Hydraulic dampers

1. DESCRIPTION 2. APPLICATION 2.1.3 Mode of operation

The pulsation damper generally has two
1.1. FUNCTION 2.1. PULSATION DAMPING fluid ports and can therefore be fitted
The pressure fluctuations occurring in TYPE SB...P / SBO...P directly inline.
hydraulic systems can be cyclical or one- The flow is diverted in the fluid valve so
off problems due to: without damper that it is directed straight at the bladder
z Flow rate fluctuations from or diaphragm. This causes direct contact
displacement pumps of the flow with the bladder or diaphragm
which, in an almost inertia-less operation,
Pressure

z Actuation of shut-off and control valves

balances the flow rate fluctuations via the
with short opening and closing times
gas volume.
z Switching on and off of pumps
Time
It particularly compensates for higher
z Sudden linking of spaces with different frequency pressure oscillations. The
pressure levels charge pressure is adjusted to individual
with accumulator
(standard connection bladder accumulator) operating conditions.
HYDAC hydraulic dampers are 2.1.4 Design
Pressure

particularly suitable for damping such HYDAC pulsation dampers consist of:
pressure fluctuations. z The welded or forged pressure
Time
Selecting the most suitable hydraulic vessel in carbon steel; available with
damper for each system ensures that: internal coating or in stainless steel for
with accumulator chemically aggressive fluids
z Vibrations caused by pipes, valves, as pulsation damper
couplings etc. are minimised and
Pressure

z The special fluid valve with inline

subsequent pipe and valve damage is connection, which guides the flow
prevented Time into the vessel (threaded or flange
z Measuring instruments are protected connection)
and their performance is no longer 2.1.1 General z The bladder or diaphragm in various
impaired The HYDAC pulsation damper elastomers as shown in section 4.1.
z The noise level in hydraulic systems is z Prevents pipe breaks caused by material 2.1.5 Installation
reduced fatigue, pipe oscillations and irregular As close as possible to the pulsation
z The performance of machine tools is flow rates, source. Mounting position preferably
improved z Protects valves, control devices and vertical (gas valve pointing upwards).
z Interconnection of several pumps in other instruments, Preferred and alternative installation
one line is possible z Improves noise level damping positions are shown in schematic form in
z A pump rpm and feed pressure section 1.3.
increase is possible 2.1.2 Applications
The pulsation damper is particularly
z The maintenance and servicing costs suitable for hydraulic systems,
can be reduced displacement pumps, sensitive
z The service life of the system is measurement and control instruments and
increased manifolds, e.g. in process circuits in the
chemical industry.
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 2.2. SUCTION FLOW STABILISATION 2.3. SHOCK ABSORPTION

without damper without damper

Pressure

Time

Pressure
with accumulator (standard bladder accumulator)
Pressure

Time

Time
with shock absorber

with accumulator as suction flow stabiliser

Pressure
Pressure

Time
Time

2.2.1 General 2.3.1 General

The HYDAC suction flow stabiliser The HYDAC shock absorber
z Improves the NPSH value of the system z Reduces pressure shocks
z Prevents cavitation of the pump z Protects pipelines and valves from being destroyed
z Prevents pipe oscillations 2.3.2 Applications
2.2.2 Applications The accumulators are particularly suitable for use in pipelines with
Main application areas are piston and diaphragm pumps in public quick-acting valves or flaps and whilst pumps are being switched
utility plants, reactor construction and the chemical industry. on and off.
They are also suitable for energy storage in low pressure
2.2.3 Mode of operation applications.
Trouble-free pump operation is only possible if no cavitation
occurs in the pump suction and pipe oscillations are prevented. 2.3.3 Mode of operation
A relatively high fluid volume in the suction flow stabiliser in Sudden changes in pipeline flow, such as those caused by pump
relation to the displacement volume of the pump reduces the failure or the closing or opening of valves, can cause pressures
acceleration effects of the fluid column in the suction line. An air which are many times higher than the normal values.
separation is also achieved due to the extremely low flow rate The shock absorber prevents this by converting potential energy
in the suction flow stabiliser and the deflection on a baffle. By into kinetic energy and vice versa. This prevents pressure shocks
adjusting the charging pressure of the bladder to the operating and protects pipelines, valves, monitoring instruments and other
conditions, the best possible damping is achieved. pipe fittings from destruction.
2.2.4 Design 2.3.4 Design
The HYDAC suction flow stabiliser consists of a welded vessel in The shock absorption can be provided by using bladder, piston
steel or stainless steel. and diaphragm accumulators. Further technical details on the
The inlet and outlet are on opposite sides and are separated by individual accumulator types can be found in the following
a baffle, other versions on request. The upper part houses the brochure sections:
encapsulated bladder. In addition, there is a vent screw in the end z Bladder accumulators, low pressure
cap and a drainage facility on the bottom. No. 3.202
2.2.5 Installation z Bladder accumulators, standard design
As close as possible to the suction inlet of the pump. Vertical No. 3.201
mounting position (gas valve pointing upwards). z Diaphragm accumulators
No. 3.100
z Piston accumulators, standard design
No. 3.301
2.3.5 Installation
As close as possible to the source of the erratic condition. Vertical
mounting position (gas valve pointing upwards).
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 Formulae:
3 SIZING
3.1. PULSATION DAMPER AND SUCTION FLOW STABILISER ΔV
V0 = 1 1
κ κ

