On a valve plate, where are the suction and discharge valves located?

The correct positioning of the suction and discharge valves on a valve plate is fundamental to the proper operation of a hydraulic system. The arrangement typically has the suction valve positioned at the bottom and the discharge valve at the top. This setup allows for effective fluid management, as the fluid is drawn from the lower section of the system, where it is typically cooler and less pressurized, before being pushed upwards to the discharge point under higher pressure. By having the suction at the bottom and discharge at the top, this design minimizes the risk of cavitation and ensures that the system can efficiently utilize gravitational forces and pressure dynamics to optimize the flow of fluid through the system.