Vickers®

Directional Controls

Solenoid Operated Directional Valves

DG4V-3 flows to 80 l/min (21 USgpm), 6* design
DG4V-3S flows to 40 l/min (10.5 USgpm), 6* design
ISO 4401, size 03; ANSI/B93.7M-D03

Rev 05/98 GB-C-2015

Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Functional Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Model Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operating Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Performance Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installation Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

DG4V-3-*A(L)-(V)M-S6-U-**-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S3-FPA5W-*2-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S4-FPA5W-*2-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S5-F-*2-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Electrical Plugs and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Subplates, Connection Plates and Mounting Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

DGMA-3-B-1* Blanking Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

DGMA-3-C2-11 Crossover Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
DGMA-3-T*-1*-* Tapping Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
DGAM-3-01-1*-R (Metric bolt tapping) DGAM-3-01-1* (UNC bolt tapping) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Adaptor plate, Size 05 to 03 for pressure up to 210 bar (3000 psi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
DGVM-3-1*-*, DGMS-3-1E(Y)-1*-* Single station subplate, rear and side tapped port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
DGMS-3-3E-1*-* Multi-station subplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Mounting Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Mounting Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Spare Parts Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Seal Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Solenoid Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Mass, approx. kg (lb) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Mounting Attitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Temperature Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Fluid Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Fluid Cleanliness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Ordering Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Introduction
General description  Increases system efficiency; the result DG4V-3 and DG4V-3S
of improved manufacture of spools High and standard performance
These solenoid operated directional and bores. models:
control valves are for directing and
stopping flow at any point in a hydraulic  Installation flexibility resulting from
 Up to 80 l/min (21 USgpm) and up to
system. This 60-design series has been choice of numerous combinations of
40 l/min (10.5 USgpm) respectively at
specially designed and developed to solenoid connectors and locations.
350 bar (5000 psi).
cover expanded demands in the  Multi-fluid capability without need to
industry as well as the many traditional change seals.  Builds on Vickers experience as the
uses of the earlier designs. Some of the major supplier of size 03 valves
more important benefits to users are  Higher sustained machine productivity worldwide.
outlined. and higher uptime because of proven
 Offers designers the opportunity to
fatigue life and endurance, tested over
 Efficient control of greater hydraulic 20 million cycles.
select the optimum value package for
powers without increasing solenoid each application.
power consumption.  Solenoid coils can be changed quickly
 International standard interface. The
and easily without leakage from
 Installed cost and space savings from valve mounting face conforms to ISO
hydraulic system.
higher power/weight-and-size ratios. 4401, size 03 and is compatible with
 Compact, cost effective system design related international standards.
when used with Vickers SystemStak
valves and subplates.

Features and Benefits

 High pressure and flow Highly reliable operation up to 80 l/min

capabilities, thanks to special (21 USgpm) at 350 bar (5000 psi).
design features Establishes new market standards and
opens new possibilities to design
engineers on valve size selection.

Flow rate (USgpm)

Pressure differential (psi)

Pressure differential (bar)

0 4 8 12 16 20 21
400
5000
300 4000
Typical maximum 200 3000
pressure differential 2000
100 1450
(P-A-B-T) flow 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
envelope, blocked Flow rate (l/min)
center spool. DG4V-3S
DG4V-3

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Features and Benefits

 Minimal pressure drop, i.e.  High reliability  Scratch-proof manual

2,5 bar (36 psi) at 30 l/min override seal
(7.9 USgpm) Design of spring forces and profile of
DC solenoid force characteristics ensure Internal seals are located such that they
Achieved by optimization of the valve spool position selection under extreme are beyond reach of any bore damage
body, spool and spool-stroke design. operating conditions. Result is a valve caused by small tools used to operate
The results: low energy consumption with high reliability when being the manual override.
and improved efficiency. energized or de-energied.
Result is no messy oil drips from the
manual overrides.
Pressure Pressure Performance leader
differential differential
bar psi Small diameter manual overrides
Flow rate (USgpm)
prevent inadvertent operation.
0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 Vickers
14 200
solenoid force
12
DG4V-3 – High Performance
Normal solenoid
10 150 force range on
the market
Force

8
100
6
4 50 Vickers spring
2 force
0 0 Normal spring
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
force range on
Flow rate (l/min)
the market
DG4V-3S
Solenoid Solenoid
DG4V-3 energized de-energized

DG4V-3S – Standard Performance

P
A  Electrical connections
B
T Conduit box design that simplifies
electrical wiring connections to
Mounting surface to solenoids. Orientation tabs prevent
ISO 4401 size 03 incorrect positioning.

 Ease of servicing

Wet-armature solenoid, screw-in core

 Surge supression for DC valves
tube design allows coils to be changed
without removing valve from installation Surge suppression is used to prevent coil
and without oil spillage or risk of damage by reducing contact burnoff –
contaminating system fluid. increasing switch life – and protecting
electrical controllers from inductive spikes.
Three coil options are available:
D1 – Encapsulated diode
(Industrial application)
D2 – Encapsulated diode
(Mobile application)
D7 – Transzorb type

ISO4400 (DIN 43650) coil shown

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 Characteristics
High performance DG4V-3, 6* design
Standard performance DG4V-3S, 6* design
Mounting interface Temperature limits
ISO 4401 size 03 Minimum ambient . . . . . . -20C (-4F)
ANSI/B93.7M size D03
Maximum ambient
CETOP RP65H, size 3
Valves with coils listed in model code
DIN 24340, NG6
and at stated percentages of rated
voltage.
Basic characteristics
Maximum pressure: Construction of a typical
DG4V-3 350 bar (5075 psi) single solenoid model
DG4V-3S 350 bar (5075 psi)
Maximum flow:
DG4V-3 up to 80 l/min (21 USgpm)
DG4V-3S up to 40 l/min (10.5 USgpm)

DG4V-3 models are direct solenoid

operated four-way directional control
valves.Their primary function in a
hydraulic circuit is to direct fluid flow. This,
in turn, would determine the direction of
movement of a fluid cylinder, or the
direction of rotation of a fluid motor.
Fluid temperature
Port connections are made by mounting
the valve on a subplate or manifold. The Fluid Mineral Water-
valve has wet armature type solenoids. Temp. oil containing

Min –20C (-4F) +10C (+50F)

Electrical connections to the valve are Max.* +70C (+158F) +54C (+129F)
made in the electrical wiring housing or
thru various plug-in connectors such as * To obtain optimum service life from
a DIN 43650 type coil both fluid and hydraulic system, 65C
(150F) normally is the maximum
temperature except for water-
Good hydraulic design practice containing fluids.
suggests that detented models be
mounted with longitudinal axis Coil type and Percentage Maximum ambient temperature
horizontal. Other models may be frequency voltage DG4V-3 DG4V-3S
mounted in any position. Dual frequency coils
@ 50 Hz 107% 40C (104F) 65C (149F)
Operating considerations @ 50 Hz 110% 30C (86F) 65C (149F)
1. Dependent on the application and the @ 60 Hz 107% 50C (122F) 65C (149F)
system filtration, any sliding spool @ 60 Hz 110% 40C (104F) 65C (149F)
valve if held shifted under pressure
for long periods of time, may stick Single frequency (50 Hz) coils
and not move readily due to fluid @ 50 Hz 110% 40C (104F) 65C (149F)
residue formation. It may therefore DC coils 110% 70C (158F) 70C (158F)
need to be cycled periodically to
prevent this from happening. For synthetic fluids consult manufacturer
or Vickers representative where limits
2. Surges of fluid in a common tank line are outside those for mineral oil.
serving two or more valves can be of
sufficient magnitude to cause Whatever the actual temperature range,
inadvertent shifting of these valves. ensure that viscosities stay within the
This is particularly critical in no-spring limits specified in the “Hydraulic fluids”
detented models, separate drain lines section.
are necessary.

