Electro-Hydraulic

Actuator Type
PVEP / PVEP-F

Tech Note
 Electro-Hydraulic Actuator Type PVEP and PVEP-F
Technical Information
Contents

Revision History Date Page Changed Revision

Mar 2008 Various Small update AB
Nov 2005 - First edition AA

Introduction Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Function Function................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Closed Loop Control................................................................................................................................................... 4
Principle........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Inductive Transducer, LVDT (Linear Variable Difference Transducer)......................................................... 5
Integrated pulse width modulation...................................................................................................................... 5

Fault Monitoring System Fault monitoring system.................................................................................................................................................. 5

Active fault monitoring signal (FMS) ................................................................................................................... 6
Fault monitoring truth table.................................................................................................................................... 6
Input signal monitoring with PVEP-F.................................................................................................................... 6
Reaction Time................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Technical Data Electrical specifications.................................................................................................................................................... 7

Standard PVEP Standard PVEP..................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Conditions for features............................................................................................................................................... 8

PVEP-F PVEP-F..................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Conditions for features............................................................................................................................................... 9

PVEP and PVEP F PVEP and PVEP-F...............................................................................................................................................................10

Pilot oil consumption and pilot supply..............................................................................................................10
Oil viscosity...................................................................................................................................................................10
Filtering..........................................................................................................................................................................10
Pilot pressure...............................................................................................................................................................10
Oil temperature...........................................................................................................................................................10
Operating temperature............................................................................................................................................10
Connector.....................................................................................................................................................................11
Response times...........................................................................................................................................................11

Accessories and Accessories.........................................................................................................................................................................12

Dimensions Cable with connectors.............................................................................................................................................12
Color code.....................................................................................................................................................................12
Dimensions.........................................................................................................................................................................12

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Contents - Introduction

Introduction The PVEP is an electro-hydraulic actuator for the Sauer-Danfoss PVG valve system.
The two modules are controlled with PWM (Pulse Width Modulated) inputs. The aim
of the document is to generate a common understanding of the PVEP product and its
specifications.

The PVEP is an electro-hydraulic actuator aimed as pilot stage for primarily PVG32 and
PVG100 proportional valves.
The PVEP is a true mechatronic module comprising a digital solenoid valve bridge, a
contactless transducer and control electronics in one package suitable to ensure severe
environmental stresses found in mobile equipment.

The PVEP has two low frequency PWM inputs that determine the set point for main spool
control in the valve. This differs from the standard PVE programme where an analogue
ratio metric signal forms the input set point to the valve.
The PVEP will be available in two versions, a standard PVEP and a PVEP-F for valves with
float position option.

This Tech Note will cover the control functionality for each version of the PVEP.

PVEP proportional actuation

Deutsch DT connector
Code no. 157B....
Standard PVEP 11034832
PVEP
PVEP-F (float) 157B4753

Cable with Connectors

Connector Code no.
6-pin Deutsch DT 11007513

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Function

Function Controlling a PVEP requires two PWM signals. The basic concept between a controller
and the PVEP is shown in the picture below.

It is important that the Power supply (Vbat) is connected before the PWM signal.

PWM signals are low power voltage signals; hence no current drivers are needed.
Current control is not possible with PVEP.

The PVEP performs a true time difference measurement on the PWM input, thus there is
no filtering or conversion involved.

Closed Loop Control

The PVEP and the PVEP-F feature an integrated feedback transducer that measures spool
movement in relation to the input signal from the main micro controller, and by means
of a solenoid valve bridge, controls the direction, velocity, and position of the main spool
of the valve. The integrated electronics compensate for flow forces on the spool, internal
leakage, changes in oil viscosity, pilot pressure, etc. with very low hysteresis and high
resolution.

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Function (continued) Principle

In principle the input signal (PWM signals) determines the level of pilot pressure,
which moves the main spool. The position of the main spool is sensed in the LVDT,
which generates an electric feedback signal registered by the electronics. The variation
between the set-point signal and feedback signal activates the solenoid valves. The
solenoid valves are actuated so that hydraulic pressure drives the main spool into the
correct position.

