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What does a directional control valve do?

Routes fluid to the desired actuator.

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  1. Measures battery voltage
  2. Routes fluid to the desired actuator ✔
  3. Filters the engine oil

Why: Directional control valves send hydraulic fluid to the actuator you want to move.

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Answer: Routes fluid to the desired actuator. Directional control valves send hydraulic fluid to the actuator you want to move.

  1. Hydraulic machinery en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydraulic_machinery
    Directional control valves route the fluid to the desired actuator.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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