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Functional Symbols

U.S. solenoid standard

Spool types shown represent the Double solenoid valves, Single solenoid valves, Single solenoid valves,
highest proportion of market two position, detented solenoid at port A end solenoid at port B end
requirements. For other spool functions A B A B A B
that may be required, consult your
VIckers sales representative.
Sol. B P T Sol. A Sol. B P T P T Sol. A
Solenoids identified to U.S. Double solenoid valves,
standards spring centered
A B
Functional symbols related to solenoid
identity “A” and/or “B” according to Sol. B P T Sol. A
NFPA/ANSI standards, i.e. energizing Transient condition only
solenoid “A” gives flow P to A, solenoid
The valve function schematics apply to both U.S. and European valves.
“B” gives flow P to B (as applicable).
DG4V-3(S)-*N(V) DG4V-3(S)-*A(V) DG4V-3(S)-*AL(V)

2 0 0
Port P
Port A
2 2
Solenoid Solenoid 22 22

Port B 24 24
Port T
DG4V-3(S)-*C(V) DG4V-3(S)-*B/F(V) DG4V-3(S)-*BL/FL(V)

0 0 0
Solenoid For spool type Solenoid
B All except “8” A 2 2 2

A “8” only B 6  6 6

66 66 66
For valves with type “8” spools, solenoid
identity to U.S. convention is the same as for 7 7 7
European convention.
22 22 22

33 33 33

Solenoids identified to European 34 34 34
standards (specify “V” in model code)
52 521 52

Functional symbols related to solenoid

56 561 56
identity “A” and/or “B” according to
European convention i.e. solenoid “A”
DG4V-3(S)-8C(V) DG4V-3(S)-8BL(V) DG4V-3(S)-8B(V)
adjacent to “A” port, solenoid “B” adjacent
to “B” port of valve. 8 8 8

Port P European solenoid standard

Port A
Double solenoid valves, Single solenoid valves, Single solenoid valves,
two position, detented solenoid at port A end solenoid at port B end
Solenoid Solenoid A B A B A B
A B

Port B Sol. A P T Sol. B Sol. A P T P T Sol. B

Port T
Double solenoid valves,
spring centered
A B
 For differences in valve function, refer to
Performance Data page 11.
 F build spools. Sol. A P T Sol. B
Transient condition only

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Model Code

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

1 Model series 7 Flag symbol 13 Solenoid indicator lights

D– Directional valve M – Electrical options and features Not available on PA, KU, U, SP1& SP2
G– Subplate/manifold mounted
4– Solenoid operated 8 Spool indicator switch 14 Coil rating
V– Pressure rating 350 bar (5075 psi)
Available on high performance models, Full power coils, see “Operating Data”.
on P, A & B ports
DG4V-3, only. Omit when not required. A – 110V AC 50Hz
2 Standard or high performance B – 110V AC 50Hz/120V AC 60 Hz
DG4V-3-*A(L)-(V)M models with type U C – 220V AC 50 Hz
3 – High performance specification: (ISO4400) electrical connector to D – 220V AC 50 Hz/240V AC 60 Hz
up to 80 l/min (21 USgpm) at solenoid; spool type 0, 2 or 22 only: G – 12V DC
350 bar (5075 psi) S6 – LVDT type DC switch with Pg7 H – 24V DC
3S – Standard performance specification: connector plug.
For DG4V-3 only (not usable with
up to 40 l/min (10.5 USgpm) at DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S*-FPA5W DG4V-3S):
350 bar (5075 psi) valves with mechanical type AC () Low power coils, see “Operating Data”.
switch, wired to 5-pin receptacle: (Not available with “N” – No-spring
3 Spool type S3 – Switch, wired normally open detented models)
See “Functional symbols” section. S4 – Switch, wired normally closed BL – 110V 50 Hz/120V 60 Hz
DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S5-F(T)W/J DL – 220V AC 50 Hz/240V AC 60 Hz
4 Spool spring arrangement valves with mechanical type AC () switch: GL – 12V DC
S5 – Switch, free leads HL – 24V DC
A – Spring offset, end-to-end  For 60 Hz or dual frequency
AL – Same as “A” but left hand build
9 Coil type Contact your Vickers representative for additional
B – Spring offset, end to center coil voltage options
BL – Same as “B” but left hand build U – ISO 4400 (DIN 43650) mounting
C – Spring centered U1– Connector fitted 15 Port T code
F – Spring offset, shift to center U6 – Connector fitted w/lights
FL – Same as “F” but left hand build Refer to “Operating Data” for port T
U11 – Connector fitted w/rectifier & lights** pressure ratings.
N – No-spring detented U12 –Connector fitted w/rectifier** 2 – 10 bar (150 psi) for spool position
5 Manual override option F – 1/2 NPT thread conduit box indicator models S3, S4 and S5.
KU – Top exit flying leads* 4 – 70 bar (1000 psi)
No symbol – Plain override(s) in SP1 – Single 6,3 mm spade* 5 – 100 bar (1500 psi) for standard
solenoid end(s) only SP2 – Dual 6,3 mm spade* performance models, DG4V-3S,
H – Water-resistant override(s) on X1 – Flame resistant solenoids with AC or DC solenoids.
solenoid end(s) TP EEx-d-11B-T4 6 – 207 bar (3000 psi) for AC high
H2 – Water-resistant override both X2 – Hazardous location solenoids to performance models, DG4V-3,
ends of solenoid. meet UL & CSA approval including spool position indicator
P2 – Plain override both ends of single X3 – Special protection solenoids to type S6.
solenoid. BASEEFA standar SFA009:1972, 7 – 207 bar (3000 psi) for DC high
Y – Latching manual override on protection class EX-S-11-T4 performance models, DG4V-3,
solenoid ends (includes “H”  Female connector to be supplied by customer including spool position indicator
feature seal) * DC service only type S6.
Z – No overrides at either end ** AC service only
No override in non-solenoid end of 10 Electrical connector 16 Design number
single solenoid valves
T– Wired terminal block 60 – Basic design
 Not available on DG4V-3S, AC models 61 – Type 8 spool
PA – Instaplug male receptacle only
PB – Instaplug male & female receptacle 17 Special features
6 Solenoid energization identity PA3– Three pin connector
V – Solenoid “A” is at port “A” end and/ PA5 – Five pin connector “EN***” code number assigned as
or solenoid “B” is at port “B” required.
11 Housing (F type coils only) EN21 – CSA approved models with
end, independent of spool type
1/2” NPT entry conduit box, type FW
Omit for U.S. ANSI B93.9 standard W – 1/2” NPT thread wiring housing
and solenoid coil letter B,D,G, or H.
requiring solenoid “A’’ energization to J – 20 mm thread wiring housing
connect P to A and/or solenoid “B’’ to 12 Surge suppressor/damper 18 Port restrictor plugs
connect P to B, independent of
For details of plug orifice sizes and how
solenoid location. D1 – Encapsulated diode to specify in model code see page 15.
(Industrial applications) May be fitted to valves by agreement
NOTE: Type “8” spool valves conform to
both U.S. and European solenoid
D2 – Encapsulated diode with your Vickers representative.
designations. When ordering an “8” spool,
(Mobile applications)
D7 – Transzorb type Omit – No restrictor plugs fitted
designate a “V” in the model code.
(F,KU,U,SP1,SP2 only)

