EL2000 Longwall Shearer

Specifications

Typical Machine Length

45.1ft

Installed Power

2548HP

Haulage System

AC

Applicable Minimum Pan Width

40.6in

Cutting Power

2 × 500 kW (2 × 671 hp) @ 50 Hz; 2 × 600 kW (2 × 805 hp) @ 60 Hz

Available Haulage Motors

2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)

Body Height

20.5in

Cutting Drum Diameter

1.40-2.30 m (55-91 in)

Haulage Pull

Up to 920 kN/206,824 lbf (Up to 91 tonnes/100 tons)

Haulage Speed

Up to 32 m/min (Up to 105 ft/min)

Height Range

1.80-4.50 m (71-177 in)

Machine Weight - Approximate

77ton (US)

Operating Voltage

2300V, 3300V, 4160V

Pump Motor

67HP

Coal Sizer

134HP

Seam Range

1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)

Haulage Power

2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp) @ 50 Hz; 2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp) @ 60 Hz

Electrical Control Box - ECB2

Type (1)

This flameproof module contains most of the shearer electrical control and power distribution components.

Type (2)

High current carrying capacity of 400 amps; accommodation of trailing cables up to 120 mm² (4/0 AWG)

Type (3)

Internal chassis can be ‘bench built,’ tested and stored

Type (4)

LV circuit breakers resettable through FLP cover (reduced downtime) Powerful PMC Evo-S control system with state-of-the-art Ethernet communication

Type (5)

Containing cutter motor contactors, circuit breakers, control transformer, current monitoring, HV fuses, earth leakage and visible disconnect

Type (6)

This unit contains cutter motor contactors, circuit breakers, control transformer and current monitoring.

Type (7)

Box contains various low voltage (LV) circuit breakers which can be reset through the flame proof (FLP) cover, reducing downtime

Health Monitoring

Type (1)

This system monitors oil levels and temperatures, flows, pressures and vibration.

Type (2)

A comprehensive health monitoring system is available.

Type

A comprehensive health monitoring system is available, including oil levels and temperatures, flows, pressures and vibration analysis.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-Low

AFC Pan Width - Maximum

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

163in

Cutting Height - Minimum

75in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

75in

Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal

554in

Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points

332in

Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers

236in

Height - Top of Machine Main Body

60in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

60in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

75in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

20in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

26in

Machine @ 50 Hz

Available Cutting Power

2 × 500 kW (2 × 671 hp); 2 × 620 kW (2 × 831 hp); 2 × 750 kW (2 × 1,006 hp)

Body Height

23.6in

Cutting Drum Diameter

1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)

Cutting Drum Speed

32.8, 37.4 and 45.2 rpm

Haulage Motor

2 x 125 kW (2 x 168 hp)

Haulage Pull

Up to 945 kN (96 tons)

Haulage Speed

Up to 30.1 m/min (98.8 ft/min)

Haulage System

AC inverter drive

Installed Power

Up to 1780 kW (Up to 2,387 hp)

Machine Weight - Approximate

77ton (US)

Minimum Pan Width

40.6in

Operating Voltage

3300V

Pump Motor

40HP

Seam Range

1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)

Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers

46.15ft

Haulage Power

2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)

Haulage Speed (maximum) - High Downdrives

98.8ft/min

Body Thickness

24in

Haulage Pull (maximum) - Low Downdrives

86.4ton (US)

Cutting Drum Speed - RA560

33.5, 38.8 and 43.8 rpm

Cutting Drum Speed - RA750

32.8, 37.4 and 45.2 rpm

Haulage Pull (maximum) - High Downdrives

90ton (US)

Haulage Speed (maximum) - Low Downdrives

102.9ft/min

Water Material

Type (1)

All Cat hose assemblies are designed according to ISO 6805 and proof tested according to EN ISO 1402.

Type (2)

The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN 20066.

Type (3)

Hose selection and routing per industry standard best practices (including MDG41, ISO TS 17165N2 and SAE J1273).

Type (4)

Cat hoses are aligned with the standards of MSHA, DGMS and MA. MDG 41 compliant hoses are available for Australia.

Type (6)

Onboard water filtration (optional)

Type (5)

Stainless steel fittings (optional)

Haulage Unit - HU125

Maximum Machine Speed

93.66ft/min

Pull at Maximum Speed

472.75 kN/106,278 lbf (48.40 tonnes/53.35 tons)

Speed at Maximum Pull

46.83ft/min

Total Machine Pull

945.51 kN/212,559 lbf (96.80 tonnes/106.70 tons)

Type (1)

Quillshaft transmission protection

Type (2)

Integral water cooling @ 9 L/min (2 gal/min)

Type (3)

Integral monitoring transducers

Type (4)

Maximum oil capacity of 25 L (7 gal)

Type (5)

Transmission reduction of 137:1

Type (6)

Maximum power rating 125 kW (168 hp)

Type (7)

This unit has a haulage motor rating of 125 kW (168 hp)

Ranging Arms - RA750

Type (1)

