Axial Piston Variable Pump

A18VO Series 11
RE 92270
Issue: 06.2012
Replaces: 06.2009

▶▶ Sizes 55 to 107
▶▶ Nominal pressure 350 bar
▶▶ Maximum pressure 400 bar
▶▶ For commercial vehicles
▶▶ Open circuit

Features Contents
▶▶ Variable pump with axial tapered piston rotary group of Ordering code 2
bent-axis design with special characteristics and dimen- Technical data 3
sions for use in commercial vehicles. DRS – Pressure controller with load sensing 8
▶▶ The flow is proportional to the drive speed and displace- EP – Proportional control electric 10
ment. Dimensions size 55 12
▶▶ The flow can be infinitely varied by adjusting the bent- Dimensions size 80 14
axis angle. Dimensions size 107 16
▶▶ Favorable power-to-weight ratio, compact dimensions, Suction stud 19
optimum efficiency, economical design Coupling flange 20
▶▶ High self-suction capability Connector for solenoids 21
▶▶ Flange and shaft designed for direct mounting on the Installation instructions 22
power take-off of commercial vehicles Other related documents 23
▶▶ Low noise levels General instructions 24
▶▶ Increased pressure (350/400 bar) compared to standard
pump A17VO

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2 A18VO Series 11 | Ordering code

Ordering code

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15
A18V O 0 / 11 N W K0 0 –

Axial piston unit

01 Bent-axis design, variable, nominal pressure 350 bar, maximum pressure 400 bar, for commercial vehicles (trucks) A18V

Operating mode
02 Pump, open circuit O

Sizes (NG)
03 Geometric displacement, see table of values on page 6 055 080 107

Control devices 055 080 107

04 Pressure controller with load sensing ● ● ● DRS
Proportional control electric positive control U = 24 V ● ● ● EP2
negative control U = 24 V ○ ○ ● EP6

Connector for solenoids (see page 21)

05 Without connector (without solenoid, only for hydraulic controller) 0
DEUTSCH – molded connector, 2-pin – without suppressor diode P

Additional functions 1
06 Without additional functions 0

Series
07 Series 1, index 1 11

Configuration of ports and fastening threads

08 Metric, port threads with profiled sealing ring according to DIN 3852 N

Directions of rotation
09 Viewed on drive shaft clockwise R
counter-clockwise L

Seals
10 FKM (fluor-caoutchouc) including the 2 shaft seal rings in FKM W

Mounting flange
11 Special flange ISO 7653-1985 (for trucks) K0

Drive shaft
12 Splined shaft similar to DIN ISO 14 (for trucks) E8
Splined shaft E8 with coupling flange C8

Port plate for service lines

13 Threaded ports A and S at rear 1
Threaded ports A and S at rear, with suction stud mounted in S 2

Auxiliary functions 2
14 Without auxiliary functions 0

Standard / special version

15 Standard version 0
Special version S

● = Available ○ = On request

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Technical data

Hydraulic fluid Details regarding the choice of hydraulic fluid

Before starting project planning, please refer to our data The correct choice of hydraulic fluid requires knowledge of
sheets RE 90220 (mineral oil) and RE 90221 (environmen- the operating temperature in relation to the ambient tem-
tally acceptable hydraulic fluids) for detailed information perature: in an open circuit the reservoir temperature.
regarding the choice of hydraulic fluid and application The hydraulic fluid should be chosen so that the operating
conditions. viscosity in the operating temperature range is within the
If environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids are used, the optimum range (νopt see shaded area of the selection dia-
limitations regarding technical data or other seals must be gram). We recommended that the higher viscosity class be
observed. Please contact us. selected in each case.
Example: At an ambient temperature of X °C, an operating
Note temperature of 60 °C is set in the circuit. In the optimum
Variable pump A18VO is not suitable for operation with operating viscosity range (νopt, shaded area), this corre-
water-containing HF hydraulic fluid. sponds to the viscosity classes VG 46 or VG 68; to be
selected: VG 68.
▼▼ Selection diagram
-40° -20° 0° 20° 40° 60° 80° 100°
1600
Note
1600
1000 The case drain temperature, which is affected by pressure
600
400 and speed, can be higher than the reservoir temperature.
200 At no point of the component may the temperature be
VG

VG 68
VG 32
VG 46
VG 22
Viscosity ν [mm2/s]

