What’s the Difference Between Poppet and Piston Spool Valves? (.PDF Download)

Feb. 23, 2017

Deciding which valve to use for a hydraulic or pneumatic system depends on a couple of design factors: the internal design of your circuit and the overall function of your valves. The two major valves used most commonly...

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