Can the Four-Way Diverter Block, Black Galvanized Steel support a pressure gauge while maintaining safe operation at up to 3000 bar?

Yes — the Four-Way Diverter Block, Black Galvanized Steel can support a pressure gauge while maintaining safe operation up to 3000 bar, with conditions. Key points: - The block is explicitly designed to allow attachment of a pressure gauge for precise monitoring. - It is manufactured from durable black zinc-coated steel and rated to withstand working pressures up to 3000 bar. - Four 1/4" BSP connections with a 120° internal cone sealing system ensure secure, leak-free performance at high pressure. - Note the reduced limit of 1000 bar when a metal‑rubber seal is used; ensure the correct sealing configuration and gauge fittings for full 3000 bar operation. - Always use a pressure gauge and fittings rated for the intended maximum pressure, install per manufacturer torque and sealing instructions, and follow safety and inspection protocols (pressure testing, proper mounting, and protective shielding) to maintain safe operation.

Can the Four-Way Diverter Block, Black Galvanized Steel be used with hoses of different diameters without compromising its 5 mm flow rating and 3000 bar working pressure?

Yes — the Four-Way Diverter Block, Black Galvanized Steel is designed to maintain its specified 5 mm flow diameter and rated working pressure when used with hoses of different diameters, provided the following conditions are met: - The hose fittings/adapters used match the block’s four 1/4" BSP connections and provide a proper 120° internal cone seal. Mismatched connectors or poor sealing adapters can create leaks or pressure losses. - The internal flow path is 5 mm (3/16"); using larger-diameter hoses will not increase that internal restriction, and using smaller hoses may create additional upstream/back-pressure. Ensure hose diameters and lengths are compatible with system flow requirements to avoid pressure spike or flow reduction. - Working pressure limits must be observed: the block is rated to 3000 bar (or 1000 bar if a metal–rubber seal is used). All attached hoses and fittings must be rated at least to those pressures and installed per manufacturer recommendations. - Proper assembly, correct sealing (120° cone), and use of compatible high-pressure fittings are essential to preserve leak-free performance and safety. In short: yes, you can use hoses of different diameters without compromising the block’s 5 mm flow diameter or pressure rating, as long as fittings seal correctly and all components are rated and installed for the same high-pressure specifications.

Four-Way Diverter Block, Black Galvanized Steel

All products, UHP adapters and accessories/

Additional information

Material	CS – steel (cast iron)

The four-way distribution block is a robust and versatile solution designed for demanding high-pressure applications, enabling the connection of multiple high-pressure hoses to a single pump while also providing an option to attach a pressure gauge for precise monitoring. Manufactured from durable black zinc-coated steel, it ensures long-lasting resistance to wear and corrosion even in intensive operating conditions. With a flow diameter of 5 mm (3/16″) and four 1/4″ BSP connections featuring a 120° internal cone sealing system, it guarantees secure and leak-free performance. Engineered to withstand working pressures up to 3000 bar, or 1000 bar when combined with a metal-rubber seal, this block delivers reliability and safety in critical environments. Supplied with one CJ-HP-199501600 plug, it offers flexibility, efficiency, and confidence for professionals who require maximum performance from their hydraulic systems.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	Nominal inner diameter	Working pressure [bar]	Enquiry	Catalogue
CJ-HP-199501680	Connection block 4x1/4" BSP, 3000 bar	-	3000

The four-way distribution block is a robust and versatile solution designed for demanding high-pressure applications, enabling the connection of multiple high-pressure hoses to a single pump while also providing an option to attach a pressure gauge for precise monitoring. Manufactured from durable black zinc-coated steel, it ensures long-lasting resistance to wear and corrosion even in intensive operating conditions. With a flow diameter of 5 mm (3/16″) and four 1/4″ BSP connections featuring a 120° internal cone sealing system, it guarantees secure and leak-free performance. Engineered to withstand working pressures up to 3000 bar, or 1000 bar when combined with a metal-rubber seal, this block delivers reliability and safety in critical environments. Supplied with one CJ-HP-199501600 plug, it offers flexibility, efficiency, and confidence for professionals who require maximum performance from their hydraulic systems.