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Hydraulic pumps

What is a hydraulic pump?

The principle of a hydraulic pump is quite simple; it is used to convert energy from a power source into hydraulic energy by generating fluid flow. They are used in areas such as aerospace, automotive, marine and manufacturing.The three most common types are Gear Pumps, Vane Pumps and Piston Pumps and would be chosen according to their specific application. In aeroplanes, hydraulic pumps will often be used in landing gear, flaps and brake systems alongside control valves, actuators and reservoirs. A hydraulic pump failure could have catastrophic impact on the aeroplane’s safety and therefore strict testing and inspection routines must be upheld.

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What does a hydraulic tester do?

During manufacture, the component parts of a hydraulic pump such as the housing, gears, pistons, vanes need to be measured to confirm the manufacturing tolerances have been achieved which would include the diameters lengths and concentricity of shafts. Another key parameter during pump inspection is surface finish which is especially critical on meshing parts such as gears and vanes and on sealing faces. Hydraulic pump inspection is the key to longevity of the product.

Optimax supplies a range of solutions for this application including shaft measurement, dimensional measurement, surface finish and gear measurement.

Alicona InfiniteFocus G6

We recommend the InfiniteFocus G6 system fitted with an advanced 3D rotation device.By using IF-AdvancedReal3DRotationUnit, it is possible to measure components around 360° in high resolution, providing an areal analysis of the different required dimensions. This guarantees robust and repeatable quality control in addition to an optimization of manufacturing processes. The Bruker Alicona measurement system also allows for measuring profile and area-based roughness conforming to ISO 4287, 4288, and ISO 25178. User-friendly handling and easy automation using the measurement Inspect measurement module.

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Alicona InfiniteFocus G6

The Optimax team with their extensive knowledge and expertise, have proven themselves to be the ideal partner for independent, candid advice. They are a company we can trust to support our metrology and visual inspection needs whether we are purchasing equipment or developing specific metrology instruments for our applications. Their experience and methodical attention to detail mean the outcomes we achieve support our testing requirements.

Dr Andrew Johnson, Assistant Director, RandA

Optimax are a trusted partner! We have been working in partnership with Optimax for several years, to supply us with inspection solutions, service, and onsite calibration to UKAS standards. Their knowledge and expertise is exceptional, they provide honest, independent advice. Optimax are quick to provide options and solutions for our inspection requirements. They work hard to deliver a solution that 100% fits the application rather than just supplying a product. Optimax work with us to ensure we achieve our inspection objectives – they are one of the first companies I turn to.

Bruce Daggett, Senior Aerospace Weston, Inspection Team Leader

For over 14 years Optimax has been providing us with inspection equipment, service and most importantly expertise. We need suppliers that can go the extra mile in looking specifically at our application and then providing a suitable and sometimes bespoke solution, and this is where Optimax have really made a difference

John Harris, Director, Nevo Developments

Optimax have an extensive product range that was very attractive to us. They took the time to understand my requirements and align a solution that fitted into my manufacturing processes. They were very knowledgeable and friendly, I found the virtual demonstration extremely helpful. The outcome of the project has been very successful and performs above expectations. I would definitely recommend Optimax.

Adam Kowalcyck, Quality Engineer, Federal Mogul Coventry

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