PVG-EX 32/128/256 Safety in Systems......................................................................................................................................6
Description of the EX code h version......................................................................................................................................10
General information......................................................................................................................................................................11
General description..................................................................................................................................................................11
Work section housing............................................................................................................................................................. 11
Open Center PVP...................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Open Center PVP with PPRV.................................................................................................................................................19
Open center PVP with HPCO and PVE PPRV................................................................................................................... 22
Closed Center PVP....................................................................................................................................................................25
Closed Center PVP with PPRV...............................................................................................................................................27
Closed center PVPV..................................................................................................................................................................29
Closed center PVPV with PPRV............................................................................................................................................ 30
Closed center PVPVM with PPRV.........................................................................................................................................32
Open/Closed center PVP with PPRV.................................................................................................................................. 34
Open/Closed center PVPM....................................................................................................................................................37
PVPC without Check Valve.................................................................................................................................................... 39
PVPC with Check Valve...........................................................................................................................................................41
Uncompensated PVB with load drop check valve........................................................................................................47
Uncompensated PVBZ with POC........................................................................................................................................ 50
Dampened compensated PVB with LS A/B.....................................................................................................................57
Compensated PVB with LS A/B............................................................................................................................................60
Compensated high flow PVB................................................................................................................................................64
Compensated high flow PVB with LS A/B........................................................................................................................67
Compensated PVBZ with POC............................................................................................................................................. 71
Compensated high flow PVBZ with POC......................................................................................................................... 73
Compensated high flow PVBZ with POC and manifold interface ..........................................................................75
PVLP Shock and Anti-Cavitation Valve..............................................................................................................................76
PVBS Main Spools...........................................................................................................................................................................80
PVBS Main Spools Part Numbers..............................................................................................................................................85
Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position.............................................................................................................85
Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position with A-float.................................................................................... 90
Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position with B-float.....................................................................................91
Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position with A-float for PVMF.................................................................92
Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position with B-float for PVMF................................................................. 92
Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position for PVMR......................................................................................... 93
Flow Control Spools—Open/Closed Neutral Position................................................................................................94
Flow Control Spools—Open/Closed A and Closed B Position.................................................................................94
Flow Control Spools—Throttled Open Neutral Position............................................................................................96
Flow Control Spools—Throttled Open Neutral Position for PVMR......................................................................100
Flow Control Spools—Throttled A to T Neutral Position.........................................................................................101
Flow Control Spools—Throttled B to T Neutral Position.........................................................................................102
Linear Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position.............................................................................................103
Linear Flow Control Spools—Throttled Open Neutral Position............................................................................104
Linear Flow Control Spools—Open/Closed Neutral Position................................................................................105
Single Acting Cylinder Flow Control Spools—Neutral A-port Position..............................................................105
Single Acting Cylinder Flow Control Spools—Neutral B-port Position..............................................................106
Single Acting Cylinder Linear Flow Control Spools—Neutral B-port Position................................................ 106
Flow/Pressure Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position........................................................................................107
Flow/Pressure Control Spools—Throttled Open Neutral Position...................................................................... 108
Flow/Pressure Control Spools—Throttled Open B to T in Neutral Position..................................................... 109
Flow/Pressure Control Spools—Throttled Open A to T in Neutral Position.....................................................110
Flow/Pressure Control Spools—Throttled Open B to T in Neutral Position..................................................... 111
Flow/Pressure Control Spools—Open/Closed in Neutral Position......................................................................111
Flow/Pressure Control Spools—Closed A and Open/Closed B Position............................................................111
Pressure Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position...................................................................................................112
Pressure Control Spools—Throttled Open Neutral Position..................................................................................113
Pressure Control Spools—Throttled A to T in Neutral Position............................................................................ 114
Pressure/Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position........................................................................................115
Pressure/Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position with B-float............................................................... 116
Pressure/Flow Control Spools—Throttled Open Neutral Position...................................................................... 116
Pressure/Flow Control Spools—Open/Closed Neutral Position...........................................................................117
Pressure/Flow Control Spools—Open/Closed A and Closed B Position............................................................117
