Assembly Build Process

Sun's Assembly Build Process allows you to configure a cartridge and manifold, or main stage and pilot stage cartridge, and build a digital assembly in three dimensional space. The resulting output of this process is the assembly product page, including configuration-specific images, symbols, product information and CAD files for download.

The Assembly Build Process can be accessed from either a cartridge or manifold product page. Only valid choices are allowed.

From a manifold page, you must first choose your cartridge function. Once you choose your function, click on the BUILD ASSEMBLY button below the WHERE TO BUY BUTTON. Once clicked, you will be presented with valid cartridges for your manifold. Select the cartridge of your choice and follow the instructions at the top of the page. If your particular combination has been generated before, the resulting assembly page will be available immediately. If not, you will be asked to enter your email address. Once the page is complete, an email will be sent to you including a link to the assembly product page.

From a cartridge product page, click on BUILD ASSEMBLY and you will be presented with a listing of compatible manifolds. In the case of main stage and pilot stage cartridges, you can either build a cartridge to cartridge assembly or a cartridge to manifold assembly. Once your choice has been made, follow the instructions at the top of the page. If your particular combination has been generated before, the resulting assembly page will be available immediately. If not, you will be asked to enter your email address. Once the page is complete, an email will be sent to you including a link to the assembly product page.

Please note that the Assembly Build Process is an automated process. It can be utilized at any time. Pages are generated typically within minutes but delays can occasionally be expected. In the event of a delay, a team at Sun will work to resolve the issue to ensure you receive your information as quickly as possible.

120:1 ratio, pilot-to-close check valve

Capacity: 1 gpm (.05 inch)4 L/min. (1,3 mm) | Cavity: T-2A

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Technical Features [ + ]

This valve is a pilot-to-close check cartridge that has a 120:1 pilot ratio. The valve is designed specifically to discharge an accumulator when the pump is turned off. With no pressure at the pump port (port 3), the valve is open between the accumulator (port 1) and tank (port 2). 60 psi (4 bar) at port 3 will close the valve for accumulator pressures up to 5000 psi (350 bar). When pump pressure at port 3 is below 300 psi (20 bar) there is a leak path from port 3 to tank (port 2) to ensure accumulator discharge when the pump is turned off. When pump pressure is above 300 psi (20 bar) the leak path closes for efficiency.

Features hardened steel seats for excellent wear characteristics and contamination tolerance.
Note: The discharge of the accumulator is across an .05 inch (1,27 mm) diameter orifice. The discharge time for large accumulators with low pre-charge pressures may be too long. In this case there are 2-valve circuits that greatly increase the capacity. See the Tech Tips (FAQs).
The valve is a poppet design that results in very low leakage of stored fluid from the accumulator.
Leakage of the pump signal only occurs when the pump is unloaded to below 300 psi (20 bar).
Incorporates the Sun floating style construction to minimize the possibility of internal parts binding due to excessive installation torque and/or cavity/cartridge machining variations.

Technical Data [ + ]

Note: Data may vary by configuration. See CONFIGURATION section.

Cavity	T-2A
Series	2
Capacity	1 gpm (.05 inch)4 L/min. (1,3 mm)
Maximum Operating Pressure	5000 psi350 bar
Maximum Valve Leakage at 110 SUS (24 cSt)	5 drops/min.0,3 cc/min.
Valve Hex Size	1 1/8 in.28,6 mm
Valve Installation Torque	45 - 50 lbf ft61 - 68 Nm
Model Weight	.50 lb0,25 kg
Seal kit - Cartridge	Buna: 990202007
Seal kit - Cartridge	Polyurethane: 990002002
Seal kit - Cartridge	Viton: 990202006

Performance Curves [ + ]

Performance Curve for COFO: 120:1 ratio, pilot-to-close check valve

FAQs [ + ]

How big is a drop of hydraulic oil?

There are exactly 250 Sun drops in a cubic inch or 15 in a cc.

Direct acting or pilot operated - what do I use?

Direct-acting valves are used to prevent over pressure, and pilot-operated valves are used to regulate pressure. If you are unsure, use a direct-acting valve. Sun's direct acting valves are very fast, dirt tolerant, stable, and robust. Sun's pilot-operated valves are moderately fast, they have a low pressure rise vs. flow curve, and they are easy to adjust.

I need to discharge a large accumulator. How can I increase the capacity of my discharge circuit?

Because of the very high ratio, the COFO has limited capacity. The discharge path is across a .050 inch (1,3 mm) diameter orifice. If you have large accumulators combined with low precharge pressures, this may not discharge the energy quickly enough. Using the COFO XDN cartridge in conjunction with an LODA XDN will provide capacity for larger applications.

What parts of the Sun cartridge valve are field serviceable?

Only external seals are serviceable. Sun offers replacement seal kits for all cartridge models. The applicable kit part number can be found in the product page's Technical Data table or by using our Cartridge Seal Kit search function located under Accessories. Please note: Converting the external seals from one material to another does not ensure fluid compatibility with that material due to the existence of internal seals within the cartridge.

Additional Resources [ + ]

Highlights

Technical Tips

Manufacturing Sun Cartridge Cavities (522.27 KB)
Circuit Savers (466.24 KB)

Technical Information

COFO | Cartridges » Directional » Check | Sun Hydraulics

Assembly Build Process

Assembly Build Process

120:1 ratio, pilot-to-close check valve

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