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Operating Data

Performance data is typical with fluid at 36cSt (168 SUS) and 50°C (122°F).
Feature Standard performance valve High performance valve
DG4V-3S DG4V-3
Pressure limits:
P, A and B ports 350 bar (5075 psi) 350 bar (5075 psi)
T port:
Spool indicator switch models
Types S3, S4, S5 N/A 10 bar (145 psi)
Type S6 N/A 210 bar (3045 psi)
All other models 100 bar (1450 psi) 210 bar (3045 psi)
Flow rating See performance data See performance data
Relative duty factor Continuous; ED = 100% Continuous; ED = 100%
Type of protection:
ISO 4400 coils with plug fitted correctly IEC 144 class IP65 IEC 144 class IP65
SP1 – Single spade 6,3 mm IEC 760 IEC 760
SP2 – Dual spade 6,3 mm IEC 760 IEC 760
Coil winding Class H Class H
Lead wires (coils type F***) Class H Class H
Coil encapsulation Class F Class F
Permissable voltage fluctuation:
Maximum Refer to temperature limits. Refer to temperature limits.
Minimum 90% rated 90% rated
Typical response times at 100% rated volts
measured from application/removal of
voltage to full spool displacement of “2C”
spool at:
Flow rate P-A, B-T 20 l/min (5.3 USgpm) 40 l/min (10.6 USgpm)
Pressure 175 bar (2537 psi) 175 bar (2537 psi)
AC () energizing 18 ms 15 ms
AC () de–energizing 32 ms 23 ms
DC (=) energizing 60 ms 45 ms
DC (=) de–energizing 40 ms 28 ms
Power consumption, AC solenoids Initial Holding Initial Holding
(for coils listed in model code). VA (RMS) VA (RMS VA (RMS) VA (RMS)
Full power coils:
Single frequency coils AC 50 Hz 225 39 265 54
Dual frequency coils at 50 Hz 265 49 280 61
Dual frequency coils at 60 HZ 260 48 300 58
Low power coils, “BL” and “DL”:
(Not available with “N” – No-spring Low power coils not usable 170 37
detented models) with DG4V-3S valves. 190 37
Dual frequency coils at 50 Hz
Dual frequency coils at 60 Hz
Power consumption, DC solenoids at
rated voltage and 20C (68F).
Full power coils:
12V, model type “G” 30W – 30W –
24V, model type “H” 30W – 30W –
Low power coils:
12V, model type “GL” Low power coils not usable 18W –
24V, model type “HL” with DG4V-3S valves. 18W –
For applications where valves are to 1st half cycle; armature fully retracted.
remain pressurized (either energized
or de-energized) at pressures over
210 bar (3045 psi) without frequent
switching, it is recommended to use
the high performance model, DG4V-3.

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Operating Data

Spool Position Indicator Models, high performance valve DG4V-3 ONLY

Spool/spring arrangement types 0A (L), 2A(L), 22A(L)
DC model type “S6” (see page 15 for Installation Dimension)

This product has been designed and tested to meet specific standards outlined in the European Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (EMC) 89/336/EEC, amended by 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, article 5. For instructions on installation
requirements to achieve effective protection levels see this leaflet and the Installation Wiring Practices for Vickers Electronic
Products leaflet 2468. Wiring practices relevant to this Directive are indicated by Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) .

Input:
Supply voltage 10 to 35V DC inclusive of a maximum 4V pk-to-pk ripple
Current, switch open 5 mA
Current, switch closed 255 mA
Output:
Voltage 1V below input at maximum load
Maximum continuous current 250 mA
Maximum load impedance 136Ω at maximum input volts
Maximum switching frequency 10 Hz
Plug connections:
Pin 1 (output 1) Normally open (ie. not connected to pin 3)
Pin 2 Supply +ve
Pin 3 0V
Pin 4 (output 2) Normally closed (ie.connected to pin 3)
Switching point Within the spool spring offset condition 
Connector Pg7 plug (supplied with valve)
Protection Overload and short-circuit protected; self re-setting.
IEC 144 class IP65 with connector correctly fitted.
 Factory setting ensures this condition under all combinations of manufacturing tolerance and of temperature drift (see “Temperature Limits”) .

Wiring Connections Warning

All power must be switched off before
connecting or disconnecting any plugs
Electric
panel

LVDT Solenoid
Customer’s protective ground connection

WARNING: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

It is necessary to ensure that the unit is wired up in accordance with the connection arrangements shown above. For
effective protection the user’s electrical cabinet, the valve subplate or manifold and the cable screens should be
connected to efficient ground points.
In all cases both valve and cable should be kept as far away as possible from any sources of electromagnetic
radiation such as cables carrying heavy current, relays and certain kinds of portable radio transmitters, etc. Difficult
environments could mean that extra screening may be necessary to avoid the interference.
Micro-switch type “S3”, “S4” and “S5”
Voltage 250V maximum 50/60 Hz
Maximum current 5A

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 Performance Data
Typical with mineral oil at 36 cSt Maximum flow rates See note at bottom of next page when
(168.6 SUS) and a specific gravity of 0.87. using low power coils (DG4V-3 models
Performance based on full power only).
solenoid coils warm and operating at
90% rated voltage.

DG4V-3S models (standard performance)

Graph 1 Graph 2
AC solenoid valves with dual frequency AC solenoid valves with
coils operating at 50 Hz – Dual frequency coils operating at 60 Hz
– Single frequency (50 Hz) coils operating at 50 Hz

psi bar psi bar

5000 350 2 5000 350
3 1 1
300 300 3 2
4000 8 6 4000
4
250 250
5 4
3000 7
200 3000
Pressure

200

Pressure
6 5
150 150
2000 2000
7
100 100
9 8
1000 1000
50 50

0 0
0 10 20 30 40 l/min 0 10 20 30 40 l/min

0 2 4 6 8 10 USgpm 0 2 4 6 8 10 USgpm
Flow rate Flow rate
Graph 3
DC solenoid valves Spool/spring Graph 1 Graph 2 Graph 3
code curve curve curve
psi bar 0A(L) 1 1 3
5000 350 0B(L) & 0C, 0F 1 1 1
1 2A(L) 5 5 3
300 2B(L) & 2C, 2F 2 2 3
4000 2N 1 1 1
2
250 6B(L) & 6C, 6F 6 6 5
3
7B(L) & 7C, 7F 6 6 2
3000 200 8B(L) & 8C 8 7 8
Pressure

4 22A(L) 9 8 7
150 8 22B(L) & 22C 7 7 6
2000 5
24A(L) 6 6 5
100 33B(L) & 33C 4 4 4
7 34B(L) & 34C 6 6 5
1000 6
50 52BL, 52C, 6 6 5
56BL & 56C 6 6 5
0 0 66B(L) & 66C 3 3 5
0 10 20 30 40 l/min 521B & 561B 6 6 5
0 2 4 6 8 10 USgpm Consult Vickers regarding each application that
Flow rate will jointly have flow rates approaching this curve
and a pressurized volume exceeding 2000 cm 3
(122 cu.in.)

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Performance Data

DG4V-3 models (high performance)

Graph 4
AC solenoid valves with: Graph 5
– Single-frequency coils AC solenoid valves with dual-frequency coils operating at 60 Hz
– Dual-frequency coils operating at 50 Hz
psi bar
psi bar 5000 350
5000 350 1
3 2 300
300 4000 2
1 3
4000 5 250
4

Pressure
250 5 9
48
Pressure

6 3000 200
3000 200 3
7 9 150
2000 4 8
150 7 6
2000 8
5 100
5
100 1000
1000 50
50
7&9 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 l/min
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 l/min 0 3 6 9 12 15 USgpm
0 3 6 9 12 15 USgpm
Flow rate Spool/ Graph Graph Graph
Graph 6 spring 4 5 6
DC solenoid valves code curve curve curve
psi bar
5000 350 0A(L) 2 2 3
0B(L) & 0C, 0F 1 1 2
6 3 1
300 2A(L) 2 2 3
7 4 2 2B(L) & 2C, 2F 1 1 1
4000
250 2N 1 1 2
5 6B(L) & 6C, 6F 6 5 6
Pressure

3000 7B(L) & 7C, 7F 1 1 2

200 8B(L) & 8C 5 4 5
4
8 22A(L) 8 7 8
150 6
22B(L) & 22C 7 6 7
2000 24A(L) 9 8 5
5
100 33B(L) & 33C 4 3 4
34B(L) & 34C 4 3 6
1000 52BL, 52C, 6 5 6
50
2,3 56BL & 56C 6 5 6
4&6 66B(L) & 66C 3 9 6
0 521B & 561B 6 5 6
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 l/min
Consult Vickers regarding each application that will
0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 USgpm jointly have flow rates approaching this curve and a
Flow rate pressurized volume exceeding 2000 cm 3 (122 cu.in.)