Inductive Transducer, LVDT (Linear Variable Difference Transducer)

When the main spool is moved, a voltage, proportional to the spool position, is induced.
The use of LVDT gives contactless monitoring of the main spool position. This means an
extra long working life and no limitation as regards the type of hydraulic fluid used. In
addition, LVDT gives a precise position signal of high resolution.

Integrated Pulse Width Modulation

Positioning of the main spool position in the PVEP and the PVEP-F is based on the pulse
width modulation principle to the solenoids valves.

Fault Monitoring System PVEP has a built-in active fault monitoring system, which is capable of handling internal
and external failures. The fault monitoring system includes:

• Input signal monitoring: If the PWM input signal is corrupted and the signal exceeds
the range or if PWM signals are detected at both inputs at the same time, it is
interpreted as an error.

• Transducer monitoring: If the signals to and from the LVDT are corrupted (short
circuited or disconnected), it is interpreted as an error.

• Closed loop monitoring: If the main spool position does not correspond to the input
signal, it is interpreted as an error if the main spool position > input signal. Tolerance
bands are associated with these limits (see figure below).

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Fault Monitoring Active Fault Monitoring Signal (FMS)

(continued) On error detection, the solenoid valve set is disabled after a delay of 500 ms, the built-in
LED changes state and a message is given as an electrical signal on the error output pin.
The error state is memorized and can only be reset by switching off power. In the case of
an error, the following actions will be taken:

• All solenoids are switched off.

• Warning signal is sent out through the error connector as a voltage signal.
• A visual Light Emitting Diode switches from green to red light.
• The error state is memorized and continues until the system is actively reset by
turning off the supply voltage.

Fault Monitoring Truth Table

Function LED status Error output status Reaction time Memory
Normal mode Constant green Low
Error mode active FMS
Input signal faults Blinking red
Transducer faults Constant red High 500 ms Yes
Closed loop faults Constand red

Input signal monitoring with PVEP-F.

If the main spool position is within 10% from float position or within ~10% from neutral,
there will be no error; otherwise the PVEP will go into error state.
The closed loop supervision will detect errors such as electrical and hydraulic errors.
It also detects errors like sticking main spool and sticking in the mechanical part of the
feedback transducer.

Reaction Time
Any error condition has to last for a specific time before an error is reported; otherwise
the error condition is ignored.

Float not active Float active

Active fault monitoring 500 ms 1000 ms

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Technical Data

Electrical Specifications

Function PVEP
Supply voltage Vbat range 11 - 32 V
Supply voltage Vbat max. ripple 5%
Supply voltage Vbat over voltage (max. 5 min) 36 V
PWM control range (duty cycle) 10 - 80%
PWM float position control PWM_A = PWM_B = 90%
PWM frequency 100 - 1000 Hz
PWM input voltage swing 0 - Vbat
PWM trigger point 70 % of V bat
Input impedance (standard pull down) 5 kOhm
Input capacitor ---
Power consumption 7W
Error voltage: Fault Vbat
Error voltage: No fault <2V
All connector terminals are short-circuit protected, and protected against reverse connection ( and their
combinations).
Connecting error pins from two or more PVE’s will cause the surveillance system to malfunction

WWARNING
It’s up to the customer to decide on the required degree of safety for the system.

Standard PVEP The main spool position feedback via the LVDT enables PVEP to control the proportional
valve main spool very smoothly and accurately with a hysteresis of typical 3-4%.
PWM frequency can be chosen between 100 to 1000 Hz for A- or B-channel.
Duty cycle A-signal Duty cycle B-signal Error Pin output
Function
(pin 1) (pin 1) (pin 3)
0% 0%
10% 0% Neutral Low
0% 10%
≥10% ≥10% Fault (Error) High
0% 10 → 80% B-port flow Low
10 → 80% 0% A-port flow Low

For the standard PVEP version full stroke is +/– 7.0 mm. An area between 86% and 100 %
DC is used for failure detection, duty cycle in this area is defined as a fault and the failure
detection circuit will be activated. (See section Fault Monitoring System page 5).

