Genie 50480GT Counterbalance Valve Assembly

The Genie 50480GT is a direct-acting hydraulic counterbalance valve rated at 3800 PSI (262 bar) maximum operating pressure. It is engineered for installation directly into the jib cylinder port on Genie Z-series articulating boom lifts to prevent uncontrolled cylinder drift and provide metered load lowering. Constructed from hardened steel valve body with corrosion-resistant plating. Internal components include a poppet-style check valve and pilot-operated relief cartridge calibrated for 3800 PSI crack pressure. The valve features SAE straight-thread O-ring ports for leak-free sealing. Designed as a safety-critical component to maintain jib position stability during boom articulation and platform leveling operations. Cross-references Genie OEM part numbers 50480, 50480GN, and 50480GTGN.