MOOG 79 Series (79-100) Servo Valves

1. INTRODUCTION

This manual provides instructions and procedures necessary

to install, operate and troubleshoot the Moog Inc. Series 79-100 Industrial

Servovalve. Loop closure of the third stage spool requires external electronics

consult factory for suggested Moog electronics model numbers.

2. OPERATION

The Moog Inc. Series 79-100 Industrial Servovalve consists of a two stage

mechanical feedback pilot valve and a high flow third stage with electrical

feedback. Proper operation requires the use of user provided electronics to

condition the spool position transducer, compare actual spool position to

command and to generate a current signal to the pilot valve.

In a typical system, a spool position command signal is compared to the

actual spool position signal in the servoamplifier.The error (difference) is

converted to a current signal and used to drive the pilot valve spool in the

proper direction.The pilot valve spool directs oil flow to one end of the third

stage spool, moving the spool. Spool movement is sensed by the spool position

transducer and spool motion continues until the spool position signal is equal

to the command signal.At this point, the servoamplifier current returns to near

zero, the pilot valve returns to null and the third stage spool is held in position.

3.HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PREPARATION

To prolong servovalve operational life and to reduce hydraulic system

maintenance,it is recommended that the hydraulic fluid be kept at a cleanliness

level of ISO DIS 4406 Code 16/13 maximum,14/11 recommended.The most

effective filtration scheme incorporates the use of a kidney loop or “off-line”

filtration as one of the major filtration components.The filter for the “off-line”

filtration scheme should be a ß3≥75 filter for maximum effectiveness.

Upon system startup and prior to mounting the servovalve,the entire

hydraulic system should be purged of built-in contaminating particles by an

adequate flushing.The servovalve should be replaced by a flushing manifold,and

the hydraulic circuit powered up under conditions of fluid temperature and fluid

velocity reasonably simulating normal operating conditions.New system filters

are installed during the flushing process whenever the pressure drop across the

filter element becomes excessive.The flushing processes should turn over the

fluid in the reservoir between fifty to one hundred times.

To maintain a clean hydraulic system,the filters must be replaced on a

periodic basis. It is best to monitor the pressure drop across the filter assembly

and replace the filter element when the pressure drop becomes excessive. In

addition to other filters that are installed in the hydraulic circuit,it is

recommended that a large capacity,low pressure ß3≥75 filter be installed in the

return line.This filter will increase the interval between filter element

replacements and greatly reduce the system contamination level.

4.INSTALLATION

The Moog 79-100 Series Industrial Servovalve may be mounted in any

position,provided the servovalve pressure,control and return ports match

respective manifold ports.

Caution: If the servovalve is mounted vertically,the third stage spool may drift

to one side when hydraulics are shut off.This may result in sudden movement of

equipment when starting up.

The mounting pattern and port location of the servovalve is shown on

Figure 2.The servovalve should be mounted with 3/8-16 x 2.25 inch long high

strength socket head capscrews.Apply a light film of oil to the screw threads

and torque to 50 foot pounds.

On selected models,the pilot valve supply and return may be supplied

through external lines attached to the valve body or an intermediate manifold.

Wire mating connector for desired coil configuration and polarity.Thread

connector to valve.Wire transducer according to the installation drawing,

Figure 2.

5.MECHANICAL NULL ADJUSTMENT

There is no mechanical null adjust.Typically,a bias potentiometer is

provided on the electronics to null the valve.If adjustment of the transducer is

required,refer to the proper steps below.

a. Remove the two socket head screws holding the transducer cover to the

end cap.Carefully remove cover to prevent damage to the transducer

wiring.

b. Loosen the jam nut using a 15/8open end wrench.

c. Adjust transducer case to achieve required transducer null voltage.

Caution:Limit adjustment to ±2 turns.Excess loosening of transducer

case will result in the release of hydraulic fluid.

d. Tighten jam nut.Replace transducer cover,being careful not to damage the

transducer wires,using two socket head capscrews with lockwashers.

Torque to 10 inch pounds.

Tools and Equipment

a. Metric Allen wrench set

b. Standard Allen wrench set

c. Open end wrench

6.GENERAL SERVICING RECOMMENDATIONS

a. Disconnect electrical lead to servovalve.

b. Relieve hydraulic system of residual pressure.

c. Remove servovalve.

8.FUNCTIONAL CHECKOUT AND CENTERING

a. Install servovalve on hydraulic system or test fixture,but do not connect

electrical lead.

b. Apply required system pressure to servovalve and visually examine for evi

dence of external leakage.If leakage is present and cannot be rectified by

replacing O-Rings,remove the discrepant component and return for

repair or replacement.

c. Connect electrical leads to servovalve and check phasing in accordance

with system requirements.

9.AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITIES

If servovalve continues to malfunction after all recommended corrective

action procedures are performed,defective valve should be returned to Moog

for repair.Moog does not authorize any facilities other than Moog or Moog

subsidiaries to repair its servovalves.It is recommended you contact Moog at

(716)655-3000 to locate your closest Moog repair facility.Repair by an

independent (unauthorized) repair house will result in voiding the Moog

warranty and could lead to performance degradation or safety problems.