List of abbreviations for PVG/PVE...............................................................................................................................................5
Literature reference for PVG products......................................................................................................................................6
Standards for PVE............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
PVE with connector variants.........................................................................................................................................................7
PVE series 4 introduction...............................................................................................................................................................8
PVE stands for PVE actuator .........................................................................................................................................................8
PVG with PVE structural layout....................................................................................................................................................9
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVEA......................................................................................................................... 12
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVE with ramp.......................................................................................................13
Variant of hydraulic subsystem: PVHC.........................................................................................................................13
Safety and monitoring................................................................................................................................................................. 16
PVG fault monitoring and reaction.................................................................................................................................... 16
Active fault reaction is activated after 500 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms). .........................................................16
Passive fault reaction is activated after 250 ms of error (PVEA: 750 ms).........................................................16
The solenoid valves are disabled when:..................................................................................................................... 17
Spool position feedback (-SP).............................................................................................................................................. 17
Direction indication feedback (-DI)....................................................................................................................................18
Solenoid disabling function (-NP).......................................................................................................................................18
Safety in Application.....................................................................................................................................................................19
Example of a control system for manlift...........................................................................................................................20
Examples of wiring block diagram................................................................................................................................21
PVE Control
PVE control by voltage.................................................................................................................................................................23
PVEU–PVE with fixed control signal range......................................................................................................................24
PVE controlled with PWM signal.........................................................................................................................................24
PVE for float spool..........................................................................................................................................................................26
There are two variants of float spool PVBS......................................................................................................................27
PVE Hysteresis and Ripple...........................................................................................................................................................29
Example of PVE use....................................................................................................................................................................... 29
PVHC control specification.........................................................................................................................................................33
PVEO and PVEM control specification....................................................................................................................................33
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU control specification ........................................................................................................... 34
PVE dimensions for PVG 32 and PVG 100..............................................................................................................................35
PVE dimensions for PVG 120......................................................................................................................................................37
PVE standard connection data / pinout ................................................................................................................................40
PVE standard connections.....................................................................................................................................................41
Standard PVE with DI...............................................................................................................................................................42
Standard PVE with SP..............................................................................................................................................................42
Standard PVE with NP............................................................................................................................................................. 43
PVE with separate float pin.........................................................................................................................................................44
PVEP with controled PWM..........................................................................................................................................................44
PVE code numbers for PVG 32 and PVG 100 use................................................................................................................47
PVE code numbers for use on PVG 120..................................................................................................................................48
Connector code numbers at other suppliers ......................................................................................................................50
PVED-CC code numbers for use on PVG 32 and PVG 100............................................................................................... 50
ASICApplication Specific Integrated Circuit - the part of the PVE where spool position is controled to
ATEXCertificated for use in explosive environment
AVCAuxillery Valve Comand - ISOBUS/J1939 standard signal for valve control
AVCTOAuxillery Valve Comand Time Out - Fault monitoring setting
AVEFAuxillery Valve Estimated Flow - ISOBUS/J1939 standard signal for valve feedback
CANController Area Network - Communication method used by PVED
CLCClosed Loop Circuit
CRCCyclic Redundancy Check - Method for ensuring validity of data.
-DIPVE with Direction Indication
DM1Diagnostic Message 1 - J1939 message informing about present fault
DM2Diagnostic Message 2 - J1939 message informing about fault history
DM3Diagnostic Message 3 - J1939 message clearing fault history
DSMDevice State Machine. Deterministic description of system process
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EHElectrohydraulic
-FPVE for Float spool. Two variants: 4 pin with float at 75%. 6 pin with separate float.
