Counterbalance Valve 31082GT / 31082 – Optimized Product Page Content

🔹 Product Overview
The Counterbalance Valve with Genie part numbers 31082GT and 31082 is a safety-critical hydraulic component utilized on the major lift and extension cylinders of various popular Genie Boom Lifts (Z and S Series).1 A counterbalance valve performs two indispensable safety functions: 1) it acts as a load-holding valve to hydraulically lock the cylinder in place, preventing the boom from drifting or collapsing; and 2) it smoothly controls the speed of the lowering or retracting load driven by gravity, preventing uncontrolled, dangerous movement (runaway).
This component is essential for the safe and predictable operation of the machine’s primary movements. The part number 31082GT is the necessary replacement for addressing dangerous issues such as uncontrolled boom descent or retraction (creep), or jerky, unstable lowering movements under load.
🔹 Key Features & Benefits
✅ Load Holding Safety: Locks the hydraulic cylinder in position, eliminating drift and unintended movement.2
✅ Smooth Motion Control: Controls the speed of lowering/retracting loads driven by gravity, ensuring precise feathering.
✅ Broad Boom Fitment: Essential safety component for popular Genie Articulating (Z) and Telescopic (S) boom lifts.
✅ Direct OEM Cross-Reference: High-quality aftermarket equivalent for Genie part numbers 31082GT and 31082.
🔹 Technical Details
| Detail |
Specification |
| Part Number |
31082GT (Also known as 31082) |
| Condition |
100% new aftermarket replacement |
| Type |
Hydraulic Counterbalance Valve (Pilot-Operated Cartridge Style) |
| Function |
Locks fluid flow until piloted open; controls speed of overhauling loads. |
| Intended Use |
Critical load-holding and smooth speed control for lift and boom cylinders. |
| Application Location |
Screws directly into the cylinder port or a dedicated manifold block. |
| Warranty |
12 months against manufacturing defects |
🔹 Compatible Genie Models & Applications
The Counterbalance Valve 31082GT is a critical safety component compatible with the following Genie Boom Lifts.3 Model compatibility should always be verified using the full machine serial number:
| Genie Equipment Series |
Specific Compatible Models (Examples) |
| Articulating Boom Lifts |
Z-45/22 DC, Z-45/22 Bi-Energy, Z-45/25J |
| Telescopic Boom Lifts |
S-40, S-60, S-45, S-65 |
| Common Application |
Essential for the controlled and safe lowering/retraction of major boom sections and cylinders supporting the platform and load. |
🔹 Why Choose RQ Parts?
Restore Safety: Guarantees the necessary load-holding and smooth descent control are fully restored, ensuring operator safety.
Prevent Drift: Eliminates boom cylinder drift and ensures movement only occurs when intentionally piloted.
High Quality: Manufactured to ensure reliable sealing and precise speed modulation under high-load conditions.
Competitive Pricing: Cost-effective solution for replacing complex, safety-critical hydraulic control components.