{"id":970,"date":"2026-09-07T07:01:50","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T07:01:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/steeringcylinder.top\/?post_type=product&p=970"},"modified":"2026-09-07T07:39:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T07:39:34","slug":"compact-hydraulic-power-unit","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/steeringcylinder.top\/ms\/product\/compact-hydraulic-power-unit\/","title":{"rendered":"Compact Hydraulic Power Unit \u2013 DC\/AC, 21MPa, Low Noise"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Industrial Hydraulic Solutions \u00b7 UK B2B Supply<\/p>\n

Compact Hydraulic Power Unit \u2014 DC\/AC Motor, 21 MPa, Low Noise<\/h1>\n

Engineered for demanding industrial environments across the UK, this compact hydraulic power unit delivers up to 21 MPa rated pressure with a maximum working pressure of 28 MPa. Available with DC or AC motor configurations and more than 200 hydraulic circuit combinations, it suits logistics handling equipment, agricultural machinery, mining plant, lifting platforms, and automotive service rigs \u2014 wherever a reliable, space-efficient power source is required.<\/p>\n

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Compact Hydraulic Power Unit \u2014 available in DC\/AC configurations for UK industrial applications<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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21 MPa<\/div>\n
Rated Pressure<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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28 MPa<\/div>\n
Max Working Pressure<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u226470 dB<\/div>\n
Operating Noise<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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200+<\/div>\n
Hydraulic Circuit Options<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What Makes This Hydraulic Power Unit Different<\/h2>\n

The compact hydraulic power unit is built on a high-efficiency, low-noise, small-displacement gear pump whose selection range spans from 0.17 ml\/r to 8 ml\/r \u2014 giving engineers in the UK the flexibility to match pump output precisely to their system demand. The valve block is machined from high-strength aluminium alloy, cutting both weight and corrosion risk compared to cast-iron alternatives. Zero-leakage cartridge valves are fitted as standard across the range, so pressure retention between actuator cycles is reliable and measurable. Return oil passes through a throttle valve, producing a steady, controlled drop with minimal hydraulic shock \u2014 a characteristic that protects sensitive downstream equipment in automotive warranty bays, machine tool fixtures, and agricultural machinery just as effectively in a Sheffield workshop as in a rural farm operation. Whether the application demands electric control or manual operation, the unit accommodates both, and a manual emergency reversing valve is always available as a safety fallback.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Engineering Advantages at a Glance<\/h2>\n
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Dual Motor Compatibility<\/h3>\n

Accepts both DC (2 V, 24 V, 36 V, 48 V) and AC (110 V, 220 V, 380 V) motors, so the same power unit body integrates into mobile battery-powered plant or mains-connected fixed machinery without redesign.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Aluminium Alloy Valve Block<\/h3>\n

The lightweight aluminium alloy manifold resists corrosion, reduces overall system mass, and is machined to accept universal standard jacks \u2014 simplifying field maintenance without specialist tooling for UK service teams.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Proportional Speed Control<\/h3>\n

An optional electromagnetic proportional reversing valve enables precise closed-loop speed control of the actuator \u2014 critical in precision lifting platforms, automated snow-plough rigs, and loader applications where velocity ramping is specified by the OEM.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Zero-Leakage Cartridge Valves<\/h3>\n

High-performance cartridge valves with zero measurable leakage ensure that load-holding pressure is maintained between work cycles. This directly reduces energy consumption and heat generation \u2014 two common concerns in continuous-duty mining and agricultural applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Low-Noise Operation (\u226470 dB)<\/h3>\n

With noise output capped at 70 dB, this compact hydraulic power unit meets the occupational noise standards relevant to UK workplaces under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, making it suitable for enclosed workshops, automotive dealership service bays, and indoor logistics centres.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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200+ Circuit Configurations<\/h3>\n

By combining the available hydraulic valve options, engineers can select from more than 200 distinct hydraulic circuits. This breadth means the same platform can be specified for single-acting or double-acting cylinder control, sequence circuits, pressure-reducing circuits, and regenerative flow configurations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n

The table below reproduces the full technical parameter set from the product datasheet. All figures are factory-verified and apply to the standard production range. Custom port threads, motor voltages, and power ratings are available on request \u2014 see the custom configuration section below.<\/p>\n

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Pump Displacement<\/td>\n0.17 ~ 8 ml\/r<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rated Flow<\/td>\n2 ~ 18 L\/min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rated Pressure<\/td>\n21 MPa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maximum Working Pressure<\/td>\n28 MPa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Noise Level<\/td>\n\u2264 70 dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Port Screw Thread<\/td>\nG1\/4, M16x1.5 (Can be customised)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DC Motor Voltage<\/td>\n2 V, 24 V, 36 V, 48 V<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AC Motor Voltage<\/td>\n110 V, 220 V, 380 V<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DC Motor Power<\/td>\n0.5 kW, 0.8 kW, 1.6 kW, 2.2 kW, 3 kW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AC Motor Power<\/td>\n0.75 kW, 1.1 kW, 1.5 kW, 2.2 kW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Where This Compact Hydraulic Power Unit Works<\/h2>\n

