Catalog HY15-3501/US Load Control Valve

Technical Information Series E2A060, E2B060, E2H060, E2J060

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General Description
Threaded Cartridge Style Counterbalance Valve.
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Pilot assisted, designed for motion control

applications. For additional information see
SH Technical Tips on pages LM1-LM4.
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Features
LM • Poppet construction for minimal leakage
• Incorporates direct acting relief valve for overload
Load/Motor

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• Includes reverse check valve within body, saving space

and minimizing installation cost (3)

FC • Excellent control and very good stability (1)

• Four pilot ratios available, 1.75:1, 3:1, and 5:1 for

(3)
(2)
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cylinders and 8:1 for motor control

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• Hardened working parts for maximum durability

(2)
PC • Adjustable and tamper resistant versions also available (1)

• All external parts zinc plated

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DC Specifications Performance Curves

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Relief & Pilot Performance 1 to 2

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Rated Flow 120 LPM (32 GPM)

PSI Bar Hydraulic Oil 150 SSU @ 100°F (32 cSt)
5800 400
Pressure 50 - 350 Bar (725 - 5000 PSI)
MV RELIEF
Pressure Drop Bar, PSI

Sensitivity: 44 Bar (640 PSI) 4350 300

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Pilot Ratio E2A060 - 8:1 2900 200

SV E2B060 - 3:1 E2H060
E2H060 - 1.75 : 1
Solenoid

E2J060 - 5:1 PILOT PRESSURE WITH

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1450 100 100 BAR LOAD E2B060

E2J060
Cartridge Material All parts steel. All operating E2A060
PV parts hardened steel. 0
LPM 20 40 60 80 100 120
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0
GPM 5.3 10.6 15.9 21.1 26.4 31.7
Operating Temp. -40°C to +93.3°C (Nitrile)
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Flow (Q)
Range/Seals (-40°F to +200°F)
-31.7°C to +121.1°C (Fluorocarbon) Pressure Drop vs Flow
CE (-25°F to +250°F) PSI Bar Hydraulic Oil 150 SSU @ 100°F (32 cSt)
290 20
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Fluid Mineral-based or synthetic with

PressurDrop Bar, PSI
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Compatibility/ lubricating properties at viscosities 218 15

Viscosity of 45 to 2000 SSU (6 to 420 cSt)
BC
145 10
Filtration ISO Code 16/13,
PILOTED OPEN 1 to 2
Bodies &

SAE Class 4 or better

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& FREE FLOW 2 to 1

73 5
Approx. Weight 0.54 kg (1.19 lbs.)
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Cavity 3C LPM 20 40 60 80 100 120
0
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(See BC Section for more details) GPM 5.3 10.6 15.9 21.1 26.4 31.7
Flow (Q)
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Dimensions Millimeters (Inches)

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13
(0.51) 5 AF Hex socket
max SH

17 AF Hex

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12 Nm
9 lb ft
torque
LM
47

Load/Motor
(1.85) 35 AF Hex

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85 Nm
63 lb ft
torque
FC
1-3/16 - 12 UNF

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Thread

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(3)

87 PC
(3.43) (2)

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Ordering Information
MV
E2 060

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Load Pilot Adjustment Cracking Seals
Control Ratio Style Pressure
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SV
Code Pilot Ratio Code Cracking Pressure Order Bodies Separately

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A 8:1 Omit for no setting (Standard)*
B 3:1 Specify setting if required LB10
H 1.75 : 1 *Standard valve is set to crack at 215 Bar
(3120 PSI). Valve to be set to 1.3 times Line Body Porting Body PV
J 5:1

Proportional
maximum load induced pressure. Material

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Code Adjustment Style / Kit No. Code Seals / Kit No. Code Porting
Z Screw Adjust (Standard) N Nitrile, Buna-N (Std.) / 039 3/4″ BSP (main) 1/4″ BSP (aux)
T Tamper Resistant (TC1125) (SK30008N-1) 069 1″ SAE (main) 1/4″ SAE (aux) CE
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V Fluorocarbon / 034 3/4″ BSP Dual Cavity
(SK30008V-1)
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234 3/4″ SAE Dual Cavity

Code Body Material BC

A Aluminum
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S Steel

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Introduction
Counterbalance valves are one of the most misunderstood products in the hydraulic industry. Many people tend to
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complicate the task of selecting a counterbalance valve and as such avoid opportunities. The goal of this Technical
Tips Section is to hopefully eliminate some of this confusion and help you chose the correct valve for your applica-
SH
tion. It is only a guide! It is not meant to be your only method of input, nor is it meant to replace good hydraulic
common sense and reasoning.
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LM Application Help Protect Against Hose Failures – Since the

