M–2210–SRev. 2/93
PVH Piston Pumps
Including Controls
Vickers®
Piston PumpsOverhaul Manual
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Section 1 – Introduction
A. Purpose of Manual
This manual describes basic operating characteristics and
provides overhaul information for the Vickers
PVH 57/74/98/131 series piston pumps. The information
contained herein pertains to the latest design series as
shown in the model code.
B. Related Publications
Installation dimensions for the PVH series pumps and
controls are not included in this manual. Individual parts
numbers for the basic pumps are also not included. Refer to
the related publication list below for publications that include
this type of information.
PVH57 Service drawing M–2206–S
PVH74 Service drawing M–2207–S
PVH98 Service drawing M–2208–S
PVH131 Service drawing M–2209–S
PVH Series Application GB–C–2010
C. Model Code Description
Variations within each basic model series are covered in the
model code as shown on the next page. Service inquires
should always include the complete unit model code number
as stamped on the name plate, and the assembly number as
stamped on the mounting flange.
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Model Code
N = ISO 3014/2- Short straight
E32N keyed
1 = SAE ”C” Straight
(J744-32-1) keyed
2 = SAE “C”� Splined 14 tooth
(J744-32-4) 12/24 D.P.
3 = SAE “CC” Splined 17 tooth
(J744-38-4) 12/24 D.P.
12 = SAE “D” Splined 13 tooth
(J744-44-4) 8/16 D.P.
13 = SAE “C Straight
(J744-38-1) keyed
16 = SAE “D“ Straight
(J744-44-1) keyed
Blank = Non-thru-drive (single pump)
A = Thru-drive pump with SAE
“A” 2-bolt rear flange mounting
(SAE J744-82-2)
B = Thru- drive pump with SAE “B”
2- and 4-bolt rear flange
mountings♦ (SAE J744-101-2/4)
C = Thru-drive pump with SAE
“C” 2- and 4-bolt rear
flange mountings♦(SAE
J744-127-2/4)
S = Adjustable maximum volume
stop (non-thru-drive and
non-torque-control pumps only)
PVH *** QI * – * (*) * – ** * – 10 – C(M) ** (**) (**) – *0 – ***
** = Customer desired torque limiter
setting specified in ten bar
(145 psi) increments, e.g.:
8 = 80 bar (1160 psi);
18 = 180 bar (2610 psi).
The torque setting range is from
30–80% of the specified
compensator setting.
C = 70-250 bar (1015-3625 psi)
(standard)
CM = 40-130 bar ((580-1885 psi)
(optional QI version)
IC = Industrial control
UV = Unloading valve control for
accumulator circuits
Shaft seal, prime mover end
S = Single, one-way (standard)
D = Double, two-way (optional)
Recommended on second pump
of tandem assembly
(PVH**/ PVH**)
Maximum geometric displacement
4
6
8
10
57 = 57.4 cm3/r (3.5 in3/r)
74 = 73.7 cm3/r (4.5 in3/r)
98 = 98.3 cm3/r (6.0 in3/r)
131 = 131.1 cm3/r (8.0 in3/r)
7
11
Mounting flange, prime mover end
C = SAE “C” 4–bolt type
(SAE J744-127-4 )
M = ISO 3019/2–125B4HW
(Option for PVH57QI and
PVH/74QI only)
R = Right hand, clockwise
(Standard on QI models)
L = Left hand, counterclockwise
(Optional on QI models)
Configuration
Main ports
F = SAE 4-bolt flange pads
(standard )
M = SAE 4-bolt pads with metric
mounting bolt threads (PVH57 &
PVH74 only)
Shaft-end type, at prime
mover end
9
Pump design number
Pressure compensator
adjustment range
Mobile pumps
Industrial pumps
Shaft rotation, viewed at
prime mover end
5
2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 132
PVH *** - C – * (*) * – ** * – 10 – C ** (**) (**) – *0 – ***
1410
Additional control functions13
Blank = No additional controls
V = Load sensing, 20 bar differential
pressure setting
T = Torque limiter
VT = Load sensing and torque limiter
Torque limiter factory setting14
15 Control design number
31 = C, CM, or C**V controls.
13 = C**T controls
14 = C**VT controls
10 = UV and IC controls
♦ Built from pump with SAE “A” rear
pad to which suitable flange adapter is
bolted. For best availability and flexibility,
order PVH SAE “A” thru-drive pump and
SAE “B” or “C” adapter kit separately.
10 (Subject to change. Installation
dimensions unaltered for design
numbers 10 to 19 inclusive. )
2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 14 15
15
12
25 = Normal factory setting of 250
bar for “C” models.
