Fluid direction is controlled by:
Poppet (piston or ball)
Rotary Spool
Sliding Spool
DCV are classified by:
Type of internal valving element Methods of actuation Number of flow paths Size Connections
Check Valves
In-line check valve
Right angle check valve
Restictive check valve
Pilot operated check valve
Two types of Pilot operated check valves:
Pilot-to-Open
Pilot-to-Close
Spool Positions
Spring Centered
Spring Offset
Detented
Spool Center Conditions
Closed Center
Open Center
Float Center
Tandem Center
Types of Actuators
Manual or Lever Mechanical Pneumatic Hydraulic Electrical Solenoid