputs using the PVE’s with DI (Direction Indication) function.
Example of fault monitoring for deactivation of the hydraulic system
Emergency Man present
Stop switch
PVE 1 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH-DI

1) AMP supply
signal connector
OFF
≠ Delay US
neutral UDC2
Error
PVEH-DI
AMP connector
2) Fault detection DI-A
DI-B 3) 4) DI-B
DI-A DI Output Delay Memory
US Logic Error
PVE 2 Neutral detection / Supply control PVEH-DI

1) AMP supply
signal connector
OFF US
≠ Delay
neutral UDC2
Error
PVEH-DI
AMP connector
Fault detection DI-A
2)
DI-B 3) 4)
DI-A DI Output Delay Memory
US Logic Error
OR
AND
high=on
low=off
Hydraulic
Fault detection output deactivation
P301 319
System Control Logic e.g. PLUS+1® for signal monitoring and triggering signal for deactivation of the
hydraulic system.
W Warning
It is the equipment manufacturers responsibility to ensure that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in conformity with the relevant machine directives.
Other non-electrical modules which can be used in connection with hydraulic deactivation at different
levels.
PVG 32 – mainly used in system with fixed displacement pumps
• PVSK, commonly used in crane application - full flow dump

• PVPE, full flow dump for the PVG 120
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PVG100 – Alternative LS dump or pilot supply disconnect
• PVPP, pilot oil supply shut off

• External cartridge valve connecting LS Pressure to Tank
• External cartridge valve connecting main Pressure to Tank
PVG120 – Pump disconnect/block for variable pumps
• PVPX, LS dump to tank
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PVE control by voltage

• The PVE is controlled with a low current voltage signal.
• The spool stroke is proportional to the control voltage (US).
• The power is supplied via the supply wire (UBAT or UDC).
• The ratio US/UDC defines the actuation. For PVEU a defined voltage.
• A not connected US pin (floating) is recognized as US = ½ UDC.
PVE characteristic – control by voltage
PVEP
control range
PVEU
2.5V 5V 7.5V fixed
Values for standard mounted PVE (PVEA/M/H/S)

Function Signal voltage (US)
Neutral US = 0.5 • UDC
Q: P → A US = (0.5 → 0.25) • UDC
Q: P → B US = (0.5 → 0.75) • UDC
PLUS+1® compliance
PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEO, PVEP and PVED can be controlled by PLUS+1.
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The UDC has a capacitance of 2,2 uF which can give problems with some micro-controller power supply.
Danfoss has designed a special resistance supply and control cable to eliminate this problem.
W Warning
PVEM is not PLUS+1 compliant.
ATEX PVE
The Danfoss PVE ATEX portfolio has the same monitoring and control characteristics as the equivalent
standard PVE.
PVEU–PVE with fixed control signal range

The PVEU (PVE 0-10V) is designed for PLC/ microcontroller(uC) control hence the U. The control signal US
is fixed 0 V to 10 V independent of supply voltage UDC.
Signal voltage - PVEU

Function Signal voltage PVEU
Neutral 5V
Q: P → A 5 V → 2,5 V
Q: P → B 5 V → 7,5 V
PVE controlled with PWM signal

The standard PVE, PVEA/M/H/S, can also be controlled by a pulse with modulated PWM signal.
The V1 and V2 for PWM must be symmetrically located around UDC2 and V1≤ UDC.
Duty cycles for PVEA/PVEM/PVEH/PVES/PVEU

Function Duty cycle (dc) for PVEA/PVEM/PVEH/PVES/PVEU
Neutral 50% dc
Q: P → A 50% dc → 25% dc
Q: P → B 50% dc → 75% dc
Recommended PWM frequency for PVE

PVE type PWM frequency
PVEM > 200 Hz
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Recommended PWM frequency for PVE (continued)

