Product Overview
The Danfoss FAR1-12-S-0 is a precision-engineered rotary flow divider/combiner cartridge valve designed for accurate distribution and recombination of hydraulic flow in multi-actuator circuits. As a member of Danfoss’s FAR series, this cartridge-style valve ensures synchronous operation of multiple hydraulic cylinders or motors by proportionally dividing inlet flow into two or more outlet paths, or conversely, combining return flows into a single line. Its compact cartridge construction allows direct insertion into custom manifold blocks, reducing system footprint and eliminating external piping. The FAR1-12-S-0 is ideally suited for applications requiring precise flow proportioning, load compensation, and reliable performance in demanding industrial hydraulic systems.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification / Feature |
|---|---|
| Component Type | Flow Divider/Combiner Cartridge Valve |
| Model Designation | FAR1-12-S-0 |
| Operating Pressure | Standard Industrial Grade (Up to 350 bar rated) |
| Mounting & Connection | Cartridge-style, manifold-mounted per Danfoss interface standard |
| Flow Division Ratio | Equal proportional split (50/50 standard configuration) |
| Nominal Flow Capacity | Up to 12 L/min per section (model code dependent) |
| Fluid Compatibility | Mineral-based hydraulic oils per DIN 51524 / ISO 11158 |
| Seal Material | NBR (Buna-N) standard; FKM available on request |
Engineering Features & Advantages
- Precision Flow Proportioning: Rotary spool design delivers accurate and repeatable flow division or combination, ensuring synchronized movement of multiple actuators regardless of load variations.
- Load Compensation Capability: Maintains proportional flow distribution even when individual actuator loads differ, preventing drift and improving system control accuracy.
- Compact Cartridge Construction: Space-saving insert design enables direct manifold mounting, reducing leak points, external plumbing, and overall system complexity.
- Industrial Reliability: Built for continuous operation under severe industrial conditions with hardened internal components for extended service life.
- Direct Fit Replacement: Exact dimensional and functional compatibility with original Danfoss OEM standards, ensuring drop-in interchangeability.
Typical Industrial Applications
The Danfoss FAR1-12-S-0 flow divider/combiner cartridge valve is widely deployed in hydraulic systems requiring precise multi-actuator synchronization. Common applications include plastic injection molding machines where mold clamping and injection axes must move in coordinated fashion, metallurgical presses and rolling mills demanding equal force distribution across parallel cylinders, construction and marine hydraulic systems with dual-cylinder lifting or steering circuits, and CNC machine tools where tool carriages or workholding fixtures require synchronized motion. Its robust cartridge design also suits agricultural machinery, material handling equipment, and any manifold-based hydraulic circuit where reliable flow proportioning is critical to operational accuracy and safety
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Danfoss FAR1-12-S-0 Flow Divider/Combiner Cartridge Valve
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