What Are Hydraulic Manifolds?
Hydraulic manifolds are crucial components in hydraulic systems responsible for branching, merging, and controlling the flow of hydraulic fluid.
Their operating principle involves branching and merging hydraulic fluid sent from the hydraulic pump using valves and controlling the flow of hydraulic fluid through the opening and closing of the valves. This allows for the control of the entire hydraulic system.
Hydraulic manifolds are used in a wide range of applications, including construction machinery, industrial machinery, and automobiles. Their key feature is the ability to centrally manage branching, merging, flow, and pressure control of hydraulic fluid, contributing to the efficiency and safety improvement of hydraulic systems. However, hydraulic manifolds can be expensive and require maintenance.
When using them, it’s important to combine them with suitable hydraulic pumps and actuators and design the capacity and flow rate appropriately.