CKBB-XCV - Pilot-to-open check valve, T-163A

This valve is a pilot to open check valve. It has a non-sealed pilot, a steel seat, and is nonvented. It allows free flow from the valve (port 2) to the load (port 1) and blocks flow in the opposite direction. Pressure at the pilot (port 3) will open the valve from port 1 to port 2. Pilot pressure needed at port 3 to open the valve is directly proportional to the load pressure at port 1. Pressure at port 2 directly opposes pilot pressure.

Technical Features

• Provides hose break protection, prevents loads from drifting and positively locks pressurized loads.


• Pilot-to-open check cartridges are locking valves, not motion control valves. For motion control applications, use counterbalance valves.


• Standard unsealed pilot allows air trapped in the pilot line to be purged from the circuit.


• For models with manual load release control option, turn load release clockwise to release load.


• Extremely low leakage. The seat and poppet are heat treated for long life. If the load drifts due to the valve, the seat has probably been damaged by contamination and the valve should be replaced.


• Incorporates the Sun floating style construction to minimize the possibility of internal parts binding due to excessive installation torque and/or cavity/cartridge machining variations.


• Note: Available only with 30 psi or 75 psi (2 bar or 5 bar) check valve cracking pressures.