Load/Motor

fluid must be pushed through a

DO I NEED A COUNTERBALANCE VALVE?
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restriction, hose failures result LOAD

A counterbalance is generally used for one or more of in a controlled movement of
the following purposes: the actuator and not
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Control an Overrunning Load – It restricts the flow a runaway load.
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from an actuator, thus forcing the load to be pushed Provides

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Protection
through the restriction and providing control of the
potential runaway load. This also helps in the preven-
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tion of cavitation. Force
Required
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Control in Critical Metering Applications – The When Hose

outward restriction also helps to gain control of sys- Breaks Load
Must Be Pushed Down
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tems with varying loads and speeds.
Holding a Load – Much like a pilot operated check NOTE: Counterbalance Valves are only needed if the appli-
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valve, a load is held in one direction until the appropri- cation calls for varying loads or varying speeds. If the load
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ate pilot pressure is available unseat the check and and speed are fixed, flow control valves and pilot operated
pass fluid. check valves may be substituted at generally a lower cost.
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Operation
An understanding of the general operation of a coun-
MV terbalance valve is required before proceeding further Differential
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into valve selection. Port
Area
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The counterbalance valve is a pressure control device

and functions as follows: Pressure is developed at the Pilot
Port
SV Work Port of the holding valve when the actuator is
pressurized. This pressure acts on the differential area, Work
Solenoid

Port By-Pass
and the force generated is counteracted by the bias
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spring. When there is sufficient pressure present to
PV
overcome the spring setting, the poppet begins to shift,
allowing fluid to pass through the valve port to tank via An added feature of the counterbalance valve is its
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the control valve. built-in thermal relief characteristic. A temperature rise

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To assist in the shifting of the poppet, an external can cause thermal expansion of the hydraulic fluid
pressure source (generally the opposite side of the trapped between the actuator and the counterbalance
CE valve’s poppet. As the pressure increases and reaches
actuator) is connected to the pilot port of the counter-
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balance valve. This pressure is applied to the pilot area the bias spring setting, the poppet unseats and a few
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and assists the differential area in opening the valve. drops of oil are allowed to escape through the valve
The pilot assist reduces load pressure required to port of the counterbalance valve. This relieves the
BC open the valve, and allows for a reduction in the thermal expansion of oil, allowing the counterbalance
horsepower required to move the load. If the load valve to continue holding the load in the same position.
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attempts to “run away” (move faster than the pump can When the flow is reversed to the actuator, then pres-
supply flow), the pilot signal will diminish and the sure unseats the built-in bypass check portion of the
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piston will begin to close restricting flow to tank and counterbalance valve allowing flow to pass from the
thus controlling the load. The counterbalance piston valve port to the work port. When no pressure is
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will maintain a position that maintains a positive pilot applied to either port of the counterbalance valve, the
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signal and will control the descent of the load. load is held in place.

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Valve Series E2A020 MHC-010

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Parker offers the four series of products outlined below:

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MHC – The MHC series is a threaded cartridge style
counterbalance valve. This series is ideal for incorpo- SH
rating into an integrated manifold or for installation

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directly into the port of the actuator. There are various
flow rates and pilot ratios available for the MHC Series.
CB101 – The CB101 is also a threaded cartridge style LM

Load/Motor
counterbalance valve. It also is ideal for incorporating

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into an integrated manifold or for installation directly
into the port of the actuator. The CB101 has an
industry common cavity (C10-3) and is available in FC
three pilot ratios.

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CB101 E6B060
E2 Series – The E2 Series valves are threaded

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cartridge style counterbalance valves. They are
available in standard and Vented configurations. In the PC
Vented configurations, the valves maintain their

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settings regardless of system backpressure. There are
various flow rates and pilot ratios available.
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Selecting Options be greater than the bias spring plus the tank pressure
before the counterbalance poppet will shift allowing flow.

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Below is a brief description of the options available on

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the ordering information pages and a brief explanation A vented style counterbalance valve relieves the bias
of when each would be used. spring chamber to atmosphere. Thus, the spring SV
chamber is in no way related to the tank chamber of
Flow Selection – Generally the counterbalance valve

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the counterbalance valve. So, if the pressure on the tank

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is sized according to the actual flow the valve will see
and not the system flow. Note that the ordering infor- line is high, or if the pressure setting is critical, then a
vented style counterbalance valve would be required.
mation callout is the nominal flow rate and not the PV
maximum. In other words, refer to the pressure drop Parker’s counterbalance valves are externally vented.