Flow limits applicable to the following acting cylinder and the other to the Low Power Coils (DG4V-3 models only)
usages: annulus end.
1. All valves except types 22 and 52 4. Consult Vickers, with application When using low power coils (coil
spools having simultaneous equal flow details, if either of the following designations *L in model code) the
rates from P to A or B and from B or A usages are required: maximum flow is reduced from values
to T and S3, S4, S5 (limit switch) (a) Single flow path, i.e. P to A, given on this page (graphs 4, 5 and 6)
models. P to B, A to T or B to T. by up to:
2. Valves with type 22 spools having (b) Substantially different 70% – for DC coils
flow from P to A or B, the other being simultaneous flow rates between 50% – for AC coils
plugged. T is drained at all times. P to A or B and B or A to T, depending on spool type. Consult your
3. Valves with type 52 spools having e.g. when A and B are connected Vickers representative relative to
one service port (A or B as to a cylinder having a large
appropriate) connected to the full differential area. specific applications for low power coils.
bore end of a 2:1 area ratio double-

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Performance Data

Pressure drops

psi bar 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 psi bar

12 2000
160 2 140
140 10 120
1600
15
120 100
8
Pressure drop

Pressure drop
100 1200 80
80 6
1 60
60 800 14
4
40 40
2 400 13
20 20
0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 l/min 0 10 20 30 l/min

0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 USgpm 0 2 4 6 8 USgpm
Flow rate Flow rate
DG4V-3S
DG4V-3S & DG4V-3
DG4V-3
Curve for spool type 6: not recommended for flows in
excess of 60 l/min (15.8 USgpm).
Pressure drops in offset positions except where otherwise indicated
Spool/spring Spool P to A P to B A to T B to T P to T B to A For other viscosities, pressure drops
code positions or
covered A to B
approximate to:
0A(L) Both 5 5 2 2 – – Viscosity cSt (SUS)
De-energized – – – – 4 n – 14 20 43 54 65 76 85
0B(L) & 0C, 0F
Energized 4 4 2 2 – –
(17.5) (97.8) (200) (251) (302) (352) (399)
2A(L) Both 6 6 5 5 – –
2B(L) & 2C, 2F Energized 5 5 2 2 – –
% of ∆p
2N Both 6 6 3 3 – – 81 88 104 111 116 120 124
De-energized – – 3 3n – –
6B(L) & 6C, 6F A change to another specific gravity
Energized 6 6 1 1 – –
will yield an approximately proportional
De-energized 6 6n – – – 7 change in pressure drop.
7B(L) & 7C, 7F
Energized 4 4 3 3 – –
8B(L) & 8C All 9 9 5 5 3 – The specific gravity of a fluid may be
22A(L), 22B(L) obtained from its producer. Fire
All 6 6 – – – – resistant fluids usually have higher
& 22C
specific gravities than oil.
24A(L) De-energized 6 6 2 2 – –
De-energized – – 15 15n – –
33B(L) & 33C
Energized 5 5 2 2 – –
De-energized – – 14 14n – –
34B(L) & 34C
Energized 5 5 2 2 – –
52BL & 52C Energized 6 6n 2 – – 10
56BL Both 6 6n 11 10n – 10
De-energized – – 11 10n – 10
56C
Energized 6 6n 2 – – 10
De-energized – – 12 12 – 13
66B(L) & 66C
Energized 6 6 2 2 – –
521B All 6 6n – – – 10
De-energized – – 10 11n – 10
561B
Energized 6 6n – – – 10
“B” plugged n “A” plugged “P” plugged

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 Installation Dimensions
Models for use with ISO 4400 (DIN 43650) connectors 3rd angle
projection
Double solenoid models Single solenoid models
DG4V-3(S)-*C-**-(V)M-U-**-60 DG4V-3(S)-*A(-**) DG4V-3(S)-*AL(-**) Solenoid and
As
DG4V-3(S)-*N-**-(V)M-U-**-60 DG4V-3(S)-*B(-**) DG4V-3(S)-*BL(-**) end cap
shown
DG4V-3(S)-8BL(-**) DG4V-3(S)-8B(-**) interchanged
Dim mm (in.) DG3V-3(S)-*F DG4V-3(S)-*FL(-**)
74,00 Alternative plug positions by
D
(2.91) loosening knurled nut, turning
coil, and re-tightening.
Coil types: U (shown), KU, SP1,
and SP2 (see Model Code)
100,0
(4.0)
87,0
(3.42)

53,00
(2.1)

25,00 C, coil 21,75 24,00

(0.98) length (0.86) (0.94)
B (single solenoid model) 48,00
(1.88)
A (double solenoid model)

Port P
Port A
Port B
Port T

Model type AC or DC A Dim. B Dim. C Dim. D Dim.

Not applicable to type “8” spool. All DC = 220 (8.66) 156 (6.14) 61 (2.5) 73 (2.87)
See page 25 for solenoid information. DG4V-3 AC  200 (7.87) 146 (5.75) 51 (2.1) 63 (2.48)
Can vary dependent on source of plug. DG4V-3S AC  200 (7.87) 146 (5.75) 45 (1.7) 63 (2.48)

Water-resistant manual override on solenoid Latching manual override on solenoid

DG4V-3(S)-****(L)-H-(V)M-**-**-60 DG4V-3-****(L)-Y-(V)M-**-**-60
DG4V-3S-****(L)-Y-(V)M-**-**-60, DC coil models only
Application
General use where finger operation is required (standard Application
manual overrides cannot be operated without using small Stainless steel lever/latch mechanism and water-resistant seal make this
tool). feature ideal for vehicle-mounted and exposed applications requiring
emergency selection of valve for a period of time in the event of electrical
failure.

15 Overall length of valve with 40 Overall length of valve with

Manual (0.6) standard manual overrides Lever in latched position (1.6) standard manual overrides
actuation must
Lift latch to
be applied within Lever in free position release lever
this diameter:
approximately
20 (0.75).
Push lever to
Spacer prevents
operate valve; 65
actuation by
latch holds lever in (2.5)
larger device.
operated position

Notes:
Spacer 1. Opposite solenoid (on “C” and “N” double solenoid models) should not be energized
while the valve is latched in selected position; AC solenoid coils will burn out under
this improper usage.
Note: 2. “Y” feature is field-convertible from “H” type manual override (omitting spacer), but is
“H” feature is not field convertible from other models; specify with order. not field-convertible from other models.

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Installation Dimensions

Models with “F” type coils (lead wires) and conduit box.
Double solenoid models Single solenoid models
DG4V-3(S)-*C-**-(V)M-F-**-60 DG4V-3(S)-*A(-**) DG4V-3(S)-*AL(-**) Solenoid and
As
DG4V-3(S)-*N-**-(V)M-F-**-60 DG4V-3(S)-*B(-**) DG4V-3(S)-*BL(-**) end cap
shown
DG4V-3(S)-8BL(-**) DG4V-3(S)-8B(-**) interchanged
DG3V-3(S)-*F DG4V-3(S)-*FL(-**)

Dim mm (in.)

A (double solenoid models)

B (single solenoid models) Thread connection

*J & W conduit boxes “W” – NPT 50,00
“J” – M20 × 1.5-8H (2.0)

Ground
connection
4,0 (0.16 dia.)
self–tapping 91,00 Two lead
screw (3.57) wires per
solenoid with
68,75
M3 size
(2.71)
terminals for
53,00
customer
25,00 (2.1)
connections
(0.98)

21,75 24,00
C coil 47 3,0
(0.86) (0.94)
length (1.85) (0.12) 48,00
74,00 (1.88)
D (2.91)

Port P
Port A
Port B
Port T

* 89 (3.5) for FPB – J & W conduit boxes

104 (4.0) All plug-in conduit boxes

Model type AC or DC A Dim. B Dim. C Dim. D Dim.