10

100 higher than 115 °C. The temperature difference specified

0

60 below is to be taken into account when determining the

40 36 viscosity in the bearing.
νopt If the above conditions cannot be maintained due to
20
16 extreme operating parameters, please contact us.
10

5 5
-40° -25° -10° 0° 10° 30° 50° 70° 90° 115°
Temperature t [°C]

tmin = -40 °C Hydraulic fluid temperature range tmax = +115 °C

Viscosity and temperature of hydraulic fluid

Viscosity [mm2/s] Temperature Comment
Transport and storage Tmin ≥ -40 °C factory preservation:
at ambient temperature Topt = +5 °C to +20 °C up to 12 months with standard, up to 24 months with long-term
(Cold) start-up νmax = 1600 TSt ≥ -40 °C t ≤ 3 min, without load (p ≤ 50 bar), n ≤ 1000 rpm
Permissible temperature difference ΔT ≤ 25 K between axial piston unit and hydraulic fluid
Warm-up phase ν < 1600 to 400 T = -40 °C to -25 °C at p ≤ 0.7 • pnom, n ≤ 0.5 • nnom and t ≤ 15 min
Operating phase
Temperature difference ΔT = approx. 12 K between hydraulic fluid in the bearing and at port R
Maximum temperature 115 °C in the bearing
103 °C measured at port R
Continuous operation ν = 400 to 10 T = -25 °C to +90 °C measured at port R,
νopt = 36 to 16 no restriction within the permissible data
Short-term operation νmin ≥ 7 Tmax = +103 °C measured at port R, t < 3 min, p < 0.3 • pnom
Shaft seal FKM T ≤ +115 °C see page 4

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Filtration of the hydraulic fluid

Finer filtration improves the cleanliness level of the hydrau-
lic fluid, which increases the service life of the axial piston
unit.
To ensure the functional reliability of the axial piston unit,
a gravimetric analysis of the hydraulic fluid is necessary to
determine the amount of solid contaminant and to deter-
mine the cleanliness level according to ISO 4406. A cleanli-
ness level of at least 20/18/15 is to be maintained.
At very high hydraulic fluid temperatures (90 °C to maxi-
mum 115 °C), a cleanliness level of at least 19/17/14
according to ISO 4406 is necessary.
If the above classes cannot be achieved, please contact us.

Case drain fluid

The case drain chamber is connected to the suction cham-
ber. A case drain line from the case to the reservoir is not
required (port "R" is plugged).
On versions with DRS control, a case drain line for dis-
charge from port "T" to the reservoir is absolutely essential
(not necessary for EP control).

Shaft seal
The FKM shaft seal may be used for case drain tempera-
tures from -25 °C to +115 °C.
Note
For the temperature range below -25 °C, the values in the
table on page 3 are to be observed.

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Operating pressure range

Valid when using hydraulic fluids based on mineral oils
Pressure at service line port A Definition
Nominal pressure pnom 350 bar absolute The nominal pressure corresponds to the maximum design pressure.
Maximum pressure pmax 400 bar absolute The maximum pressure corresponds to the maximum operating pressure within
Single operating period 5 s the single operating period. The sum of the single operating periods must not ex-
ceed the total operating period.
Total operating period 50 h
Minimum pressure (high-pressure 10 bar absolute Minimum pressure at the high-pressure side (A) which is required in order to pre-
side) vent damage to the axial piston unit.
Rate of pressure change RA max 9000 bar/s Maximum permissible rate of pressure rise and reduction during a pressure
change over the entire pressure range.
Pressure at suction port S (inlet)
Minimum pressure pS min 0.8 bar absolute Minimum pressure at suction port S (inlet) which is required in order to prevent
damage to the axial piston unit. The minimum pressure is dependent on the speed
and displacement of the axial piston unit.
Maximum pressure pS max 2 bar absolute

▼▼ Rate of pressure change RA max

pnom

∆t
Pressure p

∆p

Time t

▼▼ Pressure definition

t2
Single operating period t1 tn
Maximum pressure pmax
Nominal pressure pnom
Pressure p

Minimum pressure (high-pressure side)

Time t

Total operating period = t1 + t2 + ... + tn

Note
Values for other hydraulic fluids, please contact us.