PVBS for PVBZ Main Spools Part Numbers......................................................................................................................... 117
PVBZ Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position...............................................................................................117
PVBZ Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position with A-float...................................................................... 119
PVBZ Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position with B-float.......................................................................120
PVBZ Flow Control Spools—Throttled Open Neutral Position with B-float..................................................... 120
PVBZ Linear Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position................................................................................. 121
PVBZ Single Acting Cylinder Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral A-port Position................................... 121
PVBZ Single Acting Cylinder Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral B-port Position....................................122
PVBZ Single Acting Cylinder Linear Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral B-port Position...................... 122
PVBZ–HS Single Acting Cylinder Flow Control Spools—Closed Neutral Position......................................... 122
PVSI End Plates............................................................................................................................................................................. 127
PVSI with LX-connection..................................................................................................................................................... 129
PVSKM Full Flow Cut Off Modules.........................................................................................................................................130
PVAS Part Numbers............................................................................................................................................................... 135
PVG-EX 32 modules total length...................................................................................................................................... 135
PVG-EX 128/256
General Information................................................................................................................................................................... 136
PVG-EX 128/256 general description..............................................................................................................................137
Features of the PVG-EX 128/256 valve........................................................................................................................... 137
PVG-EX 128/256 PVBS Main Spool........................................................................................................................................ 176
PVG-EX PVBS Main Spools variant overview................................................................................................................ 176
PVG-EX Flow control spools..........................................................................................................................................176
PVG-EX PVBS main spools product details....................................................................................................................176
PVG-EX PVS Main spools part numbers......................................................................................................................... 179
PVG-EX Flow control spools..........................................................................................................................................179
PVG-EX PVMD Part Numbers............................................................................................................................................. 185
PVG-EX PVSI/PVGI End and Interface Plates.......................................................................................................................186
PVG-EX PVSI with or without LX-connection............................................................................................................... 187
PVG-EX PVSI with P and T port connections.................................................................................................................188
PVG-EX PVAS for Combo..................................................................................................................................................... 190
PVG-EX PVAS Part Number Overview.............................................................................................................................191
EU declaration of conformity page 1....................................................................................................................................198
EU declaration of conformity page 2....................................................................................................................................199
EU declaration of conformity page 3....................................................................................................................................200
EU declaration of conformity page 4....................................................................................................................................201
EU declaration of conformity page 5....................................................................................................................................202
The Danfoss PVG-EX program is an explosion-proof PVG designed to be used in Ex hazardous areas like
mining and oil and gas industries.
Product certification
The PVG-EX is developed according to and in compliance with:
EU Directive 2014/34/EU Equipment for explosive atmosphere - ATEX
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EN 60079-0:2018 Electrical apparatus for explosive gas atmospheres-part 0
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EN 80079-36:2016 Non-electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres – Basic method and
requirements
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EN 80079-37:2016 Non-electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres – Non-electrical type of
protection constructional safety “c”, control of ignition sources “b”, liquid immersion “k”
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EN 80079-38:2016 Equipment and components in explosive atmospheres in underground mines
PVG-EX 32/128/256 Safety in Systems
All types and brands of control valves, including proportional valves, can fail. Therefore, the necessary
protection against the serious consequences of a functional failure should always be built into the
system.
General safety considerations
For each application an assessment should be made for the consequences of the system in case of
pressure failure and uncontrolled or blocked movements.
Warning
Because the proportional valve is used in many different applications and under different operating
conditions, it is the sole responsibility of the manufacturer to ensure that all performance, safety and
warning requirements of the application is met in his selection of products and complies with relevant
machine specific and generic standards.
Control system example
An example of a control system using an aerial lift is shown below:
This example breaks down the control system into smaller bits explaining the architecture in depth. Even
though many Danfoss components are used in the PVG control system.
The function of the control system is to use the output from the PVE together other external sensors to
ensure the PLUS+1 main controllers correct function of the aerial lift.
Electrical 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.
A mix of electrical actuation and hydraulic actuation on the same valve stack is not safe. PVE and PVH are
designed for different pilot pressure.
Cost-free repairs, as mentioned in Danfoss General Conditions of Sale, are carried out only at Danfoss or
at service shops authorized by Danfoss.
Warnings
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 Machinery Directive
2006-42-EC, and harmonized standard EN 13849 (Safety related requirements for control systems).
Warning
All national safety regulations must be fulfilled in connection with installation, start-up and operation of
Danfoss PVG-EX.
Furthermore, the requirements of the Declaration of Conformity and national regulations for installations
in potentially explosive atmospheres applies as well. Disregarding such regulations involves a risk of
serious personal injury or extensive material damage.
Warning
Work in connection with the valve group must be performed only by professionals and qualified persons.
Warning
PVG with non-conductive coating must have preventive protection against electrostatic charge by an
earthed metal connection.
PVG 32 is a hydraulic load sensing (LS) valve designed to give maximum flexibility. From a simple load
sensing directional valve, to an advanced electrically controlled load-independent proportional valve.
The PVG 32 modular system makes it possible to build up a valve group to meet the different functional
requirements precisely.
The compact external dimensions of the valve remain unchanged whatever combination is specified.
The PVG 32 interfaces to other valve families like PVG 128/256 enabling all machine functions being
controlled from one single valve stack.
