What is hydraulic pump water hammer and how to prevent it

Hydraulic shock is a fairly common phenomenon. Let's take a look at what it is and how to prevent it.

Water hammer is damage with fluid leakage, usually caused by a sudden pressure surge inside the pump.

Other common causes include a sudden change in the load on the machine and the pump as a whole, a sudden stop, and changes in the direction of hydraulic fluid flow.

Water hammer of a hydraulic pump is quite dangerous and can lead to serious damage to hydraulic equipment, pump failure, and casing cracks.

To prevent water hammer, regular monitoring of the system pressure and regular maintenance of the hydraulic system and its components are required. Pay attention to the power of the pump, which will help to avoid sudden pressure drops.

If it so happened that you could not avoid water hammer, we advise you to contact Aspect Plus managers for advice on replacing spare parts for your special equipment