24V Hydraulic Power Unit for Snow Plows | Hidroman
24V Hydraulic Power Unit for Snow Plows | Hidroman
Hydraulic Mini Power Unit for Snow Plows
Snow plows require a reliable hydraulic control system to raise, lower, and angle the blade. Selecting the right hydraulic power unit and valve configuration is essential for controlled blade movement, surface tracking, and protection of the hydraulic system when the blade encounters obstacles.
The Hidroman Hydraulic Mini Power Unit for Snow Plows is a compact hydraulic power solution designed to operate snow plow blade functions. It combines an electric motor, hydraulic pump, oil reservoir, and solenoid-operated control valves to provide the hydraulic power needed for blade positioning.
The standard configuration features a 3 kW, 24V electric motor, a pump delivering 7.3 L/min at 3,500 rpm, and an 8-liter horizontal cylindrical reservoir. With a maximum operating pressure of 205 bar, the unit supports solenoid-controlled blade lifting, lowering, and left-right angling. A 2/2 BLPV block also provides a float-mode option, while a dual load-holding valve supports load control and system protection.
Technical Specifications
Specification | Standard configuration |
|---|---|
Electric motor | 3 kW – 24V |
Pump displacement | 2.1 cc/rev |
Flow rate | 7.3 L/min at 3,500 rpm |
Reservoir | 8-liter cylindrical tank |
Mounting orientation | Horizontal |
Maximum operating pressure | 205 bar |
Blade raising and lowering | Solenoid valve controlled |
Left-right blade angling | Solenoid valve controlled |
Float function | 2/2 BLPV block |
System protection | Dual load-holding valve |
Specifications apply to the standard configuration. Final requirements may vary according to the vehicle, blade dimensions, cylinder specifications, and hydraulic circuit design.
How Does a Snow Plow Hydraulic Power Unit Work?
The 24V electric motor drives the hydraulic pump. The pump draws oil from the reservoir and supplies pressurized fluid to the control valves. The solenoid valves direct oil to the relevant cylinders, enabling the required blade movements.
Depending on the hydraulic circuit and cylinder arrangement, the system can control:
Raising the blade
Lowering the blade
Angling the blade to the left
Angling the blade to the right
The valve configuration determines how these functions operate and how the hydraulic flow is directed.
Float Mode for Snow Plow Blades
During snow removal, the blade may need to follow changes in the road surface. Float mode allows the blade mechanism to respond to surface contours under the intended hydraulic and mechanical operating conditions.
The standard Hidroman configuration uses a 2/2 BLPV block to provide the option of placing the mechanism in float mode when required. Actual blade movement depends on the hydraulic circuit, valve arrangement, and mechanical design.
Hydraulic Protection When the Blade Encounters Obstacles
A snow plow blade may encounter curbs, uneven surfaces, or other obstacles during operation. These impacts can create sudden loads in the blade mechanism and hydraulic circuit.
The integrated dual load-holding valve supports load control and helps protect the system when configured correctly for the application. Valve selection, pressure settings, cylinder characteristics, and the maximum rated pressure of each component must be considered as part of the complete system design.
Key Features and Benefits
24V electric operation: For vehicles equipped with a compatible 24V electrical system.
3 kW motor: Supplies power for the snow plow's hydraulic functions.
205 bar maximum pressure: Standard unit maximum pressure rating.
Solenoid valve control: Supports blade lifting, lowering, and left-right angling.
Float-mode option: Provided through a 2/2 BLPV block.
Dual load-holding valve: Supports load control and hydraulic protection when correctly configured.
Compact design: Helps integrate the power unit into the available vehicle installation space.
Applications
Depending on the hydraulic and mechanical design, this type of power unit may be considered for:
Vehicle-mounted snow plows
Snow plow blade lifting mechanisms
Left-right angling snow plow attachments
Municipal road maintenance vehicles
Winter maintenance and snow removal equipment
Custom mobile hydraulic applications
How to Select the Right Snow Plow Hydraulic Power Unit
When specifying a hydraulic power unit for a snow plow, evaluate the following factors:
Blade dimensions and weight: Determine the mechanical load the hydraulic system must move.
Cylinder specifications: Confirm bore, stroke, mounting arrangement, and required force.
Pressure and flow requirements: Establish the values needed for the desired blade speed and force.
Electrical supply: Verify that the vehicle's 24V system can support the motor's power and current requirements.
Required movements: Define lifting, lowering, and left-right angling functions.
Float-mode requirements: Determine whether the blade must follow the road surface.
System protection: Specify suitable load-holding valves and pressure settings.
Installation space: Check reservoir position, hydraulic connections, and service access.
Reviewing these factors together helps ensure that the hydraulic power unit is matched to the vehicle and snow plow attachment.
Hidroman Snow Plow Hydraulic Power Unit Solutions
Hidroman provides compact hydraulic power unit solutions for snow plows and other mobile hydraulic applications. If the standard configuration does not meet your project requirements, motor power, pump flow, reservoir capacity, and valve arrangement can be evaluated according to the application.
For a technical assessment, share the snow plow blade dimensions, cylinder specifications, vehicle electrical supply, and required movement functions with Hidroman.
Contact Hidroman to discuss a hydraulic power unit and control configuration for your snow plow application.