<p>The invention relates to a decompression valve for oil-cooled step switches and transformers. The inventive decompression valve comprises a valve lid which is actuated by springs and closes the non-operating valve, said spring s being arranged between said valve lid and a spring lid. Said decompression valve is entirely placed in a body (18) which is embodied in the form of a p ot and fixed directly to a flange (1) and provided with an output opening (26) in the pot-shaped lateral area.</p>
