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Counterbalance Valves

Counterbalance valves allow raised loads to be lowered safely, with a minimum of wasted energy. The Counterbalance Valves lesson provides a thorough look inside the valve, and valuable information on how it functions, as well as important safety and maintenance tips. Animations let you engage with virtual systems - watch what happens to the loaded actuator as you increase the load, or swap the counterbalance valve for a pilot operated check valve!

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You should be able to:

  • Describe the purpose of a counterbalance valve
  • Demonstrate how counterbalance valves function
  • List common uses of counterbalance valves
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