Flow Regulator Valve 34542GT / 34542 (5.0 GPM) – Optimized Product Page Content

🔹 Product Overview
The Flow Regulator Valve with Genie part numbers 34542GT and 34542 is a high-flow, precision pressure-compensated hydraulic component used in the control systems of various Genie Aerial Work Platforms (AWP). This valve is engineered to maintain a constant, pre-set flow rate of $5.0 \text{ GPM}$ (Gallons Per Minute) to a specific circuit. By dynamically compensating for pressure variations, it ensures that the speed of the associated hydraulic function remains stable regardless of changes in load pressure downstream.
This high flow rate makes the valve essential for ensuring smooth, consistent, and safe speed in primary, higher-speed functions like main boom extension/retraction, or slew functions in larger models. The part number 34542GT is the necessary replacement for addressing issues such as erratic or inconsistent speed in a controlled function, or a function moving too slowly or too quickly due to the valve failing to compensate for changing system pressures.
🔹 Key Features & Benefits
✅ High-Flow Pressure Compensation: Maintains a constant flow rate of $5.0 \text{ GPM}$ despite changes in load pressure.
✅ Consistent Speed: Essential for ensuring safe, predictable, and smooth operation of major machine functions.
✅ Fixed Flow Rate: Provides a regulated flow of $5.0 \text{ GPM}$ for circuits requiring tight speed control at higher volumes.
✅ Direct OEM Cross-Reference: High-quality aftermarket equivalent for Genie part numbers 34542GT and 34542.
🔹 Technical Details
| Detail |
Specification |
| Part Number |
34542GT (Also known as 34542) |
| Condition |
100% new aftermarket replacement |
| Type |
Hydraulic Flow Regulator Valve (Pressure-Compensated Cartridge Style) |
| Critical Specification |
$5.0 \text{ GPM}$ Nominal Regulated Flow Rate |
| Function |
Maintains a constant fluid flow rate to an actuator, compensating for varying load pressures to maintain consistent speed. |
| Applicable System |
Main Boom Lift/Telescope, Slew (Rotation), or high-speed Steer Circuits. |
| Application Location |
Screws into a dedicated port on the main hydraulic manifold block. |
| Warranty |
12 months against manufacturing defects |
🔹 Compatible Genie Models & Applications
The Flow Regulator Valve 34542GT is used across various Genie Lifts in circuits requiring precise, pressure-independent speed control at a $5.0 \text{ GPM}$ flow rate. Specific model compatibility must be verified using the full machine serial number:
| Genie Equipment Series |
Specific Compatible Models (Examples) |
| Boom Lifts (S/Z Series) |
Used in circuits to ensure consistent speed during primary boom movements. |
| Common Application |
Crucial for regulating the speed of high-flow hydraulic functions to ensure smooth, safe, and predictable movement, especially under varying loads. |
🔹 Why Choose RQ Parts?
Restore Consistent Control: Guarantees the hydraulic function operates at a stable $5.0 \text{ GPM}$ flow rate, preventing dangerous or jerky movements.
Load Independence: Ensures speed remains constant whether the platform is empty or fully loaded.
High Quality: Manufactured to accurately sense and compensate for pressure fluctuations across its operating range.
Competitive Pricing: Cost-effective solution for replacing specialized hydraulic control components.