Driving Precision in Hydraulic Testing
Technology for Specialist Engineering
MCT is a specialist engineering company that develops advanced servo-hydraulic and electromechanical systems for automotive, defence, aerospace and heavy industry applications. As Domin Distribution Partners, MCT has integrated Domin’s direct drive servo valves into two advanced hydraulic test systems, resulting in enhanced responsiveness, tighter control tolerances and improved reliability of test data.
These projects demonstrate how Domin Valves are enabling innovation in hydraulic test system design, helping engineers move beyond the constraints of conventional hydraulic control.
High-Frequency Test Rig
In one application, MCT developed a bespoke hydraulic test platform built around Domin S4 Pro servo valves. Designed for high-frequency actuation, the system tested hydrostatic bearing performance with exceptionally high accuracy. Each actuator incorporated Domin Valves that deliver flow rates between 0.5 l/min and 4 l/min, with a force output ranging from 6 kN to 50 kN. This allowed MCT to support a wide variety of test scenarios without compromising on control.
Key Performance Figures
Operating Frequency: Up to 200 Hz
Force Accuracy: ±10 N
Position Accuracy: ±1 μm
Stroke: 50 mm
Domin’s S4 Pro, the smallest direct drive servo valve in the world, ensured exceptional dynamic response and ultra-precise force control in compact, tightly integrated installations.
Counterforce Actuator Test Bench
MCT also deployed Domin’s S6 Pro servo valves in a counterforce actuator test bench designed for large-force, long-stroke testing environments where precision is paramount.
The system was engineered to meet high-force demands without compromising on positional accuracy or response time, which are critical requirements for evaluating mechanical component performance under real-world conditions.
With Domin’s S6 Pro valves at its core, the bench achieved stable, reliable control throughout its operating envelope, with repeatable force and position control over extended stroke lengths. This unlocked dynamic repeatability and superior accuracy across every cycle enabling MCT to confidently build these test systems with reliability.
System Configuration
Force Capacity: 50 kN
Rated Flow: 6 L/min
Stroke Length: 250 mm
Force Accuracy: ±100 N
Position Accuracy: ±10 μm
Doing More With Less
Domin Valves allowed MCT to increase the performance and accuracy of their hydraulic test systems without adding system complexity. The valves’ compact form and direct drive architecture enabled streamlined layouts, while their responsive, low-hysteresis control reduced the need for frequent recalibration.
By delivering reliable high-precision control from a smaller, more efficient package, Domin technology helped MCT build test platforms that achieve more with less – less space, less adjustment, and more performance.
Partner with Domin
If you’re seeking hydraulic solutions that offer precision, reliability, and space-saving designs, consider exploring Domin servo valves. Our sales team is available to discuss how these innovative valves can benefit your manufacturing operations.
