The root cause of abnormal noise and vibration in hydraulic motor operation

1. Excessive wear of components:

Excessive wear of internal components of hydraulic motors such as bearings and plungers can lead to increased vibration and noise. This wear may be caused by long-term use, poor lubrication or material fatigue.

figure 1:Excessive wear of components

2. Air enters the system:

When there is air in the hydraulic system, it will cause cavitation of the pump, generate noise and vibration. In particular, if the suction line is poorly sealed, it is easy to inhale air, causing system instability.

figure 2:Pump cavitation

3. Coupling installation problem:

If the coupling on the output shaft of the hydraulic motor is installed out of center or loose, it will cause vibration and noise. Correct installation and calibration can ensure stable operation of the motor.

figure 3:Coupling on the output shaft of the hydraulic motor

4. Oil problem:

Insufficient oil in the oil tank or high oil viscosity may cause cavitation and generate system noise. In addition, oil contamination or low-quality oil will also increase friction and wear, thereby generating noise.

figure 4:Oil contamination increases friction and wear.

5. Pipeline problems:

The installation and layout of hydraulic pipelines have a significant impact on the noise and vibration of the system. Too long pipelines, inappropriate support seats, too many dead bends in the pipeline, or loose clips may cause vibration and noise.

figure 5:Installation and layout of hydraulic lines

6. Overflow valve and solenoid problems:

Damage to the overflow valve, excessive clearance between the valve core and the valve hole or stuck problems, and stuck solenoid valve core or intermittent electrical signals may all lead to vibration and noise.

7. Resonance problem:

When the natural frequency of the hydraulic system is close to the frequency of the external vibration source, resonance may occur, resulting in increased system vibration and noise.

figure 6:External vibration sources

8. Temperature issues:

System overheating will increase noise and vibration. Therefore, monitoring system temperature and ensuring the normal operation of the cooling system are important measures to reduce noise and vibration.

9. External vibration sources:

External vibration sources such as machine vibration, ground vibration, etc. may be transmitted to the hydraulic motor, causing resonance and noise.

figure 7:Resonance problem

In summary, there are many reasons for the noise and vibration of hydraulic motors, including component wear, air inlet into the system, installation problems, oil problems, pipeline problems, overflow valve and solenoid problems, resonance, and external vibration sources. In practical applications, it is necessary to investigate and solve them according to the specific situation.

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