Standard Mechanical, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic Definitions

Valve

a device that regulates, directs or controls the flow of a liquid by opening or closing

Valves are tough, durable work to achieve perfect shut off

Check Valve

a mechanical device, a valve, which normally allows fluid ( liquid or gas ) to flow through it in only one direction

Two Way Hydraulic Valve

A 2-way solenoid valve is an electromechanical valve controlled by an electric current. This magnetic field affects the state of the solenoid valve, causing the valve to open or close.

Accumulator

an energy storage device. it is a reservoir in which a non-compressible hydraulic fluid is held under pressure by an external source.

Main use is for a quicker response on the supply circuit do to any temporary demand and to smooth pulsations.

a backup for hydraulic fluid

Pump

a device used to move fluids, such as liquids or gases. It displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action.

Pumps fall into three major groups: direct lift, displacement, and gravity.

Strainer / Duplex Strainer

remove damage causing particulates from entering a closed system.

Duplex strainers never have to be shut down for cleaning during operation.

Pressure Gauge

are devices used for measuring the pressure of a gas or liquid in a system.