®

VICKERS
SystemStak® Valves

ISO 4401-03; NFPA-D03; 315 bar (4500 psi); 60 L/min (15.7 USgpm)

GB 2027B
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Build a Compact, Cost-Effective, Reliable Hydraulic
System with Vickers SystemStakt Valves

Reduces System Space SystemStak Systems... Easy to

Requirements Understand, Easy to Design
SystemStak valves make compact SystemStak circuitry is best shown
hydraulic systems in which specific using slightly different symbols than
function valves are “sandwich” mounted those for traditional valve configurations.
between a directional valve and a Each SystemStak symbol has the same
standard mounting surface. basic form and size as shown in fig. 1.
Reduce Cost
SystemStak valves eliminate intervalve
piping and leak-prone tube and pipe
connections. Installed cost is less than
when using conventional valves. P T B A

Versatile and Easy to Install

SystemStak valves have all the internal Figure 1
passages necessary to serve the
directional valve topping them. Mounting
surfaces and port patterns are to
P T B A
international standards: any valve
conforming to ISO 4401 size 03; P T B A
ANSI/B93.7M size D03; NFPA-D03; Figure 4
CETOP 3; and DIN 24340, NG6 Figure 2
mounting interface can be used with Relief valves should normally be
these SystemStak valves. positioned next to the mounting surface
For ease of understanding, remember
Rugged and Reliable the directions of flow for each line, and (i.e. at the bottom of the stack). When
Internal working parts are produced from both a flow control and a pilot operated
that all four flow paths pass through
hardened steel and mounted in ductile each valve (see fig. 2). For clarity, check valve are required, it is
(spheroidal graphite) iron bodies. directional valves are drawn vertically in recommended that the flow control valve
Excellent reliability is ensured. Working be between the check valve and the
SystemStak circuit diagrams (see fig. 3).
parts are accessible without removing actuator to prevent check valve chatter.
valves from an assembled stack.

P
T

B A

Figure 5

A combination of directional valve,

P T B A
SystemStak valve(s) and
subplate/manifold block (fig. 5: single
Figure 3 station subplate and fig. 6: multi-station
manifold) completes the assembly.
Each station (valve stack) is a
combination of functions. When
designing and assembling SystemStak
valves, care must be taken to ensure
that they interact as required by stacking
the functions in the correct sequence
(fig. 4 is an example).

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SystemStak Systems . . . Easy to Understand,
Easy to Design

P
T

B A B A

Figure 6

Fig. 7 represents a complete

SystemStak system, showing typical
use of functions available from this
range. The circuit diagram also shows
the use of a tapping plate for accessing
line pressure readings, and a blanking
plate to close off an unused station of a
multi-station manifold.

P
T

B A B A B A

Figure 7

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Table of Contents

Function Basic symbol Basic model Features Page

Relief DGMC Single, dual and crossport 5
models

Counterbalance DGMR Control in port T 9

Sequence DGMR1 Single port P sequence 9

Reducing/relieving DGMX Piloted from (and reduced 9

pressure in) port P, A or B

Direct check DGMDC Single check in any port; dual 13

check in ports A and B only

Pilot operated check DGMPC Single in port A or B; dual in 16

ports A and B

Flow restrictor DGMFN Single or dual port, meter-in 19

or meter-out

Further information: 22
Mounting bolts, subplates and manifold blocks
Hydraulic fluids
Filtration requirements
Temperature limits
Pressure drop at other viscosities
Types H and K adjusters
Warranty and repair
Ordering procedure

Operating Data
Maximum flow rate 60 L/min (16 USgpm)
Maximum operating pressure 315 bar (4500 psi)
Pressure drops See graphs
Mounting position Optional
Mass, Approximate:
DGMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,3 kg (2.9 lb)
DGMC2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,5 kg (5.5 lb)
DGMR(1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,3 kg (2.9 lb)
DGMX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,3 kg (2.9 lb)
DGMDC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 kg (2.2 lb)
DGMPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,8 kg (1.8 lb)
DGMFN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,1 kg (2.2 lb)

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Relief Valves
DGMC-3-4*
DGMC2-3-4*

General Description Typical Section

These two-stage adjustable pressure

relief valves limit the maximum pressure
in the line(s) controlled by the integral
relief valve elements.