7 = Normal factory setting of 70
bar for “CM” models.
Pressure compensator factory
setting in tens of bar
16 Special features suffix
027= Composite 2-bolt/4-bolt mounting
conforming to SAE “C” (except
PVH131)
031= Thru-drive SAE “A” pad cover
041= No case-to-inlet relief (for use with
supercharged circuits)
057= Shaft-up operation (vertical mount)
Torque restrictions apply to #2 shaft in
PVH74 and 98 thru-drive, and PVH131
single and thru-drive, pumps. Vickers is
not responsible for misapplied usage of
these shafts. Please contact a Vickers
representative for review of your
application.
�
111
Piston pump, variable
displacement
1
1
3 12 16
3 Industrial version
16
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Section 2 – Description
A. Basic Pump
Figure 1 shows the basic construction of the PVH series
piston pump. Major parts include the drive shaft, housing,
yoke, rotating group, valve plate, control piston, bias piston,
valve block and compensator control. The PVH series
replaces the pintle bearing assembly with saddle bearings,
which reduces weight and eliminates the roller bearings that
added to maintenance time and overhaul costs.
B. Pump Controls
Two common pump control types are available. One type is
the standard “C” compensator control that limits pump outlet
pressure to a desired level. The other type is the “CV”
pressure limiter/load sensing control. Now available is the
“IC” (Industrial Control) which can be used as a load sensing
compensator, remote compensator control and
electrohydraulic control. These limit pump outlet pressure
and also regulate pump displacement to match load
requirements.
Section 3 – Principles of Operation
A. Pump Operation
Rotation of the pump drive shaft causes the cylinder block,
shoe plate and pistons to rotate (See Figure 2). The piston
shoes are held against the yoke face by the shoe plate. The
angle of the yoke face creates a reciprocating motion to
each piston within the cylinder block. Inlet and outlet ports
connect to a kidney slotted wafer plate. As the pistons move
out of the cylinder block, a vacuum is created and fluid is
forced into the void by atmospheric pressure. The fluid
moves with the cylinder block past the intake kidney slot.
The motion of the piston reverses and fluid is pushed out of
the cylinder block into the outlet port.
Warning
Before breaking a circuit connection, make certain
that power is off and system pressure has been
released. Lower all vertical cylinders, discharge
accumulators, and block any load whose movement
could generate pressure. Plug all removed units
and cap all lines to prevent the entry of dirt into
the system.
Outlet valve plate
kidney slot
Valve block
Figure 1. PVH Section View
Piston
Shoe plate
Figure 2. PVH Pump Operation
Yoke
faceOutlet port
Inlet port
Cylinder block
Drive shaft
Valve plate
Inlet valve
plate kidney
slot
Drive shaft
Yoke
Control piston
Inlet
Valve block
Bias
piston
Piston
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Principles of Operation
B. Pump Controls
Pressure Compensator Controls “C” & “CM”
(Figure 3)
The standard “C” and low pressure “CM” compensator
controls are internally pilot operated, spring offset, 2-way
valves. Their purpose is to limit system pressure to a desired
level by varying pump displacement. These controls only
provide the flow required to satisfy the load demand, while
maintaining a constant preset pressure.
During operation, load or system pressure is continually fed
to the bias piston. The function of the bias piston is to
maintain the yoke at a full pump displacement position. Load
or system pressure is also fed to the compensator spool
chamber within the control. Pressure within the compensator
spool chamber acts upon the spring force of the
compensator spring.
When load or system pressure is below the pressure setting
of the compensator spring, the compensator spool remains
offset and the pump continues to operate at full
displacement. When load or system pressure approaches
the compensator pressure setting, the compensator spool
will start to move and overcome the compensator spring
force. Fluid will then meter into the control piston area. Since
the control piston area is greater than that of the bias piston,
the control piston pushes the yoke towards minimum pump
displacement. The compensator control continues to meter
fluid to the control piston, adjusting the pump displacement,
and pumping only enough fluid to satisfy the load demand
while holding the system at a constant pressure.
When load or system pressure exceeds the compensator
setting, the compensator spool shifts towards the spring
chamber area. A maximum amount of fluid is then metered
to the control piston area, causing the yoke to shift to
minimum pump displacement.
When system pressure decreases below the compensator
pressure setting, the compensator spool returns to its
original position and the yoke returns to maintain maximum
pump displacement.
The compensator is available in two pressure ranges. The
“C” spring has an adjustment range of 70–250 bar
(1015–3625 psi). The “CM” spring has an adjustment range
of 40–130 bar (580–1885 psi).
