Counterbalance valve

Counterbalance valve is a self-locking hydraulic device. It's purpose is to ensure one-way flow of hydraulic liquid. There are 3 types commonly used:

• Internally piloted counterbalance valve

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• Externally piloted counterbalance valve

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• Internally/Externally piloted counterbalance valve

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Usually used to support a hoisted/lifted load or prevent a load from dropping uncontrolled