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Table of values
Theoretical values, without efficiency and tolerances;
values rounded
Size NG 55 80 107
Displacement geometric, per revolution Vg max cm3 54.8 80 107
Speed maximum 1)
at Vg max nnom rpm 2500 2240 2150
at Vg < 0.74 • Vg max nmax1 rpm 3400 3000 2900
Speed maximum 2)
nmax2 rpm 3750 3350 3200
Flow at nnom and Vg max qv L/min 137 179 230
Power at nnom, Vg max and Δp = 350 bar P kW 80 105 134
Torque at Vg max and Δp = 350 bar T Nm 305 446 596
Rotary stiffness Vg max to 0.5 • Vg max cmin Nm/rad 10594 15911 21469
0.5 • Vg max bis 0(interpolated) cmax Nm/rad 32103 48971 67666
Moment of inertia for rotary group JGR kgm 2
0.0034 0.0066 0.0109
Maximum angular acceleration α rad/s² 31600 24200 19200
Case volume V L 0.6 0.8 1.2
Mass moment TG Nm 21 32 41
Mass (approx.) m kg 16 21 25
1) The values are valid:
‒ at an absolute pressure pabs = 1 bar at suction port S Determining the operating characteristics
‒ for the optimum viscosity range from νopt = 36 to 16 mm2/s Formulas
‒ with hydraulic fluid based on mineral oils
Vg • n • ηv
2) Maximum rotational speed (limit speed) for increased inlet pres- Flow qv = [L/min]
sure pabs at suction port S and Vg < Vg max, see the following dia- 1000
gram Vg • Δp
Torque T = [Nm]
20 • π • ηmh
1.5
2π•T•n qv • Δp
Power P = = [kW]
1.4 2.0 60000 600 • ηt
1.9
Inlet pressure pabs [bar]

1.8
1.3 1.7 Key
1.6
Speed n/nnom

1.5 Vg = Displacement per revolution in cm3

1.2
1.4 Δp = Differential pressure in bar
1.3
1.1 1.2 n = Speed in rpm
1.1 ηv = Volumetric efficiency
1.0 1.0
ηmh = Mechanical-hydraulic efficiency
0.9
0.9 ηt = Total efficiency (ηt = ηv • ηmh)
0.8
0.8
0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0
Displacement Vg/Vg max

Note
Operation above the maximum values or below the mini-
mum values may result in a loss of function, a reduced
service life or in the destruction of the axial piston unit.
Other permissible limit values, with respect to speed
variation, reduced angular acceleration as a function of
the frequency and the permissible start up angular accel-
eration (lower than the maximum angular acceleration)
can be found in data sheet RE 90261.

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Permissible axial forces of the drive shaft

The values given are maximum values and do not apply
to continuous operation. For drives with radial loading
(pinion, V-belt drives), please contact us!
Size NG 55 80 107
When standstill or when axial piston unit operating in ± Fax max N 0 0 0
non-pressurized conditions
Permissible axial force + Fax max N/bar 66 86 103
Fax ±
per bar operating pressure − Fax max N/bar 0 0 0

Note
Influence of the direction of the permissible axial force:
+ Fax max = Increase in service life of bearings
− Fax max = Reduction in service life of bearings (avoid)

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8 A18VO Series 11 | DRS – Pressure controller with load sensing

DRS – Pressure controller with load sensing

Function of the pressure controller Load sensing function

The pressure controller limits the maximum pressure at the The load sensing controller works as a load-pressure con-
pump outlet within the control range of the pump. The trolled flow compensator and adjusts the displacement of
variable pump only delivers as much hydraulic fluid as the the pump to the volume required by the consumer.
consumers actually need. If the operating pressure exceeds The flow of the pump is then dependent on the cross sec-
the pressure setpoint set at the integrated pressure valve, tion of the external metering orifice (1), which is located
the pump will regulate to a smaller displacement to reduce between the pump and the consumer. Below the setting of
the control deviation. the pressure control and within the control range of the
In a non-pressurized state, the pump is swiveled to its pump, the flow is not dependent on the load pressure.
initial position to Vg max by a return spring. As a rule, the metering orifice is a separately located load
▶▶ Setting range for pressure control: 80 to 400 bar sensing directional valve (control block). The position of
▶▶ Standard setting: 350 bar the directional valve piston determines the opening cross
section of the metering orifice and thus the flow of the
Note pump.
A pressure-relief valve is provided to limit the maximum The load sensing controller compares the pressure before
pressure in the system. This must be at least 20 bar above the metering orifice with that after the orifice and maintains
the control setting at the start of opening. the pressure drop encountered here (differential pressure
The pressure controller overrides the load sensing control- Δp) and thus the flow constant.
ler, i.e. the load sensing function operates below the set If the differential pressure Δp at the metering orifice rises,
pressure. the pump is swiveled back (toward Vg min). If the differential
pressure Δp drops, the pump is swiveled out (toward
Vg max) until equilibrium at the metering orifice is restored.

