{"product_id":"x-block-hydraulic-adapter","title":"X-Block Hydraulic Adapter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pm-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch1\u003eX-Block Hydraulic Adapter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eConvert a Single-Acting Power Unit into a Dual-Acting Hydraulic System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Mover X-Block Hydraulic Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, patent-pending hydraulic valve designed to allow a\n    \u003cstrong\u003esingle-acting hydraulic power unit\u003c\/strong\u003e to operate a \u003cstrong\u003edouble-acting hydraulic cylinder or jack\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Originally designed for dump trailers and hydraulic jack systems, the X-Block creates a simple and cost-effective way\n    to add dual-direction hydraulic control without replacing your existing power unit.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The X-Block features a 4-port design labeled:\n    \u003cstrong\u003eP, T, A, and B\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    By changing the handle position, hydraulic flow direction is reversed, allowing the cylinder to extend or retract\n    using the same single-acting power source.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    When the handle is turned one direction:\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eP → A\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eB → T\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    When the handle is turned the opposite direction:\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eP → B\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA → T\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This flow-switching design is what gives the X-Block its name and allows a single-acting hydraulic pump to control\n    both extension and retraction of a double-acting cylinder.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eImportant Installation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      If you are using this with a dump bed and hydraulic jacks on the same power unit,\n      you will need a \u003cstrong\u003emanual selector ball valve\u003c\/strong\u003e to switch between hydraulic functions.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      If you are using the X-Block only for hydraulic jacks or another dedicated hydraulic function,\n      a selector valve may not be required.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      Your hydraulic system must allow for a proper return path to tank.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatent-Pending X-Block Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverts Single-Acting Systems to Dual-Acting Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact 4-Port Hydraulic Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated for Hydraulic Systems up to 3200 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Dump Trailers, Truck Beds, and Hydraulic Jacks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Mechanical Operation with No Electronics Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work with my single-acting hydraulic power unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Yes. The X-Block was specifically designed to allow a\n      \u003cstrong\u003esingle-acting hydraulic power unit\u003c\/strong\u003e to operate a\n      \u003cstrong\u003edouble-acting hydraulic cylinder or jack\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a selector valve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      If you are running both your dump bed and hydraulic jacks from the same power unit,\n      then yes — you will need a manual selector valve to switch between circuits.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      If your power unit is dedicated only to the jack circuit, the X-Block can often be used without a selector valve.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the P, T, A, and B ports mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      P = Pressure\u003cbr\u003e\n      T = Tank \/ Return\u003cbr\u003e\n      A \u0026amp; B = Work ports to the hydraulic cylinder\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The handle changes flow direction internally so the cylinder can extend and retract using the same hydraulic source.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need counterbalance or holding valves on my jack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      It is strongly recommended.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      While some customers have used the X-Block without holding valves,\n      doing so requires a strong understanding of hydraulics and system control.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      For safer and more controlled operation, we recommend using hydraulic jacks equipped with counterbalance or load-holding valves.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eBenefits of Choosing Primary Mover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned around real dump trailer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilt for high-pressure hydraulic systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSimple, reliable mechanical operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompact design for easy installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExpert hydraulic support from the Primary Mover team\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primary Mover","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45110797140150,"sku":"PF-XBlock","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1169\/7506\/files\/1_a5659597-d4f9-488f-bebb-40dbde4783bd.jpg?v=1747344752","url":"https:\/\/www.primarymover.com\/products\/x-block-hydraulic-adapter","provider":"Primary Mover","version":"1.0","type":"link"}