PVE type PWM frequency
PVEA/H/S/U > 1 kHz
W Warning
The PWM is not evaluated by the PVE so variance/failure in period (T) will not be detected.
PVEP
The PVEP is designed for PWM control signals only.
PVEP schematic and characteristic
Spool travel
- Driver
A mm [in]
Proportional control range
7.5 B
[0.3]
Sense
UsA
Position
Set point
to PWM
- Driver
B
UsB
Sense
-7.5
[-0.3] A
10% 80%
PWM ratio
- +
11 - 32 V
PVE
V310137.B
W Warning
It is important that the power supply (UDC) is connected before the PWM signal.
PWM signals are low power voltage signals; hence no current drivers are needed.
PWM frequency can be chosen between 100 to 1000 Hz.
Current control is not possible with PVEP. The PVEP can also be connected to a control signal like used for
PVHC.
The PVEP performs a true time difference measurement on the PWM input, thus there is no filtering or
conversion involved.
PVEP signals
Duty cycle A-signal Duty cycle B-signal Function Error Pin output
(pin 1) (pin 2) (pin 3)
0% 0% Neutral Low
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PVEP signals (continued)

Duty cycle A-signal Duty cycle B-signal Function Error Pin output
(pin 1) (pin 2) (pin 3)
10% 0%
0% 10%
≥ 10% ≥ 10% Fault (Error) High
< 10% 10 → 80% B-port flow Low
10 → 80% < 10% A-port flow Low
A > 86% B > 86% Fault (Error) High
PVEO
PVE ON/OFF activation

The PVEO has two independent powered sets of solenoids. By powering a set of pins the actuator is
activated. By standard mounted PVE the A set gives full flow on A port and B gives on B port. Both
directions activated at same time will keep the spool in neutral.
PVEO schematic and characteristic
W Warning
The PVEO is designed to have UDC=12 V or UDC=24 V.
The solenoids might be activated by voltage down to 6 V.
PVE for float spool

Danfoss has developed two PVE variants to support the float spool. The float spool is a 4/4 spool, where
as the standard is a 4/3 spool giving another characteristic and maximum stroke. These variations are
covered by the built-in electronics. PVE for float spools are not designed for standard 4/3 spools.
There are two variants of float spool PVBS.

• Float A – 0,8 mm dead band, max flow at 5,5 mm. Float at A = 8 mm, from 6,2 mm partial float.
(PVEH-F with six pin connector gives protection against entering float by using low Us. The float
signal has priority to the Us in the PVEH-F six pin.)
• Float B – 1,5 mm dead band, max flow at 4,8 mm. Float at B = 8 mm, from 6 mm partial float.
(PVEM-F and PVEH-F with four pin connectors give no built-in protection against entering float.)
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Variants of the float spool PVBS

Float PVE PVBS Progressive control Float control
A PVEH-F (6 pin) Dead band 0.8 mm US: 25% -> 75% UDC UDC to float pin
Max float at 5.5 mm Has priority
B PVEH-F (4 pin) Dead band 1.5 mm US: 35% -> 65% UDC US= 75% UDC
Max float at 4.8 mm
PVE characteristic – Float A
Proportional Proportional
Float port A Control port A Control port B
Float = Udc
PVBS maximum float is 5.5 mm [0.22 in].

PVE has six pins.
Float when special pin powered at UDC.
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PVE characteristic – Float B
PVBS maximum float is 4.8 mm [0.19 in].

PVE has four pins.
Float at US /UDC = 0.75
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PVHC control
PVHC characteristic
Spool stroke, mm
5
Ideal curve
4
3
Hysteresis
Current in mA
0
800
200
800
400
600
400
200
600
1200
1000
1400
1200
1000
1400
1600
1600
@ 12V
600
@ 24V
400
200
300
500
400
100
100
200
300
700
600
700
500
800
800
500/1000 mA 280/560 mA 280/560 mA 500/1000 mA V310 000.A
PVHC current response and hysteresis @ 25 bar Pp, 21 ctS, 25 °C. The PVHC control is done by dual Pulse
Width Modulated (PVM) high current supply 100-400 Hz PWM control signals.
The PVHC does not have fault monitoring and internal closed loop control of the spool.
The PVHC has high hysteresis. The hysteresis is affected by viscosity, friction, flow forces, dither frequency
and modulation frequency.
The spool position will shift when conditions are changed e.g. temperature change.
For PVG controlled by PVHC hysteresis is influenced by lever (PVM).
PVE hysteresis
The controllability of the PVE depends on the solenoid valve bridge and the electronic capacity of the
module. Hysteresis is a measurement on spool position precision and repeatability. Hysteresis is not a
description of position maintaining.
PVES Series 4 PVEA Series 4 PVEH Series 4
PVES voltage, position diagram PVEA voltage, position diagram PVEH voltage, position diagram
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PVES Series 4 PVEA Series 4 PVEH Series 4
The PVES has an ASIC closed loop The PVEA has an ASIC closed loop The PVEH has an ASIC closed
circuit and the NC-S solenoids. circuit, standard NC solenoids loop circuit and the standard NC
and orifice instead of NO solenoids.
solenoids.
C Caution
PVE hysteresis overview