FMEAFailure Mode Effect Analysis
ISOBUSCommunication standard for CAN
J1939Communication standard for CAN
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LSLoad Sensing
LVDTLinear Variable Differential Transducer - Position sensor
NCNormally Closed solenoid valve in PVE
NC-HNormally Closed standard solenoid valve in PVEH
NC-SNormally Closed solenoid valve Super in PVES
NONormally Open solenoid valve in PVE
PLCProgrammable Logical Circuit
®
PLUS+1
POSTPower On Self Test. Boot up evaluation for PVED
PpPilot Pressure. The oil gallery for PVE actuation
PVBProportional Valve Basic module - valve slice
PVBSProportional Valve Basic module Spool
PVBZProportional Valve Basic module Zero leakage
PVEProportional Valve Electric actuator
PVEAPVE variant with 2-6 % hysteresis
PVEDPVE variant Digital controlled via CAN communication
PVEHPVE variant with 4-9% Hysteresis
PVEMPVE variant with 25-35% hysteresis
PVEOPVE variant with ON/OFF actuation
PVEPPVE variant PWM controled
PVESPVE variant with 0-2% hysteresis
PVEUPVE variant with US 0-10V
PVGProportional multi-section Valve Group
PVHCPV variant with High Current controlled valve actuator
follow setpoint
Trademark for Danfoss controllers and programming tool
PVMProportional Valve Manual control with handle
PVPProportional Valve Pump side module.Inlet
PVSProportional Valve end plate
PVSKProportional Valve end plate crane. Inlet module with Spool Control
PWMPulse Width Modulation
S4 DJSeries 4 Digital J1939 service tool software for PVED-CC
SAESociety Automotive Engineering
-RPVE with Ramp function
-NPPVE with solenoid disable in Neutral Position
-SPPVE with Spool Position feedback
uCMicrocontroller
uCSMMicrocontroller State Machine
U
DC
U
S
Literature reference for PVG products
Power supply Direct Current; also called V
Steering voltage for the PVE control; also called V
Before implementing actuators in any application, read all warnings. Warnings are listed next to the most
relevant section and repeated in the chapter PVE-EX warnings.
Do not regard the warnings as a full list of potential risks. Depending on the application and use, other
potential risks can occur.
Warning
All brands and all types of directional control or proportional valves, which are used in many different
operation conditions and applications, can fail and cause serious damage.
You must perform a risk assessment. 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.
The process for choosing the control system and safety levels is governed by the Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC and EU harmonized standard EN 13849 (Safety related requirements for control systems).
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.
PVE controlled PVG with PVSK
PVE stands for PVE actuator
The Danfoss 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 Danfoss PLUS+1
microcontroller. The PVE is available in multiple variants. A short list here just gives the main variations.
Available PVE variants
ActuationOn/Off
Proportional - Closed loop controlled
Proportional - Direct control
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.
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A handle (PVM) in mechanical interface with the spool.
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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
This chapter will give an overview of the PVG and its functionality.
Valve section with naming - standard mounted - seen from PVP
PVE 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) or the PVSK (proportional valve end plate for crane) and enters the PVB
(proportional valve basic module) via the P gallery and leaves through the T gallery.
In the figure above you see a valve section seen from PVP towards PVSK with the PVM and PVE standard
mounted. PVM and PVE can in general be interchanged, that is called option mounted.
With the spool in neutral, where it is kept by the neutral spring, the connection to the application via
ports is blocked.
Moving the spool towards the PVE, as in figure 4, opens a connection between P and A and also between
B and T. This is done by either pushing the PVM or sending a retract command to PVED. The PVED move
the spool 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 please see relevant technical information.
Any PVG with PVM can be operated by PVM alone, independent of a power supply. Any PVG with can
monitor PVBS if power and communication conditions are present.
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.
PVE hydraulic subsystems
The hydraulic subsystem is used for moving the spool and thereby open the valve for work flow.
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.
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.
Tank orifice has smaller diameter.
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
microcontroller.
For more information see these technical informations:
•
PVG 32 Proportional Valve Groups BC152886483664,
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PVG 100 Proportional Valve Groups BC152886483475 and
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PVG 120 Proportional Valve Groups BC152886483344.
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
microcontroller.
For more information see these technical informations:
•
PVG 32 Proportional Valve Groups BC152886483664,
•
PVG 100 Proportional Valve Groups BC152886483475 and
•
PVG 120 Proportional Valve Groups BC152886483344.
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 buildin a PWM evaluation and cannot be controlled by proportional voltage. The control signal is referred to as
US.