All DC = 220 (8.66) 156,5 (6.14) 61 (2.5) 73 (2.87)
DG4V-3 AC  200 (7.87) 146,5 (5.75) 51 (2.1) 63 (2.48)
DG4V-3S AC  200 (7.87) 146,5 (5.75) 45 (1.7) 63 (2.48)

 Not applicable to type “8” spool. See page 25 for solenoid information.

Codes “FJ” and “FW”: 2 lead wires for each solenoid, approximately 150,00 (6.00) long.
M3 (#6) terminals provided for customer connection.
Codes “FTJ” and “FTW”: Valve supplied with lead wires connected into terminal strip suitable
for M3 (#6) terminals for customer connection.

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Installation Dimensions

DG4V-3-*A(L)-(V)M-S6-U-**-60 Pin number 3, 0V Pin number 1,

“normally open”
Single solenoid models with LVDT type
switch indicating when the spool is in the
spring off-set position. ISO 4400 (DIN
43650) connection to solenoid;
Pg7 connection to switch. Pin number 2, supply +ve Pin number 4,
Dim mm (in.) “normally closed”
Location of solenoid Location of switch
for RH build models for RH build models Plug (part no. 458939)
supplied with valve

Cable gland PG7:

6,0 (0.24) dia.

For LH build (DG4V-3-*AL)

solenoid and switch locations 138,2 (5.44)
are reversed. For coil removal: 248,2 (9.8) with DC solenoid
64 (2.51) DC coil 238,2 (9.4) with AC solenoid
54 (2.12) AC coil Wiring: See Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC) warning note on page 9.

DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S3-FPA5W-*2-60
DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S4-FPA5W-*2-60
DG4V-3-*A(L)-(Z)-(V)M-S5-F-*2-60 See page 17 for details of connections to pre-wired 5-pin receptacle for:
“S3” normally open and
Single solenoid models with mechanical type switch “S4” normally closed.
monitoring of spool movement.
Conduit box with leads, or pre-wired to NFPA
T3.5.29-1980 receptacle.

Location of switch and housing

for RH build models
Normally closed lead (Monitor switch)
sleeving identification color white.
Common lead (Monitor switch)
sleeving identification color black.
Normally open lead (Monitor switch)
no color identification.

Location of solenoid 100 (3.94)

for RH build models
For LH build (DG4V-3-*AL) 54 (2.12)
solenoid and switch locations are reversed. 200 (7.87) with AC solenoid for removal
210 (8.27) with DC solenoid of switch hsg.

Port restrictor plugs Restrictor plug selection table

Restrictor plugs are available for use in Code Orifice Part
ports P, T, A or B. These can be used diameter number
for restricting flow or for circuit
dampening. Restrictor plugs are not *00 Blank 694353
recommended for use above 210 bar *03 0,30 (0.012) 694341
(3000 psi) system pressure. *06 0,60 (0.024) 694342
*08 0,80 (0.030) 694343
Typical model codes: *10 1,00 (0.040) 694344 M5 x 0.8-6H thread
DG4V-3(S)-**-M-**-**-60-P08 for plug extraction
*13 1,30 (0.050) 694345
(0.8 mm dia orifice in port P) *15 1,50 (0.060) 694346
*20 2,00 (0.080) 694347 Maximum port dia in subplate/manifold
DG4V-3(S)-**-M-**-**-60-P10-A10 *23 2,30 (0.090) 694348
(1.0 mm dia orifice in ports P and A) block:
* = P, T, A or B, as required For steel and SG (ductile) iron: 7,0 (0.3)
Order in multiples of 25 per part number For gray iron: 6,5 (0.25)

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Electrical Plugs and Connectors
Terminal strip and lights
For valves with type “F” coils.
Dim mm (in.)

Terminal strip Conduit box cover and

(part number nameplate complete with
890345) clips to sealing gasket and 4 screws
cover and can
be field-fitted
Light assembly is held in place
4 terminal screws M3 x 0,5-6H
by end pair of M3 screws; can
M3 x 0,5-6H screws (part number 02-113355) be fitted to terminal strip.
 Connections to solenoid A
(part number 186006)
2 each end (or B, according to model type)

28,50 30,00
(1.12) (1.18)

Anti-rotation tab ensures

 Connections to
correct orientation of cover
solenoid B Rubber gasket to junction box
(or A, according 2 lenses in cover
to model type)

1. For DC coils the +ve lead(s) must be connected 2. For correct light indication of energized solenoid
to the terminal(s) marked +. When using 3-wire ensure that solenoid leads are correctly connected:
incoming leads to double solenoid valves (i.e. light terminals are common with each outer pair of
common neutral) the inner pair of terminals must solenoid terminals according to the side with + mark.
be interconnected

Insta-Plug
DG4V-3(S)---FPA---60 a wire housing with external terminals The PBW configuration combines both
DG4V-3(S)---FPBW---60 for machine wire connections. male and female plugs in the wiring
housing for a self-contained plug-in unit.
Vickers 2-part “Insta-Plug” eliminates Captive thumb screws, when loosened,
breaking electrical inputs for valve permit the wire housing to be pulled Optional solenoid indicator lights are
disconnect. A male half is pre-wired to clear of the valve for disconnect. A pre-wired to the female plug. Solenoids
the valve body. The mating plug is inside longer ground post provides first “A” and/or “B” are identified on the
make/last break ground connection. wiring housing.

PA configuration PBW configuration

Dim mm (in.)
Customer connection solenoid at port A
16,25 Clearance to remove
end of body to female receptacle plate
(0.64) M4-6H thd. female receptacle
20,25 (0.79) Customer connection
48,0 solenoid at port B end of
(1.89) body to female receptacle
plate
89,0
23,1 (0.91) (3.50) Ground connection
24,0 in terminal box
(0.95) (ref.)
15,5 (0.61)
32,50
(1.28)

98,5
71,1 (3.88)
WARNING TAG
(2.80) 69,0
“Electrical power
(2.72)
47,5 must be
ref.
(1.87) disconnected
ref. before removing or
replacing this
receptacle”.
Port A Port A Port B
Port B
The conduit box dimensions used for the PA/PBW type connector are different from
those on the other “F” type coil models.

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Electrical Plugs and Connectors

NFPA Connector T3.5.29-1980

Connection details and model type/model code references
DG4V-3(S)---FPA3W(L)-**-60
DG4V-3(S)---FPA5W(L)-**-60 0.875-16UN-2A thd. Warning tag:
DG4V-3---S3-FPA5W(L)-**-60 “Electrical power must be
DG4V-3---S4-FPA5W(L)-**-60 16,00 disconnected before removing
(0.62) or replacing electrical plug.“
The receptacle is a standard three or
five pole connector with shortened leads
and terminals added. The five pole plug
has four leads 101,6 (4.0) long and one
177,8 (7.0) long. The three pole plug
has two leads 101,6 (4.0) long and one
177,8 (7.0). All wires have underwriters
recognized non-solder insulated eyelet
68,75
terminals. The green wire is used for the (2.71)
ground (earth) connection (No. 8 screw
furnished). Valves are supplied
pre-wired.