PVE S A H M
Maximum 2% 6% 6% 35 %
Typical <½ % 2% 4% 25 %
• PVEP has the PVES characteristic.

• PVEU is available with both standard PVEH and super fine PVES characteristic.
• PVHC has hysteresis like PVEM at fixed temperature and viscosity. (For PVHC temperature and
viscosity shifts control signal effect.)
Example of PVE use

Signal leads must not act as supply leads at the same time unless the distance between the actuator
module PVE and terminal board is less than 3 m [3.3 yards] and the lead cross-section is min. 0.75 mm2
[AWG 18].
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25 pin SUB-D connector with M3 screws (MIL-DTL-24308)
3, 15, 16
1, 2, 14
Pin no.
19
20
21
10
22
8
7
6 Push/Dir.sw.3A
Push/Dir.sw.4A
Push/Dir.sw.3B
Push/Dir.sw.4B
Function
U- (GND)
Neut.sw.
Prop 1
Prop 2
U DC
U+
US1 US2 P3A P3B P4A P4B - + + U+ U-
F
PVEH/A/S 2
3
1
PVEM NC 2
3
1
NC
PVEO 2
3
1
E
2
3
- +
UDC
V310116.A
E – Emergency stop
F – Signal output, fault monitoring
NC – Not connected
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Technical Data
PVE operating parameters

Declaration of conformity
The PVEA/H/P/S/U have CE marking according to the EU directive EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. The
declarations are available at Danfoss.
The PVEO/M and PVHC are not subject to this directive.
W Warning
The PVE is designed for use with pilot oil supply. Use without oil supply can harm the system. The PVE is
designed for use with pilot pressure range 10 to 15 bar [145 to 220 psi]. Intermittent pressure peaks up to
50 bar [725 psi] can be accepted. Intermittent is no longer than 5 seconds and not more than once per
minute.
The technical data are from typical test results. For the hydraulic system mineral based hydraulic oil with
a viscosity of 21 mm2/s [102 SUS] and a temperature of 50 °C [122 °F] was used.
Oil consumption
Function Supply PVEA PVEH/ M/ O/ U–PVHC PVEP /S / U
voltage prop. high prop. super
Pilot oil flow neutral* OFF 0 l/min 0 l/min 3 l/min
for PVE [0 US gal/min] [0 US gal/min] [0.106 US gal/min]
locked* ON 0.4 l/min 0.1 l/min 0.1 l/min
[0.106 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min] [0.026 US gal/min]
continuous 1.0 l/min 0.7 l/min 0.8 l/min
actuations* [0.264 US gal/min] [0.185 US gal/min] [0.211 US gal/min]
* 12 bar [174 psi] and 21 mm2/s [102 SUS]
Oil viscosity
Oil viscosity range 12 → 75 mm2/s [65 ÷ 347 SUS]
min. 4 mm2/s [39 SUS]
max. 460 mm2/s [2128 SUS]
Oil temperature
Oil temperature range 30 → 60˚C [86 ÷ 140˚F]
min. -30˚C [-22˚F]
max. 90˚C [194 ˚F]
Pilot pressure
Pilot pressure PVE PVHC
(relative to T pressure) (over tank)*
nom. 13.5 bar [196 psi] 25 bar [363 psi]
min. 10.0 bar [145 psi] 21 bar [305 psi]
max. 10.0 bar [217 psi] 25 bar [363 psi]
* Designed to be used with hydraulic activated spools.
Operating temperature
Min Max
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Technical Data
Operating temperature (continued)

