Product Overview
The PARKER FM3DDSV 55 is a modular (sandwich-style) flow control valve engineered for precise regulation of actuator speed within high-pressure industrial hydraulic systems. As part of Parker’s FM series of modular valves, this unit mounts between a directional control valve and its subplate or manifold, providing accurate flow metering on the secondary (return) circuit without the need for additional piping. The valve operates on a pressure-compensated, two-way flow control principle, maintaining a constant set flow rate regardless of load or system pressure fluctuations. Its modular CETOP/ISO interface ensures seamless integration into standardized hydraulic power units, making it a critical component for machine builders requiring repeatable motion control and energy-efficient operation.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification / Feature |
|---|---|
| Component Type | Modular Flow Control Valve (Sandwich / CETOP Interface) |
| Model Designation | FM3DDSV 55 |
| Operating Pressure | Up to 315 bar (standard industrial grade, rated per Parker FM series) |
| Nominal Flow Rate | 55 L/min (size 55 designation) |
| Mounting & Connection | CETOP 3 / ISO 4401-03 / NG6 modular interface |
| Adjustment Type | Manual screw adjustment with locknut (DDSV configuration) |
| Control Function | Pressure-compensated 2-way flow control (meter-in / meter-out) |
| Fluid Compatibility | Mineral oil based hydraulic fluids (HL, HLP, HV per DIN 51524) |
Engineering Features & Advantages
- Precision Flow Metering: The pressure-compensated spool design maintains a constant set flow rate independent of load variations, ensuring repeatable actuator speeds and eliminating drift in critical motion sequences.
- Modular Sandwich Construction: Directly mounts between a directional valve and subplate using the CETOP 3 / NG6 interface, reducing piping complexity, minimizing leak points, and simplifying system assembly and maintenance.
- Industrial Reliability: Built for continuous operation under severe industrial conditions, with hardened internal components and a robust housing that withstands pressure spikes and contamination typical of heavy-duty hydraulic circuits.
- Direct Fit Replacement: Exact dimensional and functional compatibility with original Parker FM series and equivalent OEM modular valve standards, allowing drop-in replacement without modification to existing manifolds.
- Energy Efficiency: By regulating flow on the return or feed circuit, the valve reduces throttling losses and heat generation compared to non-compensated restrictor valves, improving overall system efficiency.
Typical Industrial Applications
The PARKER FM3DDSV 55 is widely deployed in heavy industrial scenarios requiring precise speed control of hydraulic actuators, including plastic injection molding machines (clamp and injection axis control), metallurgical presses (ram speed regulation), CNC machine tools (feed
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PARKER FM3DDSV 55 Modular Flow Control Valve
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