HFD fluids
Water-free, synthetically produced fire-resistant fluids. They rely on the following compounds: Phosphoric ester (HFD R), currently the most widely used HFD fluid; performs worst in terms of fire resistance [...] environmental protection. Mixtures of HFD R and HFD S. Other compositions (HFD U). Common to All HFD fluids is the lack of compatibility with most materials for seals and a high density of 1.15 to 1.4 g/cm3
Cost of a fluid power plant
The overall costs for a plant consist of the procurement costs A, ( Figure K 33 ) and operating costs K, which can fluctuate considerably in the field of hydraulics. They will depend primarily on over
Fluid level gauge
Device that measures and displays the liquid level in a tank.
HFC pressure fluids
Fire-resistant fluids based on a solution of polymers (polyglycols) in water at a ratio of around 60:40. HFC pressure fluids have a viscosity of 30 to 45 mm2/s at 50°C and may be used instead of mineral [...] Sole restriction: roller bearings have a shorter lifetime given the water content of HFC pressure fluids and the working temperature is limited to a range between –20°C and +60°C. The water content must
Adhesion property of hydraulic fluids
In order for the hydraulic fluid to deliver sufficient lubricating effect in plain bearings and under seals , it must have sufficient wetting ability. This is generally the case with HLPD oils .
Energy content of hydraulic fluid
also only makes itself apparent where the mass forces of the flowing column of fluid have an effect. As hydraulic fluids are in reality not incompressible, but are compressible, in addition to the energy [...] The basis is Bernoulli's equation for ideal, incompressible fluids: = static pressure + dynamic pressure + geodetic pressure. This equation yields the related energy element as The last term ρ · g · h
HFB fluids
Fire-resistant fluids based on "water in oil", i.e. an emulsion of around 40% water in mineral oil. Not used in Germany (although they are in the UK, for example).
Hydraulics
pressure and fluid flow. The following are generally used as hydraulic fluids: Hydraulic fluids based on mineral oil Flame-resistant hydraulic fluids Readily biodegradable hydraulic fluids Hydraulics also [...] general, the hydraulic fluid transfers power, energy or force/torque from the prime mover (pump) to the working unit (cylinder or hydraulic motor). Introducing pressurised fluid into cylinders causes the [...] covers the theory of the flow behaviour of liquids. In engineering, it refers to the use of Hydraulic fluids to transfer signals, force and energy. A hydraulic system is a type of transmission system, such
Separation capability
Characteristic of a hydraulic fluid to separate from contamination by means of rising (air) or sinking (solids). Air separation capability: Characterises the ability of a hydraulic fluid to separate out undissolved [...] due to leaks, turbulence in the tank or due to cavitation in the hydraulic fluid. It must be separated out again before the fluid is drawn in again by the pump, as free air has a very negative effect in [...] density, in HFD fluids at the surface due to the low density. It is also important here to separate out solids in the tank or in the filters before they are drawn in again with the fluid. Dispergent oils
Hydrostatic laws
technical fluids that behave in accordance with laws: The viscosity of a fluid, The compressibility of a fluid, The flow behaviour of a fluid, The hydraulic surge (compression surge) in a fluid. [...] acting on a stationary fluid generates a pressure that propagates in all directions with the same magnitude. This the basic law of hydrostatics . All force and pressure processes in fluids are based on this [...] this law. As the hydraulic fluid must be transported from the place it is generated (pump) to the place the energy is given up (motor, cylinder ), other laws of hydrokinetics need to be taken into account: