PD16-S60N-0-N-60 PILOTED 5-WAY

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The Hydraforce PD16-S60N-0-N-60 (5262583) is a screw-in, cartridge-style, pilot-operated, spool-type hydraulic directional valve designed for precise fluid control in hydraulic systems. This model allows for versatile flow paths; in its neutral position, it channels flow between ports 2 and 3 as well as between ports 4 and 5. With a remote pilot signal at port 1, the spool shifts to connect flow between ports 3 and 4 and ports 2 and 5. The spring chamber's venting to the tank through port 6 ensures that the valve can be fully pressurized at ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 without impacting the required pilot pressure—although pressure at port 6 does influence this required pilot pressure. Constructed for durability and long service life, the valve features a hardened spool and cage. It supports various bias spring options including pressures of 60, 80, 110, and 170 psi to accommodate different application requirements. The valve is capable of handling a maximum internal leakage of up to approximately 164 ml/min at a pressure of up to 3000 psi (207 bar). It operates efficiently within a fluid temperature range of -40°C to +120°C (-40°F to +248°F). For installation purposes, it fits into a VC16S6 cavity size with recommended cartridge installation torque ranging from about 62.4 to 73.2 Nm (46 to54 ft-lb). The external surfaces are zinc-plated steel with work surfaces hardened for extra robustness against wear and tear; buna-N O-rings are standard ensuring good sealing properties. Weighing approximately .74 kg (1.62 lb), this valve is an effective solution for directing flow in complex hydraulic systems across various applications while maintaining reliability and performance stability.