Φ Φ
−
x x
1− 1+
100 100

ΔV = m • q

p1 − pm
x [ ± %] = • 100
pm

p2 − pm
= • 100
pm

suction side pressure side Diagram of mounting options:

Preferred installation configuration

with maximum damping effect
On the suction side and the pressure side Designations:
of piston pumps there are almost identical ∆V = fluctuating
conditions in terms of the irregularity of the fluid volume [l]
flow rate. Therefore, the same formulae for ∆V = m  q
determining the effective gas volume are
used to calculate the damper size. The fact q = stroke volume [l]
that two completely different damper types π • dκ 2
are ultimately used is due to the different q= • hκ
acceleration and pressure ratios on the 4
two sides. dk = piston diameter [dm]
When selecting the pulsation damper, it hk = piston stroke [dm]
Alternative installation configuration
is not only the gas volume V0 which is a m = amplitude factor using standard accumulator with a
decisive factor. The connection size of the ∆V T-piece with reduced damping effect
pump also has to be taken into account. m =
q
In order to avoid additional cross-section z = no. of
variations, which represent reflection compressions/
points for vibrations, and to keep pressure effective cylinders
drop to a reasonable level, the fitting cross- per revolution
section of the damper must be the same x = residual pulsation [± %]
as that of the pipeline.
κ = isentropic exponent
The gas volume V0 of the damper is
determined with the aid of the formula for Φ = pressure ratio of
pre-charge pressure to
adiabatic changes of state.
operating pressure [0.6 to 0.9]
By giving the residual pulsation or the
gas volume, the damper size can be p0
Φ=
dimensioned with the aid of the HYDAC pm
software ASP (Accumulator Simulation ∆p = amplitude of pressure fluctuations
Program). ∆p = p2 - p1 [bar]
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 Solution:
Isentropic exponent κ dependent on pressure and temperature:
a) Determining the required suction flow
stabiliser

ΔV
V0 = 1 1
κ κ

Φ Φ
−
x x
1− 1+
100 100
Isentropic exponent κ

π • 0,7 2
0,035• • 10
,
V0 = 4
1 1
1,4 1,4

0,6 0,6
−
2,5 2,5
1− 1+
100 100

V0 = 0.54 l
Selected: SB16S-12 with 1 litre gas
volume
b) Determining the
required pulsation damper

ΔV
V0 = 1 1
Temperature [°C] κ κ

Φ Φ
−
Amplitude factor (m) for piston pump: 3.1.1 Calculation example x x
1− 1+
m value Given parameters: 100 100
z single acting double acting Single-acting 3-piston pump
Piston diameter: 70 mm π • 0,7 2
1 0.548 0.206 0,035• • 10
,
Piston stroke: 100 mm 4
2 0.206 0.042 Drive speed: 370 rpm V0 = 1 1
3 0.035 0.018 Flow rate: 427 l/min 2,0 2,0

4 0.042 0.010 Operating temperature: 20 °C 0,7 0,7

Operating pressure −
5 0.010 0.007 – pressure side: 200 bar
0,5 0,5
1− 1+
6 0.018 0.005 – suction side: 4 bar 100 100
7 0.005
8 0.010 Required: V0 = 3.2 l
9 0.001 a) Suction flow stabiliser for a residual Selected: SB330P-4
Others on request pulsation of ±2.5 %
b) Pulsation damper for a residual
pulsation of ±0.5 %
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 Determining the required damper size
3.2. SHOCK ABSORBER The accumulator must absorb the kinetic
Pressure shock produced when a valve is closed without a hydraulic accumulator energy of the fluid by converting it into
potential energy within the pre-determined
pressure range. The change of state of the
gas is adiabatic in this case.
1
v = maximal m • ∆v² • 0,4 p κ
V0 = • 1
1−
1
p0
p2 κ
2 • p1 • − 1 • 10 2
p1

m [kg] = weight of the fluid

v = maximal in the pipeline
v [m/s] = change in velocity of
the fluid
PRESSURE SHOCK
p1 (bar) = zero head of the pump
P = maximal
p2 [bar] = perm. operating pressure
v=0 p0 [bar] = pre-charge pressure

