Proportional Valves offer integrated programmable control.
Press Release Summary:
Equipped with programmable onboard electronics and integral spool LVDT sensors, AxisPro Valves support centralized and distributed axis control in electro-hydraulic applications. Units come in ISO-3 and ISO-5 sizes with 10.6 and 26.4 gpm flows and dynamic bandwidth of 150 Hz and 100 Hz, respectively. Both have 5,075 psi rated P, A, and B ports and 3,625 psi rated T-port. Available with CanOpen field bus communication, valves offer optional sensor inputs and pressure/temperature sensor capability.
Original Press Release:
Eaton Introduces AxisPro(TM), a New Generation of Proportional Valves for Sophisticated, Programmable Electro-hydraulic Axis Control Applications
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. ... Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced a new generation of proportional valves created to provide integrated programmable control capabilities in sophisticated electro-hydraulic axis control applications. Eaton's new AxisPro(TM) valves are designed to support both centralized and distributed axis control architectures in high-performance applications in woodworking, wind turbines, pulp and paper production, metal forming, plastic injection and blow molding, primary metals, and other industries.
Eaton AxisPro valves contain both programmable onboard electronics and integral spool Linear Voltage Differential Transformer (LVDT) sensors to provide precise, accurate, responsive axis control capabilities. The initial products are offered in ISO-3 and ISO-5 sizes with rated flows of 40 lpm and 100 lpm (10.6 and 26.4 gpm), Dynamic bandwidth for the ISO-3 valves is 150 Hz and 100Hz for the larger ISO-5 models. Both have 350 Bar (5,075 psi) rated P, A and B ports and 250 Bar (3,625 psi) rated T-port.
"These valves are building blocks for the next generation of electro-hydraulic sophistication," said Colin Cooper, product manager, industrial valves. "Their modular design delivers four levels of control capability ranging from an entry level valve that is quick and easy to configure, right through to a valve that can be uniquely customized by uploading application code created using Pro-FX(TM) Control software based on the IEC-61131-3 programming standard. Additionally the valves can be selected with CanOpen field bus communication and control capability, a range of optional sensor inputs, an embedded on-board pressure and temperature sensor capability and easy-to-read LED status indicators.
"We have optimized AxisPro valves for performance, flexibility, reliability and easy diagnostics. They give customers machine and application performance benefits, which translate into significant improvements in efficiency, productivity and repeatability for many applications," Cooper added. "AxisPro valves also have best-in-class IP65 and IP67 protection against dirt and moisture ingression, and best-in-class 85°C ambient temperature ratings."
Eaton's Hydraulics Business is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of a comprehensive line of reliable, high-efficiency hydraulic systems and components for use in mobile and stationary applications. Mobile and stationary markets include agriculture, alternative energy, construction, forestry, manufacturing, material handling, mining, oil and gas, processing, transportation and utility equipment. Eaton's Hydraulics Group provides customer-driven solutions under product names such as Aeroquip®, Boston®, Char-Lynn®, Eaton®, Hydrokraft®, Hydrowa®, Hydro-Line®, Integrated Hydraulics®, Synflex®, Vickers®, Walterscheid(TM), and Weatherhead®. For more information, visit www.eaton.com/hydraulics.
Eaton Corporation is a diversified power management company with 2010 sales of $13.7 billion. Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2011, Eaton is a global technology leader in electrical components and systems for power quality, distribution and control; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has approximately 73,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 150 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.
