Spradow Test Points, Test Hoses, and Accessories
Pressure is a key diagnostic tool in any hydraulic system. Spradow test points make it fast and easy to take clean, safe pressure readings, even while equipment is running. Quick, reliable access for better maintenance and troubleshooting with no tools required.
M16x2 threads with a maximum working pressure of 9,135 psi (629 bar)
Digital pressure gauge with a pressure range of 0 to 14,500psi (1,000 bar)
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What Makes Us Different?
Large Assortment of Models in Stock
A large stock of various sizes and configurations allows us to offer same day or next business day shipping, or 4-6 weeks for non-stocked items.
Interchangeable with Leading Brands
Spradow Test Points are interchangeable with various leading brands such as Parker, MCS, Stauff, Hydrotechnik Minimess, Tompkins, and more.
Hoses Cut to Size in Our Ohio Warehouse
All of our test point and hose assemblies are cut to order and put together in our Ohio warehouse, meaning any length of hose is possible.
Common Applications
Hydraulic test points play a crucial role in keeping systems running smoothly. They are a convenient, fast, and reliable way to track different metrics in a hydraulic system. However, despite the name, testing is not their only function. Below are the four most common ways that test points are used in hydraulic systems for proper maintenance and diagnostics.
Measuring Pressure
Quickly take readings under pressure of up to 630 bar (9,130 psi), depending on the coupling.
Bleeding Air
Remove trapped air and unwanted contaminants to reduce wear and tear and maintain smooth hydraulic operation.
Sample Fluids
Detect early signs of wear, contamination, or filtration issues to prevent system failures
Pre-Charge Accumulators
Safely charge and ventilate accumulators using test points to help store energy and maintain pressure
In the field, the real advantage of hydraulic test points is the visibility they provide into a working system. By giving technicians safe access to pressure and fluid conditions while the circuit is operating, they make it possible to see what is happening inside the system in real time.
This monitoring enables prompt pressure readings and fluid sampling, helping reveal abnormal pressures caused by restrictions or component wear, as well as fluid problems such as contamination or overheating. Used this way, test points support better diagnostics, more informed maintenance decisions, and ultimately more reliable hydraulic performance.