3 pin connector 5 pin connector 5 pin connector

Use with single solenoid valve Use with single solenoid valve Use with double solenoid valve
Key model code designations: Key model code designations: Key model code designations:
DG4V-3(S)-*A(L)(-**)-(V)M-FPA3W(L) DG4V-3(S)-*A(L)(-**)-(V)M-FPA5W(L) DG4V-3-*C/N(L)(-**)-(V)M-S4-FPA5W(L)
DG4V-3(S)-*B(L)(-**)-(V)M-FPA3W(L) DG4V-3(S)-*B(L)(-**)-(V)M-FPA5W(L)

1 – lead to
1 – green lead (ground) solenoid 5 – lead to 1 – lead to solenoid B 5 – lead to
solenoid solenoid B
3 – lead 4 – lead 4 – lead to
1 to solenoid 5 capped 5 solenoid A
2 1 1 4
4
3 2 3 2 3
25,4 (1.00)
hex (reference
all types)

2 – lead to solenoid 3 – green lead (ground) 3 – green lead (ground)

2 – lead capped 2 – lead to solenoid A

5 pin connector 5 pin connector Female 3 & 5 pin connectors are

Use with single solenoid valve with S3 Use with single solenoid valve with S4 available from a Daniel Woodhead Co.,
spool position monitor switch spool position monitor switch Brad Harrison Div. Distributor
Key model code designations: Key model code designations: (847-272-7990)
DG4V-3-*A(L)(-**)-(V)M-S3-FPA5W(L) DG4V-3-*A(L)(-**)-(V)M-S4-FPA5W(L) 40903 – Female connector with
12′ lead for PA3 conn.
41308 – Female connector with
1 – lead to solenoid 5 – lead to 1 – lead to solenoid 12′ lead for PA5 conn.
solenoid 5 – lead to solenoid These are Brad Harrison #’s.
4 – lead to monitor 4 – lead to monitor
5 switch, n.o. 5 switch, n.c.
1 4 1 4
2 3 2 3

3 – green lead (ground)

2 – lead to monitor switch, common
3 – green lead (ground)
2 – lead to monitor switch, common

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Electrical Plugs and Connectors

DIN 43650 Connector

Cable diameter range . . . Ø6–10 mm (0.24–0.40) 51 (2.01)
Wire section range . . . . . Ø,5–1,5 mm2 (0.0008–0.0023 in2) 27
18 sq.
Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Screw type (1.06)
(0.71)
Type of protection . . . . . . IEC144 class IP65, when plugs are fitted correctly to
the valves with interface seals (supplied with plugs) in place.
1,5
(0.06)
Connector can be positioned at 90 Seal
intervals on valve by re-assembling Receptacle Voltage Part Numbers
(AC or DC) Gray – Black – M3
contact holder into appropriate thread 5,5
“A” sol. “B” sol. 30,5 sq.
position inside connector housing. (0.22)
U1 Coils (1.20)
710776 710775
Use U12 or U11 type connectors with without lights
12 and 24V DC coils if rectification is U6 Coils 12-24 977467 977466
required. with lights 100-125 977469 977468
200-240 977471 977470
Connectors with and without indicator U11 Rectified 12 DC 02-141358
lights are available (order separately): coils with 24 DC 02-141359
lights 98-240 VDC 02-141360
200-240 VDC 02-141361 26,5
U12 Rectified 02-141357 27,5 (1.04)
coils without (1.08)
∅22,5
lights (0.88)

Surge Suppression Devices

(For DC Valves)

Standard diode Transzorb

Diode in parallel with coil. When switch Diode and Zener diode in parallel with NOTE: These surge suppression
(S1) is opened, the energy stored in the coil. When switch (S1) is opened, the devices are “Polarity Dependent.” Proper
biasing conditions must be met when
coil is trapped and dissipated by the energy stored in the coil is trapped and
installing/connecting a coil in a system.
diode (D1). dissipated by the diode (D1) and Zener
diode (Z1) and the coil resistance. Valve Shift and Dropout Times
 Works only with DC voltage With and Without Surge Suppression
 Polarity dependent  The Zener makes exact limitation of
inductive spikes. Shift Dropout
 Increases drop out time CETOP 3
 Works only with DC voltage
No Diode 23 60
 Polarity dependent Diode Alone 23 141
Diode/Zener 23 78
Coil Coil
CETOP 5
No Diode 70 50
Diode Alone 70 158
Diode/Zener 70 100
Z1
S1 S1 Times represent cessation/application
D1 (No 2) (No 2) of voltage to coil versus velocity
- -
(start/stop) of a cylinder using a single
D1 solenoid, spring offset valve (time in
(No 1) (No 1) milliseconds).
+ +

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Subplates, Connection Plates and Mounting Surfaces
Description and Functional symbol Model code
General description maximum pressure
This range of subplates and auxiliary
connection plates are for use with size 3 Blanking plate
DGMA–3–B–1*
valves. Optional BSPF or SAE/UNF pipe 250 bar (3600 psi)
thread connections are available. P T B A

The subplates fall into five groups: Crossover plate

P–A, B–T DGMA–3–C1–1*
 Single station subplates with either 250 bar (3600 psi) P T B A
side or rear entry ports for connecting
to the main system. Crossover plate
P–B, A–T DGMA–3–C2–1*
 Multi-station manifolds having from 250 bar (3600 psi)
two to six stations. The two service P T B A
ports per station are arranged along
one side but the pressure and tank Tapping plate
DGMA–3–T1–1*–B
Ports A and B
lines are internally connected in DGMA–3–T1–1*–S
250 bar (3600 psi)
parallel to each station. P T B A

 Tapping plates for insertion under Tapping plate

DGMA–3–T2–1*–B
modules or valves to provide access Ports P and T
DGMA–3–T2–1*–S
to service lines, e.g. for pressure gage 250 bar (3600 psi)
P T B A
connection.
Size 03
 Cross-over plates for inter-connecting P T B A
two sets of service lines at the top of Adaptor size 05 to 03 DGAM–3–01–1*–R
207 bar (3000 psi) DGAM–3–01–1*
module stacks when directional valves
(UNC valve mtg. bolts)
are not fitted. P TA TB B A
Size 05
 Blanking plate for terminating a valve
station e.g. when the station is not to Single station
be used until later. subplate/manifold DGVM–3–1*–R
Rear ports P,T,A,B DGVM–3–1*–S
The 2 to 6 multi-station subplates, when 250 bar (3600 psi) P T B A
used together with VIckers SystemStak
valves, provide very compact control Single station
subplate/manifold P A DGMS–3–1E–1*–R
assemblies.
Side ports P,T,A,B T B DGMS–3–1E–1*–S
250 bar (3600 psi)
Plates having machined trapezoidal
O-ring recesses are supplied complete
with Viton O-rings. Multi-station subplate/ DGMS–3–2/3E–1*–R
manifold; side ports DGMS–3–2/3E–1*–S
P,T,A1,B1,A2,B2, etc. Valve station 1 Valve station 2–3
On all models, the size 03 mounting
250 bar (3600 psi)
face includes a drilled hole (for a 2 station P1 T1 B1 A1 P2 T2 B2 A2
location pin) in conformance with 3 station P
ANSI/B93.7M) and (NFPA) size 03. All T
Vickers size 3 valves and auxiliary
B1 A1 B2 A2
plates contain a matching location pin to
ensure correct orientation of the
mounting faces. Multi-station subplate/ DGMS–3–4/5/6E–1*–R
manifold; side ports DGMS–3–4/5/6E–1*–S
Design number subject to change. No change
P,T,A1,B1,A2,B2, etc. Valve station 1 Valve station 2–6
250 bar (3600 psi)
of installation dimensions for designs 10 thru 19.
4 station P1 T1 B1 A1 P6 T6 B6 A6
“R” (or “B”) suffix – ISO 228 (BSPF) ports 5 station
and/or metric attaching bolt tappings. P
6 station
“S” suffix – SAE/UNC ports and/or UNC T
attaching bolt tappings. B1 A1 B6 A6

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Installation Dimensions
DGMA-3-B-1* Blanking Plate
All dimensions shown
4 holes ∅ 5,6 (0.22 dia.)
in mm (inches)
counterbored to ∅ 9,5 (0.374 dia) P T B A

46,0 (1.8) 10,0 (0.4)

A
Nameplate
73,0 P
(2.9) T

22,0 (0.9)
24,4 (1.0)

DGMA-3-C2-11 Crossover Plate

P T B A

48,5 (1.9)
46,0 (1.8) 11,0 (0.43)

A Nameplate
75,0 P
(3.0)
T

22,0 (0.9)

DGMA-3-T*-1*-* Tapping Plate

2 tapped ports P T B A
for DGMA–3–T*–1*–B, G 1/8 (1/8” BSPF)
for DGMA–3–T*–2*–S, 7/16”–20 UNF–2B (SAE)
(for 1/4” O.D. tubing)
48,4 (1.9) P T B A
46,0 (1.8)
Nameplate