Proportional
curves when sizing the valves. For example: A MHC- This means no extra porting or manifold costs are

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010 can flow 25 GPM, but is rated as a 10 GPM valve. incurred when a vented counterbalance is needed.
It is possible to oversize a counterbalance valve! If the
MHC-010-S*S* Non-Vented Counterbalance Adjustable CE
counterbalance is oversized, the annulus between the Valve Port
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poppet and the seat is too large, thus the poppet

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opens too far causing instability. Remember you are Pilot

gaining control by causing a restriction. If you oversize Port

the counterbalance valve, the restriction is reduced Work Port BC

and so is the control.
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MHC-010-V*S* Vented Counterbalance Adjustable

Cavities

Vented versus Non-Vented – With a standard coun- Valve Port

terbalance valve, the bias spring is internally vented to
tank. This means any pressure on the tank line is Pilot TD
Port
sensed in the bias spring chamber and additive to the
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setting. Thus, the pressure at the work port now must Work Port
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External Vent Port

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Selection Options (Continued) Thermal Setting – Counterbalance valves have a
built-in thermal relief valve that compensates for the
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Pilot Ratio – The pilot ratio is the ratio of the pilot area
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versus the differential area poppet. Thus, the higher expansion of oil, due to temperature, by bleeding off
excess pressure. In other words, the thermal setting is
SH the pilot ratio, the less pressure that is needed to
assist the load pressure in unseating the poppet. This the pressure that the counterbalance will unload at if
means there is less restriction to the overrunning load, no pressure is present at the pilot port. Obviously, this
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setting should be above the holding setting. The Parker

resulting in less horsepower required and more control
of the load. So higher pilot ratio equates to less MHC counterbalance valves are automatically set
LM restriction to the overrunning load, less control and 1000 psi above the holding setting of the valve. You do
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less horsepower required. Lower ratio equates to more

not specify this setting, only the holding setting.
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restriction to the overrunning load, more control and For the CB101 Series, you do specify the Thermal/
more horse- Pilot Ratio Crack setting in the model code. The holding setting
(maximum load induced pressure) is 70% of that
FC power required.
The pilot ratio 10:1
specified setting. Example: Hold at 3000 psi, crack at
4285 psi. For the E2 Series, you specify the Thermal/
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decision is one Control HP Required

6:1
Crack setting in the model code. The crack setting
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of Horsepower 4:1
versus Control. For (maximum load induced pressure) should be 1.3 times
PC the hold. Example: Hold at 3000 psi, crack at 3900 psi.
reference the most 1:1
popular ratio is 6:1.
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Pilot Area – The pilot pressure required to lower the

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Less More
cylinder when fully loaded and unloaded can also be
determined before applying the valve. The pilot pres-
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10:1
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Primary function is load holding or hose break PP = (TS – L) / RP

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protection
Loads moving at fast speeds and positioning is PP = Pilot Pressure
DC not critical TS = Thermal Setting
7:1, 6:1 and 5:1
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L = Induced Load
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Most popular starting ratio RP = Pilot Ratio

4:1 and 3:1
Positioning is critical such as a pick and place Example:
MV application
Instability with 6:1 ratio
The maximum load is 3000 psi. A 6:1 Pilot Ratio was
chosen and the thermal relief setting is the standard
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1:1
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Motor control application 1000 psi over load setting. What is the pilot pressure
required to retract the cylinder if it is fully loaded? What
SV ADJUSTMENT TYPE pilot pressure is required to retract the cylinder if there
is no load?
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Parker offers counterbalance valves with adjustable LOAD NO LOAD

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and non-adjustable pressure settings. The non-

adjustable or shimmed version is recommended for
PV most applications as it prevents tampering or improper
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adjustment by uneducated end users.

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FULLY LOADED:
SELECTING SETTINGS
PP = (4000 psi – 3000 psi) / 6
CE There are three basic settings to consider before
PP = 1000 psi / 6
finalizing a counterbalance valve for your application.
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PP = 167 psi
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Holding Setting – The holding setting is sometimes

Thus, any time the pilot line sees at least 167 psi, the
referred to as the counterbalance setting. It is the
cylinder could lower the load.
BC maximum load setting you expect the counterbalance
to hold. Note that the counterbalance valve should be UNLOADED:
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set for the absolute maximum hold pressure required.

