Parker Hannifin’s new hydraulic
directional control valve is targeted
at mobile applications moving to a
more advanced and energy efficient
load sensing system from a
conventional open centre
arrangement. The VP120
complements Parker’s existing valve
range and uses contemporary flowsharing
technology to address
commonly encountered productivity
problems associated with pump
over-demand conditions.

It can be operated manually,
hydraulic-remotely, or with
solenoids. It is reported to be capable
of achieving fuel savings of up to
30% versus open centre systems and
is rated for a maximum pump input
of 160L/min and a work section
output range of 15 to 120L/min.

Input pressure rating is 280 bar and
the work port is rated to 320 bar.