Highlights

The Highlights below include features on recent products, solutions and news from Sun.
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New FLeX Series Solenoid-Operated Directional Valves
May 01, 2019
16 new 3-way and 4-way solenoid-operated directional valves join the FLeX Series lineup.
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Factory-tuned, optimized electro-hydraulics right out of the box
Jan 31, 2019
Valve, coil and driver assembled together as one easy-to-order part.
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Why wait? Get Sun's FLeX valves & our new XMD drivers when you want them.
Dec 14, 2018
Sun is able to ship any FLeX Series Valves and XMD Drivers in four weeks - or less if needed.
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Get the relief you need. Adjustable. Ventable. Blockable. FLeX-ible.
Oct 01, 2018
Sun introduces four new solenoid-operated, fully adjustable relief valves with ventable and blockable relief functions - a first for the industry. These RVC* valves add to the growing FLeX Series family.
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Our FLeX family of solenoid-operated valves is expanding
Jul 17, 2018
New 3000-psi (210-bar) electro-proportional throttle valves and a new 5000-psi (350-bar) blocking poppet valve leverage FLeX technologies to reach into more applications.
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Sun's New FLeX Series Solenoid Valves & Coils
Oct 29, 2017
FLeX Series Solenoid Valves & Coils
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Keep it clean with Sun filter cartridges
May 30, 2017
Sun filter cartridges save space & save systems
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New QuickSelect LoadHolding Selector Tool
Jul 15, 2016
Choosing the right load-holding valve shouldn’t be a game of chance.
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QuickDesign with SmartConnect Offers Drag-and-Drop Schematic Tool
May 31, 2016
The shortest distance from concept to solution
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CavitySaver multi-function valves deliver single-cartridge solutions
Mar 23, 2016
Reduce cavities, cost and maintenance in your hydraulic systems
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Reduce Cylinder Decompression Shock and Cost of Ownership
Jan 29, 2016
How you can use Sun balanced logic elements to eliminate decompression shock.
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New Solenoid Valve Delivers Cost-Effective Load-Holding Solution
Dec 17, 2015
The latest addition to Sun's Value Series directional valves, the DTDB is an extremely low-leakage solenoid-operated directional valve suited for load-holding applications with system requirements up to 3600 psi (250 bar).
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Pursuing the Perfect Counterbalance Valve
Aug 19, 2015
LoadAdaptive: a new species of counterbalance valve
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High Capacity Electro-Proportional Throttle Valve
Jan 23, 2015
Sun's new electro-proportional throttle with reverse flow check provides high capacity flow control in one compact cartridge solution.
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Sun Cartridges with EPDM Seals
Dec 17, 2014
Cartridges for flame-retardant fluids in high-temperature applications
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Protect your Hydraulic Systems with Sun Filter Cartridges
Nov 11, 2014
Sun Filter Cartridges offer Protection from Damaging Contamination.
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Pilot-to-Shift Directional Valves and Proportional Throttles
Jul 18, 2014
Pilot-operated directional and proportional flow control cartridges offer multiple circuit solutions.
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Pilot Operated, Balanced Poppet Relief Valves
Jun 16, 2014
Pilot-operated, balanced poppet reliefs are fast-acting, low-leakage relief valves.
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CE/TÜV Certified Pressure Relief Valves
May 01, 2014
Sun RDDT and RDFT cartridges are CE/TÜV certified relief valves in accordance with the Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC (PED).
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Tri-Grip Handknob Now Offered From Sun as a Standard Control Option
Dec 02, 2013
Factory Configured on Select Models
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High Capacity Solenoid Valves
Jun 17, 2013
Now available: 2-way, poppet style solenoid valves for flow rates to 120 gpm (480 L/min.) with just one valve.
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Pilot-Operated, Balanced Poppet, Anti Shock Reliefs
Jan 10, 2013
Anti-shock relief cartridges offer many benefits over traditional reliefs.
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Sun Offers Zinc-Nickel Plating for Corrosion Resistance
Aug 01, 2012
We've added zinc-nickel plating to our corrosion-resistant cartridge offerings.
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Accumulator Sense, Pump Unload Valves
May 24, 2012
ASPU doesn't exactly roll off the tongue, does it?
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'Soft' Relief Eliminates Pressure Spikes
May 24, 2012
The soft relief valve not only limits maximum pressure but also the rate of pressure rise.
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Series 4 PLUS Cartridges Offer Higher Flows with Lower Pressure Losses
May 23, 2012
Check valves and logic elements are now available in Sun's new Series 4 PLUS family.
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Manually Operated Directional Valves
May 23, 2012
Manually operated directional valves from Sun are available in a wide variety of configurations
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Sun Expands Corrosion-Resistant Solutions
Mar 12, 2012
Sun has a corrosion-resistant solution for your needs.
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Solenoid Operated Directional Valves Technical Tips
May 02, 2011
Sun publishes new technical tips on solenoid operated directional cartridges.
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Electro-Proportional Basics Explained
Jul 25, 2010
Common terms used to describe electro-proportional products are defined.
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Sun's Proportional Valves Enable Meter-in and Meter-out in Motion Control Circuits
Jun 06, 2010
Sun's new electro-proportional throttling valves provide versatility and superior control.
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Pilot Controlled Directional Cartridges Technical Tips
May 04, 2010
Sun publishes new technical tips on pilot controlled directional cartridges.
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Sequence Valves Technical Tips
Mar 08, 2010
Sun publishes new Technical Tips on Sequence Valves.
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More Options for Logic Elements with Position-Indicating Switch
Feb 01, 2010
Sun has expanded the logic elements with a position-indicating switch.
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Logic Element Cartridges Technical Tips
Oct 16, 2009
Sun publishes new Technical Tips on Logic Element Cartridges.
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Flow Divider and Flow Divider/Combiner Technical Tips
Apr 24, 2009
Sun publishes Technical Tips on flow divider and flow divider/combiner valves.
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Check Valves, Flow Control and Priority Flow Control Valves Technical Tips
Jan 07, 2009
Sun publishes new Technical Tips on check valves, flow control and priority flow control valves.
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Sun’s High Flow 2-Way Solenoid Operated Valves
Oct 12, 2008
Sun offers a complete lineup of solenoid operated 2-way valves.
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Pressure Relief and Regulating Cartridge Valve Technical Tips
Mar 14, 2008
The second in a series of revised and updated learning tools about Sun products.
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Counterbalance/Pilot-to-Open Cartridge Valve Technical Tips
Oct 28, 2007
The first in a series of revised and updated learning tools about Sun products.
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Take the Guesswork Out of Logic Circuits
Oct 02, 2002
Sun's balanced logic elements offer predictable switching.
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Sun Introduces 'Hybrid' Valves
Aug 07, 2002
These 'hybrid' valves incorporate a relief and a check function into a single cartridge.
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