PP = (4000 psi – 0 psi) / 6
Also note that counterbalance valves are restrictive
PP = 4000 psi / 6
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type devices and as such are not ideal for low pres-
PP = 667 psi
sure applications, such as those below 750 psi. The
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holding setting is the setting you choose when select- Thus, at least 667 psi will be needed to lower the
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ing a counterbalance valve. cylinder when it is unloaded.

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Motor Controls movement of the motor prior to the release of the
brake, an equal area ratio counterbalance is used. To

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Counterbalance valves are used in motor circuits to

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stop overrunning loads and prevent cavitation. Since demonstrate let’s look again at the above example with
a 10:1 Ratio Counterbalance valve installed and a
hydraulic motors leak internally, the counterbalance SH
valve by itself cannot be used to hold the load. So, a maximum thermal setting of 3000 psi.
mechanical brake is used to hold the load on the motor 10:1 Example

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in place, as shown below. Some typical applications
include winches, swing drives, conveyor control and NO LOAD
traction drives. For applications in closed loop motor LM
PP = (TS – L) / RP

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circuits, vented spring cavities are required. PP = (3000 psi – 0 psi) / 10

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PP = 3000 psi / 10
Operation PP = 300 psi
Free flow to the motor is allowed through the internal FC
2000 PSI LOAD
check valve. In the controlled flow direction, the oil

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passes across a metering poppet. The position of the PP = (TS – L) / RP

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metering poppet is determined by an external pilot PP = (3000 psi – 2000 psi) / 10
signal from the other side of the motor. In an open loop PP = 1000 psi / 10 PC
motor circuit, this pilot signal will be a 1:1 ratio. The PP = 100 psi

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reason an equal ratio pilot signal is utilized is to Thus, when there is no load on the motor, the counter-
provide positive control as well as to release mechani-
balance opens at 300 psi, or just as the brake is being
cal brakes (when used in a braking circuit). In applica- released. When there is a 2000 psi load on the motor,
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the counterbalance will start to open with a pilot
both directions (such as a traction drive circuit), a dual

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pressure of 100 psi. The brake requires 300 psi, so the
MMB or two single MMB valves must be used.

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motor can start to rotate before the brake is released,
causing wear on the brake. To offset this problem, you
Brake Applications DC
300 PSI
could increase the maximum thermal setting to 5000

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psi, but this is very inefficient.

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1:1 (Equal Area) Example
Mechanical
Brake Equal area counterbalance valves are used primarily MV
in brake applications to avoid the wear problem
described above. With an Equal Area counterbalance

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valve, there is no thermal relief valve, and there is no
differential area to work on. In other words, the coun-
SV
terbalance valve only opens when the pilot pressure is
greater than the valve setting. The applied load has

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nothing to do with the pilot pressure required. Thus you
will want to choose a pressure setting for the equal
area counterbalance valve that is just slightly above PV

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the brake release pressure (usually 350 psi).
LOAD 2000 PSI

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In our example, the valve would be set at 350 psi. This
would allow the brake to release before the counterbal-
When the directional control valve is shifted, hydraulic CE
ance allows the load to move. Since the equal counter-
pressure (usually 300 psi) releases the mechanical
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balance valve always opens at 350 psi pilot pressure

brake and allows the load to be moved. The counter-
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and is not dependent on the load, it is the best valve

balance valve needs to provide adequate back pres-
for brake applications.
sure to open the brake, then immediately counterbal-
ance the load. Ideally, the brake will be disengaged Large Pressure Spike Application – Keep in mind BC
before the motor begins to rotate. If this sequence is that equal area counterbalance valves do not have a
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not achieved, the motor will try to rotate against the built-in thermal relief valve. As such, if there are large
applied brake reducing the life of the brake. This would pressure spikes caused by the stopping of heavy
be the equivalent of trying to drive with your emer- loads, then a ratioed counterbalance, such as a 10:1 TD
gency brake applied. Remember that hydraulic motors should be used. In most cases these are non-brake
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are equal area devices. So, in an effort to avoid the type applications.
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DESCRIPTION PAGE NO.