ΔpMetering orifice = pPump – pConsumer

▶▶ Setting range for Δp 19 to 40 bar
▶▶ Standard setting: 30 bar
The stand-by pressure in zero-stroke mode (metering orifice
closed) is slightly higher than the ∆p setting.

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▼▼ Characteristic DRS Zero-stroke mode

The standard version is designed for intermittent, constant-
pressure operation. Short-term (< 1 min), zero-stroke oper-
400 ation is permissible up to an operating pressure
pnom = 350 bar with reservoir temperature ≤ 50 °C.

max. 10 bar
Operating pressure pB [bar]

Note
To ensure thermal stability, a case drain line from port "T"
to the reservoir is generally required with the DRS control-
ler (not needed for EP control).

When ordering, please state in plain text:

▶▶ Pressure control setting
80 ▶▶ Δp setting for load sensing function
If these details are missing from the order, the pump will be
qv min Flow qv [L/min] qv max delivered with the standard setting, see page 8.

▼▼ Schematic DRS

X
R

(1)
MA

Vg min

Vg max

MS

M1

(1) The sensing orifice (control block) is not included in the

delivery contents.

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EP – Proportional control electric

The proportional control electric, provides infinite adjust- Technical data, solenoid
ment of the displacement,. proportional to the control EP2 EP6
current applied to the solenoid. Voltage 24 V ±20% 24 V ±20%
Control current
EP2 ‒ positive control
Beginning of control approx. 230 mA 200 mA
Adjustment from Vg min to Vg max
End of control 600 mA 600 mA
With increasing control current, the pump swivels to a
Limiting current 0.77 A 0.77 A
higher displacement. A control pressure is required to
Nominal resistance (at 20 °C) 22.7 Ω 22.7 Ω
swivel the pump from its initial position Vg min to Vg max. The
Dither frequency 100 Hz 100 Hz
necessary control power is taken from the operating pres-
Duty cycle 100 % 100 %
sure. To enable a pressure to be built up, a residual volume
Type of protection see connector design page 21
of approx. 10% of Vg max is a fixed setting.
The following electronic controllers and amplifiers are
EP6 ‒ negative control available for controlling the proportional solenoids:
Adjustment from Vg max to Vg min ▶▶ BODAS controller RC
With increasing control current, the pump swivels to a –– RE 95200 ‒ series 20
lower displacement. The necessary control power is taken –– RE 95201 ‒ series 21
from the operating pressure. –– RE 95202 ‒ series 22
–– RE 95203, RE 95204 ‒ series 30
▼▼ Characteristic EP and application software
EP6 EP2
▶▶ RE 95230 ‒ Analog amplifier RA
800 Further information can also be found on the Internet at

700
www.boschrexroth.com/mobile-electronics.
Control current I [mA]

600

500

400

300

200

100
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0
Displacement Vg /Vg max

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▼▼ Schematic EP2

R M1
A

MA
Vg min
Vg max
MS

▼▼ Schematic EP6

R
A

MA

Vg min
Vg max MS

M1

Note
The spring return feature in the controller is not a safety
device. The controller can stick in an undefined position
by internal contamination (contaminated hydraulic fluid,
abrasion or residual contamination from system compo-
nents). As a result, the control will no longer respond
correctly to the operator's commands.
Check whether the application on your machine requires
additional safety measures, in order to bring the driven
actuator into a controlled and safe position (e. g. immedi-
ate stop).

