The DARDAC4E is a highperformance, handheld hydraulic splitter delivering substantial force in a relatively light package (~2122kg). It excels where controlled splitting with minimal disturbance is required such as stone block extraction or indoor demolition. With a small drill hole (~3538mm) and compatibility with standard hydraulic power packs, its a flexible option for contractors seeking precision and reduced site impact.
Design:The DARDAC4E is a portable hydraulic splitting cylinder engineered for efficient, controlled fracture of rock and concrete by applying force from within the material rather than externally.
- It operates on the proven wedge principle: a hole is drilled into the material; the C4E wedgeset assembly is inserted; then hydraulic pressure pushes the central wedge between two counterwedges, separating the material.
- System pressure up to 50MPa (500bar).
- Built for durability and jobsite toughness: aluminum/steel body, hardmetal (carbide) coating on counterwedges to resist wear and allow repeated use.
- Designed for low disturbance operations: nearsilent, low vibration, minimal dust and flying debris. Allows use in inhabited/indoor or underwater settings.
- Operators can precisely determine splitting direction and course ahead of activation via the controlvalve handle.
Applications:The C4E splitter is especially suited to jobs where controlled demolition, low disturbance and precision are required.
- Block extraction in the natural stone industry (granite, marble) where precise splits are required rather than largescale blasting.
- Splitting of rock or boulders in tunnelling, trenchwork or quarrying where heavy equipment or explosives are not feasible.
- Controlled demolition of concrete: thick slabs, foundation sections, pile heads, or where minimal noise/vibration is critical (e.g., near buildings in use, underground, underwater).
- Constrained or difficultaccess work: interior demolitions, shafts, tunnels, underwater works, or where traditional breakers would cause unacceptable disruption.
Shop the full range of concrete & rock splitters at Crowder Supply and pair it with the matching power packs. The rock splitter buyer’s guide walks through choosing the right one. It ships out of Denver, same day on in-stock orders placed before 4 PM ET.