A special calculation program for analysing

the pressure curve is available for manifold
sizing or sizing with regards to pump
failure or start-up.
v=0

v=0

Simplified pressure shock calculation for The pressure wave runs to the other end of
the closing of a valve the pipeline and will reach the valve again
Estimate of Joukowsky's max. after time t (reflection time), whereby:
occurring pressure shock 2•L
∆p[N/m²] = ρ • a • ∆v t [s] =
a
ρ [kg/m³] = fluid volume L [m] = length of the pipeline
∆v = v - v1 T [s] = eff. operating time
∆v = change in fluid velocity (closing) of the valve
v [m/s] = fluid velocity before the If T < t then:
change in its condition p = p1 + ∆p
max
v1 [m/s] = fluid velocity after the If T > t then:
change in its condition
t
a [m/s] = propagation velocity p = p1 + ρ • a • ∆v •
max
T
of pressure wave
1
a [m/s] =
1 D
ρ• +
K E• e
K [N/m²] = compression modulus
of the fluid
E [N/m²] = elasticity modulus
of the pipeline
D [mm] = internal diameter
of the pipeline
e [mm] = wall thickness
of the pipeline
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 3.2.1 Calculation example Solution:
Rapid closing of a shut-off valve in a Determination of reflection time:
re-fuelling line.
1
Given parameters: a=
1 D
Length of pipeline L: ρ• +
2000 m K E• e
1
Size of pipeline D: a=
250 mm 980 • 1 + 250
Wall thickness of pipeline e: . • 10 9 2.04 • 1011 • 6.3
162
6.3 mm
a = 1120 m/s
Material of the pipeline:
Steel 2 • L 2 • 2000
t = = = 3.575 s *
Flow rate Q: a 1120
432 m³/h = 0.12 m³/s * since T < t the max. pressure
Density of medium ρ: shock occurs and the formula
980 kg/m³ as shown in section 3.2.
Zero feed height of pump p1: must be used.
6 bar Q
Min. operating pressure pmin: v =
A
4 bar 0.12
Eff. closing time of valve T: v = = 2.45 m/s
1.5 s 0.25 2 • π 4
(approx. 20 % of total closing time)
Operating temperature: ∆p = ρ • a • ∆v
20 °C ∆p = 980 • 1120 • (2.45-0) •10-5
Compression modulus of fluid K: = 26.89 bar
1.62 × 109 N/m² pmax = p1 + ∆p
Elasticity modulus (steel) E: pmax = 6 + 26.89 = 32.89 bar
2.04 × 1011 N/m²
Determining the required
gas volume:
Required:
p 0 ≤ 0.9 • pmin
Size of the required shock absorber, when
the max. pressure (p2) must not exceed p 0 ≤ 0.9 • 5 = 4.5 bar
10 bar. 1
m • v 2 • 0.4 p1 κ
V0 = •
1−
1
p0
p2 κ
2 • p1 • − 1 • 10 2
p1

π
with m = V • ρ = • D 2 • L • ρ
4
π 1
• 0.25 2 • 2000 • 980 • 2.45 2 • 0.4 7 1.4
V0 = 4 •
1−
1
4.5
2 • 7 • 11
1. 4
− 1 • 10 2
7