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Basic Hydraulic Formulas ........................................................................................................................................ TD1
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Ratings and Testing ................................................................................................................................................. TD1

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Temperature Ratings ............................................................................................................................................... TD1

Viscosity .................................................................................................................................................................. TD1

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Pressure Ratings ..................................................................................................................................................... TD1

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Thermal Shock ........................................................................................................................................................ TD1

Service and Components ........................................................................................................................................ TD1 FC

Limitations in Use ................................................................................................................................................... TD1

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Seal Material Selection ............................................................................................................................................ TD2
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Hydraulic Fluids ....................................................................................................................................................... TD3

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Hydraulic Filtration .................................................................................................................................................. TD3

Application of Product ............................................................................................................................................. TD3

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Offer of Sale ............................................................................................................................................................ TD4

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INTRODUCTION VISCOSITY
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In this section you will find a variety of technical Catalog data is from tests conducted on mineral oil at
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information pertinent to general hydraulics as well as a viscosity of 30 cSt (140 SSU) using an ISO VG:46
SH cartridge valve technology. test fluid.

HYDRAULIC FORMULAS Product should ideally be used at viscosities in the

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range of 15 to 50 cSt (80 to 230 SSU).

Below are a few of the common hydraulic formulas to
assist you in calculating the requirements for your Product will perform with reduced efficiency in the
LM ranges, 5 to 15 cSt (42 to 80 SSU) and 50 to 500 cSt
system:
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(230 to 2300 SSU). These extreme conditions must be

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Voltage = Current × Resistance evaluated by the user to establish suitability of the

Flow = Volume ÷ Unit of Time product’s performance.
FC
Pressure = Force ÷ Area PRESSURE RATINGS
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Horsepower = Flow × Pressure ÷ (1714 × Efficiency) Unless otherwise stated, all Parker cartridges have a
Flow

continuous duty pressure ratings as shown in the

∆p (Bar) x flow rate (LPM)
PC Hydraulic power (kW) = catalog. All pressure ratings are based on the cartridge
600 valve only. Exposure to elevated pressures may affect
where ∆p = pressure drop
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the performance and fatigue life of the product. The

material chosen for the body or carrier may affect the
∆p (PSI) x flow rate (GPM) pressure rating we recommend. Parker does not
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1714 recommend the use of cartridge valves in aluminum
bodies at pressures above 207 bar (3000 psi).
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RATINGS & TESTING

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All Parker cartridge valve products have been perfor-

THERMAL SHOCK
DC mance tested with the results shown on the individual It is unreasonable to expect product to withstand rapid
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valve catalog pages. The performance data shown temperature changes - this could affect both perfor-
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represents typical operation characteristics of the mance and life and care should be taken to protect the
product. In addition, our valves are endurance tested. product from such situations.
MV Validation is conducted by testing or similarity in
designs. SERVICE & COMPONENTS
Note: Not every cartridge option is endurance tested. One of the advantages of integrated hydraulic circuits
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In other words, one three way spool is endurance is their serviceability. Should a valve need to be
tested, and the others are assumed by similarity. replaced for any reason, a user only needs to unscrew
SV the valve from the manifold and screw the replacement
TEMPERATURE RATINGS into the cavity. As such, there are few replacement
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Product operating limits are broadly in the range -30°C parts available for the Parker cartridge products. As
to 150°C (-20°F to 300°F) but satisfactory operation with any hydraulic system, the operator should bleed
PV within the specification may not be accomplished. off any trapped pressure and consult machine service
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Leakage and response will be affected when used at manuals prior to service. Parker does not offer any
service parts for internal components, but external
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temperature extremes and it is the user’s responsibility

to determine acceptability at these levels. components such as coils, knobs, and seals are
available.
CE Seals used in these products generally have the
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following temperature limitations: LIMITATIONS IN USE

Coils &

Nitrile (Buna N) -30°C to 100°C (-20°F to 210°F) Parker cartridge valves are designed for a wide variety
of industrial and mobile applications. Despite their
BC Fluorocarbon -20°C to 150°C (-4°F to 300°F)
flexibility, Parker Hannifin does not recommend or
Hytrel -54°C to 135°C (-65°F to 275°F) support the use of our cartridge valves in any on
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highway or aerospace applications. We also do not

GTPFE -30°C to 150°C (-20°F to 300°F)
recommend our products for use in the transport of
TD explosive products or in hazardous environments.
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SEAL MATERIAL SELECTION Thus, the “D”-Ring outperforms standard polyurethane
o-rings, especially when using high water content fluids

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You should match the seal compatibility to the tem-