Reconfigurable gear cassettes for adaptation of drum speeds

Type (2)

Integral monitoring transducers

Type (3)

Quillshaft transmission protection

Type (4)

Transmission rating of 750 kW at 50 Hz (1,207 hp at 60 Hz)

Type (5)

Separate oil compartments for high speed and planetary section (optimal cooling and lubrication)

Type (6)

Maximum drum diameter of 2500 mm (98 in)

Type (7)

Available cutter motors – 620 kW and 750 kW at 50 Hz (998 hp and 1,207 hp at 60 Hz)

Type (8)

Robust cowl drive mechanism (optional)

Type (9)

Vibration monitoring (optional)

Type (10)

Quillshaft transmission protection

Type (11)

Maximum oil capacity of 28 L (7 gal) in high speed compartment and 30 L (8 gal) in the epicyclic

Machine Automation and Communication

Level of Automation (1)

State-based shearer automation “Navigator 2”

Level of Automation (2)

Zone-based automation “Navigator 1”

Level of Automation (3)

“Longwall Navigator” for improved face alignment and horizon control

Level of Automation (4)

Integrated longwall automation with “Navigator 2 + 3”

Type (1)

Distributed, high-performance PMC-S control system for machine control, health monitoring, system protection and predictive maintenance

Type (2)

Modular design allows individual configuration (from basic monitoring and protection to advanced automation) to meet customer requirements

Type (3)

Fast Ethernet Broadband communication allows enhanced diagnostics and analysis

Type (4)

Control system architecture with backup functionality

Type (5)

Widespread use of intrinsically safe components for improved serviceability and maintenance

Type (6)

Machine performance algorithm “advanced motor and speed control” for increased machine uptime, coal production and longer service life

Type (7)

Shearer automation levels available:
– Standard Machine Control
– Basic Automation
– Advanced Automation (including face alignment horizon control)

Type (8)

Pan Angle Measurement System (PAMS) enabling fully automated gate end cutting sequences without machine operator interactions (optional)

Type (9)

Horizon Control from PMC-R Controls to allow corrections to Floor and Roof drum cutting heights (optional)

Type (10)

Shearer Remote Operation to allow machine control from a safe remote location outside the face (optional)

Downdrive - DD125

Type (1)

Suitable for all current rack type systems

Type (2)

Transmission rating of 125 kW (168 hp)

Type (3)

Maximum haulage pull 945 kN (107 tons)

Type (4)

Innovative and unique downdrive design

Type (5)

Removable modular top drive wheel assembly (cartridge)

Type (6)

Downdrive ratio 17T—23T—10T (two wheel configuration)

Type (7)

Trapping shoe with replaceable wear inserts, safe and easy to replace (unique to Caterpillar)

Type (8)

Fully removable, rehandable, modular gearbox

Haulage Transformer Box - HTB2

Type (1)

Module contains drive system circuit breaker and one 250 kW, 600V AC inverter drive, with regenerative braking module.

Type (2)

This flameproof module contains the main 253 kVA haulage transformer, power supplies and auxiliary transformer.

Type

Flameproof module containing the main 253 kVA haulage transformer, power supplies, auxiliary transformer, drive system circuit breaker, hydraulic pump motor, and a 250 kW (335 hp) 600V AC inverter drive with integrated regenerative breaking.

Electrical Material

Type (1)

This model of shearer is available with headlights, cameras, methane monitoring, end displays and audible alarms.

Type (2)

All electrical material is designed and certified to IEC standards and also complies with other regional and national standards, such as MSHA, GOST, MA, ATEX and DGMS, as well as Australia’s New South Wales and Queensland regulations.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Low

AFC Pan Width - Maximum

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

155in

Cutting Height - Minimum

71in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

63in

Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal

554in

Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points

332in

Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers

252in

Height - Top of Machine Main Body

58in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

58in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

63in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

16in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

24in

Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-High

AFC Pan Width - Maximum

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

170in

Cutting Height - Minimum

87in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

87in

Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal

554in

Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points

332in

Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers

258in

Height - Top of Machine Main Body

62in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

62in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

87in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

24in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

28in

Powerpack - PP2

Type (1)

Single powerpack with less parts to fail and less tasks for quick and easy maintenance

Type (2)

Fixed displacement pump (Standard) – Capacity at 50 Hz: 49 L/min (10.8 gal/min); Capacity at 60 Hz: 59 L/min (13 gal/min); Operating Pressure: 280 bar (4,060 psi). Fixed displacement pump (Option) – Capacity at 50 Hz: 62 L/min (13.6 gal/min); Capacity at

Type (3)

Robust hydraulic reservoir of 140 L (37 gal) capacity

Type (4)

Integral monitoring transducers (oil level and temperature)

Type (5)

For use with ISO 68 hydraulic oils

Type (6)

Available with 6 section valve bank

Type (7)

Reliable low-voltage pump motor rating of 30 kW @ 50 Hz (48 hp @ 60 Hz)

Type (8)

Optional boost valve for accelerated gate end operations (recommended for cowls)

Hydraulic Material

Type (1)

All hose assemblies are to ISO 6805 and proof tested according to EN ISO 1402.