V0 = 1641 l

Selected:
4 shock absorbers
SB35AH-450
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4. SPECIFICATIONS 4.1.7 Gas charging 4.1.9 Notice
Hydraulic accumulators must only be All work on HYDAC hydraulic dampers
4.1. EXPLANATIONS, NOTES charged with nitrogen. must only be carried out by suitably trained
4.1.1 Operating pressure Never use other gases. staff.
See table for relevant series (may differ Risk of explosion! Incorrect installation or handling can lead
from nominal pressure for foreign test In principle, only use nitrogen of at least to serious accidents.
certificates). Class 4.0 (filtration < 3 µm). The operating instructions must be
If other gases are to be used, please observed!
4.1.2 Permitted operating contact HYDAC for advice.
temperatures z Bladder accumulators
-10 °C ... 80 °C 4.1.8 Limits for gas pre-charge No. 3.201.BA
Standard design, others on request pressure z Diaphragm accumulators
Ratio of maximum operating pressure p2 to No. 3.100.BA
4.1.3 Nominal volume gas pre-charge pressure p0.
See table for relevant series z Piston accumulators
The specified values are maximum values No. 3.301.BA
4.1.4 Effective gas volume and must not be considered as referring to Further information such as accumulator
See table for relevant series, based on a permanent load. The tolerable pressure sizing, safety information and extracts from
nominal dimensions. This differs slightly ratio is influenced by the geometry, the acceptance specifications can be found
from the nominal volume and must be temperature, fluid and flow rate as well as in the following catalogue section:
used when calculating the effective fluid any gas losses due to physical properties.
volume. z HYDAC Accumulator Technology
See catalogue section: No. 3.000
For diaphragm accumulators, the effective z HYDAC Accumulator Technology
gas volume corresponds to the nominal Relevant PDF documents can be
No. 3.000 accessed at:
volume.
z Bladder accumulators www.hydac.com » Downloads »
4.1.5 Effective volume Low pressure Documents » Accumulator Division
Volume of fluid which is available between No. 3.202
the operating pressures p2 and p1. z Bladder accumulators
Standard design
No. 3.201

4.1.6 Working temperature and operating medium

The permitted working temperature of a hydraulic damper is dependent on the application limits of the metal materials and the
separation element. Outside this temperature range, special materials must be used. The operating medium must also be taken into
account.
The following table displays a selection of elastomer materials including max. temperature range and a rough overview of resistant and
non-resistant fluids. Please contact us for help in selecting a suitable elastomer.
Materials Temperature range Overview of the fluids 2)
Material code

Accumulator

Resistant to Not resistant to

type
1)

NBR Acrylonitrile 2 SB, -15 °C ... +  80 °C z Mineral oil (HL, HLP) z Aromatic hydrocarbons
butadiene SBO z Flame-retardant fluids from the z Chlorinated hydrocarbons
rubber 5 SB, -50 °C ... +  50 °C groups HFA, HFB, HFC (HFD-S)
SBO z Synthetic esters (HEES) z Amines and ketones
9 SB, -30 °C ... +  80 °C z Water z Hydraulic fluids from the group
SBO z Sea water HFD-R
z Fuels
ECO Ethylene oxide 3 SB -30 °C ... +120 °C z Mineral oil (HL, HLP) z Aromatic hydrocarbons
epichlorohydrin SBO -40 °C ... +120 °C z Flame-retardant fluids from the z Chlorinated hydrocarbons
rubber HFB group (HFD-S)
z Synthetic esters (HEES) z Amines and ketones
z Water z Hydraulic fluids from the group
z Sea water HFD-R
z Flame-retardant fluids from the
groups HFA and HFC
z Fuels
IIR Butyl rubber 4 SB -50 °C ... +100 °C z Hydraulic fluids from the group z Mineral oils and mineral greases
SBO -50 °C ... +120 °C HFD-R z Synthetic esters (HEES)
z Flame-retardant fluids from the z Aliphatic, chlorinated and
group HFC aromatic hydrocarbons
z Water z Fuels
FKM Fluorine rubber 6 SB, -10 °C ... +150 °C z Mineral oil (HL, HLP) z Amines and ketones
SBO z Hydraulic fluids from the group z Ammonia
HFD z Skydrol and HyJet IV
z Synthetic esters (HEES) z Steam
z Fuels
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z Aromatic hydrocarbons
z Inorganic acids
1)
See section 4.2. Model code, material code, accumulator bladder/ diaphragm
2)
Others available on request

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 4.2. MODEL CODE
Pulsation damper, suction flow stabiliser, shock absorber
Not all combinations are possible.
Order example. For further information, please contact HYDAC.
SB330  P – 10  A  1 / 112  U – 330  Al

Series
SB... = with bladder
SBO... = with diaphragm

Type code
A = shock absorber
AH = high flow shock absorber
P = pulsation damper
PH = high flow pulsation damper
S = suction flow stabiliser

Nominal volume [I]

Fluid Port
A = threaded connection
E = threaded connection for weld type construction (diaphragm accumulators only)
F = flange 1)
Type code
1 = standard design (not for screw type diaphragm accumulators or shock absorbers)
2 = back-up version 2)
6 = standard design for screw type diaphragm accumulators
of type SBO...P-...A6
7 = M28x1.5 gas valve (only for SB16/35)

Material code
dependent on operating medium
standard design = 112 for mineral oils

Fluid port
1 = carbon steel
2 = high tensile steel
3 = stainless steel 3)
4 = chemically nickel-plated (internal coating) 2)
6 = low temperature steel
7 = other materials