Function blocks for electronics
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.
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.
PVG 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.
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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 or in opposite direction, the
PVE will switch into an error state. 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
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The error pin is powered*
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The LED change color
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The state is memorized and continues until PVE reboot
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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
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The error pin is powered ( for PVE with direction indication both DI pins goes low by fault.)
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The LED change color
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The state is active for minimum 100 ms and is reset when error disappears
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
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the supply voltage falls below 8.5 V
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the internal clock frequency fails
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PVE fault monitoring overview
PVE type Fault monitoring Delay before error
out
PVEO
PVEM
PVHC
PVEA
PVEH
PVEP
PVES
PVEU
PVE
Float
six pin
No fault
monitoring
Active500 ms
Passive250 ms
Active500 msFloat not activeHigh~U
------
(PVEA: 750 ms)
(PVEA: 750 ms)
750 msFloat still active
Error modeError output
No faultLow< 2 VGreenInput signal faultsHigh∼U
Transducer (LVDT)Constant red
Close loop fault
No faultLow< 2 VGreenInput signal faultsHigh~U
Transducer (LVDT)Constant red
Close loop fault
status
Fault output
1)
on PVE
DC
DC
DC
LED lightMemory
(reset
needed)
Flashing redYes
Flashing redNo
Constant redYes
1)
Measured between fault output pin and ground.
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 U
is disabled, US is not monitored and defined as 50%.
DC1
Spool position feedback (-SP)
The –SP functionality is a 1.25 V to 3.75 V feedback, with 2.5 V as neutral value.
PVE with build in indication for spool movement direction are available.
The PVE–DI has dual power supply. U
back. The PVE does not work without U
signal fault monitoring is disabled if U
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.
only supplies solenoid valves. U
DC1
. DI-A and DI-B are relative standard mounting. The input
DC2
is disabled. DI-A and DI-B are relative standard mounting.
DC1
supplies electronics and feed
DC2
Direction indication feedback
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 Direction Indicators (-DI)
Transition from high to low
Transition from low to high
Transition to low both pins
Maximum load of DI-A, DI-B
Voltage DI high by load 20 mA
Voltage DI high by load 50 mA
Voltage DI low
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.
U
DC
U
S
Ground
S
fb
W
Technical Information
PVE Series 4 for PVG 32/100/120 and PVHC
Safety
Safety in Application
US disable range48 % UDC to 52 % U
Solenoid disable reaction timeFrom active to passive750 ms <-> 1000 ms
From passive to active0 ms <-> 50 ms
Solenoid feedback signalMaximum load50 mA
Voltage if solenoid active by load 20mA> UDC – 1.5 V
Voltage if solenoid active by load 50mA> UDC – 2.0 V
Voltage if solenoid passive< 1 V
DC
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
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 – IEC EN 61508
FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) 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 the standard IEC
FMEA 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 met according to the machine directives EN 13849. Dependent on the determined
levels conformity this analysis will detirmine if any extra requirements for the product design,
development process, production process or maintenance, example the complete product life cycle.
Warning
All brands and all types of directional control or proportional valves, which are used in many different
operation conditions and applications, can fail and cause serious damage.
Analyze all aspects of the application. 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. The process of choosing the control system and safety levels is
governed by the machine directives EN 13849 (Safety related requirements for control systems).
Example of a control system for man-lift using PVE Fault monitoring input signals and signals from
external sensors to ensure the PLUS+1® main controllers correct function of the man-lift.
Typical PVE wiring block diagram
Warning
It is the responsibility of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in conformity with the relevant machine directives.
D Deactivation of the hydraulic system (System Control Logic, example: PLUS+1® for signal monitoring
and triggering signal)
Warning
It is the responsibility of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in conformity with the relevant machine directives.
Example 2
Fault monitoring for deactivation of the hydraulic system with extra fault inputs using the PVE’s with DI
(Direction Indication) function. System Control Logic, example PLUS+1® for signal monitoring and
triggering signal for deactivation of the hydraulic system.
Warning
It is the responsibility of the equipment manufacturer that the control system incorporated in the
machine is declared as being in conformity with the relevant machine directives.