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perature and fluid being used in your application. at elevated temperatures. The “D”-Ring is compatible
with most water-glycol, water/oil emulsions, and high
Parker offers three seal materials to meet your applica- SH
tion requirements. Parker’s standard material is a 4301 grade petroleum based hydraulic fluids at tempera-
Polyurethane RESILON™ material “D”-Ring. We also tures between -45°C to +93°C (-50°F to +200°F)

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offer Fluorocarbon and Nitrile seals. A brief synopsis of The unique shape of the Parker “D”-Ring also provides
each seal material is given below to help you choose a variety of design advantages. The seal is molded into
the best seal for your application. LM
a “D” shape where the seal is higher in the middle and

Load/Motor
lower on the ends. This prevents the seal edge from

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“D”-Ring (4301 Polyurethane RESILON™ Material)
The “D”-Ring is the standard seal material on the folding over on a corner inside the manifold during
Winner’s Circle threaded cartridge valves. The “D”- installation. In addition, this design has a minimal lip,
Ring is molded of a special 4301 Polyurethane thus, friction is reduced. Another unique feature of the FC
RESILON™. Polyurethane materials exhibit better “D”-Ring is its symmetrical design, resulting in no

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performance degradation from the reverse direction, or
wear resistance and tensile strength than standard

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Nitrile or Fluorocarbon material. In addition, it has an worry of backward installation. The “D”-Ring is also
excellent resistance to compression set. This in- equipped with “pressure pedestals” to reduce the PC
effects of “blow-by” common in reverse cycling. The pres-
creased strength eliminates the need for back-rings

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sure pedestals increase the sealing capability of the

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and simplifies installation.
“D”-Ring, by reducing the radial pressure forces that
The 4301 compound is a Parker exclusive material compress the sealing face of the o-ring. The drawing
designed to prevent hydrolysis at high temperatures. below depicts the shape and highlights the features. LE

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No Backup Rings 4301 RESILON™ Material
The increased wear resistance and Specially designed Parker exclusive
strength of polyurethane eliminates 4301 Polyurethane RESILON™
the need for backup rings, thus prevents hydrolosis better than other DC

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minimizing installation issues. polyurethane materials.

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“D” Shape
Unique “D” shape provides
sealing in the critical areas Pressure Pedestals Reduced Lip SV
while reducing the chance Specially molded pressure The unique shape reduces

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of a seal being cut during pedestals help reduce the the lip and thus the amount

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manifold installation. effects of “blow-by” of wear due to friction.

Nitrile Fluorocarbon PV
Nitrile o-rings are also compatible with most water- Fluorocarbon o-rings are compatible with most phos-

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glycol, water/oil emulsions, and high grade petroleum phate ester fluids and phosphate ester blends. Parker

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based hydraulic fluids. Parker only recommends Nitrile only recommends Fluorocarbon seals for temperatures
o-rings for temperatures between -40°C to +93°C between -32°C to +121°C (-25°F to +250°F). Fluoro-
(-40°F to +200°F). Nitrile o-rings do require a full back- carbon o-rings do require a full back-up ring, or two CE
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HYDRAULIC FLUIDS There is no direct correlation between using a specific
ISO cleanliness classification. Numerous other variables
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Parker recommends using top-quality mineral based or

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synthetic hydraulic fluids with lubricating properties at should be considered such as particulate ingression,
actual flow through filters, and filter location.
SH viscosities of 45 to 2000 SSU (6 to 420 cSt) at 38°C
(100°F). The absolute viscosity range 80 to 1000 SSU A number of interrelated system factors combine to
(16 to 220 cSt.). Fluids should have high anti-wear determine proper media and filter combinations. To
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characteristics and be treated to protect against accurately determine which combination is ideal for
oxidation. your system, all these factors need to be accounted
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for. With the development of filtration sizing software
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HYDRAULIC FILTRATION such as Parker inPHorm, this information can be used

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Hydraulic systems that include Parker valves should to compute the optimal selection. In many instances
be carefully protected against fluid contamination. The the information available may be limited. In these
FC proper cleanliness level for Parker cartridge valves cases, “rules of thumb” based on empirical data and
should be maintained at an ISO cleanliness level of proven examples are applied to get an initial starting
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75% of all system failures are a direct result of con- APPLICATION OF PRODUCT
PC tamination. Contamination interferes with four functions
of hydraulic fluids. CAUTION - It is important to note that the Parker
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Hydraulic Cartridge Systems Division makes a variety

1. To act as an energy transmission medium. of valves, many of which fit into the same cavity.
2. To lubricate internal moving parts of components. However, their functionality may differ considerably
LE from one valve type to another. Accordingly fit
3. To act a heat transfer medium. interchangeability does not necessarily mean form
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or function interchangeability. Users should ensure