Accumulator shell
0 = plastic (internal coating) 2)
1 = carbon steel
2 = chemically nickel-plated (internal coating) 2)
4 = stainless steel 2) 3)
6 = low temperature steel
7 = other materials

Accumulator bladder 4) / diaphragm

2 = NBR 5)
3 = ECO
4 = IlR
5 = NBR 5)
6 = FKM
7 = other materials (e.g. PTFE, EPDM, ...)
9 = NBR 5)
Certification code
U = European Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)

Permitted operating pressure [bar]

Connection
Al = ISO 228 (BSP), standard connection
Bl = DIN 13 to ISO 965/1 (metric) 1)
Cl = ANSI B1.1 (UNF thread, sealing to SAE standard) 1)
Dl = ANSI B1.20 (NPT thread) 1)
SBO250P-0.075E1 and for SBO210P-0.16E1:
AK = ISO 228 (BSP), standard connection
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1)
Specify full details of version
2)
Not available for all versions
3)
Dependent on type and pressure rating
4)
When ordering a spare bladder, please state diameter of the smallest shell port
5)
Observe temperature ranges, see section 4.1.6

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 4.3. DIMENSIONS AND SPARE PARTS
4.3.1 Pulsation damper bladder accumulator

SB330/550P(PH)-...

Dimensions SB
Carbon steel, NBR
Nominal Series 3) Max. operating Part no. Eff. A B ØD E H J 1) Weight
volume pressure gas Thread
(PED) volume
[l] [bar] [l] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] ISO 228 [kg]
SB330P   330 296114   365   80 118   57  11
 1  1 120 G 1 1/4
SB550P   550 3435597 3)  384   70 121  53  13
SB330P   330 3078967  2.4   570   80 118   57   16
 2.5
SB550P   550 3576155 3)  2.5   589   70 121 120  53 G 1 1/4   20
SB330P 3121155  455   80   57  18
 4   330   3.7 171
SB330PH –   491 100 150  85 G 1 1/2   26
 5 SB550P   550 4313259 3)   4.9   917   70 121  53   26
120 G 1 1/4
SB330P 3140558   559   80   57   20
 6   5.7 171
SB330PH –   593 G 1 1/2  28
  330 100  85
SB330P 3082257   620 G 1 1/2   40
10   9.3
SB330PH –   652 130x140 100 SAE 2" - 6000 psi   50
13 SB330P 2107871 12   712  48
100  85 G 1 1/2
SB330P   330 3084825   920 150   70
20 18.4 229
SB330PH –   952 130x140 100 SAE 2" - 6000 psi   80
24 SB330P 3152980 23.6   986  82
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100  85 G 1 1/2

SB330P   330 3121154 1445 100
32 33.9
SB330PH – 1475 130x140 100 SAE 2" - 6000 psi 110
1)
Standard connection code = AI, others on request
2)
Special/welded version, on request
3)
Material code (MC) = 212, see model code, section 4.2.

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 Spare parts Description Item Description Item
Bladder assembly Connection assembly
SB...P consisting of: consisting of:
Bladder 2 Oil valve body 9
Gas valve insert* 3 Valve plate 10
Lock nut 4 Damping bush 11
Seal cap 5 Lock nut 12
Protective cap 6 Valve spring 13
O-ring 7 Anti-extrusion ring* 14
Seal kit Washer 15
consisting of: O-ring 16
O-ring 7 Spacer 17
Washer 15 Groove nut 19
O-ring 16 Support ring 23
Support ring 23 (only for 330 bar)
O-ring 27 O-ring 27
O-ring 47 Connector 44
O-ring 48 Guide piece 45
* Available separately Cap 46
Accumulator shell (item 1) and company label (item 8) not
available as a spare part O-ring 47
O-ring 48
Locking key 88
* Available separately
NBR, carbon steel
Standard gas valve
Volume Bladder assembly Seal kit
[l] SB330P/SB400P SB550P
 1   237624
 2.5   236171
 4   236046 357055 2106402
 5   240917
 6 2112097
10   236088
13   376249
20   236089 357058 357061
24   376253
32  235335
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 4.3.2 Pulsation dampers diaphragm accumulator

SBO...P...E (welded) SBO...P...A6 (screwed)