Pressure adjustment options of control

knob (with or without keylock) or
screw/locknut design are available. The
two-stage operation is basically identical
to long-established balanced piston
valves, described in detail in Vickers
Industrial hydraulics manual.

Functional Symbols Model Code for Relief Valves

For simplicity these two-stage valves are DGMC(2) -3- ** - * * (-B * - * * )- * - 4*
represented as single-stage models

DGMC-3-PT-** 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

P T B A
1 Type
2 = Dual relief function
Omit for single relief function

2 First function
DGMC2-3-AT-**-BT-**
Single relief, or first line of dual models
P T B A Code Pressure Discharge Usage
limited in into

PT P T Single only
AB A B Single, or dual with BA
BA B A Single only
AT A T Single, or dual with BT
BT B T Single only
DGMC-3-BA-**
3 Pressure adjustment range, first
P T B A function
A = 3-50 bar (43.5-725 psi)
B = 3-100 bar (43.5-1450 psi)
C = 10-200 bar (145-2900 psi)
G = 50-315 bar (725-4500 psi)

DGMC2-3-AB-**-BA-** 4 Pressure adjustment/ locking

method, first function
P T B A
H = Handknob
K = Micrometer with keylock
W = Screw and locknut

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Relief Valves
DGMC-3-4*
DGMC2-3-4*

5 Second function Performance

Second line of dual models
Characteristics
Code Pressure Discharge Usage Pressure override
limited in into Typical performance for PT models at
max. pressure settings with mineral oil at
BA B A Dual with
21 cSt (102 SUS) and at 50_C (122_F).
AB
BT B T Dual with
AT psi bar

Omit for single line models 5000 350

300
4000
6 Pressure adjustment range,
250
second function Pressure
3000
Options as in 3 200

2000 150
7 Pressure adjustment/ locking
100
method, second function
1000
Options as in 4 50

0
8 Gage port: option on AT and PT 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min
single models only
B = G1/4I (1/4 BSPF) 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
S = SAE 4 (7/16I-20 UNF-2B) Flow rate
Blank = No gage port

9 Design number, 40 series

Subject to change. Installation
dimensions unchanged for design
numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMC(2)-3**-**(-B*-**)-4*
Models with type W adjuster
To adjust valve setting slacken off locknut
and turn adjuster screw .
Turn clockwise to increase pressure;
counter-clockwise to decrease pressure
Re-tighten locknut after completing
adjustment.

A max.

79 (3.1)
fully out

T
A
B
P
Line A adjustment Line B or line P adjustment
(according to model type)

B max.

4 (0.16) max. over gage port plug

4 (5/32) A/F hex. socket

40
(1.57) 20
(0.79)
12,7 (1/2) A/F hex. locknut
Ø3 (0.12 dia) Torque to 25-30 Nm (18-22 lbf ft)
3,5 (0.14)

4 holes through: Ø5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “O” seals supplied for this mounting face

P
47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8)
A
T

39 (1.54)

76 (3)

C max.

D max.

Model A B C D

DGMC-3-AT-*W-4* – – 154 (6.1) –

DGMC-3-BT-*W-4* – – – 156 (6.2)
DGMC-3-AT-*W-*-4* – 160 (6.3) – –
DGMC-3-PT-*W-4* – – – 156 (6.2)
DGMC-3-PT-*W-*-4* – 160 (6.3) – –
DGMC2-3-AT-*W-BT-*W-4* 234 (9.2) – – –
For gage port thread options see model code 8

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

E max.

T
A
B
Line A adjustment P Line B adjustment

16,75 (0.66)

16,75 (0.66)

8 (0.13) max. 10 (0.4) max.

F max.

G max.

Model E F G

DGMC-3-AB-*W-4* – – 164 (6.5)

DGMC-3-BA-*W-*-4* – 164 (6.5) –
DGMC2-3-AB-*W-BA-*W-4* 234 (9.2) – –

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Pressure Controls: Counterbalance, Sequence and Pressure Reducing Valves
DGMR(1)-3-4*
DGMX*-3-4*

General Description Typical Section

These single-stage valves operate by

the application of pressure on the end of
the valve spool, acting against a spring
which is loaded by means of the
adjustment mechanism.

