A hydraulic fluid flow control circuit, used to control linear actuator speed during retraction, with the pump operating at above maximum pressure, is known as a __________.
• Pressure-compensated vs. non-compensated flow control in hydraulics • Where the flow control valve is installed in relation to the actuator (inlet vs. outlet vs. to tank) • Effect of high/maximum pump pressure on excess flow (returned to tank vs. restricted at actuator)
• Think about what happens to the fluid that is NOT needed for actuator movement when the pump is running at above maximum system pressure. • Consider whether the valve is controlling the flow going into the cylinder, out of the cylinder, or bleeding off to the reservoir. • Ask yourself: which circuit type is specifically associated with using only part of the pump flow for actuator motion while the rest bypasses under high pressure?
• Identify whether the term describes controlling flow on the inlet side, outlet side, or by diverting flow to tank. • Verify which circuit type is typically used when the pump operates at or near maximum pressure continuously. • Check which option is associated with controlling retraction speed by disposing of excess flow rather than throttling all flow through the actuator.
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