MODULES

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YUKEN's Modular Valves are stack type valves, and require no piping. They not only rationalise system build, but
they also meet the technical requirements for a variety of hydraulic systems. Stacking systems is a new era in
hydraulics.
The valves have standardized mounting surface conforming to ISO 4401 and optimum thickness for each size. Any
hydraulic circuits can be easily composed by stacking the valves with mounting bolts. The valves can be used
widely for hydraulic systems for various industries such as machine tools, special purpose machines, ships and steel
mill equipment.

Maximum Flow
U.S.GPM
Max. 1 2 5 10 20 50 100 200
Operating
Valve Type Pressure Page
MPa
(PSI) 1 2 3 5 7 10 20 30 50 70 100 200 300 500 700 1000
L/min

005 Series 25
005 517
Modular Valves (3630)

01 Series 31.5
535
Modular Valves (4570) 01 01

03 Series 25
577
Modular Valves (3630) 03 03

06 Series 25
619
Modular Valves (3630) 06

10 Series 25
633
Modular Valves (3630) 10

Maximum Flow for Throttle and Check Modular Valves.

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 Hydraulic Fluids
Fluid Types
Any type of hydraulic fluid listed in the table below can be used.
Petroleum Base Oils Use fluids equivalent to ISO VG 32 or VG 46.
Use phosphate ester or polyol ester fluids. When phosphate ester fluid is used, prefix "F-" to the model
Synthetic Fluids
number because the special seals (fluororubber) are required to be used.
Water-containing Fluids Use water-glycol fluid.
Note: For use with hydraulic fluids other than those listed above, please consult your Yuken representatives in advance.

Recommended Fluid Viscosity and Temperature

Use hydraulic fluids which satisfy the both recommended viscosity and oil temperatures given in the table below.

Name Viscosity Temperature

15 - 200 mm2 /s -15 -
005 Series Modular Valves
(77 - 900 SSU) +60˚C (5 -
140˚F)
01 Series Modular Valves
2
03 Series Modular Valves 15 - 400 mm /s -15 - +70˚C
06 Series Modular Valves (77 - 1800 SSU) (5 - 160˚F)
10 Series Modular Valves

Control of Contamination
Due caution must be paid to maintaining control over contamination of the hydraulic fluids which may otherwise
lead to breakdowns and shorten the life of the valve.
Name Contamination Nominal Filtration

005 Series Modular Valves Within NAS1638 - Grade 11 20 m or less

01 Series Modular Valves

03 Series Modular Valves Within NAS1638 - Grade 12 20 m or less
06 Series Modular Valves
10 Series Modular Valves

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High Pressure, High Flow Rate Modular Valves
Features
1. Installation and mounting space can be minimized.
2. No special skill is required for assembly and any addition or alteration of the hydraulic circuit can be made quickly
and easily.
3. Problems such as oil-leaks, vibration and noise which may be caused by piping are minimized, increasing the
reliability of the hydraulic system.
4. Maintenance and system check-ups can be easily carried out as they are normally installed in stackable units.

Specifications
Max. Operating
Valve Max. Flow 2
Series Pressure Number of Stack
Size L/min (U.S.GPM)
MPa (PSI)
25 15
005 Series 1 to 4 stackes
(3630) (3.96)
31.5 35 [60] 1 3
01 Series 1/8 (4570) (9.24 [15.9]) 1 1 to 5 stackes
1
25 [31.5] 4 70 [120]
03 Series 3/8 (3630 [4570]) 4
(18.5 [31.7])
1

25 500 1 to 5 stackes
06 Series 3/4

F
(3630) (132)
25 800
10 Series 1-1/4 (3630) (211)
1. The values in parentheses represent the max. flow rates for throttle modular valves
(MSP) and throttle check modular valves (MSA/MSB/MSW).
2. Solenoid operated directional valve is included in the number of stack.
3. Solenoid operated directional valve is included in the number of stack. If the
working pressure is above 25 MPa (3630 PSI), the maximum number of layers in a

Modular
stack is 4 including the solenoid operated directional valve.
4. The value range in parentheses represents the tightening torque requirements if the
operating pressure is above 25 MPa (3630 PSI).