In the counterbalance and sequence

valves the spool is offset by the spring
such that flow cannot pass through the
valve. When the force exerted by the
pilot pressure on the spool end exceeds
the force of the main spring, the spool is
moved to allow flow through the valve.
In the pressure reducing valve the flow
path is normally open and is closed as
the pilot pressure exceeds the setting of Functional Symbols
the valve. Excessive pressure in the
DGMR-3-TA DGMX*-3-PB
reduced-pressure line is prevented by a
pressure relieving function. P T B A P T B A

Pressure adjustment options of control

knob (with or without keylock) or
screw/locknut design are available.

DGMR1-3-PP DGMX*-3-PP
P T B A P T B A

DGMX*-3-PA
P T B A

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Model Code for Counterbalance, Sequence and Pressure Reducing Valves

DGM *(*) -3- ** (*) - * * - * - 4*

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1 Type 6 Gage port

R = Counterbalance function B = G1/8I (1/8 BSPF)
R1 = Sequence function S = SAE 4 (7/16I-20 UNF-2B)
X1 = Pressure reducing, underlapped
X2 = Pressure reducing, overlapped 7 Design number, 40 series
X3 = Pressure reducing, overlapped,
Subject to change. Installation
low leakage
dimensions unchanged for design
numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.
2 Function ports
For DGMR only:
TA = Counterbalance control function in
“T” port, controlled by pressure in
“A” port
For DGMR1 only:
PP = Sequence control in “P” port,
controlled by pressure in “P” port
For DGMX only:
PA = Pressure reducing function in line
P, piloted from A
PB = Pressure reducing function in line
P, piloted from B
PP = Pressure reducing function in line
P, piloted from P

3 Adjuster location
Option on DGMX only
L = Adjuster at “A”-port end of valve
Blank = Adjuster at “B”-port end of valve

4 Pressure adjustment range

For DGMX only:
Y = 1,40-7,0 bar (21-101 psi)
R = 1,40-45,0 bar (21-652 psi)
For DGMR and DGMX:
A = 3-30 bar (43.5-435 psi)
B = 3,5-70 bar (51-1000 psi)
C = 10-140 bar (145-2000 psi)
F = 20-250 bar (290-3625 psi)

5 Pressure adjustment/ locking

method
H = Handknob
K = Micrometer with keylock
W = Screw and locknut

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Performance Characteristics

Typical performance with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and at 50_C (122_F).

DGMX*-3-P* DGMR1-3-PP
DGMX3-3
DGMX2-3
psi bar DGMX1-3 psi bar
300 300
4000 4000
250 250
3000 3000

Pressure
200 200
Pressure

2000 150 2000 150

100 100
1000 1000
50 50

0 0 0
20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min
6 4 2 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Reverse flow to T line Reduced pressure line Flow rate
Flow rate

DGMX*-3-P*
Low Pressure/Flow Rate Minimum Performance
psi bar
Reduced pressure setting

1000 70
60
Effect of Back-Pressure
800 The effective reduced pressure is equal
50
600 40 to the valve adjustment setting plus any
30 back-pressure in line T
400
20
200
10
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Q max.

Dead Head Leakage

Typical leakage flow at 250 bar inlet
pressure from reduced pressure line into
T at “Dead Head” condition (i.e. No flow
required at the reduced pressure outlet.)
This leakage flow must be provided at
the inlet line P in order to maintain the
reduced outlet pressure.
DGMX1-3 = 1600
DGMX2-3 = 400
DGMX3-3 = 80

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMR-3-TA-**-*-4*
DGMR1-3-PP-**-*-4*
DGMX(*)-3-P*(L)-**-*-4*
Models with type W adjuster
To adjust valve setting slacken off locknut and turn
adjuster screw
Turn clockwise to increase pressure;
counter-clockwise to decrease pressure.
Re-tighten locknut after completing adjustment.
DGMX2-3-**L models have adjuster and end
cap/gage port locations interchanged from positions
shown.