A A
75,0
P P
(3.0)
T 4 holes 5,6
T
B (0.22 dia.)
B

DGMA-2-T1-1*–* DGMA-2-T2-1*–* 20,0

(Ports A and B) (Ports P and T) (0.78)

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Installation Dimensions

DGAM-3–01–1*–R (Metric bolt tapping) Size 3 valves can frequently be used in place of size 5 Size 03
valves, typically for pilot control functions, or generally P T B A
DGAM-3–01–1* (UNC bolt tapping)
where the system flow rate is within that of size 3 valves.
Adaptor plate, Size 05 to 03
for pressure up to 210 bar (3000 psi) The DGAM–3 adaptor bolts to an existing size 5
interface and provides a size 3 mounting face for the
Dimensions shown smaller valves. P TA TB B A
in mm (inches)
Size 05
70,0 (2.75) 28,4 (1.12)
31,0 14,2
(1.22) (0.56) 21,0 (0.83)
5,3
(0.21)

A 90,4 A
P T (3.56) Standard T
40,5 54,0 port (TA)
(1.59) P
(2.12)
B Additional T
B port (TB)

4 holes for valve 31,75 18,3

mounting (1.25) (0.72)
bolts (see table)
46,0 12,0
(1.81) (0.47)
0,75
Size 03 Mounting Surface (0.03) Size 05 Mounting Surface
(seals included)
Model Tappings for valve mounting bolts
Adaptor is supplied complete with bolts for mounting to size 5 interface:
DGAM–3–01–1*–R M5–6H x 12 (0.47) deep M6 bolts with type DGAM–3–01–1*–R
DGAM–3–01–1* #10–24 UNC–2B x 12,7 (0.5) deep 1/4”–20 UNC bolts with type DGAM–3–01–1*

DGVM-3-1*–*
DGMS-3-1E(Y)-1*-* P A
Single station subplate, T B
rear and side tapped port P T B A
DGVM DGMS
4 holes tapped according
to model type (see table)
84,0 (3.3) 4 ports .750-16 UNF-2B
72,0 (2.83) 6,0 for rear ports.
5,6 (.22) dia. thru (0.24) 16,0 (0.63)
19,75 6,0 12,75 (0.5)
13,0 (.51) spotface (0.78) (0.24)
to depth shown. 4
holes for mounting.
B
35,0
B 84,0 57,25
(1.38)
(3.31) T (2.25)
T P
72,0
(2.83)
P
A
A

20,0 12,75 (0.5)

Model Ports P, A, T, B Thread 35,0 (.787) 36,00
at rear or side (1.37) (1.42)
DGVM–3–1*–R Rear G3/8 (3/8” BSPF) x 59,25
(2.33)
DGMS–3–1E–1*–R Side 12,0 (0.47) deep
4 ports .750-16 UNF-2B
DGVM–3–1*–S Rear 3/4” 16 UNF–2B x 14,3 for side ports.
DGMS–3–1E–1–S* Side (0.56) deep (SAE)
5/8” 18 UNF–2B x 12,7
DGMS–3–1EY–1–S* Side
(0.5) deep (SAE)

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Installation Dimensions

DGMS-3-3E-1*-* Valve Station 1 Valve Station 2

Multi-station subplate
(3 station shown) P1 T1 B1 A1 P2 T2 B2 A2
Dimensions shown in mm (inches) P P
T T
B1 A1 B2 A2

5,6 (0.22 dia.

counterbored
A 11,1 (0.438 dia). 68,0 (2.68)
34,0
(1.34)

B B B
P 68,0 38,0 P
T P T P T P
(2.68) (1.5)
37,5 A A A
T (1.47) 5,0 T
(0.6)

B 6,0
(0.24)
These two ports are present 4 holes per model type P and T ports tapped
in 4, 5, and 6 station models. BSPF ports: M5-6H x 12,0 (0.47) deep according to model type:
Optional in 2 and 3 station SAE ports: #10-24 UNC-2B x 12,5 (0.5) deep DGMS-*E(X)–1*–R:
models, specify G1/2 (1/2” BSPF)
DGMS–3–2EX–1*–* or DGMA-*E(X)-1*-S:
DGMS–3–3EX–1*–* 3/4:-16 UNF-2B (SAE)
15,0
50,0 50,0 35,0 (0,6)
(1.97) (1.97) (1.38)

A
60,0
(2.36) 38,0
effective (1.5)
bolt length
B

A and B ports tapped

according to model type:
DGMS-*E(X)–1*–R:
G3/8 (3/8” BSPF)
Model A Dim. B Dim. DGMA-*E(X)-1*-S:
3/4:-16 UNF-2B (SAE)
DGMS–3–2E(X)–1*–* 121 (4.8) 108 (4.25)
DGMS–3–3E(X)–1*–* 171 (6.8) 158 (6.22)
DGMS–3–4E–1*–* 221 (8.7) 208 (8.19)
DGMS–3–5E–1*–* 271 (10.7) 258 (10.15)
DGMS–3–6E–1*–* 321 (12.7) 308 (12.12)  Thru connection P and T ports on types
DGMS-3-2EX-1*-* and DGMS-3-3EX-1*-*

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Installation Dimensions

Mounting Surface
Dimensions shown in mm (inches )

When a subplate is not used, a

machined pad must be provided for
mounting. The pad must be flat 70 (2.75) min.
within 0,01 mm per 100 mm
(0.0001” per 1”) and smooth within
0,8 µm (32 µin). 40,5 ± 0,1 (1.594 ± 0.004)

The interface conforms to 30,2 (1.890)

ISO 4401-AB-03-4A (size 03) plus
location pin hole
ANSI/B93.7M (and NFPA) size 03 21,5
CETOP R35H4.2-03, plus location (0.85)
pin hole
12,7
DIN 24340 Form A6, plus location 0,75 ± 0,1
(0.5)
pin hole (0.03 ± 0.004)

Dimensional tolerance = "0,2 ("0.008)

except where otherwise stated. 5,1
(0.20) T

Prior to installing a valve, ensure that

both valve and mounting surface are 15,5
clean and free from burrs. 25,9 (0.61) A B
(1.01)
31,0 ± 0,1 31,75 ± 0,1
(1.22 ± 0.004) (1.25 ± 0.004)
48
(1.89)
ISO 4401 gives dimensions in mm. min.
Inch conversions are accurate to P
0.01” unless stated.
#10-24 UNC-2B optional
∅ 4,0 x 4,3 7,5 (0.29)
min. deep
4 holes, M5-6H x 12,0 (0.16 dia x
(0.47) min. full thread depth 0.17 deep)
for locating pin
4 ports ∅ 6,3 (0.25 dia). For all
Vickers size 3 valves this
diameter may be increased to
∅ 7,5 (0.29 dia).

