Pressure control valves, also called pressure valves in short, can control the pressure to meet the force and torque of actuators. There are several types of pressure control valves, like safe relief valve, pressure reducing valve, sequence valve, safety valve and etc. In this article, we will have a brief introduction of different pressure control valves.

1. Relief Valve

The main function of relief valve is to keep hydraulic system stable and safe, preventing the overloading of system.

2. Sequence Valve

Sequence valve can control the sequence of actuator by changing the pressure in hydraulic system. It has almost the same structure and working principle as the relief valve. The main difference lies in that the outlet of sequence valve is not connected to tanks. In this way, the internal leaking oil cannot channel directly to the oil chamber with pipeline, but by using a special pipeline instead.

3. Pressure Reducing Valve

The pressure reducing valve consists of two parts: pilot valve and main valves. Its major function is to adjust oil pressure. The high-pressure oil enters into oil mouth, goes through the path of spool and orifices, then comes out from outlet of pressure reducing valve in a lower pressure state.

In a short conclusion, although there are many varieties of pressure control valves, their fundamental purpose is the control of oil pressure.