Mounting Surface
Mounting surface dimensions conform to ISO 4401 (Hydraulic fluid power four port directional control valves
mounting surface) as listed in the table below.
Name of Valve ISO Mtg. Surface Code No.
01 Series Modular Valve ISO 4401-AB-03-4-A
03 Series Modular Valve ISO 4401-AC-05-4-A
06 Series Modular Valve ISO 4401-AE-08-4-A
10 Series Modular Valve ISO 4401-AF-10-4-A

Stacking Example
03 Series
3/8, Solenoid Operated
Directional Valve
(DSG-03)

Modular Valves

P
T
Base Plate
B W A B A B A B A
(MMC-03)

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Instructions
Caution in the selection of valves and circuit designing
The selection of modular valves, to suit a particular function or hydraulic circuit, are made in exactly the same way
as conventional valves, taking into account of the flow and pressure of each valve to be used. In some cases, the
stacking system may be restricted, so please refer to the following instructions for stacking sequence. Please note,
that when designing a system using modular stacking valves, due consideration should be given to working space
for future maintenance.
Stacking sequence when using reducing valves (for (Incorrect) (Correct)
"A" or "B" line) and pilot operated check valves.
Because reducing valves are spool type, there is an
internal leakage. In the stacking sequence shown in the
Solenoid Operated
drawing left (incorrect), the cylinder moves due to Directional Valve
leakage through the pilot pressure line .
Pilot Operated
Consequently, retaining the position of the cylinder using Check Valve
a pilot operated check valve becomes impossible. The (for "A&B-Lines")
stacking sequence shown in the drawing right (correct) is
required in order to retain the cylinder position. Reducing Valve
(for "B-Line")

P T B A P T B A
Stacking sequence when using reducing valves (for
"A" or "B" line) and throttle and check valves (for
(Incorrect) (Correct)
metre- out).
In B to T flow in the drawing left (incorrect), pressure is
generated at part with a throttle effect of the throttle
Solenoid Operated
and check valve. Depending upon the pressure so Directional Valve
generated, the reducing valve may perform a pressure
reducing function which causes a shortage of output Throttle and
Check Valve
power of the cylinder and spoils the smooth operation of (for "A&B-Lines",
the cylinder.
Therefore, stacking sequence in the drawing right Metre-out)
(correct)
Reducing Valve
is required in this combination. (for "B-Line")
P T B A P T B A

Stacking sequence when using pilot operated check

valves and throttle and check valves (metre-out). (Incorrect) (Correct)
In A to T flow in the drawing left (incorrect), pressure is
generated at part with a throttle effect of the
throttle and check valve. Solenoid Operated
Directional Valve
The pressure so generated acts to shut the pilot operated
check valve and eventually creates an open and shut
Throttle and
operation of the valve repeatedly which may cause the Check
cylinder to have a knocking effect (the same effect Valve (for
will occur in the case of B to T flow). Therefore, the "A&B-Lines",
Metre-out)
stacking sequence in the drawing right (correct) is Pilot Operated
required Check Valve
in this combination. (for "A&B-Lines")
P T B A P T B A

Stacking sequence when using brake valves and (Incorrect) (Correct)

throttle and check valves.
In the drawing left (incorrect), pressure is generated at
part (a load pressure and a back pressure from Solenoid Operated
Directional Valve
throttle effect). For structual reasons of the brake valve,
the load pressure and back pressure act to open the
valve,
therefore, the setting pressure should be more than the
pressure equal to the load pressure plus back pressure (Pa
+ Pb). If the setting pressure is less than Pa + Pb, the Throttle and
brake Check Valve
valve acts and brakes the movement of the actuator in (for "A&B-Lines",
Metre-out)
operation, this eventually reduces the speed of the
actuator.
On the contrary, if the setting pressure is more than Pa + Brake Valve
Pb, shock may occur when braking the actuator since the
setting pressure is too high against the load pressure. P T B A P T B A
Therefore, the stacking sequence in the drawing right
(correct) is required in this combination.
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Base Plates and Sub-Plates Mounting Bolts

When mounting the modular valves, use base plates and sub-plates Modular valves are mounted using stud bolts
specified below. If these base plates and the sub-plates are not which are supplied in a kit form. When
used, ensure that the mounting surface has a good machined mounting, see the following table for tightening
finish. torque. After the test run, be sure to tighten
again firmly within the specified torque.
Base Plates Sub-Plates
Series Bolt Kit Tightening Torque
Model Numbers Page Series Model
Model Numbers
Numbers Nm (in. lbs.) Page
005 Series MMC-005- -20 531 DSGM-005 -20 342
* 005 Series MBK-005-*-20 * 2.5-3.5 (22-31)
01 Series MMC-01- -40 573 DSGM-01 -31 356
* 01 Series MBK-01-*-30 * 5-6[6-7] (44-53[53-62])
03 Series MMC-03-T- -21 615 DSGM-03 -40 373
* 03 Series MBK-03-*-10 * 12-15 (106-133)
06 Series DHGM-06 -50 402
Consult your Yuken representative in advance. 06 Series MBK-06-*-30 * 50-60 (443-531)
DHGM-10 -40
10 Series 10 Series MBK-10-*-10 * 150-170 (1330-1505) 403
The value range in parentheses represents the tightening
torque requirements if the operating pressure is above 25
MPa (3630 PSI).
Assembly Mounting Bolt Kits
Assembly should be carried out in clean conditions and in Solenoid Operated
accordance with the following procedure. Cautious attention Directional Valve
should be paid to ensure that the interface of the valves are clean SOL a SOL b

and free from dirt or other foreign materials.

