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OSPU hydraulic steering units

Danfoss has designed the OSPU as an alternative to dual-displacement steering units. With up to four-to-one flow amplification, it delivers best-in-class manual steering over a wide application range, providing displacements of 120 cm3 to 500 cm3 [7.32 in3 to 30.51 in3] with normal pump supply. A progressive-displacement option secures smooth performance in both slow and fast steering modes.

Features and benefits 

  • Displacement independent of steering speed 
  • Amplification factors: 1:2, 1:2.5, 1:3, or 1:4 linear and 1:2 progressive 
  • Steady increase in progressive flow at higher steering speeds 
  • Increases productivity and driver comfort 
  • Small installation dimensions  

Applications 

  • Tractors 
  • Backhoe loaders 
  • Combines   
  • Telescopic handlers 
  • Wheel loaders 

Specifications  

Ambient temperature-30°C to 60°C [-22°F to 140°F]
Permissible surface temperature (non-activated unit)120°C [248°F] for 20 minutes
Permissible oil temperature-30°C to 100°C [-22°F to 212°F]
Recommended oil temperature30°C to 60°C [86°F to 140°F]
Oil viscosity10 mm2/s to 1000 mm2/s [59 SUS to 4,629 SUS]
Recommended oil viscosity12 mm2/s to 80 mm2/s [66 SUS to 370 SUS]
Maximum contamination (ISO 4406)ON/OR 22/20/17

LS/CN/PB 21/19/16

Maximum temperature difference from other hydraulicsΔ10°C [Δ18°F]
Normal steering torque0.8 Nm to 3.0 Nm [7.08 lb-in to 26.55 lb-in]
Maximum manual steering torque120 Nm [1,062 lb-in]
Maximum momentary load steering torque240 Nm [2,124 lb-in]

For more information, see Steering Technical Information.