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4. To seal clearances between moving components.

that the appropriate valve is installed in the cavity by
DC A properly selected filter will provide adequate protec- cross checking the part number stamped on the valve
tion and reduce operating cost. This is achieved by with that published in approved service literature or in
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increasing the expected life of the valves and reducing the installation drawing.
the cost of maintenance and repairs. Operation will be
smoother and more precise.
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The items described in this document and other documents or descriptions provided by Parker Hannifin Corporation, its subsidiaries and its authorized
distributors are hereby offered for sale at prices to be established by Parker Hannifin Corporation, its subsidiaries and its authorized distributors. This

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offer and its acceptance by any customer (“Buyer”) shall be governed by all of the following Terms and Conditions. Buyer’s order for any such items,

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when communicated to Parker Hannifin Corporation, its subsidiary or an authorized distributor (“Seller”) verbally or in writing, shall constitute acceptance
of this offer.
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1. Terms and Conditions of Sale: All descriptions, quotations, proposals, by Buyer. Unless otherwise agreed, Seller shall have the right to alter,
offers, acknowledgments, acceptances and sales of Seller’s products are discard or otherwise dispose of any special tooling or other property in its

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subject to and shall be governed exclusively by the terms and conditions sole discretion at any time.
stated herein. Buyer’s acceptance of any offer to sell is limited to these 8. Buyer’s Property: Any designs, tools, patterns, materials, drawings,
terms and conditions. Any terms or conditions in addition to, or inconsistent confidential information or equipment furnished by Buyer or any other
with those stated herein, proposed by Buyer in any acceptance of an offer items which become Buyer’s property, may be considered obsolete and LM
by Seller, are hereby objected to. No such additional, different or inconsistent may be destroyed by Seller after two (2) consecutive years have elapsed

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terms and conditions shall become part of the contract between Buyer and without Buyer placing an order for the items which are manufactured using

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Seller unless expressly accepted in writing by Seller. Seller’s acceptance such property, Seller shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to
of any offer to purchase by Buyer is expressly conditional upon Buyer’s such property while it is in Seller’s possession or control.
assent to all the terms and conditions stated herein, including any terms 9. Taxes: Unless otherwise indicated on the face hereof, all prices and
in addition to, or inconsistent with those contained in Buyer’s offer, charges are exclusive of excise, sales, use, property, occupational or like FC
Acceptance of Seller’s products shall in all events constitute such assent. taxes which may be imposed by any taxing authority upon the manufacture,
2. Payment: Payment shall be made by Buyer net 30 days from the date sale or delivery of the items sold hereunder. If any such taxes must be paid

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of delivery of the items purchased hereunder. Amounts not timely paid by Seller or if Seller is liable for the collection of such tax, the amount

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shall bear interest at the maximum rate permitted by law for each month thereof shall be in addition to the amounts for the items sold. Buyer agrees
or portion thereof that the Buyer is late in making payment. Any claims by to pay all such taxes or to reimburse Seller therefore upon receipt of its
Buyer for omissions or shortages in a shipment shall be waived unless invoice. If Buyer claims exemption from any sales, use or other tax PC
Seller receives notice thereof within 30 days after Buyer’s receipt of the imposed by any taxing authority, Buyer shall save Seller harmless from
shipment. and against any such tax, together with any interest or penalties thereon

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3. Delivery: Unless otherwise provided on the face hereof, delivery shall which may be assessed if the items are held to be taxable.
be made F.O.B. Seller’s plant. Regardless of the method of delivery, 10. Indemnity For Infringement of Intellectual Property Rights: Seller
however, risk of loss shall pass to Buyer upon Seller’s delivery to a carrier. shall have no liability for infringement of any patents, trademarks, copyrights,
Any delivery dates shown are approximate only and Seller shall have no trade dress, trade secrets or similar rights except as provided in this Part LE
liability for any delays in delivery. 10. Seller will defend and indemnify Buyer against allegations of

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4. Warranty: Seller warrants that the items sold hereunder shall be free infringement of U.S. Patents, U.S. Trademarks, copyrights, trade dress
from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 18 months from and trade secrets (hereinafter ‘Intellectual Property Rights’). Seller will