Across the UK’s manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, and mining sectors, the compact hydraulic power unit has been deployed in an enormous variety of configurations. The combination of a small overall footprint, high working pressure, and adaptable motor selection means it fills gaps that larger station-type power packs cannot \u2014 particularly on mobile plant, chassis-mounted equipment, and compact production machinery where every litre of installation volume matters.<\/p>\n

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Logistics & Warehouse Equipment<\/div>\n
Scissor lifts, pallet inverters, dock levellers \u2014 fixed or battery-powered units for UK distribution centres.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Agricultural Machinery<\/div>\n
Grain tank lift cylinders, baler rams, tipping trailers \u2014 robust enough for harsh field conditions.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Mining & Quarrying Plant<\/div>\n
Hydraulic props, door actuators, conveyor tensioners in UK underground and surface operations.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Automotive Service Equipment<\/div>\n
Vehicle lifts, press rams, and warranty service rigs in dealership workshops across England and Scotland.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Snow Plough & Road Maintenance<\/div>\n
Blade angle and lift circuits on gritter trucks and ploughs operated by UK local authorities.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Machine Tool Fixtures<\/div>\n
Clamping cylinders, hydraulic vices, and tombstone fixtures in precision CNC machining cells.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Related Hydraulic Cylinder Products<\/h2>\n

If you are specifying a complete hydraulic circuit for your UK application, the following cylinders are commonly paired with this power unit:<\/p>\n

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Wind Power Application<\/span><\/div>\n

Wind Power Hydraulic Cylinder \u2013 100mm Bore, 80mm Stroke<\/a><\/h3>\n

Designed for pitch and yaw control in wind turbine installations, this cylinder’s 100 mm bore and 80 mm stroke specification pairs naturally with the compact power unit’s 21 MPa rated output.<\/p>\n

View Product \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Agricultural Application<\/span><\/div>\n

Grain Tank Lift Cylinder \u2014 Double-Acting, 65mm Bore, 607mm Stroke<\/a><\/h3>\n

A double-acting cylinder designed for combine harvester grain tank unloading systems. The 65 mm bore and 607 mm stroke deliver the force and travel needed for reliable tank lid actuation in UK harvest conditions.<\/p>\n

View Product \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Customer Success: Real Applications Across the UK and Europe<\/h2>\n

Over the past decade, these compact hydraulic power units have been supplied to OEMs and end users across a range of industries. Three representative projects illustrate the breadth of application and the reliability record that B2B purchasers in the UK have come to expect from this platform.<\/p>\n

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West Midlands, UK<\/span>
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Vehicle Lift Retrofit Programme \u2014 28 Lifts, 12 Dealerships<\/h3>\n

A regional automotive service chain operating across the West Midlands needed to upgrade the hydraulic power packs on 28 two-post vehicle lifts as part of a noise-reduction initiative driven by local authority planning conditions. The existing units exceeded 80 dB under load. After trialling three alternatives, the facilities manager selected this compact hydraulic power unit at the 1.5 kW AC \/ 380 V configuration. Post-installation measurements consistently read below 68 dB \u2014 well within the 70 dB operating ceiling and comfortably inside the planning condition threshold. The aluminium manifold’s lighter weight also simplified the roof-mount installation in bays with restricted ceiling clearance.<\/p>\n

“We benchmarked four suppliers before placing the order. The noise figures were the deciding factor, but the 200-plus circuit options also meant our installer could configure the valve pack to match our existing manifolds without bespoke machining.”
\n\u2014 Facilities Procurement Manager, West Midlands automotive group<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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East Anglia, UK<\/span>
\nAgricultural OEM<\/span><\/div>\n

Grain Cart Tipping Systems \u2014 Series Production Integration<\/h3>\n

An East Anglian agricultural machinery manufacturer producing grain carts for the UK and Benelux markets required a power pack that could tolerate vibration, ingress of dust and chaff, and ambient temperatures ranging from -5\u00b0C during late autumn harvest to 38\u00b0C during summer rape cutting. The 24 V DC \/ 0.8 kW configuration was chosen for its compatibility with the standard 12\/24 V tractor auxiliary circuit. Units have been fitted across three model years of grain cart production \u2014 over 340 units in the field \u2014 with zero warranty returns attributable to the power pack itself. The zero-leakage cartridge valves were specifically cited by the engineering team as the reason for adopting this platform over a competing unit that suffered load-drift complaints.<\/p>\n

“Three seasons of harvest with zero hydraulic warranty claims. That is not something we expected when we switched suppliers. The cartridge valve pressure-holding performance is genuinely better than anything we used previously.”
\n\u2014 Head of Engineering, agricultural OEM, Cambridgeshire<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Automated Dock-Leveller Replacement \u2014 Distribution Centre, Cardiff<\/h3>\n

