Hydraulic Valves Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary function of hydraulic valves?

A

To control the flow and pressure of hydraulic fluid in a system.

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True or False: Hydraulic valves can only be used in industrial applications.

A

False

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3
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Fill in the blank: A __________ valve is used to control the direction of hydraulic fluid flow.

A

directional

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4
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What type of hydraulic valve is designed to maintain a specific pressure within a system?

A

Pressure relief valve

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5
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of hydraulic valve? A) Check valve B) Flow control valve C) Gas valve D) Pressure relief valve

A

C) Gas valve

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What is the purpose of a check valve in a hydraulic system?

A

To allow fluid to flow in one direction and prevent backflow.

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7
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True or False: Hydraulic valves can be operated manually or automatically.

A

True

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8
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What does a flow control valve do?

A

It regulates the flow rate of hydraulic fluid.

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9
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Fill in the blank: The __________ valve is used to control the speed of hydraulic actuators.

A

flow control

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10
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Multiple choice: Which component is essential for the operation of hydraulic valves? A) Electrical motor B) Hydraulic fluid C) Pneumatic pressure D) Mechanical lever

A

B) Hydraulic fluid

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11
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What is the function of a solenoid valve in hydraulic systems?

A

To control the flow of hydraulic fluid electronically.

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12
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True or False: A pilot-operated valve uses a small pilot pressure to control a larger flow.

A

True

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13
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What is the main advantage of using a proportional valve?

A

It provides precise control over flow and pressure.

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14
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Fill in the blank: The __________ valve is often used in applications requiring quick response times.

A

solenoid

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15
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Multiple choice: Which type of valve is typically used to isolate parts of a hydraulic system? A) Check valve B) Isolation valve C) Pressure relief valve D) Flow control valve

A

B) Isolation valve

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16
Q

What does a hydraulic accumulator do?

A

Stores energy in the form of hydraulic fluid under pressure.

17
Q

True or False: Hydraulic valves do not require maintenance.

18
Q

What is the purpose of a throttle valve?

A

To control the speed of hydraulic actuators by restricting flow.

19
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ valve is crucial for protecting hydraulic circuits from overpressure.

A

pressure relief

20
Q

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common application for hydraulic valves? A) Air conditioning B) Excavators C) Refrigerators D) Elevators

A

B) Excavators

21
Q

What type of valve is used to allow flow in one direction while blocking it in the opposite direction?

A

Check valve

22
Q

True or False: Hydraulic valves can only be used in mobile machinery.

23
Q

What is the significance of valve sizing in hydraulic systems?

A

It affects the flow capacity and pressure drop across the valve.

24
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ valve can be used to control the volume of hydraulic fluid in a circuit.

A

flow control

25
Multiple choice: Which valve is often used in hydraulic systems to prevent cavitation? A) Pressure relief valve B) Check valve C) Flow control valve D) All of the above
D) All of the above
26
What is the role of a hydraulic manifold in relation to valves?
To house multiple hydraulic valves and connect them to a hydraulic circuit.