Ambient -30˚C [-22˚F] 60˚C [140˚F]
Stock -40˚C [-40˚F] 90˚C [194˚F]
Recommended long time storage in packaging 10˚C [50˚F] 30˚C [86˚F]
Filtering in the hydraulic system

Required operating cleanliness level 18/16/13 (ISO 4406, 1999 version)
For further information see Danfoss documentation Hydraulic Fluids and Lubricants, Technical Information
520L0463.
Enclosure and connector versions

Version of connector Hirschmann connector AMP JPT connector Deutsch connector
Grade of enclosure* IP 65 IP 66 IP 67
* According to the international standard IEC 529 NB: In particulary exposed applications, protection in
the form of screening is recommended.
PVP modules, Pilot pressure curves
157-520.11
PVHC control specification
PVHC control specification

Supply voltage UDC 12 VDC 24 VDC
Controller output current 0 – 1500 mA 0 – 750 mA
Pilot pressure 20 – 25 bar [290-363 psi]
Resistance 4.75 Ω ± 5% 20.8 Ω ± 5%
Response time 150 – 200 ms
PWM frequency 100 → 400 Hz
PVHC reaction time

From neutral position to max. spool travel at power on max. 0.235s
rated 0.180s
min. 0.120s
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Technical Data
PVHC reaction time (continued)

From max. spool travel to neutral position at power off max. 0.175s
rated 0.090s
min. 0.065s
PVEO and PVEM control specification
PVEO and PVEM control specification

Supply voltage UDC rated 12 VDC 24 VDC
range 11 → 15 V 22 → 30 V
max. ripple 5%
Current consumption typical 740 mA 365 mA
minimum 550 mA 290 mA
maximum 820 mA 420 mA
Current via DI maximum 100 mA
PVEO and PVEM reaction time

Reaction time in seconds PVEO PVEO-R PVEM
From neutral position to max. spool travel at max. 0.235s 0.410s 0.700s
power on
rated 0.180s 0.350s 0.450s
min. 0.120s 0.250s 0.230s
From max. spool travel to neutral position at max. 0.175s 0.330s 0.175s
power off
rated 0.090s 0.270s 0.090s
min. 0.065s 0.250s 0.065s
From neutral position to max. spool travel by max. – 0.550s
constant power
min. 0.210s
From max. spool travel to neutral position by max. 0.150s
constant power
min. 0.040s
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU control specification
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU control specification

Supply voltage UDC rated 11 → 32 V
max. ripple 5%
Current consumption at rated voltage 0.57 (33) A @ 12 V
0.3 (17) A @ 24 V
Signal voltage neutral 0.5 x UDC (PVEU 5V)
A-port ↔ B-port 0.25 → 75 • UDC
Signal current at rated voltage 0.25 → 70 mA
Input impedance in relation to 0.5 • UDC 12 kΩ
Power consumption 7 (3.5) W
Error pin max current 100 mA
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PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU reaction time in sec. (minus PVG 120)
Supply voltage Function PVEA PVEH, PVEP,
Prop. fine PVES, PVEU
Disconnected by Reaction time from neutral position max. 0.500 0.230
means of neutral to max. spool travel
rated 0.320 0.150
switch
min. 0.250 0.120
Reaction time from max. spool travel to max. 0.550 0.175
neutral position
rated 0.400 0.090
min. 0.300 0.065
Constant voltage Reaction time from neutral position max. 0.500 0.200
to max. spool travel
rated 0.320 0.120
min. 0.250 0.050
Reaction time from max. spool travel to max. 0.250 0.100
neutral position
rated 0.200 0.090
min. 0.150 0.065
PVEP control specification
PVEP control specification

Supply voltage UDC range 11 → 32 V
max. ripple 5%
over voltage (max. 5 min) 36 V
PWM control range (duty cycle) 10 → 80%
PWM frequency 100 → 1000 Hz
PWM input voltage swing 0 → UDC
PWM Trigger point 70% of UDC
Input impedance (standard pull down) 5 kΩ
Input capacitor ---
Power consumption 7W
Error voltage: Fault UDC
No Fault <2V
All connector terminals are short-circuit protected, protected against reverse connection and their
combinations. Connecting error pins from two or more PVE’s will cause the surveillance system to
malfunction.
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Technical Data
PVE dimensions for PVG 32 and PVG 100

