303.06.0006 Compatible ALB Load Sensing Valve

What does an ALB load sensing valve do?

This ALB load sensing valve plays a critical role in the pneumatic braking system by dynamically adjusting brake pressure according to the vehicle load. By sensing the weight through the suspension or axle linkage, the valve ensures that braking force is optimized for both laden and unladen states, preventing wheel lock-up and reducing excessive brake wear. This component works in conjunction with the ABS system to maintain stability during heavy-duty operation.

Vehicle and engine compatibility

This valve is specifically compatible with Ford Trucks models such as the Cargo 2517, Cargo 2520, and Cargo 3227, including those equipped with Ford Dover or Dovertech engines. It is also fitted to other heavy commercial vehicles including Scania, Iveco, DAF, and Mercedes-Benz trucks. The valve features specific porting: Port 1 is M22x1.5, Port 2 is M16x1.5 (x2), and Port 4 is M22x1.5, alongside M12x1.5 and M16x1.50 auxiliary ports.

Installation and maintenance guidance

For professional workshop technicians, maintaining proper port clearance and ensuring correct torque on the M22x1.5 and M16x1.5 connections is essential during installation. The valve operates with precise pressure thresholds, such as the 0.7 BAR empty pressure on ports 41 and 42, to ensure accurate load sensing. Regular inspection of the sensing arm movement is recommended to prevent uneven braking performance.

Operational precision

Consult your authorized distributor for more information.

OE cross-reference

303.06.0006 (ALB Load Sensing Valve) is the equivalent of the Alexander Dennis, DAF, Doll, Faymonville, Feldbinder, Foden Trucks, Ford Trucks, Fruehauf, Goldhofer, Hendrickson, Iveco, Kässbohrer, Kempf, Kögel, Krone, Langendorf, Lecitrailer, Leyland Daf, Liebherr, Mafi, Mercedes-Benz, Neoplan, Nooteboom, Orthaus, Otokar, PACCAR, SAF, Scania, Schmitz Cargobull, Van Hool and WABCO OE numbers. This part directly replaces Alexander Dennis OE numbers 614664, 654731. It also replaces DAF OE numbers 1325325, ACHD514, ACU9430, Doll OE number 8143147, Faymonville OE number 4829, Feldbinder OE number 66012, Foden Trucks OE number 5100655000, Ford Trucks OE number 90DB2K433BA, Fruehauf OE numbers CF351826, F001165, Goldhofer OE number 156864, Hendrickson OE number NB1781, Iveco OE number 3300868, Kässbohrer OE number 8285274000, Kempf OE number 2203004, Kögel OE numbers 351000, 6502186, 76934, Krone OE numbers 5009450130, 945013, 9450130, Langendorf OE number 111723, Lecitrailer OE number 4110161, Leyland Daf OE numbers ACHD514, ACU9340, Liebherr OE number 502923801, Mafi OE number 5661809, Mercedes-Benz OE number 6984313712, Neoplan OE numbers 11017344, 110245700, 7143000, Nooteboom OE numbers 08390C, 308051, Orthaus OE number 49500021000, Otokar OE number AIF0818, PACCAR OE number CV118435, SAF OE number 4425011700, Scania OE number 2090019, Schmitz Cargobull OE numbers 50036, 56835, 730572, Van Hool OE number 637211120 and WABCO OE number 4757145000.