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Dimensions size 55

DRS – Pressure controller with load sensing

266
211
143 107
X T
15 96
9 80
R

125
128
110
°
.5

2.11)
12 R12
0
Y
ø80 -0.03
-0.06
ø115
111

80
13
32
76
91
A, S

180
110
MA Waist dimension

MS
M1
132.71)
229
232
242

View Y View Y
Counter-clockwise rotation Clockwise rotation

116
42
12
X T T X
G3/4

G1

S A A S

MS MA MA MS

M1 M1
1.81) 1.81)
14 17
55
118

1) Center of gravity

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EP2 – Proportional control electric, positive control

View Y
275 Clockwise rotation

M1 M1
R MS MS

131
MA MA
Y

32

26
12
A, S A S

19.41)

224
1321)
242 0.51)
252 (MA)
255 (MS)

Drive shaft
Splined shaft similar to DIN ISO 14 ...with coupling flange
E8 ‒ 8x32x35 C8
36.8
28 60.7
9.5
ø34.9-0.1

ø38.4
ø42
ø8.1
M12 x 1.751)2)

12
26.1
55

Groove for retaining ring

35 x 1.5 DIN 471

Ports
Designation Port for Standard Size2) Maximum pressure [bar]3) State6)
A Service line DIN ISO 228 G3/4; 16 deep 400 O
S Suction line DIN ISO 228 G1; 18 deep 2 O
T Drain line (DRS only) DIN 3852 5)
M12 x 1.5; 12 deep 2 O
MA Measuring pressure A DIN 38525) M10 x 1; 8 deep 400 X
MS Measuring suction pressure DIN 38525) M10 x 1; 8 deep 2 X
M1 Measuring stroking chamber DIN 38525) M12 x 1.5; 12 deep 400 X
R Air bleed DIN 3852 5)
M18 x 1.5; 12 deep 2 X4)
X Load pressure (load sensing) ISO 119265) 7/16-20UNF-2B; 11.5 deep 400 O

1) Center bore according to DIN 332 (thread according to DIN 13) 4) Only open port R for filling and air bleed.
2) Observe the general instructions on page 24 for the maximum 5) The spot face can be deeper than specified in the appropriate stan-
tightening torques. dard.
3) Momentary pressure spikes may occur depending on the applica- 6) O = Must be connected (plugged on delivery)
tion. Keep this in mind when selecting measuring devices and fit- X = Plugged (in normal operation)
tings.

Dimensions
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Dimensions size 80

DRS – Pressure controller with load sensing

288
233
165
X T
15 107
9 96
80
R

134
132
116
°
.5

6.51)
12 R12
0
Y
ø80 -0.06
-0.03
111
ø130

80
13
36
86
103
A, S
117

195
Waist dimension
MA
MS

157.51) M1
248
252
263

View Y View Y
Counter-clockwise rotation Clockwise rotation

116
42
12
X T T X

G1 1/4
G1

S A A S

MS MA MA MS

M1 M1
1.8 1) 1.81)
14 18
60
128

1) Center of gravity

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EP2 – Proportional control electric, positive control

View Y View Y
298 Counter-clockwise rotation Clockwise rotation

M1 M1 M1
R MS MS MS

139
MA MA MA
Y

36

30
13
A, S S A A S

24.91)

238
155.61)
263 0.21) 0.21)
274 (MA)
278 (MS)

Drive shaft
Splined shaft similar to DIN ISO 14 ...with coupling flange
E8 ‒ 8x32x35 C8
36.8
28 60.7
9.5
ø34.9-0.1

ø38.4
ø42
ø8.1
M12 x 1.751)2)

12
26.1
55

Groove for retaining ring

35 x 1.5 DIN 471

Ports
Designation Port for Standard Size2) Maximum pressure [bar]3) State6)
A Service line DIN ISO 228 G1; 18 deep 400 O
S Suction line DIN ISO 228 G1 1/4; 20 deep 2 O
T Drain line (DRS only) DIN 3852 5)
M12 x 1.5; 12 deep 2 O
MA Measuring pressure A DIN 38525) M10 x 1; 8 deep 400 X
MS Measuring suction pressure DIN 38525) M10 x 1; 8 deep 2 X
M1 Measuring stroking chamber DIN 38525) M12 x 1.5; 12 deep 400 X
R Air bleed DIN 3852 5)
M18 x 1.5; 12 deep 2 X4)
X Load pressure (load sensing) ISO 119265) 7/16-20UNF-2B; 11.5 deep 400 O

1) Center bore according to DIN 332 (thread according to DIN 13) 4) Only open port R for filling and air bleed.
2) Observe the general instructions on page 24 for the maximum 5) The spot face can be deeper than specified in the appropriate stan-
tightening torques. dard.
3) Momentary pressure spikes may occur depending on the applica- 6) O = Must be connected (plugged on delivery)
tion. Keep this in mind when selecting measuring devices and fit- X = Plugged (in normal operation)
tings.

