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BDASS Full-Hydraulic Steering Unit

Proportional power steering with no mechanical shaft between wheel and axle — the complete steer module for wheel loaders, forklifts, and motor graders operating in confined, heavy-duty environments.

THOTH / ZiHYD · Since 1971  ·  ← Selection guides using BDASS

BDASS

THOTH full-hydraulic steering units convert steering wheel input into metered hydraulic flow to the steering cylinder. A rotary valve directs oil in proportion to the angular rotation of the wheel — power-assisted, proportional steering without any mechanical linkage.

The BDASS configuration serves as a complete drive-and-steer module in industrial and construction vehicles, providing instant, smooth response to operator input and stable flow supply even under high-load operation.

Active OEM supply references include tractors, wheel loaders, forklifts, and wheeled excavators. Direct-fit replacement for Eaton Char-Lynn, Danfoss OSPB/OSPC/OSPF, and White series in many applications — contact THOTH for cross-reference data.

Specifications · BDASS

TypeFull-hydraulic steering unit (rotary valve + rotary meter)
ConfigurationsOpen-center (OSPC type) / Closed-center load-sensing (OSPF type)
Valve optionsShock and check valves for high-inertia applications
IntegrationPriority valve integrated options available
Cross-referenceEaton Char-Lynn · Danfoss OSPB/OSPC/OSPF · White series
Typical vehiclesWheel loaders · Forklifts · Motor graders · Tractors · Wheeled excavators

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