PVE with Hirschmann connector
PVE with AMP connector
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Technical Data
PVE with Deutsch connector
PVHC with Deutsch connector PVHC with AMP connector

92.2 [3.63] 92.2 [3.63]
44.5 [1.75]
44.5 [1.75]
100.5 [3.96]
90.1 [3.55]
V310 388 V310 387
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Technical Data
PVE dimensions for PVG 120

PVE with AMP connector for PVG 120
117.8 [4.638]
115.5 [4.55]
65 [2.56] 120 [4.72]
V310320A
PVE with Deutsch connector for PVG 120

125.7 [4.949]
115.5 [4.55]
65 [2.56] 120 [4.72]
V310380A
Please notice that connector needs extra space for mounting.
PVHC with Deutsch connector for PVG 120

115.5 [4.55]
65 [2.56] 114.5 [4.508]
V310378A
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Technical Data
PVG 120 and PVG 32 combo with Deutsch connector
195.6 [7.70]
[1.97]
50.1
36.3 [1.43]
362 [14.25]
V310 383
PVEO pinout
PVEO with direction indication (DI) connection

Connector 1 A UDC B UDC Gnd Gnd
AMP (grey) p1 p2 p3 p4
Connector 2 DI-B DI-A Gnd UDC2

AMP (black) p1 p2 p3 p4
PVEO standard connection

Connector A B
AMP/Hirschmann/DIN pin 1 pin 2
Deutsch pin 1 pin 4
Function A (pin 1) B (pin 2)

Neutral 0 0
Q: P → A UDC 0
Q: P → B 0 UDC
All PVEO Connections

Connector A B
AMP/Hirschmann/DIN pin 1 pin 2
Deutsch pin 1 pin 4
• Ground pins are internally connected.

• Pin 3 is not connected on Hirschmann/DIN version of PVEO.
• UDC2 supplies electronics for feedback signal on PVEO-DI.
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Technical Data
PVEO connection
AMP version of PVEO–DI AMP version of PVEO/PVEO–R
PVEO-DI
LED
U DC DI-B
Pin no.
U DC 1 DI-A
2
3
4
U DC2
Grey connector Black connector
P301 104
Hirschmann/DIN version of PVEO / PVEO–R Deutsch version of PVEO
PVEO/PVEO-R
3
U DC
U DC
2
157-502.11
PVE standard connection data / pinout
PVEA /PVEH / PVEM / PVES / PVEU connection (also with float B, 4–pin)
Connector US UDC Gnd Error
AMP pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 pin 4
Hirschmann/DIN pin 2 pin 1 gnd pin 3
Deutsch pin 1 pin 4 pin 3 pin 2
On PVEM the error pin is not used and not connected (pin 3 Hirschmann/DIN). Ground pins are internally
connected.
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEA / PVEH / PVEM / PVES

Function Voltage relative PWM
Neutral 0,5 • UDC 50%
Q: P → A 0,5 → 0,25 • UDC 50% → 25%
Q: P → B 0,5 → 0,75 • UDC 50% → 75%
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEU

Function PVEU
Neutral 5V
Q: P → A 5 V → 2,5 V
Q: P → B 5 V → 7,5 V
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Control (US) for standard mounted PVEH /PVEM float B, 4–pin version
Q: P → A 0,5 → 0,34 • UDC 50% → 34%
Q: P → B 0,5 → 0,65 • UDC 50% → 65%
Float 0,75 • UDC 75%
PVEM is not PLUS+1® compliant.
PVE standard connections
AMP version
Hirschmann/DIN
Used for PVEH/PVEM/PVES/PVEH float B/PVEM float

Used for PVEA/PVEH/PVES/PVEU. B.
Deutsch version
LED
Used for PVEA/PVEH/PVES/PVEU/PVEH float B.
Standard PVE with DI
Connection PVE with direction indication (DI)

Connector 1 US UDC1 Gnd Error
AMP (grey) p1 p2 p3 p4
Deutsch p1 p4 p3 p2
Connector 2 DI-B DI-A Gnd UDC2

AMP (black) p1 p2 p3 p4
Deutsch p4 p3 p2 p1
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Technical Data
• Ground pins are internally connected.