Dimensions
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Dimensions size 107

DRS – Pressure controller with load sensing

309
249
179 X T 107
15 96
9 80
R

141
137
126
9.41)
R12
°
.5

0
12

Y
ø80 -0.03
-0.06
ø140
111

80
13
40
91
108
A, S

206
124
Waist dimension
MA
MS
M1
166.91)
252
264
282

View Y View Y
Counter-clockwise rotation Clockwise rotation
116
42
12
X T T X

G1 1/4
G1

S A A S

MS MA MA MS

M1 M1
1.4
1)
1.41)
14 19.5
63
134

1) Center of gravity

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EP2 – Proportional control electric, positive control

View Y View Y
319 Counter-clockwise rotation Clockwise rotation

M1 M1 M1
R MS MS MS

145
MA MA MA
Y

40

35
14
A, S S A A S

26.51)

249
166.81)
282 (A, S) 0.21) 0.21)
283 (MS)
287 (MA)

EP6 – Proportional control electric, negative control

View Y
307 Clockwise rotation
187

A, S A S
7.51)

MA MA
MS MS
M1 M1
1711)
0.21)

Dimensions
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Drive shaft
Splined shaft similar to DIN ISO 14 ...with coupling flange
E8 ‒ 8x32x35 C8
36.8
28 60.7
9.5
ø34.9-0.1

ø38.4
ø42
ø8.1
M12 x 1.751)2)

12
26.1
55

Groove for retaining ring

35 x 1.5 DIN 471

Ports
Designation Port for Standard Size2) Maximum pressure [bar]3) State6)
A Service line DIN ISO 228 G1; 18 deep 400 O
S Suction line DIN ISO 228 G1 1/4; 20 deep 2 O
T Drain line (DRS only) DIN 3852 5)
M12 x 1.5; 12 deep 2 O
MA Measuring pressure A DIN 38525) M10 x 1; 8 deep 400 X
MS Measuring suction pressure DIN 38525) M10 x 1; 8 deep 2 X
M1 Measuring stroking chamber DIN 3852 5)
M12 x 1.5; 12 deep 400 X
R Air bleed DIN 38525) M18 x 1.5; 12 deep 2 X4)
X Load pressure (load sensing) ISO 11926 5)
7/16-20UNF-2B; 11.5 deep 400 O

1) Center bore according to DIN 332 (thread according to DIN 13) 4) Only open port R for filling and air bleed.
2) Observe the general instructions on page 24 for the maximum 5) The spot face can be deeper than specified in the appropriate stan-
tightening torques. dard.
3) Momentary pressure spikes may occur depending on the applica- 6) O = Must be connected (plugged on delivery)
tion. Keep this in mind when selecting measuring devices and fit- X = Plugged (in normal operation)
tings.

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Suction stud

Dimensions

E
E F
F B
E D
F B
D

G
A

B
D
C

G
C
A
SW

C
A
SW
SW

H H H

J
J

K
K

Axial piston unit Suction stud

NG Port S Inner ⌀ Version Material
A B [in] B [mm] number ⌀C ⌀D E F G SW H J K
55 G1 1 1/2 39 Straight R902600251 23.5 33.5 72 54 ‒ 41 301 44 63
55 G1 2 51 R902602028 26 44 82 64 ‒ 55 312 47 70
80 G1 1/4 2 51 R902600252 30 44 85 65 ‒ 55 335 51 76
107 354 55 79
107 G1 1/4 2 1/2 63 R902601630 31 54 82 64 ‒ 65 354 54 79
55 G1 1 1/2 39 45° R909831600 26 31 101 82 45 41 342 7 59
55 G1 2 51 R902602029 26 43 100 81 44 41 344 7 61
80 G1 1/4 2 51 R909831597 34 43 101 81 40 50 364 15 68
107 383 18 71
107 G1 1/4 2 1/2 63 R902601631 35 54 100 81 44 50 387 14 74
55 G1 1 1/2 39 90° R909831599 26 31 64 44 85 41 321 41 56
55 G1 2 51 R902602030 26 43 62 42 81 41 324 38 58
80 G1 1/4 2 51 R909831598 35 43 63 43 80 50 346 33 66
107 365 29 70

Dimensions
 in mm RE 92270/06.2012, Bosch Rexroth AG
20 A18VO Series 11 | Coupling flange

