Overview
The Vickers 590540 CT 06 F 50 is a balanced piston pilot-operated relief valve manufactured by Vickers, now part of Eaton’s power division. This valve is a precision pressure control component designed to prevent over-pressurization in industrial hydraulic systems. As a proven relief valve trusted by equipment manufacturers and system integrators worldwide, the 590540 delivers reliable pressure regulation and system protection in demanding applications.
Key Features
- Pilot-operated balanced piston design for stable pressure control
- 3/4″ NPT threaded inlet and outlet ports for standard hydraulic connections
- Adjustable pressure range: 1500–3000 PSI
- Flow capacity: 60 GPM
- 3-port cavity configuration for flexible system integration
- Proven durability in mobile, industrial, and stationary hydraulic systems
Technical Specifications
- Pressure Range: 1500–3000 PSI
- Maximum Flow: 60 GPM
- Port Type: 3/4″ NPT (F)
- Design Type: Pilot-Operated Balanced Piston Relief
- Port Configuration: 3-port cavity
- Manufacturer: Vickers (Eaton)
- Part Number: 590540
- Model Designation: CT 06 F 50
Typical Applications
This relief valve is commonly deployed in:
- Mobile hydraulic equipment (excavators, loaders, cranes)
- Industrial presses and stamping systems
- Stationary pump-driven hydraulic circuits
- Flow control and pressure limiting applications
- System protection against transient pressure spikes
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard 3/4″ NPT hydraulic manifolds and blocks
- Industrial hydraulic pump circuits rated 1500–3000 PSI
- Eaton/Vickers cavity manifold systems
- Mobile and stationary equipment using pilot-operated relief architecture
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Original Vickers 590540 assemblies
- Eaton equivalent pressure control valves in the CT 06 series
Works With
- Vickers by Danfoss hydraulic control systems
- Standard ISO 4401 cavity configurations
- Pressure transducers and pilot-line instrumentation
- Both NG6 and NG10 manifold architectures (with appropriate cavity block)
