Vickers Style Hydraulic Vane Pumps: Types, Applications, Industries and Machinery

Vickers style hydraulic vane pumps are used in many industrial hydraulic systems where hydraulic flow is needed to drive cylinders, motors and other system components. Vane pumps come in different configurations, displacements and sizes to fit the needs of different equipment and applications.

At Technical Union (TU) we offer Vickers style hydraulic vane pump options, including different series and configurations such as VHO, VQ, V10, V20, V200, VTM42 and 50V.

If you need to replace an existing hydraulic pump, you can send us the pump part number, the nameplate information or the technical data you have so we can review a possible replacement option.

What is a hydraulic vane pump?

A vane pump uses a rotor and vanes that slide inside a ring or pumping element to generate the flow of hydraulic oil. As the rotor turns, the vanes form chambers of variable volume that carry the fluid from the pump inlet to the outlet.

Hydraulic vane pumps are used in systems that need a continuous supply of hydraulic oil to control different components of a machine.

Pump selection depends on factors such as:

• Pump displacement
• Required flow
• Operating pressure
• Rotation speed
• Mounting type
• Shaft configuration
• Hydraulic connections
• Direction of rotation
• Fluid used
• Specific machine requirements

For this reason, the model number or part number of the existing pump can be very important when looking for a replacement.

Vickers style vane pumps

The term Vickers is widely used to identify certain designs and configurations of hydraulic components. In the replacement market it is also common to find searches such as Vickers pump, Vickers hydraulic pump, Vickers vane pump and Vickers vane pump replacement.

TU options are aimed at applications that need a hydraulic vane pump compatible with the requirements of the system.

The series you can ask about include:

VHO and VQ

The VHO and VQ series are part of the vane pump families found in industrial hydraulic applications.

These pumps can be used in hydraulic systems that need a flow source to feed actuators and other hydraulic components.

When replacing a VHO or VQ pump, it is important to check the complete configuration and not only the series name.

V10 and V20

V10 and V20 vane pumps can be found in different hydraulic systems and machinery configurations.

When looking for a Vickers V10 pump or Vickers V20 pump, check the part number and the characteristics of the original pump to determine the right configuration.

V200

The V200 series is another hydraulic vane pump configuration that can be used in industrial systems.

To select a replacement V200 pump, review the characteristics of the existing pump and the requirements of the hydraulic system.

VTM42 and 50V

The VTM42 and 50V configurations can also be used as a reference when looking for certain hydraulic vane pumps.

When the equipment uses a pump identified by one of these numbers, the complete model number and the mounting configuration can help determine the right option.

Applications of hydraulic vane pumps

Hydraulic vane pumps can be used in a wide variety of hydraulic systems.

Applications include:

• Industrial hydraulic systems
• Hydraulic power units
• Hydraulic presses
• Machine tools
• Manufacturing equipment
• Industrial automation systems
• Material handling equipment
• Lifting systems
• Processing equipment
• Production machinery
• Hydraulic systems for manufacturing lines
• Industrial equipment with hydraulic cylinders
• Industrial equipment with hydraulic motors

The specific application determines the characteristics the pump must have.

Industries that use hydraulic systems

Hydraulic systems are used in practically every sector where power has to be transmitted through hydraulic pressure and flow.

Hydraulic vane pumps can be found in equipment used in industries such as:

Industrial manufacturing

Production and manufacturing machines can use hydraulic systems to drive cylinders, clamping mechanisms, presses and other actuators.

Metalworking

Equipment used to work, form or process metals can include hydraulic systems to generate high forces and control movements.

Plastics

Machines used to process and manufacture plastic products can include hydraulic components for different machine functions.

Automotive

Production lines and certain equipment used in vehicle manufacturing and processing can use hydraulic systems for movement, clamping and automation.

Material handling

Industrial equipment that lifts, moves, positions or clamps materials can use hydraulic pumps to feed cylinders and motors.

Construction

Certain construction equipment uses hydraulic systems to control cylinders, motors and other mechanisms. The specific pump must be selected according to the requirements of the equipment.

Agriculture

Some agricultural machines and equipment include hydraulic systems for lifting, positioning and drive functions.

Mining and materials processing

Equipment used for extraction, processing and handling of materials can use hydraulic systems to provide force and controlled movement.

Machines that can use hydraulic vane pumps

Depending on the design of the hydraulic system, vane pumps can be found in different types of machinery.

Some examples include:

• Hydraulic presses
• Machine tools
• Manufacturing machines
• Automation equipment
• Processing machines
• Material handling equipment
• Lifting systems
• Hydraulic power units
• Industrial production equipment
• Agricultural machinery
• Construction equipment
• Metal processing equipment
• Machinery for manufacturing plastic products
• Equipment used on production lines

A vane pump on a machine does not mean that any pump of the same series can be installed directly. The replacement must be checked against the characteristics of the pump and of the system.

Replacing a Vickers hydraulic pump

When a hydraulic pump has to be replaced, users often have an installed pump but do not know all of its specifications.

In these cases, the part number can be the best starting point.

To request a replacement review, you can provide:

• Part number
• Brand or identification of the pump
• Pump model
• Photos of the nameplate
• Displacement, if available
• Operating pressure
• Required flow
• RPM
• Mounting type
• Shaft type
• Inlet and outlet connections
• Direction of rotation

With this information it is possible to review the characteristics needed to find a pump that matches the application.

Looking for a replacement Vickers vane pump?

If you are looking for a Vickers hydraulic vane pump, a VHO, VQ, V10, V20, V200, VTM42 or 50V pump, send us the part number of the pump you currently use.

You can also provide photos, nameplate information or the specifications you have.

Technical Union (TU) can review your information and help you identify a hydraulic pump option for your application.

Request a quote by sending the pump model or part number, the application and, when possible, the pressure, flow and speed requirements.

Hydraulic vane pumps for industrial applications

Vickers style vane pumps can be used in a wide variety of hydraulic systems. The right selection depends on the characteristics of the machine and the requirements of the hydraulic circuit.

To get information about a specific pump, ask about the series, model or part number you need.