Notes on suction line Coupling flange

▶▶ Keep as short and straight as possible, without bend
▶▶ Use a supporting ring for plastic hoses There are specially modified coupling flanges in 4-hole and
▶▶ Use two hose clamps to protect the suction hose against 6-hole designs for the cardan-shaft drive.
air suction
▶▶ Note pressure resistance of suction hose compared to 4-hole coupling flange, complete – Ø90
ambient pressure Material number: R902060152

Replacing seals 2.3 6 Socket-head screwDIN

Zylinderschraube DIN912
912
M12 x 35 - 10.9
The O-rings used as seals to prevent air from entering the
suction line are to be replaced after every removal and new
installation in order to guarantee complete sealing.

ø47-0.025
ø90
0
Material number for O-rings:
▶▶ R902083802: O-ring for suction stud G1
▶▶ R902083808: O-ring for suction stud G1 1/4
42.5 ø8.5
48.2 ø74.5

6-hole coupling flange, complete – Ø100

Material number: R902060153

Socket-head screw DIN

Zylinderschraube DIN 912
912
2.3 7
M12 x 35 - 10.9
ø57-0.046
ø99
0

42.5 ø8.5
48.2 ø84

Note
The coupling flange is installed by screwing it onto the
drive shaft with the help of the threaded bore in the end
of the drive shaft.
The coupling flange must be glued onto the splined drive
shaft with Loctite 574 and clamped (= 130 Nm).
Sudden or abrupt forces acting on the drive shaft could
lead to damage to the rotary group and must therefor be
avoided.

Bosch Rexroth AG, RE 92270/06.2012 Dimensions in mm

 Connector for solenoids | A18VO Series 11 21

Connector for solenoids

DEUTSCH DT04-2P-EP04
Molded, 2-pin, without bidirectional suppressor diode
There is the following type of protection with mounted
mating connector:
▶▶ IP67 (DIN/EN 60529) and
▶▶ IP69K (DIN 40050-9)

▼▼ Circuit symbol

Mating connector
DEUTSCH DT06-2S-EP04
Bosch Rexroth Mat. No. R902601804
Consisting of: DT designation
1 housing DT06-2S-EP04
1 wedge W2S
2 sockets 0462-201-16141

The mating connector is not included in the delivery con-

tents. This can be supplied by Bosch Rexroth on request.

36.7

(2)
(1)
36.7

ø37

50
68.5

Changing connector orientation

If necessary, you can change the connector orientation by
turning the solenoid housing.
To do this, proceed as follows:
▶▶ Loosen the mounting nut (1) of the solenoid. To do this,
turn the mounting nut (1) one turn counter-clockwise.
▶▶ Turn the solenoid body (2) to the desired orientation.
▶▶ Retighten the mounting nut. Tightening torque: 5+1 Nm.
(WAF26, 12-sided DIN 3124)
On delivery, the connector orientation may differ from that
shown in the brochure or drawing.

 RE 92270/06.2012, Bosch Rexroth AG

22 A18VO Series 11 | Installation instructions

Installation instructions

General Above-reservoir installation

During commissioning and operation, the axial piston unit Above-reservoir installation means that the axial piston unit
must be filled with hydraulic fluid and air bled. This must is installed above the minimum fluid level of the reservoir.
also be observed following a relatively long standstill as the Observe the maximum permissible suction height
axial piston unit may drain back to the reservoir via the hS max = 800 mm.
hydraulic lines. 3 4
The case drain chamber is internally connected to the
suction chamber. A case drain line from the case to the
T MS
reservoir is not required. However, to ensure thermal stabil- R L
L S
ity, a case drain line from port "T" to the reservoir is gener-
ally required with the DRS controller.
To achieve favorable noise values, decouple all connecting S
hS max hS max
lines using elastic elements and avoid above-reservoir T
installation. ht min ht min
In all operating conditions, the suction and case drain lines hmin
SB amin hmin amin SB
must flow into the reservoir below the minimum fluid level.
The permissible suction height hS results from the overall
loss of pressure; it must not, however, be higher than Installation position Air bleed Filling
hS max = 800 mm. The minimum suction pressure at port S 3 R L
must also not fall below 0.8 bar absolute during operation 4 MS L
and during cold start.