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date of shipment from Parker Hannifin Corporation. THIS WARRANTY defend at its expense and will pay the cost of any settlement or damages
COMPRISES THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO awarded in an action brought against Buyer based on an allegation that
ITEMS PROVIDED HEREUNDER. SELLER MAKES NO OTHER an item sold pursuant to this contract infringes the Intellectual Property DC
WARRANTY, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND Rights of a third party. Seller’s obligation to defend and indemnify Buyer

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WHATSOEVER. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT is contingent on Buyer notifying Seller within ten (10) days after Buyer

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LIMITED TO, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PURPOSE, becomes aware of such allegations of infringement, and Seller having sole
WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF control over the defense of any allegations or actions including all
LAW, TRADE USAGE, OR COURSE OF DEALING ARE HEREBY negotiations for settlement or compromise. If an item sold hereunder is
DISCLAIMED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE FOREGOING, THERE ARE subject to a claim that it infringes the Intellectual Property Rights of a third MV
NO WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER ON ITEMS BUILT OR ACQUIRED party, Seller may, at its sole expense and option, procure for Buyer the
WHOLLY OR PARTIALLY, TO BUYER’S DESIGNS OR right to continue using said item, replace or modify said item so as to make

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SPECIFICATIONS. it noninfringing, or offer to accept return of said item and return the
5. Limitation Of Remedy: SELLER’S LIABILITY ARISING FROM OR IN purchase price less a reasonable allowance for depreciation.
ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE ITEMS SOLD OR THIS CONTRACT Notwithstanding the foregoing, Seller shall have no liability for claims of
SHALL BE LIMITED EXCLUSIVELY TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT infringement based on information provided by Buyer, or directed to items SV
OF THE ITEMS SOLD OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID delivered hereunder for which the designs are specified in whole or part
BY BUYER, AT SELLER’S SOLE OPTION. IN NO EVENT SHALL by Buyer, or infringements resulting from the modification, combination or

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SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR use in a system of any item sold hereunder. The foregoing provisions of
SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE WHATSOEVER, this Part 10 shall constitute Seller’s sole and exclusive liability and Buyer’s
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS ARISING FROM sole and exclusive remedy for infringement of Intellectual Property Rights.
OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITEMS If a claim is based on information provided by Buyer or if the design for an PV
SOLD HEREUNDER, WHETHER ALLEGED TO ARISE FROM BREACH item delivered hereunder is specified in whole or in part by Buyer, Buyer

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OF CONTRACT, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, OR IN TORT, shall defend and indemnify Seller for all costs, expenses or judgments

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INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, NEGLIGENCE, FAILURE TO resulting from any claim that such item infringes any patent, trademark,
WARN OR STRICT LIABILITY. copyright, trade dress, trade secret or any similar right.
6. Changes, Reschedules and Cancellations: Buyer may request to 11. Force Majeure: Seller does not assume the risk of and shall not be
modify the designs or specifications for the items sold hereunder as well liable for delay or failure to perform any of Seller’s obligations by reason CE
as the quantities and delivery dates thereof, or may request to cancel all of circumstances beyond the reasonable control of Seller (hereinafter
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or part of this order, however, no such requested modification or cancellation ‘Events of Force Majeure’). Events of Force Majeure shall include without
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shall become part of the contract between Buyer and Seller unless limitation, accidents, acts of God, strikes or labor disputes, acts, laws,
accepted by Seller in a written amendment to this Agreement. Acceptance rules or regulations of any government or government agency, fires,
of any such requested modification or cancellation shall be at Seller’s floods, delays or failures in delivery of carriers or suppliers, shortages of
discretion, and shall be upon such terms and conditions as Seller may materials and any other cause beyond Seller’s control. BC
require. 12. Entire Agreement/Governing Law: The terms and conditions set
7. Special Tooling: A tooling charge may be imposed for any special forth herein, together with any amendments, modifications and any
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tooling, including without limitation, dies, fixtures, molds and patterns, different terms or conditions expressly accepted by Seller in writing, shall
acquired to manufacture items sold pursuant to this contract. Such special constitute the entire Agreement concerning the items sold, and there are
tooling shall be and remain Seller’s property notwithstanding payment of no oral or other representations or agreements which pertain thereto. This
any charges by Buyer. In no event will Buyer acquire any interest in Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the law of the State of Ohio. TD
apparatus belonging to Seller which is utilized in the manufacture of the No actions arising out of the sale of the items sold hereunder or this
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items sold hereunder, even if such apparatus has been specially converted Agreement may be brought by either party more than two (2) years after
or adapted for such manufacture and notwithstanding any charges paid the cause of action accrues.
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