T
A
B
P

4 (5/32) A/F hex. socket

40
(1.57) 20
(0.79)
12,7 (1/2) A/F hex. locknut
Ø3 (0.12 dia) Torque to 25-30 Nm (18-22 lbf ft)
3,5 (0.14)

4 holes through: Ø5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “O” seals supplied for this mounting face

P
47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8)
A
T

14 (0.55) max.

39 (1.54)

76 (3) 80 (3,1) max.

For gage port thread options see model code 6 ,

(pressure plug fitted)

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Direct Check Valves
DGMDC-3-4*

Typical Section
General Description
These valves allow free flow in one
direction in the line in which the check
valve element(s) is (are) located; flow in
the opposite direction is not possible.

Functional Symbols
DGMDC-3-X-A*
P T B A

Model Code for Direct Check Valves

DGMDC-3-Y-A* DGMDC-3- * - * * (- * * )- 4*
P T B A

1 2 3 4 5 6

DGMDC-3-X-B* 1 Direction of flow

P T B A X = Free flow away from actuator
Y = Free flow towards actuator

2 Check location
DGMDC-3-Y-B* A = A line
P T B A B = B line
P = P line; with Y in 1
T = T line; with X in 1

3 Check valve opening/cracking

DGMDC-3-Y-P* pressure
P T B A K = 1 bar (14.5 psi)
M = 2,5 bar (36 psi)
N = 5 bar (72 psi)

4 Check location (second element

DGMDC-3-X-T*
P T B A
of dual model)
Only available as model type
DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B*-4*
B = B line

DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B* 5 Check valve opening/cracking

P T B A pressure (second function of dual
model)
Options as in 3

6 Design number, 40 series

Subject to change. Installation
dimensions unchanged for design
numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.

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Performance Characteristics

Typical performance with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and at 50_C(122_F)

Pressure drop: free flow through check valve

psi bar
30
400 27
24
Pressure drop

300 21
18

200 15
12
9
100
6
3
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate

For other viscosities, see “Further

Information”.

Internal Leakage Across Closed

Check Valve
Less than 0,25 ml/min (0.015 in3/min) at
250 bar (3625 psi)

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B*-4* DGMDC-3-X-A*-4*
DGMDC-3-X-T*-4*
DGMDC-3-Y-A*-4*
DGMDC-3-Y-P*-4*

T T
A A
B B
P P

101 (4) max.

13
(0.51)

40
(1.57)
H H

Ø3 (0.12 dia)
3,5 (0.14)
12
(0.47)
88 (3.46) max.

DGMDC-3-X-B*-4*
4 off “O” seals supplied for this mounting face DGMDC-3-Y-B*-4*
4 holes through: Ø5,3 (0.21 dia)

P
47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8)
A H
T

39 (1.54)
13 (0.51)

76 (3) 89 (3.5) max.

Model type H

DGMDC-3-X-A*-4*
16,75
DGMDC-3-X-B*-4*
(0.66)
DGMDC-3-Y-P*-4*

DGMDC-3-X-T*-4*
DGMDC-3-Y-A*-4* 23,25
DGMDC-3-Y-B*-4* (0.92)
DGMDC-3-Y-A*-B*-4*

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Pilot Operated Check Valves
DGMPC-3-4*

Typical Section
General Description
These valves provide pilot operated
check functions in one or both service
lines (A or B), the operating pilot supply
coming from the opposite service line.
Thus with pressure in one service line
the check valve in the other service line
will be open (subject to system/actuator
pressures being correct for the valve
area ratios).
A 3:1 area ratio of pilot piston to check
valve seat is supplemented by an
optional 10:1 decompression feature.

Functional Symbols Model Code for Pilot Operated Check Valves

DGMPC-3-(D)AB*-(D)BA*
DGMPC-3-(D)** * [- (D) ** *] - 4*
B1 A1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1 Decompression feature 6 Check valve opening/cracking

D = 10:1 decompression ratio pressure (second function of dual
P T B A models)
Omit if not required
Options as in 3
DGMPC-3-(D)AB* 2 Function Omit for single line models
AB = Check in line A, pilot operated
B1 A1
from line B 7 Design number, 40 series
BA = Check in line B, pilotoperated Subject to change. Installation
from line A (single check model dimensions unchanged for design
only) numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.

