If hydraulic pressure is too high, it can lead to various issues and risks.
What happens if hydraulic pressure is too high? 7 Key Risks You Need to Know
1. Hose and Seal Failure
Overpressurization can cause hoses and seals to fail. This leads to leaks and potential system damage. It can result in the loss of hydraulic fluid and decreased system performance.
2. Mechanical Failure
Excessive pressure can cause mechanical failure in pumps, motors, cylinders, and valves. This can lead to malfunctioning or breakdown of these components. The system may not function properly or even completely shut down.
3. Non-Starting Pump
High hydraulic pressure can prevent the pump from starting. This can be due to improper connections, motor protection switch issues, or incorrect operating voltages. In some cases, the oil temperature may also play a role. Heating the pump or using a different oil grade may be necessary.
4. Failure to Reach Optimal Pressure
High hydraulic pressure can prevent the pump from reaching the desired pressure level. This can be caused by factors such as the wrong gauge, external leaks from loose-fitting pipes, improperly closing float valves, dirty or clogged filters, contaminated oil, or the need for changing hydraulic lines.
5. Low Speed
Excess pressure can lead to low speed in the hydraulic system. This can be caused by trapped dirt in the intake, clogged exhaust filters, long or narrow connecting lines, or an anti-suck-back valve with an inappropriate spring length.
6. Rapid Pressure Rise
If the pressure rises too fast when the pump is switched off under vacuum, it may indicate a leak in the system or a malfunctioning anti-suck-back valve. This situation requires troubleshooting and potentially replacing the faulty components.
7. Safety Risks
There are also safety risks associated with high hydraulic pressure. Flooding of the pump can lead to solvent squirting out. This can create fire safety hazards or health risks, especially when dealing with flammable, corrosive, or carcinogenic substances. High pressure can also result in solvent loss and inefficiency in certain processes. For example, in a rotary evaporator system, if the pressure is too high, the solvent may not have enough time to condense into the collection flask, leading to decreased solvent recovery rates. Additionally, if the pressure decreases too quickly, it can cause foaming or too fast evaporation rates, negatively affecting the process efficiency.
It is important to monitor and control hydraulic pressure within the recommended range to ensure safe and efficient operation of hydraulic systems.
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