Counterbalance Valve 48647GT / 48647 (3500 PSI) – Optimized Product Page Content

🔹 Product Overview
The Counterbalance Valve with Genie part numbers 48647GT and 48647 is a high-pressure, safety-critical hydraulic component used on major lift and extension cylinders of various high-capacity Genie Boom Lifts. This valve is indispensable for safe operation, providing two core functions: 1) it acts as a load-holding valve to hydraulically lock the cylinder in place, preventing boom drift, creep, or collapse; and 2) it smoothly controls the speed of any lowering or retracting load driven by gravity, which prevents uncontrolled, dangerous “runaway” movement. This specific valve is calibrated to a high nominal pressure setting of $3500 \text{ PSI}$ (Pounds per Square Inch).
This component is essential for the safe and predictable operation of the machine’s primary movements. The part number 48647GT is the necessary replacement for addressing dangerous issues such as uncontrolled boom descent or retraction, cylinder drift, or jerky, unstable lowering movements, especially when operating under heavy load at height.
🔹 Key Features & Benefits
✅ High-Pressure Rating: Calibrated to a nominal cracking pressure of $3500 \text{ PSI}$ for high-capacity circuits.
✅ Load Holding Safety: Locks the hydraulic cylinder in position, eliminating drift and unintended movement.
✅ Smooth Motion Control: Controls the speed of overhauling loads, ensuring precise feathering and safe descent.
✅ Direct OEM Cross-Reference: High-quality aftermarket equivalent for Genie part numbers 48647GT and 48647.
🔹 Technical Details
| Detail |
Specification |
| Part Number |
48647GT (Also known as 48647) |
| Condition |
100% new aftermarket replacement |
| Type |
Hydraulic Counterbalance Valve (Pilot-Operated Cartridge Style) |
| Critical Specification |
$3500 \text{ PSI}$ Nominal Cracking Pressure |
| 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 48647GT is a critical safety component compatible with various Genie Boom Lifts, particularly those utilizing high-pressure hydraulic circuits for heavy lifting. Specific model compatibility must be verified using the full machine serial number:
| Genie Equipment Series |
Specific Compatible Models (Examples) |
| High-Capacity Boom Lifts |
Used on larger S-Series and Z-Series boom lifts (e.g., S-60, Z-62/40, S-80, etc., depending on cylinder application). |
| Common Application |
Essential for the controlled and safe lowering/retraction of major boom sections and cylinders operating under high pressure. |
🔹 Why Choose RQ Parts?
Restore High-Pressure Safety: Guarantees the necessary $3500 \text{ PSI}$ load-holding capacity and smooth control are fully restored.
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.