Assembly Procedure: Modular Valves
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005 Series
1) To stack modular valves and solenoid operated directional
Base Plate
valves according to circuit requirements, match the O-ring

Modular
surfaces to the mounting surface and check the alignment of the
locating pins.
2) Align the right and left sides of the stacked
valves. 005 Series Modular Valves
3) Tighten the four mounting bolts to the specified tightening
torque.
4) Perform an operational test and re-check mounting bolt torque,
re-
tightening if required. Nut Mounting
01-10 Series Stud Bolt Bolt Kits

1) Screw-in the four stud bolts(06 and 10 series: six stud bolts), fully
into the tapped holes on the mounting surface of the specified SOL b SOL a

base plate, sub-plate or manifold. Solenoid Operated

2) Stack the modular valves and solenoid operated directional valves Directional Valve

in accordance with the hydraulic circuit, place the O-ring

inserted surface face onto the base plate and make sure that
Modular Valves
the port arrangement of the modular valves are in the correct
position before stacking the valves onto the stud bolts.
3) Align both the end of the valves stacked.
4) Screw-in the four nuts(06 and 10 series: six nuts) onto the stud Base Plate
bolts and tighten with the specified torque. After the test run, be
sure to re- tighten the nuts firmly within the specified torque.
03 Series Modular Valves
Pressure Drop
Pressure drop curves of the modular valves are those based on viscosity of 35 mm2/s (164 SSU) and specific
gravity of 0.850.
When using the modular valves in conditions other than the above mentioned, find the appropriate values referring to
the following table and formula.
For any other viscosity, multiply the factors in the table below.
2
mm /s 15 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Viscosity
SSU 77 98 141 186 232 278 324 371 417 464
Factor 0.81 0.87 0.96 1.03 1.09 1.14 1.19 1.23 1.27 1.30

For any other specific gravity (G'), the pressure drop ( P') may be obtained from the following formula.
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P'= P (G'/0.850)

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 Interchangeability in Installation between Current and New Design
The model changed for the following models have been made.

Model Numbers Mtg. Inter-

Models changeability Main changes
Current New

Throttle and Check A Modification for large flow use.

MSB-005- -20
Modular Valves MSW-005- -10
* W * Yes
Addition of the valve for A & B
lines.
A Modification for large flow use.
Pilot Operated Check MP B -005-2-10 MPB-005-2-20 Yes
Modular Valves W W Addition of the valve for A
lines.
005 Series Change of the port hole dia. for large flow use
Base Plates Yes
MMC-005- -10 MMC-005- -20 (3.4 Dia. 4.3 Dia.).
* *
Addition of bolt kit for 4-stage stacking.
Change the bolt kit model numbers to conform
Bolt Kits MBK-005- -10 MBK-005- -20 Yes
* * to the required bolt length for the 01 to 10
series
(See the table below for details.)
Throttle Modular
MSP-01-30 MSP-01-50 Yes Modification for large flow use.
Valves
01 Series
Throttle and Check A A
MSB-01- **-40 MSB-01-
Modular Valves W W **-50 Yes Improved Controllability and Operatability.

Relief Modular
MB* -03-* -20 MB* -03-* -30 Yes Higher Operating Pressure.
Valves
03 Series
Reducing Modular P P
MRA-03- *-20 MRA-03- -30
Valves B B * Yes Modification for large flow use.

Comparison of MBK-005 bolt kit model numbers

E C A
B
"D"

"F" Thd.

Bolt Kit Model Numbers Dimensions mm (Inches) The number of the laminating steps
quantity of valves to be stacked
"F" Thd.
including solenoid operated
(New) 20 Design (Old) 10 Design A B C D E directional Valve
MBK-005-01-20 MBK-005-02-10 65(2.56) 2
MBK-005-02-20 MBK-005-03-10 95(3.74) 20 4 7 3 3
(0.79) (0.16) (0.28) (0.12) M4
MBK-005-03-20 125(4.92) 4
MBK-005-05-20 MBK-005-05-10 35(1.38) 1
MBK-005-01-2090 MBK-005-02-1090 65.1(2-9/16) 2
MBK-005-02-2090 MBK-005-03-1090 95.2(3-3/4) 22.4 4.17 6.86 3.6 3
(0.88) (0.164) (0.27) (9/64) No.8-32 UNC
MBK-005-03-2090 125.4(4-15/16) 4
MBK-005-05-2090 MBK-005-05-1090 34.9(1-3/8) 1

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