• UDC2 only supplies electronics for feedback signal and error pin on PVEA-DI / PVEH-DI. Two separate
power sources can be used.
AMP version: PVEA–DI/PVEH–DI Deutsch version: PVEA–DI/PVEH–DI
PVEA-DI/PVEH-DI PVEA-DI/PVEH-DI
LED
US DI-B
Pin no. LED
U DC1 1
2
DI-A
3
4
Error U DC2 Error
Grey connector Black connector 2 3 2 3 DI-A
US 1 4 1 4 DI-B
UDC UDC2
P301 105
Standard PVE with SP

Connection PVE with Spool Position (SP)
Connector US Error SP Gnd UDC

Deutsch p1 p2 p4 p5 p6
Deutsch version: PVES–SP
PVES-SP
LED
Not Spool position

connected
3 4
Error 2 5
1 6
Us UDC
Standard PVE with NP
Connection PVE with Neutral Power off (NP)

Connector US Error Sfb Gnd UDC
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEA–DI/ PVEH–DI, PVES-SP, PVEA-NP, PVEH-NP
Function US PWM
Q: P → A 0,5 → 0,25 • UDC 50% → 25%
Q: P → B 0,5 → 0,75 • UDC 50% → 75%
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Deutsch version: PVES–NP
PVES-SP
LED
Not Sfb
connected 3 4
Error 2 5
1 6
Us
UDC
PVHC connection
• 100-400 Hz PWM control signals.

• Each connector controls one direction and must have UDC and ground
• No constraints on pin for UDC and ground.
Input control
Parameter Control range
12 V 24 V
Controller output current range 0 - 1500 mA 0 - 750 mA
PVHC with AMP version PVHC with Deutsch version
5.7 5.7 5.7 5.7

[0.224] [0.224] [0.224] 44.4 [1.748] [0.224]
44.4 [1.748]
33.0 [1.299]
33.0 [1.299]
26.75
[1.053]
26.75
[1.053]
74.0 92.25
[2.913] [3.631]
74.0 92.25
[2.913] [3.631]
16.5 5.75
[0.650] [0.226]
P301 124
16.5 5.75
[0.650] [0.226]
P301 123
PVE with separate float pin
PVEH with float A, 6–pin connection

Connector US UDC Float Ground Error
AMP pin 1 pin 2 pin 5 pin 3 pin 4
Deutsch pin 1 pin 6 pin 3 pin 5 pin 2
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Technical Data
AMP with separate float pin Deutsch version with separate float pin
PVEH-F
LED LED
Not con- No con-

nected Float nection
3 4
Error 2 5
Float 1 6
Error Us UDC
157-779
PVEP with controled PWM
PVEP connection
Connector PWM A Error PWM B Gnd UDC
Control (US) for standard mounted PVEP

Neutral < 10% < 10%
Q: P → A 10% → 80% < 10%
Q: P → B < 10% 10% → 80%
Deutsch version with PVEP
LED
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PVE warnings
W Warning
Not applying to the Operational Conditions can compromise safety.
assuring that all performance, safety and Warning requirements of the application are met.
A PVG with PVE can only perform according to description if conditions in this Technical Information are
met.
In particularly exposed applications, protection in the form of a shield is recommended.
When the PVE is in fault mode the quality of performance and validity of feedback is limited depending
on the fault type.
Error pins from more PVEs may not be connected. Inactive error pins are connected to ground and will
disable any active signal. Error pins are signal pins and can only supply very limited power consumption.
Deviation from recommended torque when mounting parts can harm performance and module.
Adjustment of the position transducer (LVDT) will influence calibration, and thereby also safety and
performance.
When replacing the PVE, the electrical and the hydraulic systems must be turned off and the oil pressure
released.
Hydraulic oil can cause both environmental damage and personal injury.
Module replacement can introduce contamination and errors to the system. It is important to keep the
work area clean and components should be handled with care.
After replacement of modules or cables wiring quality must be verified by a performance test.
By actuation at voltage below nominal PVG will have reduced performance.
The PVE is not designed for use with voltage outside nominal.
Obstacles for the Pilot oil can have direct influence on spool control.
Reduced pilot oil pressure will limit spool control.
Too high pilot oil pressure can harm the PVE.
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PVE code numbers
PVE code numbers for PVG 32 and PVG 100 use
Deutsch connector code numbers