Installation position Key

See the following examples 1 to 4. L Filling / air bleed

Further installation positions are available upon request. R Air bleed port
Recommended installation position: 1 and 2. S Suction port
T Drain port (DRS only)
Below-reservoir installation (standard) SB Baffle (baffle plate)
Below-reservoir installation means that the axial piston unit ht min Minimum required immersion depth (200 mm)
is installed outside of the reservoir below the minimum
hmin Minimum required spacing to reservoir bottom (100 mm)
fluid level.
hS max Maximum permissible suction height (800 mm)
1 2
MS Measuring port suction pressure

SB SB amin When designing the reservoir, ensure adequate space be-

tween the suction line and the case drain line. This pre-
ht min vents the heated, return flow from being drawn directly
amin hmin amin back into the suction line.

T MS
R

S
S
T

Installation position Air bleed Filling

1 R S
2 MS S

Bosch Rexroth AG, RE 92270/06.2012

 Other related documents | A18VO Series 11 23

Other related documents

Other pumps with special characteristics and dimensions

for use in commercial vehicles can be found in the following
data sheets:
▶▶ RE 91510: Fixed pump A17FNO, 250/300 bar
▶▶ RE 91520: Fixed pump A17FO, 300/350 bar
▶▶ RE 91540: 2-circuit fixed pump A18FDO, 350/400 bar
▶▶ RE 92260: Variable pump A17VO, 300/350 bar
▶▶ RE 92280: Variable pump A18VLO, 350/400 bar

 RE 92270/06.2012, Bosch Rexroth AG

24 A18VO Series 11 | General instructions

General instructions

▶▶ The pump A18VO is designed to be used in open cir- ▶▶ Before finalizing your design, request a binding installa-
cuits. tion drawing.
▶▶ The project planning, installation and commissioning of ▶▶ The product is not approved as a component for the
the axial piston unit requires the involvement of quali- safety concept of a general machine according to
fied personnel. ISO 13849.
▶▶ Before using the axial piston unit, please read the corre- ▶▶ Pressure controls are not backups against pressure
sponding instruction manual completely and thoroughly. overload. A pressure-relief valve is to be provided in the
If necessary, these can be requested from Bosch hydraulic system.
Rexroth. ▶▶ The following tightening torques apply:
▶▶ During and shortly after operation, there is a risk of –– Fittings:
burns on the axial piston unit and especially on the Observe the manufacturer's instructions regarding
solenoids. Take appropriate safety measures (e. g. by the tightening torques of the fittings used.
wearing protective clothing). –– Mounting bolts:
▶▶ Depending on the operating conditions of the axial For mounting bolts with metric ISO threads accord-
piston unit (operating pressure, fluid temperature), the ing to DIN 13, we recommend checking the tighten-
characteristic may shift. ing torque in individual cases in accordance with
▶▶ Service line ports: VDI 2230.
–– The ports and fastening threads are designed for the –– Female threads in the axial piston unit:
specified maximum pressure. The machine or system The maximum permissible tightening torques MG max
manufacturer must ensure that the connecting ele- are maximum values of the female threads and must
ments and lines correspond to the specified applica- not be exceeded. For values, see the following table.
tion conditions (pressure, flow, hydraulic fluid, tem- –– Threaded plugs:
perature) with the necessary safety factors. For the metallic threaded plugs supplied with the
–– The service line ports and function ports can only be axial piston unit, the required tightening torques of
used to accommodate hydraulic lines. threaded plugs MV apply. For values, see the follow-
▶▶ The data and notes contained herein must be ing table.
adhered to.

Ports Maximum permissible Required tightening WAF

tightening torque of the torque of the Hexagon socket of the
Standard Size of thread female threads M G max threaded plugs MV threaded plugs
DIN 3852 1)
M10 x 1 30 Nm 15 Nm2) 5 mm
M12 x 1.5 50 Nm 25 Nm2) 6 mm
M18 x 1.5 66 Nm 60 Nm 8 mm
ISO 11926 7/16-20UNF-2B 40 Nm 15 Nm 3/16 in
DIN ISO 228 G3/4 330 Nm − −
G1 480 Nm − −
G1 1/4 720 Nm − −

1) The tightening torques are valid for the delivery condition "dry" and
for the installation-related, "lightly oiled" condition of the screw.
2) In the "lightly oiled" condition, the MV is reduced to 10 Nm for
M10 x 1 and to 17 Nm for M12 x 1.5.

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