P T B A
3 Check valve opening/cracking
pressure
DGMPC-3-(D)BA* K = 1 bar (14.5 psi)
M = 2,5 bar (36 psi)
B1 A1 N = 5 bar (72 psi)

4 Decompression feature (second

function of dual models)
As in 1
P T B A
Omit for single line models,and if not
required for dual models
Note: “D” must be specified here, for dual models, if
called for in 1

5 Second function of dual models

BA = Check in line B, pilot operated
from line A
Omit for single line models

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Performance Characteristics

Pressure Drop Data

Typical performance with mineral oil at
21 cSt (102 SUS) and at 50_C(122_F) u

Pressure drop: flow path A1 to A or B1 to B (no pilot-pressure Pressure drop: flow path A to A1, or B to B1 with check valve
operation) pilot-operated fully open
psi bar
30
400 27 psi bar
24 25
Pressure drop

300 21 300 20

Pressure drop
18

200 15 15
200
12
9 10
100 100
6
5
3
0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate Flow rate

u For other viscosities see “Further Information”.

Pilot Pressures
Pilot area ratios:
Main check valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:1
Decompression poppet . . . . . . . . . . 10:1
Use applicable ratio and opening/
cracking pressure to calculate pilot
pressure to open valve element, applied
to the following formulae:

To open valve or decompression poppet

in line A:
p A ) p C – p A1
Pressure at B1 = + pA1
Area ratio factor

To open valve or decompression poppet

in line B:
p B ) p C – p B1
Pressure at A1 = + pB1
Area ratio factor
Where:
pA = Pressure at A
pC = Cracking/opening pressure
pA1 = Pressure at A1
pB = Pressure at B
pB1 = Pressure at B1
A =
B = Service line location;
A1= see functional symbols
B1=
Leakage
Less than 0,25 ml/min (0.015 in3/min) at
250 bar (3625 psi).

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMPC-3-(D)AB*-(D)BA*-4* DGMPC-3-(D)AB*-4*

T T
A A
B B
P P

101 (4) max.

13
(0.51)

40
(1.57) 23
(0.9)

Ø3 (0.12 dia) 12 (0.47)

3,5 (0.14)

97 (3.82)

DGMPC-3-(D)BA*-4*
4 holes through: Ø5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “O” seals supplied for this mounting face

P
47,6 46 B(B1)
(1.87) (1.8) A(A1)
T

13
39 (1.54) (0.51)
97 (3.82)
76 (3)

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Flow Restrictor Valves
DGMFN-3-4*

Typical Section
General Description
These valves regulate flow by means
of an adjustable orifice which is not
pressure compensated, and flow
through the valve is entirely dependent
upon pressure drop at any particular
setting of the orifice.
Dual service-line models with an integral
non-return valve around each control
orifice provide for meter-in or meter-out
control; single line versions of these are
available.

For flow restriction in P or T lines (where

reverse free flow is not required) models
without check valves are available.
Model Code for Flow Restrictor Valves
Adjustment options are either
screw/locknut or handknob. DGMFN-3- * - * * * (- * * * )- 4*
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Functional Symbols
DGMFN-3-X-A**-B** 1 Direction of flow control (with 6 Type of control needle/orifice
P T B A respect to machine actuator) (second line of dual models)
X = Meter-in control, applicable to lines Options as in 3
A and B Omit for single models
Y = Meter-out control, applicable to
lines A and B 7 Adjuster type (second line of dual
Z = Meter-in control, line P only and models)
meter-out control, line T only. Options as in 4
DGMFN-3-Y-A**-B**
Omit for single models
P T B A
2 Location of control function
(single model or first line of dual 8 Design number, 40 series
model) Subject to change. Installation
P = Line P (single model only) dimensions unaltered for design
T = Line T (single model only) numbers 40 to 49 inclusive.
A = Line A (single model or first line of
DGMFN-3-Z-P** dual model)
P T B A B = Line B (single model only)

3 Type of control needle/orifice

(single model or first line of dual
model)
1 = Fine control
DGMFN-3-Z-T** 2 = Standard control
P T B A
4 Adjuster type (single model or
first line of dual model)
H = Handknob
W = Screw/locknut