Dimensions SBO

Nominal Series and Max. operating A B ØD E H J Weight

volume connection type 1) pressure (PED) thread
Carbon Stainless
[l] steel [bar] steel [bar] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] ISO 228 [kg]
0.075 SBO250P-...E1...AK 250 – 131 –   64  Hex.   0.9
13 G 1/4
0.16 SBO210P-...E1...AK 180 143 –   74 41  1
0.32 210 160 175   93   2.6
SBO210P-...E1...Al 50   80 25 G 1/2
0.5 – 192 105  3
0.6 SBO330P-...E1...Al 330 – 222 115   5.6
0.75 SBO210P-...E1...Al 210 140 217 121  5.1
1 SBO200P-...E1...Al 200 – 231 136  6
SBO140P-...E1...Al 140 – 244 145   6.2
1.4 SBO210P-...E1...Al 210 – 250 150   7.7
SBO250P-...E1...Al 250 – 255 60 153 105 30 G1  8.2
SBO100P-...E1...Al 100 100 261 160   6.3
2
SBO210P-...E1...Al 210 – 267 167   8.9
3.5 SBO250P-...E1...Al 250 – 377 170 13.5
SBO50P-...E1...Al   50 368 158   7.9
4 –
SBO250P-...E1...Al 180 377 170 13.5
115  5.2
0.25 SBO500P-...A6...Al 500 350 162 50   80 G 1/2
(125) (6.3)
25
140   8.9
0.6 SBO450P-...A6...Al 450 250 202   95
(142) (9.1)
1.3 SBO400P-...A6...Al 400 – 267 199 13.8
2 SBO250P-...A6...Al 250 180 285 60 201 G1 15.6
105 30
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2.8 – 308 252 24.6

SBO400P-...A6...Al 400
4 – 325 287 36.6
1)
Standard connection code = AK or AI, others on request
( ) Brackets indicate different dimensions for stainless steel version

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 Spare parts SBO...P...A6
SBO...P...E
1
2 1
2

3 3

Description Item Description Item

Charging screw 1 Charging screw 1
Seal ring 2 Seal ring 2
Seal ring 3 Seal ring 3
Diaphragm 4
Support ring 5
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 4.3.3 Pulsation damper for aggressive media Spare parts

SBO...P-...A6/347...(PTFE) SBO...P-...A6/347...(PTFE)

1
2

Pulsation damper in stainless steel with PTFE-coated diaphragm. Description Item

Also available without connection block.
Permitted operating temperature: Charging screw 1
-15 °C ... +80 °C Seal ring 2
Permitted pressure ratio p2 : p0 = 2 : 1 Seal ring 3
Dimensions
Diaphragm 4
Nominal Max. Part no. A B ØD E H J 1) Weight
volume operating Thread
pressure
(PED)
[l] [bar] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] ISO 228 [kg]
  40 4328332 140 210 11
0.2
250 4328333 197 230 27
60 105 30 G1
  40 3091224 165 210 12
0.5
250 3091221 200 230 26
1)
Standard connection code = AI, others on request

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 SBO...(P)-...A4/777... (PVDF/PTFE) Spare parts

Figure 1 SBO...(P)-...A4/777... (PVDF/PTFE)

Figure 2

Description Item
Gas valve assembly 1
Gas valve insert brass / stainless 2
steel
Diaphragm 3
Relevant operating instructions are
available on request.

Pulsation damper in PVDF with PTFE-coated diaphragm.

Permitted operating temperature:
-10 °C ... +65 °C
Permitted pressure ratio p2 : p0 = 2 : 1
Dimensions
Nominal Max. operating Part no. ØD H H1 Weight Figure
volume pressure
(PED)
[l] [bar] [mm] [mm] [mm] [kg]
0.08 12 3655864 115   94 15 1.5 1
10 – 128 20 5.7
0.2 16 –
130 18 6.4
25 3357658
182 2
10 – 168 20 6
0.5 16 –
170 19 6.8
25 3357657
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SB16S

Dimensions
SB16S Description Item
Perm. operating pressure 16 bar (PED)
Accumulator bladder 2
Nominal Fluid Eff. gas A B ØD H DN* Weight
volume volume volume Gas valve insert 3
Anti-extrusion ring 9
[l] [l] [l] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [kg]
 12  12  1   580   40 O-ring 11
425 219 220   65
 25  25  2.5 1025   60 Insertion ring, 2x 18
  40   40  4   890 540 300 250   80  85 Locking screw 21
100 100 10 1150 650 406 350 100 140 Seal ring 22
400 400 35 2050 870 559 400 125 380
Seal cap 25
Further pressure ratings 25 bar, 40 bar; others on request.
Other fluid volumes on request O-ring 27
* To EN1092-1/11 /B1/PN16 Seal ring 28
Locking screw 29
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 5. SILENCER 5.2. SIZING
5.1. APPLICATION Universal broadband silencer
Silencer for fluid noise damping Series SD330, SD280K
Type SD...
With the aid of a few details (max. pressure and nominal flow), the
appropriate silencer type for the particular application can easily
be chosen by using the following pressure/flow rate matrix.