Type (2)

The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN 20066.

Type (3)

Hose selection and routing per industry standard best practices (including MDG41, ISO TS 17165N2 and SAE J1273)

Type (4)

Cat® hoses are aligned with the standards of MSHA, DGMS and MA

Options

Type (1)

Available with Machine Parking Brake

Type (2)

Available with Machine Position Encoder

Mainframe - MF2

Type (1)

High structural integrity and absorption of all cutting and haulage forces, providing maximum protection for all major units

Type (2)

Maximum protection of electrical boxes, providing the highest level of flameproof integrity, protects gearboxes against torsion

Type (3)

Split mainframe is available in case of transportation limitations

Type (4)

Modular design enabling for selective overhauls

Type (5)

Spray boom retrofittable

Type (6)

Mainframe add additional weight to cope with the most challenging cutting conditions

Dimensions (Approximate) - High

AFC Pan Width - Maximum

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

180in

Cutting Height - Minimum

98in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

98in

Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal

554in

Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points

332in

Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers

236in

Height - Top of Machine Main Body

65in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

65in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

98in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

26in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

31in

Machine @ 60 Hz

Available Cutting Power

2 × 600 kW (2 × 805 hp); 2 × 740 kW (2 × 998 hp); 2 × 900 kW (2 × 1,207 hp)

Body Height

23.6in

Cutting Drum Diameter

1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)

Cutting Drum Speed

39.4, 44.9 and 54.3 rpm

Haulage Motor

2 x 125 kW (2 x 168 hp)

Haulage Pull

Up to 1049 kN (107 tons)

Haulage Speed

Up to 30 m/min (98.5 ft/min)

Haulage System

AC inverter drive

Installed Power

Up to 2086 kW (Up to 2,797 hp)

Machine Weight - Approximate

77ton (US)

Minimum Pan Width

40.6in

Operating Voltage

4160V

Pump Motor

48HP

Seam Range

1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)

Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers

46.15ft

Haulage Power

2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)

Body Thickness

24in

Haulage Pull (maximum) - Low Downdrives

96.8ton (US)

Haulage Pull (maximum) - High Downdrives

100.8ton (US)

Cutting Drum Speed - RA750

39.4, 44.9 and 54.2 rpm

Haulage Speed (maximum) - Low Downdrives

102.9ft/min

Cutting Drum Speed - RA560

40.2, 46.6 and 52.6 rpm

Haulage Speed (maximum) - High Downdrives

98.8ft/min

Ranging Arm

RA560 (9)

Vibration monitoring (optional)

RA560 (6)

Maximum drum diameter of 2000 mm (79 in)

RA560 (3)

Quillshaft transmission protection

RA560 (4)

High-speed gears and idlers rated for 560 kW at 50 Hz (900 hp at 60 Hz), hub rated for 750 kW at 50 Hz (1,200 hp at 60 Hz).

RA560 (8)

Robust cowl drive mechanism (optional)

RA560 (7)

Available cutter motor – 500 kW at 50 Hz (805 hp at 60 Hz)

RA560 (5)

Separate oil compartments for high speed and planetary section (optimal cooling and lubrication)

RA560 (2)

Integral monitoring transducers

RA560 (1)

Reconfigurable gear cassettes for adaptation of drum speeds

Haulage Unit - HU150

Type (8)

Quillshaft transmission protection

Type (9)

Machine parking brake (optional)

Type (2)

Transmission rating of 150 kW (200 hp) providing designed redundancy

Type (6)

Haulage unit accepts hydraulic motor for installation and face recovery

Type (1)

Haulage motor limited to 125 kW (168 hp)

Type (4)

Absolute encoder for accurate machine position detection (no reset devices at gate ends needed)

Type (3)

Transmission reduction of 137:1

Type (5)

Closed loop control for accurate load-sharing and increased service life of rackbar and sprocket

Type (7)

Oil temperature monitoring

Type (10)

Vibration monitoring (optional)

Dust Suppression

Available Solutions

Wide range of dust suppression solutions available:
– Body sprays
– Spray booms
– Sloughing plate sprays
– Spray rings (in place of cowls)
– Shearer clearers

Remote Control

Type (2)

Color graphic display

Type (3)

Tilt, drop and impact detection

Type (1)

Lightweight handheld device

Downdrive

Type (4)

Transmission rating of 125 kW (168 hp) for low downdrives/150 kW (200 hp) for high downdrives

Type (1)

Configurable for direct and indirect drives

Type (5)

Trapping shoe with replaceable wear inserts (for indirect drives), safe and easy to replace

Type (7)

Reconfigurable downdrive and shoe posts for different pan widths and seam heights

Type (3)

Designed for superior serviceability with quick and easy access for maintenance (Higher variants use cartridge design for top drive wheel assembly/lower versions provide access via top cover)

Type (6)

Suitable for all rack type systems

Type (2)

Fully removable, modular gearbox