5 Control in second line

B = Line B (use for dual models with
“A” specified at 2 )
Omit for single models

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Performance Characteristics

Pressure Drop
Typical performance with mineral oil at 21 cSt (102 SUS) and at 50_C(122_F)
Type “1” needle (see model codes 3 and 6 ) Type “2” needle (see model codes 3 and 6 )

psi bar Number of turns of adjuster psi bar Number of turns of adjuster
60 60
800 1 2 3 4 5 6 800 1 2 3 4
50 50
Pressure drop

Pressure drop
600 40 600 40

30 30
400 400 5
20 20
6
200 200
10 10

0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm 0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate Flow rate

Free flow through check valve

psi bar
200 14
12
Pressure drop

150 10
8
100
6
50 4
2
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 L/min

0 4 8 12 16 USgpm
Flow rate

For other viscosities see “Further Information”.

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Installation Dimensions in mm (inches)

DGMFN-3-X-***(-***)-4*
DGMFN-3-Y-***(-***)-4*
DGMFN-3-Z-***-4*
Models with type W adjuster
To adjust valve setting, slacken off locknut and turn
screw . Re-tighten locknut after completing
adjustment.

Line A or line T adjustment Line B or line P adjustment

(according to model type) (according to model type)

T T
A A
B B
P 4 (5/32) A/F hex. socket P

12,7 (1/2) A/F hex. locknut .

Torque to 25-30 Nm (18-22 lbf ft)

A max. D max.
47 (1.85)
B max.
max.

40
(1.57)
E max. E max.

Ø3 (0.12 dia)
3,5 (0.14)

4 holes through: Ø5,3 (0.21 dia) 4 off “O” seals supplied for this interface

P
47,6 46 B
(1.87) (1.8)
A
T

39 (1.54)
45 (1.8) 76 (3)
max.
C max.

Type H adjuster

Turn clockwise to decrease flow (increase restriction);

counter-clockwise to increase flow (reduce restriction).

Ø32 (1.26 dia) Model A B C D E

DGMFN-3-X-A*W-4* 121 (4.76) – – – 16,75 (0.7)

DGMFN-3-X-A*W-B*W-4* – – 167 (6.6) – 16,75 (0.7)
DGMFN-3-X-B*W-4* – 122 (4.8) – – 16,75 (0.7)
56 (2.2) DGMFN-3-Y-A*W-4* 121 (4.76) – – – 23,25 (0.9)
M4 locking screw
max. DGMFN-3-Y-A*W-B*W-4* – – 167 (6.6) – 23,25 (0.9)
2 (5/64) A/F hex. socket
DGMFN-3-Y-B*W-4* – 122 (4.8) – – 23,25 (0.9)
DGMFN-3-Z-P*W-4* – – – 123 (4.8) 16,75 (0.7)
DGMFN-3-Z-T*W-4* – – – 123 (4.8) 23,25 (0.9)