Figure 3. “C” & “CM” Controls
I Dr
P
Body
Pressure limiting adjustment
SpringTo tank
Pressure limiting spool
Control piston
Yoke angleBias piston
Piston pump
Load Sensing & Pressure Compensator Control C(M)*V
(Figure 4)
This pump will provide power matching of pump output to
system load demand, maximizing efficiency and improving
load metering characteristics of any directional control valve
installed between the pump and the load.
Load sensing ensures that the pump always provides only
the amount of flow needed by the load. At the same time,
the pump operating pressure adjusts to the actual load
pressure plus a pressure differential required for the control
action. Typically, the differential pressure is that between the
pressure inlet and service port of a proportionally controlled
directional valve, or a load sensing directional control valve.
When the system is not demanding power, the load sense
control can operate in an energy-saving stand-by mode. To
achieve the low pressure, no flow, stand-by mode, the load
sense signal line must be drained to the tank externally.
The standard differential pressure setting for load sense is
20 bar (290 psi), but can be adjusted to between 17 and 30
bar (247 and 435 psi) on the pump.
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Principles of Operation
If the load pressure exceeds the system pressure setting,
the pressure compensator de-strokes the pump. The load
sensing line must be as short as possible and can also be
used for remote control or unloading of the pump pressure.
For remote control, it is recommended that you contact your
Vickers representative for the correct configuration of the
control.
Figure 4: C(M)*V Control
Inlet
Load sense
signal port
Outlet
To load
1.7 bar (25 psi)
Case drain
PVH with UV Control for Accumulator Circuits
(Figure 5)
This pump control functions as a load- sensing pressure
compensator that unloads the pump at a preset pressure
and loads the pump after preset pressure drop.
Figure 5: UV Control
•
Inlet
Case drain
Outlet
1.7 bar (25 psi)
Pump
Pressure compensa-
tor with load sensing
(C**V control)
Unloading
valve
• •
•
• •
•
• •
To accumulator
Pressure & Torque Limiter Control C**T
(Figure 6)
This pump senses pressure and flow and starts destroking at
a predetermined input torque level. The rate of flow
reduction is normally tailored to follow the maximum power
capability curve of the prime mover. Input torque is limited
while the pressure compensator limits the system pressure.
When the input speed remains constant (i.e. industrial
drives), the torque limiter acts as an input power limiter. This
allows a smaller electric motor to be used if maximum
pressure and maximum flow are not required at the same
time. At low load levels, the control permits high pump
displacement and high load speeds. Under heavy loads,
speed is reduced, preventing stalling of the prime mover. In
the case of variable speed drives (I.C. engines), this function
provides, in addition to pressure compensation or limiting, a
torque limiting ability that can be adjusted to the
torque/speed characteristics of the engine.
The start of torque limiting (pump-destroking) is pressure
dependent. The pressure is selectable (see model code) and
is factory preset to between 30% and 80% of the maximum
pressure control setting. The adjustment range for the “C”
compensator is 80 to 200 bar (1160 to 2900 psi) in 10 bar
(145 psi) increments. There is no “CM” spring option
available with the torque limiting control.
Figure 6: C**T Control
Inlet
Case drain
Outlet
To load
1.7 bar (25 psi)
Torque Limiting Plus Load Sensing Control C**VT
(Figure 7)
This pump control option functions like a load sensing
control, but with additional torque limiting tailored to the size
of the drive motor selected. The limiting function is the same
as for a pressure compensator with torque limiting. The
combination of the two controls provides the following
benefits:
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Principles of Operation
1. The energy savings of a variable displacement load
sensing control.
2. The pump pressure follows the load pressure.
3. The torque control allows smaller drive motors to be used.
4. The pressure compensator de-strokes the pump as
maximum pressure is reached.
5. The pump pressure can also be remotely controlled using
the load sense line. The C**VT control allows complete
control of flow and pressure, either mechanically or
electrically, if used with proportional valves.
Figure 7: C**VT Control
Case
drain
Inlet
Load
sense
signal port
To load
Outlet
1.7 bar (25 psi)
Industrial Control
(Figures 8 & 9)
This pump control option is intended for use when multiple,
remote, or electrically controlled compensating settings, with
or without load sensing, are desired.
Pressure compensation is obtained by removing an internal
plug, keeping the load-sense signal port plugged, and
internally applying pilot pressure to the spring chamber of
the pilot-operated control spool. For pressure compensation
with load sensing, the internal plug stays, the load-sense
signal port is unplugged, and pilot pressure is externally
applied.