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Standard PVEP
(continued)

PWM

P301 024

Typical Minimum Maximum

Dead band close to zero 4% 0% 6%
Actuation area 90% 80% 95%
Hysteresis at 0.02 Hz 4% 2% 6%

Conditions for above features:

Pilot pressure: 10.5 bar [152 psi]
Tank pressure: 10 bar [145 psi]
Oil temperature interval: 30 – 60°C. [86 - 140°F]
Ambient temperature: 20 – 40°C [68 - 104°F]
Viscosity: 21 mm2/s. [101.9 SUS]
Nominal voltage 12 V

PVEP-F For the float version, float position is demanded when applying 90% Duty Cycle
simultaneously to both channels. This situation will not cause the failure detection to
activate.
Duty cycle A-signal Duty cycle B-signal Error Pin output
Function
(pin 1) (pin 1) (pin 3)
0% 0%
10% 0% Neutral Low
0% 10%
≥ 10% ≥ 10% Fault (Error) High
0% 10 → 80% B-port: 0 - 5.5 mm [0.22 in] Low
10 → 80% 0% A-port: 0 - 5.5 mm [0.22 in] Low
90% 90% Float A-port 7.5 mm [0.31 in] Low
≥ 90% 0% Fault (Error) High
0% ≥ 90% Fault (Error) High

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PVEP-F For the Float version, full stroke is +/– 5.5 mm [0.22 in]. Float position occurs at +7.5 mm [0.30 in].
(continued)

Typical Minimum Maximum

Dead band close to zero 4% 0% 6%
Actuation area 90% 80% 95%
Hysteresis at 0.02 Hz 4% 2% 6%

Conditions for above features:

Pilot pressure: 10.5 bar [152 psi]
Tank pressure: 10 bar [145 psi]
Oil temperature interval: 30 – 60°C. [86 - 140°F]
Ambient temperature: 20 – 40°C [68 - 104°F]
Viscosity: 21 mm2/s. [101.9 SUS]
Nominal voltage 12V

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PVEP and PVEP-F Pilot oil consumption and pilot supply

Function Voltage PVEP
min. 12-14 bar
Pilot supply pressure (relative tank)
[174 - 203 psi]
Filter in PVEP inlet module 150 µ
Pilot flow rate per PVE Off 0.3 l/min [0.09 US gal/min]
Pilot flow rate in locked position On 0.1 l/min [0.03 US gal/min]
Pilot flow per 1 full spool travel On 0.001 l [0.0003 US gal/min]

Oil viscosity Oil temperature

Rec. range 12 - 75 mm2/s [65 - 347 SUS] Rec. range 30 - 60˚C [86 -140˚F]
Oil Oil
min. 4 mm /s [39 SUS]
2
min. -30˚C [-22˚F]
viscosity temperature
max. 460 mm2/s [2128 SUS] max. 90˚C [194˚F]

Note: Max. start up viscosity 2500 mm /s 2

Filtering Operating temperature

Max. permissible degree of Min. Max.
Filtering in the
contamination (ISO 4406, 1999 Ambient -30°C [-22°F] 60°C [140°F]
hydraulic system
version): 23/19/16 Stock -40°C [-40°F] 90°C [194°F]

Pilot pressure
nom. 13.5 bar [196 psi]
Pilot pressure
(relative to T min. 10 bar [145 psi]
pressure)
max. 15 bar [217 psi]

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PVEP and PVEP-F Connector

(continued) Deutsch Connector
Grade of enclosure* IP66
*According to the international standard IEC 529.

NB: In particularly exposed applications, protection in the form of screening is

recommended.

Response times
Time Typical Minimum Maximum
Power on - Full stroke 135 ms 100 ms 200 ms
Neutral - Full stroke 90 ms 65 ms 175 ms
Full Stroke -Neutral 130 ms 100 ms 200 ms
Full Stroke -Neutral 80 ms 65 ms 100 ms
Viscosity: 21 mm2/s. [101.9 SUS] Pilot pressure: 10.5 bar [152 psi]

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Accessories and Dimensions

Accessories Cable with connectors

Connector Code no.
6-pin Deutsch DT 11007513

Colour code
Pin 1 White
Pin 2 Blue
Pin 3 Yellow
Pin 4 Red
Pin 5 Black
157-731.10
Pin 6 Green

Dimensions

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Notes

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