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Further Information

Bolt Kit Selection

Mounting Bolts,
Subplates and Manifold Metric: M5-6g Inch: 10-24 UNC-3A

Blocks Length Vickers bolt Length Vickers bolt

(mm) kit number (in) kit number
Mounting Bolts
The length of mounting bolt used to 50 BKDG3699M 2.0 BKDG3698
install a SystemStak assembly is 60 BK466836M 2.375 BK466849
dependent on the number of valves 70 BK464125M 2.75 BK870017
being used, plus the length needed for 80 BK466837M 3.125 BK466850
mounting other valves in the assembly, 90 BK466838M 3.5 BK466851
such as: 100 BK466839M 3.937 BK466852
– solenoid operated, or other type of 110 BK466840M 4.312 BK466853
directional valve 120 BK466841M 4.75 BK466854
– tapping plate 130 BK466842M 5.125 BK466855
– blanking or crossover plate. 140 BK466843M 5.5 BK466856
150 BK466844M 5.937 BK466857
Vickers offers a large selection of bolt
160 BK466845M 6.312 BK466858
kits (one bolt kit for these SystemStak
170 BK466846M 6.687 BK466859
valves comprises 4 bolts) in metric and
inch sizes as listed. To determine your
needs, use the following guide for bolt Subplates and Manifold Blocks
length calculation. See “Subplates and Auxiliary
Temperature Limits
Connection Plates” catalog 2425. Ambient range . . . . . . . –20_C to +80_C
(–4_F to +176_F)
Hydraulic Fluids Fluid temperatures
Materials and seals used in these valves
A are compatible with : Petroleum Water-
Anti-wear petroleum oils . . . . . . . . L-HM oil containing
Water glycols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-HFC Min. –20_C +10_C
L Invert emulsions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-HFB (–4_F) (+50_F)
B Non-alkyl based Max.* +80_C +54_C
phosphate esters . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-HFD (+176_F) (+129_F)
The extreme operating range is 500 to
13 cSt (270 to 70 SUS) but the * To obtain optimum service life from both fluid and
C hydraulic system, 65_C (150_F) is the
recommended running range is 54 to 13 recommended maximum fluid temperature, except
cSt (245 to 70 SUS). For further for water-containing fluids.
technical information about fluids see
694. For other fluids where limits are outside
those of petroleum oil, consult fluid
manufacturer or Vickers representative.
A = Bolt clamp length in directional valve, blanking Filtration Requirements Whatever the actual temperature range,
plate, crossover plate, etc.
B = Height of intermediate valve stack, comprising Recommendations on filtration methods ensure that viscosities stay within those
Vickers SystemStak valve(s) plus tapping and the selection of products to control
plates, etc.
specified under “Hydraulic Fluids”.
C = Depth of thread engagement in sub-plate/ fluid condition are included in Vickers
manifold block: publication 561 or 9132. For products in
8/10 mm (0.3/0.4I), valid for: this catalog the recommended fluid
315 bar (4500 psi) when using cast iron or
steel subplates/manifold blocks, or 210 bar cleanliness levels are:
(3045 psi) when using Vickers aluminium Up to 210 bar (3050 psi) . . . . . 18/16/13
alloy manifold blocks.
L = Required bolt length; select from the table.
Above 210 bar (3050 psi) . . . . 17/15/12
Notes
1. Bolts should be torqued to 7-9 Nm (63-80 lbf in)
with threads lubricated.
2. If not using Vickers bolt kits, bolts must be to
Grade 12.9 (ISO 898) or better.

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Further Information
160
Pressure Drop at
Other Viscosities 140

% Factor
Published pressure drop data is valid for
120
a fluid viscosity of 21 cSt (102 SUS).
The graph shows the approximate
100
percentage change in pressure drop for
a range of other viscosities. To
80
determine the approximate pressure
drop for any given fluid viscosity, multiply
15 25 35 45 55 65 75 85 cSt
the published data by the % factor for
the required viscosity.
75 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 SUS

Viscosity

Type H Adjuster
To adjust valve setting, slacken M4 locking
screw and rotate knob . Re-tighten locking screw
after completing adjustment. Ø32 (1.26 dia)

Available on
DGMC-3
DGMR-3
89 (3.5) max. M4 locking screw
DGMX-3 2 (5/64) A/F hex. socket

Type K Adjuster
Key must be inserted and turned to allow valve to be
adjusted . When key is removed, adjustment
mechanism can be freely turned without changing
valve setting.
Ø32 (1.26 dia)
Available on
DGMC-3 18 (0.71)
DGMR-3 for key removal
25
DGMX-3 115 (4.5) max. (1)

Turn clockwise to increase pressure;

counter-clockwise to decrease pressure

Spare Parts Warranty and Repair

Valves are sold complete with all seals. Units to be returned under warranty
Part numbers for available spare seal should be sent, with a description of the
kits: fault, to the Vickers representative in
DGMC-3-40/41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 870738 your area.
DGMC2-3-40/41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 870737
DGMR(1)-3-40/41 . . . . . . . . . . . 870739 Repair of these size 03 valves is not
DGMX(*)-3-40/41 . . . . . . . . . . . . 870739 generally economically viable. Contact
DGMDC-3-40/41 . . . . . . . . . . . . 870708 your nearest Vickers representative
DGMPC-3-40/41 . . . . . . . . . . . . 870708 before returning any unit for repair.
DGMFN-3-40/41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 870707
Ordering Procedure
Note: Seal kits cover various model options for the
respective types. Redundant seals will be found for Specify requirements by valve model
some models. code, and by seal kit number.

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