Rotating Attachments
Provide controlled oil in both directions for hydraulic rotation functions.
Excavator Auxiliary Hydraulics
Rotate and Tilt Hydraulic Kits
Add precise two-way hydraulic control for rotating and tilting attachments with an HKX circuit planned around the excavator, available oil source, control preference, and installation route.
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Rotate / Tilt
A dedicated circuit for controlled rotation and tilt functions.
HKX Rotate / Tilt kits provide the components, instructions, and technical support required to add a dedicated auxiliary function to an excavator. The circuit can operate as a stand-alone system or as a secondary circuit mounted over an existing auxiliary kit.
The published HKX configuration uses double-acting hydraulics and dedicated low-flow plumbing for attachments such as rotating couplers and tilting buckets. Final configuration depends on the machine, attachment, available oil source, and control strategy.
Published HKX Specifications
Understand the standard configuration before final selection.
These legacy HKX values describe the standard kit basis. Final component selection and machine settings require application confirmation.
- Double Acting
- Hydraulic system: two-way oil
- 20 GPM or Less
- Dedicated low-flow line sizing
- 5,000 PSI
- Published hose pressure rating
- Not Upgradeable
- Designed as a focused secondary function
Attachment Applications
Control the secondary functions that position the attachment.
Rotate / Tilt circuits are intended for lower-flow, double-acting functions that need deliberate bidirectional control.
Tilting Buckets
Add a dedicated circuit for positioning a hydraulic tilting bucket.
Second Circuits
Mount the low-flow system over an existing auxiliary circuit when the application requires another function.
Custom Functions
Support other compatible low-flow, two-way attachment functions after application review.
System Features & Options
See how the Rotate / Tilt system comes together.
The published HKX configuration combines machine-specific routing with prepared controls, fittings, valves, clamps, electrical components, and installation guidance.
Configuration details
Controls
Joystick, OEM joystick, proportional joystick, or foot pedal.
Recommended Options
Proportional joystick, secondary oil source when installed over an existing auxiliary circuit, and case drain.
Routing & Connections
Plumbing routes to the end of the arm and terminates with low-flow disconnects.
Application & Installation Planning
Match the system to the excavator and attachment.
Accurate machine and attachment details help HKX identify the appropriate circuit, components, controls, routing, and installation support.
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Identify the excavator
Provide the manufacturer, model, serial number, current hydraulic equipment, and any relevant machine options.
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Define the attachment
Confirm the attachment make and model, required functions, flow, pressure, case drain, and connection requirements.
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Select controls and routing
Review operator controls, oil sources, component placement, boom and arm routing, and service-access needs.
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Prepare and support the installation
Use the packaged components and instructions, with HKX technical assistance available for installation and future parts identification.
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