Sauer-Danfoss steps up to the next tier
Fourth Quarter 2008
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With Tier 4 emission regulation scheduled for enforcement in the US from 2011 to 2014 Sauer-Danfoss has been busy releasing new hydrostatic pumps to help meet the stringent new emission regulations.
A growth spurt in the H1 family of hydrostatic pumps has brought two new displacements onto the market. At the same time, Sauer-Danfoss has taken the opportunity to complete its range of more application-specific control system options.
Sauer-Danfoss H1 axial piston pumps are available in various sizes and configurations
H1 closed circuit variable displacement axial piston pumps enjoyed almost instant popularity on their initial launch in 2005. Joining the successful 147/165 cc single and 45/53 cc integral tandem pumps, the new H1 45/53 cc and 78 cc single pumps are an important step towards satisfying growing OEM demand for the range.
Support for Tier 4
Interest in the timing of the release has long been high as OEMs turn their attention to the Tier 4 emission regulation, scheduled for enforcement in the US from 2011 to 2014. The regulation, which will also set the direction for Europe and Asia-Pacific, brings a further drastic reduction in acceptable exhaust emissions in the wake of Tier 3. This latter Tier will be completely phased in during 2008. Off-road diesel engines, such as those used in construction, agricultural and industrial equipment, are the target.
The H1 45/53 cm and 78 cc pumps bear all the strong characteristics of the first family members. A compact design and high power density, with an integral electro-hydraulic servo piston assembly that controls the speed and direction of hydraulic flow, are standard. These are key features for OEMs in making the necessary changes in vehicle architecture and control algorithms to meet the Tier 4 requirement.
Ron Sheehan, business unit manager at Sauer-Danfoss, explains the advantages, “H1 offers better horsepower management via improved total pump efficiency, in addition to helping control vehicle maintenance and operating costs. Better efficiency means you can use smaller engines on some machines while reducing machine heat load and increasing power to the ground.
“Because tomorrow’s electronically controlled engines are going to need electronically controlled pumps, H1 is fully PLUS+1 compliant to interface seamlessly with our electronic machine control performance.”
Control options
With the release of the new pump displacements, Sauer-Danfoss has introduced two new control options. These include a three-position control for the vibratory drives of non-propel applications, typically used by the road construction industry, and a non-feedback proportional control for propel applications, such as tele-handlers. The arrival of the new controls means OEMs now have a comprehensive range to choose from. H1 hydrostatics are ideal for manufacturers developing high and medium power mobile machinery that requires steady, instant propulsion and precise control in demanding work environments.
New variable motors released
Sheehan is excited about the release of the new range of H1B bent axis variable motors to compliment the H1 generation of hydrostatics. The proven and optimised 9 piston rotating group along with the single piece housing is designed for quality and reliability. The expanded functionality of the H1B motor provides zero degree capability in conjunction with the unchanged 32° feature. Sheehan further comments that the motor has greater total efficiency with minimised losses at improved high flow conditions.
For more information contact Ron Sheehan, Sauer-Danfoss, +27 (0)11 803 8390, [email protected], www.sauer-danfoss.com
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