PVEP

Electrohydraulic
Actuator
Product Electrical
Installation
Tech Note

PVEP Electrohydraulic Actuator

Product Electrical Installation Tech Note
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2007 Sauer-Danfoss. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.

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Front cover illustrations: F301383, 2412

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Contents
Product Overview

Product Image.................................................................................................................................................. 4
Code/ Part Numbers....................................................................................................................................... 4
Description/ Theory of Operation............................................................................................................. 5
Hydraulic Schematics..................................................................................................................................... 7
Electrical Specifications................................................................................................................................. 7

Electrical Installation

Pinout.................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Pin Compatibility............................................................................................................................................. 8
Input/ Output Matrix..................................................................................................................................... 8
Mating Connector........................................................................................................................................... 8

Literature References

Refer to PVG 32 Proportional Valves Technical Information 520L0344, PVG 100 Proportional
Valves Technical Information 520L0720, PVE Series 4 for PVG 32, PVG 100 and PVG 120
Technical Information 520L0553, Instructions for PVG Series 4 for PVEP 520L0921 for
complete product electrical and mechanical specifications.
Refer to PVEP Compliant Function Block User Manual 11020634 for compliant function
block set-up information.
Technical literature is available at: www.sauer-danfoss.com

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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 the PVEP.

Code/ Part Numbers

PVEP
PVEP Proportional Actuation
Standard PVEP

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Deutsch DT Connector
157B4752

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Description/
Theory of Operation

The philosophy of Sauer-Danfoss electrohydraulic actuation, type PVE, is integration

of electronics, sensors and actuators into a single unit that interfaces directly to the
proportional valve body.
Proportional Valve Body

Closed Loop Control

All the proportional actuators feature an integrated feedback transducer that measures
spool movement in relation to the input signal, 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. This results in lower hysteresis and better
resolution. Furthermore the electronics enable built in safety like fault monitoring,
directional indication and LED light indication.
Closed Loop Control Schematic
Set Point

Solenoid
Valve Bridge

Feed Back Signal

Spool or
Piston

Spool Position

Transducer
157-503.10

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Description/
Theory of Operation
(continued)

Concept
Basic Concept/ Controller and PVEP
Driver
A
Sense

Set Point Position

to
PWM

Driver
B
Sense

Valve
11 to 32 V
PVE
157-595.13

The PVEP is driven by two low current PWM inputs, called PWM_A and PWM_B. The duty
cycle of the PWM signal determine the spool position.
Duty Cycle Definition
T = Period [s]

ti = Time impulse (< V bat)

ti

tp

Duty cycle [%] = (ti/T) * 100%

tp = Time pause ( 0 voltage)

2410

In the PVEP the duty cycle of the pulse is measured as a true time difference
measurement. The PVEP interprets the duty cycle and positions the spool accordingly.

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Hydraulic Schematics

PVEP
Us

Input
Signal
LVDT
Signal

Electrical Specifications

PWM

The following technical data is from typical test results. For the hydraulic system
a mineral based hydraulic oil with a viscosity of 21 mm2/second [102 SUS] and a
temperature of 50 C [122 F] were used.
Specifications
Supply Voltage Vbat Range
10 to 32 Vdc
Supply Voltage Vbat Max. Ripple
5%
Supply Voltage Vbat Over Voltage (Max. 5 Min) 36 Vdc
PWM Control Range (Duty Cycle)
10 to 80 %
PWM Float Position Control
PWM_A = PWM_B = 90%
PWM Frequency
100 to 1000 Hz
PWM Input Voltage Swing
0 to > Vbat
PWM Input Low Voltage
0 to 0.6 Vdc
PWM Input High Voltage
5 to 32 Vdc
Input Impedance (Standard Pull Down)
5 k
Input Capacitor
-Power Consumption
7W
Error Voltage (Fault Monitoring)
No fault = 0 Voltage
Fault = Vbat
All connector terminals are short circuit protected and protected against reverse connection
(and their combinations)

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 to 4%. PWM
frequency can be chosen between 100 to 1000 Hz for A or B channel.
WWarning
Its up to the customer to decide on the required degree of safety for the system.

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Pinout

Pinout
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6

Pin Compatibility

Pin location
Connector
PWM_A
Error
PWM_B
No connection
Ground
U DC

3
2
1

2411

PLUS+1 Module Pin Type/ PVEP Pin Compatibility

PLUS+1 Module Pin Type
DOUT/PVG Pwr 1-3
PWMOUT/DOUT/PVGOUT 1-3
Power ground Dig in

Input/ Output Matrix

4
5
6

Acceptable Use: Deutsch Connector Pin Number

6
1, 3
5
2

PVEP Input/ Output Matrix

Duty Cycle A-Signal
Duty Cycle B-Signal
(Pin 1)
(Pin 2)
0%
0%
<10%
0%
0%
<10%
10%
10%
0%
10 to 80%
10 to 80%
0%
* If no internal faults are detected in the PVEP.

Function

Error Pin Output

(Pin 3)

Neutral

Low*

Fault (error)
B-port flow
A-port flow

High
Low*
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.

Mating Connector

PVEP Mating Connector Parts List

Description
Connector
Wedge lock
Socket contact (14 and 16 AWG)

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Quantity
1
1
4

Ordering Number
Deutsch DTO6-6S
Deutsch W6S
Deutsch 0462-201-16141

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