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 Appendix
Mounting Bolts

Inch bolt kits, #10–24 UNC–2B Metric bolt kits, M5 Metric bolt kits, M6
Size x length, in (mm) Size x length, mm (in) Size x length, mm (in)
#10-24 x 12,7 (0.50) BK590715 M5 x 20 (0.79) BK466834M M6 x 16 (0.63) BK534564M

#10-24 x 19,05 (0.75) BK466847 M5 x 25 (0.98) BK465723M M6 x 20 (0.79) BK534565M

#10-24 x 25,4 (1.00) BK304 M5 x 30 (1.18) BK616452M M6 x 25 (0.98) BK534566M

#10-24 x 31,8 (1.25) BK590716 M5 x 40 (1.57) BK02–156493M M6 x 30 (1.18) BK534567M

#10-24 x 38,1 (1.50) BK306 M5 x 50 (1.97) BKDG3699M M6 x 40 (1.57) BKDG01633M

#10-24 x 44,4 (1.75) BK02-156494 M5 x 55 (2.17) BK986135M M6 x 45 (1.77) BK534569M

#10-24 x 50,8 (2.00) BKDG3698 M5 x 60 (2.36) BK466836M M6 x 50 (1.97) BK534570M

#10-24 x 57,2 (2.25) BK02-139165 M5 x 70 (2.76) BK464125M M6 x 55 (2.17) BK534571M

#10-24 x 60,3 (2.38) BK466849 M5 x 75 (2.95) BK869720M M6 x 65 (2.56) BK534572M

#10-24 x 69,9 (2.75) BK870017 M5 x 80 (3.15) BK466837M M6 x 70 (2.76) BK534573M

#10-24 x 69,9 (2.75) BKDGFNL694M M5 x 90 (3.54) BK466838M M6 x 75 (2.95) BK534574M

#10-24 x 76,2 (3.00) BK02-156496 M5 x 95 (3.74) BK869721M M6 x 80 (3.15) BK638873M

#10-24 x 79,4 (3.13) BK466850 M5 x 100 (3.94) BK466839M M6 x 80 (3.15) BKDGFN01637M

#10-24 x 88,9 (3.50) BK466851 M5 x 110 (4.33) BK466840M M6 x 85 (3.35) BK978478M

#10-24 x 95,3 (3.75) BK869704 M5 x 120 (4.72) BK466841M M6 x 90 (3.54) BK534576M

#10-24 x 100 (3.94) BK466852 M5 x 130 (5.12) BK466842M M6 x 100 (3.94) BK978479M

#10-24 x 101,6 (4.00) BK02-156497 M5 x 140 (5.51) BK466843M M6 x 110 (4.33) BK978480M

#10-24 x 109,5 (4.31) BK466853 M5 x 150 (5.91) BK466844M M6 x 115 (4.53) BK534580M

#10-24 x 120,7 (4.75) BK466854 M5 x 160 (6.30) BK466845M M6 x 120 (4.72) BK534581M

#10-24 x 127,0 (5.00) BK02-156499 M5 x 170 (6.69) BK466846M M6 x 140 (5.51) BK638878M

#10-24 x 130,2 (5.13) BK466855 M5 x 200 (7.87) BK464468M

#10-24 x 133,4 (5.25) BK02-156498

#10-24 x 139,7 (5.50) BK466856 Note: If not using Vickers bolt kits, bolts must
#10-24 x 150,9 (5.94) BK466857 be to Grade 12.9 (ISO 898) or better.

#10-24 x 160,3 (6.31) BK466858 The required bolt length should allow
0.40” (10 mm) thread engagement in the
#10-24 x 170,0 (6.69) BK466859
subplate/manifold block. Bolts should be
#10-24 x 177,8 (7.00) BK890325 torqued to 5–7 N.m (44–62 lbf. in.) with
threads lubricated. Prior to installation of
DG4V-3 valve, ensure that both the face
of the valve and the face on which it is
being mounted (i.e subplate, manifold,
SystemStak valve or plate) is as clean as
possible. Do not over tighten hold-down
bolts beyond recommended values.

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Appendix

Spare parts data Solenoid Coils

Refer to service drawing I–3886–S for AC coils
spare parts and kit information.
Code Voltage/ Standard performance High performance
frequency “U” type “F” type “U” type “F” type
Seal kits Full power coils:
For valves with spool indicator switch, A 110V/50 Hz 02-101725 02-101730 507825 508166
model types DG4V-3-*A---M-S*---60 B 110/120V/50/60 Hz 02-101726 02-101731 507833 508169
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kit no. 859049 C 220V/50 Hz 02-101727 02-101732 507826 508167
D 220/240V/50/60 Hz 02-101728 02-101733 507834 508170
For other models seal kits vary
Low power coils:
according to type of coil fitted: BL 110/120V/50/60 Hz N/A N/A 598562 698563
For “U” type coil . . . . . . . kit no. 858995 DL 220/240V/50/60 Hz N/A N/A 866455 866457
For “F” type coil . . . . . . . kit no. 858996
Note: Each seal kit covers a variety of models and DC coils (Standard and high performance)
may have redundant seals for a particular model.
Code Voltage “U” type “F” type “SP1” type “SP2” type “KU” type
Full power coils:
G 12V 507847 508172 02–111246 02-111166 02–140394
H 24V 507848 508173 02–111248 02-111168 02–140395
Low power coils:
GL 12V 507855 508175 N/A N/A N/A
HL 24V 507852 508174 N/A N/A N/A

Mass, approx. kg (lb) Mounting Attitude

No restrictions except for no-spring,
DG4V-3 and “U” “F”
detented models DG4V-3-*N and
DG4V-3S (DC) coils coils
DG4V-3S-*N which should be mounted
with the spool axis horizontal. These
Single sol. valve 1,6 1,8 model types may be affected by severe
(3.5) (4.0) vibration or shock, especially if a
solenoid is not held energized.
Double sol. valve 2,2 2,3
(4.8) (5.0)

DG4V-3 and “U” “F”

DG4V-3S (AC) coils coils

Single sol. valve 1,5 1,6

(3.3) (3.5)

Double sol. valve 1,8 2,0

(4.0) (4.4)

Single sol. valve w/ 2,0 2,0

position switch (4.4) (4.4)

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Appendix

Temperature Limits Fluid Cleanliness other than petroleum, severe service

cycles or temperature extremes are
Ambient range . . . . -20C to 70C Proper fluid condition is essential for cause for adjustment of these
(-4F to +158F) long and satisfactory life of hydraulic cleanliness codes. See Vickers
components and systems. Hydraulic publication 561 for exact details.
fluid must have the correct balance of
Fluid Temperature cleanliness, materials and additives for Vickers products, as any components, will
protection against wear of components, operate with apparent satisfaction in fluids
Fluid Mineral Water with higher cleanliness codes than those
elevated viscosity and inclusion of air.
Temp. oil containing described. Other manufacturers will often
-20C +10C Essential information on the correct recommend levels above those specified.
Minimum
(-4F) (+50F) methods for treating hydraulic fluid is
included in Vickers publication Experience has shown, however, that
+70C +54C
Maximum* 561;“Vickers Guide to Systemic life of any hydraulic components is
(+158F) (+129F)
Contamination Control,” available from shortened in fluids with higher
* To obtain optimum service life from both fluid your local Vickers distributor or by cleanliness codes than those listed
and hydraulic system, 65C (150F) is the contacting Vickers, Incorporated. below. These codes have been proven
recommended maximum fluid temperature, Recommendations on filtration and the to provide a long trouble-free service life
except for water-containing fluids. selection of products to control fluid for the products shown, regardless of
condition are included in 561. the manufacturer.
For synthetic fluids, consult fluid
manufacturer or Vickers representative Recommended cleanliness levels, Fire resistant fluids usually have higher
where limits are outside those for specific gravities than oil. The specific
mineral oil. using petroleum oil under common
conditions, are based on the highest gravity of a fluid may be obtained from
fluid pressure levels in the system and its producer.
Whatever the actual temperature range,
ensure that fluid viscosities stay within are coded in the chart below. Fluids
the limits specified in “Hydraulic Fluids”.

System Pressure Level

bar (psi)
Product <70 (<2000 ) 70–207 (2000–3000) 207+ (3000+)
Vane pumps, fixed 20/18/15 19/17/14 18/16/13
Vane pumps, variable 18/16/14 17/15/13
Piston pumps, fixed 19/17/15 18/16/14 17/15/13
Piston pumps, variable 18/16/14 17/15/13 16/14/12
Directional valves 20/18/15 20/18/15 19/17/14
Proportional valves 17/15/12 17/15/12 15/13/11
Servo valves 16/14/11 16/14/11 15/13/10
Pressure/Flow controls 19/17/14 19/17/14 19/17/14
Cylinders 20/18/15 20/18/15 20/18/15
Vane motors 20/18/15 19/17/14 18/16/13
Axial piston motors 19/17/14 18/16/13 17/15/12

Ordering Procedure
When placing an order, please specify
full model designations of valves,
subplates and kits. Refer to relevant
“Model Code” sections.

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