p [bar]
350

SD330-4.7 SD330-4.7 SD330-4.7

300
Pressure

250 ½ ISO
¾ ISO
1̎ ISO

1¼ ISO 1½ 2̎
SAE SAE SAE
ISO
SAE
SAE SAE
210
200

150

100 SD330-4.7 SD330-4.7 SD330-4.7

Time AF; FK AG; FL FM
black = without silencer 50 SD280K-0.4 SD280K-2.4 SD280K-2.4 SD280K-4.4 SD280K-4.4
red = with silencer AF; FG* AD; FH* AE; FI* AF; FK* AG; FL* FM*

0
0 54 96 150 200 235 339 386
5.1.1 General Q [l/min] @ vmax 8 m/s

All displacement pumps, such as axial and radial piston pumps, *S

 D280K model: ISO connection can be converted to an SAE flange connection
vane, gear or screw pumps produce volume and pressure (see section 5.4.2)
fluctuations which are exhibited as vibrations and noises. Noises
are not only generated and transmitted by the pump. They are
also the result of mechanical vibrations and vibrations caused by Example of the selection process:
the fluid pulsations, which are amplified when transmitted to larger Max. operating pressure p = 210 bar
surfaces. Insulation, the use of flexible hoses and silencer covers Flow rate Q = 200 l/min
can only provide partial solutions to the problem as they do not
The following versions can be selected, depending on the
prevent transmission to other areas.
connection system available:
5.1.2 Applications z SD330-4.7…AF/AF
Vehicles, machine tools, plastics machinery, aeroplanes, ships, z SD330-4.7…FK/FK
hydraulic power stations and other systems with a large "surface"
z SD280K-4.4…AF/AF
are all applications where the noise level can be reduced.
→ with SAE adapter (section 5.4.2), can be converted to FK/FK
5.1.3 Mode of operation
The HYDAC fluid SILENCER is based on the principle of an Customer-specific versions
expansion chamber with interference line.
For special applications, the HYDAC SILENCER can be
By reflecting the oscillations within the silencer the majority of the dimensioned to suit the application.
oscillations are dampened across a wide frequency spectrum.
This can be done on the basis of a piston accumulator or a
5.1.4 Design diaphragm accumulator.
The SILENCER consists of a housing, an internal tube and two The starting point for the selection table is to determine the level
pipe connections on opposite sides. It has no moving parts and no of transmission damping D from 20 dB upwards.
gas charge and is therefore absolutely maintenance free.
The SILENCER can be used for mineral oils, phosphate ester and ∆po
D = 20 • log
water glycol. A stainless steel model is available for other fluids. ∆pm
5.1.5 Installation
∆po = amplitude of pressure fluctuations without silencer
It is recommended that one connection side is joined via a flexible
hose in order to reduce the transmission of mechanical vibrations. ∆pm = amplitude of pressure fluctuations with silencer
The damper can be installed in any position. When selecting the damper the following has to be taken into
5.1.6 Permitted operating temperatures account:
-20 °C ... +80 °C 1) the size of the silencer body
5.1.7 Notice 2) the fundamental frequency f of the pump
All work on HYDAC silencers must only be carried out by suitably f = i • n / 60 in Hz
trained staff. i = number of displacement elements
Incorrect installation or handling can lead to serious accidents. n = rotational speed in rpm
The operating instructions must be observed! By calculating the fundamental frequency and using the system
No. 3.701.BA data (e.g. pipe length, ball valves, pressure, temperature, etc.) we
Further information such as accumulator sizing, safety information can determine the correct size of silencer for you.
and extracts from the acceptance specifications can be found in Use the specification sheet to provide the required data quickly
the following catalogue section: and conveniently on a PC and send it to us.
z HYDAC Accumulator Technology See www.hydac.com or catalogue section:
No. 3.000 z HYDAC Accumulator Technology
Relevant PDF documents can be accessed at: No. 3.000
www.hydac.com » Downloads » Documents » Accumulator
Division
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Not all combinations are possible.
Order example. For further information, please contact HYDAC.