PVEA, PVEH, PVES, PVEO, PVEP and PVED can be controlled by PLUS+1
The UDC has a capacitance of 2.2 uF which can give problems with some micro-controller power supply.
Warning
PVEM is not PLUS+1® Compliant.
When using a Multifunction output on the PLUS+1 controllers it is not possible to power more than two
PVEs above 24 Vdc. If you need to power three or more PVEs above 24 Vdc, you will need to use the
DigOut option.
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 U
is fixed 0 V to 10 V independent of supply voltage UDC.
®
S
Signal voltage - PVEU
FunctionSignal voltage PVEU
Neutral5 V
Q: P → A5 V → 2,5 V
Q: P → B5 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 U
FunctionDuty cycle (dc) for PVEA/PVEM/PVEH/PVES/PVEU
Neutral50% dc
Q: P → A50% dc → 25% dc
Q: P → B50% dc → 75% dc
Recommended PWM frequency for PVE
PVE typePWM frequency
PVEM> 200 Hz
PVEA/H/S/U> 1 kHz
Warning
The PWM is not evaluated by the PVE so variance/failure in period (T) will not be detected.
PVEP control
The PVEP is designed for PWM control signals only.
PVEP schematic and characteristic
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 performs a true time difference measurement on the PWM input, thus there is no filtering or
conversion involved.
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
Duty cycle B-signal
(pin 2)
FunctionError Pin output
(pin 3)
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.
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.)
Variants of the float spool PVBS
FloatPVEPVBSProgressive controlFloat control
APVEH-F (6 pin)Dead band 0.8 mm
BPVEH-F (4 pin)Dead band 1.5 mm
PVE characteristic – Float A
Max float at 5.5 mm
Max float at 4.8 mm
US: 25% -> 75% U
US: 35% -> 65% U
DC
DC
UDC to float pin
Has priority
US= 75% U
DC
PVBS maximum float is 5.5 mm [0.22 in].
PVE has six pins.
Float when special pin powered at UDC.
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 and Ripple
PVE hysteresis overview
PVE typePVEP, PVESPVEAPVEHPVEM
Hysteresis (h)<0.5 %2 %4 %15 %
Steady state ripple @constant Us0.2 mm0.3 mm0.2 mm0.0 mm
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 mm
[AWG 18].
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.
The PVE 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 below are from typical test results. For the hydraulic system mineral based hydraulic
fluid with a viscosity of 21 mm2/s [102 SUS], 12 bar [174 psi] and a temperature of 50 °C [122 °F] was used:
ParameterPVE-H, -S,-UPVEA
Supply rated voltage UDC V (max. ripple 5%)
Current consumption at rated voltage
Signal voltage neutral
Signal voltage A-port ↔ B-port
Signal current at rated voltage
Input impedance in relation to 0.5 • U
Power consumption
Error pin max current
*
PVEU 5 V
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU reaction time in sec. (minus PVG 120)
Supply voltageFunctionPVEA
Disconnected by
means of neutral
switch
11 → 32 V11 → 32 V
0.57 A @ 12 V / 0.3 A @ 24 V0.33 A @12 V / 0.17 A @ 24 V
0.5 x UDC
0.25 → 0.75 • U
0.25 → 0.70 mA0.25 → 0.70 mA
DC
Reaction time from neutral position to
max. spool travel
Reaction time from max. spool travel to
neutral position
PVEA, PVEH, PVES and PVEU reaction time in sec. (minus PVG 120) (continued)
Supply voltageFunctionPVEA
Constant voltageReaction time from neutral position to
PVEP Technical Data
PVEP control specification
Supply voltage U
PWM control range (duty cycle)10 → 80%
PWM frequency100 → 1000 Hz
PWM input voltage swing0 → U
PWM Trigger point70% of U
Input impedance (standard pull down)5 kΩ
Input capacitor--Power consumption7 W
Error voltageFaultU
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.
max. spool travel
Reaction time from max. spool travel to
neutral position
Not applying to the Operational Conditions can compromise safety.
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.
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.
PVEA is not for use on PVG 100.
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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