Features
Features of the PVG 32 include:
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Load-independent flow control:
Oil flow to an individual function is independent of the load pressure of this function
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Oil flow to one function is independent of the load pressure of other functions
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Good regulation characteristics
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Energy-saving
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Up to 12 basic modules per valve group
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Several types of connection threads
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Low weight
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Compact design and installation
Inlets
The inlets include:
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Built-in pressure relief valve
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Pressure gauge connection
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Versions for different pump types
Open Center systems with fixed displacement pumps
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Closed Center systems with variable displacement pumps
The PVG-EX 32 PVP inlet modules, also referred to as pump side modules, act as an interface between the
PVG-EX 32 proportional valve group and the hydraulic pump and tank reservoir.
PVP Inlet ModulePVP inlet module dimensions
Weight: 3.1 kg [6.9 lb]
Fixed displacement pump symbolVariable displacement pump symbol
The PVP inlet module variants are based on a generic platform with a selection of additional features,
enabling you to tailor the PVP to suit the demands of any hydraulic system:
Open Center PVP on page 16 (for fixed displacement pumps)
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Open Center PVP with PPRV on page 19 (for fixed displacement pumps)
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Open center PVP with HPCO and PVE PPRV on page 22 (for fixed displacement pumps)
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Closed Center PVP on page 25 (for variable displacement pumps)
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Closed Center PVP with PPRV on page 27 (for variable displacement pumps)
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Closed center PVPV with PPRV on page 30 (for variable displacement pumps)
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Closed center PVPVM with PPRV on page 32 (for variable displacement pumps)
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PVG-EX 32/128/256 Proportional Valve Group
PVG-EX 32
Open Center PVP
The basic Open Center PVP inlet module is intended for use with fixed displacement pumps in
applications, where a valve group with mechanically controlled work sections is desired, or where the
pilot pressure to the valve group is supplied externally.
The Open Center PVP features:
Integrated LS pressure relief valve
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Threaded ports for P/T/LS and M measuring gauge
•
Optional T0 facility and external T0 port
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All modules can be manually activated with the PVM actuation.
The Open Center PVP inlet with integrated pilot pressure reduction valve (PPRV) is intended for use with
fixed displacement pumps in applications, where a valve group with electro-hydraulically or hydraulically
controlled work sections is desired (PVE or PVH/PVHC).
The Open Center PVP with PPRV features:
Integrated LS pressure relief valve
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Threaded ports for P/T/LS and M measuring gauge
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Integrated pilot pressure reducing valve (PPRV) for PVE or PVH/PVHC
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Optional T0 facility and external T0 port
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Optional external pilot pressure port (Pp)
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All modules can be manually activated with the PVM actuation.
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PVG-EX 32/128/256 Proportional Valve Group
PVG-EX 32
Open center PVP with HPCO and PVE PPRV
The Open Center PVP inlet with integrated High Pressure Carry Over (HPCO) functionality is intended for
use with fixed displacement pumps in applications where one pump supply for multiple hydraulic
subsystems is desired.
The integrated HPCO functionality guides the excess flow of the PVG-EX 32 valve group to the external
hydraulic subsystem(s), giving priority to the PVG-EX 32 work functions.
The Open Center PVP with HPCO and PVE PPRV features:
Integrated LS pressure relief valve
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Threaded ports for P/T/LS/HPCO and M measuring gauge
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Integrated pilot pressure reducing valve (PPRV) for PVE
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Optional T0 facility and external T0 port
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Optional external pilot pressure port (Pp)
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Only applicable with PVST end plates with separate T-port due to blocked T-lines for HPCO functionality.
The basic Closed Center PVP inlet is intended for use with variable displacement pumps in applications
where a valve group with mechanically controlled work sections is desired, or where the pilot pressure to
the valve group is supplied externally.
The Closed Center PVP inlet with integrated pilot pressure reduction valve (PPRV) is intended for use with
variable displacement pumps in applications where a valve group with electro-hydraulic or hydraulically
controlled work sections is desired.
The Closed Center PVP with PPRV features:
Integrated LS pressure relief valve
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Threaded ports for P/T/LS and M measuring gauge
•
Integrated pilot pressure reducing valve (PPRV) for PVE or PVH/PVHC
All modules can be manually activated with the PVM actuation.
Closed center PVPV
The Closed Center PVPV inlet is intended for use with variable displacement pumps in applications where
a valve group with mechanical controlled work sections is desired.
The Closed center PVPV features:
•
Optional T0 facility and port
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Threaded ports for P/T/LS and M measuring gauge
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Optional additional threaded ports for P2, T2, and T02
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PVG-EX 32/128/256 Proportional Valve Group
PVG-EX 32
Closed center PVPV with PPRV
The Closed Center PVPV inlet with integrated pilot pressure reduction valve (PPRV) is intended for use
with variable displacement pumps in applications where a valve group with electro-hydraulic or
hydraulically controlled work sections is desired.