SD330    – 4,7 / 412  U – 330  FK1/FK2

Series
Type code*
No details = forged housing
K = piston accumulator base shell
M = diaphragm accumulator base shell
Nominal volume [l]
Silencer type*
0 = without pipe
4 = universal broadband silencer
Housing material*
1 = carbon steel
3 = stainless steel
Sealing material
0 = no seal
2 = NBR (-20 °C ... +80 °C)
Certification code*
U = European Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
Permitted operating pressure [bar]
Connections
See section 5.4.
e.g. FK1 – version 1 with SAE J 518 1 1/4
FK2 – version 2 with SAE J 518 1 1/4

* Others on request

5.4. DIMENSIONS, STANDARD TYPES

The following connections are available as standard:
Series ISO 228 compliant threaded connection SAE J 518 compliant flange connection
G SAE
3/8 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 2
AB AC AD AE AF AG FG FH FI FK FL FM
SD330 l l l l l
SD280K* l l l l l l l l l l l
* Can be converted to an SAE flange connection, relevant information is highlighted in grey (see section 5.4.2)
With any connection type, care must be taken to ensure that the silencer has enough mechanical support.
Mounting elements can be found in the following catalogue section:
z Mounting elements for hydraulic accumulators
No. 3.502

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 5.4.1 SD330

ISO 228 compliant threaded connection A

L 420 L
155

168
G2

G2
D

D
A

A
Series Vol. Perm. operating A L D* Weight Part no.
pressure ISO 228
[l] [bar] [mm] [mm] [kg]
AF/AF G 1 1/4 31 25 14.8 4390237
SD330 4.7 330
AG/AG G 1 1/2 31 32 15.8 4388045
* Smallest internal diameter

SAE J 518 compliant flange connection F

L2 420 L1
155
168
G2

G2
D

D
F

version 2 version 1
e.g. FK2 e.g. FK1

Series Vol. Perm. operating F L2 L1 D* Weight Part no.

pressure SAE J 518 for FK2 for FK1
[l] [bar] [mm] [mm] [mm] [kg]
FK2/FK2 SAE 1 1/4 31 – 25 16.9 4413180
FK1/FK2 SAE 1 1/4 31 76 25 15.9 4402764
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FL2/FL2 SAE 1 1/2 36 – 30 18.2 4390978

SD330 4.7 330
FL1/FL2 SAE 1 1/2 36 76 30 16.8 4413183
FM2/FM2 SAE 2 41 – 32 22 4413377
FM1/FM2 SAE 2 41 93 32 19.2 4413381
* Smallest internal diameter

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D1
D1
D2
A

A
Series Vol. Perm. operating A D2* D2 L Weight Part no.
pressure ISO 228
[l] [bar] [mm] [mm] [mm] [kg]
0.4 300 AC/AC G 1/2 12   60 250  2.4 4402343
AD/AD G 3/4 16 4392308
2.4 300 120 383 14.5
SD280K AE/AE G1 20 4392310
AF/AF G 1 1/4 25 4392311
4.4 280 150 445 26
AG/AG G 1 1/2 32 4392312
* Smallest internal diameter

SAE adapter for SD280K

There is an option to convert the
ISO 228 threaded connection on the
SD280K model to an SAE J 518 flange
connection. This applies to 3000 PSI as
well as 6000 PSI.

A
L

AF
SW

Series Vol. SD280K Connection SAE adapter

Part no. recoding Accumulator Adapter L Weight Part no. AF
connection A connection
[l] ISO 228 SAE J 518 [mm] [kg]
0.4 4402343 AC → FG G 1/2 SAE 1/2 18 0.3 4437591  55
4392308 AD → FH G 3/4 SAE 3/4 21 0.53 4416007   65
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4392310 AE → FI G1 SAE 1 24 0.85 4416008   70
SD280K
4392311 AF → FK G 1 1/4 SAE 1 1/4 28 1.41 4416009  85
4.4 AG → FL G 1 1/2 SAE 1 1/2 28 1.86 4416010 100
4392312
AG → FM G 1 1/2 SAE 2 38 3.42 4416011 110

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5.5.1 Spare parts
NBR, others on request
Designation Part no.
Seal kit SD280K NBR 4416121

5.5.2 Mounting elements

The following table lists the recommended mounting clamps. The choice of clamp depends on the external diameter of the silencer (for
more information on mounting elements see section 5.4.).
Designation Part no. Series
SD330 SD280K
4.7 0.4 2.4 4.4
HyRac 167-175/178 H5 ST   445043 l
HRGKSM 0 R 58-61/62 ST 3018442 l
HRGKSM 1 R 119-127/124 ST   444505 l
HRGKSM 1 R 146-154/151 ST  444321 l

6. NOTE
The information in this brochure relates
to the operating conditions and fields of
application described. For applications
and/or operating conditions not described,
please contact the relevant technical
department. Subject to technical
modifications.

HYDAC Technology GmbH

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Tel.: 0049 (0) 68 97 / 509 - 01
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Internet: www.hydac.com
E-mail: [email protected]
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