Type 14550 – 4-way directional control valve
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Comprising four cam-operated modules, each containing a partially balanced plunger which is unseated when the handle is operated. In the closed position, the plunger makes a leak-free seal with the seat. Being dynamically biased towards closing, the seal becomes tighter as pressure rises. A module can be readily withdrawn from the base of the valve body for servicing or renewing the seat or seals. Total handle movement of 90° gives positive detented selections at 45° intervals. The valve is suitable for use with a wide range of fluids and is designed for working pressures of up to 10,000 psi. Torque required to operate the handle remains light throughout the pressure range. Subsea versions are available – position selected by ROV – springs to centre if not positioned otherwise. |
Product numbers for various options of spigot or handle for each of the IDs defined on the large table below are as follows:
Also available with 1/2"NPT F and with 3/8"MP Butech ports. |
ID | Symbol | Cam no. | Handle
position 1 |
Handle
centre |
Handle
position 2 |
A | 01 | Spindle A closed
Spindle B open Spindle C open Spindle D closed Port 3 to pressure Port 2 to tank |
Spindle A closed
Spindle B closed Spindle C closed Spindle D closed All ports blocked |
Spindle A open
Spindle B closed Spindle C closed Spindle D open Port 3 to tank Port 2 to pressure |
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B | 02 | Spindle A open
Spindle B closed Spindle C closed Spindle D open Port 3 to tank Port 2 to pressure |
Spindle A closed
Spindle B closed Spindle C open Spindle D open Port 1 blocked Ports 2 & 3 to tank |
Spindle A closed
Spindle B open Spindle C open Spindle D closed Port 3 to pressure Port 2 to tank |
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C | 03 | Spindle A open
Spindle B closed Spindle C closed Spindle D open Port 3 to tank Port 2 to pressure |
Spindle A closed
Spindle B closed Spindle C closed Spindle D open Port 1 & 2 blocked Port 3 to tank |
Spindle A closed
Spindle B open Spindle C open Spindle D closed Port 3 to pressure Port 2 to tank |
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D | 02 | Spindle A open
Spindle B closed Spindle C closed Spindle D open Port 3 to tank Port 2 to pressure |
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Spindle A closed
Spindle B open Spindle C open Spindle D closed Port 3 to pressure Port 2 to tank |
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E | 04 | Spindle A closed
Spindle B open Spindle C open Spindle D closed Port 3 to pressure Port 2 to tank |
Spindle A open
Spindle B closed Spindle C open Spindle D closed Ports 1 & 2 to tank Port 3 blocked |
Spindle A open
Spindle B closed Spindle C closed Spindle D open Port 3 to tank Port 2 to pressure |