Pilot oil accumulator

When does accumulator (5) provide pilot pressure oil?

Accumulator (5) will provide pilot pressure oil to the pilot system when the pilot pump flow is inadequate. Insufficient supply of pilot oil flow to the pilot system may be caused by the following two reasons: Implements are lowered while the engine is stopped and oil supply to the main control valves is stopped.

How does a pilot oil accumulator work?

The pilot oil now flows through passage (18) and inlet port (19) into pressure oil chamber (20) . The pilot oil acts against bladder (22) and the nitrogen gas in gas chamber (23) is compressed. Check valve (29) prevents a backflow of the stored oil in the accumulator. The stored oil is used for solely operating the stems of the main control valve.

What is the purpose of the accumulator?

The accumulator stores pilot pressure oil for use at the main control valves. During multiple operations, the pilot system will demand more oil in order to maintain valve operation. The accumulator provides pilot pressure oil to the pilot system, when the pilot pump flow is inadequate. Inadequate flow will cause sluggish implement control.

What does accumulator (5) do?

The accumulator stores pilot pressure oil for use at the main control valves. During some operations, the pilot system needs more oil because there is insufficient flow from the pilot pump. Accumulator (5) will provide pilot pressure oil to the pilot system when the pilot pump flow is inadequate.

Why does the pilot system need more oil?

During some operations, the pilot system needs more oil because there is insufficient flow from the pilot pump. Accumulator (5) will provide pilot pressure oil to the pilot system when the pilot pump flow is inadequate. Insufficient supply of pilot oil flow to the pilot system may be caused by the following two reasons:

How long can a pressure accumulator stay in a cylinder?

With a pilot-operated check valve and resilient seals in the cylinder, it is possible to maintain pressure for 2 to 5 min or more. Use an all-ports-open directional valve with the pilot-operated check valve. This accumulator circuit maintains pressure in the cylinder while unloading the pump.