FCM Series
Preparing the FCM for operation
HYDAC FILTER SYSTEMS GMBH
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Notes on pipes and hoses
Make sure that no vibrations or stress/loading from other machinery and equipment
are carried over to filter housing. If necessary, use expansion joints.
The pressure loss in a hydraulic line depends upon:
Flow
rate
Kinematic
viscosity
Pipe
dimensions
fluid
density
The pressure loss can be estimated for hydraulic oils as follows:
Δ
p
≈
6,8 * L / d
4
* Q * V * D
Δ
p = Pressure differential in [bar]
L
= Line length [m]
d
= Internal line diameter [mm]
Q
= Flow rate [l/min]
V
=
Kinematic viscosity [mm²/s]
D
= Density [kg/dm³]
Mineral oil-based hydraulic fluid has a density
of
≈
0.9 kg/dm³.
This applies to straight pipelines and hydraulic oils. Additional threaded connections
and pipe bends increase the pressure differential.
Keep the height difference between the pump and the oil level in the tank as low as
possible.
Constrictions in the connections and lines should be avoided. This could
compromise suction output and cause cavitation .
Take note that the nominal size of the connected hoses/piping must be at least as
large as the inlet port sizes.
Make sure that no vibrations or stress/loading from other machinery and equipment
are carried over to filter unit. Use hoses or expansion joints if necessary.