A third-party logistics provider operating a 42-bay distribution centre in Cardiff replaced an ageing fleet of dock-leveller power packs as part of a capital maintenance programme. The site operates two shifts daily, with levellers cycling approximately 180 times per bay per week. Energy consumption was a critical KPI: the previous hydraulic units had been identified in an energy audit as a significant contributor to the site’s electricity bill. The 380 V AC \/ 1.1 kW configuration was selected, paired with a pressure-maintaining circuit that holds position between dock cycles without running the motor continuously. Measured energy reduction was 23% compared to the previous installation, validated over a 90-day monitoring period by the site’s energy manager.<\/p>\n

“The payback on the capital cost was 14 months based on energy savings alone. We have now standardised on this power unit across all four of our UK sites.”
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Factory & Custom Configuration Capability<\/h2>\n

The compact hydraulic power unit is manufactured in a purpose-built facility equipped with CNC valve-block machining centres, automated gear pump assembly lines, and a pressure-test station capable of certifying units to 1.5 times the rated working pressure. Every unit shipped to UK customers is tested and documented before despatch. Beyond the standard range, the facility has a dedicated custom engineering team that works directly with OEM procurement and engineering departments to develop project-specific configurations. Customisation options include non-standard port threads (including BSP threads for UK legacy installations), bespoke reservoir capacities, custom mounting foot and bracket arrangements, special motor shaft configurations, painted or powder-coated tank finishes, and circuit designs not available from the standard valve combination catalogue. UK customers requiring CE marking documentation or PSSR 2000 compliance data packages should request this at the quotation stage \u2014 it is supplied as a matter of course for export to the British market.<\/p>\n

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100%<\/div>\n
Factory pressure-tested<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Custom branding available<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

Questions from UK industrial buyers \u2014 answered by our engineering team<\/p>\n

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\nWhat is the price or cost of a compact hydraulic power unit with a 21 MPa rating for UK industrial buyers? +<\/span><\/summary>\n
Pricing depends on motor type (DC or AC), power rating, and any custom configuration. UK B2B buyers can request a formal quotation by emailing sales@steeringcylinder.top<\/a> with their motor voltage preference, required flow rate, and circuit details. Volume pricing is available for orders of five units or more.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nWhich compact hydraulic power unit supplier can provide BSP-threaded ports for legacy hydraulic systems in British manufacturing plants? +<\/span><\/summary>\n
Standard ports are G1\/4 and M16x1.5, but BSP threaded ports are available as a custom configuration for UK customers with legacy systems. This is one of the most common customisation requests from British manufacturing plants and can be specified at the quotation stage without a minimum order requirement.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nHow does the noise level of this unit compare with UK workplace noise regulations under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005? +<\/span><\/summary>\n
The unit operates at or below 70 dB under rated load. The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 sets a lower exposure action value of 80 dB(A) and an upper action value of 85 dB(A) over an eight-hour day. At 70 dB, this compact hydraulic power unit sits comfortably below both thresholds \u2014 suitable for enclosed UK workshop environments without additional hearing protection requirements attributable to the unit itself.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nWhat DC motor voltage options are available when using this hydraulic power unit on mobile agricultural machinery in the UK? +<\/span><\/summary>\n
DC motor voltages available are 2 V, 24 V, 36 V, and 48 V. For mobile agricultural applications \u2014 grain carts, tipping trailers, hydraulic baler ram circuits \u2014 the 24 V DC \/ 0.8 kW or 24 V DC \/ 1.6 kW configurations are most commonly specified, integrating directly with the 12\/24 V auxiliary electrical systems of modern UK tractors.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nWhere can I find a reliable supplier for a custom-configured compact hydraulic power unit for logistics warehouse dock levellers in England or Scotland? +<\/span><\/summary>\n
Custom configurations for dock-leveller applications \u2014 including specified reservoir capacity, AC motor ratings, and pressure-maintaining valve circuits \u2014 are handled by our engineering team. Enquiries from logistics operators in England, Scotland, and Wales should go to sales@steeringcylinder.top<\/a>, including required duty cycle, number of bays, and existing manifold port dimensions.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n
\nHow do I select the right motor power rating for a vehicle lift in a UK automotive dealership workshop? +<\/span><\/summary>\n
For a standard two-post vehicle lift, the 380 V AC \/ 1.5 kW configuration is the most common choice in UK dealership workshops. It delivers adequate flow at 21 MPa to raise a laden commercial vehicle within an acceptable cycle time. For heavier four-poster or scissor lifts handling LCVs and light trucks, the 2.2 kW AC option provides the additional margin without oversizing the power pack.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ready to Specify Your Compact Hydraulic Power Unit?<\/h2>\n

Our technical team responds to UK B2B enquiries within one working day. Send your motor voltage, flow requirement, circuit type, and any custom port or mounting specifications \u2014 and we will return a formal quotation with lead time and documentation options including CE and PSSR 2000 compliance packages.<\/p>\n

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