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Directional Control Valves
This session is absolutely packed with fun lessons and interactive animations! Follow a rigorous troubleshooting process to solve a directional control valve problem, and dissect a 3 section (pilot operated, solenoid controlled) valve. Colorful and interactive animations and puzzles reinforce the lesson, and encourage learning through play!
Ready to move on?
You should be able to:
- Discuss the purpose of a directional control valve
- Review the construction of a common directional control valve
- Formulate and follow a logical and efficient troubleshooting plan to deal with a directional control valve problem.
- Explain the function of a solenoid controlled, pilot operated DCV, including different spool types/porting arrangements, as well as internal and external piloting
- Interpret the simplified and detailed schematic symbols
- Explain the purpose of the optional pilot choke valve section