Feature S std. float A float B DI NP SP Fast-no ramp
memory
Connector 1x4 1x6 1x4 2x4 1x6 1x6 1x4

PVEA* active – 157B4792 157B4796 11105542
passive 11107365
PVEH active 157B4092 157B4398 157B4096 11105543
passive 157B4093 157B4392
PVES active S 157B4892 157B4894
passive S 11089276 11108994
PVEP active S 11034832∗
PVEU passive S 11089090
PVEO 12V – 157B4291 11109080
24V 157B4292 11109092
S = super fine hysteresis, 1x4 = one plug four pins, * 1x6 = one plug six pins
AMP connector code numbers

Feature S std. float A DI anodized ramp-ano ramp
Connector 1x4 1x6 2x4 1x4 1x4 1x4

PVEA* active – 157B4734 157B4736
passive 157B4735 157B4737 157B4775
PVEH active 157B4034 157B4338 157B4036 157B4074
passive 157B4035 157B4037 157B4075
PVES active S 157B4834
passive S 157B4835 157B4865
PVEU active S 11089091
active – 157B4044
passive 157B4045
PVEO 12V 157B4901 157B4905 157B4903
24V 157B4902 157B4906 157B4272 157B4274 157B4904
S = super fine hysteresis, 1x4 = one plug four pins, * 1x6 = one plug six pins
W Warning
Hirschmann/DIN connector code numbers

Feature S std. float B anodized ramp
Connector 1x4 1x4 1x4 1x4

PVEH active 157B4032 157B4332
passive 157B4033 157B4073
PVES active S 157B4832
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PVE code numbers
Hirschmann/DIN connector code numbers (continued)

Feature S std. float B anodized ramp
Connector 1x4 1x4 1x4 1x4

passive S 157B4833
PVEM 12 V 157B4116 157B4416 157B4516
24 V 157B4128 157B4428 157B4528
PVEO 12 V 157B4216 157B4266 157B4217
24 V 157B4228 157B4268 157B4229
S = super fine hysteresis, 1x4 = one plug four pins
ATEX (24 V) connector code numbers

Cable type S PFOP PFOP PFOP, BFOU
cable dir PVB
Flying wire 5m 10 m 5m 5m
PVEH passive 11084101 11084109 11084092 11084098
PVES S 11084102 11084110 11084093 11084099
PVEO 11084100 11084108 11084051 11084097
S = super fine hysteresis,
AMP/Deutsch code numbers for PVHC

Connector Code Number
PVHC 12 V 11112037
AMP
24 V 11112036
PVHC 12 V 11112038
Deutsch
24 V 11112039
PVE code numbers for use on PVG 120
AMP code numbers

Feature anodized
Connector 1x4 = one plug x four pins

PVEH active 155G4094
passive 155G4095
PVEO 12 V 155G4282
24 V 155G4284
Hirschmann/DIN code numbers

Feature anodized

PVEH active 155G4092
passive 155G4093
PVES passive 11111210
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PVE code numbers
Hirschmann/DIN code numbers (continued)

Feature anodized

PVEO 12 V 155G4272
24 V 155G4274
Deutsch code numbers

Feature anodized

PVEH passive 11111206
PVES passive 11111207
PVEO 12 V 11110601
24 V 11110652
PVHC 12 V 11110597
24 V 11110598
ATEX (24 V) connector code numbers

Cable type PFOP PFOP PFOP, BFOU
cable dir PVB
Flying wire 5m 10 m 5m 5m
PVEH passive 11084104 11084112 11084096 11084107
PVEO 11084103 11084111 11084095 11084106
PVE accessories
Connector code numbers