An external relief valve is used to set system pressure. The
externally adjustable control-spool spring determines the
differential pressure setting of the pump control. Pilot
(spring chamber) pressure is separated from outlet pressure
by an internal orifice. Outlet pressure shifts the spool when
pressure drop across the orifice reaches the differential
pressure setting, and the pump de-strokes.
The relief valve can be mounted to an NFPA-D03/ISO
4401-03 pad on the pump control, or remotely located via
tapping and blanking plates installed on the pad.
The standard factory-set differential pressure setting of the
pump control is 20 bar (290 psi) and is not specified in the
pump model code. Any other ordered differential pressure,
within the control’s adjustable pressure range of 17–35 bar
(247–508 psi), will be specified in the model code following
the “IC” control code; for example, “-IC30-” for a 30 bar
setting.
Application examples:
Mounting Control Type
� EHST Electrical control compensator
� DG valve w/DGMC Double or triple compensator
� C–175 Remote control relief valve
� CGE–02 Electrical relief valve
Figure 8: Industrial Control Section View
Orifice
Removable
plug
Control
adjustment
screw
Locknut
Pilot chamber
Control spool
Plug
Spring guide
Plug
Case
To control piston Pump
outlet
Load sense
port
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Principles of Operation
Figure 9: Industrial Control
Case
drain
Pressure compensating without load sensing
Pressure compensating with load sensing
Case
drain
Inlet
Outlet
To load
1.7 bar (25 psi)
Tank
port
Pressure
port
•
•
•
•
X
Load sense
signal port
Inlet
Load sense
signal port
Outlet
To load
1.7 bar (25 psi)
X
Tank
port
Pressure
port
•
•
•
•
C. Load Sensing/Pressure Limiting
Operation
As one would expect from the title, this control is a
combination of the features of both the pressure limiting and
load sensing controls. Refer to Figure 10.
The load sensing spool senses the pressure difference
(pressure drop ∆P) between pump outlet and load pressure
across a series flow control or system directional valve
which is inherent in its operation. This differential pressure
causes the load sensing spool to move against its spring to
the closed–center position. If the differential pressure
(pressure drop ∆P) increases (greater flow through the
series valve), the load sensing spool moves to the right.
This opens discharge to the control piston. Outlet pressure
at the control piston strokes the yoke toward a lower flow
and when differential pressure again causes the load
sensing spool to move to the closed-center position.
If differential pressure lowers (less flow through the series
valve), the load sensing spool moves to the left, opening the
control piston to tank. The bias piston then strokes the yoke
toward a higher flow. When differential pressure (pressure
drop), increases enough to move the load sensing spool to
the closed-center position, yoke movement will stop and flow
will remain constant.
Figure 10: Load Sensing Control System
(A) Load
Pressure
Signal
Load Sensing
Spool
Load
Load
Sensing
Adj.
Compensator
Adjustment
Pressure Limiting
Spool
To Tank
Flow Control
or Dir. Valve
Control Piston
Piston PumpBias Piston
The load sensing portion of the control operates as a
function of the pressure drop across the series valves
(pressure drop ∆P), and is independent of system pressure.
It establishes a constant flow characteristic from the pump
based on the magnitude of the directional valve opening
(operator controlled).
If outlet pressure increases to the maximum pressure limit
setting, the pressure limiting spool meters fluid to the control
piston. The control piston moves the yoke to reduce flow. If
outlet pressure continues to rise, the spool will continue to
meter fluid to the control piston and the pump will stroke to
zero flow at maximum pressure.
M–2210–SRev. 2/93
Principles of Operation
Reduced horsepower standby feature
When the system flow control valve or directional valve is
closed completely, the circuit is placed in standby.
Note
This feature assumes the system flow control
valve or directional valve provides decompression
of load sensing pressure in the standby, fully
closed position. Pressure at point A (Figures 10 &
11) must decay toward zero through the system
flow control or directional valve for standby to
occur. Decompression of the load sensing
pressure allows the pump to stroke to zero flow
and minimum pressure. The circuit functions in the
following manner.
Assume the flow control or directional valve is closed and
there is no bleed of point A (Figure 10) to tank. The fluid is
trapped and the load sensing spool is held to the left by the
spring. The system pressure rises until the pressure limiting
spool takes over. The yoke then stokes to zero flow and
holds pressure at the maximum limiter setting.
If, in the closed condition, the flow control or system
directional valve bleeds point A (Figures 10 & 11) to tank, the
load sensing feedback pressure