Tandem vs Open Center for a Grapple

   / Tandem vs Open Center for a Grapple #1  

irsmun

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East TX
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2024 Mahindra 5145 4WD
It has been about 12 years since I first installed my 3rd function. I have a new tractor so I have to do it again. There is something I cannot remember about the valve. I have an open system. For a grapple, do I need a tandem center valve or open center. If my memory serves me, and it usually doesn't, a tandem center will allow the work ports to stay shut thus keeping the grappled closed with tension. With an open center valve, pressure will release when I go to neutral (not push the button)? Am I correct?
 
   / Tandem vs Open Center for a Grapple #2  
Yes, you need a tandem center valve if it is a D03 or D05 subplate mounted valve.
 
   / Tandem vs Open Center for a Grapple #3  
Yes, a tandem center valve has the work ports blocked in neutral, a true open center valve has them open to the tank-good for running motors.

But, many sources will use the term open center in place of tandem center.
 

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