Code number Description
157B4992 AMP CONNECTING KIT 4 pin with housing, contact and wire sealing
(GREY)
157B4993 AMP CONNECTING KIT 4 pin with housing, contact and wire sealing
(BLACK)
984L3165 EL-PLUG, ON-OFF black Hirschmann DIN connector set*
Set of seals code numbers

Code number Description Actuator
157B4997 Set of seals PVE for PVG 32/ PVG 100
155G8519 PVE for PVG 120 (also interface plate/PVB for PVHC)
11061235 PVHC for PVG 32/ PVG 100
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PVE code numbers
Cables code numbers

Feature Wire colors Length Code number
Connector pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 pin 4 pin 5 pin 6

Deutsch 4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 11007498
4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 11099720 *24V
6 pin white blue yellow red black green 4m 11007513
AMP 4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 157B4994
4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 11099719 *24V
6 pin white red black yellow green blue 5m 157B4974
AMP/black coding 4 pin white blue yellow red — — 4m 157B4995 **-DI
Cables are with oil resistant coating.

* 24 V Special cable for use with PLUS+1® micro-controller in 24 V systems.
** -DI additional cable for PVE with direction indication.
Connector code numbers at other suppliers
Connector part numbers for purchase at other suppliers

Connector House wire sealing JPT contact sealing mat between
(blue) (loose piece) male-female part
Deutsch female 4 pin DT06-4S — — —
6 pin DT06-6S
AMP female/grey 4 pin 2-967059-1 828904-1 929930-1 963208-1
6 pin 2-963212-1 — 963205-1
AMP female/black 4 pin 1-967059-1 —
AMP crim tool 169400-1
AMP die set for crimp tool 734253-0
These connector code numbers are not Danfoss numbers.
PVED code numbers for use on PVG 32 and PVG 100
Cables code numbers for PVED-CC

Feature Wire colors Description Code
number
Connector pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 pin 4
Deutsch 4 pin white blue yellow red 4 m cable 11007498
AMP 4 pin white blue yellow red 4 m cable 157B4994
AMP/black 4 pin white blue yellow red 4 m cable 157B4995
Cables code numbers for PVED-CC (continued)

Feature Description Code number
Connector
Service tool interface cable/ AMP 4 m cable 157B4977
AMP 0.1m loop cable 157B4987
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PVE code numbers
Cables code numbers for PVED-CC (continued) (continued)

Feature Description Code number
Connector
AMP/black Terminator 157B4988
Deutsch 0.1m loop cable 11007531
Deutsch Terminator 11007561
Deutsch Terminator dummy 11007563
CAN Interface
10104136 CG 150 CAN USB interface
Connector 2x4 = two plugs x four pins

Deutsch SW 2.68 11079033
AMP SW 2.68 11079034
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Revision History Table of Revisions

Date Changed Rev

Jan 2014 Converted to Danfoss layout – DITA CMS GD

March 2013 Back page matter change GC

Aug 2012 Various changes, new articles about NP GB

May 2012 Major update GA

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PVE dimensions for PVG 32 and PVG 100..............................................................................................................................38

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List of abbreviations for PVG/PVE

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Literature reference for PVG products

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Standards for PVE

PVE with connector variants

Hirschmann/DIN variant Deutsch variant AMP variant

PVE series 4 introduction

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PVE controlled PVG with PVSK

PVE stands for PVE actuator

Available PVE variants

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• PVE controlling the spool position using pilot oil pressure.

PVG 32 structural lay-out with naming

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Valve section with naming - standard mounted - seen from PVP

Pilot oil supply

B port Oil A port

NC Solenoid valve PVBS

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Pilot oil diagram

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Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVEA

Hydraulic variant: PVEA

NO2 and NO4 are replaced with orifices.

Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVHC

Hydraulic subsystem variant: PVHC

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For more information see these technical informations:

PVE connectors: Hirschmann/DIN, AMP and Deutsch

Function blocks for electronics

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Safety and monitoring

Fault monitoring and reaction

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Safety and monitoring

The solenoid valves are disabled when:

PVE fault monitoring overview

1) Measured between fault output pin and ground.

For PVE with direction indication:

• both DI pins go low when error is active.

Spool position feedback (-SP)

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